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Our 10 Most Amazing Big Animal Trips

January 24, 2024|Author: Jacqui|Reading time: 10 minute

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Various Dates From August To October 2024 & 2025

Swim up close with moms and calves in warm, clear water

1 week at a luxury resort in Moorea, French Polynesia

Special boat and crew for long, extended encounters mornings & afternoons

$3,750 all-inclusive price

#2 Luxury Tanzania Safari Trip

August 6 - 16, 2024 &August 6 - 16, 2025

Best value luxury safari trip on the planet

Peak season for the migration

We use the best guides and stay at the best lodges

Super small groups for optimal photos

10 nights $6,499

#3 Antarctica Cruise For Nature Lovers

March 10 - 21, 2025

Trip led by our General Manager Tim Yeo

With optional diving add-on package

Best boat and route for penguins, leopard seals

11 night trip starts at $7,700

#4 Raja Ampat, Indonesia 11-night Liveaboard Super Price

Dec 9th - 20th 2024 - peak season!

Best of Raja Ampat route north & the south

Best coral reefs in the world, tons of sharks & manta rays

High-end boat, the Ambai, only 16 passengers

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Travel Almost Any Dates From January To April 2025

Get within inches of whales, on their own terms

5 day luxury trips in Baja, Mexico includes private flight

Fly into Cabo San Lucas, Stay in Luxury Tents

You dont get into the water on this trip, anyone can join

Price starts at $2,450, Kids are 50% off

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