Looking for some inspiration…? These detailed trip reports and regional guides provide a practical guide to exploring some interesting (and sometimes off-the-beaten-track) hiking, nature and wildlife destinations around the world.
South-west USA road trip (Part 1) – Spectacular desert scenery and national parks
The first half of a 4,600 mile road trip over three weeks through southern USA. This leg starts in LA and goes through California, Arizona, Utah and Nevada to Las Vegas visiting some of the most spectacular national parks in north America.
South-west USA road trip (Part 2) – Coastal scenery and wildlife
The second half of a 4,600 mile road trip over three weeks through southern USA. We travel from Las Vegas through the scorching Death Valley, before passing through Sequoia & Kings Canyon and Yosemite and following the coast south from Monterey to LA.
The Best of Big Bend National Park
A combination of driving and a variety of hiking trails to explore the best parts of Big Bend National Park.
Three Winter Weeks in Japan
A three week trip by public transport through central and southern Honshu, including Tokyo, Kyoto, Hakone, Hiroshima and the Northern Alps.
Two Weeks Around Namibia
A two-week self-driving holiday around Namibia, including Etosha National Park, Sossuvlei, Damaraland and the desolate Skeleton Coast. Namibia combines an abundance of wildlife with beautiful and varied scenery.
Waterfalls, Caves and Aboriginal Rock Art – the best day trips from Cairns
Two day trips to the south and west of Cairns, which visit some of the most spectacular waterfalls and swimming holes, as well as indigenous rock art sites, caves and rock formations.
Wombats and Devils on Maria Island
Maria Island offers a unique combination of abundant wildlife, Australian convict and early industrial history and multi-day bushwalking opportunities. A four-day itinerary takes us to the far southern end of Maria Island as well to the summits of Mt Maria (711m) and Bishop and Clerk (620m), and to the Fossil Cliffs by bike.