Family Tours

We will enable your group to visit the most pristine, ancient, and significant of all remaining parts of the parks. Highlights of this adventure include exploring some of the largest and last remaining stands of ancient, old growth redwood forest. Get a real sense of the enormity of these beautiful specimens, and learn why the Redwoods thrive most here.

All our tours can be completely customized to meet your interests and abilities, let us do the planning for you! Tours can be either half-day (3 hours) or full-day (6.5 hours). Private Tours available.

Let our wonderful naturalists create an unforgettable experience for you!

At our headquarters in Torrey, Utah, Hondoo is surrounded for scores of miles by rugged wilderness which often seems impenetrable. However, for those who know where to go there exist intricate trails established by Indians, explorers, stockmen, outlaws and outfitters.

Some trails have been formally improved by land managers; many have not. For those interested, Hondoo will guide hikes to Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase & Escalante Canyons National Monument, San Rafael Swell Wilderness, or other landforms in the area.

Let us design a trip for you or your group–we especially enjoy being the local expert for non-local tour operators. We have all necessary permits which allow us to guide you on public lands. All day hikes require a two person minimum Lunch is provided on full day tours. The price of day hikes includes transportation, your guide and lunch; trips depart as arranged. When arranging your trip, inquire with Hondoo about specific trails, length and difficulty of the trails for the area you’re interested in exploring. You may choose a special emphasis hike which feature slot canyons, slickrock mountains, natural wonders, or rock art panels.

Choose from either small group (max 14 people), private escorted tour, or self-drive with guided excursions at each location.

A four-day trip to some of California's wildest, most desolate and rugged, landscapes. The tour departs from Las Vegas and ends in San Francisco via the hottest place on earth – Death Valley National Park, through the Mohave Desert to the fabulous granite rock formations and waterfalls of Yosemite National Park. After two full days exploring Yosemite return to San Francisco with a city tour across the Golden Gate Bridge, Pier 39, Haight Ashbury and more.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure just south of the eclectic town of Moab, Utah. High-speed, custom rafts allow you to journey through the Colorado River's legendary 100-mile Cataract Canyon in just 2 days–perfect for those with busy schedules yearning for a quick, but refreshing dose of adventure. From surreal scenery to thrilling whitewater, Cataract Canyon is rated as one of the best rafting trips in America. Travel through the heart of Canyonlands National Park on the Colorado River, where postcard-perfect vistas will dazzle you around every bend in the river. Step back in time as you explore ancient Native American habitations and learn of their cultures. Discover the thrill of nearly 30 world-class Colorado River whitewater rapids.

Once you reach Lake Powell, you'll return to Moab, by ground shuttle. Join us for 2 spectacular days in the great outdoors and reconnect with your sense of adventure. Be sure to see the Cataract Express Itinerary and Adventure Extension option to make the most of your time in Moab, Utah!

Return to Nature and the English Countryside on an 11-day, 10-night tour tracing the full length of the rolling Cotswold hills. 102 miles of magical walking from Chipping Campden in the North to Bath in the South, leading you from one breath-taking view to the next, immersing you in the Cotswolds’ iconic history and heritage and championing England in all its glory.

Journey on foot, at your own pace, in your own time. We take all the hassle out of walking by including all luggage transfers, organising and booking all accommodation, providing maps, GPS instructions, and recommending incredible iconic palaces, castles, estates, ancient sites and more to visit along the way. Walk through the Cotswolds along canals, rivers and meadows into our incredible towns and cities.

Step back in time on one of our idyllic walks through the heart of the English countryside, along routes used since prehistoric times, winding through villages, tracing ridgelines, down into woodlands and valleys, and with panoramic views around every corner. These linear journeys are the perfect way to discover England at its finest.

This tour explores the stunning rich and verdant green landscape of Kerala. We experience charms of an old trading port; take a houseboat cruise on its backwaters and spend relaxing downtime by the beach. The itinerary begins with a two-night stay in Kochi with a sightseeing tour exploring its long heritage and some outstanding architecture. We then travel to the coast for a memorable houseboat cruise through Kerala’s famous backwaters, a lush green water world of great beauty, before the tour concludes with a two-night stay at the enchanting seaside resort of Mararikulam.

Highlights

• Fort Kochi, with its grandiose colonial architecture and laid back tropical charm.
• The backwaters, a picturesque network of canals, lagoons and lush greenery.
• Houseboat cruise through the backwaters of Alleppey.
• Mararikulam, a serene and tranquil beach destination

Our tour is an interesting experience into culturally enchanting and verdant landscapes and charms of tropical South India. We explore ancient Hindu temples and lavish palaces; enjoy picturesque hill walks; see exotic wildlife in its natural habitat; and relax on a houseboat while cruising through the famous Kerala backwaters.

Highlights:

• Watching wild elephants and tigers in national parks in Bandipur, Madumalai and Nagarhole.
• Riding the toy train through the hills.
• Exploring Munnar hill station famous for its picturesque tea gardens.
• Experiencing old seaport of Cochin.
• Riding the boat on Periyar Lake.

