National Geographic Expeditions

Highlights

• Ride the aerial tram to the top of Table Mountain, and hike to the tip of the African continent
• Learn to use a traditional bow and arrow with San hunter-gatherers, and try your hand at pottery and mosaic with local artisans
• Go white-water rafting on the Sabie River or take in the stunning views by foot along the Mac-Mac River
• Follow trackers on a wildlife identification adventure, and encounter lions, rhino, giraffes, elephants, and much more in Kruger National Park and Kapama Private Game Reserve.

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• Kayak and explore the wooded islands, white pebble beaches, and lush inlets of Croatia’s stunning coast.
• Climb Vidova Gora, the highest peak of the Adriatic islands, and take in sweeping views of the spectacular Dalmatian coast.
• Swim and snorkel in Korčula’s quiet coves, then visit the island’s walled town, a World Heritage site.
• Walk atop Dubrovnik’s magnificent ramparts and explore Split’s white-stoned Diocletian’s Palace.

Highlights

• Drive your own team of Alaskan huskies on a sledding expedition through the Lapland wilderness.
• Relax in cozy cabins ideally situated for viewing one of nature’s most dazzling displays: the aurora borealis, or northern lights.
• Spend time with Sami herders and try your hand at driving a traditional reindeer sled.
• Stay at the famed Icehotel, with the option of sleeping in one of its sculpted ice rooms.

Highlights

• Kayak, snorkel, and swim at Lighthouse Reef and snorkel the legendary Blue Hole.
• By special arrangement, gain private access to a subterranean Mayan cave and explore its cathedral-like chambers.
• Paddle through the jungle on a Sibun River kayaking excursion and spot tropical birdlife along the way.
• Discover the temples and pyramids of incredible Tikal, an ancient Maya city nestled in the jungles of Guatemala.

Highlights

• Explore the rugged coast of the Kimberley, from Bigge Island and the King George River region and intriguing Gwion Gwion rock art, to the ghostly abandoned settlement of Camden Harbour.
• Don a mask and fins to snorkel or dive the remote and unspoiled coral reefs of Rowley Shoals and the Spice Islands.
• Spot legendary Komodo dragons while hiking with park rangers in Indonesia’s world-renowned Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Immerse yourself in the vivid colors and rhythms of local life during festivities and ceremonies in East Timor and the Indonesian isle of Sumbawa.

Highlights

• --Discover the fascinating wildlife and geology of the Galapagos Islands on a family adventure aboard the National Geographic Endeavour or Islander. --Cruise to pristine islands and walk among colonies of animals and birds unfazed by your presence. --Snorkel amid sea turtles, quirky penguins, and playful sea lions; gaze into the old eyes of a giant sea tortoise; and sit among a colourful band of marine iguanas . --Participate in special kids' activities, such as stargazing, scavenger hunts, drawing and poetry workshops, and knot-tying lessons.

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• Document some of Bhutan's most beautiful and sacred places, from the icy crest of Jhomolhari to the Buddhist sites of Bumthang.
• Take portraits of yak herders and farming families on hikes through Bhutan's stunning valleys.
• Focus on the exquisite details of Buddhist architecture, from medieval dzongs to the intricately painted monasteries that dot the landscape.
• Capture the color and pageantry of local culture on photo shoots with traditional dancers, archery experts, and monks.

Highlights

• Meet with an expert on National Geographic’s Okavango Wilderness Project to learn about ongoing conservation projects in the delta.
• Enjoy dinner at a family homestead in Zimbabwe, and hear from local storytellers in Botswana.
• Go on safari with a researcher from the Cheetah Metapopulation Project, part of National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative.