Kayaking & Canoeing One Week Top Itineraries

• Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his House on Stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature, some of Hanoi’s top cultural landmarks. Graze on regional cuisine while exploring Hanoi Old Quarter’s artisanal craft shops and souvenir stands. A water puppet show is also an optional evening activity.
• Relax on a leisurely cruise across spectacular Ha Long Bay, one of the world’s new seven wonders, among limestone islands and islets and emerald sea. Enjoy a variety of water sports like kayaking, swimming, bamboo boating, etc., or just unwind on a sundeck at night to take in the breathtaking scenery.
• Many excursions, including an overnight cruise in Halong Bay, a tour of the Cu Chi tunnels, and a tour of Saigon, offer excellent value.
• In the Cu Chi Tunnels, relive historical times and encounter the underground existence of Vietnamese soldiers.
• Explore the historic capital of Ninh Binh on bicycles to experience local life.

• Live like a local in the amazon rainforest
• Learn quichua traditions by interacting with your local hosts
• Visit an animal rescue centre and hone your blowgun skills

• Explore bustling bangkok
• Enjoy the natural beauty of khao sok national park
• Relax on the white-sand beaches of ko tao and ko phangan
• Spot coral and marine life while snorkelling

• Exploring Quito's Historic Center: A Journey Through Time
• Discovering the Natural Wonders of Papallacta Hot Springs
• Hiking the Majestic Quilotoa Crater Lake
• Cotopaxi National Park: Witnessing Ecuador's Breathtaking Landscapes

• Cruise in the picturesque Halong Bay, one of the UNESCO-recognised World Heritage Sites.
• Explore the underground systems of Cu Chi Tunnels, used during the Vietnam War
• Give yourself a break from everyday life at the quiet and serene long beach.

• Awe by the never-ending energy of this vibrant Ho Chi Minh
• Explore the maze of mysterious Cu Chi Tunnels
• Learn how to make a colorful lantern, the symbol of Hoi An
• Escape to nature and immerse yourself in the daily life of the Vietnamese countryside
• Cruise in the most picturesque bay of the country, one of the UNESCO-recognized World Heritage Sites

• Discover a different side of Vietnam's capital city, cycling around the village and rice fields.
• Enjoy an overnight cruise in the most magnificent bay in the country, one of the UNESCO-recognized World Heritage Sites.
• Cherish your romantic leisure at white-sand beaches and spectacular sunsets of Phu Quoc island.

• Immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of remote islands, pristine beaches, and lush nature.
• Enjoy special onboard meals as you cruise through the Bay.
• Experience a Vietnamese cooking demonstration amidst the wild beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Engage in kayaking and join a sunset party.
• Take a scenic 1-hour boat trip through the tranquil paddle fields of Tam Coc.
• Trek through mountainous villages in Sapa for an authentic cultural experience.

Hells Canyon Rafting, Snake River Idaho

Hells Canyon Rafting on the Snake River in Idaho straddles the borders of Idaho and Oregon and is the deepest river gorge in North America. According to Nez Perce tribal legend the mythical figure "coyote" dug Hells Canyon with a big stick to protect the tribe's ancestors in the Blue Mountains of Oregon from the "Seven Devils" across the gorge in Idaho.

• Bike the Virginia Creeper trail, with interpretive stops along the way
• Paddle sit-on-top kayaks down the North Fork of the Holston River with an experienced outfitter and stop along the river’s banks to learn about Appalachian Valley history and ecology
• Attend a performance at the world-famous Barter Theater, the State Theater of Virginia

• Instructors from the country’s leading kayaking school teach you the basics and point out what to watch for in your natural surroundings
• Paddle down the Little Tennessee River and enjoy two afternoon hikes as you get lost in the beauty of the surrounding Great Smoky Mountains
• Join a professional folksinger and storyteller for a program of Cherokee songs, mountain tales and banjo and dulcimer ballads

• Paddle The Manitowish River, a locally famous area often described by renowned phenologist, John Bates
• Investigate a northern quaking bog by walking out on the mat of floating vegetation and examining the unique plant life there
• Learn canoe strokes such as backward, forward, draw, pry, rudder, sweep and J-stroke as you explore a low-traffic, six-mile stretch of the Upper Wisconsin River

• Pedal between stunning cliffs and the rocky coasts along the famed Somes Sound, the U
• S
• ’ only Atlantic fjord
• Discover superior sea kayaking among the rocky Porcupine Islands of Frenchman Bay
• Learn more about the region’s geology, wildlife, marine environment and history during classes both on-site and on the trails

• Explore miles of uninterrupted shoreline by canoe and kayak, stopping to learn about native cultures, throw replica atlatl’s and practice other skills used by prehistoric peoples
• Go rock-climbing on sandstone bluffs with experts who teach you the techniques you need to reach heights of 70 feet, and also experience the forest canopy on Illinois' only all tree-based zipline
• Enjoy the last evening with a beach cookout and a campfire and a sunset pontoon ride

• Hit the lake in a canoe, where you’ll learn how to paddle properly from your expert instructor, and take on a leisurely float trip down the river.
• Practice riding a horse in the equestrian barn before heading out on a trail ride through hardwood forests.
• Climb high above the forest on the Alpine Tower, swing through the air on the Alpine Swing, and enjoy a moonlight zip line adventure as you zip through the night sky.

• Witness loons and eagles while canoeing pristine lakes with minimal human activity
• View many colorful warblers that call the Northwoods their summer home
• Explore a northern quaking bog – an experience many equate to walking on a giant waterbed – and learn about the special plants and animals that reside in it

• Experienced instructors teach safe canoeing and hiking techniques to small groups of beginner to advanced students
• Natural history presentations illuminate outdoor field trips, as does a visit to the International Wolf Center
• Enjoy an evening paddle amid the haunting call of the loon; another evening explore the quaint town of Ely and happen upon a live outdoor music performance

• Enjoy a half-day Ozark style canoe trip down the scenic Courtois River
• Challenge yourself on one of the YMCA's Adventure Activities and get a taste of what flying feels like! Spend time at our Triangle Y Ranch meeting and learning about the horses

• Voted one of America’s Top 100 Adventures, take a pontoon ride on the underground lake in the Bonne Terre Mine
• Venture out on a naturalist-led hike to a mud cave, then explore inside
• Visit a local winery to sample local wines, try line dancing with ranch staff and enjoy a campfire under the stars!

• After a lesson on canoe and kayak techniques and water safety by paddling naturalist guides, venture into the wild to discover spectacular environments
• Discover this region’s diversity of bird life from Bald Eagles to Prothonotary Warblers
• June and October dates also include a naturalist hike into one of the regions designated wilderness areas to explore the natural history, geology and plant life