Denali is America’s quintessential National Park. While most visitors experience the park via its main northern corridor, the Denali Park Road, the south side of the park sees little annual visitation and remains completely road-less and virtually unexplored. Accessing the park by bush plane from Talkeetna, Alaska, your first treat will be a phenomenal floatplane flight up the Ruth glacier near Denali. You’ll then spend 3-days and 3-nights camping and hiking Denali’s wild side from the comfort of a wilderness basecamp situated on the edge of the mighty Ruth Glacier, and only 17 miles from the summit of North America's highest peak. Your wilderness camp, near the shore of a small glacial lake, puts you right in the epicenter of the Alaska Range and in a place where you will feel humbled by the scale and majesty of Denali National Park.

With a light daypack, you’ll spend your days hiking miles of vast tundra and exploring the seemingly endless glaciers; returning to camp each evening for a delicious feast under the midnight sun. See Denali in a way that few ever have, and experience Denali Unexplored!

Alaska’s most unique bear viewing trip! This once-in-a-lifetime adventure is truly a multi-sensory experience for the adventurer looking to view, photograph and admire North America’s most magnificent big game animal. From your comfortable camp (one that we’ve made bear resistant by surrounding with an electric fence), we spend three full days watching the world famous bears of Katmai National Park in a true wilderness setting.

This amazing multisport adventure will allow you to experience the best of Alaska by hiking, kayaking, climbing, cruising, and flying through its vast wilderness, all while enjoying the comfort of nightly accommodations in some of Alaska’s most famous lodges and B&Bs, and tent camping at a comfortable Denali basecamp, located in the heart of Denali National Park. If you’re looking to actively experience in the “real” Alaska and want to mix up amazing lodges with a remote camping experience, then this nine-day itinerary is your quintessential adventure.

Spanning from the heart of the Brooks Range to the Chukchi Sea on the western coast of state, the Noatak River is home to abundant wildlife including the 500,000-strong Western Arctic Caribou Herd. The Noatak is also one of the largest wilderness river basins and also one of the longest untouched rivers on earth. With class I & II whitewater, the river is fun for both novice and experienced boaters, and the hiking along the river is simply astounding.

After six days of river life in both Gates of the Arctic and the Noatak National Preserve, you’ll make the bush flight to Kobuk Valley National Park and the Great Kobuk Sand Dunes for two full days exploring this oddity of the north. Spend the days traveling this obscure landscape with light daypacks, marveling at the stark contrast from the Noatak River to the barren landscape that makes the sand dunes as marvelous as they are unique.

Travel to the iconic Great Ocean Road, to the Grampians Mountains and into outback north-western Victoria and south-western New South Wales. In dramatically different ecosystems of oceans, mountains and deserts you’ll monitor wildlife and the impacts of climate change on flora and fauna.

From the wild ocean cliffs and rainforest hinterland of the Great Otway National Park, to the saw tooth peaks of the Grampians National Park and the desert parks of Hattah-Kulkyne, Wyperfeld and Mungo National Parks, this journey is a remarkable expose of the sheer diversity of southern Australia’s wildlife.

Variety is the essence of this trip. You’ll paddle with platypus in the rainforest, walk with koalas in the eucalyptus forests, see cockatoos, parrots and reptiles and climb high into sand dunes in the deserts.

Customised for you: choose from 7 to 13 days in the regions best suited to your interests, timing and budget. Focus on birds, reptiles, mammals or all of them; photography, scenery, or walking. All private, all shared tours or a mix of both.

If you’re thinking about going on a road trip, camping, or renting an RV for a special event, RVshare makes the whole process simple and fun!

Getting behind the wheel of a motorhome is a great way to explore the country while still having all the comforts of home. RVing lets you get up close and personal with nature, and allows you to spend the night under the stars, wherever your destination may be.

We make RV travel easy by connecting you to owners in your local area, or at your destination. We offer the largest selection of trusted RV rentals in the country. You can search through thousands of options including Luxury Class A Diesel Pushers, Class B Camper Vans, Class C Motorhomes, and Travel Trailers. You can filter your search and compare RV rental prices, features, reviews and more.

Book your RV rental online with confidence through the secure RVshare payment system. We verify accounts and perform fraud checks to help keep your transactions safe. Plus, RVshare offers industry-first rental insurance and 24-hour roadside assistance! This provides peace of mind while you’re out on the road. If you get a flat tire or if you have questions about your RV, someone is always there to help you.

If you think you're ready to take the vacation of a lifetime and spend quality time reconnecting with your family, all while having the freedom to travel at your own pace, then you need to rent an RV and hit the road!

If you’re thinking about going on a road trip, camping, or renting an RV for a special event, RVshare makes the whole process simple and fun!

Getting behind the wheel of a motorhome is a great way to explore the country while still having all the comforts of home. RVing lets you get up close and personal with nature, and allows you to spend the night under the stars, wherever your destination may be.

We make RV travel easy by connecting you to owners in your local area, or at your destination. We offer the largest selection of trusted RV rentals in the country. You can search through thousands of options including Luxury Class A Diesel Pushers, Class B Camper Vans, Class C Motorhomes, and Travel Trailers. You can filter your search and compare RV rental prices, features, reviews and more.

