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49 Rivers & Seas Budget Wildlife Viewing Trips & Packages trips. Tours from 33 tour companies. 344 reviews.

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Galapagos Birding and Photo Cruise
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Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Explore galapagos islands which are a naturalist’s dream, and millions of photographs have been and fascinating finches endemic to the islands.
  • Visit the charles darwin research center, which has interesting exhibits on galapagos wildlife
  • Visit isabela island, urbina bay and have an opportunity to snorkeling and you can share the reef with galapagos penguins
  • Explore santiago island and visit buccaneer’s cove, which was used as pirate hideout in the 17th and 18th centuries
  • Enjoy while cruising to extraordinary islands and view the sea lions and other kind of wildlife

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Birding, Sailing, Photography, National Parks, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Full disclosure - I did not go on a tour with this group, but had a great experience with their guides that made me feel I ought to write a good review regardless. While at Artemis Station in FNQ I happened upon a Tropical Birding tour group, and while making small talk with the guides idly mentioned it was my first time heading up to the Iron Ranges. Despite not having hired them they proceeded to give me a full in-depth lecture on where to find each specific target species of note, in some cases down to describing the exact place to stand and direction to look, and so far this intel has proved flawless. They clearly know their stuff, so I must highly recommend them."

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Komodo Snorkeling Expedition
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Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Fantastic snorkeling in a remote corner of the world
  • Travel aboard our phinisi (a traditional Indonesian two-masted sailing ship) with comfortable en suite cabins and excellent service
  • A chance to see the famous komodo dragons on Komodo Island
  • Trip Leaders who offer an in-depth look into this area’s unsurpassed marine biodiversity

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, High Adventure, Scuba Diving, Trekking & Expeditions, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Wilderness Travel is the BEST company to choose for the Galapagos Islands! We went as a family of 7 and every expectation was blown out of the water. Their team in the office quickly and thoroughly answered all our questions leading up to the trip (and we had a lot), and once we arrived we felt like we had the islands entirely to ourselves! Obviously, the animals were incredible (I was able to see everything on my "wishlist"), but the trip leader is really who made this a once in a lifetime trip. Fernando was kind, patient, funny, and an encyclopedia of knowledge (of course I've forgotten 90% of what I learned already!) He would give short "presentations" at the end of most days explaining the history of the islands, the geology, evolution, Darwin, and how modern politics affect tourism (for better and worse), which added a whole other dimension to our experience.. The boat crew was also magical. We were welcomed with tea and hot snacks immediately after returning from snorkeling excursions, fresh juice and fruit after walks in the sun, and feasts every night with a shocking amount of variety in meals. We were also traveling with a young child and the staff was extremely helpful (even offered babysitting during dinner) in making our trip as easy as possible. We were on the boat "the Passion" and there was a wonderful outdoor dining table that we ate at almost every meal, giving us nearly 360-degree views of the islands as we sailed to the next destination. It's one of the nicest yachts I've been on -- multiple different areas to lounge, a big screen TV/movie area, spacious bedrooms, and there was even a HOT TUB on the top floor! We would go back again in a heartbeat!"

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Amazon River Cruises
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River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • International Expeditions’ exclusive Amazon River tour covers more than 600 miles on the Amazon and its tributaries.
  • Travel deep into the protected Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
  • Explore three different habitats so you have the best chance of spotting rare wildlife
  • Look for monkeys, birds, sloths and other mammals
  • Spot pink and gray dolphins

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"My wife and I just returned from a wet season trip with International Expeditions (IE) to Lima and the Amazon. It was tremendous: 1. The diversity of wildlife is extreme and up close and personal. 2. The vastness of it all approaches infinity. 3. The staff and guides were top drawer professionals. The IE mother ship (Zafiro) is in great condition and very comfortable, clean and welcoming. The staff is friendly, helpful, supportive, knowledgeable. The naturalists/guides are the best. Experts in the wildlife and flora and good-natured and personable. Yes, it is hot and humid, but very bearable. Yes, there are mosquitoes at night, but again very manageable. (We've all experienced much much worse in the US.) In the wet season (50 feet higher water than in dry season) you don't get to walk as much as you do in dry season because terra firma is so much further into the rain forest than you can reach in a boat. But we did get to visit villages and walk in the rain forest. We swam. We went out every morning and afternoon in the skiffs to explore smaller rivers and lakes. Sloths, monkeys, iguana, boa, anaconda, caiman, tarantula, piranha, frogs, toads, and more bird types than you can count. Wow - What a Show!"

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Custom Designed Trip
Lodging level
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Physical level
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Highlights

  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Denali National Park & Wild Alaska
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Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • The diverse wildlife of Denali National Park
  • Massive Mount McKinley rising out of the taiga
  • Gold rush history in Juneau and Skagway
  • Dramatic glacial scenery at every turn
  • Whale sightings—practically guaranteed
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Themes

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

What travelers are saying

"I made a reservation last Thursday (11/16/2023) for a trip to Iceland from 12/02/2023-12/07/2023 and then I was told that I can’t have my refund back. When I called on last Thursday (11/16/2023) to place my reservation, the agent (Kathy) I talked to stressed about she "cannot" guarantee that I will be able to go on the trip. Before I provided the payment information, I specifically asked if I will be able to get the refund because the trip is coming up so soon. The agent ensured that I will be able to get a full refund back within 60 days if I decided to cancel the trip. I was also told that I am basically on a wait list and someone will contact me once I can go on the trip. No one contacted me about whether the agency was able to process my information at all, so I've been left in the dark about this trip since the beginning. I called the help line this morning (11/20/2023) around 9:00 Eastern Standard Time to cancel my reservation. I was informed by the agent that I will not be able to get my full refund back since it's too close to the trip date. Basically I was told that Kathy gave me the wrong information, so I will have to pay the cancellation fee. The only reason I provided my payment information is because Kathy specifically stated that I will be able to cancel the trip and receive a full refund. I've never been so frustrated with a traveling agency. I made sure to ask this agent regarding the refund policy twice before giving her my payment information, and she still couldn't provide me with the correct information. It's unbelievable that such a big traveling agency cannot uniformly train their employees with the correct set of information."

