Watching lemurs dance across your footpath in Madagascar or photographing sea lions as they strike a pose on beaches in the Galápagos are just some of the delights on our wildlife adventures. We’ve handpicked special destinations that explore wild landscapes, African savannas, and cloud forests brimming with wildlife, and we’ll get you up-close to some of the most unique and extraordinary creatures. These journeys make for fantastic family adventures.
Voyage to some of the world’s most spectacular places by small ship cruise!
Africa
Enjoy the best day hikes in Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, Chile's Paine National Park, and Tierra del Fuego at "the ends of the Earth," with accommodations in fine lodges.
Natural history adventures in Tasmania: rainforest and mountain hikes, bushwalks in national parks, exotic wildlife from wallaby to wombat, wild beaches, vineyard visits, and charming accommodations.
Experience amazing snorkeling at Turneffe Island on the Belize Barrier Reef, and hiking and Mayan discoveries at beautiful Chaa Creek Lodge in the verdant Maya Mountains.
Explore Borneo's forest floors and treetop canopies, visit cave passages, look for wildlife by boat on jungled rivers, and visit conservation experts on this expedition.
Our classic "under canvas" Botswana mobile safari with extraordinary wildlife, from the game-rich savannas of Chobe and Moremi to the lagoons of Okavango, and the natural wonder of Victoria Falls.
In June and July, discover the pristine Okavango when the water levels are at their highest, attracting fantastic birdlife, lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, and wild dog. Plus, explore the teeming savannas of Moremi and Chobe.
Timed for April, enjoy ideal game viewing safari in the spectacular Central Kalahari Desert, a World Heritage Site, in elephant-thronged Chobe, and in the lagoons and islands of the Okavango.
Explore Namibia and Botswana on a world-class safari. Stay in exquisite lodges, game view by 4WD vehicle and canoe, and travel in a small group of only six people!
Amazing safari in Botswana’s Chobe District and Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park with epic game viewing and wonderfully atmospheric lodges.
Wildlife viewing by open 4WD vehicle, safaris by riverboat and mokoro (dugout canoe), and exciting game walks, with stays in exclusive safari camps.
Enjoy beautiful safari camps and in the Okavango Delta, witness the majesty of Victoria Falls, and safari among the world-famous elephant herds of Hwange National Park.
Discover South Africa's beautiful Cape Town, Zambia's world-famous Victoria Falls, and safari in Botswana's legendary Chobe National Park, with its massive herds of elephants.
Journey to Pantanal of Brazil, the world’s largest tropical wetland, to witness hundreds of rare and wild birds and animals, including the jaguar, the largest native cat in the New World. Enjoy overnights on a riverboat and cozy forest lodges.
On this Private Journey, explore the fascinating wildlife of Brazil's famed Pantanal from a secluded ecolodge and by riverboat, then delight in the charms of Rio de Janeiro.
We are still finalizing the details of this itinerary. Please let us know you’re interested and we’ll send you the Full Detailed Itinerary as soon as it is available. Contact Us
Head far up north to an enchanting corner of Canada where we’ll hike the Bay of Fundy Trail and see the world’s biggest tides, savoring adventures and New Brunswick's renowned sea-to-table cuisine.
Enjoy the best day hikes in Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, Chile's Paine National Park, and Tierra del Fuego at "the ends of the Earth," with accommodations in fine lodges.
Hike in the stunning Atacama Desert, explore remote Chiloe island, and experience the mountain grandeur of Paine National Park on this exciting adventure in Chile.
Discover Patagonia's epic Aysén region, a vast land of glaciers, fjords, and snow-capped mountains. We'll hike in the new Patagonia Park, created by legendary conservationists Doug and Kris Tompkins, paddle kayaks to the famed Marble Caves of Lago General Carrera, and head out onto the great Ice Field.
This journey brings you from the lively capital city of Bogotá to the cloud forests of Iguaque National Park and the rugged Cañón de Chicamocha.
With an expert naturalist, explore renowned Monteverde Cloud Forest, hike the trails of Arenal Volcano National Park, and discover the Caribbean deltas of lush Tortuguero National Park, home to 13 of Costa Rica’s 16 endangered mammal species.
Arenal Volcano National Park, the Caribbean waterways of Tortuguero National Park, and Manuel Antonio National Park on the sparkling Pacific are all on this private journey in nature-blessed Costa Rica.
Voyage through the western islands of the Galápagos, snorkel with playful sea lions, hike past dancing blue-footed boobies, and experience the wonder of Darwin's islands on this fascinating 8-day cruise.
Cruise the eastern islands of Darwin's famed archipelago, including Genovesa Island, prime nesting site of beautiful red-footed boobies, colorful South Plaza Island, with its hybrid iguanas, and Santa Fé, a great place to snorkel.
Aboard our delightful 16-passenger sailing yacht, set out for a comprehensive 15-day cruise through all the major islands of Darwin's "enchanted" archipelago and enjoy one of the greatest natural history experiences in the world.
