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Hundreds of earthquakes shake the earth every day – some big, some small, some enormous! Meanwhile, boiling hot lava erupts from volcanoes around the world. But what are earthquakes and volcanoes? What causes them to happen? How do humans protect themselves? Let’s find out in this KS2 Earthquakes & Volcanoes workshop! An ideal workshop for schools all year round or for British Science Week.

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"A really positive, enriching experience. The children had not discussed this topic before the day, but went away with key vocabulary and an empathy for people involved in natural disasters such as these. It was clear that Adele had prepared thoroughly."

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• Explore the key aspects of the physical geography of volcanoes and earthquakes
• Examine current natural disasters and significant historical incidents
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Adventure Travel: 7 Extreme Places You Can Visit

Adventure travel often takes us to some of the most remote corners of the globe to visit places that few other people ever experience. But what if you wanted your travels to literally take you to the extremes? This is a list of the absolute most extreme places on the planet based on specific criteria and, as you'll see, some of them will take you into demanding environments that certainly aren't for the faint of heart. 

The Lowest Place on Earth

Unlike Everest, the lowest place on Earth – that is located above water anyway – is much easier to access. The shores of the Dead Sea in Jordan sits 418 meters (1371 ft) below sea level. But, it is easy to drive there and actually wade into those waters, where the mud is said to have cosmetic and healing properties. 

Traveling through Jordan is quite safe and easy, with Intrepid Travel offering a trip that includes a stop at the Dead Sea. 

The Highest Point on Earth

There are few places on Earth that are as extreme as Mt. Everest, the 8848 meter (29,029 ft) mountain that is the tallest on the planet. Despite its incredible height, however, each year several hundred people make the climb to the summit, where high winds and extremely cold temperatures push mountaineers to their physical limit. But it is the extremely thin air (oxygen is a third of what it is at sea level) that truly makes this an extreme destination, where altitude sickness is a serious concern at every step of the way.

Climbing Everest is not cheap - it costs upwards of $50,000 per person. But there are a number of companies that can guide you to the summit, including the Adventure Consultants and Himalayan Experience . 

The Hottest Place on Earth

The World Meteorological Organization officially recognizes Death Valley as the hottest place on Earth, thanks to a record-setting temperature recorded back in 1913. That's when the mercury actually climbed above 136ºF (57.7ºC). During the warmer months of the year, temperatures average well over 110ºF (43.3ºC), which is plenty hot for most of us.

Since Death Valley is part of the National Park System in the U.S., accessing this extreme environment is very easy to access for those who choose to do. 

The Coldest Place on Earth

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Russia's Vostok research station in Antarctica recorded the coldest temperature ever back in 1983 when the thermometer plunged to -128.5°F (-89.2°C). That's cold enough to freeze water almost instantly and cause human skin to contract frostbite nearly as fast.

It isn't easy for the average adventure traveler to visit Vostok however, but the Antarctic in general is much easier. There are a number of companies that offer Antarctic cruises of course, but if you want to really explore the continent than Adventure Network International is the one you want to contact. 

The Windiest Place on Earth

Antarctica may be the coldest place on Earth, but it doesn't hold the record for being the windiest. That distinction goes to Barrow Island in Australia, where a windspeed of 253.5 mph (408 km/h) was recorded back in 2010, besting a 75-year old record that had been set on Mt. Washington in the state of New Hampshire. 

Because Barrow Island is an "A" Class nature preserve, visiting it is a bit harder than Mt. Washington , which can be climbed just about any time of the year provided you are equipped to handle it. The island is actually off limits to visitors without a special permit, although you can explore the surrounding waters by boat. 

The Driest Place on Earth

Surrounded on one side by the Andes Mountains and Chile's Pacific Range on the other, the Atacama Desert is considered the driest place on the planet. In act, there are certain places there where it has not rained in recorded history. The lack of moisture and high altitude of the Atacama makes it one of the best places for stargazing in the world too. 

Visiting the Atacama Desert is also quite easy. There are a number of resorts and hostels in the town of ​ San Pedro , with options for adventure tours into the desert on foot, mountain bike, horseback, and even other modes of transportation available. 

The Most Remote Place on Earth

It is often difficult to quantify just how "remote" a place is, but the idea of a Pole of Inaccessibility is one popular measure. POI's are defined as places that are the furthest from any ocean, which as you can imagine can lead to some distance spots on the map. In Asia, the Pole of Inaccessibility sits at a point located in China's Xinjiang region, not far from the border with Kazakhstan. That point actually sits 1644 miles (2645 km) from any coastlines. That makes it the furthest point on Earth from an ocean.

Xinjiang is one of the more distant places in China, but it is still easy to reach the area, which does have some historical and cultural attractions that travelers will likely enjoy. 

There are of course other extreme places on the planet, but it is difficult to top this list for true natural extremes. If you manage to visit each of these places, you truly have gone to the ends of the Earth.

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Let’s Rock Out in your classroom! Explore rocks, minerals and wonders of geology in a fun, lab-style experience catered to school-agers. We’ll dig into earth science concepts, explore careers, and interact with exciting geologic specimens, some of which you get to keep and take home!

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Multiple activities will be offered during an event, to keep things fresh and fun.

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10 school trip ideas: geography trips

Ten Geography-themed trips engaging pupils with their environment.

These ten Geography-themed ideas for school trips highlight different aspects of the subject including weather, landscapes, nature and interaction between people and their environments.

1. Birdland Park

Opened in the Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water in 1957, Birdland Park and Gardens was one of the UK’s first attractions of its kind.

The park includes a wildlife education centre, the interactive Discovery Zone with face-to-face animal encounters, and Marshmouth Nature Reserve, a 2.5 acre trail through marshland, ponds, meadow and copse with views over the River Windrush.

These provide schools with a unique resource that can be booked together or used separately to create a fun way of interacting with nature.

Pupils can go pond dipping in the reserve, watch wild birds from lookouts and see insects, bats and other species of wildlife in a natural setting.

The education team offers hands-on activities focused on a whole range of environment, wildlife and seasonal themes, and these can be tailored to match classroom topics.

2. Corris Mine Explorers

Pupils can discover how man has changed and utilised the landscape with a visit to this authentic, virtually untouched Welsh slate mine in Powys.

Original objects and mining equipment are still in place as the miners left them, including machinery, tools, candles and a rail track. Opened in 1836 and working until the early 1970s, schools can explore different parts of the Braich Goch mine to compare the contrasting types of early and late excavations.

They can also extend their studies of local geography with a visit to the village of Corris, which expanded with the growing success of Braich Goch and surrounding slate mines.

Houses were built for miners, the number of churches and chapels multiplied and a range of shops were opened to cater for the needs of the miners and their families in the early 1900s.

3. Creswell Crags

Pupils will be transported back thousands of years at Creswell Crags, near Worksop in Nottinghamshire. In this network of limestone caves and rocky crags they will experience one of the most northerly places on earth to have been visited by our prehistoric ancestors.

Creswell Crags welcomes students of all ages and can design a visit to suit specific needs.

A good introduction to the site is the Ice Age Cave Tour where students visit the Robin Hood cave to learn about its past.

The tour can be complemented with a workshop, such as Creswell Rocks, where pupils look at how rocks have shaped the world around us and examine the properties of different rocks and how they are affected by elements such as water.

4. Heights of Abraham

Study Geography at different levels at the Heights of Abraham in Derbyshire. A visit will provide your pupils with a stimulating day out combined with extensive learning opportunities.

Get the day off to a flying start with an exhilarating journey on Britain’s first alpine-style cable car system that will take your pupils to the hilltop park with its fantastic views over the surrounding Peak District. Afterwards head down below for a tour through caverns that wind deep into the hillside.

It is said that the mining of this area began in Roman times, reaching its heyday in the 17th century. Guided tours allow pupils to retrace the footsteps of the miners and experience the network of naturally formed caverns and passageways dating back millions of years.

5. Jurassic Coast

Dinosaurs are always guaranteed to fire children’s imagination and they can walk in their footsteps on England’s first natural World Heritage site, the Jurassic Coast.

The 95-mile coastline stretching from Exmouth in Devon to Studland Bay, Dorset, has been carved over thousands of years by ice ages and changes in sea level.

The Big Jurassic Classroom educational programme offers a wealth of teacher resources to inspire pre and post-trip studies and the big day out itself. Exciting guided walk and fieldwork activities are available for different ages, including a workshop for primary pupils where they take home their own handmade fossils.

Secondary school sessions include a visit to Lyme Regis to examine how the popular tourist resort is being prevented from slipping into the sea. Pupils unravel the mystery as they follow clues along the two-hour walk.

6. Magna Science Adventure Centre

Pupils will be in their element at this engaging attraction set in a former steelworks in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. Magna comprises four gadget-packed pavilions themed around the elements of air, earth, fire and water.

Of particular relevance to Geography are the earth and water areas, which include stories of rock formation, mining, quarrying and water movement.

Education sessions include Volcanoes and Rocks, where pupils learn about volcanic layers and identify common types of rock.

A highlight is using clay to track the classic vinegar and baking soda ‘eruption’ before taking a core sample through their model volcano and then testing some real rock samples.

Magna also includes a spectacular multi-media show that tells the story of the site’s steel-making history and on-site adventure activities such as zip wire and abseiling.

7. Museum of Cannock Chase

Once home to the Valley Colliery, this Staffordshire museum and its surrounding landscape shows how the geographical and industrial history of the area has been shaped by the coal industry.

The museum was previously awarded a grant from Heritage Lottery Fund to completely refurbish the coal mining gallery. The museum vividly recreates life in times gone by and today it is hard to believe there was a pit on the site.

The colliery been replaced by more than 30 acres of green space on the edge of Cannock Chase, at the gateway to the Hednesford Hills Nature Reserve. Today the hills form one of the last remaining areas of heathland in Britain. Workshops include Habitat Discovery, for KS2, which unlocks the secrets of the heathland habitat.

8. National Stone Centre

Situated on a dramatic 50-acre site near Matlock in the Derbyshire Dales, the stone centre includes ancient tropical reefs, rocks and minerals and centuries of industrial history.

Pupils will be amazed to discover how the fossilised remains of sea creatures that lived near the equator millions of years ago became embedded in rocks high above sea level in this land-locked county.

The centre offers a variety of activities for Geography-based learning, including gem panning, soil study and fossil casting. Several of these activities are also included in the Treasure in the Rocks itinerary that offers short taster sessions.

Visits can be combined with a tour of the nearby Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, which shows how water power was successfully harnessed for textile production.

9. Natural History Museum

It might be in the middle of London, but the Natural History Museum is an outstanding resource for Geography studies.The educational programme taps into the collection of more than 70 million treasures from around the world and the new Darwin Centre, the museum’s state of the art research facility, hosts events for students.

General activities for schools include Wildlife Garden Explorers, available from April to October, where pupils are kitted out with a hat and binoculars for an expedition in the museum gardens.

