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82 Beautiful Outdoor Quotes for Nature Lovers 2024

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Dreaming of fresh air and outdoor adventures? Then you’re in the right place, as I’ve curated a bumper list of the best outdoor quotes that are perfect for nature lovers and adventurers.

These nature quotes about the outdoors have been collected from famous writers, politicians, scientists, explorers and even artists, so you can be sure to find the perfect outdoors quote for you.

Adventurous Quotes for Outdoors Enthusiasts

These outdoor quotes are all about inspiring you to explore the unknown, and embracing the wilderness of the great outdoors.

1. “The wilderness holds answers to questions man has not yet learned to ask.” – Nancy Newhall

2. “Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea , drink the wild air.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

3. “Now I see the secret of making the best person, it is to grow in the open air and to eat and sleep with the earth.” – Walt Whitman

4. “Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit.” – Edward Abbey

5. “Real freedom lies in wildness, not in civilization.” – Charles Lindbergh

6. “The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.” – John Muir

Nature Lover Quotes

7. “Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams.” – Ashley Smith

8. “Not all who wander are lost.” – J. R. R. Tolkien

9. “Live the life you’ve dreamed.” – Henry David Thoreau

10. “No matter the risks we take, we always consider the end to be too soon, even though in life, more than anything else, quality should be more important than quantity.” – Alex Honnold

11. “The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun.” – Alexander Supertramp McCandless

Short Quotes About Nature

These short quotes about nature and life are sure to inspire you to get outside in 2023.

12. “The Earth has music for those who listen.” – William Shakespeare

13. “The antidote to exhaustion isn’t rest. It’s nature .” – Shikoba 

14. “In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous.” – Aristotle

15. “Sky above me, earth below me, fire within me.” – Unknown

16. “The poetry of the earth is never gone.” – John Keats

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17. “All good things are wild and free.” – Unknown

18. “Colors are the smiles of nature .” – Leigh Hunt

19. “The greatest adventure is what lies ahead.” – J. R. R. Tolkien

20. “ Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.” – Gary Snyder

21. “And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.” – John Muir

22. “The sky is the daily bread of the eyes.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Motivational Outdoors Quotes

These motivational outdoor quotes are designed to spark your enthusiasm for adventure and to spur you on when the going gets tough.

23. “Anywhere is within walking distance.” – Unknown

24. “The best way out is always through.” – Robert Frost

25. “If you’re going through hell, keep going.” – Winston Churchill

26. “A bad day camping is still better than a good day working.” – Unknown

27. “There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.” – Beverly Sills

28. “The best thing one can do when it’s raining is to let it rain.” – Henry Longfellow

Quotes for Nature Lover

29. “ Hiking is not for everyone. Notice the wilderness is mostly empty.” – Sonja Yoerg

30. “You need special shoes for hiking —and a bit of a special soul as well.” – Terri Guillemets

31. “If the winter is too cold and the summer is too hot, you are not a hiker.” – Unknown

32. “We don’t stop hiking because we grow old. We grow old because we stop hiking .” – Finis Mitchell

33. “Backpacking: An extended form of hiking in which people carry double the amount of gear they need for half the distance they planned to go in twice the time it should take.” – Unknown

Quotes on Outdoors and Nature

The feeling of freedom and fresh air can’t be topped, so these nature outdoor quotes draw on the emotions of excitement, wonder, and awe that nature often evokes.

34. “If you truly love nature , you will find beauty everywhere.” – Laura Ingalls Wilder

35. “Look deep into nature and you will understand everything better.” – Albert Einstein

36. “I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” – John Burroughs

37. “Come forth into the light things, let nature be your teacher.” – William Wordsworth

38. “Deep down, at the molecular heart of life, the trees and we are essentially identical.” – Carl Sagan

39. “Adopt the pace of nature . Her secret is patience.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Adventure Nature Quotes

40. “There is a way that nature speaks, that land speaks. Most of the time we are simply not patient enough, quiet enough, to pay attention to the story.” – Linda Hogan

41. “Earth and sky, woods and fields, lakes and rivers, the mountain and the sea , are excellent schoolmasters, and teach of us more than we can ever learn from books.” – John Lubbock

42. “I go to nature every day for inspiration in the day’s work.” – Frank Lloyd Wright

43. “My wish is to stay always like this, living quietly in a corner of nature .” – Claude Monet

44. “The environment, after all, is where we all meet, where we all have a mutual interest. It is one thing that all of us share. It is not only a mirror of ourselves, but a focusing lens on what we can become.” – Lady Bird Johnson

Inspiring Hiking and Outdoorsy Quotes

From walking in the Peak District to volcano trekking in Guatemala and hiking through South America , there are so many beautiful trails around the world that are both challenging and mindful at the same time.

The following nature lovers quotes are designed to inspire your next hiking adventure.

45. “Walking is a man’s best medicine.” – Hippocrates

46. “Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.” – John Muir

47. “An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” – Henry David Thoreau

48. “Walking: the most ancient exercise and still the best modern exercise.” – Carrie Latet

49. “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – Lao-Tzu

50. “ Hiking and happiness go hand in hand or foot in boot.” – Diane Spicer

Quotes about Loving Nature

51. “All truly great thoughts are conceived by walking.” – Friedrich Nietzsche

52. “After a day’s walk, everything has twice its usual value.” – G.M. Trevelyan

53. “ Hiking in undiscovered places is a lot of fun.” – Karolina Kurkova

54. “Returning home is the most difficult part of long-distance hiking . You have grown outside the puzzle and your piece no longer fits.” – Cindy Ross

55. “Days of slow walking are very long: they make you live longer, because you have allowed every hour, every minute, every second to breathe, to deepen, instead of filling them up by straining the joints.” – Frederic Gros

Exploration Quotes About Being Outdoors in Nature

Love exploring new places and getting off the beaten track? These nature exploration quotes are all about finding your own path and appreciating the nature around you.

56. “As human beings, we have an innate need to explore, to see what’s around the corner.” – Jimmy Chin

57. “I see my path, but I don’t know where it leads. Not knowing where I’m going is what inspires me to travel it.” – Rosalia de Castro

58. “Afoot and lighthearted I take to the open road, healthy, free, the world before me.” – Walt Whitman

59. “If you are seeking creative ideas, go out walking. Angels whisper to a man when he goes for a walk.” – Raymond Inmon

60. “In the presence of nature , a wild delight runs through the man, in spite of real sorrows.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

61. “We do not see nature with our eyes, but with our understandings and our hearts.” – William Hazlett

62. “Keep close to Nature’s heart… and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.” – John Muir

Nature Adventure Captions

63. “The human spirit needs places where nature has not been rearranged by the hand of man.” – Unknown

64. “I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.” – Henry David Thoreau

65. “ Hiking is not escapism; it’s realism. The people who choose to spend time outdoors are not running away from anything; we are returning to where we belong.” – Jennifer Pharr Davis

66. “The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature . I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.” – Anne Frank

Quotes on Nature

67. “Like music and art, love of nature is a common language that can transcend political or social boundaries.”- Jimmy Carter

68. To me a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious Persian rug. — Helen Keller

69. “Just living is not enough… one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.” –  Hans Christian Andersen

70. “I felt my lungs inflate with the onrush of scenery—air, mountains , trees, people. I thought, ‘This is what it is to be happy.’” — Sylvia Plath

Nature Love Quotes

71. “There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature —the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.” — Rachel Carson

72. “Nature is pleased with simplicity. And nature is no dummy.” – Isaac Newton

73. Plant seeds of happiness, hope, success, and love; it will all come back to you in abundance. This is the law of nature . — Steve Maraboldi

74. “In nature , nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Trees can be contorted, bent in weird ways, and they’re still beautiful.” –  Alice Walker

75. “Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.” — Rachel Carson

76. “Every Mountain top is within reach if you just keep climbing” – Barry Findlay

77. “The summit is what drives us, but the climb itself is what really matters”

78. “Somewhere between the bottom of the climb and the summit is the answer to the mystery why we climb.”

79. “May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds.” – Edward Abbey

80. “There is pleasure in the pathless woods. There is rapture on the lonely shore. There is society where none intrudes, by the deep sea and music in its roar. I love not man the less, but Nature more.” – Lord Byron

81. “There is no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing.”

82. “Children still need a childhood with dirt, mud, puddles, trees, sticks, and tadpoles.” – Brooke Hampton

That’s 82 Motivating Quotes about the Outdoors

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120 Outdoor Quotes about Hiking, Nature, Climbing, Adventure & More

Humans have long drawn inspiration, meaning and purpose from the natural world. Many of these humans have gone on to write or say beautiful or thought-provoking quotes about the outdoors. Whether you’re looking for a little outdoor inspiration (or you just need a hiking caption for your instagram) here are 120 of the best outdoor quotes!

Because there are SO MANY outdoor quotes, I’ve organized the quotes in to the following categories:

• Classic Outdoor Quotes

Hiking Quotes

• Outdoor Inspiration Quotes

Outdoor Adventure Quotes

Climbing quotes, camping quotes, nature quotes, outdoor education quotes.

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Classic Quotes about the Outdoors

These are the most iconic outdoor quotes (ones you’ve probably seen on a hiking Instagram caption). Nonetheless, these are excellent quotes about being outside that continue to be timeless.

1. “I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived.” – Henry David Thoreau

2. “All that is gold does not glitter, not all who wander are lost.”  – JRR Tolkien

3. “A ship in harbour is safe, but that’s not what ships are for” – William Shedd

4. “Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.”  – John Muir

5. “The mountains are calling and I must go.” – John Muir

6. “The woods are lovely, dark and deep, but I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep” – Robert Frost

7. “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.” – Helen Keller

8. “The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun.”  – Alexander Supertramp McCandless

9. “If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine, it’s lethal.” – Paulo Coelho

10. “I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.”  – Henry David Thoreau

11. “You’re off to great places, today is your day. Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way.” – Dr Seuss

12. “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”  – Lao-Tzu

13. “And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.”  – John Muir

14. “Afoot and lighthearted I take to the open road, healthy, free, the world before me.” – Walt Whitman

15. “The best views come after the hardest climb” – Unknown

16. “You cannot discover new oceans unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.” – Andre Gide

17. “In the presence of nature, a wild delight runs through the man, in spite of real sorrows.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

18. “The wilderness holds answers to questions man has not yet learned to ask.”  – Nancy Newhall

19. “Wilderness is not a luxury but necessity of the human spirit.” – Edward Abbey

20. “The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.”  – John Muir

Ah hiking quotes – the mottos we repeat over and over as we tramp up the mountain or trek across the dessert. Find the will to go just one step further with any of these quotes about hiking.

21. “May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds.” – Edward Abbey

22. “Anywhere is within walking distance.”  –   Anonymous

23. “Hiking’s not for everyone. Notice the wilderness is mostly empty.” –  Sonja Yoerg

24. “If we were meant to stay in one place, we’d have roots instead of feet. ” –  Rachel Wolchin

25. “Backpacking: An extended form of hiking in which people carry double the amount of gear they need for half the distance they planned to go in twice the time it should take.”  – Anonymous

26. “Hiking and happiness go hand in hand or foot in boot.”  – Diane Spicer

27. “You need special shoes for hiking—and a bit of a special soul as well.”  – Terri Guillemets

28. “We don’t stop hiking because we grow old. We grow old because we stop hiking.”  – Finis Mitchell

29. “If the winter is too cold and the summer is too hot, you are not a hiker.”  – Anonymous

30. “Days of slow walking are very long: they make you live longer, because you have allowed every hour, every minute, every second to breathe, to deepen, instead of filling them up by straining the joints.”  – Frederic Gros

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31. “Carry as little as possible, but choose that little with care” – Earl Schaffer

32. “All truly great thoughts are conceived by walking.”  – Friedrich Nietzsche

33. “Returning home is the most difficult part of long-distance hiking. You have grown outside the puzzle and your piece no longer fits.”  – Cindy Ross

34. “The antidote to exhaustion isn’t rest. It’s nature.” –  Shikoba 

35. “No Pain, No Rain, No Maine.”  – Appalachian Trail Saying

36. “Walking: the most ancient exercise and still the best modern exercise.”  – Carrie Latet

37. “Hiking is not escapism; it’s realism. The people who choose to spend time outdoors are not running away from anything; we are returning to where we belong.”  – Jennifer Pharr Davis

38. “There is no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing.” – Alfred Wainwright

39. “A walk in nature walks the soul back home.” – Mary Davis

40. “A crude meal, no doubt, but the best of all sauces is hunger.” – Edward Abbey

Outdoor Inspirational Quotes

For thousands of years poets, scholars and philosophers have looked to nature for inspiration, and the outdoor never disappoints. Here are some inspirational quotes about being outdoors.

41. “If you’re going through hell, keep going.”  – Winston Churchill

42. “There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.”  – Beverly Sills

43. “The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun.”  – Alexander Supertramp Mccandless

44. “The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature. I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.”  – Anne Frank

45. “It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” – Confucius

46. “One way to get the most out of life is to look upon it as an adventure.” – Unknown

47. “If you can find a path with no obstacles, it probably doesn’t lead anywhere.” – Frank A. Clark

48. “The best thing one can do when it’s raining is to let it rain.”  – Henry Longfellow

49. “I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be” – Douglas Adams

50. “I see my path, but I don’t know where it leads. Not knowing where I’m going is what inspires me to travel it.” – Rosalia De Castro

51. “Until you step into the unknown, you don’t know what you are made of.” – Roy T. Bennet

52. “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” – Nelson Mandela

53. “Remember even though the outside world might be raining, if you keep on smiling the sun will soon show its face and smile back at you.” – Anna Lee

54. “The wilderness holds answers to questions man has not yet learned to ask.”  – Nancy Newhall

55. “Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams.” –  Ashley Smith

56. “If you are seeking creative ideas, go out walking. Angels whisper to a man when he goes for a walk.”  – Raymond Inmon

57. “I go to nature every day for inspiration in the day’s work.” – Frank Lloyd Wright

58. “In every walk with nature, one received far more than he seeks.” – John Muir

59. “Travel doesn’t become adventure until you leave yourself behind.” – Marty Rubin

60. “Attitude is the difference between an ordeal and an adventure” – Anonymous

61. “Not till we are completely lost or turned around…do we begin to find ourselves.” – Henry David Thoreau 

61. “Some beautiful paths can’t be discovered without getting lost.” – Erol Ozan

62. “Every Mountain top is within reach if you just keep climbing” – Barry Findlay

63. “May your dreams be larger than mountains and may you have the courage to scale their summits.” – Harley King

Here we have a mix of outdoor adventure quotes inspired by the challenges, risks and rewards inherent in the pursuit of adventure.

64. “No matter the risks we take, we always consider the end to be too soon, even though in life, more than anything else, quality should be more important than quantity.”  – Alex Honnold

65. “Being brave isn’t the absence of fear. Being brave is having that fear but finding a way through it.” – Bear Grylls

66. “As human beings, we have an innate need to explore, to see what’s around the corner.” –  Jimmy Chin

67. “Ambition leads me not only farther than any other man has been before me, but as far as I think it possible for man to go.” – Captain James Cook

68. “The word adventure has gotten overused. For me, when everything goes wrong – that’s when adventure starts .”– Yvon Chouinard

69. “The greatest adventure is what lies ahead.”  –   JRR Tolkien

70. “Being brave or being courageous is really just a matter of how much you want to do something. If you don’t want to do something that much then you won’t be brave enough to do it. If you really want to do something then you will be brave enough to do it” – Hazel Findlay

71. “Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go.” – T.S Eliot

72. “Adventure isn’t all about rowing oceans or climbing mountains. Adventure in its purest form is simply a way of thinking. Live by that philosophy and you’ll make more of the short time we’ve been given on this rock” – Sean Conway

Next up, we have a series of quotes about climbing mountains (and often conquering yourself in the process). These are some of the most universal outdoor quotes, as we can all relate to climbing either a physical or a metaphorical mountain.

