Leading adventure tour operator Explore Worldwide has just launched an exciting new range of destinations for 2025, building on a year of significant growth and expansion for the small-group travel company.
Explore is dedicated to providing its customers with unique and unforgettable experiences, and this latest offering brings an exceptional array of adventures and cultural immersion in off-the-beaten-path destinations. Over the past year, Explore has seen remarkable growth, recently reporting a 59% Year-over-Year (YoY) growth in bookings, fuelled by its commitment to pioneering new destinations and continually expanding where its customers want to go and the experiences they can have.
New for 2025, Explore introduces a West African adventure in Ghana—where Explore stands out as one of the few small-group operators offering a standalone trip to this emerging destination. Other highlights include an exhilarating Gorilla Discovery tour in Uganda and Rwanda, as well as a winter escape to Finland, where travellers can experience the magic of Husky sledding through the snow-covered wilderness.
Whether meeting village chiefs in Ghana, exploring Rwanda’s lush rainforests or experiencing reindeer herding with the indigenous Sami people of Finland, each tour promises immersive and authentic encounters with local people, traditions, and landscapes, all while maintaining a light environmental footprint.
For active adventurers, Explore’s new launch includes a walking tour through the rugged natural landscapes of Northern Ireland, a scenic cycling tour through the charming French countryside, and an action-packed adventure through Chile, showcasing some of South America’s otherworldly landscapes.
This latest launch brings fresh opportunities for Explore’s trade partners, providing travel agents with a new array of unique destinations and tours to offer their customers. Led by expert tour leaders, these small-group tours promise to bring customers to the heart of these exciting destinations.
Looking ahead, Explore is committed to staying at the forefront of adventure travel, with even more new destinations set to launch in the coming months. From wildlife encounters to remote cultural immersions, Explore is always seeking the next extraordinary experience to offer its travellers.
Here are some of the new tours in Explore’s latest launch:
Finnish Lapland Adventure – 5 Nights – From $4,070 AUD per person
Explore has launched its first trip in Finland with the Finnish Lapland Winter Adventure. Spend five nights in the remote village of Inari, which is nestled in the heart of Finnish Lapland, where snow-covered landscapes and the enchanting aurora borealis set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. Inari’s dark skies provide ideal conditions for viewing the Northern Lights when the weather permits.
This trip includes winter activities like cross-country skiing and husky sledding, along with a visit to a local reindeer herder for an authentic Sami cultural experience. The first departure is on 26 January 2025.
Walk Northern Ireland & Donegal – 7 Nights – From $5,090 AUD per person
Explore has launched its first-ever Northern Ireland trip with a new week-long Walk Northern Ireland and Donegal tour. Taking you from the rich history of Belfast, past impressive castles, the rugged beauty of the Giant’s Causeway and the serene wilderness of Glenveagh National Park, this tour offers a perfect blend of natural wonders and authentic Irish experiences. It also includes authentic experiences like whiskey tasting and a traditional sheepdog demonstration. The first departure is on 4 May 2025.
Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla Discovery – 9 Nights – From $10,810 AUD per person
Combining Uganda and Rwanda, two fantastic countries, the highlight of this trip is the once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the ultimate wildlife encounter, witnessing the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat in Bwindi National Park. Journeying through other much-overlooked destinations, the tour also visits Lake Mburo, home to leopards, hyenas and buffalo and the stunning mountainous Volcano National Park in Rwanda in search of golden monkeys. The trip ends in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda. The first departure is on 16 November 2024.
Cycling in France – The Loire Valley – 7 Nights – From $3,360 AUD per person
Enjoy a week-long cycling adventure through the Loire Valley, experiencing charming chateaux, delightful wine tastings, and the picturesque beauty of this iconic French region. Enjoy scenic rides through charming towns in the French countryside, ending your journey in the historic city of Blois. The first departure is on 14 June 2025.
Highlights of Chile – Atacama to Paine – 12 Nights – From $9,690 AUD per person
Outdoor lovers will be in their element on this 13-day tour through some of South America’s most outstanding landscapes. Chile is a land of extremes, showcasing barren desert moonscapes, dramatic granite spires and verdant farmland peppered with emerald lakes. This action-packed tour includes walking in the Atacama’s Moon Valley, hiking in the Lake District beneath Osorno Volcano, and exploring the glacial lakes and mountains of Torres del Paine. The first departure is on 16 March 2025.
Best of Ghana – 14 Nights – From $7,130 AUD per person
This new two-week Best of Ghana tour offers rich cultural experiences like meeting village chiefs, exploring one of West Africa’s largest markets, and discovering the Ashanti Kingdom in Kumasi. Enjoy the golden coastline on the Gulf of Guinea and explore the wildlife of Mole National Park. The first departure is on 7 March 2025.
For more information on Explore’s latest new tours visit www.exploreworldwide.com.au.
