The World’s 15 Best Nature Walks

1.Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79Our pick

Hike through Oahu’s rainforest to Manoa Falls, learn local plant lore, and visit a Waikiki lookout with hotel pickup for $79.

“I will definitely recommend this. With Robert as our guide, we learned a lot about the flora and fauna of Manoa, which we would not have known if we did the hike on our own. The water in the falls was not overflowing, but because we already read this in old reviews, we managed our expectations. But the hike in the rainforest is worthy of one's time. And we got a refreshing rainshower when we got to the falls. So 5 stars for Robert and the experience!”

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2.Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 230 reviews · from $47

Review of Doi Inthanon from Chiang Mai, with waterfalls, pagodas, a seasonal forest trek, lunch, coffee, and practical planning tips.

“It was a wonderful day trip to Doi Inthanon National Park and this tour exceeded my expectations. Tour company provides hotel pick up and drop off after the tour, which was convenient. Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. We were not rushed at all locations and the timing was perfect. Lunch was around 3 pm but tour guide warned about it and we had a stop to buy snacks, besides there were plenty of shops and cafes at each tour locations. Also, it was no additional charges and all entry tickets were included into the price.”

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3.Semi-Private Montserrat Monastery, Funicular & Scenic Nature Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $89Top rated

Review of Barcelona’s small-group Montserrat tour, with monastery, funicular, scenic hike, practical tips, price, and honest drawbacks.

“Our trip was wonderful. The natural park and monastery are both historic and visually beautiful. Our guides were fantastic and we very much appreciated their driving and guidance. This site is a bit outside of Barcelona but worth the visit.”

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4.Hill & Nature Hike – Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $116

Review of Edinburgh’s Pentland Hills hike with local guide Rishi, bus fare, snacks, wildlife, steep climbs, views, and practical tips.

“I really enjoyed my walk in the Pentland Hills with Rishi! It was such a unique way to experience Edinburgh and Rishi's love for the Scottish hills made it a memorable outing. I would highly recommend this excursion if you're looking to be out in nature while only 20-ish minutes away from the city. Note that the duration of the walk wasn't too long, but there is a fairly steep incline. Rishi was great about making everyone feel comfortable about their pace.”

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5.Chiang Mai Untouched Elephant: Nature Walk & Waterfall Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 77 reviews · 5 hours · from $51

Meet rescued elephants, walk to a jungle waterfall, share a local meal, and spend five hours in Chiang Mai’s rural hill country.

“Good experience , need to let clients know it will be a 2 hr drive from Chiang Mai in the back of an open air truck. Also, it was a 7 hrs experience not 4, which caused us to miss another function. Bring towels, bathing suit, change of clothes.( not listed on website “ to bring “ list. Actual experience with elephants fulfilled a dream though.”

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6.Montserrat Nature Walk, Monastery and Museum from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $90

Review of Montserrat’s small-group hike, monastery, museum, views, and local tastings from Barcelona, with practical advice on fitness, value, and timing.

“Very fun! Tour guide was fantastic, very friendly and made sure everyone felt safe and was having fun during the hike. Stunning view and very well worth it. Recommend bringing comfortable shoes as there is plenty of walking.”

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7.Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $37Best value

Review of Big Bear’s family-friendly forest hike with Amber, wild plants, wildlife lessons, stroller access, lake views, and practical tips.

“Amber is quite knowledgeable of plants, flora, etc. She was an excellent guide; helpful in every way. She also does jeep tours off-road, and we plan to do that upon returning to the area.”

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8.“Tropically Yours” Waterfall Nature Hike.

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 36 reviews · 4h 30m · from $100

Hike Grenada’s 7 Sisters Falls, swim in rainforest pools, meet farmers, and see St. George’s with a small English-speaking group.

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9.Nature Hike with Campfire Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 33 reviews · 7 hours · from $149

Review of Stockholm’s seven-hour winter forest hike, campfire lunch, fika, wildlife lessons, and practical tips for a small-group outing.

“It is a brisk paced hike some slippery areas to be expected, great view. guide was relaxed, friendly, knowledgeable good food and photos.”

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10.Nature Hike to Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $198

Review of Oahu’s private waterfall hike with Troy, scenic overlooks, rainforest trails, pickup, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“This was a great tour, Troy had lots of knowledge and was a great guide. Highly recommend! We were able to view many different beautiful locations.”

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11.Saint Lucia: Tet Paul Nature Trail Hiking Tour & Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 22 reviews · 5 hours · from $80

Review of Saint Lucia’s Tet Paul Trail and Hummingbird Beach tour, with hike details, drive time, costs, guides, and practical tips.

“Great, Kendal was the Best tour guide, loved the whole experience!!!”

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12.Nature Hike from Stockholm

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 20 reviews · 7 hours · from $149

Escape Stockholm for a seven-hour forest hike with lakes, rocky trails, campfire lunch, coffee, and a chance to spot capercaillie.

“Thank you Jasper for the great day out in the nature! Nicole & Finn”

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13.Soufriere Adventure Nature Trail Hike | Waterfall | Mud Baths

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $150

Review of DeTour Saint Lucia’s private Soufriere tour, with Piton views, Tet Paul hike, Sulphur Springs mud baths, and Piton Falls.

“We had an amazing time on this tour! Our family of 4 wanted to see the main highlights of St. Lucia, and this experience delivered perfectly. Our guide and driver, Ramiah, picked us up directly from our hotel, making everything very easy. AlonRead more”

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14.Denali Nature Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Review of Denali Nature Hike, a guided 2.5-hour walk through taiga and tundra with hotel pickup, hiking poles, and small groups.

“We enjoyed our hikes led by Josie who was informative and had lots to share about the area in which we hiked. It was more like a private tour as my husband and I were the only members in the “group”. Josie tailored it to my needs as I’m not the fastest of hikers. Definitely would recommend this tour! Thanks Josie!”

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15.Edinburgh: Hill & Nature Hike With a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $116

Hike the Pentland Hills from Edinburgh with local guide Rishi, enjoying lochs, wildlife, Highland views, snacks, and city bus travel.

“Rishi was a great guide. The hike was great fun. He took great care of everyone. In addition to the hike, Rishi gave us lots of information about the landscape, Edinburgh and nature. We felt very comfortable and would definitely book a hike with him again. Thank you Rishi for this great experience and the hike.”

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