Other sessions are available year-round and teachers and pupils can also visit the galleries on their own with the help of self-led guides. These provide an inspiring way for students of all Key Stages to get the most out of a curriculum-linked museum visit.

10. Wildnerness Wood

This 62-acre wood in the heart of the Sussex Weald dates back 2,000 years and today it demonstrates rural sustainability in action.

Teachers have a wide choice of ranger-led sessions, including an investigation of the wood’s minibeasts, with a pond dipping session, to look at their different habitats and how they use camouflage to blend in with the surroundings.

Another woodland trail is based around the seasons, where pupils look at the nature and landscape at the time of their visit and then work out what will happen in the next season.

Older pupils can take part in a GCSE Geography workshop that examines the impact of tourism and for AS Level there are dedicated ecology studies. Wilderness Wood can also arrange bespoke sessions to complement classroom studies.

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Most Extreme Adventure Tours in the World

In the age of social media, it’s easy to feel like every traveler is doing the same thing in the same place. But sometimes you want to forget there’s a road altogether and go where few others have gone before. 

Numerous companies have begun to offer tours that meet the growing demand for extreme experiences in extreme places. Pushing the limits, these are the world’s most extreme adventure expeditions.

15. Kayak With Sea Lions in the Galapagos

Destination:  Ecuador

Hosted by: Classic Journeys

Starting price: $6,595

Book it:  Online

The Experience: Kayaking With Sea Lions

The Galapagos Islands are one of the most unique places on the planet. Their isolation has provided the perfect circumstances for the evolution of several endemic species like blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, Galapagos tortoises and Galapagos sea lions. 

On this Classic Journeys tour, you'll get the chance to get up close with many of these species. You'll kayak with sea lions and sea turtles, or snorkel to see them underwater.

On land, you'll get to trek up to the world's second-largest volcanic caldera, learn about conservation and enjoy delicious gourmet meals.

14. Surf in Teahupoo

Destination:  Tahiti, French Polynesia

Hosted by: Teahupoo Adventure Tours and Surf

Starting price: $210

The Experience: Surfing in Teahuppo

Surfing is often considered an extreme sport, given the inherent dangers associated with trying to dominate the ocean. But when you do it in one of the most dangerous surf spots in the world, the danger — and thrill — is taken to another level. 

The Tahitian village of Teahupoo is famous for its heavy waves, which can sometimes be over 20 feet tall. The reef's semi-circular shape can also make the waves very wide, almost forming a wall of water that can knock you down into the reef below with incredible strength. 

You can book a half-day tour with Teahuppo Adventures for some incredibly fun, albeit risky, surfing.

13. Dive Between Two Continents

Destination:  Iceland

Hosted by:  Dive.Is

Starting price: $225

The Experience: Diving Between Two Continents

Iceland is a country of extremes and encounters. It is also one of the only places in the world where you can dive between the tectonic plates of two continents.

Located in Thingvellir National Park, the Silfa fissure is the crack where the Eurasian and the North American continents separated. The fissure is submerged in clear glacial water with high visibility, making it perfect for diving. 

You'll need to have a diving certification to enjoy the 40-minute tour. If you're absolutely bent on diving but don't have a certificate, plan ahead and get a two-day certificate and Silfa diving bundle.

You can also snorkel above the fissure , though we think diving deep into it is best.

12. Explore the Namibian and Antarctic Deserts in One Trip

Destination: South Africa, Antarctica, Namibia

Hosted by:  Wilderness Safaris and White Desert

Starting price: $98,405

The Experience: The Namibian and Antarctic Deserts

Rather than choose between two once-in-a-lifetime trips, let the collaboration between tour operators Wilderness Safaris and White Desert help you kill two birds with one stone. 

In this amazing expedition, you'll visit literal climate extremes. The adventure starts in the beautiful city of Cape Town, where you can enjoy vineyards, beaches and nightlife. Then, you'll head to Antarctica, the driest place on Earth to see emperor penguins and icebergs galore.

The third leg of the trip will take you to the Namibian desert, where the strenuous heat will contrast with the freezing landscape of the South Pole.

11. Hike Mount Hua

Destination: China

Hosted by:  Klook

Starting price: $105

The Experience: Hiking Mount Hua

Famous for its absurdly narrow paths, Mount Hua, or Huashan, is one of the most extreme hiking experiences you'll ever have. 

Many intrepid travelers come to Xian to climb the mountain by latching themselves onto the rock with skimpy metal chains. They then proceed to walk along loose planks while trying not to look down to the abyss right by their feet. Some of the planks are missing and have not been replaced and missteps have led to deaths — though we guess that's true of any hiking trip.

If you want to stay in the region for longer, you can do a four-day Xian highlights tour that includes the Terracotta Warriors, the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and Mount Hua.

10. Heli-Ski in Alaska

Destination: Alaska

Hosted by: Chugach Powder Guides

Starting price: $5,950

The Experience: Heli-Skiing in Alaska

Skiing in Alaska is already an awesome experience, but not many things can beat heli-skiing in the wildest state in the U.S.

The Chugach Mountains are part of the Chugach National Forest, not too far from Anchorage. They are remote and difficult to access, which is where a private helicopter comes in. This Chugach Powder Guides tour lets you get to places you wouldn't otherwise have access to and allows for changes in the itinerary based on weather conditions. 

Once the helicopter has landed, you'll ski down the mountain in wild, rugged conditions. The amazing views from the air are an added perk. When you're not skiing, you can rest at the luxurious Alyeska Resort and enjoy four-diamond meals at the Seven Glaciers Restaurant.

9. Enter a Volcanic Magma Chamber

Destination: Iceland

Hosted by:  Gray Line

Starting price: $342

The Experience: Entering a Magma Chamber

Going into the magma chamber of a volcano does not seem like it would be possible, but Iceland delivers once again. For less than $500 , you can hike to the top of the Thrihnukagigur Volcano and then be lowered through its crater into the magma chamber.

The lava that once filled the chamber has left its mark on the walls, displaying vibrant spots of red, blue and green hues. You'll be in the literal heart of a dormant volcano, whose center is deep enough to fit the Statue of Liberty.

This is undoubtedly one of the coolest underground experiences you can have.

8. Canoe With Hippos and Crocs

Destination:  Botswana and Zimbabwe

Hosted by:  National Geographic Expeditions

Starting price: $5,599

The Experience: Canoeing With Hippos and Crocs

Doing an African safari with National Geographic is guaranteed to be an adventure, no matter the country you visit. But what sets Zimbabwe and Botswana apart from other similar tours is the opportunity to navigate the Okavango River on a mokoro, a small traditional dugout boat. 

As part of Botswana's breathtaking Okavango Delta, the river is teeming with life — and not all of it is very friendly. Hippopotamuses and crocodiles lurk within the water. These two species are famously aggressive, landing within the top 10 most dangerous animals on Earth.

Besides this fun excursion, you'll get to see the mighty Victoria Falls, do bush walks in different national parks and see land animals like lions, cheetahs and elephants.

7. Bike Bolivia’s Death Road

Destination: Bolivia

Hosted by: Gravity Bolivia

Starting price: $125

The Experience: Biking Bolivia’s Death Road

Bolivia's North Yungas Road is most famously known as "Death Road" due to the dangers of traversing it.

As one of the most dangerous roads in the world , it was responsible for 200-300 deaths a year before the government built an alternative route for crossing La Paz to Coroico. Today, the road is mostly used by thrill-seeking tourists who bike its narrow, slippery and winding curves.

If you need to feel the nearness of death in order to feel alive, join a Gravity Bolivia tour through a 50-mile stretch. Be prepared for low visibility, no guardrails and a very, very steep fall.

6. Join a Survival Camp in the Amazon

Destination: Guyana

Hosted by: Adventure Life

Starting price: $3,375

The Experience: Joining a Survival Camp in the Amazon

Touring the Amazon is always an adventure. One of the most biodiverse places on Earth, the massive rainforest spans eight countries, is hot and humid, and hosts a number of dangerous species like caymans, anacondas, jaguars and giant spiders. 

But if you want an even more adventurous trip to the Amazon, we suggest this survival camp in Guyana. Perhaps the least visited part of the Amazon, you won't find large cities here like in Colombia or Brazil. Rather, you'll be able to visit indigenous villages and learn survival techniques from groups who have protected and survived in the jungle for centuries.

The Adventure Life tour will teach you how to "build shelter, make fire, find food" and other necessary skills in a place where those skills will definitely be needed.

5. Submarine Dive in Costa Rica

Destination: Costa Rica

Hosted by: Undersea Hunter

Starting price: $5,410 

The Experience: Submarine Diving in Costa Rica

If you're considering a diving trip to Costa Rica, we highly suggest going with Undersea Hunter . The 10-day tours will take you on a cruise to Cocos Island, where you'll get to spend multiple days diving and enjoying the nature on land. 

But what sets this company apart is that its tours include the DeepSee Sub Dives, for which you have to pay an additional $1,500 plus. These dives take you under the sea on an actual mini-submarine with a 360-degree view of the underwater world around you.

How cool is that?

4. Ski In Antarctica

Destination: Antarctica

Hosted by:  Ski Antarctica

Starting price:  Inquire with company

The Experience: Skiing in Antarctica

Going to the most remote continent is an expedition, even if you're just sailing through it. But imagine the absolute thrill of getting to ski in its wild landscapes. 

The strenuous experience is not for rookies and definitely not for the risk-adverse. There are no built resorts or manicured slopes here (thankfully!), so it will only be you, your group and nature. 

When you're not skiing, you'll get to see some of the continent's wildlife from a safe distance and enjoy an Antarctic sailing experience.

If you want other cool Antarctica experiences but aren't the best skier, G Adventures offers Antarctica cruises with possible camping and kayaking add-ons.

3. Bungee Jump Into an Active Volcano

Destination: Chile

Hosted by:  Bungee

Starting price: $15,958

The Experience: Bungee Jumping Into an Active Volcano

Chile's Villarrica Volcano is one of the most active in the country. Though its last major eruption happened in 1985, it has had numerous small eruptions since. No one knows when it will erupt next, which is exactly what attracts daredevils.

Here, you can bungee jump from a helicopter into the mouth of the volcano. We've seen people willing to put their lives at risk for the thrill of a death-defying stunt, but this takes things to a whole other level.

The complicated stunt was first done by Bungee for MTV. The company claimed 2018 would be the last time they stage the stunt, but then offered it on March 2020, though it's unclear whether it was canceled because of COVID-19.

We can't say if Bungee will be offering the stunt again, but given how much money people are willing to pay for it, someone else will start offering it soon enough.

2. Navigate from Pole to Pole

Destination:  From Canada to Antarctica

Hosted by:  Hurtigruten Expeditions

Starting price: $50,143

The Experience: Navigating from Pole to Pole

Navigate from the North Pole to the South Pole on an epic 93-day adventure unlike anything else you've ever done. 

