Natural Wonders & Landmarks
Gorges, volcanoes, reefs and the places people cross oceans to see. 81 guides from the Mynatour archive.
Top 10 Ecotourism States in the USA
Ecotourism in the United States represents a large proportion of the tourism industry. Tourism in general in America is a crucial industry in many states…
Hidden island
In the recent time it is more and more popular to travel around the world on different eco tours so those trips can woke up the ecological conscience with…
Reef to Rainforest
Last year I was offered voluntary redundancy, and being wonderfully bored and frustrated with the rat-race, I gnawed their corporate arms off for some free…
The Beauty and Stillness of Nature Along the Shores of the Dead Sea and the Surrounding Deserts
The Dead Sea has always been one of the most intriguing natural wonders known to man. Travelers head for its waters to soak in the rich salts and minerals…
Top 10 Nature Wonders in Austria
With only about one third of its surface area below 500 meters, Austria is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe. The Alps dominate the Austrian…
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS: FALLING IN LOVE TWICE
"Take into account that great love and great achievements require great risk". Dalai Lama After one year of Facebook friendship, one day he told me "I love…
Top 10 Ecotourism Experiences in Europe
Ecotourism in Europe is unrivalled when it comes to the diversity of the landscapes. The continent is home to vast expanses, dramatic mountains…
Top 10 Ecotourism Experiences in Central and South America
Ecotourism in Latin America is exciting and progressive, as well as locally focused and sustainable minded. There's so much for the ecotourist to see and do…
Top 10 Hikes in the Alps
Made up of series of sharp jagged mountain peaks, the Alps are arguably one of the most spectacular mountain ranges on Earth. About 1,200 kilometers long…
10 natural wonders in Turkey
With a rich history and culture as well as plethora of natural resources, Turkey became the third most popular destination in the world last year. In 2013…
Adventure Beyond The Shores of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
Ecotourism in Guatemala is really kicking off as travelers come to explore the diversity of its natural environment. In promoting ecotourism, Guatemalans…
Slip Back Into Nature And Experience The African Wilderness Along The Garden Route
The Garden Route on the southern coastline of South Africa is a scenic, tranquil stretch lined with the most beautiful beaches, mountains, waterfalls…
Unveiling the Pamir: A Film Project about The Silk Road Hidden Gem
I failed. I had this great idea to promote ecotourism in a remote and developing part of the world, and I failed. I got an awesome team together. We launched…
Exploring the Rock Faces of Railay Beach, Thailand
Railay Beach is located on the shores of picturesque Railay peninsula swept by the warm waters of the Andaman Sea in Thailand . Although it is connected to…
Top 10 Regions in Europe for a Cycling Holiday
There is no continent on Earth so suited for bicycle travel than Europe. The immense variety of landscapes, coastlines and cultures, as well as the superb…
Ai-Petri, a Top Natural Wonder in Crimea
Ai-Petri Mountain is truly the best known and one of the most visited mountain peaks of the Crimean Peninsula. Its height is 1234 meters exactly …
Ice Caving And Glacier Adventures In A Crystal Wonderland
Traveling to Iceland - the land of fire, ice, and water - has some of the most mesmerizing and fascinating geological formations for eco travelers. In a…
A Garden Lady in India's Cold Mountain Desert.
I sit by a Stupa on an elevation above the shore of the Spiti River, shielding myself from the sun. It'll be a good fifteen minutes before the ball of fire…
Top 10 Natural Wonders in Croatia
Croatia is a beautiful country with lots of great attractions to check out. Situated at the cross-section between Central Europe, the Mediterranean and…
Top 10 Best Green Cities to visit in Europe
Europe is endowed with numerous fascinating green cities. And if you are looking to visit one any time soon, the following are ten of the best: Amsterdam is…
Top 10 Nature Wonders in Asia
Asia is an imbibing continent, with its exotic cultures, stunning verdure, photogenic views, and a wide range of fauna. This makes it a great region to…
World’s Best Christmas Markets
As the holiday season is getting closer, cities light up their streets and open their Christmas markets. This custom finds its roots in Middle Age Germany…
Vorontsov Park of Alupka
Alupka Park on the southern coast of Crimea is an unrivaled masterpiece of landscape art. If you go to Alupka, you should definitely visit Vorontsov Palace…
Masurian Lake District - The Unspoiled Hidden Gem Of Poland
The Masurian Lake District in the north-east of Poland is the most sought-after destination in this part of Europe for lake lovers, nature lovers and…
Turtles Flock To Nest On Great Barrier Reef's Heron And Wilson Islands
The annual turtle nesting season has begun in earnest on Australia's Queensland's Heron and Wilson Islands, with an abundance of green turtles coming ashore…
World Heritage Sites in South Africa
South Africa is home to majestic mountain ranges, scenic beaches, and some of the most unspoilt wilderness areas on the planet; it also has a diverse…
