Trekking & Hiking Tours and Trips

This eight-day odyssey carries you from Andes mountain passes to ancient Inca marvels, including Machu Picchu. For travelers and history buffs who want an active experience—and hikers who want an authentic experience of Peruvian history and culture—this trip begins in the ancient city of Cusco, with labyrinthine Inca stonework almost everywhere you turn. We step into the past, exploring the Sun Temple, the Plaza des Armas and the Inca Museum, while a bean-to-bar chocolate workshop gives us the flavor of contemporary Peru. Then we journey into the Andes and the heart of the fallen Inca Empire. Hikes grant us heart-pounding views of two snow-capped giants, Ausangate and Salcantay, both with summits over 20,000 feet. Lodge stays and village visits connect us with the soul of the Lares region, legendary for the exquisite artistry of the local women’s weaving. We connect deeply with this little-known destination that typical tourists never see. Our journey reaches its zenith as we enter the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Time forgot this place, but you never will.

Really discover what South America is all about on this epic five-week journey through Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. This adventure truly has it all – the Pacific coast, the awe-inspiring Amazon, and the archeological highlights and cultural treasures of the Andean highlands. Hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, tear it up on mountain bikes, raft wild rivers, catch big waves, and get your adrenaline pumping on exciting optional excursions. With local transportation and authentic accommodation, this adventure offers an intense blend of included activities and free time to explore on your own.

Spot macaws in the jungle and caimans on the riverbanks, sail the waters of Lake Titicaca, delight in the smells of markets and explore ancient ruins — including a trek along the Inca Trail. As we operate our own treks, our quality equipment and the expertise of our porters and CEOs will ensure that your first glimpse of Machu Picchu will leave you in awe. Whether you’re scanning the canopy for wildlife from the comfort of our intimate and exclusive G Lodge Amazon or following in the footsteps of the Incas, this fast-paced adventure provides a sweeping view of this diverse country.

Trek the incredible Rongai Route of Mt Kilimanjaro. See Africa from a different perspective – from the peaks of Mt Kilimanjaro. Approach the striking mountain from the north for the opportunity to see mountainside animals – monkeys and even the occasional elephant inhabits these parts, so keep your eyes peeled. Traverse through rich forests along the north-eastern side, then embark on a trek to the summit. Discover an enticing array of wildlife and gorgeous scenery along the way and be rewarded by incredible views from Uhuru Peak.

Experience the splendour of Kili with an extra day on your trek to acclimatize to the summit of Africa's highest peak. Considered by many to be the most scenic path to the summit, the Machame boasts different routes to the summit and back. Known as the "Whiskey Route" because of the tougher challenge it poses, this path leads you through magnificent forests before traversing a ridge leading through moorland to the Shira Plateau. It offers beautiful scenery beneath the glaciated precipices of the southern ice fields before summiting from the higher Barafu Camp. Camp along the route with support from local guides and porters. As a world leader in Kili treks, we'll take you to new heights in adventure!

Ring in the New Year in Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks on a guided 6-day winter hiking escape based at cozy Zion Lodge. Okay, it’s a cliche to call winter “magical.” But you’ll be hard-pressed to find a more fitting word to describe your experience. You’ll gaze out at the sandstone cathedrals of Zion National Park—without having to fight the summer crowds. Or heat. Snowshoe along Bryce Canyon’s Fairyland Loop among hoodoos dusted with powdered-sugar snow. Explore Red Canyon, a little-known sanctuary. Snuggle up with a Navajo blanket in the firelight of Zion Lodge. Join easygoing expert guides and a few like-minded folks for a New Year’s like none other. From the comfort of historic Zion Lodge, step out your front door into a snow-kissed wilderness wonderland. Immerse yourself in the most iconic trails and sights of Zion and Bryce Canyon. This trip includes Zion’s Angels Landing (dependent on conditions), Emerald Pools and Observation Point, along with Bryce’s Fairyland, Wall Street, Bryce Point and Peek-a-boo Loop. Let the quiet magic of desert canyons in winter inspire an incredible year.

Spend six adventurous days under the powerful spell of New Mexico’s desert skies. New Mexico is all at once an alluring escape and a magnificent adventure. The rugged desert landscapes provide excellent terrain for hikes, and the wildflowers, oak trees and mountains each play their part in forming incredible views along the journey. This adventure takes us from south to north. Visit parks, monuments and historical sites, with ample time to enjoy the bounty of New Mexico’s natural and cultural riches. Beginning near the Texas border, hike in Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument, then play in the ethereal White Sands National Monument. Explore Guadalupe Mountains National Park’s exceptionally well-preserved fossil reef, and marvel at the stalactite-filled wonderland of Carlsbad Caverns National Park. From here, head to vibrant Santa Fe. Hike in Bandelier National Monument to explore ancestral Puebloan caves and cliff dwellings dating back hundreds of years. Our journey concludes with a visit to the charming mountain town of Taos and a tour of Taos Pueblo, a place where ancient history and modern-day existence collide, and the perfect way to cap off this jaunt through magical New Mexico.

