TOP 10 BUCKET-LIST ADVENTURES YOU CAN ENJOY FROM YOUR SOFA

Prima 23 April 2020 - by Ruth Doherty

Stuck at home dreaming of your next post-pandemic holiday? You're not alone.

Virtual tours are a fantastic way to get your travel fix during lockdown. If visiting the wonderful archipelago of the Galapagos Islands, snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef and gazing up at the Northern Lights are on your bucket list, don’t worry, because these virtual tours have got you covered for now.

To keep those wanderlust fires burning, Official-esta.com reveals some of the best virtual tours you can experience from the comfort of your sofa.

From Antarctica to an African safari all the way to the Scottish Highlands, tick off 10 of the most desirable destinations below:

1) Antarctica

Home to 90% of all of the ice on Earth, no other place quite compares to the vast white wilderness of Antarctica. From meeting penguins to seeing the famous ceremonial South Pole flags, explore some of the historical and beautiful landmarks Antarctica has to offer with this virtual tour.  TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

2) Galapagos Islands

Experience the natural beauty of the Galapagos Islands, from exotic wildlife to unbelievable landscapes – witness everything these islands have to offer up close and personal with this virtual tour. Appearing only 5-10 million years ago due to volcanic activity, the islands are deemed as fairly young and still have some growing to do, so dive in and explore by walking the edge of an active volcano today.   TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

3) Grand Canyon

It’s one of only a few places on Earth that you can explore nearly two billion years' worth of the world’s history, telling a story through layers of rock and fossils of the animals that used to roam back when these layers were being deposited. Explore this virtual tour and experience deeper into the Canyon than a regular tourist usually would, to learn all about the Grand Canyon and even uncover how this phenomenon is formed.   TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

4) Great Barrier Reef

It is the largest coral reef system in the world, compiled of over 2,900 individual reefs and spanning over 348,000 km - half the size of Texas! With this virtual tour, you’ll be able to experience a scuba dive and explore the breathtaking surroundings of the Great Barrier Reef - who knows what you’ll see! Dive in...  TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

5) Machu Picchu

With this virtual tour, you can visit Peru and, most importantly, one of the great wonders of the world - Machu Picchu. You can choose several different views to explore and navigate through, from the ‘front door’ to Machu Picchu’s highest point - you’ll even see some Peruvian alpacas in the gardens.   TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

6) Pyramids of Giza

One of the seven wonders of the world, and one of the most iconic sites you’ll experience, are the Pyramids of Giza. With this virtual tour, you’ll be able to wander through the Great Sphinx, explore the Pyramids, and experience a sunset over Cairo, all from a stunning aerial view.  TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

7) Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls, famous for its legendary waterfalls, is an iconic destination that attracts millions of tourists every year. Step inside the state park from your living room and enjoy the 360-degree views of the world's most famous waterfall.  TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

8) Northern Lights

Many hunt for their chance to spot the spectacular aurora borealis, one of the most beautiful wonders of the world. Take a look at the breathtaking tour from the comfort of your home, switch off the lights and delve into the wonderful skies of Norway.   TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

9) Scottish Highlands

Always wanted to spot the Loch Ness Monster? Or to simply travel through the mountainous region that encompasses Scotland? Take a tour around Ben Nevis, the highest peak in the UK, glance at the Glencoe Valley with its waterfalls and try to spot the dolphins in the Moray Firth - all from the comfort of your own home. What better way to spend your time in lockdown than to take in the beautiful scenery and history of Scotland?  TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

10) An African safari

Rhino, lion, leopard, elephant and buffalo - seeing the Big Five is something that's on everyone's bucket list. Not only does this come at a price, but it is also not guaranteed that you will see these animals whilst on safari. Take a look at this live stream of a real-life African safari and see if you can spot any of the five large African mammal species in the wild.   TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR