1. Namibia Self-drive Family Adventure
This awesome camping adventure to see Namibia’s main highlights starts with sunrise over the world’s largest sand dunes in the Namib Desert, then you go kayaking to see seals or take a dolphin cruise at Walvis Bay before heading to the Skeleton Coast’s noisy seal colonies and lonely shipwrecks. In Damaraland dramatic mountains and complex rock formations reveal many marvellous examples of rupestrian art, while the final highlight is watching Etosha National Park’s prolific wildlife at close hand.
2. Arabian Adventure
Head to the nature reserve of Ajloun, then the city of Jerash - a beautifully preserved ancient colonaded Roman city full of temples and amphitheatres - before travelling to the 'floating' Dead Sea (the lowest point on earth!). Then travel through the centre of the country to explore the incredible lost city of Petra - one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. The trip culminates with a night at a Bedouin-style camp in the Wadi Rum, before finishing with some coral snorkelling on the Red Sea coast - the perfect end to an incredible holiday.
3. Active Croatia
Exploring Croatia's secret places - the ones only local people know about - makes for a perfect active holiday for the whole family. To keep you occupied a great selection of activities are included from your base in the ancient town of Omis - as well as kayaking and white water rafting on the Cetina River, explore by ziplining, canyoning, swimming in natural pools and relaxing on beautiful island beaches. There’s also free time for you to explore the town and nearby UNESCO World Heritage Sites or you could choose to simply relax by the beach.
4. Northern Lights Adventure
On this Finland adventure you’ll experience a winter wonderland and see snow like you’ve never seen before! Staying in a warm and comfortable house with a sauna, you are accompanied each day by wilderness guides who teach you whatever skills you need. Activities in the icy landscape of vast forests and frozen lakes include snowshoeing, dog-sledding, cross country skiing and learning winter survival skills such as making a fire, building an igloo and ice-fishing. And if you’re lucky you may even see the Aurora Borealis...
5. Active Costa Rica
Costa Rica, with its rainforests, volcanoes, two coastlines and abundant wildlife is a place of extraordinary natural beauty - a paradise for lovers of nature as well as adventure. This action-packed holiday is the ultimate trip for active families! Starting from San Jose, you explore the cloudforest before heading to Tortuguero to hike and kayak its waterways in search of wildlife. In Sarapiquí, famed for adventure activities, you zipline through the forest canopy, cycle in the shadow of Volcan Arenal and hike to the Rio Celeste waterfall.
6. Ceylon Discovery
The island of Sri Lanka is full of contrasts - from its lush jungle and dazzling beaches to its cool highlands and tea plantations - which this active holiday explores to the full. Learn all about Buddhism as you marvel at murals inside a cave temple or see a gold-covered reclining Buddha. Cycle on backroads to meet local people and learn how to cook a local dish or dance a traditional dance. Delve into the natural world on a jeep safari in Uduwalawe National Park and watch elephants in a dedicated sanctuary.
7. Portugal Family Surf School
Why not try something a bit different and treat the family to a fun-filled week in the open air, spending each morning learning to surf at a quiet beach near the family-friendly campsite where you sleep in comfortable tipis? Afternoons are left free so you can practice your new-found skills or alternatively enjoy a variety of fun optional activities such as yoga, sea kayaking, beach volleyball or mountain biking or venture further afield to explore the historic city of Porto.
8. Atlas Mule Train
There’s a whole lot of fun to be had - even for the youngest member of the family - on this week-long trip to Morocco. Marrakech is a maze of markets where you can shop for handmade crafts, practise your bargaining skills, inhale the heady aroma of a myriad of spices, and soak up the culture. In contrast the tranquil Berber villages of the Atlas Mountains are an ideal place to wind down with easy walks while the kids ride a mule, and enjoy relaxed picnic lunches in the clear mountain air.
Why not extend your stay in Marrakech in a luxury riad so you can experience the city’s unique culture to the full, or spend a few days in Essaouira to explore this historic port city? Contact us for further details.
9. Active Gozo
There’s plenty of opportunity to try something new during this holiday on the delightful island of Gozo. Your base is a family-friendly, beachfront hotel in the fishing village of Xlendi, where most activities are on your doorstep. These include a cookery class to prepare a traditional local dish, rock climbing, abseiling, swimming, snorkelling and sea kayaking; there’s even a scuba diving taster session. One day is left free so you can explore the island’s towns, enjoy a coastal walk or join a boat excursion to go snorkelling.
10. Winter Slovakia
Enjoy a week in the Tatra Mountains on the border between Slovakia and Poland - a snowy landscape in a stunning mountain location with a varied programme of fun winter activities. You can try your hand at downhill skiing, snowboarding or sledging, venture deep into the silent pine forests on a wilderness snowshoeing adventure, or go dog-sledding in Velká Fatra National Park. Take a cable car ride to Hrebniko to see ice sculptures created by international artists or relax in the thermal waters of Bukinova spa.
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