This amazing Hurtigruten expedition  starts in Vancouver, Canada, making its way up to Alaska, the Arctic Circle and Greenland through the Northwest Passage. Then, it comes back along the East Coast of the U.S., stopping in New England ports like Nantucket before heading to Central America.

The ship will then cross the Panama Canal to go into South America, with stops in Ecuador and Peru. Visiting multiple ports along the Chilean and Argentinean Patagonia help prepare you for the last frontier: Antarctica.

Yes, the trip is over $50,000 per person. But if you have that kind of money, it's completely worth it.

1. Climb Mount Everest

Destination:  Nepal

Hosted by:  RMI Expeditions

Starting price: $74,000

The Experience: Climbing Mount Everest

In 1953, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first confirmed people to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Since then, only 4,000 people have managed the feat.

If this ultimate adventure is a dream for you, RMI Expeditions can make it happen for a starting price of $74,000. The duration of the trip depends on many factors, so the company estimates 74 days, the first 16 of which are mostly spent climbing up to Everest Base Camp.

You'll then acclimate yourself to the altitude while practicing the skills you will need to reach the summit of the world's tallest mountain.

This challenge is for people who are truly committed. It is extremely dangerous and demanding, both physically and mentally. You will need to have previous experience climbing at high altitudes. But if you make it, you will have done something very few other people in history have managed to do. 

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13 unusual and dangerous journeys to school

Barriers to education, children in conflicts, education in emergencies, girls' education, right to education, safe schools.

April 18, 2017

School can be a hard-won luxury in some parts of the world. Many children have to make the most unimaginable and dangerous journeys every day to access education.

For some children there is no easy stroll to a school bus stop – or an air-conditioned ride in a parent’s car.

Some walk along treacherous cliff edges. Others trek into the mountains for miles or cross broken bridges to be at school on time.

The solution seems simple: build roads and run buses. But for children living in rural or poverty-ridden areas there is no quick solution and often it is easier to quit school.

Every child has the right to a good education and the chance to reach their full potential. It helps to reduce poverty and inequality and keeps them safe.

Right to education

But more than 260 million children and adolescents around the world are out of school because education is not accessible for everyone.

We look at some of the dangerous journeys children make to get to school.

1. Zanskar, Himalayas

You have to be good at hiking to make this journey to school. But since it’s a boarding school children only need to make the exhausting trip every so often.

2. Zhang Jiawan Village, Southern China

Children climb unsecured wooden ladders to make it to school in this rural region of China.

3. Gulu, China

The only way to Zulu Elementary school is along a cliff edge. The narrow 1ft path runs for miles and takes children five hours to complete the journey.

4. Lebak, Indonesia

Even parents need to climb along a damaged suspension bridge to make sure their children make it to school on time.

5. Pangururan, Indonesia

Imagine being crammed inside this tiny boat. Even the roof is used for the daily commute to school.

6. Rio Negro River, Colombia

Students fly through the air on a steel cable 400 metres above The Rio Negro River. This school journey is not for those afraid of heights.

7. Sumatra, Indonesia

On their way to and from school, children must walk across a tightrope 30ft above a swollen river in Padang. Good balance is essential for getting to class.

8. Dujiangyan, China

Snow, wind and a very slippery bridge isn’t enough to stop children attending school. Children and their families have learned to overcome adverse weather conditions.

9. Sri Lanka

Schoolgirls walk across a narrow plank on the wall of the 16th century Gallery Fort in the heart of Sri Lanka. At least they have each other for support.

10. Delhi, India

Some children catch the bus and others hitch a lift from a horse. You can never complain about overcrowding on the bus to work again.

11. Myanmar

When a bus isn’t an option, there’s always a bull. Livestock serve many purposes including taking children to school.

12. Cilangkap Village, Indonesia

Bamboo shafts were made into a temporary bridge to allow students to cross the Ciherang River. Waterproof shoes are essential.

13. Rizal Province, Philippines

Elementary school children show their bravery by crossing a swollen river with inflated tyres.

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Challenge Academy delivers adventurous outdoor education experiences, in which your students will not only learn a range of life skills but will also have the

Maes y Lade Outdoors

A beautifully-converted Welsh hill farm at the foot of the Black Mountains, in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Part of Essex Outdoors, it has been

Woburn Safari Park

Exciting & educational day for children of all ages, with over 1000 wild animals in over 300 acres of beautiful parkland; you’ll get an unparalleled close

Castle Head Outdoor Residential Centre Grange over Sands Cumbria Field Studies Council

Castle Head Field Centre is located in south Cumbria between the coast of Morecambe Bay and the Lake District National Park. At the centre they

RSPB Saltholme Nature Reserve Middlesbrough

RSPB Saltholme Nature Reserve Middlesbrough provides fun school trip outdoor and indoor experiences where students can explore nature and take part in various outdoor activities.

RSPB Newport Wetlands Nature Reserve Outdoor Education Centre

RSPB Newport Wetlands Nature Reserve is home to many RSPB practiced professionals, who are experts in their chosen field and provide educational school trips that

The Bioasis: Immersive Residential Adventures

The year is 2074 and climate change has thrown our world into crisis. Your mission? Assemble your team and journey to The Bioasis. Reconnect with

Beaulieu National Motor Museum Hampshire

From the 13th-century Beaulieu Abbey to revolutionary motoring breakthroughs at the National Motor Museum, the attraction offers a wide range of opportunities for schools and

Epping Forest Field Studies Activity Environment Centre Field Studies Council

FSC Epping Forest Centre sits within an area of 2,400 hectares of wood-pasture a Site of Special Scientific Interest/Special Area of Conservation, it has six

Ingleborough Cave & Ingleborough Estate Nature Trail Yorkshire Dales

From its first discovery in 1837 to its transformation into an informative and engaging School Trip destination, Ingleborough Cave has never failed to impress, inspire

YMCA Fairthorne Manor Day Trip Outdoor Activity Centre Southampton

YMCA Fairthorne Manor Outdoor Activity Centre in Southampton provides adventure outdoor activity educational day trip experiences for schools and educational groups, outdoor pursuits can be

LEGOLAND Windsor Resort Berkshire

We offer bespoke Curriculum based LEGO Workshops for ages 3-11. Lead by our fully trained Education Team, we cover topics such as Robotics, Underwater Creatures,

Coldharbour Mill Working Wool Museum Devon

Coldharbour Mill Working Wool Museum Devon provides a mixture of workshops on the textile industry, with working machinery in action to give a flavour of

Battersea Park Childrens Zoo

Battersea Park Childrens Zoo London provide schools and educational groups with interactive guided tours that teach children in an educational but fun way about animals

Gulliver’s Land Resort Buckinghamshire

Gulliver’s Land Resort provides an enjoyable learning environment for students, where they can discover various attractions and animals such as, dinosaurs, reptiles and farm animals.

Kingswood Staffordshire Activity Centre

Purpose-built for school groups, students benefit from first-class study and adventure facilities in an idyllic location overlooking the picturesque beauty of the Wrekin and Clee

The School Journey Association School Trips Nationwide

Inspiring and exciting educational trips designed to bring subjects to life, extend students’ learning and develop their appreciation of local and international cultures outside the classroom. There is simply

National Forest Adventure Farm Staffordshire

National Forest Adventure Farm provides adventurous school trips that are aimed at younger students. Here, your pupils will enjoy an inspirational experience which is not

Carymoor Environmental Education Centre Somerset

Carymoor Environmental Trust provides inspirational outdoor learning. Our nature reserve has a wide variety of habitats to explore and our unique location next to a

Hampstead Heath Schools Programme London

Hampstead Heath Schools Programme offers exciting school trips, where students have the chance to discover a natural environment and various different organisms, while still remaining

English Heritage West Midlands

Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer Activity Centre Wales

Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer offers high quality outdoor and adventurous activities with on site accommodation for up to 70 students and support staff.

Zip World Llechwedd North Wales

Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre Day Visits

Located in the New Forest National Park, Avon Tyrrell, the UK Youth Outdoor Activity Centre is an established site offering outdoor learning opportunities.

English Heritage East Midlands

Thames Young Mariners Outdoor Education Centre Surrey

Thames Young Mariners is surrounded by 25 acres of public open space, which has been designated as a local nature reserve. Located near London, Thames

Chessington World of Adventures Resort

Chessington World of Adventures Resort is a fantastic theme park for school trips and educational groups to experience outside of the classroom. Students can also

Butser Ancient Farm Hampshire

Butser Ancient Farm is a world leading museum for experimental archaeology education, bringing the past to life through hands on reconstructions of prehistoric, Romano-British, Anglo-Saxon

Rhyd-y-creuau Outdoor Residential Centre Wales Field Studies Council

Rhyd-y-creuau field study centre is set in the Snowdonia National Park with wooded valleys, rocky shores and beaches to explore. Your students can enjoy outdoor

Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden Warwickshire

Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Gardens provides school trips & educational visits with great tours, exhibitions & interactive workshops, explore the Tudor gardens, medieval kitchens, great

English Heritage East of England

Kingswood West Runton Activity Centre Norfolk

With a diverse range of study environments along this coast and further inland on the Norfolk Broads, there are plenty of outdoor learning adventures to

GO Paintball London Forest Paintballing

GO Paintball London provides school students with a fully fun immersive Forest Paintball learning experience , students will gain confidence, improve communication skills and achieve

Pinkery Outdoor Residential Learning Centre Exmoor

Pinkery is Exmoor National Park’s centre for Outdoor Learning. Built as an upland farmhouse, the original building has been expanded to create a unique moorland

Zip World Windermere

Zip World Windermere introduces a brand new educational programme inviting teachers to escape the classroom and bring lessons to the great outdoors. On the banks

The Bug Parc Educational Zoo Norfolk

Book a trip to Bug Parc Educational Zoo Norfolk to meet some of nature’s strangest and most beautiful micro monsters. With hundreds of rare and

Wight Karting Isle of Wight

Wight Karting provides fun and adrenaline fuelled entertainment, where students can take part in adventurous go-karting activities on the beautiful Isle of Wight.

