The area abounds with moose, grizzlies, wolves, cougars and eagles. Lodgings are in tented camps along the route. Setting off to raft and kayak a stretch of B.C.'s Klinaklini River, after being air-lifted by helicopter. Using amphibious planes, Sky Trekking Alaska, above, takes guests to some of the most remote regions of the state for hiking, picnics, fishing and just savouring great views. For those who would rather get their adrenaline rush from peaks than rapids, Canadian Mountain Holidays uses helicopters to transport guests among remote stretches of the Purcell Mountains, west of Banff.
Accommodations are at alpine inns, with sun decks, whirlpools and saunas.
Wilderness Travel's Costa Rica Wildlife expedition explores an impressive array of habitats for such a small country. An optional three-day extension heads to the Pacific Coast's Corcovado National Park, considered one of the finest rainforests in the Americas and known for its abundant population of scarlet macaws and monkeys. Australia is nearly 3 million square miles of some of the most varied and dramatic terrain on earth. In addition to air touring, the trip includes an overnight rail journey on the historic Ghan Train, camel riding, a catamaran sail and an optional hot air balloon ride. Hiking, fishing and wildlife watching are major activities on many trips.