Watching a pride of lions saunter a few metres away from you, a tiger cross the road in front of your 4X4, or a herd of elephants fill your telephoto lens, is a magical experience. But what are the best…
Once upon a time the word ‘safari’ could only mean an overland trip. Usually in an off-road vehicle in Africa to see wild animals dwelling on terra firma. However, that definition has expanded. The best ocean safaris give you rare…
The Galapagos Islands are a protected reserve known for their diversity of species. Now it would be easy to assume they are off limits to anyone other than bird watchers and naturists. Fortunately, that is not the case, as the…
Some sports take you closer to nature. And the closer you get, the greater your responsibility. Nature as scenery is passive; it’s usually the weather conditions that will pose the real danger. That is until you come face to face…
If you really want to experience the best whale watching adventures on the planet then it’s not just about catching a fleeting glimpse. The most exciting whale trips worldwide offer something a little bit more special. It can be about…
There are few adventures on the planet that can match a luxury whale watching experience. Especially when this combines with a sailing holiday in the Dominican Republic, one of the most beautiful backdrops you could imagine. That’s exactly what is…
Looking to dive down under? Then read this guide to Australian scuba diving holidays to find out what it’s all about. We also include the 21 best dive sites in Australia so you know where to visit on your trip.…
West Indies scuba diving holidays combine idyllic holiday destinations with a stunning underwater world. But with over 7,000 islands in 28 island nations, plus the tip of Florida, some of Mexico, the Central American coastline and the northern coast of South America,…
Madagascar trekking holidays are an extraordinary experience. Many of the plants and animals are completely unique to this 90 million-year-old island, which boasts a magnificently varied and wild landscape that makes Madagascar so special. Introducing trekking in Madagascar The scenery varies from…
Europe kayak holidays are almost as varied as the continent and it’s inhabitants. So we’ve put together 23 of the best European kayaking destinations, to showcase the variety of the paddling adventures you can enjoy in its lakes, rivers and seas. Europe…
Discover a magical world of pristine mountain islands lit by the midnight sun on an incredible Lofoten Islands sailing holiday in Norway. Located inside the Arctic Circle, around 50km off the coast of the mainland, this stunning chain of islands…
British Columbia (known as BC for short) is a huge and stunningly beautiful province situated on the Pacific coast of Canada. It’s home to vast mountain ranges that fall into the ocean, impossibly green forests and a colossal network of…
Part of the thrill of kayaking is that it takes you places you simply can’t get to by any other means. Which means that on many wilderness kayaking holidays you might not see anyone else for days, if at all.…
As any surfer knows, finding a spot that’s not heaving with boarders is getting tougher and tougher these days. Which is why these top 10 surprising surf spots worldwide might just give you a few ideas for getting away from…
For many people, South Africa is a ‘bucket list’ destination. There are a number of reasons why. The incredible coastline, the vibrant people, the unique landscapes and cities all spring to mind. However, for most people it’s the lure of…
Experiencing the thrills of diving is great wherever you do it. Even your first ever dive at the local training pool is exhilarating. But there are some places on the planet that just seem like they were made for diving.…
