Family Tours and Trips

Hike, bike and kayak on this 5-day family friendly adventure in the San Juan Islands. Tucked away in the northwest corner of the United States, the San Juan Islands are an unforgettable destination to bring the whole family. This trip was designed to perfectly balance adventure, education and relaxation with an itinerary that includes scenic hikes, fun bike rides, whale watching, and an overnight kayak tour to Jones Island. Start things off on an educational foot with a visit to the Whale Museum. Learn about the amazing marine mammals of the Salish Sea before we encounter some of them over the next few days of our journey. Bike along the gently rolling hills of Roche Harbor road, see wooly alpacas grazing in their fields, and get up close with living invertebrates in a marine biology research lab on San Juan Island. On an overnight kayak tour to Jones Island State Park, head into the San Juan Channel and tour several beautiful islands. With the help of our wonderful guides, we bring the natural wonder of the islands to life. Kids get an REI day pack — Kids traveling on our Family Adventures will receive an REI day pack for their adventure! Kids age 8-17 will receive the REI Flash 18 Pack (while quantities last, colors may vary). Learn more about REI Family Adventures. Not traveling with kids under 18? Check out our San Juan Islands Multisport trip.

Incredible hiking and idyllic camping mark this 5-day family-friendly adventure in stunning Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. Glowing with vibrant, colorful beauty, the soaring landscapes of Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks are befitting of one of America’s great hiking destinations. Accompanying each group are our expert, local guides who work to ensure each trip is an educational and memorable experience for kids and adults alike. Our adventure begins with a hike in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, where a stunning waterfall awaits at the end of an amazing desert canyon. Walk along the rim of Bryce Canyon and feel an overwhelming sense of awe at the otherworldly, jagged, multi-hued landscape below. Next, we travel to Zion, hiking from the valley floor up Walter’s Wiggles to Scout’s Lookout. Enjoy a full day exploring the labyrinth of the Virgin River Narrows. Each spectacular day of hiking offers a variety of dramatic views of the most celebrated wonders of Zion. Our evenings are spent in comfortable camping accommodations, our tent the only thing separating us from the stars. Kids get an REI day pack — Kids traveling on our Family Adventures will receive an REI day pack for their adventure! Kids age 8-17 will receive the REI Flash 18 Pack (while quantities last, colors may vary). Learn more about REI Family Adventures. Not traveling with kids under age 18? Check out our Zion & Bryce Hiking – REI Signature Camping trip or inquire about a private departure of this itinerary.

Hang out with orangutans and snorkel in pristine waters on this unforgettable family escape. Pack up the troupe and head into Borneo's lush jungles on a family adventure. Keep an eye out for cheeky monkeys on a scenic cruise down the Kinabatangan River, or let the monkeys come to you on a visit to one of Borney's famous animal sanctuaries. Learn about a bygone era with an eye-opening visit to a Dusun village and wander through vast tea plantations in Ranau. Stop off at the idyllic Manukan Island and see the colourful fish living beneath its shimmering waters. Everywhere you look, this island is brimming with unforgettable memories. 

Explore the highlights of Borneo on an Intrepid family adventure. Travel to Borneo on a family adventure tour and discover the curious wildlife and spectacular landscapes of the region. Learn how orphaned orangutans are rehabilitated back into the wild, swim among colourful fish, watch baby green turtles take wobbly steps towards the waterfront and relax on sandy beaches. Along the way you'll make friends, try delicious cuisine and make incredible memories. 

Spend five family-filled days hiking in Mount Rainier National Park and Mount St. Helens. The beauty of Washington in the summertime is best witnessed from two of the state’s most spectacular settings—Mount Rainier and Mount St. Helens. This trip takes us to a spectacular national park and an active stratovolcano, providing a wonderful chance for you and your family to bond over a joy in the discovery of nature. This trip delivers opportunities for both learning and adventure. Our friendly guides offer fun and creative ways to engage young explorers in volcanology, camping basics, and an essential understanding of Pacific Northwest wildlife. Explore noteworthy trails while taking in the delicate balance of ecosystems within the area. Enjoy the tranquility of Reflection Lake and the grandeur of Comet Falls during day hikes in the national park. Visit Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument to see the dramatic impact of the volcanic explosion in 1980. Back at camp, our host handles everything from comfortable accommodations to delicious food, freeing you to spend time creating lasting memories with family and new friends. Kids get an REI day pack — Kids traveling on our Family Adventures will receive an REI day pack for their adventure! Kids age 8-17 will receive the REI Flash 18 Pack (while quantities last, colors may vary). Learn more about REI Family Adventures. Not traveling with kids under age 18? Check out our Mount Rainier & St. Helens Hiking & Camping trip or inquire about a private departure of this itinerary.