Hike in the mystical cloud forests of Mashpi, in the green highland realm of traditional haciendas, and on the slopes of snow-capped Cotopaxi, Ecuador’s “shining peak.”
Aboard the 14-guest Passion with your naturalist guide, set off into Darwin’s world for an active journey full of nature hikes and wildlife wonders, including fantastic snorkeling with playful sea lions.
Experience amazing snorkeling at Turneffe Island on the Belize Barrier Reef, and hiking and Mayan discoveries at beautiful Chaa Creek Lodge in the verdant Maya Mountains.
A cultural and wildlife journey that brings us to tribal villages of northeast India. Includes the colorful Sangai and Hornbill festivals and explorations in Kaziranga National Park, home of the one-horned rhino.
A remarkable journey to Ladakh in search of snow leopards, one of the most elusive creatures on the planet, plus explorations in famed Kanha National Park, the great tiger reserve of India, with naturalist guide extraordinaire Indrajit Latey. A portion of your trip fee supports the Snow Leopard Conservancy India Trust.
Sail throughout Komodo National Park and the Alor Archipelago along the Pacific Ring of Fire. Enjoy world-class snorkeling on this 12-day small ship expedition.
Snorkel with whale sharks and view vibrant fish and coral in the world’s most biodiverse marine environment—the very heart of the “Coral Triangle” in Indonesia.
With our expert Trip Leader, snorkel in one of the most pristine setting on our planet, the Raja Ampat archipelago in the heart of the Coral Triangle.
Enjoy world-class wildlife encounters in two of Kenya's prime game reserves
Explore Madagascar's remote and seldom-visited nature reserves renowned for their endemic biodiversity: Ranomafana and Isalo National Parks, and Andasibe Reserve, home to the indri lemurs.
Explore Andasibe, Berenty, and Ankarana and Amber Mountain National Parks on this natural history adventure in Madagascar. Search for a wide variety of wildlife including chameleons and lemurs, visit surreal landscapes, and see unique flora found nowhere else on Earth.
Explore Borneo's forest floors and treetop canopies, visit cave passages, look for wildlife by boat on jungled rivers, and visit conservation experts on this expedition.
Sea kayak and snorkel in the Sea of Cortez, watch breaching whales from the comfort of your small ship cruise on this adventure to Baja Sur.
Track leopards at Okonjima and elephants in Damaraland, safari in Etosha National Park, climb the dunes at Sossusvlei, and take a 3-day walking safari in NamibRand Nature Reserve.
Visit the only place in the world where desert lions exist and have the chance to track radio-collared leopard at a big cat rehabilitation center on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.
Explore Namibia and Botswana on a world-class safari. Stay in exquisite lodges, game view by 4WD vehicle and canoe, and travel in a small group of only six people!
Embark on a private journey through Sossusvlei Dunes, Damaraland, and Etosha National Park at your own pace in Namibia.
Hike the South Island's most beautiful national parks, swim with dolphins, cruise Milford Sound, taste local wines, enjoy Kiwi culture.
Experience the wildest and most untouched corners of New Zealand on this active 10-day hiking and wildlife adventure on the South Island.
The Te Araroa Trail runs the entire length of New Zealand—and our special adventure hikes the very best sections as it crosses the North Island. We’ll visit remote villages, cross native bush, hike coastal cliffs, and savor Kiwi culture at its best.
Hike the best sections on the South Island of New Zealand's long-distance hiking trail, the Te Araroa, from Queen Charlotte Sound to Fiordland National Park. Explore alpine lakes, native forests, and farmlands while enjoying renowned New Zealand wines, Kiwi hospitality, and delightful local cuisine.
Take in the beautiful cities of St. Petersburg and Moscow and explore the Russian and Norwegian Arctic Circle in pursuit of the magnificent Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights).
Natural history sea kayaking and snorkeling tour of Palau including the Rock Islands, coral reefs, sharks and turtles, mangrove forests, Peleliu Island and marine archaeology.
Take in the beautiful cities of St. Petersburg and Moscow and explore the Russian and Norwegian Arctic Circle in pursuit of the magnificent Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights).
Explore South Africa from hikes and wine-tasting in Cape Town to scenic rock formations in the Drakensberg Mountains. Continue on to a safari in Greater Kruger National Park for spectacular wildlife-viewing.
A cultural and wildlife adventure in South Africa that begins in legendary Cape Town and takes you into two of Africa's greatest national parks: Greater Kruger and Hwange, as well as to stunning Victoria Falls.
Explore from Cape Town to the Cape of Good Hope, then set out for phenomenal big-five gameviewing in exclusive private game reserves adjoining world renowned Greater Kruger National Park.
Discover South Africa's beautiful Cape Town, Zambia's world-famous Victoria Falls, and safari in Botswana's legendary Chobe National Park, with its massive herds of elephants.