From the Narrows to Fairyland, explore treasures of Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks on a 6-day hiking adventure based at Zion Lodge. Set out with a small, guided group on the desert adventure of a lifetime. Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks lure travelers with haunting geologic beauty. Get the best of both with an itinerary designed for variety and delight. By day, hike bucket-list-worthy trails, enjoy plentiful food, and soak up jaw-dropping scenery. By night, stay at historic Zion Lodge and Ruby’s Inn. Rinse off the trail dust, kick back on the porch with a cold drink, sleep in a real bed. Ahhhh. You’ll finally experience places you’ve heard so much about—and hidden gems you haven’t. Behold Zion Canyon from on high at Observation Point. Tackle the ascent to Angels Landing. Wade the Narrows, flanked by sheer 2,000-foot walls. Hike Bryce Canyon’s Fairyland, Wall Street and Sunset Point trails. Marvel at the Mars-like hoodoo landscape. Your guides bring the parks to life. Did you know Zion’s sandstone walls were once the dunes of a vast Jurassic desert? This trip is for curious, active people who crave challenge and exhilaration.

Trek the best of Patagonia on this action-packed Argentina adventure. From the jagged, snow-capped glory of peaks like Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre to the gigantic and still-advancing icescape that is the Perito Moreno Glacier, this action-packed Patagonia adventure covers some of the most stunning glacial scenery in the world. Start with a tour of cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, then head to El Chalten to hike the likes of Laguna de los Tres and Laguna Torre. Continue to El Calafate, where the marvels of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field are just a hop, skip and a jump away. Finish in style in back in Buenos Aires, trying your hand at a few tango moves.

Cycle and explore California’s Sonoma wine country for 6 days, sampling valleys, vineyards, redwoods and Pacific Coast. There’s more to northern California winelands than Napa. Join your friendly co-adventurers and head for Sonoma County, Napa’s laid-back neighbor. The itinerary is a blend of experiences, refined and wild. Yes, expect the usual wine-country cycling activities: tastings, vineyard visits, winding roads through grape-lush valleys. We’ll also unbottle natural delights of the seashore and coastal range. (Ever had a curious otter pop up beside your kayak, whack-a-mole style?) Begin with a bucket-list ride across the Golden Gate Bridge. From there, imbibe quaint towns and exquisite cabernets. And pinot noirs. And chardonnays. Breathe in salt breezes and rugged Pacific vistas. Ride up the Russian River into the heart of a valley with a hundred wineries. Kayak with a naturalist in Tomales Bay, floating across underwater meadows where California bat rays are born. Picnic at a farm store that made the cover of Wine Spectator. Walk in wonder among 1,400-year-old redwoods. Stay oceanside and drift off to the lullaby of waves. Our expert guides handle the details so you’re free to savor each moment.

Set out on an incredible 7-day hike along Portugal’s sun-drenched southwestern Atlantic coast. From the rich culture of Lisbon to the sparkling white villages of Algarve, take a turn through one of the best preserved coastlines in all of Europe. Hike to quaint towns, rocky seascapes and unspoiled beaches along our journey. Beginning near Lisbon in romantic Sintra, where forested hillsides give way to white sandy beaches, we hike by centuries-old castles and palaces. The scenery can only be described as absolutely quintessential. Savor the fresh, salty air and indulge in traditional southern European cuisine. Tour through inviting plazas and savor quiet conversation in a charming café. Explore jumbled rocks along vast stretches of shoreline. We find the end of our route in Sagres. This bluff, once thought to be the end of the world, is where ships departed from the sailing school of Prince Henry the Navigator in a quest to discover far-off lands. Take in the beauty of the shoreline before we ourselves depart home.

On a mission to visit as many of the west coast's stunning national parks as you can? This 16-day tour will get you most of the way there with plenty of challenging but rewarding hikes along the way. Embark on a steep climb out of the valley on the Mist Trail (with incredible views for your efforts) and embark on a jaw-dropping narrow climb to the top of Angels Landing. You'll have plenty of time to catch your breath in between, whether it's star gazing in Capitol Reef's designated gold-tier International Dark Sky Park or enjoying some evening s'mores at Bryce Canyon National Park to recharge for the next adventure.

Possibly the most scenic route to the summit, Machame boasts several paths to its highest point and back. En route to Uhuru, emerge onto high-alpine deserts with amazing views of ice fields and the peak of Mt Kilimanjaro! Known as the "Whiskey Route" because of the tougher challenge, this path leads you through magnificent forests before traversing a ridge leading through moorland to the Shira Plateau. It offers great scenery beneath the glaciated precipices of the southern ice fields before summiting from the higher Barafu Camp. Camp along the route with support from local guides and porters. As a world leader in Kili treks, we'll take you to new heights in adventure!

