How to Have the Perfect Safari in Zimbabwe (Webinar)
This special webinar introduces our Zimbabwe safaris, with Trip Leader Mark “Butch” Butcher as guest presenter. A superb safari guide, Butch holds the highly coveted Zimbabwe guide license and was a...
View ArticleThe Best Places to Experience Fall in Asia
The autumn months bring clear mountain views to Nepal and Bhutan, flamboyant festivals to India, colorful foliage to Japan, and bright blue skies with cooler temperatures to Cambodia and Vietnam....
View Article5 Amazing Experiences in Colombia
When many think of Colombia, they envision sipping fresh coffee on a sunny beach, but this country offers so much more. I recently completed our Colombia Private Journey, a newer addition to our...
View ArticleAbove and Beneath the Water’s Surface: Exploring Raja Ampat
I was told by many people before joining Wilderness Travel’s Snorkeling Raja Ampat trip that it would “ruin” snorkeling for me because the area is renowned for harboring one of the most pristine reef...
View ArticleWildlife Adventure in Svalbard and the Polar Region
Whether you are exploring a polar region for the first time or have already conquered the Antarctic, the archipelago of Svalbard offers untouched Arctic wilderness, unique wildlife, and a fascinating...
View ArticleFollowing the Great Elephant Migration from Botswana to Zimbabwe
For my first trip to Africa, I was thrilled to be able to go on WT’s The Great Elephant Migration, and even better, to do so with my two teenage sons. Having worked closely with WT’s Africa team for...
View ArticleFrom the Mountains to the Sea | Hiking the GR5
Follow the legendary GR5, a long-distance hiking trail, through the eyes of one of our adventurers. In early September, my wife and I completed the Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean hiking trip—our 12th...
View ArticleWhat to Bring on a Trek in Nepal
Your level of preparedness for a trek in Nepal can make or break your adventure. Depending on the length, location, and people you are traveling with, your packing list may vary. Below is our list of...
View ArticleMulti-Adventure Trip in Komodo
Located in Indonesia’s Lesser Sunda Islands, the World Heritage Site of Komodo National Park brims with fascinating life on land and under water. We sent Andrew Coggiola, one of our staff members, on...
View ArticleSketches From Tanzania’s Safari
One of our safari-goers set out to experience Tanzania’s Great Migration and came back with beautiful sketches of the Maasai people and a herd of elephants. Enjoy! Earlier this year my wife and I...
View ArticleHiking Adventure in Kyrgyzstan
From the red rock mountains to the warm culture of its people, Kyrgyzstan is one of the most exciting off-the-beaten-path hiking destinations in the world. Our Trip Leader Hashmat Singh recently came...
View ArticleIncredible Underwater Experiences in the Pacific
As the weather starts to cool down, it’s a great time to think about a snorkeling adventure in the Pacific! In addition to the relaxing tropical breezes and stunning snorkeling, our trips offer...
View ArticleWonderful Wildlife Encounters in the Galápagos
There are some places that stand the test of time and continue to amaze travelers after many years. The fascinating Galápagos Islands is one such place. One of our WT travelers made a return trip to...
View ArticleHiking Through Britain’s Land Lost in Time
One of our staff adventured through Britain’s Jurassic Coast and Channel Islands, weaving together a wonderful journey full of culture and hiking. Take a look at some of her photos below. In the Spring...
View ArticleHiking in Europe Without the Crowds
Europe is a popular destination for all types of travelers, and of course, an adventure is even better when you know how to break away from the herd! Whether it’s a quiet village in the foothills of...
View ArticlePeru: Beyond Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is undoubtedly one of the world’s most mystical sites and the most famous archaeological site in South America. But this highly revered gem is just a pebble in the path of thousands of...
View Article7 Must-Have Items on the Inca Trail
Preparing for the bucket-list hike on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu comes with a lot of planning. We make it easier by securing permits, booking hotels before and after the hike, and making sure you...
View ArticleYoung Wildlife in Africa
Few things bring as much universal joy as the cuteness of baby animals—especially when they are some of the most iconic species in Africa. From the Masai Mara and Serengeti to the sheltered lagoons of...
View ArticleA Cultural Journey Along the Silk Road
The Silk Road’s network of trade routes connecting the east and west was a melting pot of cultures and ideas. One of our adventurers joined our Central Asia Explorer trip, led by our expert Trip...
View ArticleFive Hundred Smiles | Adventures in Indochine
Golden pagodas sparkling in the sun. Colorful lanterns lighting the night. Bas-reliefs carved in the walls of a great sandstone city. In Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia, my husband and I explored ancient...
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