Traveling with Nat Hab amid COVID-19

Dear Traveler,

I'm excited that so many of our guests are already making plans to join us on adventures through the rest of this year and in 2022! Our presence is needed to support the communities and destinations we visit. As you consider your own personal comfort level with traveling, I’d like to offer some reassurance around the steps we are taking to promote health and confidence on our trips:

1) COVID-19 Testing and Vaccine Requirements

The most effective strategy for avoiding the spread of COVID-19 on our trips is simple—take all possible steps to prevent it from being there in the first place. A negative COVID-19 test result and/or proof of full COVID-19 vaccination will be required in order to join our trips. Beginning June 1, 2021 for Alaska trips and July 1, 2021 for all destinations, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination for all adults will be required in order to participate.

Please click here to see the specific requirements for your trip, and to review our answers to FAQs about Nat Hab's COVID-19 travel requirements.

2) The smallest groups… and getting smaller

We're already known for the smallest groups in the industry. Our compact group size naturally limits the number of people you're in contact with, and we have further reduced the number of travelers on many departures to enhance distancing between individuals.

3) Remote destinations away from crowds

Far-flung wild places have been our specialty since I founded Nat Hab in 1985. We've always known the best adventures happen where wildlife is our nearest neighbor. And now we’re adjusting our itineraries to spend even more time in secluded locations away from other travelers.

4) Enhanced sanitation and protection

Following guidelines from the WHO, CDC, and local authorities, we have developed some of the most rigorous on-trip protocols in the industry to enhance traveler safety. For up-to-date details on our protocols, click here

5) Creativity at mealtimes

When weather permits, we have been eating as many meals as possible outside—not only is it safer than being indoors, it gives us more time in the beauty of nature! When a picnic is not an option, we do look for restaurants that offer the recommended spacing between diners.

6) Make It Private

Our Make It Private option allows you to enjoy any of our expertly crafted itineraries exclusively with your hand-selected group of friends or family members.

7) Revised booking policies

For bookings made between January 1, 2021 and July 1, 2021, your deposit is 100% transferable to another trip until your final balance is due. Different terms may apply to private trips, custom trips or extensions. Check with us for specifics.

8) Reduced single-supplement fees

On many trips, we’ve reduced the single-supplement fee to facilitate more solo travelers being able to have their own rooms. And on all scheduled trips through December 31, 2021, if you elect for us to assign you a roommate and we cannot find a match with another suitable traveler,  you will not be charged any portion of the single fee.

For nature enthusiasts like us, travel to wild places is never far from our minds. While some may not be ready to pack up and go just yet, it is important to have adventure, exploration and the tonic of nature to look forward to. I hope the measures listed above help bring that next trip a little closer for you!

I hope to see you out there,



Ben Bressler
Explorer, Founder, President


What our guests are saying about traveling with Nat Hab amid COVID-19:


“We felt very safe! There were hand-washing stations everywhere, and the lack of crowds made for easy social distancing. The ability to safely travel was a godsend during this time.”
— Kathleen M. | Natural Jewels of Costa Rica

“Great job creating a safe travel environment during COVID. Our Adventure Specialist provided outstanding follow-up, especially regarding our COVID test.”
— Gail P. | Natural Jewels of Costa Rica

"Nat Hab’s COVID protocols were very good and made us feel comfortable to travel at this time.”
— Margaret M. | Natural Jewels of Costa Rica

“We had no safety concerns at all. Traveling in this time of COVID never felt safer.”
— Mary C. | Kingdom of the Monarchs

“Your staff answered every question I had about COVID safety protocols. They were so patient with me as I was nervous to fly to Mexico during COVID, but everything turned out perfectly! Our Expedition Leaders were extremely attentive; they took care of the details, big and small, and we enjoyed ourselves in a carefree way!”
— Theresa K. | Kingdom of the Monarchs


“There was no concern about safety ever...all three guides were ever alert and careful.”
— Gae B. | Kingdom of the Monarchs

“This was an absolutely safe trip—much more attention to safety and sanitization than I had expected.”
— Judith F. | Kingdom of the Monarchs

“Nat Hab went above and beyond to keep our private group safe during COVID and we really appreciated the private rooms in restaurants, etc.”
— Cynthia H. | Yellowstone Wolf and Wildlife Photo Safari

“COVID concerns were a top priority. We got safety briefings before every event. I never had any safety concerns at all.”
— Lee J. | Yellowstone: Ultimate Wolf and Wildlife Safari

“Safety was always a top priority, no concerns whatsoever. Because of our guides, everything was flawless, and we felt safe in each environment.”
— Hugh G. | Yellowstone Wolf and Wildlife Photo Safari

"I could tell a lot of thought and planning went into keeping everyone safe during COVID. The snowcoaches had good COVID shields internally.”
— Eileen M. | Yellowstone Wolf and Wildlife Photo Safari
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