Every spring, male greater prairie-chickens gather at ancient breeding grounds and compete for the chance to mate in Nebraska’s prairie grasslands. Their raucous displays include stomping, booming, whooping, and sparring. With exposed tail coverts and balloon-like air sacs flashing orange and yellow, few performances in the bird world are more memorable than this dawn […]

Every spring, the sagebrush plains of Northwest Colorado burst to life, shaking off the chill of winter with an explosion of wildlife activity. At first glance, these rolling landscapes might seem quiet and repetitive—but look closer, and you’ll discover a thriving ecosystem packed with iconic species like elk, pronghorn, wild horses, mountain lions, beavers, cranes, […]

Nestled in the heart of the Ozarks is a hidden gem of a region that is part southern and part midwestern. Scenic river valleys, peaceful oak forests, and charming small towns offer the perfect setting for a full weekend of birding and exploring the northwest corner of Arkansas. This part of Arkansas is a place […]

Southeast Arizona offers some of the best birding in the world. The region’s diversity of landscapes, elevational range, and plant communities provide habitat for more than 400 species throughout the year. Montane vegetation extending from the Rockies meets southern flora from the Sierra Madre Occidental. On the east, the Sonoran and Chihuahuan Deserts meet. Cool […]

Get ready to experience the Land of Fire and Ice like never before—a guided journey that combines Iceland’s awe-inspiring landscapes with rich natural history and local folklore. This is a place where towering waterfalls roar like thunder, volcanic landscapes steam with the power of the Earth’s core, and glaciers carve their way through mountains in […]

Guelaguetza, Flavors, & Traditions Unveiled Denver Botanic Gardens and Reefs to Rockies invite you on a vibrant journey to Oaxaca, Mexico, during its most spectacular annual event—La Guelaguetza. This colorful festival unites Oaxaca’s 16 ethnolinguistic groups in a celebration of the region’s rich cultural diversity. Adorned in traditional attire, communities perform their unique folk dances, […]

Costa Rica is a premier destination for birding and wildlife enthusiasts, offering a rich diversity of habitats that support an incredible array of species. This trip will take you to some of the country’s most celebrated wildlife areas. As we make our way to the Pacific Coast, we’ll stop at Carara National Park, known for […]

October is an excellent time to visit Yellowstone National Park. Summer crowds are almost entirely gone so it’s much easier to find solitude in America’s first national park. As fall progresses, bison and elk herds gather in the lowlands to build fat reserves for the coming winter. Grizzly and black bears are still active, with […]

Spirit of the Yucatán: A Día de los Muertos Journey through Mérida Denver Botanic Gardens and Reefs to Rockies invite you to uncover the vibrant traditions and breathtaking beauty of Mérida during Día de los Muertos. This curated adventure weaves together the heartfelt rituals of the celebration with immersive experiences in arts, cuisine, and history, […]

TRIP OVERVIEW Chile’s Southern Patagonia is the last frontier of the American continent—a land of wind, wilderness, and stunning landscapes. During this botanical expedition, led by two experts in the field, we’ll have the opportunity to explore everything from temperate rainforests of the Lakes District to the rugged steppe of Torres del Paine, discovering a […]

Trip Overview India, a country renowned for its rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes, is home to some remarkable big cats, including the snow leopard and the Bengal tiger. Ladakh, located in the far north of India, is prime snow leopard habitat. Surrounded by some of the world’s greatest mountain ranges, this former Tibetan Buddhist kingdom […]