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Eco-Trips and Travel
Nature Conservancy Trips
Travel to an exotic place with The Nature Conservancy on one of our customized nature tours or workshops!
Our journeys highlight the Conservancy's work to save the Last Great Places on Earth. They allow you to connect with the natural world, learn about local conservation efforts and reignite your love of the outdoors. Come explore with us!
Conservancy Trips
Oregon: Birding Across Oregon
May 5 - 12, 2012
Wildflowers and birds are at their peak at many of Oregon’s most stunning places. The view changes dramatically as you travel from the wild Pacific coast to Crater Lake to the Great Basin desert. Price: $2,700. Capacity: Limit 9. For more information, view PDF or contact excursions@tnc.org
Montana: Path of the Great Bear
May 20 - 26, 2012
Montana’s Rocky Mountain Front is a last strongholds of the grizzly bear. Enjoy exclusive access to superb grizzly habitat. Learn the signs & tracks and see how ranchers are co-existing with these mighty bruins. Our base is the Conservancy’s Pine Butte Guest Ranch. Price: $2,200. Capacity: 16. Details or contact Pine Butte Guest Ranch.
Montana: Birding with David Allen Sibley 1
May 27 - June 2, 2011
The confluence of high mountains, wetland, and prairie on Montana's Rocky Mountain Front makes it a birder's paradise... and what better guide than famed ornithologist and artist David Sibley. You'll stay at the Conservancy's Pine Butte Guest Ranch, in the heart of it all. Price: $2,500. Capacity: 16. Details or contact Pine Butte Guest Ranch.
Montana: Birding with David Allen Sibley 2
June 2 - 8, 2012
The confluence of high mountains, wetland, and prairie on Montana's Rocky Mountain Front makes it a birder's paradise... and what better guide than famed ornithologist and artist David Sibley. You'll stay at the Conservancy's Pine Butte Guest Ranch, in the heart of it all. Price: $2,500. Capacity: 16.Details or contact Pine Butte Guest Ranch.
Alaska: Arctic Solstice Base Camp
June 18 - 23, 2012
A cozy tent is your home on the tundra in the northernmost heart of the stunning Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. With endless daylight and wildlife in every direction, hike and explore in search of caribou, musk ox, birds, bears and wolves. Price: $3,900. Capacity: Limit 5. For more information, view PDF or contact excursions@tnc.org
Idaho and Oregon: Wallowa-Grande Ronde River Rafting
June 20-23, 2012
Stunning rivers framed by lush grasslands and basalt canyons offer abundant fly-fishing opportunities and gorgeous, peaceful campsites. Price: $1,420. Capacity: Limit 20. For more information, view PDF or contact excursions@tnc.org
Washington: Kayaking the San Juans
June 25-29, 2012
Encircled by crystal-green waters and the snowcapped Olympic Mountains, the San Juan archipelago is home to orca whales, bald eagles, Dall’s porpoise and 290 bird species. Stay in B&Bs and camp one night on a pristine island. Price: $1,545. Capacity: Limit 14. For more information, view PDF or contact excursions@tnc.org
Colorado: Raft the Grand Canyon
July 05, 2012 - July 14, 2012
Only 4 spots left! We're partnering with Arizona River Raft Adventures to offer a 9-day Grand Canyon raft trip in July! Participants will join conservation experts and fellow supporters to raft the lower canyon. Price: $2,699 per person. For more information, view PDF or contact kwhittemore@tnc.org.
Utah: Rafting Cataract Canyon
July 16 - 21, 2012
Few rivers match the Colorado’s scenery, archaeology and wildlife. Explore spectacular sandstone spires and view ancient Anasazi rock art, guided by experienced naturalists. Price: $1,420. Capacity: Limit 16. For more information, view PDF or contact excursions@tnc.org
Montana: Exploring the Rocky Mountain Front
September 9 - 15, 2012
The high peaks and broad prairies of the Front make it a paradise for hikers, peak baggers, birders and anyone who loves wild places. It's a glorious time of year, days are long and golden and wildlife is active. Our ace naturalist interprets it all! Price: $2,000. Capacity: 16. Details or contact Pine Butte Guest Ranch.
Montana: Photography on the Rocky Mountain Front
September 16 - 22, 2012
Sharpen your skills & learn tricks of the pros with award-winning nature photographer Kenton Rowe. It's a glorious time of year on the Front, with long, golden days and lots of wildlife on the move. Our base at the Conservancy's Pine Butte Guest Ranch keeps you in the center of this natural wonderland, making early morning and evening shoots easy! Price: $2,000. Capacity: 16. Details or contact Pine Butte Guest Ranch.
Georgia: Little St. Simon’s Island
September 16-23, 2012
An entire island of pristine beaches, marshes and forest belongs to only 32 guests including you. From the lodge, guides will show you wildlife and teach you to fish. Or explore on your own by kayak and bicycle. Price: from $2,295. Capacity: Limit 32. For more information, view PDF or contact excursions@tnc.org
Arizona: Hart Prairie Preserve
September 25-October 1, 2012
Forays from the historic Mariposa Lodge take you deep into old-growth ponderosa pine forest, on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Museum of Northern Arizona and to the edge of roaring Cataract Canyon. Price: $2,195. Capacity: Limit 14. For more information view PDF or contact excursions@tnc.org
Chile: Zapallar and the Valdivian Coast
December 2-11, 2012
Walk in Charles Darwin’s footsteps as you explore the dramatic natural wonders of Chile, from mountain glaciers to ancient coastal forests harboring some of the world’s most unusual wildlife. Price: $6,295. Capacity: Limit 14. For more information, view PDF or contact excursions@tnc.org
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