50 Family last minute vacations found
Altiplano de Granada activity vacation, Spain
Multi-activity cultural holiday in fabulous rural Andalucia
From €207 to €270 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Get to know an undiscovered part of rural Spain this october haf term. Activities, culture, fabulous walks, good food and relaxation all in one. Late availability for October November and a free bottle of local wine for bookings made in september.
Beach vacation in Cirali, Turkey
Boutique beach bungalows with lots of rustic charm
From £320 to £390 7 days per person per week
Accommodation:
This beach holiday in Turkey is open between April to November
£50 off a week's stay for two in Cirali, Antalya this September.
Nepal family vacation, walking in the Annapurnas
Low altitude trek in the Annapurna foothills
From US $1,799US $1,720 to US $1,850 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 9 Dec, 20 Dec
2019: 16 Feb, 23 Mar, 6 Apr, 28 Sep, 8 Dec, 19 Dec
2020: 15 Feb, 21 Mar, 4 Apr, 26 Sep, 6 Dec, 17 Dec
2019: 16 Feb, 23 Mar, 6 Apr, 28 Sep, 8 Dec, 19 Dec
2020: 15 Feb, 21 Mar, 4 Apr, 26 Sep, 6 Dec, 17 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 09 Dec, 20 Dec
Family teenager vacation in Peru
An active itinerary in Peru’s varied terrain
From US $3,005 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 13 Oct, 15 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 13 Oct, 15 Dec
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Thailand family vacation
Express tour of northern Thailand
From US $1,495US $1,271 to US $1,715 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 22 Dec, 23 Dec, 27 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 6 Jan, 6 Apr, 7 Apr, 13 Apr, 29 Jun, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 10 Aug, 11 Aug, 17 Aug, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 20 Oct, 21 Dec, 27 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec, 30 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 6 Jan, 6 Apr, 7 Apr, 13 Apr, 29 Jun, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 10 Aug, 11 Aug, 17 Aug, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 20 Oct, 21 Dec, 27 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec, 30 Dec
Up to US $220 off. Late availability on these dates: 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 22 Dec, 23 Dec, 27 Dec, 29 Dec
Family vacation in Sri Lanka
Experience the culture and wildlife of Sri Lanka
From US $1,605 to US $1,865 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Dec, 25 Dec, 31 Dec
2019: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 31 Mar, 6 Apr, 7 Apr, 13 Apr, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 21 Sep, 22 Sep, 28 Sep, 19 Oct, 21 Dec, 22 Dec, 27 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 3 Jan, 5 Jan, 31 Mar, 6 Apr, 7 Apr, 13 Apr, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 21 Sep, 22 Sep, 28 Sep, 19 Oct, 21 Dec, 22 Dec, 27 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 21 Dec, 25 Dec, 31 Dec
Family vacation in Costa Rica
Easy going experience best suited to curious and active kids
From US $2,835 to US $3,185 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 15 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 21 Sep, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 21 Sep, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 15 Dec
Galapagos family vacation
Follow in the footsteps of Darwin on this family holiday
From US $2,680 to US $2,905 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 17 Nov
2019: 5 Jan, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 21 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 21 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 17 Nov
Discover Egypt tour
Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and Nile river cruise
From US $1,035US $932 to US $1,425 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 15 Dec, 22 Dec
2019: 31 Mar, 6 Apr, 7 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Jun, 13 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2019: 31 Mar, 6 Apr, 7 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Jun, 13 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
Up to US $100 off. Late availability on these dates: 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 15 Dec, 22 Dec
Brown bear tracking in Northern Greece
Track wild bears & explore the wilderness with park rangers
From €550 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 20 Oct
Last-minute offer: €100 off for September and October departures!
Wildlife conservation vacation in South Africa
Assist with conservation & research in Greater Kruger Park
From £995 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2019: 1 Jan, 15 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2020: 1 Jan, 15 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 1 Dec ...
2019: 1 Jan, 15 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2020: 1 Jan, 15 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 1 Dec ...
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in Greater Kruger National Park!
