The Nature Bus provides memorable Nature experiences for ALL AGES! Hop-on-board!
2025 Tours and Summer Camp will go on sale on May 1st; the 16 seats fill fast so we recommend you purchase on May 1st at 8am.
Don’t miss the BUS! Join us this year to make new memories in NATURE! We have tours for all ages, interests, and abilities. The bus seats 16. BRING YOUR GROUP. We’ll work with you to customize the nature-themed outing of your DREAMS!
Our public tours depart from REI in Town Center, Virginia Beach. Get notified when new tours are added – CLICK HERE
Upcoming Events
The Nature Bus Two-Week Summer Camp!
The Nature Bus Two-Week Summer Camp!
Parents say Nature Quest is Virginia Beach’s BEST Nature Camp run by 2 school teachers!!! (read reviews 🙂
*AGES 8-12 ONLY 16 CAMPERS WILL BE ACCEPTED for this extra special 2-week opportunity.
Dates: July 14 – 25 (two-week camp/10 days total)Â
TIME: 9 am – 3 pm (check-in at the bus at 8:30)
PRICE: $350/camper/week = $700 for the 2 week session + 2.6% credit card service fee = $718.20 totalÂ
DESCRIPTION: THIS CAMP IS LED BY TWO TEACHERS! Nature Quest has been designed with your nature-loving child in mind! Campers will become “nature experts” using the tools naturalists use in the field. Hop-on-board The Nature Bus! Each day will be filled with outdoor nature activities and adventures. Activities may include: visits to different outdoor parks an nature preserves; flora an fauna observation + identification; exploring different ecosystems, creating sand sculptures; swimming; nature journaling; watercolor painting; environmental stewardship; nature meditations; eco arts; fun and games; naturalist challenges;Â and much, much more! When children quiet down in nature, they can tap into their natural curiosity. At camp we will slow down and use all of the senses to experience the energies of the natural world. By practicing mindfulness, campers will learn to cultivate a sense of peace, awe and wonder.
CLICK HERE for VIDEO & BLOG of previous years Nature Quest Camp. Then, check out reviews from last summer’s parents! “Favorite camp EVER!” TheNatureBus.com > Reviews tab.Â
NOTES: We depart each day from REI, Town Center, Virginia Beach. No discounts are available for siblings; each seat is $350/week x 2 week session ($700). Once purchased, we do not offer refunds; all sale are final. Last year this camp filled up immediately, so we advise that you purchase your child’s spot now!
Cypress Swamp Kayak Trip & Brewery
Tour Name: Cypress Swamp Kayak + BreweryÂ
Beginner friendly kayak paddle. Kayaking a new part of the creek this year. Experience new waters! Navigate the serene waters of the Powhatan Creek cypress swamp, immersing yourself in the beauty of flourishing plants and diverse bird species, concluding your adventure with a refreshing stop at a nearby brewery. Billsburg Brewery or Frothy Moon Brewhouse (depends on the tide)
This is a public tour. It is also available as a private customizable group tour for up to 16 people. Email info@TheNatureBus.com to arrange a tour for your group.
TOUR DATE: Saturday, September 6, 2025
(Rain date is Sun. Sept 7) Before purchasing your ticket, be sure you can go on the actual tour date and the rain date. This rain date is an alternate tour date, reserved for “severe” weather and lightning. The trip ordinarily goes rain or shine. We provide umbrellas.
TIME: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm (7.5 hour tour)Â
PRICE: $65/person + $10 kayak rental + 2.6% credit card fee = $76.69
Action required: You have a choice of a kayak, tandem kayak, or canoe (reserve your preference via email at info@TheNatureBus.com). Include your first + last name, tour title + date. If tandem, give both names together.
*Important Note: We do not offer ANY refunds after tour is booked.
DEPARTURE LOCATION: REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VAÂ (Private groups can choose the pick-up location.
DESCRIPTION: Join the unforgettable journey aboard The Nature Bus led by the renowned James Abbott, an award-winning birding guide! As we travel for an hour to our destination, James River/Powhatan Creek, James will entertain and educate. Setting off from JCC Marina, we’ll leisurely navigate the marshlands of Powhatan Creek, progressing through the enchanting tight cypress swamp, where your guides will identify blooming plants and various bird species. This approximately 2+ hour “easy” paddle allows for frequent stops for naturalist commentary, following the tide for a smoother journey. Concluding our expedition, we’ll gather at either Billsburg Brewery or Frothy Moon Brewhouse (depends on the tide) for refreshing drinks and a delightful picnic lunch.Â
We look forward to seeing you on the tour! Check out all of the 5-star reviews, so you will be super confident that you will have an amazing experience! You can read these reviews at TheNatureBus.com > click the REVIEWS tab or click this link:Â https://thenaturebus.com/reviews/
If you have any questions, please text/call the owner. Suzanne 757-288-9595
Eastern Shore Bird Migration and Lunch
Tour Name: Eastern Shore Bird Migration and Lunch
Bird Migration Spectacle on Virginia’s Eastern Shore: A Coastal Adventure with Award-Winning Naturalist James Abbott
TOUR DATE: Saturday, October 18, 2025
(Rain date is Sunday, October 19) Before purchasing your ticket, be sure you can go on the actual tour date and the rain date. This rain date is an alternate tour date, reserved for “severe” weather and lightning. The trip ordinarily goes rain or shine. We provide umbrellas.