Book your RV rental online with confidence through the secure RVshare payment system. We verify accounts and perform fraud checks to help keep your transactions safe. Plus, RVshare offers industry-first rental insurance and 24-hour roadside assistance! This provides peace of mind while you’re out on the road. If you get a flat tire or if you have questions about your RV, someone is always there to help you.

If you think you're ready to take the vacation of a lifetime and spend quality time reconnecting with your family, all while having the freedom to travel at your own pace, then you need to rent an RV and hit the road!

Mountain & E-bike rentals.

Rockhopper by Specialized 29'' Wheels. Various kid size bikes available. Helmets included with every rental

If you’re thinking about going on a road trip, camping, or renting an RV for a special event, RVshare makes the whole process simple and fun!

Getting behind the wheel of a motorhome is a great way to explore the country while still having all the comforts of home. RVing lets you get up close and personal with nature, and allows you to spend the night under the stars, wherever your destination may be.

We make RV travel easy by connecting you to owners in your local area, or at your destination. We offer the largest selection of trusted RV rentals in the country. You can search through thousands of options including Luxury Class A Diesel Pushers, Class B Camper Vans, Class C Motorhomes, and Travel Trailers. You can filter your search and compare RV rental prices, features, reviews and more.

Book your RV rental online with confidence through the secure RVshare payment system. We verify accounts and perform fraud checks to help keep your transactions safe. Plus, RVshare offers industry-first rental insurance and 24-hour roadside assistance! This provides peace of mind while you’re out on the road. If you get a flat tire or if you have questions about your RV, someone is always there to help you.

If you think you're ready to take the vacation of a lifetime and spend quality time reconnecting with your family, all while having the freedom to travel at your own pace, then you need to rent an RV and hit the road!

Get more out of your day (or half day) be it walking or a local tour, by ‘going guided’. One of our team will join you as you go, which means you won’t have to worry about map reading or finding your way to the amazing sites in the area.

With an expert VIP Wales guide to lead the way you’ll discover some of Pembrokeshire’s best-kept secrets – whether that’s the hidden beach, quirky pub, perfect picnic location, 6,000 year old monuments, brewery tours, Iron Age Forts or the perfect place to view your breath taking sunset.

Our guides are locals and fully-qualified Mountain Training Lowland Leaders.

All tours start at your hotel or port of arrival (Fishguard, Goodwick or Milford Haven) and include everything required for a day of exploring.

If you’re thinking about going on a road trip, camping, or renting an RV for a special event, RVshare makes the whole process simple and fun!

Getting behind the wheel of a motorhome is a great way to explore the country while still having all the comforts of home. RVing lets you get up close and personal with nature, and allows you to spend the night under the stars, wherever your destination may be.

We make RV travel easy by connecting you to owners in your local area, or at your destination. We offer the largest selection of trusted RV rentals in the country. You can search through thousands of options including Luxury Class A Diesel Pushers, Class B Camper Vans, Class C Motorhomes, and Travel Trailers. You can filter your search and compare RV rental prices, features, reviews and more.

Book your RV rental online with confidence through the secure RVshare payment system. We verify accounts and perform fraud checks to help keep your transactions safe. Plus, RVshare offers industry-first rental insurance and 24-hour roadside assistance! This provides peace of mind while you’re out on the road. If you get a flat tire or if you have questions about your RV, someone is always there to help you.

If you think you're ready to take the vacation of a lifetime and spend quality time reconnecting with your family, all while having the freedom to travel at your own pace, then you need to rent an RV and hit the road!

Our most popular Full Day Tour. Experience ancient and enormous Sequoia sempervirens, uncrowded beaches, and other treasures of the Redwood Coast. This is a great adventure to get a true sense of the beauty that makes up the North Coast of California. On this adventure, we combine a mixture of old growth forest with stunning coastal zones. Where we visit strongly depends on the desires and interests of each group, our experienced Naturalists adjust the routes group to group for the right adventure experiences!

All our tours can be completely customized to meet your interests and abilities, let us do the planning for you! Tours can be either half-day (3 hours) or full-day (6.5 hours). Private Tours available.

To get the most of this experience, consider a Full Day Tour! Though this is an option for Half Day Tours as well, we can have many more options and flexibility with our destinations on the Full Day experience!

If you’re thinking about going on a road trip, camping, or renting an RV for a special event, RVshare makes the whole process simple and fun!

Getting behind the wheel of a motorhome is a great way to explore the country while still having all the comforts of home. RVing lets you get up close and personal with nature, and allows you to spend the night under the stars, wherever your destination may be.

We make RV travel easy by connecting you to owners in your local area, or at your destination. We offer the largest selection of trusted RV rentals in the country. You can search through thousands of options including Luxury Class A Diesel Pushers, Class B Camper Vans, Class C Motorhomes, and Travel Trailers. You can filter your search and compare RV rental prices, features, reviews and more.

Book your RV rental online with confidence through the secure RVshare payment system. We verify accounts and perform fraud checks to help keep your transactions safe. Plus, RVshare offers industry-first rental insurance and 24-hour roadside assistance! This provides peace of mind while you’re out on the road. If you get a flat tire or if you have questions about your RV, someone is always there to help you.