Experience the archaeological highlights and the cultural treasures of the Andean highlands, then uncover the secrets of the mysterious Nazca Lines and Peru's desert coast on this incredible three-week adventure. Embrace Incan culture's past and present in Cusco and get a taste of Bolivian culture in La Paz. Travel by boat on Lake Titicaca and trek to the stunning ruins of Machu Picchu. As the Inca Trail’s largest operator, we run our own treks, which ensures quality food, service, and equipment. Join us for an immersive experience that few travellers get to know.

Take the challenging and less-travelled Lemosho route, considered by many to be the most beautiful path up the western breach of the mountain, to the Shira Plateau. This adventure starts off with a few long days as you gain altitude, and has several days built in to help you acclimatize, improving your chances of making the summit. Enjoy the climb through magnificent forests and moorland, and emerge into high-alpine deserts as you enjoy spectacular views along the way to the summit.

Spend six family-filled days exploring America’s first national park. Yellowstone National Park is home to a wide range of otherworldly landscapes. The park draws visitors from around the world for its impressive display of erupting geysers, incredible rainbow-colored hot springs and gurgling mud pits. But the surrounding areas—towering mountains, dense forests and craggy canyons—are equally jaw-dropping. This convergence of iconic North American landscapes and wildlife make the park a fantastic, family-friendly destination. Our Signature Camp, centrally located inside the national park, is the perfect jumping off point for visiting Yellowstone, providing uniquely cool and comfortable accommodations for the whole family. Hike the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and marvel at the kaleidoscopic Grand Prismatic Spring. Take a wildlife-viewing drive in the idyllic Lamar Valley and spend a day in magnificent Grand Teton National Park, cycling and rafting among the park’s majestic namesake peaks. No trip to Yellowstone is complete without visiting Old Faithful, aptly named for its predictable eruption times. Return to our Signature Camp each evening to spend relaxing nights with friends and family under the wide-open Rocky Mountain sky. 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 Yellowstone & Grand Teton Hiking & Camping trip.

Spend eight days adventuring amid the splendor of the Grand Canyon and beyond. If Arizona is defined by one geologic feature, it is canyons. Canyons of every shape and size form a remarkable landscape that is more captivating and varied than we could have ever imagined. Our trip leaves imagination behind, offering an up-close adventure as grand as our first destination, and plenty of time to explore the area beyond this quintessential American landmark. Our journey begins with two days exploring in the Grand Canyon. Hike below the rim on trails that lead to awe-inspiring views of this spectacular 300-mile-long gorge. Paddle Lake Powell’s emerald-colored waters free of tides, waves or currents, and hike in its twisting sandstone slot canyons. Explore Monument Valley’s iconic buttes, whose landscapes form a more picturesque image of the American Southwest than perhaps any other. Our adventure culminates amidst the mystery of hundreds of ancient Anasazi ruins in beautiful Canyon de Chelly, where our local Navajo guides weave tales of the canyon’s inhabitants. Their stories reveal a beauty and history of canyon country that is unforgettable.

Head off the beaten path into authentic Portugal. Savor its layers of history, culture, cuisine and exquisite natural beauty. Venture into central Portugal, a crossroads of scenery and history. Gentle hikes draw us through a kaleidoscope of landscapes, from the sapphire lagoons and wind-lashed cliffs of the Atlantic coast to the lush valleys of the Rio Zezere. We follow its banks to the village of Dornes, one of the country’s Seven Wonders. Remnants of the past punctuate our travels. Spend a night in a palace in the magical forest of Buçaco, a walled arboretum featuring flora from the Age of Discovery. Marvel at Tomar, founded by the Knights Templar; Almourol, a fortresslike castle on an island; and Obidos, a castle town on a site once occupied by the Romans. Our adventure ends in Porto, a vibrant city with a labyrinth of medieval streets--a fitting end to our journey into the living heart of Portugal.

This lively tour through South Africa is filled with enough excitement to keep you active and on your feet. Hike up the famous Table Mountain. Explore the kingdoms of Lesotho and Swaziland. Discover the true meaning of "Ubuntu" as you dance and laugh with the locals over a traditional meal in the Kruger area. Whether you get a taste of the beach or the biltong, this 17-day journey will satisfy any craving for adventure.

Experience the brilliance of Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks on this 6-day hiking adventure. Vast, rolling grasslands, thundering waterfalls and soaring peaks; the world’s first national park is a trove of natural wonders. Our adventure showcases it all, taking us to two of nature’s most unique outdoor playgrounds: Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park. Discover tranquil wildflower meadows along our daily hikes, visit amazing geothermal features and spend each evening relaxing in roomy tent accommodations at our comfortable Signature Camp. Enjoy hikes along some of Yellowstone’s most scenic trails. Visit steaming geysers and bubbling mud pots, a reminder of Yellowstone’s remarkable volcanic origins. Witness some of North America’s most iconic wildlife up close on exhilarating drives in search of bison, grizzly bear, elk and more. Our trip culminates with one day spent exploring Yellowstone’s neighbor to the south, magnificent Grand Teton National Park. This is a great trip for adults and fit, older teens. If you're traveling with younger children, check out our Yellowstone Family Adventure.