Family culture & adventure vacation to Egypt
An Egyptian adventure the whole family will remember
From £1,199£899 to £1,399 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 24 Nov, 22 Dec, 27 Dec
2019: 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 25 May, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 28 Sep, 19 Oct, 21 Dec
2019: 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 25 May, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 28 Sep, 19 Oct, 21 Dec
Up to £350 off. Late availability on these dates: 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 24 Nov, 22 Dec, 27 Dec
Elephant conservation vacation, Thailand
Care for Asian elephants saved from a life of abuse
From £645 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Trips last for 1-6 weeks and start every week on a Sunday
There are currently still spaces available to join our team in Thailand and care for rescued elephants on a 1-12 week placement.
Cirali beach accommodation, Turkey
Luxurious beach bungalows on Cirali's stunning beach front
From £840 to £960 per cottage per week (sleeps 2)
Accommodation:
This beach accommodation in Turkey is open between April to November
£50 off a week's stay for two in Cirali, Antalya this September.
Helpdesk
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Kenya and Tanzania family safari, small group
Take a walk on the wild side in Kenya and Tanzania
From US $1,895US $1,781 to US $2,095US $1,895 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Sep
2019: 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 5 Oct
2019: 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 5 Oct
Up to US $310 off. Late availability on these dates: 29 Sep
Vietnam family vacation with teenagers
Experience adventure the active way on this family trip
From US $1,280 to US $1,390 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 6 Apr, 8 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 21 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 6 Apr, 8 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 21 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 22 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
Costa Rica family adventure vacation
See all the highlights of Costa Rica
From US $2,120 to US $2,445 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 6 Apr, 6 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 23 Nov, 28 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 6 Apr, 6 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 23 Nov, 28 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 22 Dec
Borneo family vacation to see Orangutans
Come face to face with orangutans
From US $1,630US $1,386 to US $2,285 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 14 Oct, 16 Dec, 27 Dec, 30 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Jun, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 28 Jul, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 10 Aug, 11 Aug, 22 Sep, 28 Sep, 29 Sep, 20 Oct, 22 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Jun, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 28 Jul, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 10 Aug, 11 Aug, 22 Sep, 28 Sep, 29 Sep, 20 Oct, 22 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
Up to US $240 off. Late availability on these dates: 14 Oct, 16 Dec, 27 Dec, 30 Dec
Family adventure vacation in Nepal
An action packed family tour of Nepal
From US $1,745 to US $1,840 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 16 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 14 Apr, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 14 Apr, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 16 Dec
Family tour to Morocco
Live like nomads in Morocco
From US $635US $540 to US $665 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Oct, 23 Dec
Up to US $90 off. Late availability on these dates: 21 Oct, 23 Dec
South African safaris for families with teenagers
Visit the famous Kruger National Park and Zulu villages
From US $1,880US $1,628 to US $2,010 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 14 Oct, 30 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 31 Mar, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 4 Aug, 9 Aug, 11 Aug, 20 Oct, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 31 Mar, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 4 Aug, 9 Aug, 11 Aug, 20 Oct, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
Up to US $280 off. Late availability on these dates: 14 Oct, 30 Dec
Japan family vacation
Throw yourself into the whirl of Japan
From US $4,180US $3,135 to US $4,430 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Oct
2019: 7 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 22 Sep, 29 Sep
2019: 7 Apr, 13 Apr, 14 Apr, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 22 Sep, 29 Sep
Up to US $1040 off. Late availability on these dates: 21 Oct
Family vacation to India, sightseeing and safari
Taj Mahal in Agra to the Palace of the Winds in Jaipur
From US $1,080 to US $1,260 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Oct, 18 Dec, 23 Dec, 25 Dec, 28 Dec, 30 Dec, 31 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 12 Jan, 6 Apr, 14 Apr, 20 Apr, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 21 Sep, 22 Sep, 28 Sep, 20 Oct, 20 Dec, 21 Dec, 22 Dec, 27 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 12 Jan, 6 Apr, 14 Apr, 20 Apr, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 21 Sep, 22 Sep, 28 Sep, 20 Oct, 20 Dec, 21 Dec, 22 Dec, 27 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 21 Oct, 18 Dec, 23 Dec, 25 Dec, 28 Dec, 30 Dec, 31 Dec