If you think you're ready to take the vacation of a lifetime and spend quality time reconnecting with your family, all while having the freedom to travel at your own pace, then you need to rent an RV and hit the road!

A "Straight-to-the-points" experience focusing on Bryce Canyon's must-see sections, at your pace. With or without hiking, you'll also learn all about Bryce, in just 3 hours.

Our Great Ocean Road Sunset Tour is your opportunity to enjoy one of Australia’s most spectacular views at the perfect time of day. The scenic journey in our bus along the Great Ocean Road is a highlight in itself and the perfect prelude to the main event. Idyllic coastal scenery, mysterious local history, and world-famous sights, the essential ingredients for an unforgettable Great Ocean Road one day trip.

Helmet provided, Rental Included, Lunch Included

This is a truly special experience, descending multiple steps of plateaus; Starting from the top of Bryce Canyon, we'll hike down one of the best trails in the park, but not back up. Instead we actually exit Bryce through a near hidden trail, where our bikes await. From here its a nearly all downhill track across the grey cliffs of the Cretaceous Formation, where our shuttle awaits at the bottom to take us back.

Really experience Bryce Canyon with this in-depth tour, from the bottom to the top. Combine multiple trails, or spend your time along the rim while learning about the flora, fauna, geology, and history of Bryce Canyon National Park.

While the Yarra Valley is a world-renowned wine growing region, wine is only half the story of this gourmet wonderland and our tour provides a fine blend of the very best of the region’s wines and other gourmet produce. Sample expertly made cheeses, chocolates, wines, and more on this Yarra Valley day tour in foodie heaven!

Located in Utah, Goblin State Valley Park gets its name from the whimsical geological formations, referred to as “hoodoos” or “goblins” that have been carved by wind, water and time. Wander through the thousands of captivating and otherworldly hoodoos on your way to the Goblin’s Lair. Learn proper rappelling technique before you experience the thrill of rappelling 90-feet into the cavernous Goblin’s Lair. This trip is truly unique and suitable for families.

This is the best place to see wildlife, not only in Yellowstone National Park, but also in North America. Join us for a safari through the Serengeti of North America. Your expert guide will keep you safe, provide a picnic lunch, and answer whatever questions may arise in this living museum. Walk amongst the bison and pronghorn while listening to the river flow by.

A weekend of easy-going, family-friendly mountain biking in the beautiful Cairngorms National Park. Two days of cycling, setting off from the front door of Fraoch Lodge to enjoy some of the most stunning scenery the Highlands have to offer. Using the local Steam Railway at the start or the end of the day, these two easy days of biking explore our wonderful native Caledonian pine woods, beautiful lochs and open heather clad heath-land, all with the backdrop of the high Cairngorms.

Distance: 6 miles (9.6km) as a round trip

Elevation gain: 1400 feet (426.7m)

Duration: 3-6 hours

Ages: 12+

A true Yellowstone treasure, the Mount Washburn Trail is not only riddled with history along the path to its 10,243 foot (3,122m) summit, it also bears some of Yellowstone’s most awe inspiring scenery. With its 360 degree views, it is referred to as “the best seat in the house” which makes it possible to see the geographical boundaries of Yellowstone in every direction.

Distance: 10.2 mile (16.4km) as a round trip

Elevation gain: 2,000 feet (609.6m)

Duration: 6-8 hours

Ages: 12+

Sepulcher Mountain is one of two prominent peaks towering over the town of Gardiner Montana at the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park. Named for its tombstone-esque (or sepulcher) hoodoos on its northwestern false summit, this 9600 foot (2926m) peak calls out to the adventurous spirit of any hiker. This 10.2 mile (16.4km) out and back hike will test any seasoned hiker. With an elevation gain of over 2,000 feet (609.6m) to the summit, you’ll finish this hike knowing that you’ve been on a rigorous outing.

Duration: 10-12 hours

On this tour, you will have an opportunity to see what many would describe as the crown jewels of Yellowstone National Park. The Lower Loop tour brings you to many of the park's most iconic thermal features, such as Grand Prismatic Spring and Old Faithful. Wildlife viewing is always a possibility as well.

The Arches & Canyonlands package combines two National Park 4X4 tours into one day. This combo includes the Shafer Trail, Tower Arch, and a delicious picnic lunch.

It begins high atop the Island in the Sky mesa and descends via the steep switchbacks of the Shafer Trail. We travel a portion of the White Rim for incredible views of the Colorado River corridor below. We stop to take in the sights, but there is little hiking.

The ancient culture of the Ancestral Puebloeans left evidence of their lives in the canyons. We make stops to investigate their mysterious and beautiful rock art before entering Arches National Park.

Tower Arch Arches National ParkOur professional guides add even more color to the iconic landforms and arches as we make our way to the Devils Garden for lunch.

After lunch, we start the backcountry Arches 4x4 tour near Doc Williams point. The trail climbs a steep, but short rock wall, cuts across a valley and meanders through sandstone fins and dunes. En-route we pass the Marching Men, Tower Arch, and the Eye of the Whale. We exit via an old cowboy trail and see Dinosaur tracks on our way back to Moab.

This 4X4 tour gets you into the area's top two attractions: Arches & Canyonlands National Park. These stunning parks are known for their impressive wild open spaces with the most awesome scenery in America.