73. “Everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you are climbing it.” – Andy Rooney

74. “Because in the end, you won’t remember the time you spent working in an office or mowing the lawn. Climb that goddamn mountain.” – Jack Kerouac

75. “Somewhere between the bottom of the climb and the summit is the answer to the mystery why we climb.” – Greg Child

76. “The summit is what drives us, but the climb itself is what really matters” – Conrad Anker

77. “It’s not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.” – Sir Edmund Hillary

78. “Everyone can transform the world from one of monotony and drabness to one of excitement and adventure.” – Irving Wallace

79. “I’ve done a lot of thinking about fear. For me the crucial question is not how to climb without fear – that’s impossible – but how to deal with it when it creeps into your nerve endings.” – Alex Honnold

80. “I didn’t go up there to die. I went up there to live.” – Reinhold Messner

81. “When you are in the middle of the Gigantic & Majestic Himalayas, you really find your true place in the Universe. You really figure out how small you are in the grand scheme of things. All your ego completely gets cleaned.” –Kuntal Joisher

82. “Somewhere between the bottom of the climb and the summit is the answer to the mystery why we climb.” – Greg Child

83. “Climb the mountain not to plant your flag, but to embrace the challenge, enjoy the air and behold the view. Climb it so you can see the world, not so the world can see you.” – David McCullough Jr .

84. “Never measure the height of a mountain until you reach the top. Then you will see how low it was.” – Dag Hammarskjold

85. “In the mountains there is the promise of… something unexplainable. A higher place of awareness, a spirit that soars. So we climb…” – Rob Parker

86. “For those who climb, the answer is both obvious and impossible to explain — the everyday concerns of livelihood, of social standing, overdue bills, and futureless romance all fall away before the vast and overwhelming absolute of the mountain.” – Paul Watkins

87. “A bad day camping is still better than a good day working.”  – Anonymous

88. “You don’t have to sit outside in the dark. If, however, you want to look at the stars, you will find that darkness is necessary. But the stars neither require nor demand it.” – Annie Dillard

89. “Home is where you stake it.” – Unknown

90. “Now I see the secret of making the best person, it is to grow in the open air and to eat and sleep with the earth.”  – Walt Whitman

91. “I believe that there is a subtle magnetism in Nature, which, if we unconsciously yield to it, will direct us aright.” – Henry David Thoreau

92. “To walk in nature is to witness a thousand miracles” – Mary Davis

93. “I found far more answers in the woods than I ever did in the city.” – Mary Davis

94. “If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” – Vincent Van Gogh

95. “Nature gives to every time and season some beauties of its own.” – Charles Dickens

96. “The earth has music for those who listen.” – William Shakespeare

97. “There is a way that nature speaks, that land speaks. Most of the time we are simply not patient enough, quiet enough, to pay attention to the story.” – Linda Hogan

98. “Keep close to Nature’s heart… and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.” – John Muir

99. “I just wish the world was twice as big and half of it was still unexplored” – David Attenborough  

100. “Deep down, at the molecular heart of life, the trees and we are essentially identical.”  – Carl Sagan

101. “Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and winds long to play with your hair.” – Kahli Gibran

102. “The environment, after all, is where we all meet, where we all have a mutual interest. It is one thing that all of us share. It is not only a mirror of ourselves, but a focusing lens on what we can become.”  – Lady Bird Johnson

103. “He is richest who is content with the least, for content is the wealth of nature.” – Socrates

104. “Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity.” – John Muir

105. “The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world’s joy.” – Henry Warn Beecher

106. “There is pleasure in the pathless woods. There is rapture on the lonely shore. There is society where none intrudes, by the deep sea and music in its roar. I love not man the less, but Nature more.” – Lord Byron

107. “I go to Nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put together.” – John Burroughs

108. “It is not so much for its beauty that the forest makes a claim upon men’s hearts, as for that subtle something, that quality of air that emanation from old trees, that so wonderfully changes and renews a weary spirit.” – Robert Louis Stevenson

109. “In all things of nature there is something of the marvellous.”  –   Aristotle

110. “The richness I achieve comes from Nature, the source of my inspiration.” – Claude Monet

111. “Look deep into nature and you will understand everything better.”  – Albert Einstein

112. “Real freedom lies in wildness, not in civilization.”  – Charles Lindbergh

113. “Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.”  – Gary Snyder

114. “Earth and sky, woods and fields, lakes and rivers, the mountain and the sea, are excellent schoolmasters, and teach of us more than we can ever learn from books.” – John Lubbock

115. “After a day’s walk, everything has twice its usual value.”  – G.M. Trevelyan

116. “Come forth into the light things, let nature be your teacher.” – William Wordsworth

117. “A healthy outside starts from the inside.” – Robert Urich

118. “We must get beyond textbooks, go out into bypaths and untrodden depths of the wilderness of truth and explore and tell the world of our glorious journey” – John Hope

119. “Adopt the pace of nature. Her secret is patience.” –  Ralph Waldo Emerson

120. “Walking is a man’s best medicine.”  – Hippocrates

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Get inspired to reconnect with the natural world with the best nature quotes.

Nature and its beauty have long been a source of inspiration for mankind. Its wildness, unpredictability, and resilience contain lessons we can all benefit from.

Even being in nature has the ability to restore our minds, renew our spirits, and help us center ourselves. So enjoy these nature quotes and gain a new appreciation for the environment and the world around you today.

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Top 20 Nature Quotes

Nature never did betray the heart that loved her. William Wordsworth

Nature always wears the colors of the spirit. Ralph Waldo Emerson

Nature is the purest portal to inner-peace. Angie Weiland Crosby

Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. Albert Einstein

Nature holds the key to our aesthetic, intellectual, cognitive and even spiritual satisfaction. E.O. Wilson

There is no better designer than nature. Alexander McQueen

In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous. Aristotle

One touch of nature makes the whole world kin. William Shakespeare

Everything in excess is opposed to nature. Hippocrates

The laws of nature are but the mathematical thoughts of God. Euclid

Water is the driving force of all nature. Leonardo da Vinci

A walk in nature walks the soul back home. Mary Davis

Choose only one master—nature. Rembrandt

Nothing is art if it does not come from nature. Antoni Gaudi

Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished. Lao Tzu

Come forth into the light of things, let nature be your teacher. William Wordsworth

Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you. Frank Lloyd Wright

Quotes about Nature

There is no denying the vastness and variability of nature. These nature quotes show how it has been the source of study, reverence, and admiration for mankind. The joys of being in nature should always be celebrated.

Whether you’re walking through a damp forest, crunching along a black-sand beach, or climbing snowy mountain tops – it’s easy to lose yourself and find yourself again in the natural world.

Joy in looking and comprehending is nature’s most beautiful gift. Albert Einstein

Nothing makes me so happy as to observe nature and to paint what I see. Henri Rousseau

I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles. Anne Frank

Keep close to Nature’s heart… and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean. John Muir

In nature there are neither rewards nor punishments; there are consequences. Robert Green Ingersoll

Man’s heart away from nature becomes hard. Standing Bear

Everything in nature invites us constantly to be what we are. Gretel Ehrlich

Light in Nature creates the movement of colors. Robert Delaunay

Nature has been for me, for as long as I remember, a source of solace, inspiration, adventure, and delight; a home , a teacher, a companion. Lorraine Anderson

Nature is an infinite sphere of which the center is everywhere and the circumference nowhere. Blaise Pascal

Nature can do more than physicians. Oliver Cromwell

A mere copier of nature can never produce anything great. Joshua Reynolds

In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks. John Muir

A friend may well be reckoned the masterpiece of nature. Ralph Waldo Emerson

Curiosity is the one thing invincible in nature. Freya Stark

The three great elemental sounds in nature are the sound of rain, the sound of wind in a primeval wood, and the sound of outer ocean on a beach. Henry Beston

We do not see nature with our eyes, but with our understandings and our hearts. William Hazlitt

Nature is not a place to visit. It is home. Gary Snyder

Every particular in nature, a leaf, a drop, a crystal, a moment of time is related to the whole, and partakes of the perfection of the whole. Ralph Waldo Emerson

The goal of life is to make your heartbeat match the beat of the universe, to match your nature with Nature. Joseph Campbell

The richness I achieve comes from Nature, the source of my inspiration . Claude Monet

Adopt the secret of nature: her secret is patience. Ralph Waldo Emerson

In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Alice Walker

I believe in God, only I spell it Nature. Frank Lloyd Wright

There are moments when all anxiety and stated toil are becalmed in the infinite leisure and repose of nature. Henry David Thoreau

If you can’t be in awe of Mother Nature, there’s something wrong with you. Alex Trebek

Men argue. Nature acts. Voltaire

To me, Mother Nature isn’t nearly as scary as human nature. Paula Stokes

If nature has taught us anything it is that the impossible is probable. Ilyas Kassam

In nature nothing is created, nothing is lost, everything changes. Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier

During all these years there existed within me a tendency to follow Nature in her walks. John James Audubon

We still do not know one thousandth of one percent of what nature has revealed to us. Albert Einstein

There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature—the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter. Rachel Carson

As in nature, as in art , so in grace; it is rough treatment that gives souls, as well as stones, their luster. Thomas Guthrie

If you will stay close to nature, to its simplicity, to the small things hardly noticeable, those things can unexpectedly become great and immeasurable. Rainer Maria Rilke

Everything in nature is lyrical in its ideal essence, tragic in its fate, and comic in its existence. George Santanaya

How strange that nature does not knock, and yet does not intrude! Emily Dickinson

You can never really go wrong if you take nature as an example. Christian Dior

The course of Nature is the art of God. Edward Young

Natural Beauty Quotes

Part of our fascination with nature is the duality it contains. Nature gives us harsh and unforgiving experiences like hurricanes, but also brings beauty to the world.

These quotes on natural beauty focus on the beautiful side of the natural world. Think about flowers blooming, brightly colored humming birds and butterflies flapping, or scenic views of brilliant sunsets.

It’s no wonder so many nature quotes compare it to art and acknowledge the Divine within it.

Nature’s beauty is a gift that cultivates appreciation and gratitude. Louie Schwartzberg

Those who find beauty in all of nature will find themselves at one with the secrets of life itself. L. Wolfe Gilbert

Looking at beauty in the world, is the first step of purifying the mind. Amit Ray

I believe a leaf of grass is no less than the journey-work of the stars. Walt Whitman

Sunset is still my favorite color, and rainbow is second. Mattie Stepanek

Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul. John Muir

Give me odorous at sunrise a garden of beautiful flowers where I can walk undisturbed. Walt Whitman

For in the true nature of things, if we rightly consider, every green tree is far more glorious than if it were made of gold and silver. Martin Luther King Jr.

I’ve seen the majestic beauty of nature and the overwhelming perfection of it. To me, there’s nothing closer to God than that. Cote de Pablo

Our task must be to free ourselves by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature and its beauty. Albert Einstein

It is the simple things of life that make living worthwhile, the sweet fundamental things such as love and duty, work and rest, and living close to nature . Laura Ingalls Wilder

There are no lines in nature, only areas of color, one against another. Edouard Manet

All my life through, the new sights of Nature made me rejoice like a child. Marie Curie

Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. Rachel Carson

Nature is pleased with simplicity. And nature is no dummy. Isaac Newton

Nature knows no indecencies; man invents them. Mark Twain

Tranquility, serenity, and beauty of nature taught me how to find happiness in life and in the silence of eternity. Debasish Mridha

Scenery Quotes

I felt my lungs inflate with the onrush of scenery—air, mountains, trees, people. I thought, ‘This is what it is to be happy.’ Sylvia Plath

Land really is the best art. Andy Warhol

The greener the setting, the more the relief. Richard Louv

The mountains are calling and I must go. John Muir

The Amen of nature is always a flower. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.

Over every mountain there is a path, although it may not be seen from the valley. Theodore Roethke

To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment. Jane Austen

Sunsets are proof that endings can often be beautiful, too. Beau Taplin

If you look the right way, you can see that the whole world is a garden. Frances Hodgson Burnett

May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. Edward Abbey

Leave the roads; take the trails. Pythagoras

Let us permit nature to have her way. She understands her business better than we do. Michel de Montaigne

The goal of life is living in agreement with nature. Zeno

The environment and the economy are really both two sides of the same coin. If we cannot sustain the environment, we cannot sustain ourselves. Wangari Maathai

Environment Quotes

The environment is where we all meet; where all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share. Lady Bird Johnson

The Earth is what we all have in common. Wendell Berry

We don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children. Chief Seattle

You cannot protect the environment unless you empower people, you inform them, and you help them understand that these resources are their own, that they must protect them. Wangari Maathai

Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influence of the earth. Henry David Thoreau

Preserve and cherish the pale blue dot, the only home we’ve ever known. Carl Sagan

The only way forward, if we are going to improve the quality of the environment, is to get everybody involved. Richard Rogers

The least movement is of importance to all nature. The entire ocean is affected by a pebble. Blaise Pascal

For most of history , man has had to fight nature to survive; in this century he is beginning to realize that, in order to survive, he must protect it. Jacques-Yves Cousteau

Never, no, never did nature say one thing and wisdom another. Edmund Burke

I just wish the world was twice as big and half of it was still unexplored. David Attenborough

It is our collective and individual responsibility to preserve and tend to the world in which we all live. Dalai Lama

Humankind’s greatest priority is to reintegrate with the natural world. Jonathon Porritt

Wilderness Quotes

Some of the best parts of spending time in nature are found in excursions into the wilderness.

Those forests with no trails, deserts with no roads, or even the open sea all have rugged and uncertain characteristics that make them interesting.

