Guided Tours

Sometimes it’s great to have a helping hand when exploring The New Forest. Take away the stresses of navigation and let our experts lead the way for you. Our guided tours give you the opportunity to hear from local experts, to take you to places you may not be aware of and the chance to meet likeminded people. Take a tour below of some of the guided tours we have on offer…

Guided walks of The New Forest
 

Fuzzacker Guided Walks will save you from the worries of losing your bearings and are on hand to guide you on gentle walks through The New Forest. Head off the beaten tracks and learn about the history and unique traditions here in the National Park. Look out for walking weekends including stays at local hotels. Fuzzaker also offer walking ‘friendship’ trips – for single people as well as guided walks for pre-booked groups and coach trips.

Take a mindful approach to discovering The New Forest with The Horse Raft. The Horse Raft offers a relaxing and informative walk, taking you to find some hidden gems of The New Forest. A mindful exploration that awakens the senses and allows you the time to see much more than you would otherwise. This is an ideal way to escape the stresses and strains of modern-day life.

Keen wildlife enthusiasts will love the Wild Snake Walks on offer from Insight Activities. This 2.5 hour guided walk gives you the chance to learn more about some of the UK’s native snake species and other UK reptiles and is run by a licensed ecologist.

Want to improve your map reading and compass skills so you can explore more of the area for yourself or simply to improve your confidence? New Forest Navigation provides map and compass reading courses in our beautiful landscape. This is a great way to up your skills with friendly tuition.

Chauffeured tours
 

Be driven around in style through The New Forest by New Forest Platinum Tours. Tours begin in Southampton and include various tour options such as the ‘New Forest Appreciation Tour’ or the popular ‘Heart of the Forest Tour’. There are also tailor-made tour options available.

The New Forest Tour Bus is another great alternative. Leave the car behind and be whisked around the national park on one of the buses. Hop-on and off at various towns and villages or at show-stopping attractions including Beaulieu. There are three tour routes available but these are interchangeable.

Alternative tours
 

Why not take a guided tour with a difference and Paddle to the Pub with New Forest Activities in Beaulieu? Great for families and small groups, guides are on hand to lead you the way along the beautiful Beaulieu River where you can spot wildlife and relax in these peaceful surroundings.