Drakesbad Guest Ranch is a secluded getaway lodge at the southeast end of Lassen Volcanic National Park, featuring 19 traditional lodge and bungalow units. Guests of Drakesbad spend their days hiking, horseback riding, swimming, fishing, or just relaxing.

Deliciously fresh and nutritious home-cooked meals are prepared by the Ranch Chef and are an integral part of the Drakesbad experience. All meals are open to the public and are by reservation only.

The scenic Warner Valley is a perfect backdrop for the traditional lodge rooms and cabins, and the award-winning service provided by the dedicated Ranch Hosts and staff is unmatched.

Rustic accommodations are surrounded by a variety of relaxing activities, including:

• Swimming Pool, naturally heated by the local hot springs
• Guided Horseback Rides
• Fishing
• Access to some of Lassen’s best hiking trails

See Yellowstone’s most famous and iconic sites including: Old Faithful Geyser, Yellowstone Falls, Grand Prismatic Spring, several erupting geysers, many colorful hot springs, bubbling mudpots, up-close wildlife sightings, a walk through the historic Old Faithful Inn, breathtaking views of Yellowstone Lake, and hikes within the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone! This tour is good for those who want a general tour of all aspects of Yellowstone National Park. On this tour, aside from stopping at all the major sites, we will take a series of small walks or hikes throughout the day, and we will stop for animal sightings where we will pull out high end spotting scopes and binoculars! We will also stop for a scenic picnic style lunch from a local deli at one of our many secret lunch spots!

Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime! Developed over thousands of years by wind and water, canyons provide an endless playground to explore. These natural obstacle courses provide plenty of unique and fun challenges to overcome which may include hiking, scrambling, rappelling, down-climbing and wading. Canyoneering may sound intimidating but with the support and guidance of a professional guide, canyoneering is a family-friendly adventure.

Hit major Yellowstone highlights like Old Faithful, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, major thermal areas, Hayden Valley, and Yellowstone Lake. But also get off the beaten path for rare gems and wonders seen by relatively few visitors. We also include several short walks that put you face to face with nature. Guides ensure you see and learn about the park’s flora and fauna, geology, history, and much more. Enjoy a picnic lunch and safari-style dinner with your tour.

Experience all the highlights of the spectacular Great Ocean Road and Grampians regions in this action-packed overnight tour. Visit sights like the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, as well as exploring the trails and impressive views of Grampians National Park. See the variety of geographical formations and wildlife in Victoria.

Our Llŷn Short Break begins in the charming seaside town of Aberdaron before following the coastal path past the impressive stretch of sand known as ‘Hells Mouth’ and entering the hamlet of Llanengan, home to the oldest church on the Llŷn. Continue to the popular coastal town of Abersoch where you spend the next two nights. You take in stunning headland and also have the opportunity to explore the charming village of Llanbedrog with its colourful beach huts. Add extra nights to summit Mount Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales – well worth the effort!

Custom routes and shorter itineraries available

Taking in much of the county’s best countryside, the Shropshire Way is a long-distance route covering some 200 miles. The route explores the north and south of the county, centring on Shrewsbury. Our trek features the southern route, which follows much of the original Shropshire Way conceived by the Ramblers Association in the 1980s. Discover some of England’s best kept secrets as you wander through the unique landscape of the Shropshire Hills. Cross the rocky crags of the Stiperstones to the summit of the Clee Hills and Wenlock Edge before reaching the magnificent Ironbridge Gorge. Our route features the charming towns and villages of Church Stretton, Bishop’s Castle, Clun, Ludlow, Much Wenlock and Ironbridge. From ancient hill forts to unique geological features and spectacular views, walking the Shropshire Way allows you to discover far more of this spectacular county.

Choose from either small group (max 14 people), private escorted tour, or self-drive with guided excursions at each location.

This three-day trip is for anyone looking to see the greatest parts of the Southwest on a tight schedule. Start the tour off on day one with Zion national park and end with an exploration of the magnificent hoodoos in Bryce Canyon national park. This tour gets better and better as you get deeper into the real Wild Wild West. Tour Antelope Canyon, overnight in Monument Valley and gaze into the mysterious depths of the Grand Canyon before heading back to the entertainment capital of the world – Las Vegas!

Custom routes and shorter itineraries available

The 73-mile Cumbria Way winds its way through the heart of the Lake District, from Ulverston in the south to Carlisle in the north. This largely low-level route passes through the scenic valleys of Langdale and Borrowdale and alongside the shores of Coniston and Derwentwater with striking views of the surrounding fells. Our trek has been selected to showcase the very best of this magnificent landscape, with rest days in Coniston and Great Langdale giving you more time to explore the awe-inspiring scenery.

On this Westwater Canyon Utah rafting and multi-sport trip, you'll experience different adventures every day with all the comforts of home each night. Discover the excitement of Colorado River rafting through legendary Westwater Canyon, named "The West's Best Short Whitewater Trip" by National Geographic. Explore Moab's breathtaking back country on an exhilarating Hummer® Safari. Enjoy an optional horseback ride in Utah's famous Castle Valley where you'll recognize scenes from countless movies and commercials. Every night you'll stay in the luxurious comfort of Red Cliffs Lodge located on the banks of the Colorado River. Surrounded by two of America's most astounding national parks and combined with endless opportunities for world-class fun, Moab, Utah is the ideal departure city for our Westwater Canyon Multi-Sport Adventure.

NOTE: If you are interested in just the 1 Day Westwater Canyon rafting trip, without the multi-sport package, you may make reservations with Western's Moab Adventure Center. There are a number of day adventures and activities to add on to your vacation.

Return to nature hiking through the Cotswolds on this self-guided walking holiday, enjoying the freedoms of walking at your own pace, in your own time. Immerse yourself in the history and heritage of England and rediscover the English countryside by walking on your own, as a couple or bringing friends and family to walk with you.

No Hassle Self-Guided Walking Tours

We take all the hassle out of walking by including all luggage transfers, organising and booking all accommodation, providing maps, GPS instructions, and recommending incredible iconic manors, estates, gardens, ancient sites and more to visit along the way. Walk through the Cotswolds along canals, rivers and meadows into our incredible towns and cities.

On our self-guide Cornwall walking tour, discover the UK’s longest and best loved National Trail. Explore the Cornish highlights of our incredible 630 miles of unbroken South West Coast Footpath, along beaches, over cliffs, crossing to incredible islands and staying in gorgeous seaside towns and villages. Be enchanted by the stories and history revealed within some of the finest coastal landscapes and views in the world, from smugglers coves and 19th century coast guard patrol routes, to Poldark tin mines and the pirates of Penzance.

No Hassle Self-Guided Walking Tours

We take all the hassle out of walking in Cornwall by including all luggage transfers, booking and organising all accommodation, maps, GPS instructions plus access to incredible iconic castles, islands, cliffs, beaches and ancient sites along the way. Rediscover the English coast by walking on your own, as a couple or bringing a group of friends to walk with you and return to nature.

Choose from either small group (max 14 people), private escorted tour, or self-drive with guided excursions at each location.

Take a journey through the best of the American Southwest. Starting in Las Vegas you'll have an overnight adventure in iconic Monument Valley, experience the real Wild Wild West, immerse yourself in the amazing Utah landscapes of Zion, Bryce, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Take a tour of Antelope Canyon and stare into the mysterious depths of the Grand Canyon before heading back to Vegas.

This tour encompasses the whole of the Cotswolds as well as visiting some incredible iconic locations and World Heritage Sites, walking right up to the front steps of the spectacular and historic English locations we go to, including Churchill’s Blenheim Palace, Stonehenge – World Heritage Sites, tour the famous university town of Oxford, and take a walking tour of Bath, the World Heritage City, and its Roman Baths.

Join our small groups and return to nature by hiking through the Cotswolds. Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in the history and heritage of England as you walk through the stunning Cotswolds countryside, led by our outstanding local guides – we know every turn in the track, every café stop, panoramic view, and of course the best pubs in England!

On our guided Devon and Cornwall walking holiday, discover the UK’s longest and best loved National Trail and journey on foot through the stunning Dartmoor National Park. Escape the crowds with us to explore Devon’s moorlands and wild ponies, travelling down into Poldark country, along mineral tramways, into historic ports and coastal villages, and along the South West Coast with its 630 miles of unbroken footpath. Be enchanted by the stories and history revealed within some of the finest landscapes and views in the world.

Flexible Walking Distance Options Each Day

Don’t feel obliged to walk the full distance each day. There are shorter options for guests, with opportunities to spend more time at the iconic sites, gardens, beaches, coves and in the towns for those wishing to walk fewer miles each day.

Our family-friendly journey is the perfect introduction to the scenic southwestern corner of India. From picturesque old hill stations and colonial trading ports to wildlife sanctuaries and pristine beaches, there much to see, appreciate and digest on this varied tour. The tour features backwater cruise on houseboats. The tour begins at Kochi on the Malabar Coast, with its handsome old colonial buildings harking back to the day when this was the hub of India’s lucrative spice. After exploring Cochin we head inland to the green hills for a two-night stay in the lovely old hill station of Munnar. We enjoy a gentle walk through the hills and tea plantations, visiting the picturesque village of Annamudi, before we head across to the city and arrive at thekkady. After seeing the spice plantations around Thekkady, we visit Periyar National Park to watch wildlife including elephants and tigers. We descend to the coast for an enjoyable cruise along the picturesque Kerala backwaters before the tour concludes with some downtime on beautiful beaches of Marari’.

Highlights

• Fort Kochi - an amalgam of Old Portuguese, Dutch and British colonial architecture.
• Munnar - a beautiful hill station high in the Western Ghats.
• Periyar National Park - a sanctuary for exotic wildlife including elephants and tigers.
• Alleppey - a picturesque town of canals, backwaters, lagoons & beaches.
• Mararikulam- A serene and tranquil beach destination.

