Stay and play
These four wildlife-focused destinations will help bring out the planet protector in your child.
Meet endangered Galápagos giant tortoises, join National Geographic photographers on nature walks, and explore via kayak and paddleboard on this cruise from National Geographic Expeditions. Bonus: Through the Nat Geo Global Explorers program, kids can get the scoop on storytelling and exploring from the pros.
Descendants of horses brought to North America by Spanish explorers in the late 1400s and early 1500s, Spanish mustangs are called by some “America’s heritage horse. Families can take a historical walking tour with the Windcross Conservancy and learn about these horse’s history and protection efforts. Help care for the animals, assist trainers, or just sit back and observe.
The Puffin and Petrel Patrol, an all-ages group of local volunteers, ensures that the largest puffin colony