Family vacation to China
Great Wall of China and Terracotta Warriors
From US $2,940US $2,205 to US $3,380 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 14 Oct
2019: 6 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Jun, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 10 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug
2019: 6 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 29 Jun, 30 Jun, 6 Jul, 7 Jul, 13 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 10 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug
Up to US $730 off. Late availability on these dates: 14 Oct
Wildlife rescue volunteering in Costa Rica
Assist caring for rescued animals in Costa Rica
From £1,095 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Spaces are still available to volunteer in Costa Rica
Namibia elephant conservation
Help protect and research the desert elephants
From £995 to £3,645 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 29 Oct, 12 Nov, 26 Nov
2019: 6 Jan, 20 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 31 Mar, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 12 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 24 Nov
2019: 6 Jan, 20 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 31 Mar, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 12 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 29 Sep, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 24 Nov
Spaces are still available to volunteer with our elephant conservation team for 2-12 weeks in Namibia
Sicilian volcanoes family adventure tour
Hike on active volcanos, swim in blue waters
From US $1,675 to US $1,985 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Oct
2019: 12 May, 26 May, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 20 Oct
2019: 12 May, 26 May, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 20 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 21 Oct
Andalucia self catering cottage on finca, 2 bedrooms
Two Bed cottage with private pool - 5 minute walk to village
From £595 per cottage per week (sleeps 4)
Accommodation
Late Availability for 2018 and 2019 Early Bird bookings with special promotion ending 31st October 2018. £35 off 7 nights, £100 off 10 nights and a massive £210 off 14 nights
South Africa marine conservation diving vacation
Learn to dive and contribute to research in Sodwana Bay
From £1,195 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2019: 1 Jan, 15 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2020: 1 Jan, 15 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 1 Jul
2019: 1 Jan, 15 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2020: 1 Jan, 15 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 1 May, 15 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 1 Jul
If you're interested in marine conservation, why not volunteer with our team in South Africa! Spaces are currently still available
Elephant conservation vacation, Cambodia
Volunteer with rescued Asian elephants
From £795 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
2019: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct ...
2019: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct ...
Volunteering opportunities are still available in Cambodia!
From
€207
excluding flights
Wonderful, with warm hosts and beautiful surroundings. (more)Clare David
Excellent. As adults we loved the location (so quiet, with such great views) and the hospitality. Our 12 year old son loved (most of) the activities and hanging
around with other kids. And Ilaria and Des and their children held it all together beautifully. (more)Patrick Andrews
Our expectations were high before we arrived, but they were exceeded. A very memorable and enjoyable vacation. (more)Jeremy Anson
From
US $1,720
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The whole adventure was superb and suited our family aged 8 - 69 very well. Walking in the mountains with the entire family group was memorable and those who had not been to Nepal before promise to visit again and again.
Tips?
The trip was perfect and as we were a private group we were able to "tweak" the itinerary to suit us. For example adding in an extra day in Pokhara and then rafting part way down the Lower Seti added a lot to the adventure. The road to Chitwan... (more)Richard Miles
From
£320
per person per week
Great....only wish I'd had more time (more)Helen Tighe
Just generally beautiful scenery, friendly people and good food. Enjoyed visiting the Yanartas. Ten out of ten! We love Cirali beach and Hotel Bellerofon! (more)Kathyrn Davy
Seeing turtles out at sea in the bay, whilst walking the Lycian Way footpath. (more)Diane Blakeley
From
£995
excluding flights
It was great to learn about reserve management at Kruger and I also met
some amazing people. (more)Arjun Dasgupta
Working with people who are dedicated, informed and enthusiastic about conservation in a practical and realistic way. And of course, seeing the wildlife as they are meant to be....This vacation was a life changing experience and will affect what I do next in my career and attitude to conservation.
