The Best Organized Tours for Animal Lovers in the Pacific

the Pacific

Get ready to embark on an unparalleled journey with one these exceptional tours for animial lovers in the Pacific. We've invested our time and effort to scrutinize a wide selection of holiday packages and organized guided tours from top-rated companies, ensuring that we bring you the very best travel experiences. Our analysis covers crucial factors such as pricing, guest ratings, service excellence, sought-after destinations, and thrilling activities. Whether you're an intrepid wanderer or a novice traveler, these handpicked tours for animial lovers will provide an unforgettable adventure in the Pacific.


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 20 Days, $2674.00

  • 15 Days, $2757.95

  • 16 Days, $2475.00
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The Best Tours for Animal Lovers through the Pacific

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

All tour prices are listed in US Dollars before taxes, and come from a base price that is reported by TourRadar. Peak season prices can vary significantly, particularly in destinations where seasonal travel fluctuates dramatically. While we do our best to evaluate all tours to maintain accuracy, always confirm the details directly with TourRadar or the tour company before booking. The information provided on this website is sourced directly from TourRadar and may change at any time.

Organized by INTRO Travel 20 Days Brisbane to Cairns 9 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours for animial lovers in the Pacific.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • Undersea Explorers
  • Nature Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 22
Price per Day: $134

This tour visits Brisbane, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach, Great Barrier Reef, and Cairns.

  • Wildlife
  • Snorkelling
  • Sightseeing
  • Beach
  • Fully Guided

By INTRO Travel
INTRO Travel is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$2,674
on TourRadar

Organized by Journaway 15 Days Brisbane to Sydney 14 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours for animial lovers in the Pacific.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Self Guided: drive yourself at your own pace.
  • Independence: immerse yourself in the culture with self guided travel.

Great for:
  • Undersea Explorers
  • Nature Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 99 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 15
Price per Day: $117

This tour visits Brisbane, Cairns, Sydney, Rainbow Beach, Noosa, Fraser Island, Bundaberg Central, Rockhampton, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Whitsunday Islands, Magnetic Island, Townsville, Kuranda, and Great Barrier Reef.

  • Snorkelling
  • Sightseeing
  • Beach
  • Family
  • Camping
  • Self Drive
  • Self-Guided
  • Island Hopping

By Journaway



$1,753
on TourRadar

Organized by Contiki 16 Days Auckland to Queenstown 14 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours for animial lovers in the Pacific.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers
  • Undersea Explorers
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Hiking Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 45
Price per Day: $124

This tour visits Auckland, Waikato, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington, Kaikoura, Picton, Christchurch, Arthur's Pass National Park, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Haast, Wanaka, and Queenstown.

  • Whale watching
  • White water rafting
  • Sightseeing
  • Attraction-Based Hikes
  • Partially Guided

By Contiki
Contiki specializes in group tours for young travelers (ages 18-35). Their trips emphasize social experiences, adventure, and vibrant nightlife while covering top destinations worldwide. They offer different styles, from fast-paced itineraries to more laid-back explorations, catering to solo travelers and groups alike.



$1,980
on TourRadar

Organized by Contiki 16 Days Queenstown to Auckland 12 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours for animial lovers in the Pacific.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers
  • Undersea Explorers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 45
Price per Day: $124

This tour visits Queenstown, Wanaka, Haast, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Arthur's Pass National Park, Christchurch, Kaikoura, Wellington, Taupo, Rotorua, and Auckland.

  • Whale watching
  • Sightseeing
  • Partially Guided

By Contiki
Contiki specializes in group tours for young travelers (ages 18-35). Their trips emphasize social experiences, adventure, and vibrant nightlife while covering top destinations worldwide. They offer different styles, from fast-paced itineraries to more laid-back explorations, catering to solo travelers and groups alike.



$1,980
on TourRadar

Organized by Contiki 12 Days Christchurch to Auckland 10 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours for animial lovers in the Pacific.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers
  • Undersea Explorers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 45
Price per Day: $158

This tour visits Christchurch, Kaikoura, Wellington, Ohakune, Taupo, Rotorua, Whangarei, Paihia, Bay of Islands, and Auckland.

  • Whale watching
  • Sightseeing
  • Partially Guided

By Contiki
Contiki specializes in group tours for young travelers (ages 18-35). Their trips emphasize social experiences, adventure, and vibrant nightlife while covering top destinations worldwide. They offer different styles, from fast-paced itineraries to more laid-back explorations, catering to solo travelers and groups alike.



$1,900
on TourRadar

Organized by Collette 14 Days Christchurch to Sydney 6 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $386

This tour visits Christchurch, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, and Sydney.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Zoo
  • Boat
  • Walking Tour
  • Fully Guided

By Collette
Collette is a long-established tour operator offering guided tours with a balance of structured sightseeing and free time. Their trips range from classic group tours to small-group explorations, faith-based travel, and luxury options. They emphasize comfort, cultural immersion, and local experiences, often including unique dining and hands-on activities.



$4,699
on TourRadar

Organized by AAT Kings 6 Days Fremantle to Perth 5 Destinations
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers
  • Undersea Explorers

starstarstarstarstar 3.8 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 48
Price per Day: $380

This tour visits Fremantle, Geraldton, Monkey Mia Reserve, Kalbarri National Park, and Perth.

