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If you love nature and wildlife, Galápa-go wild! Immerse yourself in Costa Rica, the Galápagos, Tanzania and more on these naturalist-led explorations.

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A narrow street in Ecuador lined with colorful colonial buildings and flower-filled balconies, looking toward the Virgin of El Panecillo statue on a hill.

A Taste of Ecuador: A Journey Through Nature, Culture & Tradition

10 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,649
Ecuador
Volcanoes, cities, local traditions and so much more — sample the rich culture and experience the unforgettable landscapes of Ecuador on this learning adventure!
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Tourists climb the steep stone steps of an ancient Maya ruin in Mexico's Northern Yucatan, featuring detailed stone-carved masks along the side.

The Legacy of the Maya: Archaeology of the Northern Yucatan

12 days
(4.79)
Let's Go!
Starting at
3,449
Mexico
Discover the ancient ruins of the Maya people and learn about the importance of water to their cities and way of life. Meet local archaeologists for a scientific look into Maya culture.
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The Best of the Galápagos and Peru: From Enchanted Islands to Machu Picchu

17 days
(4.99)
Let's Go!
Starting at
8,799
Galápagos Islands/Ecuador/Peru
Small Ship
The Galápagos and Machu Picchu are two of the world's most renowned treasures. Come see for yourself as you take in the unique wildlife and preserved ruins of these two sacred places.
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A photographer uses a digital camera to capture a tiny red and blue poison dart frog on a green leaf in Costa Rica.

Digital Photography in Nature: Capturing the Best of Costa Rica

9 days
(4.91)
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Starting at
2,849
Costa Rica
Photography
Learn to get the most out of your digital camera as you join experts to practice exposure, composition and wildlife and landscape techniques in the colorful landscapes of Costa Rica.
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A group of zebras in the dry Tanzanian savanna, with one zebra displaying a braying expression against a backdrop of distant blue mountains.

Where the Wild Things Are: Tanzania With Your Family

13 days
(5)
On Your Feet
Starting at
6,999
Tanzania
Ages 9 and up
Family Programs
Learn why Tanzania is the best place for animal lovers as you and your family search for big cats on safaris, while also meeting local children to get an inside look into this country.
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A blue-footed booby lifts its bright blue foot while perched on a rock on the shore of the Galápagos Islands.

Survival of the Fittest: Hiking, Biking & Water Sports on the Galápagos Islands

10 days
(5)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
5,249
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
Multi-Sport
Learn the ever-evolving story of the Galápagos Islands as you join local experts to hike, bike, snorkel and swim your way through one of the most unique ecosystems in the world.
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An elevated view of the Panama Canal showing its locks and surrounding lush greenery under a cloudy blue sky.

Grit and Glory: Exposing the Panama Canal

6 days
(4.94)
On Your Feet
Starting at
2,249
Panama
History
Learn the story of the Panama Canal as you journey through this feat of engineering, get close-up views of the new locks and visit historic sites during explorations along the canal!
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Tanzania and the Great East African Migration

13 days
(4.91)
On Your Feet
Starting at
5,999
Tanzania
Animals & Wildlife
Witness one of the world’s most awe-inspiring events as you follow the hoofprints of zebra, wildebeest and other ungulates on their migration from the Serengeti to Maasai Mara Reserve.
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Five women wearing sun hats stand at a wooden railing overlooking a lush green crater in the Galapagos Santa Cruz Highlands.

Natural & Cultural Wonders: A Galápagos Voyage for Women

11 days
New Program
Let's Go!
Starting at
6,799
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
Small Ship
Learn about iconic wildlife, delicate ecosystems and the science-altering legacy of Charles Darwin on a Galápagos voyage just for women.
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Two women smile and wave while exploring a lush tropical trail on an adventurous learning trip in Costa Rica.

An Adventurous Exploration of Costa Rica for Women

9 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
2,649
Costa Rica
Nature & Environment
Experience the spirit of “pura vida” on this women-only learning adventure in Costa Rica, where you’ll hike cloud forests, explore volcanic trails and savor the art of coffee-making.
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A massive volcanic crater in Costa Rica featuring a steaming turquoise lake at its center, surrounded by steep rocky walls and lush green mountains.

Road Scholar in Costa Rica: Choose Your Own Learning Adventure

6 days
(5)
Choose Your Pace
Starting at
1,699
Costa Rica
Birding
Choose your own learning adventure in Costa Rica! Learn at the pace that’s right for you as you explore rainforests, meet the locals and much more.
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High-angle landscape of Cusco, Peru, featuring red-tiled roofs and historic cathedrals nestled in a valley surrounded by sunlit, rolling mountains under a cloudy sky.

Go Solo: Peru’s Sacred Valley, Lima & Machu Picchu

9 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,349
Peru
Nature & Environment
Get an introduction to the sites, cities and people of Peru alongside other solo travelers on this learning adventure that begins in the capital of Lima and ends in Cusco.
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