Your Grand Canyon rafting trip begins in the lower 100 miles of the canyon. Here, the Colorado River's famous rapids, though still exciting, are a bit tamer. The scenery is astounding. Massive sandstone cliffs conjure up imaginary shapes. Hidden waterfalls and pools carve their way down to the river. Wildlife is abundant, with frequent sightings of elusive Blue Heron, soaring hawks and eagles, and majestic Big Horn sheep. At night, the canyon walls unveil a heaven of innumerable stars. To top it off, Western's Grand Canyon 3-day river trip offers easy access from Las Vegas, Nevada. Come join Western River Expeditions on an incredible and unforgettable Grand Canyon rafting journey.

The Mohare Danda trek is a combination of hiking on a less trodden part and a popular trail of the Annapurna range. The first half is a lovely alternate Annapurna trek that is off the beaten path. Compared to the Ghorepani tour, the first part of the trail is relatively new and still unknown to many other trekkers.

It is a great way to promote sustainable eco-tourism in Nepal while supporting local community projects. The community projects are designed to play a vital role in the inhabitants’ lifestyle’s overall upliftment.

This trek is also known as the Eco-Community Lodge trek. It is an excellent choice for those enthusiastic travelers who have a short amount of time. It is a perfect combination of experiencing the absolute cultural and natural beauties of Nepal. You get to admire the close views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges from Mohare Danda, which is at an elevation of 3,300m.

An added advantage of this trek is that you can enjoy the sunrise and sunset views over the glittering mountains right with the comfort of the lodge’s dining room.

Want to see wild animals in Melbourne? Join an experienced Wildlife Guide to find wild Koalas, Kangaroos, Echidnas and birds in their natural habitats on this 3 day Great Ocean Road wildlife tour. Take time to enjoy the scenery and country hospitality. Stay at 4.5 star boutique accommodation in idyllic locations.

Walk along the beach and feel the waves of the mighty Southern Ocean. Photograph wallabies and wildflowers in species-rich heathlands – the Great Ocean Road wildlife tour is perfect for photographers.

Let yourself be driven along a hidden river as it opens up into a wonderland of lakes and wetlands, home to egrets and eagles, lizards and lorikeets. View the plains from the top of an extinct volcano.

With 20 years of experience in this region, Echidna Walkabout’s top wildlife guides can show you the highlights and the hidden secrets of this magnificent Great Ocean Road area.

Each camping ride is unique and we seldom cover the same backcountry trail or use the same camp site more than once or twice a season. These are base-camp rides supplied by 4X4 vehicles. The backcountry featured on our Utah horseback camping rides access areas too remote for inn lodging. Camp location is generally situated at a higher elevation in mid-summer and a lower elevation in spring and fall seasons. Areas explored: Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, San Rafael Swell Wilderness, or Utah’s High Plateaus.

Before you begin your three day rafting tour in the Grand Canyon, enjoy an overnight stay at Bar 10 Ranch on the rim of Grand Canyon complete with horseback riding, meals, and cowboy entertainment. After your ranch stay, you'll experience a spectacular helicopter ride down to the Colorado River. On this section of the Grand Canyon, the Colorado River's famous whitewater, though still exciting, is a bit tamer and the scenery is astounding. Massive sandstone cliffs tower in every direction. Hidden waterfalls and pools carve their way down to the river. Wildlife is abundant, with frequent sightings of elusive Blue Heron, soaring hawks, and majestic Big Horn sheep. At night, the walls unveil a heaven of innumerable stars overlooking the Grand Canyon. To top it all off, Western's 4-day Grand Canyon rafting tours feature easy access from Las Vegas, Nevada. Join Western River Expeditions on an incredible and unforgettable Grand Canyon rafting tour.

Help with a wild koala research project on an island refuge, conduct bushfire-recovery wildlife surveys, walk in rainforest listening for lyrebirds, watch sea-eagles soar and Hooded Plovers patter along untouched ocean beaches. Find huge goannas, butterflies and dragonflies, and orchids beside secluded rivers and waterways on a wildlife conservation experience in south-eastern Australia.

Travel with an experienced naturalist Wildlife Guide who will show you where to look for wild wallabies, kangaroos, echidnas, parrots, cockatoos, black swans and many other Australian animals.

Help conserve and protect the wildlife and beautiful places you see on this Australian wildlife safari. Spend a little time on a glorious beach removing fishing nets (ghost nets) to prevent marine entanglements of fish, birds and sea mammals.

Share this remote area with your Wildlife Guide, but very few other people. Each night return to the comforts of an owner-operated lodge.

At the end of the journey all participants will receive a certificate of thanks for helping wildlife conservation, a full species list of everything they’ve seen, and the satisfaction of knowing they have given something back to the environments and animals visited.

Choose from either small group (max 14 people), private escorted tour, or self-drive with guided excursions at each location.

An epic self-drive tour from Las Vegas to San Francisco via the absolute highlights of the American Southwest: Death Valley, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, Arches, Canyonlands, Monument Valley and Horseshoe Bend.

Highlights:

• City Tour of San Francisco
• Tour of Death Valley National Park
• Grand Canyon, Zion, Arches, Canyonlands and Bryce walks and hikes
• Historic Route 66
• Incredible wildlife viewing
• Optional tour to Antelope Canyon
• Grand Canyon sunset and optional helicopter flight

This relaxing journey explores laid-back southern state of Kerala, blessed with enchanting green landscapes of paddy fields, palm trees, golden beaches and forested hills. We experience old trading ports and idyllic backwaters along the coast to wild elephants and hill stations as also a spectacular Hindu temple in Tamil Nadu.