  • Dolphin watching
  • Sightseeing
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By AAT Kings
AAT Kings is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Australia and New Zealand. The tours offered by AAT Kings are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.



$2,282
on TourRadar

Organized by AAT Kings 13 Days Melbourne to Blue Mountains 6 Destinations
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Local Culture: provides in-depth local experiences.

Great for:
  • Undersea Explorers
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Nature Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 3.7 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 48
Price per Day: $537

This tour visits Melbourne, Phillip Island, Great Ocean Road, Sydney, Bondi, and Blue Mountains.

  • Snorkelling
  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Beach
  • Local Living
  • Partially Guided

By AAT Kings
AAT Kings is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Australia and New Zealand. The tours offered by AAT Kings are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.



$5,135
on TourRadar

Why does the Pacific appeal to animal lovers?

The Pacific's varied ecosystems and wildlife encounters attract plenty of nature and wildlife enthusiasts. Cairns, Uluru National Park (Ayers Rock), and Fiordland National Park are world-renowned for hiking, with gorgeous trails and stunning natural landscapes. Portugal provides unique wildlife experiences both on land and sea.

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How much do tours for animial lovers in the Pacific cost?

The average daily price of Tours for Animal Lovers in the Pacific is $245 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Tours for Animal Lovers in the Pacific here.


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Average Price Per Day
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Tours Analyzed
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Average Rating
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Which Tour Companies Offer Tours for Animal Lovers?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer tours for animial lovers in the Pacific. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Contiki

Contiki logo Contiki is a large multi-national travel company which offers tours to destinations around the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Great Britain, Italy, France, and Germany. Younger travelers looking for adventures love this company. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. Travelers usually enjoy the tour activities such as island hopping, snorkelling, wine tasting, surfing, camping, whale watching, diving, rock climbing, white water rafting, and jet boat rides.

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AAT Kings

AAT Kings is a smaller tour company that focuses on Australia and New Zealand. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. The tours offered by AAT Kings are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as wine tasting, snorkelling, diving, dolphin watching, and island hopping.

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INTRO Travel

INTRO Travel is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. A number of their tours visit destinations in Asia and Pacific. Some of their most popular destinations include Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, and Indonesia. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as surfing, snorkelling, diving, dolphin watching, and island hopping.

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Collette

Collette logo Collette is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include the U.S., Italy, Great Britain, and France. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as wine tasting, island hopping, and camping.

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Animal Lovers Destinations in the Pacific

Wondering where animal lovers tours visit in the Pacific? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

Christchurch

Christchurch is the largest city on New Zealand's South Island. It's a nice city with amazing hikes and biking trails. There are beautiful outdoor spaces, parks, and gardens. Many visitors enjoy the city's rich English heritage, and punting along the Avon River is a favorite activity.

Sydney

Sydney is the oldest and largest of Australia's cities. It's filled with world famous landmarks and beautiful waterfront neighborhoods. Life revolves around the water here, with Darling Harbour and Bondi Beach at the top of most visitor's itineraries.

Cairns

Cairns is a huge tourist city and is a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. The city is popular with backpackers and luxury vacationers alike. There are world class beaches and high end resorts that make this a major destination for tourists. There are also scuba diving trips and snorkeling excursions that will let you experience the marine environment first hand.

Wellington

Wellington is the small and vibrant capital city of New Zealand. It's located on the southern end of the North Island, and many visitors pass through it on their way from one island to the other. The city is surrounded by rolling hills and there are many beaches in the area.

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Other popular destinations for animal lovers tours through the Pacific include Rainbow Beach, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Hokitika, and Haast.


Tours for Animal Lovers vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

If you're trying to decide whether to book an organized tour or plan the entire adventure yourself, keep in mind the following factors for each style of travel.

Pros
  • Expert guides increase chances of sightings.
  • Guides share knowledge about the animals and environment.
  • Tours follow ethical and sustainable viewing practices.
  • Access to restricted or prime viewing areas.
  • Equipment like binoculars may be provided.
  • Safe navigation in wildlife-rich but potentially dangerous areas.
  • Group setting offers a shared experience.
  • No need to worry about permits or logistics.
Cons
  • Larger groups might scare off wildlife.
  • Fixed schedules limit flexibility.
  • Sharing with strangers may feel less personal.


Pros
  • Freedom to choose where and when to go.
  • Can focus on your favorite animals or habitats.
  • Tailor your experience to suit your interests.
  • Flexible schedule allows for spontaneous changes.
  • Opportunity to explore lesser-known spots.
  • Bond more deeply with nature on your own terms.
Cons
  • Requires research on habitats and animal behavior.
  • Risk of missing prime viewing times or spots.
  • Permits or access can be difficult to arrange.
  • Safety concerns in unfamiliar or remote areas.
  • Navigating roads or trails can be stressful.
  • You might need to invest in expensive gear.
  • Lack of expert knowledge may limit sightings.
  • Greater environmental responsibility rests on you.


Which is cheaper?

Is it cheaper to plan your own trip or join guided tours for animial lovers? The answer isn't clear-cut. Tours typically package accommodations, transportation, meals, entry fees, and activities into one price, whereas independent travelers must arrange and pay for these themselves. To understand the cost difference, compare the tour's price with the cost of booking everything individually. Depending on whether you choose budget-friendly options or splurge on certain aspects, the tour might be a better deal—or not. Make sure to check what's included before drawing conclusions.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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