The Raptor Foundation

The Raptor Foundation is a Bird of Prey conservation & education centre with 25 years of experience. The centre is open to the public &

Kingswood Dukeshouse Wood Activity Centre Northumberland

GO Laser Tag London Forest Laser Tag

GO Laser Tag London is a new premier forest fully immersive laser tag active learning experience, Your in safe hands with experienced instructors looking after

We The Curious Science Centre

Bristol’s science centre is all about asking questions and testing things out, with two floors full of interactive exhibits, new experience Project What If and

Lee Valley VeloPark Olympic Park London

Here at Lee Valley VeloPark, we offer physically challenging school trip experiences, where your students will have the opportunity to cycle in the London 2012

Nettlecombe Court Outdoor residential Centre Williton Somerset Field Studies Council

Nettlecombe Court Field Study Centre is located in a valley at the edge of Exmoor National Park. The country mansion is set within heritage parkland,

Hilltop Outdoor Centre Norfolk

Independent Family run Hilltop Outdoor Centre Norfolk is set in 31 acres of beautiful woodlands on the north Norfolk coast with 2 distinct centres on

Cogges Manor Farm

Cogges Manor Farm in Witney, Oxfordshire provides 1000 years of History perfect for educational historical learning. The site appears in the Domesday Book of 1086

THORPE PARK SURREY

Thorpe Park in Surrey is a fantastic Theme Park for schools to enjoy, with endless fun thrilling rides, attractions, live events, epic roller coasters and

Woodrow High House Amersham Buckinghamshire Day Trips

Woodrow High House is London Youth’s outdoor education centre in Buckinghamshire, providing bespoke activity programmes dependent on the objectives of your visit. Visitors include primary, secondary,

Margam Discovery Centre Port Talbot Field Studies Council

FSC Margam Field Studies Discovery Centre is situated within Margam Park, an 850-acre country estate, with easy access to a wide variety of field sites

Hautbois Activity Centre Norfolk

By visiting Hautbois Activity Centre you can put some fun into the National Curriculum – all our activities encourage healthy living and help make exercise

Tile Barn Outdoor Centre Brockenhurst Hampshire

Tile Barn Outdoor Centre in Brockenhurst provides adventurous school trips and outdoor pursuits where students can take part in a variety of thrilling activities, ranging

National Railway Museum

Bring learning to life with a visit to the National Railway Museum and discover inspiring objects and stories from the world’s largest railway collection. Experience

The Real Outdoor Xperience Adventure Centre Cirencester

The Real Outdoor Xperience Adventure Centre Cirencester is a lake and land outdoor education adventure centre perfect for school trips and educational groups, set in

English Heritage Greater London

Iron Age Settlements, Roman Forts, Medieval Abbeys, Tudor Castles, Victorian Mansions and Gardens, and even World War Fortresses – you name it, our exceptional, out-of-the-classroom

The MAD (Mechanical Art & Design) Museum Warwickshire

The MAD Museum is based in the center of Stratford upon Avon, this attraction displays interactive pieces of mechanical art. “MAD” stands for Mechanical Art

RSPB Fairburn Ings

With pond dipping platforms, a visitor centre, a boardwalk and much much more, RSPB Fairburn Ings makes for an immersive and stimulating school trip experience.

Heights of Abraham Cable Cars, Caverns & Hilltop Park Derbyshire

Heights of Abraham Derbyshire provide schools and educational groups with a unique memorable outdoor experience from cable car journeys to historical hilltop guided tours to

RSPB Medmerry and Pagham and Pulborough Brooks Nature Reserves

RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Pagham Harbour and Medmerry Nature Reserves provide educational day trips with a wide variety of curriculum that suits all students, from primary

National Science and Media Museum Bradford

At the National Science and Media Museum, your group will have the chance to explore the science of light and sound in Wonderlab, the history

Science Zone Bournemouth

The Science Zone offers interactive educational experiences, where students can explore life-sized dinosaurs and the Solar System. The variety of activities that are available ensures

English Heritage South East

Crowden Outdoor Education Centre Derbyshire

Located in the Peak District National Park Crowden Outdoor Education Centre Derbyshire  provides high quality outdoor education either on a residential or day activity basis.

School Trips at Bristol Museums

Bristol Museums offer a wide range of school trips, where subjects such as history, literature, science and art are brought to life! Students will have

Paultons Theme Park Hampshire

Paultons Theme Park Hampshire is home to 70 rides and attractions, and set in over 140 acres of beautiful gardens, Paultons is the ideal venue

The Jorvik Group JORVIK Viking Centre York

Discover the Return of the Vikings to York at the newly re-imagined JORVIK Viking Centre.

The Sustainability Activity Centre Hampshire

The Centre offers a wide variety of exciting educational eco-activities that promote sustainable living and green issues in an inspiring yet tranquil setting, located in

Retro Computer Museum Leicestershire

The Retro Computer Museum Leicestershire provides historically focused school trips, where your students will have the chance to discover various computer and console systems from

Amersham Field Studies Activity Environment Centre Field Studies Council

The Field Studies Council, Amersham Centre offers fieldwork and outdoor learning for groups of all ages. Students experience stunning locations, curriculum focused work, high quality

All Things Wild Nature Centre Worcestershire

All Things Wild has a range of educational packages linked to the National Curriculum. Your school visit can be tailored to meet your needs; from

Zip World Tower South Wales

RSPB Leighton Moss Nature Reserve

RSPB Leighton Moss Nature Reserve offers a hands-on school trip experience where students can explore various habitats and investigate a variety of animals, from birdlife

Silverstone Museum Northamptonshire

At Silverstone Museum, students can explore the home of British Motor Racing! School groups will have the chance to learn about the history, engineering, and

Lulworth Outdoor Education Centre Dorset

With its stunning scenery and iconic coastal features, Lulworth is one of the best places to visit on a geography and/or geology based school trip.

Immersive Experiences Mobile Planetarium School Workshops Nationwide

Immersive Experiences is the UK’s multi-award-winning immersive learning/entertainment outreach provider, reaching a record breaking 200,000 people a year.

Bickley Hall Farm Wildlife Discovery Centre Cheshire

Bickley Hall Farm (Wildlife trust) provides fantastic opportunities for outdoor learning and compliments the National Curriculum, Our delivery staff are experienced environmental educators who are

Gulliver’s Valley Theme Park South Yorkshire

Gulliver’s Valley Theme Park provides School Trip experiences like no other! Here, students can explore over 50 thrilling rides and attractions and also discover the

Tower Bridge London

Tower Bridge is a world-famous landmark that provides educational groups with unforgettable school trip experiences. From exploring the high-level walkways to uncovering the history of

Imperial War Museum London

The (IWM) Imperial War Museum London provides students with an historical experience that cannot be found anywhere else. From exploring the causes of a world

RSPB Bempton Cliffs Nature Reserve East Yorkshire

RSPB Bempton Cliffs provides educational day trips, where students can explore the coastal environment and the abundance of wildlife that calls this habitat their home.

Big Hat Bushcamp School Bushcraft Courses Surrey

The aim of Big Hat Bushcamp is to give schools the ultimate bushcraft experience & leave all who visit with the knowledge and confidence to

Imperial War Museum North

If you’re searching for an immersive School Trip experience, look no further. (IWM) Imperial War Museum North has a variety of historically engaging exhibitions, which

Lost Earth Adventures Yorkshire

We’re experienced outdoor education specialists, providing residential and day trip activities to a huge range of intrepid student adventurers, from small to large schools and

Stratford Butterfly Farm Warwickshire

Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm offers an excellent opportunity for children of all ages to learn about tropical rainforest environments and the plants and animals that live

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Theme Park

Enjoy a thrilling educational or end of term treat day out at one of the UK’s favourite theme parks, Blackpool Pleasure Beach has its own

Cliffe House Shepley Huddersfield

If you’re looking for an Outdoor School Trip experience, then Cliffe House is the place for you! The natural surroundings and highly experienced staff make

Wellington Country Park Berkshire

With a miniature railway, various farm animals, an adventure playground, and even a pirate ship, Wellington Country Park offers the perfect School Trip destination for

The Hive Environmental Centre Essex

The Hive Environmental Centre Essex provides students of all ages with environmental education interlinked to the National Curriculum to support classroom-based learning through practical real-word

DIG An Archaeological Adventure York

Jorvik DIG with four special in-door excavation pits, all based on real-life digs in the city and filled with replica Roman, Viking, Medieval, and Victorian

Surbiton Raceway Surrey

Surbiton Raceway is a go kart track that allows youngsters to improve their team work skills. As a family run business, we specialise in the

Carlisle Castle Cumbria

An impressive frontier fortress with 900 years of history – excellent for Medieval, Tudor and Civil War topics. Carlisle Castle provides students with a sense

National Galleries of Scotland

The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art boasts an array of indoor and outdoor modern and contemporary art, set in two sculpture parks. See our

Godstone Farm Surrey

At Godstone Farm, students have the chance to interact with over 500 animals and enjoy the extensive outdoor play areas. This is the perfect school

Gulliver’s Kingdom Resort Derbyshire

Gulliver’s Kingdom Resort offers fun and engaging school trips, where students can take part in educational workshops and also enjoy themselves within the theme park.

UKSA Watersports Activity Centre Isle of Wight

UKSA enjoys a waterfront location in Cowes on the sunny Isle of Wight and is the perfect location for residential and non-residential water-sports and team

The Golden Hinde School Tours and Workshops London

At The Golden Hinde, the use of costumed educators and reenactments makes history come to life. This historical school trip allows students to experience what

The Jorvik Group Barley Hall York

Barley Hall (Jorvik Viking Group) is a medieval townhouse – once home to the Lord Mayor of York. Located on the doorstep of York Minster,

RSPB Minsmere Nature Reserve

RSPB Minsmere Nature Reserve provides environmental school trips for students of all ages and abilities.

London Stadium Tours (Former Olympic Stadium)

The former Olympic Stadium in London that inspired world class athletes is now transformed into a fantastic multi-use venue. Pupils can tour the home team’s

Aylmerton Outdoor Education Centre Norfolk

Aylmerton Outdoor Education Centre are based near the National Trust estate of Felbrigg, Norwich with access to miles of open countryside and outstanding coastlines run

World Famous Blue John Cavern Derbyshire

Blue John Cavern in Castleton, Derbyshire provides great school trip experiences such as Show Caves which have in-depth specific geological interests. The caverns within the

Lullingstone Roman Villa

One of the most important and complete Roman villas in Britain. It is home to some outstanding mosaics and an extensive range of collections and

Pooles Cavern and Country Park

Discover the largest stalactite and stalagmite in the Peak District and learn how water has eroded this vast series of chambers over millions of years,

High Ashurst Outdoor Education Centre Surrey

High Ashurst Outdoor Education Centre is set in 56 acres of woodland on Box Hill, near Dorking, in the tranquil Surrey Hills ‘Area of Outstanding

Woodlands Adventure & Outdoor Learning West Midlands

Woodlands Adventure West Midlands is situated in 30 acres of woodland offering both residential and outdoor activity day trip experiences for schools, girl guides, Scouts,

Westonbirt National Arboretum Gloucestershire

Internationally important tree collection that is managed by the Forestry Commission. Westonbirt is a great place for students of all ages to come to experience

South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre Chichester

The South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre was established to provide a facility where people of all ages could learn about science in a very

West Midland Safari Park School Trip

West Midlands Safari and Leisure Park Bewdley offers curriculum-linked hands-on activities in a purpose-built Safari Academy for schools. The education team has 40 years’ experience

Shakespeare’s Schoolroom &Guildhall Warwickshire

A visit to Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall provides school groups with fun, informal and authentic experiences that bring history to life.

