The 15 Best Garden & Nature Walks

1.Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 841 reviews · 11 hours · from $62Our pick

Spend a full day in Doi Inthanon National Park with guides such as Mo, James, Paul, or Yoong. Visit Thailand’s highest point, the Twin Pagodas, a Hmong village, and Wachirathan Waterfall, then hike the 2.78-kilometer Kew Mae Pan Trail, open November through May.

“We loved this day out. Our guide James was great. He was fun, friendly and looked out for us all. Pick up and drop off to/from our hotel was smooth and communication from the guide beforehand was good. The national park is beautiful, we particularly enjoyed the hike. Would recommend this if you want a good day out when in Chiang Mai.”

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2.Doi Inthanon Park Tour & Kew Mae Pan Trail Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 125 reviews · 1 day

Travel from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon with an English-speaking guide, then hike the two-hour Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail with a local hill-tribe guide. You’ll see Wachirathan Waterfall, Thailand’s highest point, the King and Queen Pagodas, and Hmong and Karen community markets. Guide Nina has earned praise for her professional, friendly approach.

“My wife and I had a great time with this day tour. Our guide, Nina, was also very approachable and professional. The twin pagodas were very serene while the Kew Mae Pan trail was undulating nad scenic! I’d recommend this for anyone who is visiting Doi Inthanon for the first time!”

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3.Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $102Top rated

You’ll tour Puerto Vallarta Botanical Garden with a guide such as Bengy, hike beside the Horcones River, then relax at Los Veranos Adventure Park with river pools, natural slides, tequila tasting, rescued animals, and optional food.

“Very Professional and Accommodating tour service. At the very last minute, I booked an excursion to a hiking tour at the Botanical Gardens and really enjoyed it. I was confused by the logistics (but that was all on me because I am not familiar with the local surroundings so I ended up missing the meeting time). Luckily, the staff was very nice and arranged for me to catch up with the rest of the tour group. I was very happy with the hike. Found a lot of floral and fauna treasures. Met some cool rescued animals and a very chill dog who was the unofficial boss at the entrance. Another…”

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4.Skaftafell: Blue Ice Maze Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 111 reviews · 4 hours · from $139

Walk through Falljökull’s natural blue ice maze on a four-hour, small-group hike from Skaftafell. Guides such as Pawel, Nil, James, and Ola lead you through crevasses and narrow ice walls, with crampons, helmet, harness, axe, and 4x4 transport included.

“Great tour of the glacier. The weather was not great, but we were told it can be much much worse, and the experience is actually better if it isn't blue sky and sunshine. Our guide Neil was excellent, and was clearly very passionate in doing what he does, very knowledgable and fun. I can highly recommend the tour”

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5.Bogor Botanical Garden & Rainforest Trekking to Hidden Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $95

Leave Jakarta for a private day in Bogor with an English-speaking guide such as Bryan, Rizky, or Nanda. Walk through the 1817 botanical garden, village paths, rice fields, and Gede Pangrango rainforest before reaching Cikaracak Waterfall. Lunch, water, transport, and entrance fees are included.

“A very nice day trip and an escape from Jakarta on a hot day. Nanda is an excellent guide; she made the trip interesting and enjoyable.”

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6.Doi Inthanon National Park & Hike at Kew Mae Pan

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 53 reviews · 11 hours · from $41Best value

Spend 11 hours in Doi Inthanon National Park, Thailand’s highest mountain area. Visit the Royal Pagodas and Hmong market, hike Kew Mae Pan for two hours, taste coffee in Mae Klang Luang, and finish at Wachirathan Waterfall. The trail is moderate and open from November through May.

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7.Skeleton Gorge and Kirstenbosch Gardens Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 32 reviews · 3h 30m · from $93

Start in Kirstenbosch with guides such as Dohann, Kieron, Tahir, or Emily, then climb Skeleton Gorge through native forest, ladders, waterfalls, and fynbos to Table Mountain’s high, pale beaches. Expect a steep 6.5-kilometer hike, strong shoes, plenty of water, and no cable-car ride unless arranged ahead.

“We are enourmously thankful to our guide Dohann to give us the most amazing experience of Table Mountain our second day in Cape Town and will recommend this trip to anyone who loves a hike and enjoy botanics! He is so knowledgable of South African flora and fauna and grasped our interest with enthusiasm. The hike was designed as we walked, based on our energy and wishes. We started from Kirstenbosch gardens, went up Skeleton Gorge (steep but gorgeous), to the water reservoir, towards Castle Rock and back on the green side of the mountain. Great walk for various landscapes, good birding and flower observations and if youre not good…”

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8.Private Tour: Hot spings & Sleeping Giant Garden hiking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $82

You’ll ride privately from your Nadi hotel to Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool, then explore the Garden of the Sleeping Giant. Expect a mud ritual, hot bath, orchid walk, tropical juice, and flexible pacing. Guides such as Rahul may explain the plants, but confirm garden guiding when booking.