I am glad I will not be young in a future without wilderness. Aldo Leopold

The love of wilderness is more than a hunger for what is always beyond reach; it is also an expression of loyalty to the earth, the earth which bore us and sustains us, the only paradise we shall ever know, the only paradise we ever need, if only we had the eyes to see. Edward Abbey

I don’t like formal gardens. I like wild nature. It’s just the wilderness instinct in me, I guess. Walt Disney

The land knows you, even when you are lost. Robin Wall Kimmerer

Plans to protect air and water, wilderness and wildlife are in fact plans to protect man. Stewart Udall

The farther one gets into the wilderness, the greater is the attraction of its lonely freedom. Theodore Roosevelt

If you know wilderness in the way that you know love, you would be unwilling to let it go. We are talking about the body of the beloved, not real estate. Terry Tempest Williams

Our drive, our ruggedness, our unquenchable optimism and zeal and elan go back to the challenges of the untrammeled wilderness. Harvey Broome

Without wilderness, we will eventually lose the capacity to understand America. Harvey Broome

In wilderness I sense the miracle of life, and behind it our scientific accomplishments fade to trivia. Charles Lindbergh

If we can teach people about wildlife, they will be touched. Share my wildlife with me. Because humans want to save things that they love. Steve Irwin

Wild animals are less wild and more human than many humans of this world. Munia Khan

The rules of wildlife are simple and clear, which is not the case for men. Laurent Baheux

The continued existence of wildlife and wilderness is important to the quality of life of humans. Jim Fowler

It is not enough to understand the natural world; the point is to defend and preserve it. Edward Abbey

Outdoor Quotes

To me a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious Persian rug. Helen Keller

My father considered a walk among the mountains as the equivalent of churchgoing. Aldous Huxley

If people sat outside and looked at the stars each night, I’ll bet they’d live a lot differently. Bill Watterson

You shall, I question not, find a way to the top if you diligently seek for it; for nature hath placed nothing so high that is out of the reach of industry and valor. Alexander The Great

The fairest thing in nature, a flower, still has its roots in earth and manure. D. H. Laurence

I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order. John Burroughs

There’s a whole world out there, right outside your window. You’d be a fool to miss it. Charlotte Eriksson

Life sucks a lot less when you add mountain air, a campfire and some peace and quiet. Brooke Hampton

Just living is not enough. One must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower. Hans Christian Andersen

If you wish to know the divine, feel the wind on your face and the warm sun on your hand. Buddha

Being able to smell the fresh air and disconnect from the news and your phone — there’s nothing like it. Jason Ward

There is a way that nature speaks, that land speaks. Most of the time we are simply not patient enough, quiet enough, to pay attention to the story. Linda Hogan

To forget how to dig the earth and to tend the soil is to forget ourselves. Mahatma Gandhi

Forest Quotes

The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness. John Muir

Knowing trees, I understand the meaning of patience . Knowing grass, I can appreciate persistence. Hal Borland

God has cared for these trees, saved them from drought, disease, avalanches, and a thousand tempests and floods. But he cannot save them from fools. John Muir

The woods are lovely, dark and deep. But I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep. Robert Frost

There is pleasure in the pathless woods, there is rapture in the lonely shore, there is society where none intrudes, by the deep sea, and music in its roar; I love not Man the less, but Nature more. Lord Byron

Trees love to toss and sway; they make such happy noises. Emily Carr

It is not so much for its beauty that the forest makes a claim upon men’s hearts, as for that subtle something, that quality of air that emanation from old trees, that so wonderfully changes and renews a weary spirit. Robert Louis Stevenson

Solitary trees, if they grow at all, grow strong. Winston Churchill

It is said that the forest has a certain limit if you look straight ahead, but the sides are boundless. Riccardo Bozzi

Not just beautiful, though — the stars are like the trees in the forest, alive and breathing. And they’re watching me. Haruki Murakami

Forests are like churches, hallowed places. There’s a stillness about them, a sort of reverence. Sabrina Elkins

Forests should not be walked on, they should be walked under and through. Courtney M. Privett

I am convinced that most Americans of the new generation have no idea what a decent forest looks like. The only way to tell them is to show them. Aldo Leopold

Do you feel more connected to nature now? If not, try getting outside and meeting Mother Nature for yourself again.

Admiring natural beauty and enjoying time outdoors will give you a better appreciation for the environment, and even has health benefits . So get out and walk among the trees, or even plant some of your own, and cherish the planet we live on today.

Quincy Seale

153 Best Travel Quotes To Inspire You To See The World

We’ve been putting together some of our favorite inspirational travel quotes as we continue to travel the world and experience new places and things abroad.

What follows is a complete collection of 153 of the best travel quotes, complete with adventure travel quotes from famous figures like Anthony Bourdain, John Muir, and Mark Twain.

Warning: some of these quotes may give you the travel itch! In any case, I hope you’ll find some of these short travel quotes inspirational for your own journey!

Table of Contents show 153 Best Travel Quotes • Famous Travel Quotes • Mark Twain Travel Quotes • Funny Travel Quotes • Short Travel Quotes • Misc Travel Quotes • Inspirational Travel Quotes • Travel With Friends Quotes • Adventure Travel Quotes • Solo Travel Quotes • Anthony Bourdain Travel Quotes More Travel Content & Tips  

153 Best Travel Quotes

• famous travel quotes.

The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page. — Unknown

Take only memories, leave only footprints. — Unknown

Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world. — Gustave Flaubert

Not all those who wander are lost. — J.R.R. Tolkien

Every man dies, but not every man really lives. — William Wallace

To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all. — Oscar Wilde

Life is a journey. Make the most of it. — Unknown

I’ve traveled every road in this here land… I’ve been everywhere, man, I’ve been everywhere. — Johnny Cash

Paris is always a good idea. — Audrey Hepburn

Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer. — Unknown

Collect moments, not things. — Unknown

Today is your day, your mountain is waiting. So get on your way. — Dr Seuss

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the things you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover. — Unknown

I’m shaking the dust of this crummy little town off my feet and I’m gonna see the world. — George Bailey in It’s A Wonderful Life

It’s a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don’t keep your feet, there’s no knowing where you might be swept off to. — J.R.R. Tolkien

Nature is not a place to visit. It is home. — Gary Snyder

Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not. — Ralph Waldo Emerson

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. — Lao Tzu

In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks. — John Muir

The mountains are calling and I must go. — John Muir

Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves. — John Muir

To move, to breathe, to fly, to float, to gain all while you give, to roam the roads of lands remote: To travel is to live. — Hans Christian Andersen

Oh the places you’ll go. — Dr. Seuss

I shall be telling this with a sigh, Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I — I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. — Robert Frost

When one is alone at night in the depths of the woods, the stillness is at once awful and sublime. — John Muir

Nature gives to every time and season some beauties of its own. — Charles Dickens

• Mark Twain Travel Quotes

Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the Earth all one’s lifetime.

To do something, say something, see something, before anybody else — these are the things that confer a pleasure compared with which other pleasures are tame and commonplace, other ecstasies cheap and trivial. Lifetimes of ecstasy crowded into a single moment.

It is the loveliest fleet of islands [ Hawaii ] that lies anchored in any ocean.

No alien land in all the world has any deep strong charm for me but that one [ Hawaii ], no other land could so longingly and so beseechingly haunt me, sleeping and waking, through half a lifetime, as that one has done. Other things leave me, but it abides; other things change, but it remains the same.   For me the balmy airs are always blowing, its summer seas flashing in the sun; the pulsing of its surfbeat is in my ear; I can see its garlanded crags, its leaping cascades, its plumy palms drowsing by the shore, its remote summits floating like islands above the cloud wrack; I can feel the spirit of its wildland solitudes, I can hear the splash of its brooks; in my nostrils still lives the breath of flowers that perished twenty years ago.

• Funny Travel Quotes

Airplanes may kill you, but they ain’t likely to hurt you. — Leroy Satchel Paige

Two great talkers will not travel far together. — George Borrow

I have found out that there ain’t no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them. — Mark Twain

I travel a lot; I hate having my life disrupted by routine. — Caskie Stinnett

Did you ever notice that the first piece of luggage on the carousel never belongs to anyone? — Erma Bombeck

Toto, I have a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore. — Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz

• Short Travel Quotes

Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before. — Unknown

Better to see something once than hear about it a thousand times. — Asian Proverb

Traveling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller. — Ibn Battutah

We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us. — Unknown

One travels to run away from routine, that dreadful routine that kills all imagination and all our capacity for enthusiasm. — Ella Maillart

Half the fun of travel is the esthetic of lostness. — Ray Bradbury

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. — Marcel Proust

There are no foreign lands. It is the traveler only who is foreign. — Robert Louis Stevenson

Life begins at the end of your comfort zone. — Neale Donald Walsh

I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list. — Unknown

And I think to myself, what a wonderful world. — Louis Armstrong

They say travel broadens the mind, but you must have the mind. — G.K. Chesterton

Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow. — Anita Desai

Life is short and the world is wide. — Unknown

The whole object of travel is not to set foot on foreign land; it is at last to set foot on one’s own country as a foreign land. — G.K. Chesterton

A good traveler has no fixed plans and is not intent on arriving. — Lao Tzu

If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere. — Vincent van Gogh

The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness. — John Muir

A wise traveler never despises his own country. — Carlos Osvaldo Goldoni

You know more of a road by having traveled it than by all the conjectures and descriptions in the world. — William Hazlitt

I love to travel, but hate to arrive. — Albert Einstein

And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul. — John Muir

A great way to learn about your country is to leave it. — Henry Rollins

Live your life by a compass, not a clock. — Stephen Covey

Some experiences simply do not translate, you have to go to know. — Kobi Yamada

I am not the same, having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world. — Mary Anne Radmacher

At its best, travel should challenge our preconceptions and most cherished views, cause us to rethink our assumptions, shake us a bit, make us broader minded and more understanding. — Arthur Frommer

Travel is never a matter of money, but of courage. — Paulo Coelho

Some beautiful paths can’t be discovered without getting lost. — Erol Ozan

Travel far enough, you meet yourself. — David Mitchell

The journey itself is my home. — Matsuo Basho

Live, travel, adventure, bless and don’t be sorry. — Jack Kerouac

The saddest journey in the world is the one that follows a precise itinerary. — Guillermo del Toro

A good traveler leaves no tracks. — Lao Tzu

It’s in those quiet little towns, at the edge of the world, that you will find the salt of the Earth people who make you feel right at home. — Aaron Lauritsen

It is better to travel well than to arrive. — Unknown

The impulse to travel is one of the hopeful symptoms of life. — Agnes Repplier

• Misc Travel Quotes

Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower. — Albert Camus

To the lover of wilderness, Alaska is one of the most wonderful countries in the world. — John Muir

When we contemplate the whole globe as one great dewdrop, striped and dotted with continents and islands, flying through space with other stars all singing and shining together as one, the whole universe appears as an infinite storm of beauty. — John Muir

I’m in love with Montana. For other states I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some affection. But with Montana, it is love. — John Steinbeck

Yosemite Park is a place of rest, a refuge from the roar and dust and weary, nervous, wasting work of the lowlands, in which one gains the advantages of both solitude and society. — John Muir

The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever. — Jacques Cousteau

The Mediterranean has the color of mackerel, changeable I mean. You don’t always know if it is green or violet, you can’t even say it’s blue, because the next moment the changing reflection has taken on a tint of rose or gray. — Vincent van Gogh

I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order. — John Burroughs

No pain here, no dull empty hours, no fear of the past, no fear of the future. These blessed mountains are so compactly filled with God’s beauty, no petty personal hope or experience has room to be. — John Muir

On earth there is no heaven, but there are pieces of it. — Jules Renard

Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. — Albert Einstein

Lighthouses are not just stone, brick, metal, and glass. There’s a human story at every lighthouse. — Elinor DeWire

To almost every man and woman there is something about a lighted beacon which suggests hope and trust and appeals to the better instincts of all mankind. — Edward Rowe Snowe

• Inspirational Travel Quotes

Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all. — Helen Keller

Never let your memories be greater than your dreams. — Douglas Ivester

All men dream, but not equally. Those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds, wake in the day to find that it was vanity. But the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act on their dreams with open eyes, to make them possible. — Lawrence of Arabia

Do not dare not to dare. — C.S. Lewis

Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear. — George Adair

Wherever you go, go with all your heart. — Unknown

It seems to be a law of nature, inflexible and inexorable, that those who will not risk cannot win. — John Paul Jones

This is what holidays, travels, vacations are about. It is not really rest or even leisure we chase. We strain to renew our capacity for wonder to shock ourselves into astonishment once again. — Shana Alexander

I beg young people to travel. If you don’t have a passport, get one. Take a summer, get a backpack and go to Delhi, go to Saigon, go to Bangkok, go to Kenya. Have your mind blown. Eat interesting food. Dig some interesting people. Have an adventure. Be careful. Come back and you’re going to see your country differently, you’re going to see your president differently, no matter who it is. — Henry Rollins

Because in the end, you won’t remember the time you spent working in an office or mowing your lawn. Climb that damn mountain. — Jack Kerouac

For my part, I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel’s sake. The great affair is to move; to feel the needs and hitches of our life more nearly; to come down off this feather-bed of civilization, and find the globe granite underfoot and strewn with cutting flints. — Robert Louis Stevenson

Stuff your eyes with wonder, live as if you’d drop dead in ten seconds. See the world. It’s more fantastic than any dream made or paid for in factories. — Ray Bradbury

We leave something of ourselves behind when we leave a place. We stay there, even though we go away. And there are things in us that we can find again only by going back there. — Pascal Mercier

Once in a while it really hits people that they don’t have to experience the world in the way they have been told to. — Alan Keightley

Every dreamer knows that it is entirely possible to be homesick for a place you’ve never been to, perhaps more homesick than for familiar ground. — Judith Thurman

Once you have traveled, the voyage never ends, but is played out over and over again in the quietest chambers. The mind can never break off from the journey. — Pat Conroy

No man is brave that has never walked a hundred miles. If you want to know the truth of who you are, walk until not a person knows your name. Travel is the great leveler, the great teacher, bitter as medicine, crueler than mirror-glass. A long stretch of road will teach you more about yourself than a hundred years of quiet. — Patrick Rothfuss

It is always sad to leave a place to which one knows one will never return. Such are the melancolies du voyage: perhaps they are one of the most rewarding things about traveling. — Gustave Flaubert

The wish to travel seems to me characteristically human: the desire to move, to satisfy your curiosity or ease your fears, to change the circumstances of your life, to be a stranger, to make a friend, to experience an exotic landscape, to risk the unknown. — Paul Theroux

Although I deeply love oceans, deserts and other wild landscapes, it is only mountains that beckon me with that sort of painful magnetic pull to walk deeper and deeper into their beauty. They keep me continuously wanting to know more, feel more, see more. — Victoria Erickson

• Travel With Friends Quotes

A journey is best measured in friends, rather than miles. — Tim Cahill

You will never be completely at home again, because part of your heart always will be elsewhere. That is the price you pay for the richness of loving and knowing people in more than one place. — Miriam Adeney

We are all travelers in the wilderness of this world, and the best we can find in our travels is an honest friend. — Robert Louis Stevenson

• Adventure Travel Quotes

Adventure is worthwhile in itself. — Amelia Earhart

If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine; it is lethal. — Paulo Coelho

Most of us abandoned the idea of a life full of adventure and travel sometime between puberty and our first job. Our dreams died under the dark weight of responsibility. Occasionally the old urge surfaces, and we label it with names that suggest psychological aberrations: the big chill, a midlife crisis. — Tim Cahill

Only by going alone in silence, without baggage, can one truly get into the heart of the wilderness. All other travel is mere dust and hotels and baggage and chatter. — John Muir

Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit, and as vital to our lives as water and good bread. — Edward Abbey

Once a journey is designed, equipped, and put in process, a new factor enters and takes over. A trip, a safari, an exploration, is an entity, different from all other journeys. It has personality, temperament, individuality, uniqueness. A journey is a person in itself; no two are alike. And all plans, safeguards, policing, and coercion are fruitless.   We find after years of struggle that we do not take a trip; a trip takes us. Tour masters, schedules, reservations, brass-bound and inevitable, dash themselves to wreckage on the personality of the trip. Only when this is recognized can the blown-in-the glass bum relax and go along with it. Only then do the frustrations fall away. In this a journey is like marriage. The certain way to be wrong is to think you control it. — John Steinbeck