Leicester Outdoor Pursuit Centre

Leicester Outdoor Pursuit Centre is one of the Midlands most popular Outdoor Activity & Education Centres, specialising in day trips for groups of 2-200 students

Bristol Aquarium

Here at Bristol Aquarium, School Students have the opportunity to embark on an underwater adventure, where they can discover thousands of aquatic creatures as well

Henley Fort Outdoor Education Centre Surrey

Henley Fort is a Victorian Fort built during the late 1Henley Fort is a Victorian Fort built during the late 19th Century to protect London

Liverpool British Music Experience

British Music Experience in Liverpool, students can immerse themselves into a museum of musical history and knowledge. On this musical school trip, students can discover

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm Bristol

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm in Somerset offers students everything they need for an educational, fun-packed, school trip. With over 100 different animal species (from chickens

English Heritage North East

St Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital Buckinghamshire

Set in the peaceful grounds of Tiggywinkles the worlds largest wildlife hospital and Europes first teaching hospital we have developed a very popular educational trail

Imperial War Museum Duxford

Here at the IWM (Imperial War Museum) Duxford, students can climb aboard historic aircrafts as well as visit the very rooms where Duxford’s Battle of

Brighton i360 Observation Tower Brighton

Take to the skies on the Brighton i360 and bring your school class or youth group on a School Trip they’ll never forget! From the

First Education and School Travel: All-Inclusive Residential Visits

First Education & School Travel is the UK’s leading school tour operator, providing all-inclusive residential school trip packages, including coach travel, accommodation, full board meals

Kingswood Grosvenor Hall Activity Centre Kent

Accelerated learning by doing and the ultimate adventure activity experience; a chance to enhance education, put theory into practice and encourage independence, self-awareness and teamwork

Manchester United’s Skills Lab Old Trafford Stadium

At the Manchester United Museum & Tour Centre, educational groups can enjoy interactive workshops, a tour of Old Trafford, as well as time for individual

Canal and River Tours Stratford Upon Avon

A surprising trip for young minds with river wildlife, not too much Shakespeare and a 200 hundred year old working lock.

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Environmental Geography & Climate Change

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Climate Change School Trips

Climate change and energy form an area of study that covers both physical and human geography. The topic is also tightly intertwined with politics, economics and sustainability - highlighted by the debate and controversy surrounding the COP28 summit in Dubai. The geo-politics of energy production have been relevant for decades, but it is only since more advanced satellite data and monitoring has become available that there is irrefutable evidence for global warming. The argument now lies in how much this warming is caused or exacerbated by human activity - climate science suggests humans are not helping the issue.

Another aspect of environmental geography is the problem of energy production and consumption. The expanding global population is pushing energy consumption to unsustainable levels, and debates rage about whether that demand can be sated through non-renewables including nuclear and shale gas, or whether renewable energy can be made efficient enough to solve the crisis. For the geography student, the topic forms a fascinating area of study, and for you the teacher, there are plenty of opportunities to take them to see the climate and energy problem played out in the field. We cannot recommend a climated change school visit highly enough.

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Rainy Rainforest

Life in the Rainforest is ever changing with a constant demand for resources. Join your One Day Facilitator to study the characteristics of this astonishing part of our planet, using drama and role play to bring its smells, sounds and sights to life.

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Flamingo Land

Did you know Flamingo Land offers educational workshops, tours and self guided workbooks all in the surroundings of an award winning zoo and theme park.

Eden Project & Cornwall for Primary and Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel

Cornwall enhances educational curriculums with visits to Tintagel Castle, exploring King Arthur's legend, engaging in Seal Sanctuary activities, and participating in workshops at the remarkable Eden Project.

Goblin Combe Lodge - Bristol

We are thrilled to have recently reopened Goblin Combe Lodge, campground, and woodland. This is a great facility, set within a limestone gorge, in 130 acres of natural woodland. Goblin Combe is just waiting for you to explore !!

In-Park Secondary Learning Sessions

We’re ready to welcome you and your students back to the Royal Parks with our specially adapted safe and secure outdoor learning provision. All sessions remain curriculum-linked to meet learning outcomes but additionally give students time outdoors

Day Trips at Willen Lake

Willen Lake offers a range of multi-activity sessions. Suitable for those with no experience who are keen to try something new. We offer watersports and land based activities which are sure to create a memorable experience for all students.

Sustainability in action! Come and visit us for a day or more to learn all about looking after the planet in our beautiful 55 acre woodland site nestled in the stunning South Downs National Park. Packed with hands on activities for all ages.

Residentials

The Sustainability Centre offers residential trips, day visits, forest school, farm visits and alternative education within our stunning 55 acre woodland. This provides access to beautiful countryside in the South Downs National Park.

Chocolate Tasting Workshop

A chocolate workshop with a difference. Delivered by an International Chocolate Judge, a Cocoa Encounters workshop balances the excitement of eating chocolate with the science, history, geography and design technology behind its taste.

Woodlands Outdoor Education Centre

Our educational courses bring together a residential experience with expert-led adventure activities. Courses are designed to give a potentially life enhancing experience and memories that can last a lifetime. Our courses are educational and fun.

Cumulus Outdoors Residential Centre - Swanage

Tailored adventure residentials on the Dorset coast at our residential centre in Swanage, can include activities such as Coasteering, Climbing, Mackerel Fishing, Field Studies, and Bushcraft, delivered by our highly qualified instructors.

Cornwall Tour

Cornwall is a safe, accessible and inspiring location for school groups of all ages! Bursting with curriculum-based visits and activities, ranging from science and geography to art and design, what will your students discover?

Cohort Educational Trips

Cohort is a multi-award winning, educational trip accommodation provider. We support you in delivering inspiring and transformative learning experiences for students of all ages. We specialise in Art, Geography, Primary School and Enrichment trips.

Arc Adventures

Perfect Mountain side activity centre with no fabricated environments - Real activities in real locations. We aim to provide new elements to the residential experience that take Outdoor Ed. to the next level.

Youth Climate Solutions

How better to prepare for your school's statutory 2025 Climate Action Plan obligations than to train your students in managing your climate audit? You'll also boost their transferable key skills and leave them feeling inspired along the way.

Aylmerton Outdoor Education Centre

We are an independent centre in beautiful North Norfolk, run by qualified teachers and experienced instructors. We offer an exciting range of curriculum linked outdoor activities to a loyal following of schools - one on their 30th visit in 2023!

School residentials on the beautiful Isle of Wight

We offer a 100% BESPOKE residential to the Isle of Wight for schools. This can include transport, accommodation, activities, risk assessments and so much more, allowing you to save time and money. Leave the work to us so you can focus on teaching!

Cumulus Outdoors Curriculum Day Trips

We run exciting and fun filled Adventure Activity Days on the Jurassic Coast for schools and youth groups. These outdoor activities are designed to improve self esteem, confidence and support learning outside the classroom.

Cote Ghyll Mill YHA

Affordable accommodation for school & youth group residential trips. Located in the beautiful North York Moors National Park. Nestled in it’s own private woodland with a wide range of outdoor adventures and learning experiences right on the doorste

Creative School Trips

Theatre Workout is a Destination Management Company (DMC) specialising in creative and cultural group travel for schools, working with UK and international school groups and the group travel industry to deliver hundreds of school trips each year!

Braeside Residential

Superb residential outdoor learning centre based on the edge of the Marlborough Downs in Wiltshire. Offering physical and educational programmes for young people tailored specifically to them in an idyllic setting.

Kilvrough Manor Outdoor Education Centre

Cumulus Outdoors Tented Village - Corfe Castle

Our exciting range of land and water based outdoor adventure activities take place at some of Dorset’s most iconic coastal locations and offer the unique opportunity to explore the stunning Jurassic Coastline whilst trying something new.

Edinburgh for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel

Curriculum Travel specialises in the younger age groups so all of our tours are age appropriate. One of our favourite tours as almost all of it can be done on foot. You must try the Storytelling experience with story tellers bringing books to life.

Isle of Wight - The Island Classroom

Do you like the idea of teaching your curriculum while your students minds are wide open? When better for them to learn than during the fun of your school trip? We are the Island Classroom, where you can combine fun with education in a unique way.

Day Trips at Bore Place

At Bore Place we aim to inspire young people with a love of the natural world, educate them about food production and regenerative farming, and involve them in taking care of our world for future generations.

Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Why is white chocolate white but milk chocolate brown? Which plant makes both furniture and clothes? Which birds roam free around the grounds? Discover these answers and much more as you explore our spectacular glasshouses and beautiful gardens!

Adur Outdoor Activity Centre

The Adur Centre is ideal for your school residential trip. We offer amazing activities including climbing, paddle sports, mountain biking and many more. The trip will be tailored to meet your needs and our residential trips are outstanding value!

Yenworthy Lodge

London for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel

Curriculum Travel provides customized educational tours in London, catering to primary and middle school students. These tours enhance learning through varied experiences, specifically designed to achieve distinct educational goals.

CSI - Crime Scene Investigation Forensic Science STEM Workshop

Proven to excite children's curiosity in Science, supporting KS2 National Curriculum and offering a cross-curricular "hands-on" interactive, full-day onsite STEM - CSI Forensic Science Workshop - Raising Aspirations and Attainment in Science & STEAM

Adventure Day Trips

Our bespoke day trips offer outdoor adventures together with impact-based learning, problem solving and reflection techniques. Our guides help pupils find meaning and inspiration whilst building ‘backpack skills’ for a lifetime of making a differ

Dynamic Earth

Students will gain a global understanding of Earth's climate, discovering it's the result of complex interactions between our planet's atmosphere, oceans and biosphere.

Margam Discovery Centre

Visit this centre set in the Margam Country Park, surrounded by beautiful parkland to explore. With easy access to a wide variety of field sites it is an excellent base for fun outdoor activities, geography and biology trips at all ages.

Epping Forest field centre

Epping Forest field centre, is situated in the heart of Epping Forest, an area of around 2,400 hectares of wood-pasture. Visit Epping Forest for fun and engaging primary or secondary one day outdoor field trips in London

Field Studies Council - London South East

Five fantastic locations in the South East offering fieldwork for all ages to bring the curriculum to life. The choice of day and residential centres include a huge range of excellent urban and rural field sites from Box Hill to Bushy Park.

Adventure Beyond

Real adventure education supporting health and well-being and environmental respect.

Conway Centres Tattenhall

Located in the beautiful village of Tattenhall just 7 miles from Chester the centre offers a peaceful haven and a base for wide range of Outdoor Activities and the Arts. It's proximity to many schools makes it ideal for day courses too.

Bishops Wood Field Centre

Surrounded by stunning ancient woodland Bishops Wood has a unique and sustainable centre building. It offers a range of fun and engaging primary or secondary one day outdoor field trips for geography, science and history.

Nettlecombe Court Field Centre

Field Studies Council Nettlecombe Court has excellent access to the Somerset coast as well as Exmoor National Park and The Quantocks Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Visit for fun outdoor activities, geography and biology trips at all ages.

Our education tutors will provide an opportunity to go behind the scenes to visit the Bough Beech reservoir, water treatment works and explore the hands-on activities in the blue zone.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

Residential fieldwork created specifically for International Baccalaureate Diploma students in geography, biology and ESS. Field Studies Council has a network of UK Centres to choose from, many with easy transport links for UK and major airports.