Garden Route SA
Albertinia is favourably placed near to the fabulous Garden Route here in the Western Province of South Africa, and provides an ideal base for visiting the…
Travel to Conserve a Malaysian Island Environment
Take a trip to one of Malaysia’s most gorgeous destinations, Perhentian Islands . Just off the East Coast are two islands, Perhentian Besar and Perhentian…
Top Outdoor Activities on the US Virgin Islands
The Virgin Islands are an archipelago in the Lesser Antilles, which includes more well-known beach destinations like Barbados and St. Lucia. The Virgin…
The pearls of Sicily Taormina & Eolie Islands
Just the perfect day today, started with a warm and bright sun that gave the good morning to us and invited us to explore the lovely town of Taormina, where…
Huanglong Scenic Area - a wonder for the green traveller
For any eco-tourist the Huanglong Scenic Area translated as the 'Yellow Dragon' is one of the most beautiful national landscapes in the world. Named after…
Chamonix and the Massif Mont Blanc
Chamonix is an area rich in eco-tourism, a place that firmly believes in responsible touring. They advocate the use of reclaimable and locally sourced…
The Great Barrier Reef - Australia
As the world's largest single structure made by living organisms, it is actually possible to see Australia's Great Barrier Reef from outer space. Composed of…
Alcantara River and Fiumefreddo
In a day tour we have been explore the Etna district. from several point of view. Mount Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe and in its districts you…
The Giza Pyramid - for the green traveller visiting Egypt
On the west bank of the Nile River last Giza, home of the Great Pyramid, the Giza pyramid is the oldest statue of the seven wonders of the ancient world and…
Cueva de Nerja
Any ecotourist visiting the Costa del Sol should visit the Cueva de Nerja . Nestled in the mountains on the border of Nerja and Maro are these stunning caves…
Carlsbad caverns New Mexico
Carlsbad Caverns is a National Park in the Guadalupe Mountains in Southeast New Mexico. The caverns form a network of more than 117 known caves, all formed…
Big Island - Hawaii
The Island of Hawaii, better known as Big Island, is indeed the biggest of all the Hawaiian Islands. In fact, with an area of 4,028 square miles (10,430 sq…
Aogashima Volcano - Japan
Still considered an active volcano, the last eruption of Aogashima was way back in 1781 and lasted four years through to 1785. The island of Aogashima is a…
Niagara Falls
The combined waterfalls that make up the world famous Niagara Falls together form the highest flow rate of water of any falls in the world. Situated right on…
Long in the tooth: The Greater St Lucia Wetlands Park SA
Yesterday's slow pace is just a memory - a 4 hour drive from Durban is St Lucia estuary. We arrive at Amazulu lodge, put our bags into the room then sprint…
Lencois Maranhenses Sand Dunes, Brazil
The Sand Dunes of Lencois Maranhenes in Brazil have been formed over thousands and thousands of years. The white sand from the riverbeds is carried along by…
The Lake District - UK
Famous not only for its lakes, but for its heaths and forests, mists and meadows, farmlands and poets, The Lake District is Romantic country. Home to William…
Cano Crystales (Crystal River or the River of Five Colours) Colombia
A unique biological wonder, Caéo Cristales has been referred as the "river of five colours," "the river that ran away from paradise," and "the most beautiful…
Green Market Square - Cape Twon -SA
A busy day running around Cape Town to sort out the last issues before pressing the rec button! To do that we need to reach the city centre on the shadow of…
The Grand Canyon - Hiking through one of the seven natural wonders of the world
One of the 7 natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon is one of those places every eco-tourist should visit at least once. However, at 277 miles long…
Marble Caves - Chile
Also known as the Marble Cathedral, Chile's Marble Caves are considered to be the most beautiful network of caves in the world. Set in the General Carrera…
Blue Grotto Cave Capri Italy
The Blue Grotto Cave on the island of Capri in Italy is one of several sea caves worldwide that is flooded with a brilliant blue or emerald light. Once…
Nootka Island, Vancouver Island - Canada
Nootka Island is a large island located on the remote and rugged west coast of Vancouver Island, enveloped by Nootka Sound, Nuchatlitz Inlet, Esperanza…
The Fjords of Norway
For any ecotourist Norway is a wonderful place to vacation. One of top eco-friendly countries in the world there is never a shortage of tours, transportation…
Crystal Caves - Iceland
One of the world's most stunning natural wonders, the centuries old ice coming down the slopes of ?raefajékull via the Svénafellsjékull glacier Iceland has…
Glass Beach California
So called because of the abundance of 'sea glass' that forms the bed of the beach, Glass Beach may at first alarm the ecotourist due the circumstances under…
Acropolis of Athens - for the green traveller visiting Greece
The Acropolis sits high above the city of Athens and is the most famous landmark in all of Greece. Now a world heritage, site the Acropolis is one of the…
Glow worm caves, New Zealand