What is that feeling when you’re driving away from people and they recede on the plain till you see their specks dispersing? – it’s the too-huge world vaulting us, and it’s good-bye. But we lean forward to the next crazy venture beneath the skies. — Jack Kerouac

A ship is safe in harbor, but that’s not what ships are for. — J.A. Shedd

Do not follow where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and make a trail. — Ralph Waldo Emerson

It’s a terrible thing, I think, in life to wait until you’re ready. I have this feeling now that actually no one is ever ready to do anything. There is almost no such thing as ready. There is only now. And you may as well do it now. Generally speaking, now is as good a time as any. — Hugh Laurie

Adventure is a path. Real adventure – self-determined, self-motivated, often risky – forces you to have firsthand encounters with the world. The world the way it is, not the way you imagine it. Your body will collide with the Earth and you will bear witness. In this way you will be compelled to grapple with the limitless kindness and bottomless cruelty of humankind – and perhaps realize that you yourself are capable of both. This will change you. Nothing will ever again be black-and-white. — Mark Jenkins

The very basic core of a man’s living spirit is his passion for adventure. The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun. — Christopher McCandless

Adventure is allowing the unexpected to happen to you. Exploration is experiencing what you have not experienced before. How can there be any adventure, any exploration, if you let somebody else – above all, a travel bureau – arrange everything before-hand? — Richard Aldington

Be careful because Cambodia is the most dangerous place you will ever visit. You will fall in love with it, and eventually it will break your heart. — Joel Brinkley

• Solo Travel Quotes

To awaken quite alone in a strange town is one of the most pleasant sensations in the world. — Freya Stark

Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. — Unknown

I can’t think of anything that excites a greater sense of childlike wonder than to be in a country where you are ignorant of almost everything. Suddenly you are five years old again. You can’t read anything, you have only the most rudimentary sense of how things work, you can’t reliably cross a street without endangering your life. Your whole existence becomes a series of interesting guesses. — Bill Bryson

The true fruit of travel is perhaps the feeling of being nearly everywhere at home. — Freya Stark

When you’ve managed to stumble directly into the heart of the unknown – either through the misdirection of others, or better yet, through your own creative ineptitude – there is no one there to hold your hand or tell you what to do. In those bad lost moments, in the times when we are advised not to panic, we own the unknown, and the world belongs to us. The child within has full reign. Few of us are ever so free. — Tim Cahill

No one realizes how beautiful it is to travel until he comes home and rests his head on his old, familiar pillow. — Lin Yutang

He travels the fastest who travels alone. — Rudyard Kipling

Travel can be one of the most rewarding forms of introspection. — Lawrence Durrell

When the traveler goes alone he gets acquainted with himself. — Liberty Hyde Bailey

The man who goes alone can start today; but he who travels with another must wait till that other is ready. — Henry David Thoreau

I think one travels more usefully when they travel alone, because they reflect more. — Thomas Jefferson

Loving life is easy when you are abroad. Where no one knows you and you hold your life in your hands all alone, you are more master of yourself than at any other time. — Hannah Arendt

Personally I like going places where I don’t speak the language, don’t know anybody, don’t know my way around and don’t have any delusions that I’m in control. Disoriented, even frightened, I feel alive, awake in ways I never am at home. — Michael Mewshaw

I can speak to my soul only when the two of us are off exploring deserts or cities or mountains or roads. — Paulo Coelho

Afoot and light-hearted I take to the open road. Healthy, free, the world before me. The long brown path before me leading me wherever I choose. — Walt Whitman

• Anthony Bourdain Travel Quotes

If you’re twenty-two, physically fit, hungry to learn and be better, I urge you to travel – as far and as widely as possible. Sleep on floors if you have to. Find out how other people live and eat and cook. Learn from them – wherever you go.

Travel changes you. As you move through this life and this world you change things slightly, you leave marks behind, however small. And in return, life — and travel — leaves marks on you. Most of the time, those marks — on your body or on your heart — are beautiful. Often, though, they hurt.

It’s an irritating reality that many places and events defy description. Angkor Wat and Machu Picchu , for instance, seem to demand silence, like a love affair you can never talk about.   For a while after, you fumble for words, trying vainly to assemble a private narrative, an explanation, a comfortable way to frame where you’ve been and what’s happened. In the end, you’re just happy you were there — with your eyes open — and lived to see it.

Travel is about the gorgeous feeling of teetering in the unknown.

I’m a big believer in winging it. I’m a big believer that you’re never going to find the perfect city travel experience or the perfect meal without a constant willingness to experience a bad one. Letting the happy accident happen is what a lot of vacation itineraries miss, I think, and I’m always trying to push people to allow those things to happen rather than stick to some rigid itinerary.

Do we really want to travel in hermetically sealed popemobiles through the rural provinces of France, Mexico and the Far East, eating only in Hard Rock Cafes and McDonalds? … I know what I want. I want it all. I want to try everything once.

It seems that the more places I see and experience, the bigger I realize the world to be. The more I become aware of, the more I realize how relatively little I know of it, how many places I have still to go, how much more there is to learn.   Maybe that’s enlightenment enough – to know that there is no final resting place of the mind, no moment of smug clarity. Perhaps wisdom, at least for me, means realizing how small I am, and unwise, and how far I have yet to go.

I think food, culture, people and landscape are all absolutely inseparable.

Food is everything we are. It’s an extension of nationalist feeling, ethnic feeling, your personal history, your province, your region, your tribe, your grandma. It’s inseparable from those from the get-go.

Southeast Asia has a real grip on me. From the very first time I went there, it was a fulfillment of my childhood fantasies of the way travel should be.

I wanted adventures. I wanted to go up the Nung river to the heart of darkness in Cambodia . I wanted to ride out into a desert on camelback, sand and dunes in every direction, eat whole roasted lamb with my fingers. I wanted to kick snow off my boots in a Mafiya nightclub in Russia. I wanted to play with automatic weapons in Phnom Penh, recapture the past in a small oyster village in France, step into a seedy neon-lit pulqueria in rural Mexico. I wanted to run roadblocks in the middle of the night, blowing past angry militia with a handful of hurled Marlboro packs, experience fear, excitement, wonder.   I wanted kicks – the kind of melodramatic thrills and chills I’d yearned for since childhood, the kind of adventure I’d found as a little boy in the pages of my Tintin comic books. I wanted to see the world – and I wanted the world to be just like the movies.

At this point I think my body is like an old car. Another dent ain’t gonna make a whole lot of difference. At best it’s a reminder that you’re still alive and lucky as hell. Another tattoo, another thing you did, another place you’ve been.

Without experimentation, a willingness to ask questions and try new things, we shall surely become static, repetitive, and moribund.

If I’m an advocate for anything, it’s to move. As far as you can, as much as you can. Across the ocean, or simply across the river. The extent to which you can walk in someone else’s shoes or at least eat their food, it’s a plus for everybody. Open your mind, get up off the couch, move.

Travel isn’t always pretty. It isn’t always comfortable. Sometimes it hurts, it even breaks your heart. But that’s okay. The journey changes you; it should change you. It leaves marks on your memory, on your consciousness, on your heart, and on your body. You take something with you. Hopefully, you leave something good behind.

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Best Nature Quotes

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“…and then, I have nature and art and poetry, and if that is not enough, what is enough?” ~ Vincent Willem van Gogh “I felt my lungs inflate with the onrush of scenery—air, mountains, trees, people. I thought, “This is what it is to be happy.” ~ Sylvia Plath “The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.” ~ John Muir “I wonder if the snow  loves  the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt; and perhaps it says, “Go to sleep, darlings, till the summer comes again.” ~ Lewis Carroll The fairest thing in nature, a flower, still has its roots in earth and manure. ~ D. H. Lawrence “The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature. As longs as this exists, and it certainly always will, I know that then there will always be comfort for every sorrow, whatever the circumstances may be. And I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.” ~ Anne Frank “We need the tonic of wildness…At the same time that we are earnest to explore and learn all things, we require that all things be mysterious and unexplorable, that land and sea be indefinitely wild, unsurveyed and unfathomed by us because unfathomable. We can never have enough of nature.” ~ Henry David Thoreau “Looking at beauty in the world is the first step of purifying the mind.” ~ Amit Ray “Look deep into nature and you will understand everything better.” ~ Albert Einstein “I believe a leaf of grass is no less than the journey-work of the stars.” ~ Walt Whitman “ If you can’t be in awe of Mother Nature, there’s something wrong with you. ” ~ Alex Trebek

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Inspirational Nature Quotes

“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson “Should you shield the canyons from the windstorms you would never see the true beauty of their carvings.” ~ Elisabeth Kübler-Ross “ We never notice the beauty of nature because we were too busy trying to re-create it. ” “Everything in Nature called destruction must be creation-a change from beauty to beauty.” ~ John Muir “If we surrendered to earth’s intelligence we could rise up rooted, like trees.” ~ Rainer Maria Rilke “Plant seeds of happiness, hope, success, and love; it will all come back to you in abundance. This is the law of nature.” ~ Steve Maraboli “I am losing precious days. I am degenerating into a machine for making money. I am learning nothing in this trivial world of men. I must break away and get out into the mountains to learn the news.” ~ John Muir “ Nature is man’s teacher. She unfolds her treasures to his search, unseals his eye, illumines his mind, and purifies his heart; an influence breathes from all the sights and sounds of her existence. ” ~ Alfred Billings Street

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Motivational Outdoor Quotes

“The wilderness holds answers to questions man has not yet learned to ask.” ~ Nancy Newhall “ Don´t hesitate or allow yourself to make excuses. Just get out and do it. Just get out and do it. You will be very, very glad that you did. ” ~ Christopher McCandless “No Pain, No Rain, No Maine.” ~ Appalachian Trail Saying  “Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams.” ~ Ashley Smith “All that grows upward must remain firmly rooted in the earth for it to prosper.” ~ Wald Wassermann “ The outside is the only place we can truly be inside the world. ” ~ Daniel J. Rice “There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.” ~ Beverly Sills “ All those hours exploring the great outdoors made me more resilient and confident. ” ~ David Suzuki “Brute animals are the most healthy, and they are exposed to all weather, and of men, those are healthiest who are the most exposed.” ~ Thomas Jefferson “ Of all the things I’d been skeptical about, I didn’t feel skeptical about this: the wilderness had a clarity that included me. ” ~ Cheryl Strayed, Wild “The need for wildness is written within our genes, in a language we are just beginning to understand. And in the wilderness, we will find the Rosetta Stone that can unravel this ancient language of our bones.” ~ Krista Schlyer “ Obvious enough that generalities work to protect the mind from the great outdoors; is it possible that this was in fact their first purpose? ” ~ Howard Nemerov

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“I am glad I will not be young in a future without wilderness.” ~ Aldo Leopold “I believe in God, only I spell it Nature.” ~ Frank Lloyd Wright, “The poetry of the earth is never dead.” ~ John Keats “In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous.” ~ Aristotle “Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.” ~ Gary Snyder “Nature is the art of God.” ~ Dante Alighieri “Embrace nature.” ~ Steven Magee “Choose only one master – Nature.” ~ Rembrandt “ In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks. ” ~ John Muir  “The Earth has music for those who listen.” ~ William Shakespeare “ Allow nature to teach you stillness. ” ~ Echart Tolle “Nature is pleased with simplicity. And nature is no dummy” ~ Isaac Newton “By discovering nature, you discover yourself.” ~ Maxime Lagacé “ Sunset is still my favorite color, and rainbow is second. ” ~ Mattie Stepanek “Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.” ~ John Muir “Heaven is under our feet as well as over our heads.” ~ Henry David Thoreau “There are nights when the wolves are silent and only the moon howls.” ~ George Carlin “I’d rather have roses on my table than diamonds on my neck.” ~ Emma Goldman

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Outdoor Quotes for Instagram

“I only went out for a walk and finally concluded to stay out till sundown, for going out, I found, was really going in.” ~ John Muir “Hiking’s not for everyone. Notice the wilderness is mostly empty.” ~ Sonja Yoerg “To me, a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious Persian rug.” ~ Helen Keller “ Blessed are they who see beautiful things in humble places where other people see nothing.” ~ Camille Pissarro “ You will find something more in woods than in books. Trees and stones will teach you that which you can never learn from masters. ” ~ St. Bernard “Anywhere is within walking distance.” “Listen to the trees to learn their secrets.” ~ Steven Magee “Listen to the trees to hear their stories.” ~ Steven Magee “Nature is painting for us, day after day, a picture of infinite beauty.” ~ John Ruskin  “And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.” ~ John Muir “The best way out is always through.” ~ Robert Frost “The forest makes your heart gentle.” ~ Pha Pachak “ Light a campfire and everyone’s a storyteller. ” ~ John Geddes “ Real freedom lies in the wilderness, not in civilization. ” ~ Charles Lindbergh “When you’re sad, Little Star, go out of doors. It’s always better underneath the open sky.” ~ Eva Ibbotson “ Hearty laughter is a good way to jog internally without having to go outdoors. ” ~ Norman Cousins “No kingdom on Earth can surpass the great outdoors.” ~ St. Tammany “Real freedom lies in wildness, not in civilization.” ~ Charles Lindbergh “ Adventure is worthwhile in itself. ” ~ Amelia Earhart “I never knew I liked to be outside so much. I never knew I liked lochs and views and that, but I could seriously handle living in a cottage by the side of somewhere like this.” The Panopticon” ~ Jenn Fagan “There is a pleasure in the pathless woods.” ~ Lord Byron  “All truly great thoughts are conceived by walking.” ~ Friedrich Nietzsche “A bad day camping is still better than a good day working.”  “An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” ~ Henry David Thoreau “Catch fireflies in flight, crinkle grass under your toes and know that you are always beloved always beautiful …. a dream within a dream.” ~ spoken silence “The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.” ~ John Muir “Bring the outdoors indoors.” ~ Steven Magee “Walking is a man’s best medicine.” ~ Hippocrates “I said a picnic,’ said Quin sternly. ‘In Britain, a picnic means sitting on the ground and being uncomfortable, preferably in the rain.” ~ Eva Ibbotson “The sky is the daily bread of the eyes.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson “I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.” ~ Henry David Thoreau

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Save Mother Nature Quotes

“If I were a tree, I would have no reason to love a human.” ~ Maggie Stiefvater “ Earth is what we all have in common. ” ~ Wendell Berry “ Earth was created for all of us, not some of us. ” “ Man is the most insane species. He worships an invisible God and slaughters a visible Nature without realizing that this Nature he slaughters is this invisible God he worships. ” ~ Hubert Reeves “ When we honour the Earth, we honour ourselves. ” ~ L.M.Wilde “ When it comes to climate change, you must be the change you wish to see in the world. ” “ We are all visitors to this time, this place. We are just passing through. Our purpose here is to observe, to learn, to grow, to love, and then we return home. ” ~ Australian Aboriginal “We kill all the caterpillars, then complain there are no butterflies.” ~ John Marsden “ Save nature always. It is our world. ” “ This planet is our one and only home. We have no other choice – we must care for it. ” “ If all insects and arthropods on Earth suddenly died, within 50 years all life on Earth would perish. If all humans on Earth suddenly died, within 50 years, all life would flourish. ” “ Once destroyed, nature’s beauty cannot be repurchased at any price. ” “ Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s needs, but every man’s greed. ” ~ Mahatama Gandhi “ When the blood in your veins returns to the sea, and the earth in your bones returns to the ground, perhaps then you will remember that this land does not belong to you, it is you who belong to this land. ” “ We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children. ” ~ Native American “ Trees are a poem the earth writes across the sky. Humanity cuts them down from paper so we may record our emptiness. ” ~ Kahlil Gibran “ We are living on this planet as if we had another one to go.” “ Humans are the only creature in this world, who cut the trees, make paper from it, and then write, “save trees” on it. ” “ Only after the last tree has been cut down. Only after the last river has been poisoned. Only after the last fish has been caught, only then will you find that money cannot be eaten. ” ~ Cree Indian Prophecy “ How is it possible that the most intellectual creature to ever walk the planet Earth is destroying its only home? ” ~ Jane Goodall “ For most of history, mand has had to fight nature to survive; in this century he is beginning to realize that, in order to survive, he must protect it. ” ~ Jacques-Yves Cousteau

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Quotes About Nature and Life

“When you do something noble and beautiful and nobody noticed, do not be sad. For the sun every morning is a beautiful spectacle and yet most of the audience still sleeps.” ~ John Lennon “The goal of life is to make your heartbeat match the beat of the universe, to match your nature with Nature.” ~ Joseph Campbell “Sometimes, the most productive thing that you can do is to step outside and do nothing… relax and enjoy nature.” ~ Melanie Charlene “The trees will tell their secrets to those that tune in.” ~ Steven Magee “Fewer and fewer people are raised outside of cities as the decades’ progress. Nature is sometimes not available for generations of children. Sad state of affairs.” ~ Efrat Cybulkiewicz “ My wish is to stay always like this, living quietly in a corner of nature. ” ~ Claude Monet “ A great many people, and more all the time, live their entire lives without ever once sleeping out under the stars. ” ~ Alan S. Kesselheim “ All good things are wild and free.”

