Botanical Tours

We’d be happy for you to join us on one of our guided group botanical tours to different countries to experience plants both in the wild and in botanical gardens. Our first trip for 2025 is announced:

COSTA RICA BOTANICAL GARDEN GROUP TOUR
December 7-12, 2025
We'll be making our way through a series of botanical gardens to the beautiful forests of Sarapiqui, Costa Rica—and staying at premium hotels and eco-lodges along the way. Once we're in Sarapiqui, we'll have the opportunity to explore the rainforest and also experience some of Sarapiqui's agricultural treasures with tours of an old cacao farm and an organic farm, where you'll get to experience the sustainable harmony between cultivation and conservation. As night descends, we'll embark on a guided nocturnal adventure, exploring the mysteries of the forest with a captivating night walk. And on our way back towards San Jose, we'll continue to explore some of Costa Rica's botanical gardens with private tours. 2 SPOTS LEFT (AS OF SEPT 10, 2025).

*If trip is sold out, put your name on the Waitlist. We may run a second trip in 2026 or 2027.

THAILAND BOTANICAL GROUP TOUR
February 17-23, 2026
This will be an unforgettable journey from the bustling streets of Bangkok to the breathtaking landscapes of Chiang Mai. We'll kick off the trip with a visit to the famous Chatuchak Plant Market (as featured on 'Plant One On Me' YouTube channel), where you'll see purveyors and plant aficionados alike purchasing one-of-a-kind plants, as if they are rare gems. Then we will regroup and head to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market for a taste of local life and visit a sugar palm farm. We'll further immerse ourselves in Thai culture with a hands-on cooking class at Kok Na Sai Farm, learning to craft authentic dishes from farm-fresh ingredients. From there, we'll depart on the overnight train to Chiang Mai and arrive in time for a little refreshment, a great lunch at a special botanic spot, and then get a private tour of the impressive Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden. We'll conclude the scenic escape to the breathtaking Doi Inthanon National Park, where we'll hike the fairytale like Ang Ka Nature Trail for which you'll see moss festooned from every tree branch; and some more special botanic hotspots. This trip blends botany, culture, and traveling with newfound friends all in one.

*If trip is sold out, put your name on the Waitlist. We may run a second trip in 2026 or 2027.

JAPAN BOTANICAL GROUP TOUR
November 8-14, 2026
Join me for an unforgettable adventure from Osaka to Kyoto—a cultural and botanical odyssey that unfolds during one of the most breathtaking seasons of the year. Over 7 days, we'll discover Japan’s timeless traditions, iconic cultural gardens and shrines, bustling markets, and natural wonders, all wrapped in the golden hues of autumn. Travel like locals on Japan’s efficient metro and subway systems as you get a true sense of place. Wander through the lively Kuromon Market, where the aromas, flavors, and colors of fresh produce and local delicacies awaken your senses. Step into the tranquility of historic shrines and gardens framed by brilliant fall foliage. Stroll through one of Japan’s great botanical gardens, learn the art of whisking matcha, and experience the magic of Nara’s Deer Park, where sacred messengers of the gods roam freely. This carefully curated itinerary blends botanical bliss—both under glass as well as in the landscape, culinary delights, cultural exploration, and natural beauty into a rich tapestry of experiences that we'll all explore together. Each day brings a new perspective on Japan’s landscapes, history, and traditions, creating memories that will last long after our journey ends.

Please note: Japanese cuisine often contains animal products and/or gluten. Unfortunately, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and shellfish-free diets cannot be accommodated for the included meals.

Costa Rica

From the Arenal Volcano to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, we traveled through a tropical plant paradise. Check out some of the experiences on our Costa Rica playlist on YouTube.

Thailand

From the bustling plant market scene in Bangkok to the breathtaking wild spaces of Chiang Mai. Check out some of the experiences on our Thailand Playlist on YouTube.

Japan

Japan will be one of our bucket list trips. This is the first time we’ll be going, so we made sure to curate a trip that brings together the best of botanic gardens to historical naturescapes.

If you’re unable to make it on these trips this time around, be sure to fill in the trip survey below to let us know where you’d like to go next!