Explore Cape Town's beautiful landscapes and world-renowned wineries, soak up the mist and stunning views of Victoria Falls, and safari in two of Africa's prized parks: Greater Kruger National Park and Hwange National Park.
Explore the glorious legacy of an early Buddhist civilization, visit with tea planters and orange-robed monks, sample fragrant curries, and view the wildlife of Yala National Park, with its extraordinary birdlife and herds of elephant.
Classic wildlife safari with skilled trackers in Serengeti National Park, plus Ngorongoro Crater, Olduvai Gorge, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire National Parks. Expert Maasai guides, exclusive private camps, luxury lodges.
Climb Kilimanjaro along the spectacular and less-traveled Lemosho-Crater Camp Route with expert guides. Adding a Serengeti safari extension makes this the ultimate experience of East Africa.
Safari in the legendary Serengeti and in Tarangire National Park, enjoying your own exclusive private camps and private guides, plus Ngorongoro Crater.
Discover Tonga’s enchanting Ha'apai Islands on a journey filled with sea kayaking adventures, snorkeling, and spectacular encounters with humpback whales.
Sail to Glacier Bay National Park and through Alaska's Inside Passage accompanied by two exceptional expert Guest Speakers on this Special Event! Hike, sea kayak, and observe stunning wildlife by private expedition vessel.
Hiking, sea kayaking, and natural history adventure by private expedition vessel, and marine life from orcas to whales.
Explore the wonders of Alaska's Glacier Bay, with kayaking and Zodiac excursions, and wonderful on-board amenities aboard a private expedition vessel.
In Alaska's remote reaches, you'll kayak in protected coves, hike in spectacular glacial landscapes, encounter an amazing variety of wildlife, and stay aboard our historic 86-foot vessel.
Track mountain gorillas on foot through Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, view the primates of Kibale Forest, and enjoy game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Explore Uganda's Murchison Falls National Park, with game viewing and private boat excursions on the Nile, track mountain gorillas and chimpanzees on foot, and enjoy a Big Game safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Enjoy thrilling encounters with mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in Uganda on this epic private journey.
Snorkel, hike, sea kayak, reef walk, and encounter the friendly and welcoming Ni-Vanuatu people (including Pentecost land divers!) on this exciting multisport journey in the Vanuatu archipelago.
Track game on foot, explore by open 4WD vehicles, look for nocturnal wildlife on night drives, and explore unspoiled South Luangwa National Park. Small groups, expert guides.
A cultural and wildlife adventure in South Africa that begins in legendary Cape Town and takes you into two of Africa's greatest national parks: Greater Kruger and Hwange, as well as to stunning Victoria Falls.
Wildlife viewing by open 4WD vehicle, safaris by riverboat and mokoro (dugout canoe), and exciting game walks, with stays in exclusive safari camps.
Discover South Africa's beautiful Cape Town, Zambia's world-famous Victoria Falls, and safari in Botswana's legendary Chobe National Park, with its massive herds of elephants.
Explore Cape Town's beautiful landscapes and world-renowned wineries, soak up the mist and stunning views of Victoria Falls, and safari in two of Africa's prized parks: Greater Kruger National Park and Hwange National Park.
Journey to Zimbabwe and discover the wildlife of Hwange National Park and Victoria Falls.
Our classic "under canvas" Botswana mobile safari with extraordinary wildlife, from the game-rich savannas of Chobe and Moremi to the lagoons of Okavango, and the natural wonder of Victoria Falls.
A cultural and wildlife adventure in South Africa that begins in legendary Cape Town and takes you into two of Africa's greatest national parks: Greater Kruger and Hwange, as well as to stunning Victoria Falls.
Explore Namibia and Botswana on a world-class safari. Stay in exquisite lodges, game view by 4WD vehicle and canoe, and travel in a small group of only six people!
Amazing safari in Botswana’s Chobe District and Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park with epic game viewing and wonderfully atmospheric lodges.
Discover the secret season of safari in Zimbabwe when the bush is green, wildlife is abundant, and Victoria Falls is at its fullest.
Wildlife viewing by open 4WD vehicle, safaris by riverboat and mokoro (dugout canoe), and exciting game walks, with stays in exclusive safari camps.
Enjoy beautiful safari camps and in the Okavango Delta, witness the majesty of Victoria Falls, and safari among the world-famous elephant herds of Hwange National Park.
Discover South Africa's beautiful Cape Town, Zambia's world-famous Victoria Falls, and safari in Botswana's legendary Chobe National Park, with its massive herds of elephants.
Explore Cape Town's beautiful landscapes and world-renowned wineries, soak up the mist and stunning views of Victoria Falls, and safari in two of Africa's prized parks: Greater Kruger National Park and Hwange National Park.
We are still finalizing the details of this itinerary. Please let us know you’re interested and we’ll send you the Full Detailed Itinerary as soon as it is available. Contact Us