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Quotes About Nature and Water

“If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water. ” ~ Loren Eiseley “ Water is the driving force of all nature. ” ~ Leonardo da Vinci “ Nature’s heart is evergreen. Her soul deep as the wild blue sea. ” “ Water is the mirror of nature. ” ~ Francis of Assisi “ We forget that the water cycle and the life cycle are one. ” ~ Jacques Yves Cousteau “ Nothing is softer or more flexible than water, yet nothing can resist it. ” ~ Lao Tzu “ In one drop of water are found all the secrets of all the oceans. ” ~ Kahlil Gibran “ It is life, I think, to watch the water. A man can learn so many things. ” ~ Nicholas Sparks “ The cure for anything is saltwater: sweat, tears, or the sea. ” ~ Isak Dinesen “Thousands have lived without love, not one without water.” ~ W. H. Auden “ A river seems a magic thing. Magic moving, living part of the very earth itself. ” ~ Laura Gilpin

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Outdoor Nature Quotes

“Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer’s day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.” ~ John Lubbock “I cannot endure to waste anything so precious as autumnal sunshine by staying in the house.” ~ Nathaniel Hawthorne “Deep down, at the molecular heart of life, the trees and we are essentially identical.” ~ Carl Sagan “Go out and paint the stars.” ~ Vincent Van Gogh “Now I see the secret of making the best person, it is to grow in the open air and to eat and sleep with the earth.”  ~ Walt Whitman “The best thing one can do when it’s raining is to let it rain.” ~ Henry Longfellow “The ocean is a mighty harmonist.” ~ William Wordsworth “ Green is the prime color of the world and that from which its loveliness arises. ” “ It’s very, very dangerous to lose contact with living nature. ” ~ Albert Hofmann “ We do not see nature with our eyes, but with our understandings and our hearts. ” ~ William Hazlitt  “Because when you stop and look around, this life is pretty amazing.” ~ Dr. Seuss “ If people sat outside and looked at the stars each night, I’ll bet they’d live a lot differently. ” ~ Bill Watterson

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Outdoor Adventure Quotes

“All that is gold does not glitter, not all who wander are lost.”  ~ JRR Tolkien “The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun.” ~ Alexander Supertramp Mccandless “Hiking is not escapism; it’s realism. The people who choose to spend time outdoors are not running away from anything; we are returning to where we belong.” ~ Jennifer Pharr Davis “ Leave nothing but footprints; take nothing but pictures; kill nothing but time. ” ~ John Kay “ It’s the adventure, the adrenaline-flowing, risk-taking in outdoor activities that attracts me. ” ~ Baba Kalyani “Some of us are drawn to mountains the way the moon draws the tide. “ Both the great forests and the mountains live in my bones. They have taught me, humbled me, purified me, and changed me.” ~ Joan Halifax “ Hiking is a bit like life: The journey only requires you to put one foot in front of the other… again and again and again. And if you allow yourself the opportunity to be present throughout the entirety of the trek, you will witness beauty every step of the way, not just at the summit. ” “ Away from the tumult of motor and mill, I want to be care-free; I want to be still! I’m weary of doing things; weary of words. I want to be one with the blossoms and birds. ” ~ Edgar A. Guest “ I have always loved the desert. One sits down on a desert sand dune, sees nothing, hears nothing. Yet through the silence something throbs, and gleams. ” ~ Antoine De Saint-Exupéry “ I have loved her, my little wanderer, with a mind full of wild forest and eyes that await adventures. ” ~ Conny Cernik “ Throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover. ” ~ Mark Twain “ Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire. ” ~ Jennifer Lee “ You can shake the sand from your shoes, but it will never leave your soul. ” “ And then I realized adventure is the best way to learn. ” “ The big question is whether you are going to say a hearty YES to your adventure. ” ~ Joseph Campbell “ Let’s be real: Make the impossible! ” “ If we were meant to stay in one place, we’d have roots instead of feet. ” ~ Rachel Wolchin “ It feels good to be lost in the right direction. ” “ You will never know until you go. ” “ Some call it an adventure, I call it a way of life. ” “ Life begins at the end of your comfort zone. ” “ What is life but one GRAND ADVENTURE? ” “ A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. ” ~ Lao Tzu “ Fill your life with adventures, not things. Have stories to tell not stuff to show. ” “ Everywhere is walking distance if you have the time. ” ~ Steven Wright “ Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore. ” ~ Andre Gide “ Wander without a reason or purpose. ” “ The life you have led doesn’t need to be the only life you have. ” ~ Anna Quindlen “ You are never too old to set a new goal or to dream a new dream. ” ~ C.S.Lewis

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Funny Nature Quotes

“ Why is marijuana against the law? It grows naturally upon our planet. Doesn’t the idea of making nature against the law seem to you a bit . . . unnatural? ” ~ Bill Hicks “ The closer I get to nature, the further I am from idiots. ” “ Time is nature’s way of keeping everything from happening at once. ” ~ Woody Allen “ When a woman smells like a campfire: it’s like catnip for an outdoorsman. ” “ We’re not allowed to do anything to nature anymore, except look at it. It’s like porn with leaves. ” ~ Dennis Miller “ Cats are intended to teach us that not everything in nature has a purpose. ” ~ Garrison Keillor “ Surfing is both an ideological and semantic sin against nature. ” ~ Russell Brand “ The awkward moment when you realize that the sound of nature is the sound of millions of animals, birds, and insects desperately trying to get laid. ”   “ I thought I was pretty cool until I realized plants can eat the sun and poop out the air. ” ~ Jim Bugg “ Unplug from the drama, recharge with the mama. ” “ Happiness does have a smell. ”

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Funny Outdoor Quotes

“The outdoors is best viewed from inside.” ~ Amy Wolf “Life sucks a lot less when you add mountain air, a campfire and some peace and quiet.” ~ Brooke Hampton “ Not all girls are made of sugar and spice and everything nice…  some girls are made of adventure and wine and all things fine. ” “ Over the mountains & through the woods, down the river & up the valley, over the boulders & through the stream to nobody’s house I go. ” “ Hiking is the answer. Who cares what the question is. ” “ Some women want diamonds… others just want a hammock, a campfire, and some peace & quiet. ” “ Dear adventure, I think about you all the time. ” “ Marry an outdoorswoman. Then if you throw her out into the yard on a cold night, she can still survive. ” ~ W. C. Fields “ Everyone needs someone who will call and say, ‘Get dressed.  We’re going on an adventure. ” “ Bring a compass.  It’s awkward when you have to eat your friends. ” “ Do more things that make you forget to check your phone. ” “ Getting to the top is optional. Getting down is mandatory. ” ~  Ed Viesturs “ One thing to remember on the Eiger, never look up, or you may need a plastic surgeon. ” ~ Don Whillans “ I chose the road less traveled and now I don’t know where I am. ” “ Notriphobia: the fear of not having any adventure booked. ” “ On a map, every exit is an entry somewhere else. ” “ Skiing combines outdoor fun with knocking down trees with your face. ” ~ Dave Barry “ My favorite outdoor activity is going back inside where it’s warm. ” “ I feel like most of my problems could b solved with an outdoor adventure… anywhere. ” “ I’m outdoorsy in that I like getting drunk on patios.”

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Nature Captions for Instagram

I’ll always root for you. Nature called – I said “I’m omw” A heaping slice of perfection, please Beautiful things don’t ask for attention. The sound of Nature is delightful. Everyone loves. I have a therapist, her name is NATURE. You can never see too many sunset pics. #Nofilter needed  Mother nature has the best box of crayons. Nature’s beauty, frame by frame. In the trees, in the breeze, seek nature’s peace and bliss. Stacks of green. I’ve got nature vibes. Nature baby. Nature – cheaper than therapy. Nurtured by nature. Colors are the smiles of nature. When it Rains, Look for Rainbows. When it’s Dark, Look for Stars. Sometimes, all you need is a change in scenery. Keep close to nature’s heart. Nature is the closest place to Heaven on Earth. Try to be a rainbow in someone’s cloud. I wish my eyes could take pictures. Green is my favorite color of nature. My definition of beautiful – The Nature. Tree cheers for the weekend! Mother Nature is my kind of girl. Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature. The bird is powered by its own life and by its motivation. Autumn, the year’s last loveliest smile. Nature’s first green gold. Even the leaves fall for you. Letting nature take its course. To walk in nature is to witness a thousand miles. Nature is not on the internet. Let’s sleep under the STARS. Never too busy for friends and nature. Nature never goes out of style.

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Outdoor Captions for Instagram

Hiking hair, don’t care. Always down to take the scenic route. Call of the wild! Go outside and get some sunshine. Good clean fun in the dirt. We are heading for the hills. Take more detours. You had to be there. Another day, another sunrise. Not complaining about this view. Never stop exploring. With a view like this, I’m never leaving. Roses are red, first is brown. Let’s go hiking and get out of town.  I want to get away. Gypsy souls can’t be contained. I lichen you very moss. Just go. High tides. Good vibes. From another point of view. Take a long way home. I seek to sea more. This view just makes me want to dance around in circles. I love walks, hiking, exploring, and being on the beach. Wild is my favorite color. ~ j. iron word Finally home. A beautiful distraction. Trails before ales, pines before wines. Where the wild things are. Smell the sea, and feel the sky. Let your soul and spirit fly. Log off, shut down…GO OUTSIDE!

Nature Puns and Jokes

I’m a succa for nature. Plants are my buds. What did the little flower say to the big flower? What’s up bud? The wildflowers are blooming with good vibes. Tree-t yo’self! I’ve got 99 problems but a birch ain’t one of em. Aloe you vera much. I pine for you. The view is tree-mendous! I’m waterfalling for you. You leaf me breathless! Branching out Why are mountains so funny? They are just so simply hill-arious. Don’t stop be-leafing. OK Mother Nature, I see you flexing. Birch, please. Feeling good-natured. If clouds could wear shorts, what would be the perfect type for them. Thunderwear. What is the only type of tree that is able to fit into your hand? The palm tree. How does a tree show that it doesn’t know the answer to something? It shrubs. I received a message from the sun, it was enlightening. What do you get when you plant kisses? Tu-lips Rose to the occasion. I lilac you. BRB, just living my life in full bloom. Make like a tree and leave. Which tree is always crying? The weeping willow. I’m proud to be y-orchid. Are you oakay? Yes, I’m pine. Why woodn’t I be? Why don’t people ever talk about the fear of roses? It’s a thorny issue! Why did the sun go to school? To get brighter. What did the tree say to autumn? Leaf me alone. Why do trees have so many friends? They like to branch out! Let’s put the petal to the metal. One touch of nature makes the whole world kin. You grow, girl. Tree cheers for the weekend. Just mossin’ around. Where does the sun hide at night? Just keep looking for it, it’ll dawn on you soon! I think of you everydaisy.

Outdoor Puns and Jokes

Wood you believe that I’m actually on a hike right now? What did the bee say to the flower? Hello, honey Think outside. No box required.  What does the sun drink out of? Sunglasses. I’m suffering from OHD. Obsessive Hiking Disorder. People using umbrellas always seem to be under the weather. Getting back to my roots. You don’t like the outdoors? Unbe-leaf-able. Trailblazin’ through the weekend. For fox sake! What is life but one grand adventure? Getting to the top of the hill was fun but it was all downhill from there. The difference between hill and hell is just a fine line. A little more altitude, a little less attitude. Why are parks always so placid to be around? They are so good-natured. These mountain jokes give me a Rushmore than others. Hiking you say? Alpaca my bags. There is no WiFi in the forest, but I promise you will find a better connection. May the forest be with you. I’m in-Tent on camping. Chasing waterfalls. Always down to take the scenic route. I’m a camper. I can start a fire with my bare hands and a lighter. Over the moon. Real jungle > concrete jungle Sticking to the backcountry rivers, because they’re less mainstream. I tried to catch some fog, but I mist. Water you doing next to the river? Young and wild and free. As free as a bird. Why are programmers no fans of the outdoors? There are too many bugs. Flower Power. What a perfect day to chill with my birches and soak up these views. I love going outdoors…It’s so much safer than going outwindows. From sea to shining sea. Oh whale, this is where the list ends.

National Park Quotes

Quotes to inspire you to experience the beauty of the national parks .

