Wild Ponies

Departing Galway at 9 AM sharp, we will travel south along the stunning Wild Atlantic Way and through the Burren to the charming village of Doolin, where you'll board the express ferry to Inisheer, the smallest of the Aran Islands. Explore the island’s ancient castle, sunken church, shipwreck, and beautiful beach. Enjoy a stroll through quiet boreens or hire a pony & trap or bike (extra cost). After departing Inisheer, your ferry returns to Doolin, followed by a guided cruise along the base of the Cliffs of Moher—an unforgettable view of cliffs rising 214m high and stretching 8km along the coast. Prefer not to join the cruise? You may disembark at Doolin Pier and wait for the group. We’ll enjoy a traditional Irish pub meal. We then spend an hour at the top of the Cliffs—enjoy a walk and stunning views from above. Once we depart the Cliffs we will take the coast road home, following the Wild Atlantic Way, arriving in Galway at approximately 19:30.

Our Connemara Day Tour from Galway offers a choice of 3 hour main stop: Option 1. – 3 hours in the Connemara National Park. Option 2. – 3 hours in the Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden.

Delve into Nevada’s Wild West mining history on this tour from South Lake Tahoe to Virginia City, a mining boomtown listed on the US National Register of Historic Places. With a knowledgeable guide, travel along part of the Pony Express on the drive to Virginia City, where you’ll take a ride on the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. Then explore the town however you wish, checking out museums and visiting the saloon.

Join this spectacular journey along the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way, through the lunar-like landscape of the Burren and on to the iconic Cliffs of Moher. See medieval ruins, 16th century tower house castles, churches, graveyards, drystone walls, quays, harbours, ponies, calves, cows, lambs, sheep and maybe even a leprechaun or two! Driving along the coast of Clare, witness the power of the Atlantic Ocean as it battles the coastline. Board the ferry in Doolin for Inisheer, the smallest and nearest of the Gaeltacht Aran Islands. Keep an eye out for local bottlenose dolphins that occasionally follow the ferry. On Inisheer, explore ancient castles, churches, narrow lanes, stone walls and deserted white sand beaches.  The return ferry takes you on a guided scenic cruise beneath the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. Returning to Doolin, you go to the top of the Cliffs of Moher where you can take a stroll along the Cliffs. Departing the Cliffs you return to Galway.

Step back in time to an authentic American Wild West town at Sioux City Park. Experience thrilling live shows, visit our animal farm, and immerse yourself in a real Western adventure. This isn’t just a set—explore real buildings where you can live the experience firsthand. Feel like a true cowboy or Native American as you stroll through the town, witness a bank robbery, and watch the sheriff take on outlaws. Relive history at our saloon with dancing girls, cowboys, and dramatic shootouts, where you can also enjoy delicious food and drinks. Kids will love meeting animals at our farm, including Canarian goats, cows, ponies, donkeys, and chickens.

Our Connemara Day Tour from Galway includes a choice of 3 hour main stop: Option 1. – 3 hours in the Connemara National Park Option 2. – 3 hours in the Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden.

Our most diverse Grand Canyon tour, blends remarkable ruins, dramatic lava fields, majestic volcanoes and the magnificent Grand Canyon. Guests will appreciate riding in a comfortable touring van, usually with a group size of no more than 10 guests total. In the morning you will experience Wupatki and Sunset Crater Volcano National Monuments. Stop at Cameron Trading Post on the Navajo Nation. The you will get amazing views from the East and South Rims of the Grand Canyon and still have time and flexibility to explore in the afternoon.

All of our private tours are led by a professional wildlife biologist. We will tour the park in a modern chevy suburban. Our goal is to view the most wildlife possible on your tour while also visiting the most ICONIC destinations in there park as well visiting many hidden locations that are off the beaten path. During our day we will see Old Faithful, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Yellowstone Falls (308'), lots of wildlife, large waterfalls, seldom seen geysers, and two historic hotels. We will provide high end binoculars and spotting scopes for the entire group so we can view animals or geysers that are far off the road! This will be an educational experience for your family/ group yet fun and entraining at the same time. Your tour will experience the wonders of hidden Yellowstone that's awaiting around each corner of Yellowstone National Park. For lunch we will stop for an incredibly scenic picnic style lunch along the shore of Yellowstone Lake!

As we cruise to this enchanting island, keep your eyes peeled for the famous wild ponies. Did they swim here? Do they secretly moonlight as lifeguards? Your knowledgeable and wise captain will unravel these mysteries, sharing fascinating facts about the island and its incredible wildlife. Spoiler alert: you can’t pet or feed the ponies, but they sure do love posing for your photos! But wait, there’s more! Our cruise offers a selection of delightful alcoholic drinks for sale, and guess what? Your first drink is on us! So, grab a cocktail, relax, and let the magic of Assateague Island wash over you. Sip your drink as you marvel at herons gliding gracefully above, and maybe even spot a dolphin or two playing in the waves. When you take this cruise your first drink is on us. Additional drinks are available for purchase. You must be 21 to take this trip.

This guided day trip from Galway takes in the highlights of Galway Bay and wild and rugged Connemara along the new Wild Atlantic Way route. You will see thatched cottages, dry stone walls, mountains, woodlands, rivers, streams, lakes, Connemara ponies, amazing beaches, deserted islands, wilderness bog landscapes and experience the tranquility and isolation of Connemara. Visit the magic of Kylemore Abbey and its romantic Victorian gardens (admission not included). Then it’s back on the coach for a weaving drive through the desolate Inagh Valley, between the majestic Maumturk and Twelve Bens mountains. Finish your tour with stops to see the legendary Connemara Giant and Quiet Man Bridge before returning to Galway City.

Join this spectacular journey along the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way, through the lunar-like landscape of the Burren and on to the iconic Cliffs of Moher. See medieval ruins, 16th century tower house castles, churches, graveyards, drystone walls, quays, harbours, ponies, calves, cows, lambs, sheep and maybe even a leprechaun or two! Driving along the coast of Clare, witness the power of the Atlantic Ocean as it battles the coastline. Board the ferry in Doolin for Inisheer, the smallest and nearest of the Gaeltacht Aran Islands. Keep an eye out for local bottlenose dolphins that occasionally follow the ferry. On Inisheer, explore ancient castles, churches, narrow lanes, stone walls and deserted white sand beaches.  The return ferry takes you on a guided scenic cruise beneath the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. Returning to Doolin, you go to the top of the Cliffs of Moher where you can take a stroll along the Cliffs. Departing the Cliffs you return to Galway.

This boat trip provides the best way to see the famous Asseteague Island wild ponies. On this 2.5 hour trip that will depart from the Ocean Pines Yacht Club we'll travel down the Assawoman Bay to Assateague Island. Children and Adults interested in nature and experiencing the beauty of the Bay will enjoy this trip. The trip provides something different to do while visiting Ocean City. Once the boat reaches Assateague Island, the captain will navigate around the backside of the island so you can see the wild ponies up close along with other wildlife including dolphins. This is one of the most popular boat trips in Ocean City, MD.

Join us for a unique train ride and beautiful tour at Grand Canyon National Park. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel and proceed to the train depot to check you in; upon disembarking, you will reunite with your same guide after lunch. The remainder of your tour will be with your same guide and van along the South & East Rim Grand Canyon. After, your guide returns you to your hotel. Start out traveling on the historic Grand Canyon Railroad for a one-way train ride northbound to Grand Canyon. Upon arriving at Grand Canyon Village, see your first stunning views of the canyon. There will be time for lunch on your own (lunch not included). Then rejoin your same guide and travel across the south rim, taking in the best views of Grand Canyon. You will then travel through the Navajo Nation, stopping for souvenir shopping at historic Cameron Trading Post. Cancellation policy is 72 hours in advance for full refund.

Begin your day traveling up north in a comfortable touring van with a small group of usually no more than 10 guests. Enjoy spectacular views at the Grand Canyon South and East Rim, and pick up a native American souvenir on this full day tour from Sedona or Flagstaff. Upon arriving at Grand Canyon National Park, you will begin with a spectacular view immediately. Then you will have time for a stroll along the rim or time to explore the historic buildings of Grand Canyon Village*. Time will be given for lunch at Grand Canyon Village. Admire the views from the best vantage points during your Grand Canyon day trip as you travel along the rim, with a final stop at the Desert Watchtower, before finishing your tour with shopping at historic Cameron Trading Post. *Due to Covid-19, lunch options at the Grand Canyon are very limited, Cameron Trading Post may be an option for lunch.

This is truly the most complete Grand Canyon day trip available anywhere! In addition to magnificent Grand Canyon overlooks, you’ll view lava flow fields from Arizona’s most recent volcanic eruption, ancient Native American ruins and panoramic Painted Desert views. Along the way, you’ll travel some of the state’s most scenic roadways and make a stop at a historic Navajo trading post.

Visit the Navajo Nation and see the true Native America including a stop at the famous Cameron trading post, where you can see authentic native artwork. This small group tour travels in a comfortable touring van with usually no more than 10 guests. The highlight of the day is a guided walking tour into Antelope Canyon, also known as “the corkscrew.”  As you walk your way through, this slot canyon provides an amazing palette for changing light patterns throughout the day. You will make other amazing stops along the way at Horseshoe Bend and the Glen Canyon Dam.

Kayaking along Assateague Island where wild ponies live is a great way to experience nature and wildlife.

This grand kayaking adventure will take you to the most remote areas of Assateague Island. Most days we encounter the wild Chincoteague ponies grazing along the marshlands, but always remember these are wild animals and some times you see them and some times you don't. We know all the best locations to view the ponies so we do get to see them 75% of the time. We will also get the chance for some great photo opportunities of the Assateague Lighthouse, one of the oldest running lighthouses in the country. We might even get to see a few of the unique and rare birds migrating through Assateague Island.

Are you a morning person? If so, join us at our West OC location for a great morning wake-up! By partnering with the One Love Smoothie Café, we’ll serve you up a 90 minute morning cruise that will rejuvenate you and prepare you for a full day in OC! (Coffee and Smoothies cost separate, and are selected during trip purchase) With your coffee and/or smoothie in hand, the OC Bay Hopper will head out to tour Ocean City’s commercial harbor and on to beautiful Assateague Island! Get ready to see the wild Assateague ponies and enjoy the beauty of Assawoman Bay. This trips agenda is simple – you will place your food order before the trip begins. You will be informed how to do this. On the day of the trip you will board the boat, meet your captain and the boat will leave the West OC Harbor. You'll then head to Assateague Island where you will see the famous wild ponies while staying on the boat and enjoying your smoothie and coffee.

Looking for a fun way to get up close and personal with Assateague Island's wild ponies? Then hop aboard the Assateague Island Swim Cruise, where you'll have the chance to see these majestic creatures in all their glory – from a safe distance, of course! But the real highlight of this 3-hour excursion is the opportunity to take a dip in the calm, shallow waters behind the island. Just be sure to keep an eye out for any curious ponies who might be tempted to join you for a swim! This adventure takes place every Tuesday from 12pm to 3pm, departing from the OC Bay Hopper North OC location at 118th street in Ocean City. So don't miss out on the chance to get wet and wild with some of Maryland's most famous four-legged residents!