Rivers & Seas Strenuous Tours & Trip Packages

Rivers & Seas Strenuous Tours & Trips

802 Rivers & Seas trips. Tours from 223 tour companies. 634 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Oregon: Columbia Gorge
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5/5 Excellent
40 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Portland

Highlights

  • Ride with a scenic backdrop along the spectacular historic Columbia River Highway
  • Hike a route with stunning views and blooming wildflowers
  • Explore the informative Columbia Gorge Discovery Center
  • Visit Timberline Lodge on Mt. Hood
  • Visit a remote Alpine lake fed by glaciers with imposing views of Mt. Hood

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"My husband and I booked a trip over a year ago with Sojourn for one specific reason, we were able to drive there and not have to take a plane. We have a doctors note stating my husband is unable to fly due to medical reasons. Now due to covid we cannot cross the boarder to get there so we have to cancel. I spoke with the owner of the company approximately late July and he suggested we wait to see what the U.S Government would decide on August 23 2021. I called him once it was confirmed that the boarder would be closed until September 29 2021 and wanted to cancel as it was getting to close. We paid over $6000 Canadian. The company has a waiting list for this particular time and trip and our place has already been filled, however, the owner will only refund us $2025. He refuses to refund the rest. We are so angry and disappointed as this was a lot of money and nothing to him. Now we are unable to plan a trip in Canada that we could actually get to. We thought we could trust this company as we had travelled with them before, sadly the owners greed wins and we are out a significant amount of money. I do not recommend booking with this company and will not ever again."

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Cormorant: 8-Day Cruise to Western & Central Islands
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4.6/5 Excellent
31 reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Galapagos, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

  • Hike along volcanic craters on Santa Cruz Island in the Highlands
  • Explore the mangrove forests of Isabela Island comfortably by panga
  • See what you can find at Buccaneer Cove, a pirates’ hideaway from the 1600s

Themes

Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Because of the pandemic, we had to reschedule our cruise from July of 2020 to December 2020. Airlines were not flying out of our city to Manaus in December, so we had to cancel our cruise and asked for a refund, and was denied. I would never work with this cruise line again."

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Jaguar’s Trail: Pantanal to Amazon
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5/5 Excellent
19 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Amazon Rainforest, Pantanal

Highlights

  • Jaguar Safaris - We average 1.5 jaguars per day, far away from the crowds!
  • Pantanal - Explore 3 different regions of this UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve
  • Safaris by Jeep, Boat, Foot, & Horseback
  • 200 species of mammals including the highest density of jaguars on earth
  • 700 bird species: hyacinth macaws, jabaru stork, toco tucan and more
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Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Mario Marin is a gem!!! Tom and I thoroughly enjoyed our trip with him and driver Pablo. His unbridled enthusiasm and knowledge about all things Costa Rica kept us excited day after day! He is a wonderful person with a happy, friendly disposition, and impressively articulate and well informed. As a guide he was able to spot and identify birds that we could just barely see. As for the itinerary, it was the perfect amount of time in each location. We saw all the different monkeys and even the elusive Quetzal! Thank you so much! This trip was a once in a lifetime opportunity for us. Josh and Wild Planet Adventures will always be highly recommended by us!"

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Kayak Between Icebergs And Glaciers
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5/5 Excellent
5 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Torres del Paine National Park

Highlights

  • Visit Torres del Paine National Park
  • Enjoy paddling through the Serrano River and fabulous views of Tyndall Glacier and Geike Range.
  • Great opportunity to Kayak about 30mt. to the Serrano Lagoon

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"Chile Nativo’s service from booking to final drop off was fantastic! Really great value. We were a small group of 6 trekkers and you provided great tents and gear. Our guide, Armando, was extremely knowledgeable and experienced in the park. With 20 years guiding experience he was still very professional and engaged with our group and clearly very passionate about the area. It’s a fantastically beautiful place! I would definitely recommend Chile Nativo to anyone looking for a quality, authentic Torres del Paine trekking experience."

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Antarctica Multi-Sport Adventure
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5/5 Excellent
5 reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, Patagonia, Ushuaia

Highlights

  • Arrival into Buenos Aires
  • Fly to Ushuaia, afternoon city tour and hiking
  • Hiking and kayaking in Tierra del Fuego National Park.
  • Free morning, embarkation and departure for DrakePassage
  • On-board amenities and lectures view from deck, Antarctic Convergence
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Themes

Birding, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"I’ve had two great adventures with this company. Both journeys offered a combo of moderate off the beaten path and times for luxury. Guides are highly knowledgeable and they offered us opportunity to go deep into history. I really appreciated some rugged moments. The South Africa trip was life changing for many reasons. They are great communicators and want to make sure you get answers and interests met. Both trips had very good hotels and food. Please try them if you travel to learn and participate in new cultures."

