GO LONGER AND FURTHER

EXPLORE BY AIR, LAND AND SEA

Ecuador

Beginning in Ecuador’s Mashpi Reserve, you will explore the forest canopy in the adjoining 2,500 hectares of cloud forest from a sky bike and canopy gondola. Led by expert guides, you will also explore the forest on foot and observe expert naturalists at work. On the Galápagos Islands, their exotic wildlife can be observed up-close on an island-hopping safari staying on both Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands. Experiences include day trips on the Sea Lion yacht, a visit to see the famous giant tortoises of El Manzanillo and a visit to the Charles Darwin research station.

Scott Dunn (020 3553 1706; scottdunn. com) offers a 12-night itinerary from £9,800 full-board, including transfers and return flights from London

CRUISE THE WHITE CONTINENT Antarctica

On this polar adventure aboard the expedition cruise ship Ocean Endeavour, you will see large colonies of many of Antarctica’s eight species of penguin, including orange-breasted emperor and king penguins. You will also see many of the region’s six species of seal, including weddell and leopard seals, as well as whales in deeper water. After cruising down the Beagle Channel and crossing the Drake Passage, you will explore the Antarctic Peninsula, making landings from Zodiac inflatables before returning via the South Shetland Isles.

Intrepid (0808 274 5111; intrepidtravel. com) offers a 14-day trip from £9,210, including full-board accommodation on the ship but not flights