Spark the spirit of adventure in the whole family on this five-day REI Signature Camp trip to Olympic National Park. One of North America’s greatest wilderness areas, Olympic National Park has it all. The park boasts incredible environmental diversity—from scenic beaches to rainforests to mountains. A designated World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve, the park is a wonderful learning environment for young scientists and parents alike. This trip takes us to the lush old growth of the Hoh rainforest, the dramatic beaches along the Olympic Coast and the exposed mountains of Hurricane Ridge. Our days are spent exploring this beautiful area from every angle. Follow our expert guides as they share deep knowledge of one America’s most visited national parks. Explore tide pools teeming with life, hike to Hurricane Hill for awe-inspiring mountain views, then go for an invigorating and informative hike among ancient trees and mossy creeks. Every member of the family will enjoy days out on the trail followed by evenings relaxing at our exclusive deluxe Signature Camp. Under the cover of the night sky, enjoy delicious meals prepared by our camp host, reminiscing about new adventure among new friends. Kids get an REI day pack — Kids traveling on our Family Adventures will receive an REI day pack for their adventure! Kids age 8-17 will receive the REI Flash 18 Pack (while quantities last, colors may vary). Learn more about REI Family Adventures. Not traveling with kids under age 18? Check out our Olympic National Park Hiking & Camping trip or inquire about a private departure of this itinerary.

Looking to give your kids a crash course in exotic wildlife? What better place to visit than “Darwin’s test kitchen,” the Galápagos? On this multi-activity trip, you’ll have the chance to snorkel, hike, kayak, and swim the islands, as well as visit a giant tortoise breeding centre and the Charles Darwin Research Station. Who says learning about nature has to be boring?

Visit three of Asia's heavyweights on this incredible family adventure. Visit Thailand, Laos and Vietnam on this epic family adventure. Travel by overnight train to Chiang Mai and by boat from Thailand to Laos. Witness the sights and smells of Laos' hawker markets and climb the steps of Bangkok's ancient Buddhist temples. Pop into Hanoi and kayak around stunning Halong Bay before heading home, filled with tales of adventure. 

From the Guatemalan jungle to the charms of Belize's islands, this family holiday combines ancient Maya history with sun, sand and plenty of time for snorkelling. Spend some time in Central America exploring two travellers' favourites. Explore Belize City and the small town of San Ignacio before crossing into Guatemala to discover the ancient citadel of Tikal, a magnificent Maya site hidden deep in the jungle. From here, travel back to Belize's coast and spend four days on the island paradise of San Pedro exploring the world's second-largest coral reef. Finish the holiday in the most relaxing way possible as you and your family switch it up between white sand and warm water.

Every traveller should visit Peru at some point. Introduce your kids to it early through this comprehensive trip that bundles the Amazon, Machu Picchu, Cusco, and more into nine life-changing days. You’ll spend two nights at the exclusive G Lodge Amazon learning about the wildlife from naturalists before exploring the Urubamba Valley, gazing awestruck at Machu Picchu and interacting with the locals in Cusco and Lima. Peru will stick with your children long after they’ve stopped being kids.

A classic camping family adventure chock full of wildlife sightings, spectacular mountain scenery and awe-inspiring hikes. Rocky Mountain National Park is the quintessential destination for a family vacation. With its forests and mountains, its great outdoors and great adventure, the landscape will inspire a sense of exploration in young and old alike. Children will relish the opportunity to learn from our fun and energetic guides, and the whole family will love the six memorable days spent at our comfortable campsite. Hiking to alpine lakes and an old mining ghost town, we keep a lookout for the park's abundant wildlife. A mid-trip whitewater adventure on Colorado’s only designated “Wild and Scenic River” offers an exhilarating change of pace. And no trip in the Rocky Mountains is complete without a scenic drive along the Trail Ridge Road, the highest paved road in America and ranked one of the country’s most beautiful drives. Days on the trail lead to nights around the campfire under Colorado’s incredibly starry sky—a lovely sight to behold with family and new friends. Kids get an REI day pack — Kids traveling on our Family Adventures will receive an REI day pack for their adventure! Kids age 8-17 will receive the REI Flash 18 Pack (while quantities last, colors may vary). Learn more about REI Family Adventures. Not travelling with kids under 18? Check out our Rocky Mountain National Park Adventure.