“These are the people’s parks owned by young and old. ” ~ Harry S Truman “ The national park is the best idea America ever had. ” ~ James Bryce “ If the national park is, as Lord Bryce suggested, the best idea America has ever had, wilderness preservation is the highest refinement of that idea. ” ~ Wallace Stegner “ Any day spent in a national park is a good day. ” ~ Chris Nicholson “ Antarctica is one of the most remote and beautiful places on earth. I don’t think that everyone should go there. I also think that we need to respect it as a kind of a national park for the planet. It should be you know put in parentheses. ” ~ DJ Spooky “ The National Park Service today exemplifies one of the highest traditions of Public Service. ” ~ Stewart Udall “A national park is not a playground. it’s a sanctuary for nature and for humans who will accept nature on nature’s own terms.” ~ Michael Frome “What a country chooses to save is what a country chooses to say about itself.” ~ Mollie Beattie “ National parks are the best idea we ever had. Absolutely American, absolutely dramatic, they reflect us at our best rather than our worst. ” ~ Wallace Stegner “ National parks and reserves are an integral aspect of the intelligent use of natural resources. It is the course of wisdom to set aside an ample portion of our natural resources as national parks and reserves, thus ensuring that future generations may know the majesty of the earth as we know it today. ” ~ John F. Kennedy “ Some national parks have long waiting lists for camping reservations. When you have to wait a year to sleep next to a tree, something is wrong. ” ~ George Carlin “In wilderness is the preservation of the world.” ~ Henry David Thoreau “ Within National Parks is a room, glorious room, a room in which to find ourselves, in which to think and hope, to dream and plan, to rest and resolve. ” ~ Enos Mills “ There is nothing so American as our national parks. ” ~ Franklin D. Roosevelt “ The national parks belong to everyone. To the people. To all of us. The government keeps saying so and maybe, in this one case at least, the government is telling the truth. Hard to believe, but possible. ” ~ Edward Abbey “ The scenic ideals that surround even our national parks are carriers of a nostalgia for heavenly bliss and eternal calmness. ” ~ Robert Smithson “The story is, a man came up to Yosemite and the ranger was sitting at the front gate and the man said, “I’ve only got one hour to see Yosemite. If you only had one hour to see Yosemite, what would you do?” And the ranger said, “Well, I’d go right over there, and I’d sit on that rock, and I’d cry.” ~ Dayton Duncan “ I think every child in every country, not just South Africa, every year should go to a national park, and it should be part of their basic curriculum. ” ~ Lewis Pugh “ …Skyscraper National Park ” ~ Kurt Vonnegut “I encourage everybody to hop on Google and type in ‘national park’ in whatever state they live in and see the beauty that lies in their own backyard. It’s that simple.” ~ Jordan Fisher “ That is all the National Parks are about. Use, but do no harm. ” ~ Wallace Stegner

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• May 27, 2020
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The World's Best Nature Quotes

Updated: Aug 31, 2022

Looking for the best nature quotes? You’ve come to the right place! We LOVE all things nature and have a deep respect for the world around us. After traveling the world together, there’s one common thread of knowledge between us for sure; being in nature brings us peace and understanding.

The feeling connects our souls we get when hiking to a new viewpoint or relaxing on a hidden gem beach far away from civilization. These are the best times in nature and they go hand in hand with our travels.

No matter where we have been in the world, being in nature is usually the highlight of the trip. So, we tracked down our best nature quotes to help bring those moments to life. To help tell the story and emotion we get when we breathe in the fresh air at a new destination.

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Best Nature Quotes

These are the world’s best nature quotes in our opinion! We’ve had some magical moments in nature around the world from Canada to South America, Africa, and Europe. Nature is a great way to put your mind at ease and understand the true beauty of the world we live in. Use these best nature quotes to inspire your next trip outdoors !

“Going to the mountains is going home.” - John Muir

Our favorite landscape by far is the mountains. There is something about the grandness and scale of these giant beasts of nature. A serenity that captures the very essence of why we venture out into nature in the first place. To find ourselves and come to a better understanding of the world we live in. To feel alive. John Muir lays it out perfectly here in one of the best quotes about nature!

"On earth there is no heaven, but there are pieces of it." - Jules Renard

When you step into the unknown places of nature, you open yourself up to the possibilities of finding something new and spectacular. There have been times where we walk up a random hill near where we are staying and are greeted at the top with the most magnificent sunset we’ve seen. It comes out of nowhere to surprise us. These moments and feelings bring us to a higher place that separates us from our worries and fears for just a moment. It’s like a slice of heaven!

"Wildness is the preservation of the world" - Henry David Thoreau

This planet was meant to stay wild. We believe our job as humans should be to protect the natural wilderness areas at all cost. Because in those areas, the greatest adventures come to life.

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“Looking at beauty in the world is the first step of purifying the mind.” - Amit Ray

Take a moment and unwind in nature. When you let yourself go and let things be, then you are truly able to live in the moment. There is something so relaxing and enjoyable about being one with nature. There is no outside noise to distract you. Just the birds chirping, the wind whirring, and the soft buzz of animal sounds. It’s a great state of mind to be in while traveling. This is one of those travel quotes that is best enjoyed with friends .

“Nature knows no indecencies; man invents them.” - Mark Twain

There are many inventions that have helped humans to get to where we are now in the world. However, some of these technologies can hinder our judgement and lead us down paths that we shouldn’t follow. Paths that cause more hatred than there ever needs to be. Part of this is because money drives the economies that we all live in. However, nature provides an outlet for us to get away from all the technology out there that is so readily available for us these days. Take time to enjoy those moments away.

"Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine." - Anthony J. D'Angelo

This is one of the best nature quotes we’ve ever come across! Probably because we’ve seen this mindset shift and what it can do while traveling. For instance, we were in the Canadian Rockies there was one day that it was pouring rain. There was no possible way we could do a hike into the beautiful mountains surrounding us. Rather than sulking, we took the afternoon to soak in a local hot spring and rejuvenate our bodies. It felt amazing and then the next day, when the clouds cleared, we had fresh legs and healthy bodies to enjoy the hike. If we wouldn’t have had a positive mindset the day before, we would not have been ready physically or mentally for what was in store the rest of the trip!

“Time spent amongst trees is never time wasted.” - Katrina Mayer

We find this to be true always. No matter what trip we are on, whether it’s local or abroad, we always find peace amongst the trees. Even if it’s raining, there is something in the solitude and freshness of the forest that relieves any tensions we had leading into those moments. Plus, there is usually a great viewpoint at the end of our forest walks, which always pays off in the end!

"Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature." - Gerard De Nerval

Imagine if your soul was embedded in all living things. Would you treat nature differently? Would you pick up trash in the woods or remove some plastic from the beach when you saw it? We believe that we all come from the same place and all living things should be treated equally. That’s why when we see something beautiful in nature, we take time to respect it and take in the beauty coming from it. Nature is a beautiful thing. While this travel quote is full of wanderlust , it also hits home to some realities of how we have to view the nature around us.

“The goal is to discover your nature and nature helps you do it.” - Maxime Lagacé

We consider this another one of the best travel quotes because it blends nature with the exploratory mindset of all travelers. The goal of all travelers, whether they know it or not, is to discover what they are searching for within. Nature is just the means to understanding those things about you. When you lose yourself in your surroundings, you end up finding the most intimate things about yourself as well.

“Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

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“The forest makes your heart gentle. You become one with it. No place for greed or anger there.” - Pha Pachak

This is one of the most powerful changes that nature brings to all adventurers. The change of your mindset. You could have the most arrogant or unwelcoming person in the world with you, but if you bring them into nature and give it a few hours, they will come out kinder and more appreciative of life. We guarantee that! And if the mindset shift is only brief at first, the more you bring that person into nature with you, the more they will let their guard down and appreciate life for what it is.

“In the depth of winter, I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer” - Albert Camus

This is a great nature quote because it shows how strong you can become after you dedicate yourself to a grueling battle with the elements. There was one moment at Berg Lake when we undertook a 30-kilometer day of hiking to reach the beautiful glacial lake. It started raining near the end and we were cold and beaten down from the journey. However, when we got back to our campsite at the end of the day, we had this immense feeling of success and gratification. We were on top of the world! And nature helped get us there.

"I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees." - Henry David Thoreau

Sometimes we have bad days. It seems like nothing is going our way and we just can’t win. It’s during those days that it’s of utmost importance for us to get out into the woods. To go explore. This is because for us, nature is like a giant reset button on our emotions. We can go out, come back, and have a completely different view on life. We come to an understanding that our situation is not so bad, and we can always do something to make it better the next day.

"Wander often. Wonder always" - Anonymous

If you have ever been out in nature and truly felt like you were one with the earth, then this is the perfect quote for you. There's such a sense of mystery and intrigue that comes with every adventure in the great outdoors!

"Preserve and cherish the pale blue dot, the only home we've ever known." - Carl Sagan

This is one of the best short quotes about travel ever and it was said by one of the smartest people ever. Carl Sagan brought an understanding of the cosmos to households around the world and he had a great understanding about how delicate the world is. Nature is under continuous attack from humans. As more technology becomes available and more resources are depleted, the space of natural lands becomes much smaller around us. It is our job as humans to preserve the precious nature around us as much as we can so future generations can enjoy it as well!

“If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” - Laura Ingalls Wilder

The more you get out into the mountains, lakes, deserts, and woods of the world, the more you will appreciate these natural beauties. If you dedicate enough time to being outside, you will start to get a stronger feeling of connection with all living things. You will see beauty in the smallest moments. Like the beauty of seeing a seagull fly overhead on the beach. Or the beauty of a bee pollinating the plants around you. These small things become big moments of happiness and inspiration after you’ve spent lots of time in nature yourself.

"Nature is pleased with simplicity. And nature is no dummy." - Isaac Newton

Isaac Newton is one of the brightest humans of all time. His discoveries and inventions are known as essential across the world now. He was right in saying that nature likes simple. We’ve seen that the simple things always stick in our mind as the most memorable after a trip into the wild. The simplicity of the water running off the top of a cliff and dropping into a crystal blue pool below. These moments are powerful and bring us a great feeling of inspiration to find the next simple pleasure in life on your road trip .

“If there is any wisdom running through my life now, in my walking on this earth, it came from listening in the Great Silence to the stones, trees, space, the wild animals, to the pulse of all life as my heartbeat.” - Vijali Hamilton

The silence in nature is what really makes adventures in the wild so special. We can find ourselves surrounded by noise in our daily lives at home. From cars passing to cell phones ringing, and tv’s blaring. All that noise adds up to create an invisible stress in the back of our minds. When we are out in nature, that noise slowly disappears and our minds are able to focus in on what is important. That is how our connection with nature really comes to life.

“Adopt the pace of nature. Her secret is patience.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

With the serenity of nature comes a greater understanding of why you need to just let things happen. We’ve had many hikes where we would cover 20 kilometers or more in a day. The steepness and length of these hikes can be daunting when we see them on paper or we just start out your journey. But when we get into the mindset of taking it “one step at a time”, we start to feel much better about it. We also start to appreciate the beauty around us at each step. This is the mentality that nature teaches you. That’s why this is one of the top travel and nature quotes in general.

"The mountains are calling and I must go."

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“Come forth into the light of things, let nature be your teacher.” - William Wordsworth

The world can be your best mentor. Listen to what she has to say. The fact is that the natural things around us have been around on this earth a lot longer than humans. While we can’t verbally communicate with these natural wonders, we know that they have seen things we haven’t. They have seen natural disasters come and go. They’ve lived through it. Just being in the presence of nature helps us understand our place in this world and that the small things are not always such a big deal.

“Only spread a fern-frond over a man's head and worldly cares are cast out, and freedom and beauty and peace come in.” - John Muir

The most unappreciative people can easily be changed just by stepping foot into nature. You never know why people are angry or why they act the way they do sometimes. But nature has a way of cleansing everyone. Just by simply going for a walk or closing your eyes in the wood and listening, you will start to become your best self. You will appreciate more in life and develop more patience. It’s a natural wonder of this world!

“The woods are lovely, dark and deep. But I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep.” - Robert Frost

When we go out in the wilderness, we generally have a goal in mind. The goal of reaching an endpoint with a beautiful view of some type. We never quit our journeys until we find those magical spots! And while it may be tough at times to get to them, it’s always extremely rewarding to find them. And the reward is not always just because of the view, but also because we accomplished what we set out to do. We promised ourselves we would do it and then made it happen.

“Life sucks a lot less when you add mountain air, a campfire, and some peace and quiet.” - Brooke Hampton

Sometimes our jobs can weigh us down. Getting stuck in a routine is not fun. So we always make sure we have something to look forward to at the end of our week. For us, that usually means going camping or hiking out in nature! Having solitude and peace away from it all helps us stay motivated and gives us the energy we need to tackle our next projects.

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.”  - Albert Einstein

Nature is a powerful thing. Being amongst the trees, stars, and open air can unlock a greater understanding of the world around you and raise your emotions. It’s always refreshing time to get out in nature and fill your soul with new life.

“ Nature always wears the colors of the spirit.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

This is a fantastic nature quote because it captures the feeling that you get from being outside and seeing new things. When you’re alone in the wilderness, your true feelings come to life. Things that you may have been holding inside are able to come to life when you immerse yourself in your outdoor surroundings.

“You didn't come  into  this world. You came  out  of it, like a wave from the ocean. You are not a stranger here.” - Alan Watts

This nature quote speaks to the idea that humans are connected to everything around us. The water from the ocean, the leaves from the trees, the animals in the wild, it’s all part of one bigger heartbeat of the world. One that we as humans are intricately involved in.

“I begin to see an object when I cease to understand it.” - Henry David Thoreau

When you’re out in nature, make sure to take some time to relax and let your surroundings speak to you. Once you let your guard down and take your surroundings for what they are rather than what you think they should be, the truth unveils itself. That is one reason why traveling and nature are so interconnected to each other. Being in the moment is a powerful thing that unlocks a greater understanding of the world around us.

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101 Beautiful Quotes For Nature Lovers

There is nothing more enchanting than the beauty of nature. If you are awestruck by vistas of snowy mountains, gushing waterfalls and lush forests, you will love this collection of ‘101 beautiful quotes for nature lovers’.

A connection with nature brings joy, happiness and positive vibes. No matter how low you are feeling, nature has a way to turn things around. The soothing effect of nature rejuvenates our mind, body and soul. We have curated a list of the best quotes for nature lovers. Have a look and choose your favourite quote.

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List of beautiful quotes for nature lovers.

