Kayaking

Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam — limestone karsts and junk boats in the Gulf of Tonkin.

Deep blue lake and reindeer herders in northern Mongolia.

Lakes and canals lined with palms and villages in Kerala’s backwaters.

Limestone cliffs, lagoons, and island-hopping. El Nido is Palawan’s poster child.

Thousands of forested and rocky islands spreading into the Baltic from Stockholm.

Vast mangrove delta with tigers, boats, and river channels.

Abu Dhabi Mangroves & Corniche, United Arab Emirates — modern skyline meeting calm mangrove channels and long seaside promenades.

Limestone peaks, rice paddies, and boat rides. Ninh Bình is Halong on land.

Desert islands and blue water between Baja and the mainland. The Sea of Cortez is kayaking, whales, and quiet beaches.

Limestone mushroom islands and jellyfish lake in Micronesia.

A national park along the Zambezi with elephants, canoe trips, and bush camps. Wild and peaceful.

Thousands of lakes and forest in northeastern Poland, with sailing and cycling between villages.

Golden beaches and coastal track. Abel Tasman is kayaking and walking in the sun.

Limestone cliffs, beaches, and a launch pad for islands. Krabi is dramatic and relaxed.