Visit Rotterdam Zoo and see fascinating animals that feel perfectly at home in specially-imitated natural landscapes. Avoid the long lines and explore one of Europe’s most beautiful zoos. Rotterdam Zoo supports a number of conservation projects in the wild and actively participates in many breeding programmes for endangered species and is one of the international top ten of zoos in this field. Dive into Oceanium and take a magical voyage over the bottom of the sea and along coastal regions, meeting many marine and coastal inhabitants such as fish (from herring to sharks), puffins, snakes and a large group of king penguins. Discover beautiful butterfly paradise Amazonica where you'll experience tropical temperatures, fragrant flowers, thousands of colorful South American butterflies, the awesome anaconda and greedy piranhas.  In Africa, an exciting path takes you safely past a group of large crocodiles! Once you’re at the top of the path, stand eye to eye with the giraffes. At a safe altitude, admire the other inhabitants of the new savanna such as hyenas, kudus, ostriches and zebras. On the African Gorilla Island, you will be delighted by Bokito’s playful gorilla family. ...and much more! On top of these experiences, see a rare species of forest giraffe, take a voyage through Asian marshes, and discover the Ice Cave for a magnificent view of polar bears.

Explore the windmill village of Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See museum mills and a pumping station, then glide across the polders on a tour boat. Journey back through time to a world of old Dutch windmills. Stroll through the centuries-old buildings of a delightful village, and see fascinating exhibits from different historical eras. Visit two museum mills, open-air displays, and a pumping station. There's also an interactive scavenger hunt for kids, a multi-screen film, and an app to make the most of your visit. Then, clamber aboard one of the inclusive tour boats. Glide across the polder waters as the many windmills of the village drift past.

Board a cruise boat and head out through the National Park of Biesbosch. See wildlife. sip on a drink and discover everything the park has to offer on this boat cruise. Begin your cruise from the jetty in Drimmelen. Be shown scenic areas of natural beauty and hear interesting stories from your captain about the park. Look out over the large deck of the boat for panoramic views. Tuck into some snacks or drinks, available to purchase on the boat. Enjoy having a boat specially built for boat trips through the area in all seasons with amenities including heating, a toilet, and a sound system. All information given by the captain will be in Dutch. An English version of the text can be printed out at the cash register.

Explore one of the largest national parks in the Netherlands on a sightseeing cruise through the waterways of De Biesbosch National Park near Wekendam. Then, head to Biesbosch Museum Island to learn about the natural and cultural importance of the area. Board a whisper boat and set sail through the narrow creeks and trenches of the reserve. Discover some of the park's most beautiful spots, like the Benenden Petrus trench, and keep an eye out for local wildlife as you travel, including beavers, eagles, and deer. See how the Dutch fought battles against the water, constructing polders in an attempt to tame nature. And discover how flood protection was ultimately achieved through depolderisation, giving areas of wetland back to mother nature. After your cruise, make your way to Biesbosch Museum Island. Explore the past, present, and future of the park as you visit the museum's permanent exhibition. Find out how the freshwater tidal area came to be after the St. Elizabeth flood of 1421. If you're visiting with your little ones, make sure to check out the Biesbosch experience, a scale model of the area including polders, dykes, and streams. This fun and educational exhibit explores the region's hydrological features and importance. Finally, stop at the museum café to refuel with a light snack and a drink, or pop into the museum shop to browse books, souvenirs, and locally made products. 

Discover the best of Rotterdam on a guided Segway tour. Navigate the charming streets of Scheepvaartkwartier, and enjoy insightful commentary from your local guide. Before the tour starts, get kitted out with the necessary equipment and get a quick safety briefing on how to use the vehicles. After 15 minutes, set out on your journey of exploration. Start at the monumental Park near the Euromast. Here, get used to riding your Segway and admire the beauty of the park. Later, glide through the Scheepvaartkwartier and admire the area's old buildings. From the Scheepvaartkwartier, head into Rotterdam city center and ride along the iconic Erasmusbrug as you discover the contrasts between the old buildings and modern architecture.

In National Park de Biesbosch, just a stone's throw from the attractive city of Dordrecht, you can discover the typical Dutch approach to water, a place where battles against the water have been fought, polders constructed and where man has tamed nature. And a place where flood protection has been achieved by depolderisation, to give areas of wetland back to mother nature. Come and experience how man and nature can work together. As one of the last extensive freshwater tidal wetlands in Northwestern Europe, De Biesbosch National Park is a haven for nature enthusiasts. Created following the St. Elizabeth flood of 1421, this marshland serves as a source of inspiration for many a photographer, birdwatcher, holidaymaker, artist and cultural institution. The Biesbosch MuseumEiland charts the past, the present and the future of the area, and places special emphasis on how man has helped to shape and make use of the area. And all in an award-winning building. Our permanent exhibition tells the unique story of the historical development of the Biesbosch. This way you can discover outside what you have learned inside. In the permanent exhibition you can discover how the freshwater tidal area came into being after the Sint Elisabethflood of 1421. The inhabitants, their economic activity, their crafts and nature: it is all discussed in sensory-stimulating spaces. After a spot of fish and sea-eagle spotting, and a boat ride or stroll amongst the beavers and castles, the museum is the perfect place to stop off for a coffee. The Biesbosch experience, a scale model of the area including polders, dykes and streams, provides children with a fun an educational exploration of the region's hydrological features and importance. A 45-minute demonstration will show you how the area's water level goes from extremely low to extremely high and back. The museum was opened in 1994 and extended in 2001. The building features a green roof on which grass flourishes and provides sustainable insulation. The building has been nominated for the award of Building of the Year 2016 by the renowned ArchDaily and has received two awards at the Architizer Awards 2016, including the public prize.