DR Congo
4-11 Aug  Nyiragongo Lava Lake & Mountain Gorillas: Note: The Virunga National Park is finally opened again and we managed to get a special deal to be able to offer our expedition with TWO nights on the crater rim (normally, only one is allowed!). In a... Russia
12-30 Aug
 Kamchatka - Land of Colors: Kamchatka, with its dramatic landscapes, wild, unspoiled nature and many active volcanoes is a great adventure destination. Next expeditions from 12-30 Aug & 1-19 Sep 2019 - volcano and landscape phot... Indonesia
13-29 Aug 
Volcanoes of Java: The 17-days study and trekking tour crosses Java from West to East and ends on Bali. Along the way, we visit and climb some of its most interesting and active volcanoes: Papandayan and Galunggung in W... Indonesia
3-18 Sep 
From Krakatau to Bali: The 2-weeks easy tour crosses Java from West to East and ends on Bali. Its itinerary and focus are optimized in order to provide excellent conditions and locations for photography. Your guide is one o... Greece
7-14 Sep  Silver of the Aegean: Milos in the western Aegean is one of the most beautiful and photogenic islands of Greece.
Known for one of the most famous classic statues, the Venus of Milos (now in the Louvre of Paris), Milos is... SHOW MORE Greece
21-28 Sep 
Pearl of the Aegean - Santorini: Santorini is one of the most well-known and beautiful islands not only of Greece, but the whole world. Despite its popularity, it still has many hidden treasures to discover.
On this relaxed walking ... Indonesia
2-18 Oct 
Volcanoes and Spices: The legendary Molucca Sea, known for its precious spices that attracted early traders from Europe, is not only one of Indonesia's most interesting and beautiful areas. It also has the largest density ... Greece
5-12 Oct 
Almonds, olives and volcanoes: Discover the island of Kos with its beautiful ancient town centre, its Venetian castle and the sanctuary of Asclepios! It is also a good starting point to our main target, Nisyros island. The small vo... Italy
12-20 Oct  From Stromboli to Etna: Together with one of our expert volcanologists you will discover some of Italy's most famous and active volcanoes: Mt Etna on Sicily and the Aeolian Islands of Vulcano, Lipari and Stromboli. This itin...
Greece
19-26 Oct  Land of Theseus: The Saronic gulf is the "Gate of the Aegean Sea" and it looks like a miniature of the entire Aegean Sea with its islands and its scenic landscape. On this exciting tour, we will concentrate on the eas...
Tanzania
7-16 Nov  The Garden of Eden: Let us show you some of the most dramatic landscapes and geologic features on earth: the Great East African Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Crater, a true Garden of Eden with its herds of wildlife, and Old... Ethiopia
9-16 Nov  Volcanoes of the Danakil desert: 8 days expedition, starting and ending in Addis Ababa, going straight to the heart of the Danakil desert to explore the ongoing volcanic activity of Erta Ale shield volcano and Dallol hydrothermal fie...
Indonesia
17-21 Nov  Krakatau Volcano Special: NEW expedition 17-21 Nov 2019 - 2 nights on Krakatau!
This is your chance to get to know one of the most famous volcanoes with an expert and witness the dramatic changes from the Dec 2018 collapse.
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Ethiopia
17-30 Nov  Desert, salt and volcanoes: Experience one of the geologically most active areas on the planet! The Danakil desert is famous for Erta Ale, one of the world´s few active volcanoes constantly hosting a boiling lava lake and the s...
Greece
28 Dec 19 - 4 Jan 2020 Land of Theseus: The Saronic gulf is the "Gate of the Aegean Sea" and it looks like a miniature of the entire Aegean Sea with its islands and its scenic landscape. On this exciting tour, we will concentrate on the eas... SHOW MORE
Canary Islands
1-14 Feb 2020 
USA
9-23 Feb 2020  Hawaii - Birthplace of Islands: A 14 days tour, accompanied by a geologist from our team, to explore the geological and natural highlights of the 4 most interesting of the Hawaiian islands:
Oahu island with its famous beaches and ...
Ethiopia
15-22 Feb 2020 Volcanoes of the Danakil desert: 8 days expedition, starting and ending in Addis Ababa, going straight to the heart of the Danakil desert to explore the ongoing volcanic activity of Erta Ale shield volcano and Dallol hydrothermal fie... Ethiopia
23 Feb - 7 Mar 2020
Desert, salt and volcanoes: Experience one of the geologically most active areas on the planet! The Danakil desert is famous for Erta Ale, one of the world´s few active volcanoes constantly hosting a boiling lava lake and the s... Greece
21-28 Mar 2020
Pearl of the Aegean - Santorini: Santorini is one of the most well-known and beautiful islands not only of Greece, but the whole world. Despite its popularity, it still has many hidden treasures to discover.
