The Best Coastal Walks in the World
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Love it when ocean views accompany your walk? Tackle epic cliffs, stroll along pristine beaches and enjoy pretty little seafronts on the best coastal hiking trails on the planet.
Coastlines tend to create natural walking trails – it’s easy to follow, just keep walking alongside the sea. It also just so happens that seaside walks spring up a whole lot of viewpoints and scenic spots, from hidden beaches and cool coves to dramatic cliff faces, which offer vast ocean vistas and incredible views of nesting birds, rock pools and inlets. Coastal hikes also offer the ideal resting points, be it a picturesque picnic stop, a beach to relax on, or the cooling nature of sea breezes and quick dips in the ocean. So, if you love exploring beautiful coastlines on foot, why not do it with an expert local guide and a small group of like-minded travellers? This selection of Culture Trips include guided coastal walks along some of the most beautiful stretches of shoreline on Earth.
Ireland, for cliffside views along the Wild Atlantic Way
Islands are obviously a great place to start if you’re looking for seaside walks, and Ireland is no exception. In fact the emerald isle’s heady mix of rich green countryside and a rocky border, which has been battered by the Atlantic Ocean for centuries, has created one of the most spectacular coastal routes there is. Our week-long road trip in Ireland traces the coastline from Dublin down to the West Cork Coastal Route and up along the famous Wild Atlantic Way to Galway. You’ll get to do the Scilly Walk from Kinsale, hike to the headland of Slea Head and day trip to a beautiful uninhabited island, exploring on foot and stopping for a picnic with a view. The highlight of the Wild Atlantic Way is without doubt the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, where towering sandstone structures are relentlessly pummelled by the force of the Atlantic. It’s the ultimate example of the ocean’s beauty and brutality rolled into one. A hearty helping of Guinness, whiskey and traditional Irish cuisine will fuel your memory-making adventures along the Irish coast.
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Next available from 13th Apr 2024
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STARTS AT
Dublin, Ireland
ENDS AT
Dublin, Ireland
DURATION
7
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
South Africa, for mountain views and incredible national parks
South Africa’s Western Cape boasts some of the most unique and impressive stretches of coast on the planet, spanning both the Indian and Atlantic Oceans. This loop trip is a great way to see as much of it as possible in 11 days. We’ll start and end in Cape Town, a city famous for its waterfront. We’ll stay at a hotel in Sea Point, so you can spend the mornings strolling down the pretty promenade, before taking a cable car ascent of Table Mountain, for a far clearer view of the vast oceans at Africa’s tip. We’ll also visit the Cape of Good Hope, Africa’s most southwesterly point, and go on a boat cruise in the gorgeous seaside town of Knysna. Then it’s on to Tsitsikamma National Park, a thrilling stretch of luscious parkland where the verdant forest and fynbos of South Africa meets the crashing waves of the ocean. Explore cosy coves, hidden beaches and stunning viewpoints throughout the park, as well as crossing the dramatic mouth of Storms River via suspension bridge.
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Next available from 3rd Feb 2024
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STARTS AT
Cape Town, South Africa
ENDS AT
Cape Town, South Africa
DURATION
11
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
The Galapagos, for the world's best wildlife-spotting trails
If you’re after something really exotic, then look no further than our five-day thriller in the Galapagos. This Ecuadorian archipelago is famously teeming with an extraordinarily diverse array of wildlife, not to mention a range of unique and striking coastal landscapes. On San Cristobal you’ll hike through lava fields to a stunning viewpoint over Darwin Bay, spotting rare birds like blue footed boobies as you go. You’ll see penguins, iguanas, sea lions and giant tortoises throughout your adventures on land and sea, and you’ll even be whisked across to a remote, uninhabited island for a private tour – which island you visit depends on the weather, time of year and wildlife-spotting prospects.
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Next available from 13th Jan 2024
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STARTS AT
Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island
ENDS AT
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristobal Island
DURATION
5
GROUP SIZE
14
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
Gili Trawangan, Bali, for serene island strolls
The tropical coasts of Bali are full of opportunities to explore, which is exactly what you’ll be able to do on our 12-day Indonesian epic. The coastal highlight of the trip is without doubt our excursion to the Gili Islands. We’ll spend three nights on Gili Trawangan at a beautiful seaside resort, featuring a spa, two pools and beach cinema. You’ll snorkel with sea turtles and visit the strange underwater statues near Gili Meno, but you’ll also have plenty of time to explore the island at your own pace. Keen walkers will be thrilled to hear you can actually walk around the entire island in just a few hours. Expect to discover some of the most amazing tropical beaches on your journey – the best bit? They’ll be totally empty.
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Next available from 16th Mar 2024
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STARTS AT
Bali, Indonesia
ENDS AT
Bali, Indonesia
DURATION
12
GROUP SIZE
18
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
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