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81 Top Picks trips. Tours from 89 tour companies. 12 reviews.

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Big Five Horse Riding Safari
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Big Five Horse Riding Safari

By Equitours
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
28 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Makalali Game Reserve

Highlights

  • Camping Trips
  • Horse Safaris
  • Jumping
  • Wildlife Viewing

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Safari

What travelers are saying

"I was interested in a number of holidays offered by Equitour and requested answers to some straight forward questions through their "contact us" section of their website on multiple occasions. No answers. No contact. If I can't get the company to show an interest before I give them my money, I can only guess at their attitude one I've paid up. Im planning to book through Blackthorn and Brook. Responded immediately with answers to everything and mailed a gorgeous brochure."

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8 days From$4,425
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The “Other" Sydney, Rock, and Reef
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The “Other" Sydney, Rock, and Reef

By EverGreen Escapes
none
4.9/5 Excellent
37 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Adelaide, Great Barrier Reef, Perth, Sydney, Turquoise coast, Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Highlights

  • El Questro Wilderness Park
  • Margaret River wine region
  • Whale Shark Discovery cruise in Ningaloo Reef
  • Broken Hill
  • Yacht cruise of Sydney
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Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Great tour company, and our guide, Marisa was excellent - so knowledgeable and considerate. Bus comfy, food great, itinerary varied and Marisa had flexibility to change it depending on what the weather was doing. I did the day tour to Mt St. Helen’s which was so awesome. Loved it. Only wish I’d gone for longer- so much to see and lots of amazing trails. Will be back!"

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18 days From$12,750
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Empire Builder Epic
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Empire Builder Epic

By Bicycle Adventures
none
5/5 Excellent
34 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Glacier National Park

Highlights

  • Explore Seattle
  • Enjoy Ride from Colville to gorgeous Sand Point, Idaho, on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille
  • Visit East Glacier National Park
  • See Lake Pend Oreille, the second largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi.

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We had a great bike trip in Arizona with Bicycle Adventures. It was our first time with this company, and we will definitely be back! Everything was well planned and executed. Food and lodging were great, and James (our guide) was excellent."

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10 days From$3,974
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Tanzania Trekking Safari
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Tanzania Trekking Safari

By Thomson Safaris
preferred
5/5 Excellent
45 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Ngorongoro Crater, Rift Valley, Serengeti National Park

Highlights

  • Experience excellent wildlife viewing
  • Hike to Lake Natron
  • Spend three nights adventure camping
  • Track wildlife on foot in a private nature refuge
  • Explore two flamingo breeding grounds

Themes

50 plus, Hiking & Walking, Safari

What travelers are saying

"I traveled with Thomson Safari on a 10 day trek on Kilimanjaro and a 5 day safari to the Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Both experiences were far above my expectations. The trek crew was fantastic from the assistance on the trail to the delicious meals. On safari we saw a huge amount of animals including cheetah and leopard. The hot air balloon ride at dawn gliding over a pride of lions, a pool of hippos and the occasional giraffe or zebra was the experience of a lifetime. If I were just a bit younger I would not hesitate to repeat this entire experience."

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Greenland Traditional Dogsled Expedition
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Greenland Traditional Dogsled Expedition

By Want Expeditions
none
5/5 Excellent
52 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Ilulissat Icefjord

Highlights

  • Visit our hunters in their homes and say a proper good by to them and to the Dogs
  • Amazing expedition on dogsleds covered with our gear and the local equipment.
  • Visit The Local Souvenir Shop For The Perfect Momento
  • Visit our hunters in their homes and say a proper good by to them and to the Dogs

Themes

50 plus, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Kamchatka renews the inner spirit with its pristine, majestic views and overwhelming sense of calm and serenity. Being able to feel and experience the nomadic way of life by enjoying the countryside while staying in the native Gur goes beyond your normal travel adventure. This trip was an awarding nature travel."

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Reindeer Spring Migration
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Reindeer Spring Migration

By Turgleder AS
none
5/5 Excellent
1 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Experience the reindeers on their annual spring migration
  • Much of the time will be spent in the hands of the arctic environment.
  • Traditional Sámi food
  • Possibilities of good opportunities for ice fishing

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Great company offering some truly amazing adventures. I did the "Introduction to expedition skiing and camping in the arctic" trip in January 2019. We encountered the coldest day of the winter (-41°C) so there has to be some changes to the original plan, as it's not ideal camping conditions. Kasper was flexible and managed to keep a fun and interesting schedule. He's also very experienced/knowledgeable and good at sharing his knowledge. It was among the most memorable trips I have been on, and I would definitely come back again. I strongly recommend any of their trips!"

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Bike Paths of Lake Garda - Sightseer Tour
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Bike Paths of Lake Garda - Sightseer Tour

By Experience Plus
none
5/5 Excellent
19 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Lake Garda, Verona

Highlights

  • Spin through vineyards and along the shores of Lake Garda, boat ride
  • Arco, famous for rock climbing, bike path through a stunning mountain valley, lake swimming
  • Forested bike path, views of Lake Garda, the elegant city of Trento
  • Guided walk of Trento's underground, train ride, Borgo Valsugana
  • Enjoying stunning views, and WWI forts that overlook the valley

Themes

Cycling & Biking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Your system of chalk arrows is by far the very best method that we have ever seen for marking a cycling route. It would have been totally unnerving to try to read directions and be aware of traffic."

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Amazon Kayaking Trip
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Amazon Kayaking Trip

By Tofino Expeditions
none
5/5 Excellent
15 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Andes Mountains, Quito

Highlights

  • Explore the Amazon by Kayak
  • Explore a new and fascinating aspect of the extraordinary ecosystem, which has the highest concentration of flora and fauna species in the world
  • Explore the entire forest, from the floor to the jungle canopy, all with expert interpretation
  • A visit to the Amazon rainforest is a life-changing experience and small group size is the key to the success of this wildlife adventure

Themes

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

What travelers are saying

"I had a wonderful time and I’m so glad I decided to go! All three of my kayak excursions with Tofino Expeditions have been more than vacations, they have been life enriching and educational. A joy, thank you!!"

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VMH

Nov 2017

Provided byNational Geographic Expeditions

great sights. Great local guides. Impatient unpleasant photographer leader

The local guide went above and beyond. The sights were amazing. The accommodations and meals much better than expected. Lots of driving but in good cars with good...

Tour:  Tibet and Nepal: Journey to the Highest Himalaya

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Will Travel For Adventures

Nov 2016

Written on

Exceeded our expectations

We have been on many REI trips, mainly because of the talented local guides. Our guide on this trip, Mike (a first time REI guide) has to be right at the top of the ...

Tour:  South Africa Ultimate Adventure & Safari

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Afton Runner

Nov 2016

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Wonderful

I arrived in South Africa expecting good things. I left with a whole new view of the country. It is more than wonderful places. It filled with amazing people, flora ...

Tour:  South Africa Ultimate Adventure & Safari

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Susan49

May 2016

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We loved it!

We loved the entire itinerary, and the accommodations and food were excellent. Our stay in Sabi Sabi and the safaris there were just amazing...we saw every animal we...

Tour:  South Africa Ultimate Adventure & Safari

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Over 50

Nov 2015

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The safari was like nothing I have ever experienced

The safari was like nothing I have ever experienced. I was grinning the whole time. I am already planning my next REI trip. This is a beautiful trip, I will never fo...

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