We start our tour in Kochi, the centre of the Indian spice for many centuries, before heading inland to visit the hill station of Munnar - a cool and serene town full of tea and rubber plantations and surrounded by grasslands and verdant forests. Christianity and even Judaism have left their mark on these coastal regions but it is Hinduism that dominates and hence a huge and elaborately decorated temple at Madurai – a treat for the eyes and the soul. High in the Western Ghats, Periyar National Park is home to a huge variety of wildlife where even colourful birds of various species are in abundance. We finish by relaxing on the tropical beaches of Kovalam but not before cruising along the picturesque Kerala backwaters with an overnight stay on a houseboat.

Highlights:

• Fort Kochi - an amalgam of Old Portuguese, British and Dutch architectural treasure.
• Munnar - a cool and picturesque hill station in the Western Ghats.
• Meenakshi Temple - one of the largest temple-complexes in India.
• Thekkady - famous for its spices like black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon and cloves.
• Periyar – for its Wildlife Sanctuary with vast wildlife; particularly elephants.
• Alleppey – for a memorable houseboat cruise through its backwaters.
  

On our inn-to-inn trail rides, we select daily destinations from several dozen available. Our lodging location changes mid-week from Torrey, UT to Boulder, UT as our ride meanders down the Waterpocket Fold towards Lake Powell. Our horseback ride destinations move us from the Capitol Reef National Park area into the Grand Staircase/Escalante Canyons National Monument. During warm weather or fall foliage, excursions to the lakes and alpine meadows of Fishlake or Dixie National Forest become part of our itinerary.

Trails on all of our Utah horseback rides are mostly un-groomed and pioneered by wildlife, Indians, outlaws or herdsmen. Areas explored are selected for their scenic quality, pristine natural condition and remote location. As a general rule, the rides explore higher environs (to 11,500 ft.) during mid-summer and lower elevations (to 3,900 ft.) earlier or later in the season. Life zones visited may range from Alpine to upper-Sonoran depending on ride and time of year.

Return to Nature and the English Countryside on an 11-day, 10-night tour tracing the full length of the rolling Cotswold hills. 102 miles of magical walking from Chipping Campden in the North to Bath in the South, leading you from one breath-taking view to the next, immersing you in the Cotswolds’ iconic history and heritage and championing England in all its glory.

Journey on foot, at your own pace, in your own time. Walk through the Cotswolds along canals, rivers and meadows into our incredible towns and cities with all the logistics taken care of so you can relax and enjoy the journey.

Flexible Walking Distance Options Each Day:

Don’t feel obliged to walk the full distance each day. There are shorter options for guests, with opportunities to spend more time at the iconic sites, castles, manors, gardens and in the towns for those wishing to walk fewer miles each day.

In the grandest canyon of the Colorado River, experience the excitement, serenity, joy and enchanting beauty of the river as it transforms this divine chasm and those who venture down it. Your Grand Canyon rafting vacation covers 188 miles in 6 or 7 days, each day descending deeper into geologic time. The Grand Canyon is ever-changing, with massive walls that step back to expose eons of natural history, at one place dark and narrow, and at another lush with waterfalls thundering hundreds of feet in luminous free fall.

Daily side hikes lead you to sparkling streams, pristine pools, green fern glens, and ancient Anasazi ruins. The astounding scenery through Grand Canyon National Park is enhanced by the thrill of over 60 whitewater rapids where Western's unique J-Rig rafts will give you maximum excitement and comfort.

This is the most famous rafting trip in the world. It is also our most physically demanding and rewarding trip. Spending a week living in the outdoors is a life-changing experience but it requires preparation and physical capability on the part of the participants. Please review this information before booking this trip, or call our helpful staff with any questions you may have.

We run the 7-day trip in April and September when there is shortened daylight to give our guests more time on the river. The 7-day trip in June is for more physically-capable guests who are able to do more extensive hiking and exploring in the canyon with the longer daylight hours.

This brilliant Golden State trip takes you on a loop from San Francisco, to Yosemite, to Carmel, and back up to the City by the Bay. You will definitely leave your heart somewhere—maybe in San Francisco, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, or with a sea otter in Monterey Bay.

Every day is special, whether you’re on your own at Fisherman’s Wharf or on a Big Sur beach, or enjoying guided experiences like biking the Golden Gate Bridge, hiking in Yosemite, peering into tide pools, or going behind-the-scenes at the outstanding Monterey Bay Aquarium.

This is an extremely varied trip that offers everything from fascinating ancient Kathmandu to seeing Nepal’s countryside during the drive to Pokhara and Chitwan and game-watching in Chitwan. However, the highlight is a short trek, with our expert trek leader and porters, visiting some of the most interesting villages in the Annapurna’s foothills surrounded by magnificent mountain views.

We use a series of picturesque luxury lodges that offer a much higher comfort level than is ordinarily available while trekking. Each lodge has twin rooms, attached bathrooms, hot running water, dining rooms, cozy lounges, gardens, and stunning views.

The trekking part is ideal for active persons from a child to someone in their 70s.