Conway Centres Anglesey

With direct access to the Menai Strait the venue offers both challenging Outdoor Activities & Creative/Performing Arts opportunities. Set in 169 acres there are an extensive range of on-site activities that last 3hrs so are as productive as possible.

Rhyd-y-creuau Field Centre

Rhyd-y-creuau field centre is set in the beautiful, rugged landscape of the Snowdonia National Park, making it an inspiring and fun location for your school geography, biology or primary school trip.

Flatford Mill field centre

Visit Flatford Mill field centre for fun residential geography and biology trips at all ages. The centre was our first field study centre set up during the 1940’s, set amidst quintessentially English countryside of the Dedham Vale in Suffolk.

Millport Field Centre

Field Studies Council Millport has purpose-built accommodation and teaching spaces which provide an excellent base for a range of courses. Just 10 minutes by ferry from the mainland. Great base for fun outdoor activities, biology and geography trips.

Juniper Hall Field Centre

Located in Surrey, Juniper Hall field centre is easy to reach but surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Box Hill. Visit for fun filled residential outdoor activity, geography and biology trips for all ages.

Castle Head FIeld Centre

With easy access to both the coastline of Morecambe Bay, the glaciated uplands of the southern Lake District and the lakes of Windermere and Coniston, FSC Castle Head is ideally situated for a wide range of field studies and adventurous activities.

Blencathra FIeld Centre

Blencathra occupies a dramatic setting at 300m up the south facing slope of Blencathra with an unparalleled panorama across the Lake District National Park. Visit for residential geography and biology trips at all ages.

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Top 10 Extreme Travel Adventures

Some travelers live on the edge. Never satisfied with lazing away their vacation days on the beach, these thrill seekers look for adventure on their days off. If orbiting the Earth, diving in shark-infested waters, or getting up-close-and-personal with a gorilla sounds like your idea of a good time, you're in luck. We've found 10 extreme travel adventures to get your heart racing and, just in case you aren't quite ready to light yourself on fire in a movie-quality stunt, we've also included a similar – albeit less-adrenaline-pulsing – alternative with each of our top adventure-filled trips.

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If your adrenaline pumps just watching The Fast and the Furious , your heart will feel like it's about to come out of your chest when you experience the real thing. Street racing is illegal, but law-abiding drag racing schools abound. Doug Foley's Drag Racing School ( www.dougfoley.com ) holds several public events across the nation (2010 dates are still scheduled in Phoenix, Las Vegas, and more); for the highest HBM (heart beats per minute), opt for the Super Comp Dragster package, a one-day extreme travel program that includes safety instruction and step-by-step familiarization with your car. Then it's time to hit the track, open the throttle, and make like Mario Andretti.

Low-Adrenaline Alternative: Not quite ready to get behind the wheel? Get behind Andretti himself and ride with him when you sign up for a Mario Andretti Fantasy Day (hosted by the Mario Adretti Racing School; dev.andrettigordon.com ; 2010 dates and location TBD). Yes, autographs are included.

Gorilla Safari

For the chance to interact with the one of the world's most-endangered species, follow in the footsteps of Dian Fossey, the anthropologist immortalized in the 1988 movie Gorillas in the Mist . No more than 790 mountain gorillas remain, but Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda is still the best place on the planet to spot one of these gentle herbivores. Their distinctive personalities are endearing, while the ruins of the Karisoke Research station where Fossey was murdered and buried are themselves quite moving. JK Safaris ( www.gorillasafaris.net ) runs four-day safaris to the area that include eco-lodge stays.

Low-Adrenaline Alternative: If you're not up to the extreme travel necessary to track the mountain gorillas, a visit to Monkey Mountain ( www.montagnedessinges.com ) in France provides primate interactions of a different kind: the 280 Barbary Macaques monkeys here roam free among visitors, but, be careful: These mischievous creatures are known to take food right out of visitors' hands!

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If you're a top-notch skier with a penchant for adrenaline, get off the trails and take to the skies by boarding a chopper and going heli-skiing, a sport that makes the trek up the mountain as exciting as the run down. Lured by the promise of untouched slopes, wilderness solitude, and challenging terrain, those who dare to get airborne access otherwise inaccessible peaks. Valdez Heli-Camps ( www.valdezhelicamps.com ) operates tours to the Chugach Mountains in Alaska; serious extremists book the four- or six-day Sound to Summit package that tackles Chugach's 13,000-foot peak and offers accommodations on a ship (complete with heliport) anchored in the Prince William Sound.

Low-Adrenaline Alternative: Have a fear of flying? Consider backcountry skiing in the Colorado Rockies instead; Paragon Guides ( www.paragonguides.com ) offers great off-the-trail treks in Vail for a slightly less extreme travel adventure in the snow.

For more trip-planning information, see our Alaska Travel Guide , then search for Alaska travel deals .

Mountain Climb

As the holy grail of mountain climbing, the legend of Mount Everest looms large in travelers' minds, and with good reason: Risking passage through the "death zone" (which takes lives every year) and reaching the summit is the achievement of a lifetime. If you're an accomplished climber, Adventure Consultants ( www.adventureconsultants.com ) offers summit expeditions from Nepal that will set you back about $65,000 and come with no guarantees of summiting.

Low-Adrenaline Alternative: If you've just got to see Everest but don't want to risk your life on extreme travel (or spend your life savings to do it), entirely doable (and more affordable) trips to base camp – complete with spectacular views – are available from KE Adventure Travel ( www.keadventure.com ) from $1,915.

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Whether you already consider snowboarding passé or simply can't wait till winter to carve up the slopes, try strapping on your board and tackling a mountain of sand. Sandboarding is a four-season extreme sport that's recently gained in popularity with snowboarders looking for a similar rush surrounded by surreal, desert landscapes. Sure, you could try surfing the dunes at your local beach, but for the real deal, head to Cerro Blanco near the Andes mountain range in Peru to find the world's tallest sand dune. Peru Adventure Tours ( www.peruadventurestours.com ) runs 8-hour extreme travel outings that include board rental and lunch.

Low-Adrenaline Alternative: If carving up the sand isn't your thing, explore via dune buggy in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area ( www.oregon.gov/OPRD ) instead.

See our Peru Travel Guide for more trip-planning information, then use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find flight, hotel, cruise, and more travel deals to Peru.

If Jaws didn't permanently scare you out of the water, pack your gear and go deep-sea diving with the sharks off the coast of Cape Point, South Africa. Apex Shark Expeditions ( www.apexpredators.com ) runs day trips into False Bay (some 30 minutes from Cape Town) between November and June, inviting you to swim for over an hour with Mako and blue sharks without anything but your wet suit between you and their fins.

Low-Adrenaline Alternative: Check out the world's largest predatory shark – the great white – in the Pacific waters around Mexico's Isla Guadalupe. Granted, this is still plenty adrenaline inducing, but Shark Diver's ( www.sharkdiver.com ) slightly less-extreme travel option puts you underwater – and safely behind bars – in a secure steel cage.

See our South Africa Travel Guide for more trip-planning information, then use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find flight, hotel, cruise, and more travel deals to South Africa.

Space Travel

The typical vacation will liberate you from the tedious orbit of the work day, but the 10-day space journey offered by Virginia-based Space Adventures ( www.spaceadventures.com ) blasts you from a launch pad in Kazakhstan into the actual orbit of the Earth, where gravity itself becomes obsolete as you circle the globe every 90 minutes. But if the thought of piggybacking on a Russian rocket for a cool $40 million grounds your extreme travel dreams, wait for a comfy chair on Richard Branson's Virgin Galactic ( www.virgingalactic.com ), which launched its first staffed flights in 2010: Paying passengers will have to wait till at least 2012 to hop aboard suborbital flights – but they'll "only" set you back a comparatively pocket-friendly $200,000.

Low-Adrenaline Alternative: Zero-gravity thrills at an even less-astronomical price ($4,950) are available in Las Vegas or in Cape Canaveral and Titusville, both in Florida, through Zero G ( www.gozerog.com ; a Space Adventures subsidiary), where you can simulate weightlessness via the same parabolic-flight maneuvers used to film a buoyant Tom Hanks in Apollo 13 .

Rappel down the side of a limestone cliff, squeeze through damp crevices covered with luminescent glowworms, leap from a subterranean waterfall, and go "black-water rafting" in the underground rapids at Ruakuri Cave, part of the otherworldly Waitomo cave system in New Zealand. The five-hour Black Abyss travel adventure offered by The Legendary Black Water Rafting Co. ( www.waitomo.com/black-water-rafting ) is the most challenging of the region's guided extreme travel tours, with a mix of climbing, rappelling, and cave tubing.

Low-Adrenaline Alternative: For a less-demanding domestic descent, go to Carlsbad Caverns National Park ( www.nps.gov/cave ) in southern New Mexico. Rather than rivers and waterfalls, the 300 caves here were carved out by limestone-dissolving sulfuric acid, making for a much drier – yet still "deeply" satisfying – experience.

See our New Zealand Travel Guide for more trip-planning information, then use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find flight, hotel, cruise, and more travel deals to New Zealand.

Stunt Studies

Making a living as a stunt person sounds crazy to most, but if you fancy yourself an adrenaline junkie, it probably sounds like a dream job. For a taste of the car chases, burning buildings, and free falls seen in high-octane action movies, head to Las Vegas. Thrillseekers Unlimited ( www.thrillseekersunlimited.com ) offers heart-pounding extreme travel adventures taught by working SAG stunt professionals; book the five-day Stunt Experience and you'll stunt fight and even be set on fire by your well-trained instructor.

Low-Adrenaline Alternative: Get ready for your high-jump close up by trying a tandem skydive –  they're offered at hundreds of locations across the country.

For more trip-planning information, see our Las Vegas Travel Guide , then search for Las Vegas travel deals .

Titanic Dive

You've seen the movie, but nothing prepares you for seeing the RMS Titanic up close. You don't have to be an oceanographer to get a look at the shipwreck of all shipwrecks, either – head to Newfoundland, where The Great Canadian Adventure Company ( www.adventures.ca ) runs expeditions aboard the Akademik Keldysh , a Russian research vessel capable of descending nearly 2.5 miles underwater to reach the ship's resting place. The privilege of seeing the Titanic up close costs nearly $55,000, but, for fanatics and extreme travel junkies alike, it's a small price to pay to be one of the first non-scientists to make the dive.

Low-Adrenaline Alternative: If your pockets aren't that deep, a snorkeling excursion in the Bahamas should satisfy some of your curiosity – minus the major expense. Bimini, Grand Bahama, Paradise, and Andros islands all have shipwrecks right offshore; all you need to explore them are your mask and fins.

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Summer Teen Backpacking Trips

Get lost in adventure & find yourself.

Come alive with adventure and discover the beauty of nature accessible only on foot! We will leave behind the modern world and use only what we carry on our backs, our own resourcefulness, and the gifts that nature provides. It’s time to get your teen out of their comfort zone and expanding their horizons while steeped in the beauty of nature.

Why hike and camp with Living Earth School?

Living Earth Teen Expeditions are the perfect blend of deep wilderness immersion, leadership lessons, team building and personal development.

Your teens will learn how to be a part of nature instead of just moving through nature, connecting them with something much bigger than themselves. Our backpacking guides are trained, professional naturalists who provide meaningful mentorship throughout the trip.

Participants will walk away with a variety of soft and hard skills, including:

Packing your pack with the proper gear for the trail and the weather

• Reading maps and navigating the trail

Low-impact backcountry camping etiquette, including tent and rain shelter basics

Campfire cooking, safe water harvesting, and setting up a secure bear bag

Working together as a team, while also building independence

Strengthening communication skills with others and self

Thriving in remote backcountry with greater confidence

Intro Backpacking Trip

This trip is designed for teens who love the outdoors but have never backpacked before. On this 6 day adventure we will hike to scenic views, splash in cool mountain water, and connect together in the peace of the forests and mountains. This trip aims to take beginners and, by the end, empower them with the skills to:

• Set up tents
• Use backpacking stoves
• Assess hazards

Work as a team and trust themselves

Difficulty will range from walking 1 flat mile in a day to hiking 5 miles in a day, including uphill and downhill (to see those views of course!), all while carrying 30-40lbs in a backpack. There will be sweaty days and relaxing evenings with our well-seasoned instructors as guides every step of the way.

LGBTQ+ Backpacking Trip

As much as we like to categorize, few things in nature fit perfectly into the neat little boxes we make – and that includes us humans. A first for Living Earth School this year, we are offering a teen backpacking trip for anyone in or exploring the LGBTQ+ community. If you know what labels fit you, great! If you’re still figuring that out, perfect! Figuring out community, becoming an adult, and identity is already a complicated equation when the default script more or less fits for you. This trip is about figuring out your own script.

You’ll get to connect to other young people and trip leaders with shared experiences, explore the outdoors in a welcoming and affirming environment, and celebrate your authentic self out in nature. Like all of our teen trips, this expedition will focus on building connections to the natural world, gaining forest skills, and digging deeper into personal and community skills.

No prior backpacking experience is required but will include hiking up to 5 miles in a day with 30-40lbs in a backpack.

Advanced Backpacking Trip

One of the beauties of backpacking is the ability to go to a destination that offers extreme beauty and adventure. This trip is designed for people who have been backpacking before, whether with LES or on their own. Participants will become comfortable with the ins and outs of expedition backpacking, including :

• Camp set up

Participants will also have the opportunity to help pick the route and decide our adventure together. Every day, participants will learn more about the core areas of leadership—work ethic, initiative, communication, attitude, and respect.

We will advance backcountry and leadership skills so that your child can pursue a lifetime of adventures to beautiful places all over the planet. This is a trip they won’t forget.

Details & Registration – Teen Summer Backpacking Trips

Ages 13 – 18

2024 Dates:

(Intro) Backpacking Trip 1: July 21 – 26 (FULL)

(LGBTQ+) Backpacking Trip 2: July 28 – August 2 (FULL)

(Advanced) Backpacking Trip 3: August 4 – 9 (FULL)

Drop off is 10 am Sunday and pick up is at 4 pm Friday, at the Living Earth School office .

Hiking in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains

Cost: $695 per trip

Financial Assistance: We do have a growing Scholarship Fund for campers this summer thanks to generous donors! Please fill out this APPLICATION FORM to be considered for financial assistance. Decisions are made on a first-come first-serve basis and applicants will hear back within 3 weeks. We recommend applying before Jan 15, 2024. The application period ends March 11th, 2024.

All gear and supplies will be included, other than the basic camping and clothing needs. We will send a what-to-bring list and details upon your registrations. Essential camping gear and backpacks are available to borrow from LES.

Please send us an email at c [email protected] with any questions!

• Free T-shirt included

17 COOLEST Day Trips from Saint Petersburg [2023!]

But that amazing wealth of history and culture isn’t just limited to Saint Petersburg. With imperial palaces and charming villages just a short train ride away, there’s so much to see and do outside of the city.

That’s why we put together this guide of the best day trips from Saint Petersburg. In this list, we highlight everything from cheap, cheerful and easy to reach destinations to romantic days out and excursions the whole family will love.

No matter what you’re looking for, we’ve got a day trip destination that’s perfect for you!

Here are the 18 best day trips from Saint Petersburg, Russia.

Quick Answer: Best Day Trips from Saint Petersburg

• Day Trips from Saint Petersburg by Train – From St. Petersburg: Full-Day Tour to Velikiy Novgorod
• Romantic Day Trips from Saint Petersburg for Couples – St. Petersburg: Raising Drawbridges Night Boat Tour
• Best Day Trips from Saint Petersburg with Kids –  Kronstadt
• Cheap Day Trips from Saint Petersburg – From St. Petersburg: Bus Tour to Pushkin

Best Places to Stay in St Petersburg

The old Imperial Capital, St Petersburg has a plenty of pretty sights to see and a plethora of day trips to entertain you, too. With all those day trips, you’re going to want to base yourself near to public transport, so here’s a selection of top accommodation on offer in the city so you don’t have to waste time researching.

• Best Hostel in St Petersburg •

The cuba hostel.

• Great budget choice

Located just steps from a subway station, staying at this recommended hostel in St Petersburg means you can get around the city quickly. The area is also home to Kazan Cathedral and a selection of other famous sites, such as the Hermitage. Rooms rates are reasonable, these guys even offer up free shots of vodka!

• Best Budget Hotel in St Petersburg •

Saint-petersburg hotel.

• Awesome river views

There’s a lot on offer at this hotel, plus a selection of rooms to suit you budget. The location along the river is PRIME if you want to take a day trip on a boat! Nearby, the tram, bus and metro will take you anywhere you want to be in the city, but the Hermitage and the city centre are also in walking distance. Easy.

• Best Luxury Hotel in St Petersburg •

The state hermitage museum official hotel.

• Ideal for history fans

If you’re looking for a luxury hotel in St Petersburg… stop looking now. This 5-star offering dates back to the 1830s and is ideally located in the centre of the city. The area is busy with bars and cafes and close to the metro so this beautiful hotel is a simple train ride to many sights.

#1 Best Day Trip from Saint Petersburg – Novgorod

Day trips from saint petersburg by train.

• Rich history
• Beautiful scenery
• Plenty of sightseeing

Located just three hours south of Saint Petersburg is Novgorod. The oldest town in Russia, Novgorod is packed with interesting attractions and historic landmarks and is easily accessible by train.

Novgorod’s top attraction is the Kremlin. Older than the Kremlin in Moscow, this city centre is bursting with history, culture, stories and legends. Cross the footbridge, pass through the gates and enjoy an afternoon of wandering the cobblestone streets and winding alleyways.

Within the Kremlin, you’ll also find the Monument to the Millenium of Russia, a massive statue dating back to 1862.

Other notable attractions in Novgorod include St. Sophia Cathedral, Yaroslav’s Court and the Vitoslavitsy Museum of Folk Wooden Architecture.

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#2 – Vyborg

• Great for architecture buffs
• Cool setting
• Beautiful castle

Vyborg is a small city located north of Saint Petersburg near the Finnish border. It has a rich and diverse history, eclectic architecture, and is a great day trip by train.

Since the town’s founding in the 114th century, it has changed hands between Russia, Sweden and Finland many times. In fact, until 1944, Vyborg was the second largest town in Finland.

Vyborg is home to a number of notable historic attractions, including Vyborg Castle, Market Square, the Round Tower and Alvar Aalto Library.

You’ll find a myriad of statues of historical figures dotted around town, including Peter the Great and Lenin, as well as moose and other animals. Go on a self-guided scavenger hunt and try to snap a pic with each of these unique figures.

#3 – Catherine Palace

• Exquisite décor
• Luxurious setting
• Beautiful architecture

Thirty kilometres south of Saint Petersburg is one of the most exquisite and stunning palaces in Russia .

Built for Tsarina Catherine I of Russia in the early-18th-century, Catherine Palace is a Rococo Palace that has a light blue stucco and gilded façade.

While the outside of the palace is stunning, it’s what’s inside that’s the real attraction. Within the palace, you’ll find lavish suites, grand ballrooms, spectacular paintings and detailed designs.

The jewel in the crown of Catherine Palace is without a doubt the Amber Room, a chamber decorated with amber panels, gold leaf and massive mirrors.

The original Amber Room was constructed in Prussia in the 18th-century. It was dismantled during the Second World War and lost shortly thereafter. Although this Amber Room is an exact replica, it’s no less impressive than the original.

#4 – Narva

• Unique history and culture
• Interesting sightseeing
• Beautiful location

Why not check a second country off your bucket list by taking a day trip from Saint Petersburg to Narva, Estonia. Narva can be reached in less than four hours by train, making it the perfect destination for an interesting day out.

Narva is the eastern-most city in Estonia. It sits on the banks of the Narva river, which serves as the border between these two former Soviet countries.

Although part of Estonia, Narva has an overwhelmingly Russian vibe. More than 90% of the population speaks Russian, and much of the city’s skyline is dominated by Soviet architecture.

When in Narva, make sure you visit the Narva Museum/Castle, which provides interesting insights and an eclectic display of Narva and Estonian history. The castle tower is also where you can enjoy a pretty great view of the city.

#5 – Helsinki

• Full of history
• Arty and creative
• Incredible sightseeing

Hop on the train and in just three hours you could find yourself at the centre of Helsinki, the largest city and capital of neighbouring Finland.

A stunning city surrounded by nature, Helsinki has a rich history, diverse culture and a wealth of interesting activities and attractions.

When in Helsinki, make sure you visit the Helsinki Cathedral, the unofficial symbol of the city; Temppeliaukio church, a 1960s church built right into the rocks; and the vibrant and lively Market Square.

Also worth a visit are the City Museum, the Botanical Gardens, and the charming Moomin Café.

If you have time, take a trip out into the archipelago and explore one of the Helsinki’s many islands. From uninhabited to historic fortresses, you’ll be amazed at just how much there is to see and explore.

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#6 – Drawbridge Night Tour

Romantic day trips from saint petersburg for couples.

• A MUST for architecture buffs

The drawbridges of Saint Petersburg are one of the city’s defining features. Throughout the city, there are more than 342 bridges spanning the canals and rivers.

On this romantic two-hour cruise , you will absolutely fall in love with the city as you watch the sunset and the light dance across Saint Petersburg’s most famous sights.

You’ll enjoy unique views of palaces and noble houses on the tour, and see cathedrals, theatres, fortresses and spires.

On this voyage, you’ll also have the chance to see two of the city’s most famous bridges in action. Sit back, relax and enjoy the show as two of Saint Petersburg’s main bridges rise right before your eyes.

