Exodus Adventure Travels announces top wildlife trips

Award-winning small-group tour operator Exodus Adventure Travels has announced its top wildlife trips to book now, including three brand-new adventures. From witnessing elephants roaming the Maasai Mara and spotting iconic giant tortoises in the Galapagos Islands to bear-watching in the Carpathian Mountains, these new tours offer unforgettable wildlife experiences around the world.

“Interest and bookings for wildlife-focused trips have grown significantly over the past year,” said Sasha Andrews, North American Director for Exodus Adventure Travels. “These journeys provide opportunities to see some of the world’s most incredible species up close while also offering education about conservation efforts in place to protect them.”

Below are five standout wildlife experiences from Exodus Adventure Travels:

Kenya – Elephants, Lions & Giraffes

The new Kenya Safari Adventure offers a week-long exploration dedicated to spotting Africa’s most iconic wildlife, from the grassy plains of the Maasai Mara to the Amboseli National Park, known as the home of the African elephant. Multiple game drives provide opportunities to spot lions, elephants, hippos, and giraffes, while specially adapted 4×4 vehicles ensure all passengers have a window seat for optimal viewing. Additional highlights include a boat safari on Lake Naivasha in search of hippos and a cultural visit with the Maasai people. Before heading home, travelers can enjoy a sunset at Hemingway’s Bar at Amboseli Sopa Lodge, originally created by Ernest Hemingway, who spent extended periods in Kenya.

Ecuador – Ocelots, Toucans & Tortoises

The new Highlights of Ecuador & the Galapagos tour offers an unforgettable 15-day journey through some of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. In the Amazon Rainforest, a visit to the amaZOOnico rescue and rehabilitation center – home to monkeys, toucans and ocelots – showcases local conservation efforts. Travelers will hike through Cotopaxi National Park, home to one of the highest and most active volcanoes in the world, and snorkel in the clear waters of Isla Lobos, where sea turtles, sea lions, and whitetip reef sharks can often be found. The tour also includes a stop on Floreana, one of the first inhabited Galapagos Islands, to explore lava caves once used by pirates and see the famous Galapagos giant tortoises.

Romania – Brown Bears, Wolves & Lynx

The new Carpathian Walking & Bears 8-day tour ventures into the wilds of central Romania, home to brown bears, Saxon villages, and the Carpathian Mountains. Transylvania remains one of Europe’s most untouched and ecologically rich regions, supporting the highest concentration of wolves, lynx, and brown bears on the continent. Nearly half of Europe’s brown bear population resides in these mountains, where dense forests have remained largely untouched for centuries. The trip includes scenic hikes through canyons, ancient forests, and traditional villages, as well as visits to the medieval town of Brasov and Bran Castle, famously linked to the Dracula legend.

Indonesia – Manta Rays, Komodo Dragons & Birds of Paradise

The Primates & Dragons of Indonesia tour takes travelers on a 14-day adventure showcasing Indonesia’s remarkable biodiversity. Local experts lead explorations in Gunung Leuser National Park, where orangutans can be observed in their natural habitat. A boat ride to the lesser-visited island of Rinca offers an opportunity to spot Komodo dragons, buffalo, and exotic birds, while a snorkeling excursion reveals vibrant marine life, including clownfish and sea turtles. At Manta Point, giant manta rays with wingspans of up to 13 feet are a common sight. The journey concludes in Ubud, Bali, where travelers can explore cafes, shops, temples, and theaters.

Malaysia – Orangutans, Sun Bears & Pygmy Elephants

The Borneo Wildlife Discoverer tour offers a chance to see some of Southeast Asia’s most extraordinary wildlife. At Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, the world’s largest orangutan rehabilitation center, visitors can watch young orangutans learning to climb before being reintroduced to the wild. The itinerary includes an optional visit to the Sun Bear Conservation Centre, which focuses on the rescue and rehabilitation of these endangered animals. Other highlights include witnessing a spectacular bat exodus from Deer Cave and searching for the rare Asian pygmy elephant in Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary. Accommodations include a stay at the award-winning Borneo Rainforest Lodge, an eco-luxury retreat deep in the jungle.

For travelers seeking immersive hiking, biking, cultural and wildlife experiences around the world, Exodus Adventure Travels offers more than 500 small-group tours to 90 countries, designed for couples, solo adventurers and even private groups.  With a focus on responsible tourism, each trip delivers unparalleled experiences led by expert local guides.

As a certified B Corporation (B Corp), Exodus Adventure Travels is committed to its Thriving Nature, Thriving People strategy, which supports community-driven conservation efforts that deliver lasting, positive impact. A core pillar of this strategy is wildlife protection, championed through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation and global partnerships. Key initiatives include the Free to Roam elephant project in Kenya, tiger habitat conservation in India, coral restoration programs, and whale shark protection efforts in the Maldives – all designed to safeguard biodiversity while empowering the communities that share their land and seas with wildlife.

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