Natural Wonders & Wildlife

It's one thing to learn about eco-systems in a book. It's quite another to see them up close and through the eyes of our guides, who are passionate about sharing their knowledge with travelers, young and old. Ecuador and the Galapagos, Panama, Costa Rica and Tanzania are all home to wildlife like you've never seen before – from 500 pound tortoises to golden maned lions – you and the kids will be awestruck at all you’ll encounter on these Thomson trips.

Alaska
Cruising the Inside Passage

Trip Difficulty

RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 8+
  • Kayak the Inside Passage
  • Look for sea otters and bears
  • Hike through ancient forests
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Baja
Active Family Adventure

Trip Difficulty

RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 6+
  • Swim with sea lions
  • Ride horses along the beach
  • Kayak in the Sea of Cortez
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Costa Rica
Volcanoes & Beaches

Trip Difficulty

RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 6+
  • Explore Arenal Volcano
  • Visit a local school
  • Enjoy the free time at the beach
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Galapagos
Islands & Inca Ruins

Trip Difficulty

RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 6+
  • Spend 3 days in Ecuador's Andean Highlands, rock climbing, hiking, and visiting an indigenous market 
  • Spend quality time with local children and engage in memorable community service
  • Embark on a 4-night cruise in the Galapagos Islands; swim, snorkel and explore in an astoundingly diverse ecosystem
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Panama
A Family Adventure

Trip Difficulty

RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 6+
  • Ride in a dugout canoe to an indigenous village
  • Snorkel the largest coral reef in the Gulf of Panama
  • Enjoy a jungle boat adventure in Panama Canal
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Tanzania
Tanzania Family Safari

Trip Difficulty

RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 6+
  • Look for cheetah and wildebeest in the Serengeti
  • Marvel at the elephants & baobab trees of Tarangire
  • Visit a working coffee estate with a long history
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