Any eco-tourist planning a visit to the Fiordland National Park should take the time to visit the Waitomo Caves. In the heart of the Waitomo Cave system in…
Inga Falls, Congo River, Africa
Inga Falls is a rapids in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where the Congo River drops a staggering 96m (315 ft) over a 15 km (9mi) course. The rapids…
Easter Island
Sitting alone in its corner of the Polynesian Triangle in the vast expanse of the magnificent Pacific, Easter Island is claimed to be the most remote…
Lake Baikal - Russia
Lake Baikal sits in Southern Siberia in Russia, located between Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest and the Buryat Republic to the southeast, near the city of…
Spotted Lake - Canada
Located near the city of Osoyoos in British Columbia, Canada's Spotted Lake is a must for ecotravellers and draws thousands and thousands of visitors from…
Old Town of Bobo Dioulasso
The second city of Burkina Faso is Bobo Dioulasso, a crowded and animated city in the sub tropical south of the country nearby the ivorian border. During the…
Natural Wonder: The Great Blue Hole of Belize
On the south-west border of Mexico, Belize is home to 3 of the 4 atolls in the Western Hemisphere. In the Lighthouse Reef atoll, the farther west, you can…
Why China could become the best ecotourism destination
China is not generally associated with ecology and sustainable development. However the travel boom experienced by Chinese citizen could prove to be the…
Madagascar, treasure island
This is a story of a trip that started as a tourist and ended up in being an andventure in one of the most adventurous forests in the world. Quoting a…
Organic Farming in the Argentinean Desert
As we arrived into the Argentinean desert with with the mountainous backdrop of La Cordillera de los Andes on one side and Pie de Palo on the other, we were…
The Lake District, Mount Hellvelyn & Windermere
Travelling is just one of those things I love to do. The travel experience falls into simple categories for me, those which predominately I try to keep an…
By The Grace of Flamingos and Giant Glaciers
In the heart of Argentinean Patagonia at the end of Route 40 lies El Calafate at 50?20 ' latitude, the gateway to some of this country's most amazing natural…
Lava Tube Caves in Iceland
The blaring sound of the alarm clock woke me up this morning at 7:45 reminding me of today's ice cave tour. Although I was excited I had stayed up late the…
Desert Ecotourism - The Beauty of Dryness
As an Egyptian, ecotourism in these so-called barren lands was not unfamiliar. But truth be told, I was never really fascinated by them as much as I was by…
Mountain Ecotourism
Due to their unique features and widespread existence, mountains have proven to be attractive ecotourism destinations in many regions of the world…
The best Eco tourism places to visit in Ireland
The summer is here and we are all looking ahead for nice and relaxing weekends out of our cities, chilling out in a great nature destination, testing good…
EDEN European hidden gems
Europe is one of the most visited destinations in the World. Its cultural diversity, deeply-rooted traditions and rituals, together with the rich history…
Dolomites, a new Natural World UNESCO Heritage
One of the most magical area in the Italian Alps the Dolomites are on the news. Sevilla, Spain, on June 26, 2009 the UNESCO assembly has, on their annual…
Zion Canyon tours - A geological gem for the eco-tourist
An ideal location for the eco-tourist in south western Utah lies the Zion Canyon, one of the US's biggest and most beautiful national parks. Whether your…
Machu Picchu - Paradise for the green traveller
If you are a green traveler then located in the Cusco Region of Peru, the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu is worth a trip, surrounded by the beautiful…
Angkor Wat - for the green traveller visiting Cambodia
This 12 th century temple is a wonder to behold and is the biggest Hindu temple in the world. Located in the Siem Reap Province and regarded as one of the…
Whitsunday Islands, Australia
Any eco tourist who enjoys relaxing should pay a visit to the Whitsunday Islands in Australia. With 74 islands this area just of the coast of Queensland…
The Galapagos Islands - A world heritage site for the green traveller
An ecotourism haven, the Galapagos Islands are in the Pacific Ocean, around 550 miles west of Ecuador. The Finch Bay eco-hotel is as close to a perfect…
Alhambra - for the green traveller visiting Granada
Constructed in the mid-10 th century the Alhambra fortress lies at the top of the hill of the Assabica in Granada, Spain. These wonderful Muslim palaces were…
Vigeland Museum & Park, Oslo
Any eco-tourist planning their next holiday can do a lot worse than visit Norway. One of the most environmentally friendly countries in the world there is…
10 most colorful and incredible places on Earth
Our world is so full of wonders that new and amazing places are discovered every day, be that by professional photographers or amateurs. Different…
Sanibel Island - Florida
Sanibel Island is an island located on the Gulf coast of Florida. With the city of Sanibel incorporating the entire island and with a population of just over…
Shimla Heritage Zone
Walk through the town's Architectural Heritage Zone that brings you close to various architectural sites of British era. It begins from the Christ Church…