Nebraska’s Platte River
Take in the incredible sight of thousands of sandhill cranes converging along their Central Flyway route.
2027 Departure Is Full
The 2027 departure is full, but if you'd like to join our waitlist, please let us know. The itinerary below includes the day-to-day guide, trip pricing, what's included, and payment and cancellation terms.
March 14-19, 2027
Watch Nebraskan prairies come alive with the sights and sounds of the Central Flyway. See the spectacle of hundreds of thousands sandhill cranes courting, preening and roosting during their annual migration, when about 88% of the world’s population gather on the Platte River. Its wetlands spill over with the cranes, along with bald eagles and millions of ducks and geese. Take in awe-inspiring panoramic views in the Sandhills, the most intact temperate grassland left on Earth. Also see greater prairie-chickens perform their ancient courtship rituals on dancing grounds called leks. This journey promises to be a springtime adventure you will never forget. You have to see it to believe it!
Highlights
- Witness the spectacle of sandhill crane migration when numbers peak in the hundreds of thousands.
- Take a tour of Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, frequently ranked as one of the world’s best zoos.
- Venture out on an overland tour of the Switzer Ranch to learn how ranching operations blend with wildlife management.
Information & Reservations
2027 departure is full. Travelers interested in adding themselves to the waitlist can contact TNC’s Legacy Journeys travel manager, Erin Crowther, directly at LegacyJourneys@tnc.org or 317-829-1873.
For more information about cancellation terms, review our Frequently Asked Questions.