1. “The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.” — John Muir

2. “Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.” — Lao Tzu

3. “If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” — Laura Ingalls Wilder

4. “Nature is the art of God.” — Dante Alighieri

5. “In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.” — John Muir

6. “I believe in God, only I spell it Nature.” — Frank Lloyd Wright

7. “Choose only one master – nature.” — Rembrandt

8. “Joy in looking and comprehending is nature’s most beautiful gift.” — Albert Einstein

9. “Nature’s beauty is a gift that cultivates appreciation and gratitude.” — Louie Schwartzberg

10. “We can never have enough of nature.” — Henry David Thoreau

11. “Men argue. Nature acts.” — Voltaire

12. “Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.” — Frank Lloyd Wright

13. “The earth has music for those who listen.” — William Shakespeare

14. “Adopt the pace of nature. Her secret is patience.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

15. “The goal of life is living in agreement with nature.” — Zeno

16. “Nature is pleased with simplicity.” — Isaac Newton

17. “I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.” — Anne Frank

18. “Nature is an endless combination and repetition of a very few laws.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

19. “Come forth into the light of things, let Nature be your teacher.” — William Wordsworth

20. “Nature does nothing uselessly.” — Aristotle

21. “To walk in nature is to witness a thousand miracles.” — Mary Davis

22. “One touch of nature makes the whole world kin.” — William Shakespeare

23. “Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit.” — Edward Abbey

24. “When a man moves away from nature his heart becomes hard.” — Lakota proverb

25. “Take a course in good water and air; and in the eternal youth of Nature you may renew your own. Go quietly, alone; no harm will befall you.” — John Muir

26. “Everything in nature invites us constantly to be what we are.” — Gretel Ehrlich

27. “I never saw a discontented tree. They grip the ground as though they liked it, and though fast rooted they travel about as far as we do.” — John Muir

28. “Never yet was a springtime when the buds forgot to bloom.” — Margaret Elizabeth Sangster

29. “I go to nature every day for inspiration in the day’s work.” — Frank Lloyd Wright

30. “Your deepest roots are in nature.  No matter who you are, where you live, or what kind of life you lead, you remain irrevocably linked with the rest of creation.”  — Charles Cook

31. “To forget how to dig the earth and to tend the soil is to forget ourselves.” — Mahatma Gandhi

32. “Solitary trees, if they grow at all, grow strong.” — Winston Churchill

33. “Those who find beauty in all of nature will find themselves at one with the secrets of life itself.” — L. Wolfe Gilbert

34. “Plant seeds of happiness, hope, success, and love; it will all come back to you in abundance. This is the law of nature.” — Steve Maraboldi

35. “If you wish to know the divine, feel the wind on your face and the warm sun on your hand.” — Buddha

36. “By discovering nature, you discover yourself.” — Maxime Lagacé

37. “Whenever I have found myself stuck in the ways I relate to things, I return to nature. It is my principal teacher, and I try to open my whole being to what it has to say.”  — Wynn Bullock

38. “I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.” — Henry David Thoreau

39. “Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” — Albert Einstein

40. “Nature never hurries. Atom by atom, little by little she achieves her work.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

41. “The desire that guides me in all I do is the desire to harness the forces of nature to the service of mankind.” — Nikola Tesla

42. “I want to realize brotherhood or identity not merely with the beings called human, but I want to realize identity with all life, even with such beings as crawl on earth.”  — Mahatma Gandhi

43. “When you do something noble and beautiful and nobody noticed, do not be sad. For the sun every morning is a beautiful spectacle and yet most of the audience still sleeps.” — John Lennon

44. “It is said that the forest has a certain limit if you look straight ahead, but the sides are boundless.” — Riccardo Bozzi

45. “You will find something more in woods than in books. Trees and stones will teach you that which you can never learn from masters.” — St. Bernard

46. “We do not see nature with our eyes, but with our understandings and our hearts.” — William Hazlitt

47. “Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams.” — Ashley Smith

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48. “Leave the road, take the trails.” — Pythagoras

49. “Time spent amongst trees is never wasted time.” — Katrina Mayer

50. “And into the forest, I go to lose my mind and find my soul.” — John Muir

51. “As human beings, we have an innate need to explore, to see what’s around the corner.” — Jimmy Chin

52. “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” — Lao Tzu

53. “Live, travel, adventure, bless, and don’t be sorry. — Jack Kerouac

54. Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea, drink the wild air.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

55. “The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely, or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy amidst the simple beauty of nature.” — Anne Frank

56. “May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds.” — Edward Abbey

57. “When a man is a traveler, the world is his house and the sky is his roof, where he hangs his hat is his home, and all the people are his family.” — Drew Bundini Brown

58. “The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun.” — Alexander Supertramp McCandless

59. “Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine.” — Anthony J. D’Angelo

60. “The fairest thing in nature, a flower, still has its roots in earth and manure.” — D. H. Lawrence

61. “Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light.” — Theodore Roethke

62. “Flowers are the sweetest things that God ever made and forgot to put a soul into.” — Henry Ward Beecher

63. “Where flowers bloom, so does hope.” — Lady Bird Johnson

64. “The earth laughs in flowers.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

65. “Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature.” — Gerard De Nerval

66. “Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul.” — Luther Burbank

67. “Climb mountains not so the world can see you, but so you can see the world.” — David McCullough Jr.

68. “Although we say mountains belong to the country, actually, they belong to those that love them.” — Dogen

69. “The mountains are calling and I must go.” — John Muir

70. “Mountains teach that not everything in this world can be rationally explained.” — Aleksander Lwow

71. “The best view comes after the hardest climb.” — Unknown

72. “Never measure the height of a mountain until you have reached the top. Then you will see how low it was.” — Dag Hammarskjold

73. “How glorious a greeting the sun gives the mountains!” — John Muir

74. “Mountains know secrets we need to learn. That it might take time, it might be hard, but if you just hold on long enough, you will find the strength to rise up.” — Tyler Knott

75. “Mountains are the beginning and end of all natural scenery.” — John Ruskin

76. “Going to the mountains is like going home.” — John Muir

77. “The mountain remains unmoved at seeming defeat by the mist.” — Rabindranath Tagore

78. “Life’s a bit like mountaineering – never look down” — Edmund Hillary

79. “Oh, these vast, calm, measureless mountain days, days in whose light everything seems equally divine, opening a thousand windows to show us God.” — John Muir

80. “I learn something every time I go into the mountains.” — Michael Kennedy

If you are enjoying these quotes, you will like our collection of – 137 Short Mountain Quotes To Inspire Your Adventures .

81. “The earth is what we all have in common.” — Wendell Berry

82. “Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.” — Khalil Gibran

83. “Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.” — Rachel Carson

84. “If we surrendered to earth’s intelligence we could rise up rooted, like trees.” — Rainer Maria Rilke

85. “Mountains know secrets we need to learn. That it might take time, it might be hard, but if you just hold on long enough, you will find the strength to rise up.” — Tyler Knott

86. “Trees are poems that earth writes upon the sky, We fell them down and turn them into paper, that we may record our emptiness.” — Kahlil Gibran

87. “Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s needs, but not every man’s greed.” — Mahatma Gandhi

88. “We don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” — Native American proverb

89. “The poetry of the earth is never gone.” — John Keats

Wellness Quotes For Nature Lovers

90. “I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” — John Burroughs

91. “To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon the verdant green hills is the most perfect refreshment.” — Jane Austin

92. “The Human spirit needs places where nature has not been rearranged by the hand of man.” — Unknown

93. “The antidote to exhaustion isn’t rest. It’s nature.” — Shikoba

94. “An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.”  — Henry David Thoreau

95. “Walking is a man’s best medicine.” — Hippocrates

96. “Nature is cheaper than therapy.” — Unknown

97. “Just being surrounded by bountiful nature, rejuvenates and inspires us.” — E.O. Wilson

98. “Life is bliss if spent close to nature.”

99. “Love and protect nature for all she has bestowed on us.”

100. “Exposure to nature can transform all the negativity around us into positive energy.”

101. “Sometimes all you need is a peaceful walk in the woods to start afresh.”

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60 Inspiring Adventure Quotes for Outdoor Thrill-Seekers

Need inspiration for your next outdoors trip? Motivation to pick up a new hobby? A pick-me-up to help you last until your weekend expedition? These epic adventure quotes will do just the trick!

Surprisingly, this article was pretty damn hard to write.

With wild mountains only a few miles away and all these inspirational words from awesome characters flying through my head, it was a struggle to stay indoors. 

In this article, you’ll find 60 of our favourite adventure quotes, hand-selected from revolutionary explorers, legendary wordsmiths and groundbreaking adventurers . The likes of John Muir, Dean Potter, Hazel Findlay, David Attenborough and Ueli Steck. People that have explored the boundaries of human possibilities, discovered untouched lands and have embodied the word adventure. 

Why choose adventure? It adds excitement to life and a new realm of possibility to the outdoor world. It has the beauty of being one of the few things that’s free and inside all of us. Sometimes, we just need a bit of help in finding it. A gentle nudge to remind us that the world big, life is precious, and, in the words of Helen Keller, should be a daring adventure . 

These quotes about adventure and exploration can lift your days, inspire a new lifestyle, push your boundaries and get your creative juices flowing for the next outdoors trip. Why not read one each morning to keep you sweet until the time comes when your next adventure can begin?

And, if you’re working like me, you can use these motivational quotes to keep your head back up in the mountains, where it should be. You might be sat in between four walls but close your eyes hear the birds in the sky and wind blowing through the trees, feel the calm of nature on your skin and earth beneath your feet. 

Fill your days with inspiration and energy so when you do get outside, hit that trail, clip in to that quickdraw, dive into that sea… you’ll realise, it’s worth doing whatever you need in order to fill life with adventure.

Oh yeah, and make sure you get to the bottom, we want to know what you think of our last adventure quote!

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60 Adventure Quotes to Inspire Outdoor Pursuits and Exploration!

1.“adventure isn’t all about rowing oceans or climbing mountains. adventure in its purest form is simply a way of thinking. live by that philosophy and you’ll make more of the short time we’ve been given on this rock”.

– Sean Conway , endurance adventurer

To us, this is one of our favourite quotes about adventure. It doesn’t have to be high risk or pushing boundaries, just a willingness to try something new or exciting. Find Sean’s book about his 60,000-mile cycling adventure here .  

2. “Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go.”

– T.S Eliot

3. “I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be”

– Douglas Adams, in The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul   (1988)

4. “I’ve done a lot of thinking about fear. For me the crucial question is not how to climb without fear – that’s impossible – but how to deal with it when it creeps into your nerve endings.”

– Alex Honnold , free solo climbing pioneer

5. “Into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul”

– John Muir, naturalist, author and general environmental guardian 

6. “Being brave or being courageous is really just a matter of how much you want to do something. If you don’t want to do something that much then you won’t be brave enough to do it. If you really want to do something then you will be brave enough to do it”

– Hazel Findlay , kick ass rock climber

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7. “twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. so throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. catch the trade winds in your sails. explore. dream. discover.”.

Did you know this adventure quote is often credited to Mark Twain but is actually from, P.S. I Love You – a 1991 book from H. Jackson Brown

8. “I didn’t go up there to die. I went up there to live.”

– Reinhold Messner on climbing Everest

9. “All those who wander are not lost”

– JRR Tolkein, in The Lord of the Rings

10. “Being brave isn’t the absence of fear. Being brave is having that fear but finding a way through it.”

– Bear Grylls, survivalist

Adventure aside, I think this is one of the best quotes about life in general. You don’t learn to conquer fear , when you’re scared or nervous about something gradually learn how to embrace and find a way through it. 

11. “I see my path, but I don’t know where it leads. Not knowing where I’m going is what inspires me”

– Rosalia de Castro

12. “The most dangerous thing you can do in life is play it safe.’’

– Casey Neistat

13. “A ship in harbour is safe, but that’s not what ships are for”

– William Shedd

14. “Not till we are completely lost or turned around…do we begin to find ourselves.”

– Henry David Thoreau 

15. “Every Mountain top is within reach if you just keep climbing”

– Barry Findlay in  Kilimanjaro and Beyond (2011)

Simple but so true. Really makes you think about the possibilities of adventures. We’re completely capable of great things if we just keep going and keep trying. It’s one of our favourite outdoor adventure quotes which always sticks to mind when we’re on a hard hiking trail. Just keep going, you’ll get to the top!

16. “More and more people seem to be separating from nature. I’m trying to go in a different direction. I’m getting closer and closer.”

– Dean Potter, free solo climber and base jumping pioneer

17. “Nothing behind me, everything ahead of me, as is ever so on the road.”

– Jack Kerouac, in On the Road (1957)

On the Road is highly regarded as one of the best travel books of all time and an original American masterpieces. Definitely recommend a read if you haven’t before!

18. “A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step”

– Lao Tzu

19. “When you are in the middle of the Gigantic & Majestic Himalayas, you really find your true place in the Universe. You really figure out how small you are in the grand scheme of things. All your ego completely gets cleaned.”

– Kuntal Joisher , vegan alpine pioneer

Besides doing a whole load of charity work, Kuntal Joisher is the first person to climb Lhotse (the fourth highest mountain in the world) with 100% vegan diet and vegan outdoors gear!

20. “If I had to choose, I would rather have birds than aeroplanes. In wilderness I sense the miracle of life, and behind it our scientific accomplishments fade to trivia. Real freedom lies in wildness, not in civilization.”

– Charles Lindebergh

21. “You know you are truly alive when you’re living among lions.”

– Isak Dinesen (Karen Blixen), in  Out of Africa (1937) 

23. “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.”

– Helen Keller

24. “One way to get the most out of life is to look upon it as an adventure.”

– William Feather

22. “I just wish the world was twice as big and half of it was still unexplored”

– David Attenborough, 

Anyone else regularly have this thought? What it would be like to explore the world hundreds of years ago, before the age of GPS, internet and social media!

25. “If happiness is the goal – and it should be, then adventures should be top priority.”

– Richard Branson

26. “Until you step into the unknown, you don’t know what you are made of”

– Roy T. Bennet,  The Light in the Heart  (2016)

27. “Attitude is the difference between an ordeal and an adventure”

– Uknown

A short adventure quote but a seriously sweet one. With the right mindset, even the most mundane of things can be turned into an exciting possibility. Do you know who this quote is by? If so drop us a comment at the bottom!

28. “Everyone can transform the world from one of monotony and drabness to one of excitement and adventure.”

– Irving Wallace

29. “Some beautiful paths can’t be discovered without getting lost.”

– Erol Ozan, in Talus   (2010)

30. “Earth and sky, woods and fields, lakes and rivers, the mountain and the sea, are excellent schoolmasters, and teach of us more than we can ever learn from books.”

– John Lubbock

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Sign-up to get our adventure planning pdf, hiking 101: a guide to hiking for beginners, how to start your own accessible adventures, outdoor pursuits and planning resources, 31. “the summit is what drives us, but the climb itself is what really matters”.

Conrad Anker, legendary high alpine climber 

32. “Despite all I have seen and experienced, I still get the same simple thrill out of glimpsing a tiny patch of snow in a high mountain gully and feel the same urge to climb towards it”

– Edmund Hillary, joint-first person to summit Everest

33. “If we were meant to stay in one place, we’d have roots instead of feet. ”

–  Rachel Wolchin

This is a bit more of a travel quote but it couldn’t be more true. As human beings, we’re made to move and we owe it to ourselves to explore.

34. “I really believe that, as human beings, we have an innate need to explore, to see what’s around the corner.”

– Jimmy Chin

35. “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.”

– A. A. Milne , Winnie The Pooh 

36. “The best views come after the hardest climb”

– Unknown

37. “I travel because I become uncomfortable being too comfortable . ”

– Carew Papritz, in The Legacy Letters: his Wife, his Children, his Final Gift  (2014)

Anyone else get itchy feet? So true for me, any more than 6 months in one place and I start to get stir crazy!

38. “The mountains are calling and I must go.”

– John Muir

39. “You only ever grow as a human being if you’re outside your comfort zone.”

Scott Jurek, in Eat and Run (2012)

Scott set the record-breaking time of running the Appalachian Trail (2,200 miles) in 46 days, 8 hours and 7 minutes in 2015 – that’s 50+ miles a day! To top it off, he’s 100% vegan and his book Eat and Run  is fascinating!

40. “You cannot discover new oceans unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.”

– Andre Gide

41. “The word adventure has gotten overused. For me, when everything goes wrong – that’s when adventure starts.”

– Yvon Chouinard, in 180° South

Yvon is the founder of Patagonia outdoors brand, he’s a godfather to conservation in the adventure realm and his books and interviews are filled with inspirational words and powerful nature quotes. Find out more in 180 ° South or Let My People Go Surfing.

42. “Live your life by a compass ,  not a clock.”

43. “It feels good to be lost in the right direction”

– Unknown 

44. “Set forth on an adventure, it shall be more rewarding than a job could ever be”

45. “success, to me, doesn’t primarily mean reaching the summit, but rather living up to my own expectations”.

– David Lama, mountain pioneer

46. “To travel, to experience and learn: that is to live”

– Tenzing Norgay, joint first person to climb Everest

47. “There is no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing.”

– Alfred Wainwright in  A Coast to Coast  (2003)

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48. “Blessed are the curious for they will have adventures”

49. “in the mountains there is the promise of… something unexplainable. a higher place of awareness, a spirit that soars. so we climb…”.

