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Tourism can play a huge role in damaging or supporting the planet's wildlife and its habitats. At Discovery Tours we aim for the latter with small group sizes, sensitively designed tours and making a contribution to local initiatives.

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New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Expedition

Unique ecosystems in the land of the lemur: Madagascar

Discover Madagascar's stunning lemur-packed forests, stunning geology and colourful flora and fauna.

3 September 2025

16 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Tour

Tiger conservation and astronomy safari: India

Immerse yourself in jungle life in the search for the Bengal tiger and spend time exploring the night skies in India's first Dark Sky Park, Pench National Park. 

12 January 2026

11 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Tour

Geology, conservation and culture: Vietnam

Discover a different side of Vietnam in this wide-ranging tour that covers geology, stunning landscapes, animal conservation, culture and history.

Experience tropical jungles, limestone caves, blissful villages and amazing feats of underground engineering. 

August 2026

13 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Cruise

Marine conservation cruise exploring Darwin’s Galapagos

Tour the Galapagos Islands by boat as Charles Darwin did, taking an exclusive yacht to look for famous, long-lived giant tortoises and marine iguanas.

14 and 28 July 2025

8 days

Sperm whale fluke, near Azores

Tour

Whale watching and marine ecosystems in the Azores Islands: Portugal

Explore the delights of this mid-Atlantic archipelago with marine biologists, study whales and dolphins, and visit basalt vineyards and volcanic lagoons.

13 May 2025

7 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Tour

Tasmania's flora, fauna and geology: Australia

An immersive expedition around Tasmania offering an up close with a diverse range of species on land, in the skies and at sea. Expect to see everything from Tasmanian devils, platypus, little penguins and the eastern quoll along with numerous birds and endemic species.

1 April 2025

12 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Cruise

Alfred Wallace’s expedition: Cruise Indonesia exploring nature and evolution

Explore islands, rainforests and the rare species of the Malay Archipelago on a traditional yet luxurious boat, in the company of nature and history experts.

29 January 2026

13 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Tour

The science of biodiversity: Costa Rica

Experience the extraordinary biodiversity of Costa Rica on an expedition around several verdant ecosystems.

November 2025

13 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Weekender

The science of rewilding: Coombeshead, Devon, England

Immerse yourself in nature deep in the heart of Devon and discover how wildlife is returning to the British countryside.

August 2025

3 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Tour

Wildlife and conservation of Sri Lanka

Embark on an extraordinary expedition in search of leopards, elephants, sloth bears and pangolins as you journey through Sri Lanka's stunning landscapes. 

17 March 2025

12 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Tour

Volcanology, geothermal valleys and astronomy: North Island, New Zealand

Explore the key geological regions of New Zealands North Island, study significant geological, volcanic on an impressive scale. Visit Rangitoto Island volcano, Waitomo caves, the major geothermal areas and the Tongariro National Park.

November 2026

8

Bubble net feeding from zodiac, Alaska

Cruise

The science of glaciers and whales: Alaska’s Inside Passage

Set sail and explore Alaska’s Inside Passage. Cruise around remote islands, witness glaciers calving and discover an abundance of wildlife. Learn about the history, glaciology and geology of this stunning region accompanied by award-winning freelance science journalist, Lesley Evans Ogden.

July 2026

9 days

White-necked jacobin is a large and attractive hummingbird, Ecuador

Tour

In the footsteps of Alexander von Humboldt: Ecuador

Explore Ecuador's stunning natural wonders, including the Avenue of Volcanoes and Cloud Forest, and follow in the footsteps of ecologist Alexander von Humboldt. 

21 July 2025

8 days

Mountain path in Parque Arqueolgico do Vale do Coa (Archaeological Park of the Coa Valley), Portugal

Short Break

Conservation and rewilding in the Côa valley: Portugal

Explore Portugal's Greater Côa valley, an area rich in biodiversity. Visit and learn about Rewilding Portugal's work which is aiming to build a nature and culture-based economy to create communal support for a wilder environment. 

11 April 2025

4 days

Abisko aurora sky station with Northern lights above, Abisko National Park, Sweden

Tour

Science of astronomy and ice: Sweden

Join a unique expedition to the remote wilderness region of northern Sweden, to unearth the science of astronomy and ice, while staying at the world's largest hotel made of ice.  

22 March 2025

4 days

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Expedition

The science of the Amazon expedition cruise: Brazil

Join an exceptional journey exploring Brazil’s most celebrated ecological region, the Amazon, on an expedition to better understand what make it so incredible.

19 August 2025

9 days

Polar bears on tundra in Arctic sunset, Churchill, Canada

Tour

Churchill polar bear expedition: Canada

Take a deep dive into the life and natural history of the polar bear in Canada, home to 60 per cent of the world's polar bear population. 

21 October 2025

6 days

Monarch butterflies on branches of fir tree in Mexico as part of migration

Tour

The great monarch butterfly migration: Mexico

Experience one of the world's most astounding wildlife events that occurs each year in the forested Central Highlands of Mexico, the monarch butterfly migration, featuring the most delicate of creatures.

14 January 2025

6 days

Two wolves looking into distance in snowy wilderness, Yellowstone National park in winter, USA

Tour

Yellowstone wolf & wildlife winter safari: US

Discover Yellowstone and the Tetons on a wonderful winter wildlife safari in search of the elusive icons of the wilderness: wolf, bison and elk.

8 February 2025

7 days

Marsican bear cubs, a protected species typical of central Italy. Animals in the wild in their natural habitat, in the Abruzzo region of Italy.

Tour

Conservation and rewilding in the Central Apennines: Italy

Journey into Italy’s Central Apennines region and discover a fascinating introduction into the concept and practicalities of rewilding.

September 2025

6 days

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Cruise

Featured: Arctic expedition cruise with Richard Dawkins, Svalbard, Norway

Experience the realm of the polar bear and midnight sun, Richard Dawkins and other experts on board a new state-of-the-art polar marine expedition vessel.

22 June 2025

12 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Tour

The science of primary rainforests and wetlands: Malaysian Borneo

Explore Malaysia’s primary rainforests and wetlands in the footsteps of Alfred Wallace. Teeming with rare and endangered species. Expect to see orangutans, sun bears, civet cats, langurs, gibbons, proboscis monkeys, rhinoceros hornbills and many more. 

11 August 2025

10 days

New Scientist. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Cruise

Hawaii astronomy and marine cruise: US

Discover the fascinating culture, history and wildlife of Hawaii's islands on our expedition yacht, whilst exploring its land-based observatories and spectacular night skies. 

May 2026

9 days

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Cruise

Cruise wild, historic and archaeological Scotland

Discover early human civilisations, wildlife and fascinating history amongst the wild isles of Scotland aboard an expedition ship.

26 May 2026

12

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Tour

Caves, geology and gentle walking: Croatia and Slovenia

Join a gentle walking tour across Slovenia, where caves, historic monasteries, and rich cultural heritage await exploration amidst beautiful landscapes.

August 2025

8 days

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