Take your family on a Croatian adventure following the Dalmatian coast from Dubrovnik to Split. Idyllic beaches, ancient ruins and rustic old world charm are just a few reasons that people are drawn to Croatia and it’s not just your everyday travellers either – Game of Thrones continues to shoot season after season in the stunning scenery of places such as Dubrovnik and Split. Pepper up this trip with a bit of island hopping between Korcula and Hvar, visit the pristine beaches of Lumbarda and trek through the woods of Mljet as you share with your family some of the best experiences the Dalmatian coast has to offer.

Explore South Africa's abundant wildlife, Zulu culture and dramatic scenery. Travel through South Africa and Swaziland, combining cultural and wildlife experiences. The tour starts with an introduction to South Africa’s most famous township, Soweto, before heading out into the wilderness. Once on the road you’ll stop at a Zulu village and experience activities such as hiking, kayaking and rafting before arriving at Kruger National Park for unbelievable wildlife watching.

Treat your family to an enriching adventure through Northern Italy. A place of love, history and exquisite flavours, the northern part of the former Roman Empire is a cultural heartland full of hidden treasures. Hear the song of the lapping waterways echo through the streets of Venice, dip your toes in the ocean by the beautiful Ligurian coast, make and taste authentic Italian pesto, savour delicious Tuscan cuisine, scale the leaning tower of Pisa and fight like a gladiator in Rome as you whisk through Northern Italy on this fantastic family holiday.

Take a walk on the wild side in Kenya and Tanzania. Travel to East Africa with your family and see this continent at its most wild. Roam the famous Serengeti National Park, nearly 15,000 sq km of rolling savanna that shelters an astounding array of animals, from miniature dik-dik antelopes to lions and the noble African elephant. Spot wildlife while taking in ethereal vistas from atop the Ngorongoro Crater. This is also a human journey that puts you among Kenya and Tanzania's bustling markets and plantations, and in the valleys once inhabited by humankind's earliest ancestors. If you want to experience some of the most superb game-viewing in Africa, then this will truly be a trip to remember.

Explore Croatia by hiking, kayaking and cycling on this active family adventure. Discover the rugged landscape of Croatia on an active family adventure to remember. Hike past stunning mountain scenery and cascading waterfalls, raft the gentle rapids along the Zrmanja River and pedal through lush Paklenica National Park. Along the way, see quaint, seaside villages, munch on fresh seafood and make memories that will last a lifetime.  

Travel to Nepal on a family tour of the Himalayas. For centuries, Nepal has been luring travellers with its snow-capped peaks and the tales of adventure that come from ‘the roof of the world’. Now, your family can see what all the fuss is about on their very own Himalayan Adventure – an action packed tour of Nepal’s most captivating towns, cities and scenery. Forget Hillary and Norgay, there’s no better feeling than reaching the end of an Annapurna trek as a family, taking home memories and photographs to last a lifetime. From quirky Kathmandu, across the Himalayas and into the steamy jungles of Chitwan, this adventure tour through Nepal will broaden the mind and invigorate the sprit.

Explore small towns, large cities and rugged terrain on this family adventure through Turkey’s delights. Join this family adventure through Turkey and witness some of the most incredible archaeological and natural sights in the world. Spend 10 days exploring small towns, large cities and rugged terrain. Begin in the bustle of Istanbul, bike though towns carved into soft volcanic rock in Goreme and walk in a pool built for Cleopatra in Pamukkale on this journey through Turkey’s diverse landscape.

Treat your family to a well-deserved slice of Italy, from Rome to the Amalfi Coast. The whole family is sure to fall in love with Italy on this 8-day adventure from the ruins of Rome to the stunning Amalfi Coast. Imagine what life was like for ancient Romans in Pompeii, wander cobblestone streets in Minori and enjoy true southern Italian hospitality during a cooking demonstration and dinner at a family-run farm in Sorrento. As the saying goes: 'un bimbo che non gioca, felicita ne ha poca' (a child that doesn’t play will not be happy). We created this trip because we think the same thing applies to adults!

Soak up sea, sun and archaeological sites in this week-long trip. The sun-drenched vistas of Greece are sure to capture the imagination of the whole family on this 8-day tour from Athens to Corfu. History has never been as engaging as the ruins of Acropolis and Delphi, and swimming has never been as refreshing as a dip in the clear waters off the coast. Treat yourself to a week spent in divine Greece.