Wildlife Viewing Trips

The adventure of a lifetime, times two — a Kilimanjaro climb and Serengeti safari are both included in this trip. View Slideshow

Activity: Climbing, Safari

New for 2009. Horseback ride on the edge of Africa, hike in the Drakensberg mountains—heart of the Zulu Kingdom—, enjoy superb wildlife viewing near Kruger and swap stories around an African campfire. This is the stuff of dreams!

Activity: Hiking, Wildlife Viewing

Minimum Age: 7

Conjure up in your mind "safari" in the classic sense — vast stretches of savannah, flat-topped acacia trees silhouetted against orange-purple sunsets, hundreds of animals streaming across the horizon. This trip is that image made real. In nine very full days we visit Tanzania's premier wildlife parks! View Slideshow

Activity: Wildlife Safari

New for 2009. Imagine the thrill your family will experience when viewing lions stalking a herd of impala, a cheetah springing into action, or a baby elephant suckling its mother. In nine very full days we explore Tanzania's premier wildlife parks.
Optional: Zanzibar Spice Island Extension.

Activity: Wildlife Viewing

Join us for a unique, close-up view of rainforest flora and fauna on this special wildlife adventure in Ecuador. We make our home at rustic but comfortable lodges nestled in a tropical garden setting of giant trees, brilliant blossoms and billowing ferns — the ideal sanctuary for rare, exotic wildlife and unique species of birds and butterflies. View Slideshow

Activity: Hiking, Wildlife Viewing

The stupendous eco-paradise of the Galapagos Islands offers exotic animal species including giant tortoise, penguin, flamingo and marine iguana, all enjoying full protection on this volcanic island chain off Ecuador's coast. View Slideshow

Activity: Cruising, Walking, Swimming

Explore Ecuador! Kayak in turquoise waters, swim off white sandy beaches with friendly sea lions, horseback ride and hike near active volcanoes, bike through the tortoise highlands and snorkel in a world-class marine reserve.

Activity: Hiking, Kayaking, Biking

Board an expedition river boat and venture far up the Rio Negro, the least-inhabited river in the Amazon Basin. Join naturalist guides for an exploration of pristine rainforest areas rarely visited by outsiders.

Activity: Cruising, Walking, Wildlife Viewing

A variety of ecosystems, from jungle to sea, supports incredible biodiversity that we'll enjoy while hiking and sea kayaking along the Pacific and Carribbean coasts. View Slideshow

Activity: Hiking, Kayaking, Rafting

Peru's Amazon Basin grants the adventurous traveler access to the magnificent lowland rainforests of South America and some of the most exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities on the planet.

Activity: Hiking, Wildlife Viewing

Amazingly diverse, Panama boasts over 1000 bird and animal species found nowhere else on earth. Our hiking and paddling adventure highlights the wildlife-rich region near the Panama Canal, the pristine western highlands (home to Panama's tallest peak, Baru Volcano), and the beautiful Caribbean archipelago of Bocas del Toro.

Activity: Hiking, Rafting, Kayaking, Snorkeling

New for 2009. The Kenai Peninsula is a spectacular slice of Alaska where Mother Nature shows off her stuff: glacier-draped mountain peaks, serpentine rivers, blazing sunsets, big fish jumping and brown bears grazing. Join us for an active exploration that includes the best of this magnificent natural setting.

Activity: Hiking, Sea Kayaking, River Drift-Boat Fishing, Wildlife Viewing

Join us for an exploration of British Columbia's stunning Queen Charlotte Islands. Experienced biologists, educators, and professional crew ensure an informative, safe and ecologically sensitive trip. Yachts have large inflatable boats for shore excursions, and stable sea kayaks for exploring protected bays and along the shore.

Activity: Sea Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing