Thomson Family Adventures has twice has been rated #1 for family adventure travel by National Geographic Adventures magazine.
Judi Wineland, the first woman to open an adventure travel company back in 1978 and Rick Thomson, who founded Thomson Safaris in 1992, have always had a passion for exploring the world. When their daughters, Nicole and Erica were born they chose to share this important part of their lives with them. In doing so they found that nothing has been more rewarding than exposing their girls to diverse cultures and seeing the world through their eyes. Hence Thomson Family Adventures was born in 1998.
The Boss' Pitch: Why Travel With Thomson Family Adventures
Judi Wineland and Rick Thomson, founders and owners of Thomson Family Travel, believe: "Families come to us because they know that we're dedicated to family travel and that it's all we do. We've made it our mission to provide families with the opportunity to take their children/or grandchildren to discover the world in safety and comfort. Our success comes from our attention to detail-from family-friendly accommodations and meals to well-thought-out itineraries; from superb local guides and mentors (who are often parents themselves) to guaranteed departures. This level of dedication to families not only made us the industry leaders in family adventure travel-it's what keeps our families coming back. Show your kids the world; they'll love you for it!"Popular Adventure Travel Outings with Thomson Family Adventures
Costa Rica Teen Adventure: While this friendly tropical nation is a living, breathing science lesson, it's also an adventure lover's paradise. In Costa Rica families with teens will discover a variety of wildlife exploring Corcovado National Park on the Pacific coast and the pristine beaches of Puerto Viejo on the Atlantic coast. As the adventures go on, the group will be mixing in activities like whitewater rafting, hiking and a zip line canopy tour.Galapagos Islands & Inca Ruins: The first half of this family vacation takes place in the rolling highlands of the Ecuadorian Andes, hiking through scenic valleys, and visiting with villagers and artisans in vibrant markets to learn about their ancient culture and time-tested way of life. After the highlands, travelers embark on a cruise through the Galapagos Islands, one of the planet's most fascinating and well-preserved ecosystems.
Tanzania Family Safari: During this family vacation guests travel in custom made four-wheel drive Land Rover safari vehicles, navigating back roads and dusty tracks. Traverse a wide range of beautiful landscapes, from the volcanic cone of Mount Meru to the Great Rift Valley, from the dramatic, tree-strewn Tarangire to the endless plains of the Serengeti. See lions stalking herds of zebra and wildebeest, gazelles springing across dirt roads, hippos basking in rivers, and so much more. Meet local villagers, school children, artisans, and the proud Maasai people, who share their thoughts, traditions, languages, and everyday lives.
China: Great Wall, Guilin & Giant Pandas: Ancient, intriguing, and exquisitely beautiful, China makes for a family travel adventure like no other, with a striking juxtaposition of amazing modern advances and millennia-old history. Explore and learn about China and its culture with all five senses: sample some of the world's most delicious and varied cuisines; and hold a panda bear cub in your arms. Listen to story-songs sung by hundreds of villagers against a backdrop of mountains and evening sky; marvel at the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Terra Cotta Warriors of Xi'an; and sail bamboo rafts among the magical scenery of Yangshuo.
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