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Plan a Trip You’ll Remember Forever

Do you crave an out-of-the-ordinary intimate travel experience? Then come travel with the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden! We have been taking folks around the globe since 1964. Our trips are adventurous, educational, and fun. All our tours are escorted by zoo naturalists who are knowledgeable, friendly, and well-traveled. Our trips create real-life connections with like-minded travelers. Come join us today on our next exciting adventure!

Questions? Please contact Christina Anderson at 513-487-3318 or email here.

Fun on the 2024 Amsterdam Trip!

Holland

April 26 – May 4, 2024

Escorted by Steve Foltz, Director of Horticulture, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Come join us as we explore the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens in Holland. Celebrate the spectacular beauty of Holland and Flanders in springtime on this uniquely exclusive, 7-night cruise.

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Kenya –  Sold Out

June 25 – July 6, 2024

Escorted by Dave Jenike, COO, Cincinnati Zoo

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This will be a very intimate trip with limited availability. Please email Christina Anderson or call 513-487-3318 for more details.

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Tanzania – Sold Out

June 11- June 23, 2024

Escorted by David Orban, Director of Animal Science & Strategy

Come join us on this exciting 13-day adventure to Tanzania. Tanzania is renowned for its spectacular wildlife viewing. Your adventure takes you to Arusha, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro Crater for daily wildlife-viewing drives in open-top safari vehicles, then cap off the experience with three days on the Serengeti to witness the world-famous Great Migration. Return each day to memorable accommodations nestled amid idyllic African beauty, from the rim of Ngorongoro Crater to luxury tented camps perfectly positioned to access migration paths in the Serengeti.

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Tanzania – Sold Out

October 8 – October 20, 2024

Escorted by TBD

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Tanzania calls to mind vast landscapes dotted with herds of wildlife, lions lounging blissfully on sun-drenched rocks, and mighty elephants trundling through tall grasses. This 13-day safari with Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden makes vision a reality in Tanzania’s most celebrated parks for spectacular wildlife viewing. Set out in Arusha, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro for daily wildlife-viewing drives in open-top safari vehicles, then cap off the experience with three days on the Serengeti to witness the world-famous Great Migration. Return each day to memorable accommodations nestled amid idyllic African beauty, from the rim of Ngorongoro Crater to luxury tented camps perfectly positioned to access migration paths.

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Manitoba – Sold Out

October 23 – October 30, 2024

Escorted by Dr. Erin Curry, Cincinnati Zoo’s CREW

Come join the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden trip to Churchill, Manitoba: the polar bear capital of the world! If you’ve been hoping to see polar bears in the wild, this is the place to do it. In Oct/Nov of each year, bears congregate on the shores of the Hudson Bay waiting for sea ice to form, providing up-close viewing opportunities. We will be visiting during peak bear viewing week!

If you are interested in an African Safari please call or email Christina Anderson at 513-487-3318 or [email protected] for information for 2026 and beyond.

Galapagos

July 2-9, 2025 

Escorted by Dan Marsh, Director of Education

The Galápagos is one of the most scintillating yet intensely personal places to see wildlife on Earth, due to encounters in close proximity to wildlife that has no fear of humans. Located at the intersection of seven currents, these tiny islands off the coast of Ecuador are home to friendly flamingos, marine iguanas – the only reptiles that can swim; giant tortoises, penguins and blue-footed boobies. Guided by expert naturalists, explore the unique volcanic land- scapes on hikes and nature walks highlighted by close encoun- ters with amazing wildlife; swim and snorkel with colorful fish, rays and playful sea lions and as you discover the wild wonders of the Galápagos.

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Mexico – Sold Out

Mystical Migration of the Monarchs with Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

February 4, 2025 – February 10, 2025

Escorted by Brian Jorg

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Monarch

Patagonia – Sold Out

March 17-27, 2025

Escorted by Mark Fisher, Vice President of Facilities, Planning and Sustainability

Embark on a journey through nature’s most breathtaking landscapes, to witness iconic species of Patagonian wildlife. Join the Zoo in a trip to Patagonia March 17-27, 2025 with Mark Fisher, Vice President of Facilities, Planning and Sustainability.

Ireland & Northern Ireland

A Botanical Focused Trip

September 11 – 20, 2025

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Trip Highlights

Ireland and Northern Ireland – September 11th – 20th, 2025

Pre-tour Dublin includes Excursion: Wicklow – The Garden of Ireland & Powerscourt Estate Gardens

9/13 – Cobh to visit Blarney Castle & Gardens

Excursion option to Ballymaloe Cookery School for guided tour of Herb Garden

9/14 – Garnish Island – a tranquil island garden located in the sheltered harbour of Glengarriff in Bantry Bay – tour of Bantry House & Gardens

9/16 – Galway Ireland – visit Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden

9/19 Belfast – Queens Victoria University Botanic Gardens and the Ulster museum

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