#7 – The State Hermitage Museum

• Incredible culture and art
• A MUST for art lovers

One of the most romantic day trips you can take in Saint Petersburg won’t have you leaving the city at all. The State Hermitage Museum is an incredible art and culture museum and is well worth an entire day on your Russia itinerary.

The State Hermitage Museum is the second largest art museum in the world. Its collections are spread across six buildings on the Palace Embankment, including the Romanov Winter Palace and the Hermitage Theatre.

The collections are composed of more than three million items, including pieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, Da Vinci and Rembrandt.

One of the most exquisite sights in the museum is the Malachite Room. Embellished with lavish decorations and malachite ornamentation, this one-time drawing room will certainly blow your minds.

#8 – Ruskeala Mountain Park

• Unique day out
• Stunning natural scenery
• Fun outdoor activities

Get back to nature and enjoy a relaxing and romantic day in at Ruskeala Mountain Park.

Approximately three hundred kilometres north of Saint Petersburg, Ruskeala is a former marble quarry turned mountain park. When the site closed in the mid-20th-century, the quarries were filled with crystal clear waters.

Couples looking for a romantic day out can rent a boat and row across the main lake. Glide along the brilliant turquoise waters as you sit surrounded by slate grey stone and lush, verdant forest.

If you’re interested in exploring nature, there are plenty of hiking and walking trails surrounding the ponds. Whether you choose to walk along the edge, or deep in the bush, you’ll love seeing this stunning natural scenery and the cascading waterfalls.

#9 – Staraya Ladoga

• Pleasant village
• Incredibly sightseeing

Two hours east of Saint Petersburg is Staraya Ladoga. It is a charming and pleasant village that was the very first capital of Russia back in the late-9th-century.

This lush and serene village has an incredible wealth of historic attractions and landmarks, including a stone Kremlin, a number of fantastic churches, museums, and more. One of the things you can’t miss when visiting Staraya Ladoga is the hand-painted frescoes by Andrei Rublev.

Staraya Ladoga is also a great destination if you’re looking for a day trip that takes you back to nature. In and around the village are a myriad of paths and trails, ponds and lakes just waiting to be explored.

#10 – Kronstadt

Best day trips from saint petersburg with kids.

• Cool sites to explore
• Stunning cathedral

A fun and interesting day out for the whole family is a day trip from Saint Petersburg to Kronstadt.

A historic naval base, Kronstadt is located on an island in the Gulf of Finland just 30 kilometres outside of Saint Petersburg. In the early 20th-century, it was the main seaport of Saint Petersburg and was considered one of the most fortified ports on the planet.

The Kronstadt area was opened to visitors in 1998 and has since become a popular tourist attraction.

Kronstadt is home to a number of interesting museums that lend insight into Russia’s rich history. Whether you’re a culture vulture or a military maven, you’ll enjoy exploring the exhibits and displays at the Historic Architecture and Art Museum, the Museum of the Kronstadt Fortress, and the Maritime Factory Museum.

#11 – Oreshek Fortress

• Important military site
• Cool history
• Plenty to see and explore

Another important military site that will entertain all members of your family is the Oreshek Fortress. The fortress was built in the 14th-century to protect the nation from Swedish invaders. Over the last seven hundred years, the fortress has witnessed many historic battles and important moments.

In the early-19th-century, the fortress became a political prison, which housed notorious enemies of the state, including the brother of Vladimir Lenin.

Abandoned following the Russian Revolution in 1917, the Oreshek Fortress is today an incredibly interesting museum. Visitors can explore the historic sites and castle remains, and walk in the footsteps of Russia’s greatest protectors.

#12 – Peterhof Palace

• Russia’s Versailles
• Opulent and luxurious
• Stunning manicured landscape

Thirty kilometres outside of Saint Petersburg is the incredible Peterhof Palace. One of the most popular tourist attractions in Russia, a day trip from Saint Petersburg to Peterhof is perfect for all members of your family.

Inspired by Paris’ Palace of Versailles, Peterhof Palace is a magnificent Tsarist residence that has well-manicured gardens, cascading waterfalls, incredible fountains and hundreds of gilded statues.

Kickstart your day at Peterhof by exploring the palace museums. Here you can explore exhibits and displays of heritage furniture and period pieces that share Russia’s rich history.

Once you’ve browsed the museums, head outside and take in the lush landscapes and incredible gardens. With nearly 50 square kilometres of lawns, forests and paths to explore, you and your little ones will have a fantastic day exploring the Peterhof grounds.

#13 – Gatchina

• Plenty of space to play
• Interesting palace

Looking for a place where your kids can run, jump, laugh and play while you enjoy a restful and relaxing day? Then a day trip from Saint Petersburg to Gatchina is for you!

This massive palace and sprawling park are located in a charming village approximately 50 kilometres south of Saint Petersburg. The Great Gatchina Palace was one of the main residences of the Russian Imperial Family throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.

Unlike other palaces that you’ll see throughout the country, the Great Gatchina has no gilded domes or spiralling spires. Visitors can explore the palace learning interesting details and hearing stories and legends as they browse the magnificent rooms.

Outside of the palace walls, Gatchina is home to a massive and sprawling park. This lush landscape it perfect for taking a leisurely afternoon stroll and spending a day getting back to nature.

#14 – Leningrad Zoo

• Fun animal encounters
• Great day for the whole family
• Easy to get to

For a fun and exciting day your family won’t soon forget, take a day trip from Saint Petersburg to the Leningrad Zoo. The second largest zoo in Russia, Leningrad Zoo is home to more than 2000 animals from more than 400 different species.

The Leningrad Zoo was built in 1865. It is the oldest zoo in Russia and boasts incredible architecture and design. The zoo offers everything from education displays to interactive exhibitions, so you can get up close and personal with your favourite animals, mammals, amphibians and reptiles.

For an unforgettable experience, take part in one of the daily scheduled animals feedings. This is your chance to meet, see, and play with an array of exotic creatures.

#15 – Piterland AquaPark

• Fun and exciting
• Lots of pools to splash and play in
• Ideal for all ages

Piterland Aquapark is a fun, colourful and vibrant destination located on the Gulf of Finland. One of the largest indoor water parks in Europe, Piterland is more than 25,000 square meters of pools, rides, slides and incredible fun!

There’s no better place to let your kids run, jump splash and play that Piterland Aquapark. This massive indoor aquatic oasis is home to five large slides, several swimming pools, dive pools, wave pools and more. Kids of all ages will love spending a day in this exciting and entertaining place.

For parents, the Piterland Aqua Park boasts a number of relaxing attractions and restful experiences. Sit back and soak in one of the many Jacuzzis, saunas or steam baths.

For the ultimate day of pampering, visit the Piterland spa or enjoy a glass of wine at the on-site bar.

#16 – Pushkin

Cheap day trips from saint petersburg.

• Peaceful and relaxing
• Verdant and lush landscape
• Cheap and cheerful day out

A small town south of Saint Petersburg, Pushkin is the perfect day trip destination for cost-conscious travellers.

Formerly known as the “Tsar’s Village,” Pushkin is a charming and historic town packed with parks and imperial palaces. Back in the day, many Russian noble families chose to build their summer residences in Pushkin thanks to its lush landscapes and seaside local.

Today, Pushkin is one of the greenest areas of the city. It boasts a myriad of expansive and verdant green spaces and is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustles of Saint Petersburg city life.

Pack a picnic and enjoy a relaxing day in one of Pushkin’s many spectacular parks.

#17 – Strelna

• Interesting site
• Beautiful surroundings

Located mid-way between Saint Petersburg city centre and the Peterhof palace is the small town of Strelna .

Strelna is one of the most overlooked tourist destinations in Russia. Although it is home to a number of imperial palaces and stunning sites, it’s often passed over in favour of Peterhof and pretty Pushkin. But, with easy access from Saint Petersburg and so much to see, we highly recommend you take the time to visit.

One of the town’s most famous attractions is Konstantin Palace. Built as a summer residence for Peter the Great, the palace remained under construction for nearly 100 years. In 2001, Putin had the palace refurbished and converted into the presidential palace of Saint Petersburg with spectacular grounds and manicured landscapes.

Bonus Trip! – Pavlovsk

• Unique animal encounters
• Great day out for all

Thirty kilometres outside of Saint Petersburg is the charming and splendid town of Pavlovsk. Located on the left bank of the Neva River, the town is surrounded by rolling hills and sprawling valleys. A day trip from Saint Petersburg to Pavlovsk is worth it if only to catch a glimpse of the passing scenery.

Pavlovsk is home to the impressive Pavlovsk Palace. A former residence of Emperor Paul I, this 18th-century palace is one of the best-preserved Russian royal residences outside of the capital. It boasts an incredible and expansive park, impressive architecture and a fascinating history.

The park is also home to a friendly and social scurry of squirrels. These curious critters aren’t scared of people, so bring a handful of nuts or a few squirrel-friendly snacks and enjoy hand-feeding and interactive with these rambunctious mammals.

Final Thoughts on the Best Day Trips from Saint Petersburg

Russia is a country brimming with fascinating history, diverse culture and spectacular sightseeing – and that isn’t just limited to major city centres.

If you’re looking for accommodation when in Saint Petersburg, check out our bargain guide to the 15 best hostels in St Petersburg to save you precious time and money.

In the towns and villages surrounding Saint Petersburg, there are exquisite imperial palaces, lush landscapes and exciting adventure parks to keep you amazed and enthralled. You’ll be spoiled for choice of things to see and do.

Travelling by train? No problem! Saint Petersburg is a well-connected transportation hub. Whether you’re travelling to nearby Novgorod, Narva, or beyond, simply hop on the train and enjoy the ride!

Even if you’ve got your kids in tow, there’s plenty to see, do and experience in Russia. From animal encounters to aquatic adventure parks, your whole family won’t soon forget the time you spent in Russia.

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Oranienbaum Park

Like the fabulous buildings at Oranienbaum, the park around them is in need of a great deal of tender, loving cate to restore it to its former glories. While some parts of the varied parkland can still give a fair impression of the carefully planned landscaping carried out in the reign of Catherine the Great, others are so overgrown as to have become just wilderness.

The Upper Park, to the south-west of the Grand Menshikov Palace , is the most beautiful section of the estate, with varied woodland interlaced with canals, bridges and ponds. Laid out in the reign of Catherine the Great by Joseph Bush, the rolling parkland contains the Chinese Palace and Antonio Rinaldi's equally fascinating Sliding Hill, a three-storey, blue-and-white baroque pavilion that was once the starting point for a 500m "rollercoaster" using sledges or wheeled carts. Other buildings in the Upper Park include the Stone Hall, used in Catherine's reign for masquerades, the late 19 th century Pergola, and the simple neoclassical Cavaliers' Room, which now houses a cafe. The Upper Park also boasts a deer enclosure with tame and very friedly inmates.

The Lower Park around the Grand Menshikov Palace was laid out in the early 18th century, when formal gardens were still the fashion, and hence there is little to see for now among the unkempt flower beds and silty ponds.

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