Luxury Family Adventure Holidays
Trusted experts in bespoke family adventures, Scott Dunn holidays will take your family from the palm-fringed beaches of Thailand to the epic frozen wilderness of Iceland, for an effortlessly thrilling family getaway.
- Adventure travel made easy with engaging family-friendly experiences for all ages
- Hike Machu Picchu, surf legendary waves in Costa Rica and spot wildlife in South Africa
- Comfortable luxury family accommodation anywhere your adventure takes you
Our handcrafted luxury family adventure holidays are for families looking to create lasting memories and embark on a trip that everyone's wild side will love. Whether that’s something cool and slow, like a guided nature hike through the rainforest, or fast and thrilling, like quad biking through the desert.
Our specialists will craft an itinerary that seamlessly introduces your children to the wonders of the world, with expertly curated family experiences and detailed travel planning. You could visit Tutankhamun's tomb in Egypt, go on safari in Africa, spot kangaroos in Australia or go kayaking amongst the limestone karsts in Vietnam.
We know that planning a trip with children can be stressful, which is why we take care of everything – allowing you and your family to focus on throwing yourself into the adventure of a lifetime. Our dedicated team takes each member of your family into account to ensure that what we create for you is unique and perfectly suited to your tastes. It means you can venture to places and cultures far and wide, feeling confident that you’ll have the best time.
Best Family-Friendly Adventure Holiday Destinations
Visit countries as a family you never thought you could. Whether you have your heart set on the sun-drenched shores of Costa Rica or exploring the snow-draped forests of Sweden under the dazzling Northern Lights, we’re experts in helping families explore the world.
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Chase the night sky and the northern lights on a family adventure through Iceland on a tour made just for you.
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One of the best destinations for family safaris, Kenya’s established safari industry and renowned conservation mean once-in-a-lifetime sightings for your family adventure.
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An intricate blend of culture, cuisine and ancient cities, Peru is a place you need to see to believe. -
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Explore national parks in search of leopards and elephants on our guided tours, cycle through coconut groves and marvel at turtles hatching on the Tangalle coast.
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Take in the sights and sounds of the bustling city of Vancouver before experiencing the wonders of British Columbia and its unique wildlife and scenery.
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Glide across crystal-clear lagoons and through outstanding limestone caves by kayak before venturing through the winding roads of the Hai Van Pass.
Types of Adventure Travel for Families
Adventure feels different to everyone, so what gets your heart racing and face smiling with excitement? See what type of adventure holidays for families we can craft for you.
What Our Guests Say About Our Adventure Breaks For Families
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"Everything happened as scheduled, removing so much anxiety I usually have on vacations. We were able to truly relax and enjoy our time. Our guide was excellent; knowledgeable & incredibly helpful. She truly made the trip worthwhile and made us want to return. "RNAC - January 2026Travelled to South Korea
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"Every detail and every adventure was planned to perfection, my daughter is paraplegic and Hannah had everything arranged to perfection thank you so much Hannah, you made a little girls dreams come true."CO - December 2025Travelled to Finland
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"This trip was perfect for our family. Laura Delaney really listened to what we were looking for and came up with the right mix for what was our first ever trip organised by an agent."RO - August 2025Travelled to Vietnam
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"Ellie was excellent in planning, making our experience very personal and exactly what we were looking for. Inkaterra Hotels were very good at bringing nature to life and are again definitely recommended."PT - August 2025Travelled to Peru
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"Rikki created a wonderful itinerary for our trip to South Korea and Japan. The absolute highlight was Naoshima, we wish we'd stayed longer! We have made so many wonderful memories and our daughter has fallen in love with Japan."SN - August 2025Travelled to Japan
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"Rikki Poynton our travel consultant has been fanstastic. Excellent guidance for our family's first trip to Japan. The ground team in Japan have been great at every step."AK - May 2025Travelled to Japan
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"Eli listened carefully to our requirements and picked hotels and tours that really suited us as a family. Our children found something they loved in each hotel. E.g. the volcano spa at Tabacon was a real highlight, as was the beauty of El Slencio. "PM - April 2025Travelled to Costa Rica
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"Ella really listened to the brief (which was very specific) and delivered on every detail. The hotels were perfect for our family and the whole trip was completely stress free."LM - March 2025Travelled to Sri Lanka
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"Grant really listened to the brief and made sure that we packed in as much as possible. It was a fantastic and memorable family holiday that took in the highlights of this fantastic country from Patagonia, the Uco valley and Mendoza to Iguazú."AS - January 2025Travelled to Argentina
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"Unfortunately only 6 days into our trip we had a medical emergency. Both Eli Hardcastle (our Scott Dunn contact) and also Victor (the local Costa Rica representative) were amazing and I would like to commend them for their support."KH - September 2024Travelled to Costa Rica
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"This was one of the best family holidays we have ever had. Sri Lanka is absolutely stunning. It was an adventure where we all bonded and absolutely loved every hotel and every experience."RS - August 2024Travelled to Sri Lanka
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"Our trip of a lifetime organised by Scarlett was just incredible and with the help of your ground team went off without a hitch. Peru was on our books for a long time for Machu Picchu but the different stops in the buildup made it extra special."BDM - August 2024Travelled to Peru
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"We had a great holiday as a family. On site, and with kids club, there was a lot to entertain the children. The food choices were varied and quality was excellent."SM - August 2024Travelled to Portugal
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"We had an incredible trip and experience. Sarara was magical, we felt like we were family there. Being on the river with the hippos at Naibor was a uniquely amazing experience & between both camps we saw the Big 5 & more."BB - July 2024Travelled to Kenya
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"Every element of this trip was thought through & it was obvious it was put together by someone experienced & knowledgeable. I can’t say enough how well balanced the trip was, each stop led perfectly to the next, & the experiences organised were top notch."AH - July 2024Travelled to United States of America
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"We had a fabulous trip. The hotel was everything we expected and hoped for with staff that clearly cared about delivering excellent service. The girls had a wonderful time in the kids club and came away with some great memories... "EM - March 2024Travelled to France
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"As always it was fantastic. My girls loved the staff in there and they were warm and welcoming."KP - July 2023Travelled to Portugal
Family Adventure Holiday FAQs
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To make sure you get the most out of your holiday, our carefully planned trips last anywhere between four and 15 nights. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the length of a family holiday, please get in touch with our team.
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When it comes to activities, your desire truly is the limit! Scott Dunn is about making your experience wish list come true.
We’ve arranged private Santa meet and greets in Finnish Lapland while seeing the northern lights, hot air balloon rides over the Masai Mara and intimate wildlife excursions that bring science to life for young ones.
Tell us yours and your children’s bucket list activities, and we’ll make the rest happen from there.
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All of our family-friendly adventure holidays have been expertly curated with children in mind and we're happy to offer suggestions for varying age ranges. Those seeking adventure with younger children in tow could opt for a trip that centres around the tranquil beaches of Thailand or fuel their imagination in Lapland's winter wonderland, where you can stay in a magical treehouse perched in a forest canopy.
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If you're travelling with older children or young teens, you may be looking for an adventure holiday that includes a variety of activities to keep them entertained and amazed.
A trip to Malaysia promises a plethora of water-based activities and dense tropical forests to hike through in search of wildlife. For families seeking adrenaline-inducing adventures, a holiday to Costa Rica includes activities such as tubing and white-water rafting, as well as zip-lining and horse-riding in a remote jungle hideaway.
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The safety of you and your family is of the utmost importance to us. No matter where your adventure takes you across the globe, you can be assured we will be there to offer support. We work closely with our travel partners and we will always follow travel advice from the Foreign Office.
Many of our luxury adventure holidays for families also include expert local guides and drivers. They will make sure you see the most magical sights your destination has to offer and that you and your family are safe as you explore.
We don't take you anywhere that our team of experts haven't experienced for themselves, so you can be certain that all accommodations in your trip are safe, secure and perfectly suited for families.
Ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure? Book your luxury family adventure today.
Family Adventure Holiday Inspiration
Looking for inspiration? Browse our family adventure holiday guides, written by the experts, to get a feel for what sort of trip would be right for you.
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