Oceans & Rivers | Tours of Exploration
Amazon Cruise on the Tucano
Cruise along the Brazilian Amazon Rainforest onboard the Tucano. Become an Amazon explorer on this expedition venturing far into the Amazon rainforest wilderness. Observe flora and fauna inaccessible to most visitors on this unforgettable Amazon cruise.
Amsterdam to Bruges
Experience the great cities of Holland and western Belgium on this classic barge and bike trip.
Antarctic Peninsula
The Antarctic Peninsula is home to a marvelous mountain chain and numerous off-lying islands. It offers dramatic scenery and the widest variety of wildlife in Antarctica, including whales, penguins, and seals. Experience the humbling effect of ice-bergs on this once-in-a-lifetime Antarctica cruise!
Antarctica Falkland Islands | S. Georgia | Antarctic Peninsula
This Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island, and Antarctica cruise is a wildlife lover's dream. Explore one of the last untamed areas on Earth – a land of ruggedly beautiful landscapes and amazingly varied wildlife, including penguins, albatross, elephant seals, and much more!
Arctic Circle: Herschel Island
An explorer's and photographer's dream - our Herschel Island tours in the Arctic Circle of Canada will leave you astounded. Incredible wildlife and birding opportunities, scenic, stretching landscapes, and rich cultural heritage and ways of knowing await you.
Argentina to Chile: The Southern Route
Experience the extraordinary landscapes and unusual floral and fauna of the region -- by land and by sea. This 18-day nature adventure consists of treks at Tierra del Fuego National Park, Perito Moreno Glacier, and Lago del Desierto. Included is a 5 day cruise through Patagonia's coastline with daily land excursions.
Belize Reefs and Rain-forest
For an active excursion in Belize, look no further than our Reefs & Rainforest tour. Choose your favourite of the rain-forest jungle lodges in Southern, Central, Northern or Western Belize, and explore Belize's barrier reef and incredible nature reserves no matter where you choose.
Belize: Reefs in the Southern Cayes
Experience Caribbean scuba on our diving tour in Belize. See Glover's Reef, the Blue Hole, the Grand Channel, and more. Be mesmerized by the vast underwater nature Belize has to offer. All diving levels welcome - expert divers will get a great kick out of these bucket list dives!
Amazon EcoBoat is an extraordinary nautical experience, where elegance and comfort bring intimacy in total respect of the ecosystem. Encounter the region's incredible flora and fauna aboard the environmentally friendly yet elegant cruise. Amazon EcoBoat is the best way to experience Brazil's mythical Amazon.
Brasil Pantanal
Tour Brazil's Pantanal. The Pantanal’s open wetlands, savannahs, and sparse forests provide excellent opportunities to view rare birds, giant river otters, anacondas, iguanas, jaguars, cougars, crocodiles, and anteaters. Visit the natural and archeological wonders of the stunning Chapada dos Guimaraes national park.
British Columbia Great Bear Rainforest Cruise
An opportunity to interact with a Spirit bear (aka. a Kermode spirit) presents itself on our Great Bear Rainforest Tours. Bald eagles, wolves, whales, and birdlife also await as you cruise through the Pacific Northwest channels, for a wildlife experience like no other!
British Columbia Johnstone Strait Sea Kayaking
It doesn't get much better than the Johnstone Strait waterways when it comes to kayaking on Vancouver Island. This active multi-day adventure gives you the opportunity to whale-watch and wildlife-watch at a very close range - all experience levels welcome!
Sea Kayaking Broken Islands and Pacific Rim National Park
Join our multi-day Vancouver Island Kayaking excursions through the Broken Islands, an active experience that can't be missed. Beachcomb, see seals and sea lions, and spot over 200 species of birds during your aquatic adventure. Suitable for novice or experienced paddlers.
China Yangtze River Cruise
Travel at a serene pace through China and cruise the Yangtze River. Beginning in Chongqing, travel on a five-star riverboat through the Three Gorges, with opportunities for shore excursions including the Ghost City of Fengdu and the Dam project site, before disembarking at Yichang wharf.
Churchill Birds of the Sub-Arctic
For birding tours in Churchill, Manitoba, look no further than Tours of Exploration's customized tours. Unique and rare birding opportunities await you in the chilly tundra of northern Manitoba, and it is our passion to help you experience and photograph them.
Classical China and Yangtze River Cruise
Enjoy a Yangtze River Cruise - a unique way to traverse China. Beginning in Beijing, experience the Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, and sample each region’s architecture, art and cuisine. Explore Shanghai's skyscrapers and colonial-style architecture. Reach serenity alongside the Li River in the city of Guilin.
Costa Rica Tropical Forests & Coasts
Experience the best of Costa Rica, where we lead you through tropical rainforest tours, active volcanoes, and cloud forests for sights and biodiversity you won't experience anywhere else in the world. Banana plantations, monkeys, and plenty of "pura vida" attitudes are just a few things you will encounter with us!
Ecuador Amazon Cruises
This rainforest cruise explores its native communities, natural reserves, and wonderful birding opportunities aboard The Anakonda and the Manatee Amazon Explorer boats. Cruise and explore the Amazon river and see parrots, black caiman, pigmy monkeys, and more, during our customizable and highly interactive tour.
Great Bear Rainforest Cruise (Maple Leaf)
Board the famous Maple Leaf schooner to discover grizzlie bears and Kermode bears, or Spirit bears, in our second Great Bear Rainforest Tour. This itinerary includes a visit to the First Nations village of Klemtu, to experience their culture, architecture, and artistry.