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Antarctica The White Continent
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4.3/5 Great
6 reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Punta Arenas, Shetland Islands

Highlights

  • Visit Trinity Church at Bellingshausen Station
  • Explore Peninsula's west coast
  • Enjoy watching frenzied activities of Penguin parents

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Dive Adventures are so awsome they helped me organise an amazing island trip in the Solomon islands, was one of the best scuba trips iv ever done , the DA team where so helpful with flights and all bookings involved with the trip, now I only book scuba trips with them �"

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Amazonian Immersion
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5/5 Excellent
22 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Andes Mountains, Avenue of Volcanoes

Highlights

  • Discover Achuar Culture
  • Connect with Andean Cultures
  • Visiting Ecuador’s Amazon and Andes
  • Travel the Avenue of the Volcanoes
  • Explore Achuar Territory

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"I believe we are all one people, one voice, one drum beat and one consciousness that needs to be heard around the world and i think this is a great platform to be heard from to learn from and to act from we only have one earth and we all have to live here together~ as one peoples all equal and accountable to mother earth."

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Cycle the Back Roads of Sri Lanka
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya

Highlights

  • See the magnificent cave temple at Dambulla
  • Climb the rock fortress at Sigiriya for breath-taking views
  • Explore the old, ruined city of Polonnaruwa
  • Discover the fascinating town of Kandy
  • Ride through tea estates to Nuwara Eliya
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Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Friendly and helpful staff were happy to help with all our questions."

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Antarctic Awakening: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Why we love them
Their ice-breaking cruise liners take travelers truly off of the beaten path and into the very heart of the polar realms.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Antarctic Peninsula, Buenos Aires, Falklands Islands, Shetland Islands, Ushuaia

Highlights

  • The greatest concentrations of seabirds and marine mammals on the planet.
  • The astounding abundance of penguins at huge breeding colonies
  • A rare view of albatross family life
  • Fearless marine wildlife and scenery beyond belief on the Antarctic Peninsula.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Staff and crew were wonderful! The food on board was excellent as was the service! The destinations Orkney, Shetland, the Faroes, etc. were all that was promised and the views and the wildlife were breathtaking! I will say that the key word for this entire experience is "expedition." Itineraries can and do change based on many factors, especially the weather. You will be getting into and out of Zodiacs for many of the stops and being in "reasonably good condition" is a good idea as hiking is an integral part of getting to prime locations. So, be flexible and have an explorer's heart and you won't be disappointed! Bottom line....... I would do it again!"

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The Beautiful Blue Danube
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Bratislava, Budapest, Passau

Highlights

  • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Tour the major capital cities along the Danube
  • Bask in the idyllic landscapes of the Wachau Valley
  • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED: Imperial Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace, the former summer residence for the Hapsburg monarchs, with splendid gardens and lavish rooms
  • Budapest, 2000 years of history

Themes

50 plus, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Family Friendly, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Summary over a cruise on the Haute Seine and Yonne on a barge. As seasoned cruisers, knowing well all aspects of cruising on seas and rivers, we had no experience about traveling on a barge in a canal. It was also time to overcome this lack. A number of companies offer this kind of cruising on barge with 8 to 16 passengers, however very often at exorbitant prices. Luckily, we discovered that the company CroisiEurope offers one week cruise on various canals in Europe, at very decent price, especially considering that all is inclusive (full board, all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and all excursions) on modern barges with a maximum of 22 passengers. We opted for the barge Ms Deborah, which cruises on the canal de la Loire, with the Briare to Nevers’ route. We were looking forward to this itinerary because the proposed excursions particularly suited us. Unfortunately, only a few days before departure, we were informed that due of a lack of water in the Loire canal the Ms Deborah was switched over to the Haute Seine and Yonne for a new itinerary from Paris to Sens. Despites the fact that this new itinerary didn’t really meet our desires, especially the excursions, we decided to accept the change. Our group of 6 persons from Switzerland was very warmly greeted by all members of the crew when arriving on the quai de Grenelle in Paris where we see the MS DEBORAH for the first time, our floating home for the week. With its two dominating colours blue and white, it is difficult not to fall in love with this beautiful small ship. We were invited immediately for the welcome cocktail during which we met officially the crew and the other six individual passengers originating from New Zealand, England and the USA. With less time than it needs to tell, the relation between us was created, so that everyone felt part of a bunch of friends knowing each other for long time. There is no need to present here the MS Deborah itself, as this is already thoroughly done on the Cruise Critic page. The crew of 6 persons is composed of a captain, a sailor, a cruise director, a chef, a waitress and a cabin hostess who put all their efforts to satisfy the passengers and offer them the best possible service. The captain as well as the sailor are always trying to make passengers at ease, answer questions or even bring a drink. The lady cruise director is omnipresent, taking care of the passengers better than a mother hen would do. The talented young French chef aims to produce dishes which please everybody. His outstanding sauces and excellent desserts should be particularly praised. However, referring to comments we made during a cruise on the Seine Princess two years ago, we cannot understand that why today it is not possible to offer the choice of a light buffet at lunch instead a three or even four course menu! The always smiling and friendly Hungarian waitress was very caring and attentive, without forgetting the cabin hostess doing a great job in the cabins, the public spaces and even the kitchen. It wouldn’t be fair to name a single person as all members of the crew, without any exception, do all they can to make the cruise unforgettable. Our one-week cruise on the barge Ms Deborah enables us today to make the following comments: ~ a cruise on a barge cannot be compared to any other kind of cruise ~ despite all the comfort offered on modern barge, one must be very aware that life on board happens at a restraint space, requiring therefore much flexibility and understanding in all aspects from all passengers ~ in our case, being only 12 passengers, we had the opportunity to take our meals on the terrace. We also never had the feeling that the boat was overcrowded. This can be different when the ship is full, especially by bad weather ~ the state of mind between the passengers who are mostly of foreign nationalities, who don’t know each other and don’t speak French, must function well right from the beginning ~ if the interrelation works, it is difficult to find a more relaxing and enjoyable way of travelling ~ the success on a barge is mainly due on the quality of its crew. Ms Deborah’s crew members have quickly created a family spirit on board, showing also that they genuinely like what they do ~ excursions can play a major role in choosing an itinerary. Not speaking French or English can be a handicap Do we recommend to do a cruise on a barge? Yes, definitively! It’s affordable, the atmosphere on board is unique, the routes can be very interesting. In our case, this second try with CroisiEurope gives them a better note."

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King Penguins of the Falklands and South Georgia - Expedition
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4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Antarctic Peninsula, Britain, Falklands Islands, Georgia, Montevideo, Shetland Islands, South Shetland Islands, Ushuaia

Highlights

  • An epic Antarctic adventure - in the footsteps of Ernest Shackleton
  • View large colonies of iconic king penguins - on South Georgia
  • Variety of penguins - stand amid magellanic, macaroni and rockhopper penguins in the Falkland Islands
  • Get close to the marine wildlife - see whales and cavorting seals from your Zodiac
  • Montevideo - explore the delights of this vibrant city

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Love love loved our trip to Madeira. Phillipe the guide was excellent; very personable, knowledgeable, passionate about his island, helpful and fun! 10 out of 10. The group was great fun too, my husband was one of only two men vs 12 / 13 woman which caused a lot of laughs (at his expense). The itinerary was full on which left little time between getting back to the hotels and going out for dinner which was poss the main downside. The hotel in Santana wasn't great but the ones in Porto Moniz and Funchal were much better. As a vegan I struggled in the North of the island but knew that might be the case, I had bread and my own peanut butter for breakfast and bread and hummus at lunch so not ideal. Thankfully Funchal has vegan restaurants and omni restaurants have vegan menus or dishes too so finally ate well. I loved all of the hikes, very varied and all not too far from hotels in the minibus. Loved the levada walks. All walks had steep drop offs so if you're scared of heights - don't do it! I'd highly recommend this trip. We had time in Funchal to do some additional activities and we chose to visit the Palace Gardens, take the downhill sledge from Monte and go on a dolphin watching catamaran trip - all fantastic!"

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Amalfi and Capri Magnifica Walking Tour
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4.9/5 Excellent
75 reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
They offer a unique way to enjoy a classic destination by combining active travel with authentic cultural experiences.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Amalfi Coast, Isle of Capri, Naples, Positano

Highlights

  • Enjoy Hike to Villa Jovis, the site of one of Tiberius’ villas on Capri
  • Anacapri, a lesser-known hiking paradise on Capri that is uncrowded and beautiful
  • Visit an old paper mill and take home your own sheet of paper
  • Hike on Il Sentiero degli Dei (the Path of the Gods)
  • Handmade Capresi sandals
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Great routes, guides, hotels and bikes!"

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Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Amazing - highly recommend!

I would highly recommend this tour of Sri Lanka. It was a fantastic way to see the real Sri Lanka and get to meet the local people and see how they live their live...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Sri Lanka a must

Exodus lived up to expectations .Using local guides ,making sure our money went into local community,giving us an individual holiday. The guide was on duty 24hours ...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Fantastic - thoroughly recommended!

Really interesting trip. It has a great balance with plenty of cycling but still having time to explore our destinations and some time to relax too. It's a beaut...

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Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Sri Lanka With Suresh And The Team

So many experiences in a wonderful country with such a wonderful guide - DO IT - you will not be disappointed! Getting to 'The Hill Club' after an epic climb and wi...

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

The Best So Far!

A fairly challenging cycle tour of Sri Lanka, taking in some of the culture, wild life and sites and sounds. Completing a 2,300m climbing day through the tea planta...

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