Open for Travel
PLACES YOU CAN TRAVEL NOW
Borders are opening to US travelers and we are just as excited as you are. This is a unique time in travel history, with fewer crowds and extra excitement. For those who are ready to travel, the rewards are great, and for those who are still dreaming, we are ready when you are.
Below is a list of places you can travel now with GeoEx.
We are closely monitoring the new regulations and procedures as countries open and are here to guide you through them towards your next adventure. GeoEx includes the best medical evacuation and rescue services in the industry for COVID and non-COVID medical illnesses and injuries.
What our guests are saying about GeoEx’s support, traveling during the pandemic:
“I was so glad I went through you. We would have messed it up if we had to do it ourselves. We would never have known what to do. We would never have known where to go. We would never even have made it through Johannesburg airport. Thank you.”
–Karlene B.
Last updated October 19, 2021**
AFRICA
BOTSWANA
Wildlife is plentiful all year, with rains reviving the Kalahari Desert and birthing season November-April and wildlife congregating around water sources May–October. Open for travel.
EGYPT
Breeze down the Nile River in a traditional dahabeya and explore the temples and tombs of Luxor during the cooler months of October–April. Open for travel.
GHANA
From the shade of a teak tree, experience the vibrant colors and sounds of Ashanti art and celebrations during the November–March dry season. Open for travel.
KENYA
See the great wildebeest migration July–September. Green season safaris inspire with baby animals and lush landscapes November–February. Open for travel.
MOROCCO
With climates ranging from snowy mountaintops to sizzling deserts, the best of both worlds can be had in spring and fall. Open for travel; some restrictions—please contact us for details.
MOZAMBIQUE
The beautiful beaches of Mozambique are at their best with little rain and slightly cooler temperatures May–October. Open for travel.
NAMIBIA
Orange dunes meet clear skies in the dry season June–September while green vegetation and breeding wildlife can be seen October–May. Open for travel.
RWANDA
Gorilla tracking is at its best June–September and December–February with drier conditions. Green season is ideal for Chimpanzee tracking. Open for travel.
SEYCHELLES
Truly a year-round destination, May-September brings the best conditions for surfing, while October-April are warmer with calm seas for snorkeling. Open for travel.
SOUTH AFRICA
Spring and fall are ideal, but this is a year-round destination with wildlife, wine-tasting, and ocean adventures. Open for travel.
SUDAN
The golden sands and UNESCO archeological sites are ideal December–February with cooler temperatures and clear skies. Open for travel.
TANZANIA
An ideal time for safari is June–October for the great migration, which can be seen heading south November–December. Wildebeest calving season is January–February. Open for travel.
UGANDA
Tracking gorillas through the lush rain forest is most comfortable during the dry seasons January–March and June–October. Open for travel.
ZAMBIA
Walking safaris and game drives along the Zambezi River are best June–September in the dry season. Victoria Falls is spectacular April–May after the rains. Open for travel.
ZIMBABWE
Cooler temperatures May–July is ideal for spotting predators and rhinos on safari. Victoria Falls is in full force April and May. Open for travel.
ASIA
ARMENIA & GEORGIA
The Silk Road history and mountain scenery of the Caucuses are delightful with spring wildflowers May-June and fall foliage September-October. Open for travel.
KYRGYZSTAN
Cultural explorations and walks through dramatic gorges are best May–September, but lower elevations can be quite warm in June/July. Open for travel.
MALDIVES
November–April you can expect warm temperatures and clearer skies stretching out across the blue ocean and white sands. Open for travel; some restrictions—contact us for details.
MONGOLIA
Grassy steppes, rolling dunes, and jagged mountains have mild weather June–August, also the time for the famed Naadam Festival. Open for travel; some restrictions—contact us for details.
NEPAL
Mountain views are ideal September–November and March–April with warm clear days perfect for trekking and touring in the Himalaya. Open for travel.
PAKISTAN
Temples and mosques of southern cities and valleys see temperate conditions October–February, while summer brings clear mountain views to the slopes of the Hunza Valley. Open for travel.
RUSSIA
Take the Trans-Siberian Express or travel by road April–September when the climate is warm and dry or see onion domes blanketed in snow November–February. Open for travel; some restrictions—contact us for details.
SINGAPORE
A year-round destination, Singapore is at its best December–June when cooler drier weather makes exploring modern architecture and eating outdoors delightful. Open for travel.
SRI LANKA
With opposing monsoon patterns, December–March is ideal for tea plantations and central temples, while May–August is best for the lesser-known northeast. Open for travel.