“Our personal tour guide Rahul was great! He was very patient with us as we trecked up the Sleeping Giant, by allowing multiple breaks and explaining some of the plants there. I do however wished that I knew the massages at the mudpool was cash only but I would still recommend!”

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9.Doi Inthanon Park and Kew Mae Pan 2-Hour Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 14 reviews · 11 hours · from $64

Spend 11 hours exploring Doi Inthanon with an English-speaking guide, visiting Thailand’s highest point, the King and Queen Pagodas, and the 3.2-kilometer Kew Mae Pan trail. You’ll also enjoy a Hmong market, local lunch, Karen coffee, and Wachirathan Waterfall in a group of up to 12.

“The day was brilliant. Frequent stops when required and our guide Steve was fantastic and preparing you for what was to come. He was very informative. The fruit market was vibrant and it was hard to resists buying everything you saw. The food prepared by the local Thai people was delicious…with seconds also available! I would recommend this trip to anyone.”

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10.One day Doi Inthanon National Park & Trekking on Kew Mae Pan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $161

Spend 9 to 10 hours exploring Doi Inthanon with a private air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking guide, lunch and hotel pickup. The day includes Thailand’s highest peak, Wachirathan Falls, Kew Mae Pan’s 3.2-kilometer trail, Angkha Nature Trail and a Hmong hill tribe market. Guide Faa has earned special praise for her clear English and cultural insight.

“Doi Inthanon was stunning, and having a great guide made this experience truly unforgettable. Faa gave us so much information on Thai history, culture, and nature, all delivered in perfect English. We had many questions and she was morRead more”

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11.Arches National Park Hike Challenge: Tackle Devils Garden 7m Loop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $315

Start at 7 a.m. from Moab and spend five to six hours exploring Arches National Park with a local guide from Moab In A Day LLC. You’ll hike the seven-mile Devils Garden loop to Landscape, Partition, Navajo, and Double O Arches, with scenic-drive stops and photography help.

“Paulina was full of knowledge and didn't waste one minute of our time. We learned so much about the area and town as well as the geological features we were exploring.”

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12.Private Tour Doi Inthanon, Trekking Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 9 hours · from $141

Spend nine hours with a private English-speaking guide and driver exploring Doi Inthanon. Visit Thailand’s highest point, the King and Queen’s pagodas, Wachirathan Waterfall, a Karen village, and the seasonal Kew Mae Pan Trail. Guides include Bird, Nop, Ni, Austin, and Ad.

“Excellent day out. Saw a lot of the park, and it is very beautiful. A welcome contrast having just spent four hectic days in Bangkok! Our guide, Nop, was lovely. Full of information and fun! He took great care of us.”

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13.Secluded Arches Sunset Experience Best Of Devils Garden Fun Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $199

Join Moab In A Day for a private evening outing through Arches National Park. You’ll travel the full park road, hike 2.5 miles in Devils Garden to Landscape, Partition, and Navajo Arches, and finish at a secluded high cliff near sunset. Paulina may be available as your guide.

“Paulina was awesome!! Thank you for everything, she gave us a great tour and showed us places that not everyone gets to see.”

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14.Jakarta: Botanical Garden & Rainforest Trekking to Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 9 hours · from $101

Travel privately from Jakarta to Bogor with an English-speaking guide, visit villages and the botanical garden, then hike 2.5 km through rainforest and three rivers to a 40-meter waterfall. Guides such as Michelle, Rizky, and Vincent add local insight. Bring sandals, dry clothes, and a towel.

“Rizky est un guide qui prend le temps et respecte notre rythme. Une balade très sympa en compagnie d’un bon guide. Il essaye de parler un peu français.”

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15.Mt. Merapi Majesty: Soft Trek and Botanic Village Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $68

Travel from Yogyakarta to Mount Merapi with a private English-speaking driver and local trek guide. Walk through forest, gardens, a traditional village, and the national park entrance, with possible orchid-farm visits, local snacks, and tea or coffee at a guide’s home.

“Great short journey into a marvelous, bucolic preserved natural paradise. Mas Triyanto will guide you through his small village, garden, forest and entrance of the Merapi national park. Together with mas Bagus and mas Rizal. Mas Triyanto is very patient, knowledgeable and happy to share his knowledge of the different plants, fruits, and simple yet rewarding way of living. Interesting exchange either while walking or at his house sharing local tea and coffee drinks. Highly recommend this short trip as a first immersion in the preserved javanese natural beauty.”

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