Outdoor Activities

Take off on an ATV adventure through Playa del Carmen's Native Park. Traverse jungle pathways on your own 4WD vehicle, winding through dense rainforest en route to Doña Mary's House where you'll learn about the traditions and lifestyles of some of the area's first inhabitants. Then continue off-road along a pre-Hispanic trade route, passing Maya ruins and encountering a shaman en route to explore a cave. Cool off in a cenote's refreshing waters before returning to your Playa or Riviera Maya lodging.

The incredible Nairobi National Park lies within the capital city's limits and offers travelers easy access to some of Africa's biggest animals. Follow your professional guide on a morning or afternoon tour and opt for a safari walking tour for an up close look at the wildlife of this natural destination. Your tour concludes with lunch at a restaurant that's listed among the top 100 restaurants on earth, before return to your hotel.

Visit the town and temple of Budanilakantha, Nagi Ghompa convent and Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park on a full-day tour from Kathmandu. View the Kathmandu Valley and Himalayan mountains, and look for local wildlife in the national park.

Swap Agra for a peaceful day learning about the local vegetation and wildlife. You'll have the ultimate hassle-free tour with a hotel pickup, drop-off and transfers included. Visit the National Chambal Sanctuary, which is home to alligators, birds, freshwater dolphins, and more. You'll learn fascinating insights from a guide and go on an exciting motorized boat trip. If you build up an appetite, a delicious lunch at an eco-lodge is included.

Explore ancient Inca archaeological sites in the countryside outside Cusco during this 2.5-hour horseback riding adventure. Visit the Inca sites of Chuspiyoc, the Temple of the Moon and X Zone (Lanlacuyoc) during your ride, learning about the history of this once-thriving civilization and soaking up the ancient energy of these mystical structures. Your horseback ride near Cusco also includes a guide, horseback riding gear, muleteer to watch the horses, snacks and water and round-trip transport from your hotel to the ranch where you'll start your ride.

Enjoy a safari within sight of the city skyline on this door-to-door small-group tour that delivers Nairobi's signature wildlife faster than the independent traveler could dream. Start with an early-morning game drive in Nairobi National Park; watch baby elephants being fed at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Centre; shop for souvenirs at Love Birds Gift Shop; and feed a Rothschild's giraffe at the Giraffe Centre. Tour excludes entrance fees.

Ride an ATV, explore tropical rainforest and participate in Maya culture on this unique combination tour. Depart from Cancun for Playa del Carmen's Native's Park, where activities and nature go hand-in-hand. Set out on your 4WD off-road adventure to meet one of the region's first settlers. Then continue on to Media Luna cenote for a traditional Maya ceremony and an underwater swim in a stalagmite- and stalactite-filled cave. Finish your day with a few hours enjoying downtown Playa del Carmen's shops, bars, eateries and attractions before heading back to Cancun.

Hike along some of Sao Miguel's best trails and discover the beauty of the Azores. Walk through lush forests to reach a beautiful waterfall. Admire the picturesque scenery as you enjoy a picnic by the falls and then make your way back through the small village Vila Franca do Campo to get a glimpse of local life.

Hike up Mt. Musala, the highest peak in Bulgaria and the Balkans, on this full-day trek from Bansko. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle to a base hut before taking scenic mountain paths to the top. Enjoy the bird's-eye views over glacial lakes and ridges from here, and savor a picnic lunch before descending. This trip is suitable for reasonably fit walkers with some mountain experience, and includes lunch, return transport, and Bansko hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover the beautiful Nairobi National Park on this half-day tour just outside Kenya's capital. Take a tour through this wildlife sanctuary and see numerous animals such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, the endangered black rhino, and over 400 species of birds in a spacious setting of grass plains. Over 50 species of mammals are on display here including four of the Big Five, except for the great elephants.

Discover free-ranging and rescued wildlife in Nairobi on a tour that includes Nairobi National Park, the elephant orphanage at David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, the Giraffe Centre, and the Karen Blixen Museum. Starting with Nairobi National Park gives you a real safari experience, then you'll learn about conservationists' work to protect local wildlife before making a final stop at Karen Blixen's former home at the base of the Ngong Hills.

Discover Nepal's scenery and culture during a leisurely hiking tour that includes an early morning arrival in Nagarkot for the sunrise. Watch the distant Himalayas catch the morning light, then hike for about four hours to reach Changu Narayan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pass through Brahmin, Tamang and Newari villages along the way, and stop to purchase breakfast and lunch at small restaurants for an authentic local experience. Includes round-trip transport in a private vehicle from Kathmandu.

Visit Lake Nakuru National Park on a full-day tour from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley, and search for the park's iconic rhino herds on morning and afternoon game drives. Since the trip to Lake Nakuru is almost as spectacular as the wildlife itself, it's a great way to experience the landscape of the Great Rift Valley, too, making the most of your limited time to explore.

Observe the 'blue flames' of Ijen Crater during a guided trek on Mt Ijen. Departing from Bali by ferry, this 24-hour excursion brings you to East Java by midnight to start your predawn hike to the summit. Witness this extraordinary natural phenomenon in the darkness and later be treated to superb views inside Ijen Crater. Bring your camera to capture the sight and meet local sulphur miners who toil on the mountain. Numbers are limited to ensure a small-group experience.

Access Christoffel National Park's Orchid Trail, perched at 800 feet (250 meters) above sea level, on this full-day 4x4 safari tour. Riding in an all-terrain vehicle means traveling to areas of the park where most other tours cannot, and getting a rare view of the flora and fauna there. Learn about the island's environment and geology through guided commentary while snapping photos of scenic views.

Discover Curacao's largest National Park and explore historic plantations on a 7-hour Jeep safari into a mountain landscape that shelters cacti, orchids and thriving wildlife. Listen to stories about the island's colonial past and watch for deer as they forage for food in the rugged terrain. Take in sweeping views from the flanks of Christoffel Mountain, search for the park's white-tailed hawks and owls and enjoy the tranquility of this unspoiled Caribbean enclave.

Visit the Mutianyu section of China's Great Wall and walk its ramparts on this 8-hour tour from Beijing. On arrival at this restored stretch of the UNESCO-protected wall, join a guided hike up to and along the battlements, or opt to ride the cable car up and back down (own expense) to explore. Your tour includes a traditional Chinese lunch, entrance fees, plus round-trip coach transport and central Beijing hotel pickup and drop-off.

Spot big game and birdlife at the edge of Nairobi on a half-day Nairobi National Park safari and game drive. Two daily departures, as well as pickup and drop-off at any location in Nairobi, means you can get the full safari experience even if you have limited time in the city, traveling through plains and highland forest that are home to everything from lions to black rhino.

Motor along the coastline of Mykonos and stroll on its golden-sand beaches during this full-day 4x4 tour. Settle behind the wheel and drive in a caravan of all-terrain vehicles led by a professional guide. Swap bustling Mykonos Town for an alternative view of the rugged island and its charming villages. Breathe in postcard-perfect views of sugar cube houses set against the sparkling Aegean Sea, and pause every now and then to hear interesting anecdotes about the island's history, including sights like the Venetian castle of Gizi.

When it comes to your perfect Costa Rican adventure, this tour from Quepos has it all. Drive a 4x4 into the Costa Rican rain forest, ride a horse to a waterfall, walk across a swinging bridge, and swim in natural pools, all on a hassle-free guided excursion. Complete the tour with a fresh lunch at a farm in the countryside before returning to your hotel.