July

With near perfect conditions, July is a prime time to explore Tanzania, one of Africa’s most spectacular safari destinations. See the Great Migration unfold before you on the Serengeti plains, before hitting the azure waters and white powder beaches of an Indian Ocean island: a favourite of ours is Fanjove.

Ecuador is a wonderful place to take the family in July. Watch your children’s mouths drop open as you explore cloudforests brimming with jewel-like birds and butterflies, gallop through the Andes and snorkel, hike and mountain-bike your way through the natural wonders of the Galapagos Islands.

With its malaria-free reserves, fabulous accommodation and developed infrastructure, South Africa is the perfect place to introduce your family to the joys of being on safari. From the Big Five reserves of Madikwe and the Eastern Cape to the magnificent desert retreat of Tswalu, there is literally something for everyone.

From exploring dunes and dinosaurs in the Gobi Desert to living the nomad lifestyle as you move across the grasslands from private ger to private ger, Mongolia offers a truly rare and privileged wilderness experience. July is when communities come together to celebrate naadam through archery, wrestling and horsemanship contests.

From the seasonal wonder of the Lencois Maranhenses reflooding to the wildlife treasures of the Pantanal and Amazon, much of Brazil is at its best in July. Think active outdoor adventures by day followed by great food and caipirinhas in the evening, along with wonderful Brazilian hospitality.