On this relaxed walking ... Greece
28 Mar - 4 Apr 2020
Land of Theseus: The Saronic gulf is the "Gate of the Aegean Sea" and it looks like a miniature of the entire Aegean Sea with its islands and its scenic landscape. On this exciting tour, we will concentrate on the eas... Peru
3-14 Apr 2020 
Volcanoes of Peru: Dear friends, you are welcome to join our team in a pilot trip to Peru in April 2020! Our 12-days itinerary includes visiting of the most beautiful and interesting sights around Arequipa from "volcan... Italy
11-19 Apr 2020 From Stromboli to Etna: Together with one of our expert volcanologists you will discover some of Italy's most famous and active volcanoes: Mt Etna on Sicily and the Aeolian Islands of Vulcano, Lipari and Stromboli. This itin...
Greece
18-25 Apr 2020 Silver of the Aegean: Milos in the western Aegean is one of the most beautiful and photogenic islands of Greece.
Known for one of the most famous classic statues, the Venus of Milos (now in the Louvre of Paris), Milos is...
Greece
25 Apr - 2 May 2020 Almonds, olives and volcanoes: Discover the island of Kos with its beautiful ancient town centre, its Venetian castle and the sanctuary of Asclepios! It is also a good starting point to our main target, Nisyros island. The small vo...
Greece
2-9 May 2020 Land of Theseus: The Saronic gulf is the "Gate of the Aegean Sea" and it looks like a miniature of the entire Aegean Sea with its islands and its scenic landscape. On this exciting tour, we will concentrate on the eas... Lesbos Island, Greece
2-9 May 2020  Wonders of Nature - the Isle of Lesbos: Lesvos island is one of the most enchanting islands of Greece. It is volcanic in origin and has kept an unspoiled character. On our new tour, we discover geologic highlights, such as the hottest therm...
Italy
2-10 May 2020 From Stromboli to Etna: Together with one of our expert volcanologists you will discover some of Italy's most famous and active volcanoes: Mt Etna on Sicily and the Aeolian Islands of Vulcano, Lipari and Stromboli. This itin... Indonesia
3-19 May 2020
Volcanoes and Spices: The legendary Molucca Sea, known for its precious spices that attracted early traders from Europe, is not only one of Indonesia's most interesting and beautiful areas. It also has the largest density ... Indonesia
4-19 May 2020
From Krakatau to Bali: The 2-weeks easy tour crosses Java from West to East and ends on Bali. Its itinerary and focus are optimized in order to provide excellent conditions and locations for photography. Your guide is one o... SHOW MORE Greece
9-16 May 2020
Pearl of the Aegean - Santorini: Santorini is one of the most well-known and beautiful islands not only of Greece, but the whole world. Despite its popularity, it still has many hidden treasures to discover.
On this relaxed walking ... Tanzania
21-30 May 2020
The Garden of Eden: Let us show you some of the most dramatic landscapes and geologic features on earth: the Great East African Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Crater, a true Garden of Eden with its herds of wildlife, and Old... Greece
23-30 May 2020
Silver of the Aegean: Milos in the western Aegean is one of the most beautiful and photogenic islands of Greece.
Known for one of the most famous classic statues, the Venus of Milos (now in the Louvre of Paris), Milos is... Italy
23-31 May 2020
From Stromboli to Etna: Together with one of our expert volcanologists you will discover some of Italy's most famous and active volcanoes: Mt Etna on Sicily and the Aeolian Islands of Vulcano, Lipari and Stromboli. This itin... Italy
29 May - 12 Jun 2020 
Volcanoes of Italy - the Grand Tour: Southern Italy is the birthplace of the relatively young science of volcanology and a place where volcanoes are deeply rooted in history and culture. Guided by our volcanologist expert of Southern Ita... Greece
30 May - 6 Jun 2020 Land of Theseus: The Saronic gulf is the "Gate of the Aegean Sea" and it looks like a miniature of the entire Aegean Sea with its islands and its scenic landscape. On this exciting tour, we will concentrate on the eas...
Italy
30 May - 6 Jun 2020  Etna Discovery: The contrast between the sea and the fiery top of Etna could not be bigger: during this tour, entirely dedicated to Etna, you will get to know the different sides of the universe that is Etna volcano,...
Vanuatu
31 May - 10 Jun 2020  The Volcanoes of Ambrym - the Grand Traverse: Immerse yourself into a world unknown to most - a tropical world of fire, coconut palms, exotic dances, magic traditions and stories: This expedition is an in depth experience of what is the most dram... Vanuatu
31 May - 14 Jun 2020  Indonesia
2-18 Jun 2020 Volcanoes of Java: The 17-days study and trekking tour crosses Java from West to East and ends on Bali. Along the way, we visit and climb some of its most interesting and active volcanoes: Papandayan and Galunggung in W...
Greece
6-13 Jun 2020 Land of Theseus: The Saronic gulf is the "Gate of the Aegean Sea" and it looks like a miniature of the entire Aegean Sea with its islands and its scenic landscape. On this exciting tour, we will concentrate on the eas... Indonesia
7-23 Jun 2020
Volcanoes and Spices: The legendary Molucca Sea, known for its precious spices that attracted early traders from Europe, is not only one of Indonesia's most interesting and beautiful areas. It also has the largest density ... Indonesia
8-23 Jun 2020
From Krakatau to Bali: The 2-weeks easy tour crosses Java from West to East and ends on Bali. Its itinerary and focus are optimized in order to provide excellent conditions and locations for photography. Your guide is one o... Vanuatu
9-14 Jun 2020 
Adventure Volcano - Yasur Volcano Travel: Volcano tours to Yasur volcano offering multiple day- and night-time observation possibilities. The tour is combined with visits to other interesting natural and cultural features of mysterious Tanna ... Greece
13-20 Jun 2020 Silver of the Aegean: Milos in the western Aegean is one of the most beautiful and photogenic islands of Greece.
Known for one of the most famous classic statues, the Venus of Milos (now in the Louvre of Paris), Milos is... Italy
13-21 Jun 2020 From Stromboli to Etna: Together with one of our expert volcanologists you will discover some of Italy's most famous and active volcanoes: Mt Etna on Sicily and the Aeolian Islands of Vulcano, Lipari and Stromboli. This itin...
Indonesia
2-18 Jul 2020 Volcanoes of Java: The 17-days study and trekking tour crosses Java from West to East and ends on Bali. Along the way, we visit and climb some of its most interesting and active volcanoes: Papandayan and Galunggung in W...
Indonesia
6-22 Jul 2020 Volcanoes and Spices: The legendary Molucca Sea, known for its precious spices that attracted early traders from Europe, is not only one of Indonesia's most interesting and beautiful areas. It also has the largest density ... Iceland
9-23 Jul 2020  Colors of Iceland: Fire, Earth, Ice and Water: A world of surprising contrasts, incredible colors and natural impressions!
Mighty waterfalls, hot pools and geysers, giant glaciers , ... Explore the variety of Iceland´s landscapes learn how they ... Indonesia
1-16 Aug 2020 From Krakatau to Bali: The 2-weeks easy tour crosses Java from West to East and ends on Bali. Its itinerary and focus are optimized in order to provide excellent conditions and locations for photography. Your guide is one o...
Russia
11-29 Aug 2020 Kamchatka - Land of Colors: Kamchatka, with its dramatic landscapes, wild, unspoiled nature and many active volcanoes is a great adventure destination. Next expeditions from 12-30 Aug & 1-19 Sep 2019 - volcano and landscape phot... Greece
29 Aug - 5 Sep 2020
Land of Theseus: The Saronic gulf is the "Gate of the Aegean Sea" and it looks like a miniature of the entire Aegean Sea with its islands and its scenic landscape. On this exciting tour, we will concentrate on the eas... Indonesia
3-19 Sep 2020
Volcanoes of Java: The 17-days study and trekking tour crosses Java from West to East and ends on Bali. Along the way, we visit and climb some of its most interesting and active volcanoes: Papandayan and Galunggung in W... Greece
5-12 Sep 2020
Silver of the Aegean: Milos in the western Aegean is one of the most beautiful and photogenic islands of Greece.
Known for one of the most famous classic statues, the Venus of Milos (now in the Louvre of Paris), Milos is... Indonesia
6-22 Sep 2020
Volcanoes and Spices: The legendary Molucca Sea, known for its precious spices that attracted early traders from Europe, is not only one of Indonesia's most interesting and beautiful areas. It also has the largest density ... Greece
19-26 Sep 2020 Pearl of the Aegean - Santorini: Santorini is one of the most well-known and beautiful islands not only of Greece, but the whole world. Despite its popularity, it still has many hidden treasures to discover.
