Tips, Guides, and Inspiration for Nature Travelers
Whether you are planning a trip, looking to discover your next destination, seeking gear advice, or want to learn more about how to travel sustainably, we've got you covered. Explore our collection of stories, guides, and reflections that showcase the wonder of the ocean and the transformative power of travel with purpose
Field Notes: Close Encounters With Humpback Whales Near the Farallon Islands
Since our 2025 Farallon Islands whale watching season began in early April, we’ve experienced one remarkable day after another off…
From the Field: Q&A with Oceanic Society Naturalist Ray on the Wild Beauty of Palau
Why Naturalists Matter At the heart of every Oceanic Society expedition is a naturalist — a guide who brings the…
What Motivates a Lifetime of Travel? Susan’s Story
A Spark in the Solomon Islands 35 years ago, Susan Forster watched a group of canoes approach her dive boat…
Surfing the Bow: Wild Encounters with Dolphins in the Solomon Islands
The vessel, named the Bilikiki, the “big canoe” in the local Pidjin, has been gliding through the seas of the…
What to Expect at the Great Blue Hole
If the sky is clear, as it often is in Belize, the first thing you will see is an arc…
Discovering Raja Ampat: A Marine Biologist’s Perspective
For the past three years, I’ve been incredibly fortunate to co-lead Oceanic Society trips to one of the top destinations…
Why Turneffe Atoll Is Ideal for Experiencing Belize’s Abundant Wildlife
Acres of seagrass span out from the mangrove-clad islands of Belize’s Turneffe Atoll, a coral-formed atoll in the heart of…
Why Swimming with Humpback Whales Is the Ultimate Wildlife Experience
The boat departs at daybreak from the sandy banks of ‘Utangake, an island within the Vava’u region in the northeastern…
Swimming with Whales in Tonga: Your Guide to Common Questions
The Kingdom of Tonga, located in the heart of the South Pacific, has become a premier destination for eco-conscious travelers…
Raja Ampat Snorkeling: Our Comprehensive Guide
Back in 2011, Dalton Ambat, an Oceanic Society naturalist, and Wayne Sentman, our director of conservation travel, were leading a…
Cherished Memories from a Borneo Family Tour of a Lifetime
Heidi Friedlander’s 50th birthday was on the horizon. She and her husband, Josh, watched as their three children graduated college…
Discover Palau’s Legendary Rock Islands
According to Palauan creation myth, the god Uchelianged, displeased by the emptiness of the ocean, lifted the islands of Palau…
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