(more)Louise Sexton
From
€550
excluding flights
Wonderful mountain scenery, enthusiastic guides, delicious Greek food and good mood and lot of fun during the whole trip. A real highlight was to learn about camera traps, to get insight into bear research, radio tracking etc. (more)Henriette Hradocka
Trekking in the mountains with amazing view, excitement of being near the wildlife and the guide who did everything that we had a great time. (more)Emilia Majcher
Walking in the mountains, and seeing tracks of bears and other animals was amazing. Also, staying in the interesting locations of Kastoria and Nestorio. (more)Ian Summers
From
£840
per cottage per week (sleeps 2)
Really excellent...The best thigs were the warm sea. the quiet. the beautiful mountains above the beach. Great food, reading books in the shade. (more)Sarah Gray
The beach, accommodations, food and friendly people were outstanding. (more)Joanne Albright
The absolute peace & tranquillity of the destination was the most memorable part of the vacation..Superb.
(more)Doris Monsell
From
£645
excluding flights
The experience was EXCELLENT! (more)Cordelia Barrera
Wonderful unforgettable experience I feel privileged to have been on. (more)Anne Feltwell
Being with the elephants and their handlers. Having the big bull elephants walk past you, just inches from your face, leaving you to feel completely small and vulnerable as these pre-historic like mammals move by with grace, softness, power and majesty! (more)Georgina Hickman
From
€770
per week (sleeps 6)
Lovely old medieval town, great local food and Villa Nuba is close to town but feels like it is in the country. Villa is well equipped with all necessities including milk & food for a light supper and breakfast when you first arrive. (more)Janet Hawker
Unbelievable - a small paradise. We are very impressed that the owner has
managed to combine luxury accommodation with genuine eco living. (more)Paul Bish
I am delighted to highly recommend Villa Nuba. It really was an amazing vacation. But be prepared....leaving it will break your heart! (more)Heather Reynolds
From
£545
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Going on a horseback safari and getting only six metres from a wild giraffe!! I also loved being so close with the monkeys in the centre
Tips?
You must like dogs as the site is full of them (all friendly of course!!) and not be afraid to get your hands dirty. You will be cleaning up after animals, it's not all
cuddles!!
Local benefits?
It definitely benefited the sanctuary. Whilst I was there, there was only myself as a short term volunteer and four long... (more)Carrie Hogan
From
£900
per week (sleeps 2-4)
Without a doubt - we would recommend this vacation...... it was a perfect relaxing and exciting family vacation! (more)Felicity Mallam
A fantastic family vacation, relaxed and fun. I could not recommend highly enough and hope we get a chance to return in the future. (more)Charlie Leech
The best we've ever been on, the memories will last a life time. (more)Sam Mason
From
£595
per accommodation
Memorable parts?
Experiencing the real and unspoilt Spain, sampling the local food and hiking in delightful countryside. No tourists and the rustic charm of the accommodation.
Tips?
If you want total tranquility, the real Spain with its delicious tapas bars and restaurants and local wine ( all at amazing value!) and totally peaceful accommodation away from it all, but near enough to walk into the village, then this is the place for you.
The walks were very enjoyable taking anything... (more)Ellen Common
From
£895
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Working with experienced people who are always willing to help and teach you
Tips?
To bring many working pieces of clothes and leave at home fashion dresses
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
Great and fulfilling experience
(more)Giorgia Trevisan
From
US $2,205
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I can honestly say that we enjoyed it all. The quality of guiding and activities was good. Our local tour leader did a great job and was responsive to our needs
- the structure and organisation enabled us to pack a lot in to the 14 days. It is really hard to pick favourites but Hong Kong was probably the least favourite
part and we would have preferred more time elsewhere. The cultural/historical visits were enough to inform and illuminate without becoming too lengthy
for... (more)Linda Mail
From
US $1,080
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Taj Mahal, Amber Palace, Ranthambhore National Park.
Tips?
Traveling in August is possible. The Monsoon did not affect us much. There are very few tourists and the countryside is green. Don't count on a good match
with other families.
Local benefits?
To the extent that one bought or consumed local products local people benefited. Our impact on the environment was negative (flights, local travel, bottled water, pools etc).
Overall rating?
The key... (more)Alexander Auboeck
From
£995
excluding flights
Seeing an Eagle ray swim right over us on a night dive, illuminated by our torchlight was the highlight. Staying on the island in the reef is wonderful and makes for very easy access to the dives. Excellent, a really enjoyable vacation with an environmental twist. (more)Tony Elliott
Best bits: Learning to hunt/catch lionfish. The 3 daily dives (more)Barbara Mack