TIME: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm (7 hour tour)Â
PRICE: $70/person + 2.6% credit card service fee = $71.82 totalÂ
*Important Note: We do not offer ANY refunds after tour is booked.
DEPARTURE LOCATION: REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VAÂ (Private groups can choose the pick-up location.
DESCRIPTION: Cross the awe-inspiring Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel—named one of the “Seven Engineering Wonders of the Modern World”—and journey to the wild side of Virginia. The Eastern Shore, with its pristine barrier islands and vast wetlands, is a sanctuary teeming with life. Each fall, this region becomes the crown jewel of the Atlantic Flyway. Witness a breathtaking natural phenomenon as hundreds of thousands of birds—waterfowl, shorebirds, songbirds, and raptors—converge in astonishing numbers, funneled by the geography of the land. Join The Nature Bus and celebrated naturalist and educator James Abbott for an unforgettable birding expedition through Northampton County. We’ll visit premier hotspots, including the Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge, to observe this migratory marvel up close. Our adventure stops for lunch and a stroll through the charming bayside town of Cape Charles, where history meets coastal beauty. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or a curious nature enthusiast, this tour promises wonder, discovery, and awe.
* Spots are limited to 16 —reserve your seat today and witness the magic of migration!
We look forward to seeing you on the tour! Check out all of the 5-star reviews, so you will be super confident that you will have an amazing experience! You can read these reviews at TheNatureBus.com > click the REVIEWS tab or click this link:Â https://thenaturebus.com/reviews/
If you have any questions, please text/call the owner. Suzanne 757-288-9595
This is a public tour. It is also available as a private customizable group tour for up to 16 people. Hop-on-board with your group: family reunion; workmates; garden club, photography club, book club; adult or child birthday; retirement; ladies-day-out; etc. You bring the group & we will customize your memorable tour! Easy, just email info@TheNatureBus.com to arrange.
New Year ‘First Day Hike’ with Naturalist James Abbott
Tour Name: New Year ‘First Day Hike’ with Naturalist James Abbott
Begin the New Year by setting the intention to get outside more and meet more nature-loving friends!Â
TOUR DATE: Thursday, January 1st, 2026
TIME: 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm (3 hour tour)Â
PRICE: $30/person + 2.6% credit card service fee = $30.78
*Important Note: We do not offer ANY refunds after tour is booked.
DEPARTURE LOCATION: REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VAÂ (Private groups can choose the pick-up location.
DESCRIPTION: This is such a FUN way to meet new friends on New Year’s Day. Hop-on-board The Nature Bus to start your New Year 2025 with a “fresh” start! The air will be fresh and crisp as we walk on the trail with James Abbott, a highly regarded naturalist. “First Day Hike,” a nationwide initiative, is hosted by America’s State Parks. All across the country, in every state park, folks like you will be joining a nature walk to get their new year off on the right foot. Slip your feet into come comfortable walking shoes, bundle up warm, and show up for yourself. The Nature Bus is the perfect way to meet new friends while the naturalist points out the interesting nature fun facts along the trail. Pack a sack lunch; something easy to carry in a backpack on your back. Bring yourself a warm thermos of hot cocoa, coffee or soup! We will stop in the forest for a winter picnic. Â
We look forward to seeing you on the tour! Check out all of the 5-star reviews, so you will be super confident that you will have an amazing experience! You can read these reviews at TheNatureBus.com > click the REVIEWS tab or click this link:Â https://thenaturebus.com/reviews/
If you have any questions, please text/call the owner. Suzanne 757-288-9595
*note: This is a public tour. It is also available as a private customizable group tour for up to 16 people. Hop-on-board with your group: family reunion; workmates; garden club, photography club, book club; birthday; retirement; ladies-day-out; etc. You bring the group & we will customize your memorable tour! Easy, just email info@TheNatureBus.com to arrange.
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Customizable Group Nature Tour for up to 16 people
TOUR NAME: Customizable Group Nature Tour for up to 16 people Â
We will customize a GROUP nature tour of your DREAMS!
View this video to get dozens of tour ideas your group will definitely enjoy! CLICK HERE
The Nature Bus is a well established, award-winning tour operator, LOVED and trusted by the local community! Just read 200+ five star reviews! CLICK HEREÂ
Group tour DATE? YOU will choose your date in 2025 (*Contact Suzanne, the company owner, to customize every detail of your group tour 757-288-9595 or info@TheNatureBus.com) Â
DURATION – 4 hour minimum – YOU select your duration, pick up/drop off times + location (half day, full day, or weekend available).
PRICE: $140 per hour. 4 hour minimum. $140 x 4 = $560. PLUS 2.6% processing fee ($13.78) = $573.78 total for a 4 hour tour. ($35/person for 4 hour tour)
To calculate your group PRICE FOR LONGER TOURS: simply ADD $140 for each additional hour.
GROUP TOUR DESCRIPTION: Let us CREATE a custom tour of your DREAMS! The Nature Bus offers private group eco-tours. These fully customizable half day, full day, or weekend long group packages cater to your group’s specific interests. Groups of all ages, interests and abilities will love our tours. Say YES to new adventures! We collaborate with many nature guides; each has unique expertise. We provide your group with an excellent GUIDED outdoor experience. Every moment of your adventure is thoughtfully planned out, from the moment you step on, until you disembark. We make it simple for you. Just arrive, relax, and enjoy your memorable experience!