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Discover South Africa With Victoria Falls
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Enjoy a romantic sunset cruise on the Zambezi River
  • See the stunning Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world
  • Soak up the atmosphere in Cape Town
  • Visit Soweto, a vibrant township that offers a fascinating glimpse into South Africa’s political history
  • Take in a game-drive through the breathtaking Kruger National Park in search of the BIG FIVE

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"BUYER BEWARE!!! This company has a policy that if THEY cancel your trip…THEY get to keep your money and you get a credit the company. They cancelled my first trip..found out the hard way about their policy. Booked a trip…then had left over money so booked another…which they cancelled…again. Surprisingly…this time they offered a refund, but only gave me back the money I had put down…not what was left of “my credit”. So now I am forced to do business with a company I no longer wish to, that picks and chooses when to follow their own policy!! There are plenty of other travel agencies with similar tours…don’t give these guys your hard earned money for them to keep."

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Annapurna Base Camp Trek
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • A trek to Base Camp of mount Annapurna.
  • Cross over high mountain passes.
  • Experience the warmth of the local Nepali culture.
  • Get a spectacular panoramic view of the Annapurna Ranges andDhawalagiri Zone.
  • See many high peaks with height of 8000 meters or more.

Themes

50 Plus, High Adventure, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"My friend and I undertook the Annapurna Base Camp Trek in November, and after much research, we decided to go with We Ramblers because they are a local organization with a dedicated operation staff. The walk was fantastic, thanks to our guide Budha. He is well knowledgeable about the Annapurna Zone and has a lot of experience in this area. I was astounded that someone could recall so many mountain names! Everything was wonderful, starting with the service in Pokhara. The Pokhara hotel was excellent (obviously, in accordance with our trek budget), as was all of the local accommodations (tea houses), and the vehicle service was likewise excellent. The support personnel with us were extremely knowledgeable and always willing to assist. We Ramblers is recommended for any activities you have planned in Nepal. Also, we'll be back for the Manaslu Circuit Trek next year."

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Across the Antarctic Circle
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Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Fly/Sail voyage means only one Drake Passage crossing
  • International scientific stations
  • Antarctic circle crossing celebrations
  • Reach 66° 33’ South or futher!
  • Penguin chicks preparing to fledge
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Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, High Adventure, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"I just returned from Aurora’s NW passage trip from Greenland to Nome Alaska. I wish to warn potential passengers that out of 26 sea days, we had 10 landings, out of which we were free to walk on our own once. The director,Ashley, told passengers on day one that if they disobeyed her, they would be confined to their cabin. When we got to Alaska, Aurora had not hired sufficient personnel with US licenses to allow for any landings. So we were 60 miles out at sea for almost a week and could not even see the shoreline. Much of the controlling behavior of Ashley was in the guise of safety from the polar bears, but her behavior was over the top. Also the head bear rifle guy, Nils, screamed at passengers on shore at the top of his lungs when they were a few feet off a poorly marked trail in a flat landscape with at least a mile visibility in all directions. He also screamed at passengers to rush over uneven ground because of a bear in the distance. This is just plain dangerous for 70 -80 year old passengers. I have traveled extensively, including an Antarctic cruise, and never had such an unpleasant experience. Even considered bailing out from Cambridge Bay partway through the cruise. Customers beware. You have been warned."

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Voyage to the Heart of the Amazon
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River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Explore the Rio Negro upstream
  • Our voyage sails through the most untouched rainforest in all of the Amazon
  • Learn about the plants and animals you see during the day time
  • Enjoy as you sail through three different rain forests: igapó, terre firme,and varzea.
  • See large collections of plants, animals and birds.
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Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"I loved this trip . The Tucano is a great little ship, and if the weather's good you can eat out on the top deck and watch the river and rain forest go by. The guides were terrific -- they knew the area well, and could tell you about the use of medicinal plants or even take you piranha fishing. There were plenty of opportunities to go on shore and occasionally we'd visit an isolated village. My only disappointment was that it's hard to spot wildlife, though we did see some of the famous pink dolphins, heard plenty of howler monkeys, and, at night, spotted some sloths in the tree by spotlight."

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Highlands of Sri Lanka

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Highlands of Sri Lanka walking tour

Two weeks walking tour in Sri Lank. through cultural hotspots, mountain ranges, tea plantations, national parks. An excellent programme for a first discovery of th...

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Aug 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Highlands of Sri Lanka

A wonderful experience in a beautiful country. The welcoming smiles of the Sri Lankan people. Sujee was excellent - caring, helpful and knowledgeable with a passio...

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Aug 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

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A thoroughly enjoyable and well planned trip. Our guide Sujan was great. Hotels of good standard. Good bunch of people. Seeing the devotion of old people climbin...

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