THAILAND
Southern beaches and northern cultural sites are cooler and drier November–March after the rainy season has passed. Open for travel; some restrictions—contact us for details.
UZBEKISTAN
March–June and September–November beat the heat of summer and chill of winter for pleasant strolls around ancient Silk Road cities and open-air bazaars. Open for travel.
EUROPE
ICELAND
Summer brings long warm days to explore geothermal wonders, while there are chances to see the Northern Lights in September and April. Open for travel; fully vaccinated travelers only.
SCOTLAND
These misty islands are most likely to have warm weather days May–September when long days give ample opportunity to explore verdant highlands and bustling cities. Open for travel.
TURKEY
Tour ancient monuments and historic mosques year-round, but the spring and fall offer ideal conditions for sailing the Aegean in a private gulet. Open for travel; some restrictions—please contact us for details.
LATIN AMERICA
BOLIVIA
From high-altitude markets to tropical lowland colonial towns, the weather is dry April–October but consider the rainy season for Uyuni salt flat photography. Open for travel.
BRAZIL
The best weather for Rio’s beaches and Iguaçu Falls is spring and fall, while the wetlands of the Pantanal are cool and dry May–October. Open for travel; high caseloads—please contact us.
COLOMBIA
The tropical weather remains fairly consistent throughout the year, making travel possible anywhere from coffee country to the Caribbean coast. Open for travel.
COSTA RICA
Wildlife is drawn towards rivers and rain forest hikes accompanied by toucans and tree frogs are most comfortable during the dry season December–April. Open for travel.
ECUADOR
Straddling the equator, Ecuador is a year-round destination for an adventure through the colonial cities and highlands of the Andes. Open for travel.
GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS
Seas are calmer and clearer December–May and June–November is cooler and drier, but the wonderful wildlife is active year-round. Open for travel.
GUATEMALA
Cool and dry, November–April are the best months for exploring ancient Mayan ruins, vibrant markets, and volcano-ringed alpine lakes. Open for travel.
MEXICO
The coasts and lowlands are dry and sunny November–April, perfect for the beaches and cenotes of the Riviera Maya. Open for travel.
PANAMA
Caribbean waters are clear for snorkeling and diving December–March with dry sunny days for birdwatching and other delights. Open for travel.
PERU
Machu Picchu is most likely to have clear skies and cool weather May–September. It’s also a great time for the colonial streets of Cusco. Open for travel.
LUXURY LODGES & VILLAS
From your own hacienda on the coast to a rain forest lodge takeover, we have exclusive options for many Latin America destinations.
MIDDLE EAST
JORDAN
Explore Petra and Wadi Rum and swim in the Red Sea during spring March–May and fall September–November. Open for travel.
OMAN
Coastal towns along the Arabian Sea and Bedouin outposts in Wahiba Sands both enjoy comfortable climate September–April. Open for travel.
QATAR
Cooler temperatures December–February are welcome while exploring city skylines, coastal waters, and desert dunes. Open for travel.
SAUDI ARABIA
The desert rock art at Jubbah and hewn tombs at Mada’in Saleh sit under cool clear skies October–April, also a great time for sparkling cities. Open for travel.
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Desert adventures and urban architecture can be experienced most comfortably during the cooler months November–March. Dubai and Abu Dhabi Emirates open for travel; some restrictions—please contact us for details.
UNITED STATES
ALASKA
The long sunny days of June–September are the ideal time to travel by boat and plane, taking in glaciers, forests, and wildlife. Open for travel.
Coming Soon
ANTARCTICA
Extreme conditions only allow travel during the southern summer, November–February. Penguin chicks appear in December and January. Expected to open for travel November 1, 2021 via Argentina.
ARGENTINA
From northern deserts to Patagonian parks, Argentina has many microclimates. Visit September–November or March–May for the best weather overall. Expected to open November 1, 2021.
CHILE
Southern hemisphere spring (September–November) and fall (March–May) have warm temperatures and clear skies for mountain views. Open for travel. 5-day quarantine will be dropped November 1, 2021.
INDIA
The cooler drier conditions October–March is ideal for exploring architecture and tracking tigers, while Himalayan Ladakh is best May–September. Expected to open November 15, 2021.
MADAGASCAR
The cool, dry weather April–November is agreeable when looking for lemurs or ambling among the baobab trees. Expected to open in October.
**Regulations are changing frequently. While we endeavor to keep this page up to date, we also encourage you to contact one of our experts for the very latest news on your desired destination.
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