On this relaxed walking ... Vanuatu
20-30 Sep 2020 The Volcanoes of Ambrym - the Grand Traverse: Immerse yourself into a world unknown to most - a tropical world of fire, coconut palms, exotic dances, magic traditions and stories: This expedition is an in depth experience of what is the most dram...
Vanuatu
20 Sep - 4 Oct 2020 Greece
26 Sep - 3 Oct 2020 Silver of the Aegean: Milos in the western Aegean is one of the most beautiful and photogenic islands of Greece.
Known for one of the most famous classic statues, the Venus of Milos (now in the Louvre of Paris), Milos is...
Vanuatu
29 Sep - 4 Oct 2020 Adventure Volcano - Yasur Volcano Travel: Volcano tours to Yasur volcano offering multiple day- and night-time observation possibilities. The tour is combined with visits to other interesting natural and cultural features of mysterious Tanna ...
SHOW MORE Indonesia
1-16 Oct 2020 From Krakatau to Bali: The 2-weeks easy tour crosses Java from West to East and ends on Bali. Its itinerary and focus are optimized in order to provide excellent conditions and locations for photography. Your guide is one o...
Greece
3-10 Oct 2020 Pearl of the Aegean - Santorini: Santorini is one of the most well-known and beautiful islands not only of Greece, but the whole world. Despite its popularity, it still has many hidden treasures to discover.
On this relaxed walking ...
Indonesia
4-20 Oct 2020 Volcanoes and Spices: The legendary Molucca Sea, known for its precious spices that attracted early traders from Europe, is not only one of Indonesia's most interesting and beautiful areas. It also has the largest density ...
Italy
9-23 Oct 2020 Volcanoes of Italy - the Grand Tour: Southern Italy is the birthplace of the relatively young science of volcanology and a place where volcanoes are deeply rooted in history and culture. Guided by our volcanologist expert of Southern Ita... Greece
10-17 Oct 2020 Land of Theseus: The Saronic gulf is the "Gate of the Aegean Sea" and it looks like a miniature of the entire Aegean Sea with its islands and its scenic landscape. On this exciting tour, we will concentrate on the eas...
Greece
17-24 Oct 2020 Almonds, olives and volcanoes: Discover the island of Kos with its beautiful ancient town centre, its Venetian castle and the sanctuary of Asclepios! It is also a good starting point to our main target, Nisyros island. The small vo... Indonesia
1-16 Nov 2020
From Krakatau to Bali: The 2-weeks easy tour crosses Java from West to East and ends on Bali. Its itinerary and focus are optimized in order to provide excellent conditions and locations for photography. Your guide is one o... Indonesia
1-17 Nov 2020
Volcanoes and Spices: The legendary Molucca Sea, known for its precious spices that attracted early traders from Europe, is not only one of Indonesia's most interesting and beautiful areas. It also has the largest density ... Round-the-World
3-30 Nov 2020 
A Dream Come True - World Volcano Tour: VolcanoDiscovery makes a dream come true: an exciting trip around the globe to explore the most gorgeous active volcanoes of the planet. Accompanied by experts and volcanologists you'll embark on an "... Greece
26 Dec 20 - 2 Jan 2021 Land of Theseus: The Saronic gulf is the "Gate of the Aegean Sea" and it looks like a miniature of the entire Aegean Sea with its islands and its scenic landscape. On this exciting tour, we will concentrate on the eas...
Why visit volcanoes?Volcanism is the most fascinating force of the planet. Volcanic areas are among the most interesting and beautiful in the world: think of Italy, Greece, Iceland, Indonesia and many others.
So why not go on an adventure and visit an active volcano?
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About Us:We are a leading volcano tour specialist. Our professional team of volcanologists, photographers and tour guides offers unique travel opportunities: volcano expeditions, photo tours, and relaxed walking & study tours.
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 Volcano Expeditions: Witnessing a volcanic eruption from close is an unforgettable experience. We offer a wide variety of tours and expeditions to active volcanoes worldwide.  VolcanoDiscovery tours: A selection of our most popular trips, which we have been offering and improving over many years now: Stromboli & Etna, Santorini, Java, Ethiopia, Nyiragongo and more. Have a look!  NatureDiscovery: Our walking & study tours with a broader focus on nature, geology, landscape, photography, archaeology and culture: explore Greece, Ethiopia and many other wonderful travel destinations!  Volcano & eruption special tours: Tours dedicated to usually a single volcano currently in eruption. These trip, sometimes offered only last-minute through our newsletter, are among the most adventurous and most popular in our program.  Photo Expeditions & Photography Tours: We offer you a fine selection of photo tours to exceptional places guided by experienced photographers. These tours are ideal if you are interested in learning or improving photography or, if you are an experienced photographer yourself, to get to the best locations at the best times.  1-3 day excursions: If you're interested in volcanoes, there are a number of excursions you should not miss if you're in the area: hike to the craters of Stromboli volcano, climb Etna volcano, get to know the unique volcanic history of Santorini - some examples of shorter (1-3 days) tours and excursions we offer.  Private tours on Etna volcano: Discover Europe's largest active volcano on private, guided 1-day tours. Tours can be customized for different interests and fitness levels.  Climbing Stromboli volcano: Stromboli provides one of the most remarkable opportunities to watch volcanic eruptions from close: a natural ridge located 150 m above the active vents. A classic and all-time favorite tour by anyone interested in seeing active volcanoes! About our tours:- Expert guides with hands-on experience and scientific knowledge
- Adventure: active volcanoes from close!
- Small international groups
- Personalized service and attention to each guest
- Good balance between physical effort and relaxing
- Authentic accommodation & tasty local food
- Sustainable tourism principle
- High standards of logistics on location
- Fascinating landscapes
- Get to know intriguing cultures and people
- Archaeology and history and their connection to volcanoes
- Last, but not least: fun and holiday memories!
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Thursday, Jun 20, 2019 We have 2 spots left for our expedition to Nyiragongo volcano in August. Camp for two nights on the rim of the giant crater and trek through dense forest to observe some of the last mountain gorillas in the Virunga National Park. [more] Thursday, Jun 13, 2019 Photos taken during our recent Etna Discovery tour in late May 2019. Our group was lucky to witness the short eruption of Etna which started 30 May and ended a few days later. Photos taken by Tobias Schorr. [more]
Thursday, May 23, 2019 The Saronic Gulf opposite of Athens is one of Greece's most undervalued destinations. Beyond the better known attractions such as Aegina, Poros, Hydra, and Epidauros, few people visit anything else. ... [more] Saturday, May 04, 2019 At the beginning of our busiest travel season - when spring is at its best in Italy and Greece - we have some news if you fancy visit some of the world's most famous and interesting volcanoes: Etna, Nyiragongo, Krakatau and Santorini. ... [more] Featured available group tours:(8-days expedition to Nyiragongo volcano & mountain gorillas in Virunga National Park) 8 days / 7 nights - Moderate-Challenging
$ 3850
4-11 Aug 2019
(9-days walking & study tour to Stromboli, Lipari, Vulcano and Etna with a volcanologist) 9 days / 8 nights - Easy-Moderate 2780 € 12-20 Oct 2019 11-19 Apr 2020 2-10 May 2020 9-17 May 2020
16-24 May 2020
23-31 May 2020
30 May - 7 Jun 2020
13-21 Jun 2020
(14 days expedition to Erta Ale volcano and Dallol hydrothermal field (Danakil desert, Ethiopia)) 14 days / 13 nights - Moderate $ 4530 17-30 Nov 2019 8-21 Dec 2019 22 Dec 19 - 4 Jan 2020 12-25 Jan 2020
2-15 Feb 2020
23 Feb - 7 Mar 2020
15-28 Mar 2020
(17 days volcano trekking tour to the Molucca Sea: N-Sulawesi, Karangetang and Halmahera) 17 days / 16 nights - Moderate 3960 € 2-18 Oct 2019 2-18 Nov 2019 3-19 May 2020 7-23 Jun 2020
6-22 Jul 2020
9-25 Aug 2020
6-22 Sep 2020
4-20 Oct 2020
1-17 Nov 2020
(expedition to study & observe Anak Krakatau volcano and its activity) 3 -7 days - Easy
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Custom and group dates
when erupting
14-17 Aug 2019
17-21 Nov 2019
(8 days walking and study tour on Santorini, Greece) 7 nights / 8 days - Easy-Moderate 1460 € 21-28 Sep 2019 28 Sep - 5 Oct 2019 21-28 Mar 2020 11-18 Apr 2020
9-16 May 2020
16-23 May 2020
19-26 Sep 2020
3-10 Oct 2020
(volcano expedition to Kamchatka) 16-19 days - Easy-Moderate 4350 € 12-30 Aug 2019 1-19 Sep 2019 11-29 Aug 2020 31 Aug - 18 Sep 2020
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