– Rob Parker

50. “Somewhere between the bottom of the climb and the summit is the answer to the mystery why we climb.”

– Greg Child

51. “Never measure the height of a mountain until you reach the top. Then you will see how low it was.”

– Dag Hammarskjold

52. “Travel doesn’t become adventure until you leave yourself behind.”

–  Marty Rubin

53. “You do not need to fly to the other side of the planet to find wilderness and beauty.”

– Alastair Humphreys , adventure travel top dog

Alastair hits the nail on the head –  who needs to fly when there’s adventure on your doorstep? On top of this, cutting down on flying will help protect our beautiful environment. 

54. “Climb the mountain not to plant your flag, but to embrace the challenge, enjoy the air and behold the view. Climb it so you can see the world, not so the world can see you.”

– David McCullough Jr.

55. “May your dreams be larger than mountains and may you have the courage to scale their summits.”

– Harley King 

56. “Ambition leads me not only farther than any other man has been before me, but as far as I think it possible for man to go.”

– Captain James Cook

57. “Because in the end, you won’t remember the time you spent working in the office or mowing your lawn. Climb that goddamn mountain.”

– Jack Kerouac

58. “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone”

– Neale Donald Walsch

59. “And now I’ll just go, and only worry about the events that lie ahead of me. Day by day, one by one. It is the here and now that counts. What comes next is uncertain in any case. Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.”

– Ueli Steck

60… This one is for you to choose, drop us a comment below and share your awesome adventure quotes!

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Feeling inspired? Ready to get outside and try something new? Pretty much all the best things in life happen when you’re outside and, hopefully, these adventures quotes can help you do just that. Our advice? Pick a quote of the day each morning to help remind you that life must be an adventure – it’s what we do!

Remember, if you know any particularly inspiring or unique adventure quotes, share them in the comment!

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101 Beautiful Natures Quotes To Inspire Your Next Outdoor Adventure

Looking for some fun and inspirational Nature quotes? Well, I’ve got you covered, because I’ve put together the utlimate guide to the best Nature quotes thast are guaranteed to spark your next outdoor adventure!

“Nature is all the animals, plants, and other things in the world that are not made by people, and all the events and processes that are not caused by people.  The most amazing thing about nature is its infinite variety. ..grasses that grow wild in nature …the ecological balance of nature.  See also Mother Nature, countryside.”   -Collins Dictionary 

What’s not to love about nature?  Whether it’s your best friend, your pets, your back garden or the great unknown – nature is everything, everywhere.  Nature is everything around us, and something we should all respect, appreciate and do our utmost to care for and preserve! 

Great minds for centuries have pondered about nature, and as a result there are so many amazing quotes about nature we can enjoy. From philosophers to writers, lyricists to explorers, these 100 nature quotes provide a glimpse into what nature means to each of us. 

The Best Nature Quotes 

Here are just a few of the best nature quotes out there, from the most profound and thoughtful minds the world has ever seen. 

1) “In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Trees can be contorted, bent in weird ways, and they’re still beautiful.” – Alice Walker  

2) “live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influence of the earth.” – henry david thoreau .

3) “We need to find God, and he cannot be found in noise and restlessness. God is the friend of silence. See how nature – trees, flowers, grass- grows in silence; see the stars, the moon and the sun, how they move in silence… We need silence to be able to touch souls.” – Mother Teresa 

4) “i’ve seen the majestic beauty of nature and the overwhelming perfection of it. to me, there’s nothing closer to god than that.” – cote de pablo, 5) “to me a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious persian rug.” – helen keller.

6) “For in the true nature of things, if we rightly consider, every green tree is far more glorious than if it were made of gold and silver.” – Martin Luther King Jr. 

7) “for most of history, man has had to fight nature to survive; in this century he is beginning to realize that, in order to survive, he must protect it.” – jacques-yves cousteau.

This quote is more relevant than ever today, don’t you think?

8) “Nature is just enough; but men and women must comprehend and accept her suggestions.” – Antoinette Brown Blackwell

9) “every particular in nature, a leaf, a drop, a crystal, a moment of time is related to the whole, and partakes of the perfection of the whole.” – ralph waldo emerson, 10) “i like it when a flower or a little tuft of grass grows through a crack in the concrete. it’s so fuckin’ heroic.” – george carlin.

How awesome was George Carlin? 

11) “Nothing makes me so happy as to observe nature and to paint what I see.” – Henri Rousseau

12) “the three great elemental sounds in nature are the sound of rain, the sound of wind in a primeval wood, and the sound of outer ocean on a beach.” – henry beston, 13) “as in nature, as in art, so in grace; it is rough treatment that gives souls, as well as stones, their luster.” – thomas guthrie, 14) “the goal is to make your heartbeat match the beat of the universe, to match your nature with nature.” – joseph campbell.

The Best Short Nature Quotes 

Short, sweet and satisfying, these short nature quotes sum up the complexity of Mother Nature in just a few powerful words. 

14) “My wish is to stay always like this, living quietly in a corner of nature.” – Claude Monet 

15) “to walk into nature is to witness a thousand miracles.” – mary davis, 16) “nature is not a place to visit. it is home.” – anonymous.

17) “Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature.” – Gerard de Nerval 

18) “nature is full of infinite causes that have never occurred in experience.” – leonardo da vinci, 19) “all nature is but art unknown to thee.” – alexander pope.

20) “Nature is pleased with simplicity. And nature is no dummy.” – Isaac Newton

21) “nothing is art if it does not come from nature.” – antoni gaudi.

I used to live in Barcelona and Gaudi’s art is all over the city. Have you seen his creations for yourself? 

22) “Choose only one master – nature.” – Rembrandt

23) “…and then, i have nature and art and poetry, and if that is not enough, what is enough” – vincent van gogh , 24) “there is no forgiveness in nature.” – ugo betti, 25) “nature can do more than physicians.” – oliver cromwell.

26) “Nature rarely surrenders one of her magnificent secrets.” – Albert Einstein

27) “colors are the smiles of nature.” – leigh hunt , 28) “within nature lies the cure for humanity.” – anonymous.

If someone figures out what it is, let me know…

Philosopher Nature Quotes

Great thinkers have pondered about the mysteries of nature since the dawn of time. Here’s a few philosophical quotes about nature from the masters of asking questions. 

29) “Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.” – Lao Tzu 

30) “whoever loves and understands a garden will find contentment within.” – chinese proverb.

31) “He is richest who is content with the least, for content is the wealth of nature.” – Socrates

32) “in all things of nature there is something of the marvelous.” – aristotle .

33) “Men argue. Nature acts.” – Voltaire

34) “nature, time and patience are the three great physicians.” – chinese proverb.

I love this quote. Patience is a virtue, as they say. I’m still working on it. 

35) “Look at the trees, look at the birds, look at the clouds, look at the stars and if you have eyes you will be able to see that the whole existence is joyful. Everything is simply happy. Trees are happy for no reason; they are not going to become prime ministers or presidents and they are not going to become rich and they will never have any bank balance. Look at the flowers — for no reason. It is simply unbelievable how happy flowers are.” – Osho

36) “we don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” – native american proverb.

This proverb is so powerful and something we should all be reminded of, especially today! 

37) “Everything in excess is opposed to nature.” – Hippocrates

38) “all things in nature occur mathematically.” –  rené descartes.

Inspiring Nature Quotes 

Need some uplifting words of wisdom about nature and its power? These inspirational nature quotes will be sure to put a pep in your step. 

39) “It is in the still silence of nature where one will find true bliss.” – Unknown

40) “study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. it will never fail you.” – frank lloyd wright .

Are you a fan of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural creations? They were all designed with the environment and nature in mind, so the man gets it. 

41) “In the trees, in the breeze, seek nature’s peace and bliss.” – Anonymous

42) “when one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world.” – john mui, 43) “adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.” – ralph waldo emerson, 44) “those who find beauty in all of nature will find themselves at one with the secrets of life itself.” – l. wolfe gilbert, 45) nature always wears the colors of the spirit.” – ralph waldo emerson.

Nature Quotes from Writers

Leave it to the greatest wordsmiths to perfectly describe the many wonderful things about nature. These famous names put pen to paper to ponder nature’s many great mysteries. 

46) “The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature, and God.” – Anne Frank

Anne Frank was such a brilliant mind for such a young lady. Have you visited the Anne Frank Museum in Amsterdam? 

47) “In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt.”- Margaret Atwood

48) “no better way is there to learn to love nature than to understand art. it dignifies every flower of the we know that god is everywhere; but certainly we feel his presence most when his works are on the grandest scale spread before us; and it is in the unclouded night-sky, where his worlds wheel their silent course, that we read clearest his infinitude, his omnipotence, his omnipresence.” – charlotte brontë. , 49) and, the boy who sees the thing of beauty which a bird on the wing becomes when transferred to wood or canvas will probably not throw the customary stone.” – oscar wilde.

Do yourself a favor and look up some Oscar Wilde quotes. They are so hilarious and so true. 

50) “All we know that God is everywhere; but certainly we feel His presence most when His works are on the grandest scale spread before us; and it is in the unclouded night-sky, where His worlds wheel their silent course, that we read clearest His infinitude, His omnipotence, His omnipresence.” – Charlotte Brontë

51) “in every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.” – john muir, 52) “nature is loved by what is best in us.” – ralph waldo emerson, 53) “the fairest thing in nature, a flower, still has its roots in earth and manure.” – d.h lawrence.

54) “How strange that nature does not knock, and yet does not intrude!” – Emily Dickinson

55) “if you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” – laura ingalls wilder, 56) “nature is the art of god.” – dante alghieri, 57) “i felt my lungs inflate with the onrush of scenery – air, mountains, trees, people. i thought, “this is what it is to be happy”. – sylvia plath.

58) “Come forth into the light of things, let nature be your teacher.” – William Wordsworth

59) “one touch of nature makes the whole world kin.” – william shakespeare , 60) “the poetry of the earth is never dead.” – john keats, 61) “nature, to be controlled, must be obeyed.” – francis bacon.

Nature Quotes for Instagram Captions

Searching for the perfect Instagram caption about nature? I’m sure you’ll find the right nature Instagram caption from the list below that will explain your epic nature snapshot perfectly. 

62) “There is beauty in simplicity.” 

63) “the earth has music for those who listen.” .

64) “Nature never goes out of style.” 

65) “look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” – albert einstein , 66) “be kind to everything that lives.” , 67) “go where you feel most alive.” .

This is a great nature quote all-rounder to compliment that photo that makes you the happiest. 

68) “Not all classrooms have four walls.”

69) “because when you stop and look around, this life is pretty amazing.” , 70) “nature is not on the internet.”.

But I’ve been lucky enough to make a living sharing my love of nature to the internet.. so I can’t complain. 

71) “Beautiful things don’t ask for attention.”

72) “good clean fun in the dirt.”, 73) “just another day in paradise.”, 74) “i like this place and could willingly waste my time in it.” – william shakespeare.

Oh, I’ve said this many times on foreign shores… 

75) “The goal of life is to make your heartbeat match the beat of the universe, to match your nature with Nature.” – Joseph Campbell

76) “take nothing but memories, leave nothing but footprints”, 77) “i could stay here forever.” .

Funny Nature Quotes

Not all nature quotes are serious, thoughtful and sombre – some are just plain hilarious. These funny nature quotes will definitely give you a giggle. 

78) “Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!'” – Robin Williams 

Robin Williams is still so missed. RIP. 

78) “Nature. Cheaper than therapy.” – Anonymous

79) “the world is mud-luscious and puddle-wonderful.” – e. e. cummings, 80) “some national parks have long waiting lists for camping reservations. when you have to wait a year to sleep next to a tree, something is wrong”- george carlin, 81) “i look to nature because i think the animals are smarter than we are. animals mate; humans date. there’s no dating in the animal kingdom. no dinner, no movie — just a quick sniff, ‘alright, let’s go.” – adam ferrara.

Definitely a cheaper and more time-saving way to do it! 

82) “Why is marijuana against the law? It grows naturally upon our planet. Doesn’t the idea of making nature against the law seem to you a bit . . . unnatural?” – Bill Hicks 

83) “we’re not allowed to do anything to nature anymore, except look at it. it’s like porn with leaves.” – dennis miller , 84) “time is nature’s way of keeping everything from happening at once.” – woody allen .

Celebrity Nature Quotes 

This selection of nature quotes from celebrities have the stars waxing lyrical about their love for Mother Earth. After all, they’re just like us. 

85) “I don’t like formal gardens. I like wild nature. It’s just the wilderness instinct in me, I guess.” – Walt Disney

86) “zoology has always been interesting to me. nature is fascinating.” – nicolas cage.

So profound Nic. So very profound ;’) 

87) “In wilderness I sense the miracle of life, and behind it our scientific accomplishments fade to trivia.” –  Charles Lindbergh

88) “if you can’t be in awe of mother nature, there’s something wrong with you.” – alex trebek.

I’ll take time in nature for 400 Alex. 

89) “You can never really go wrong if you take nature as an example.” – Christian Dior

90) “i exclusively buy used clothes… i’m going to be a citizen of this planet, and i’m going to do my responsibility and live in stride with nature instead of constantly fighting against her.” – shailene woodley .

91) “We are the environment. The world is literally one biological process. The trees are our lungs. Look at the Amazon River system next to a human cardiovascular system, look at corals or trees and look at our lungs, you literally cannot tell the difference. They’re the same. So when we destroy our environment, we’re effectively destroying ourselves.” – Ian Somerhalder 

92) “obviously, when i learn about something new that i can do in my everyday life that makes a whole lot of sense and can help the environment, i do it. eventually, it just becomes second nature. if we all begin to learn from one another and share some of the things we do, we just might be able to affect the world for the better through these little rituals. in a curious way, this would be a great wave of awareness: doing the right thing without being told to or having to think why.” – jennifer aniston , 93) “you pray for rain, you gotta deal with the mud too.” – denzel washington .

Natures Quotes from Song Lyrics

When spoken words fail, a song with a great backing track and powerful lyrics can really fire you up. These nature song lyrics will put you right there, amongst the world’s most majestic natural wonders. 

94) “Smell the sea, and feel the sky / Let your soul and spirit fly.” – Van Morrison, Into the Mystic 

95) “you fill up my senses like a night in a forest / like the mountains in springtime like a walk in the rain.”- john denver, annie’s song  .

John Denver has made an appearance on previous quote lists of mine. He always had the right words to sum up a moment. 

96) “Nature is a language, can’t you read?” – The Smiths, Ask  

97) “so let’s leave some blue up above us / let’s leave some green on the ground / it’s only ours to borrow / let’s save some for tomorrow / leave it and pass it on down.” alabama, pass it on down , 98) “i see trees of green, red roses too/ i see them bloom for me and you / and i think to myself what a wonderful world.” – louis armstrong, what a wonderful world .

A timeless classic we all still love. 

99) “What about sunrise/ What about rain/ What about all the things that you said/ We were to gain / What about killing fields / Is there a time / What about all the things / That you said were yours and mine.” – Michael Jackson, Earth Song

Am i missing any fun or inspirational nature quotes.

This list of Nature quotes really could go on and on for so long, so I wanted to keep it to around 100! If you think there’s any specific quote about nature that should be included on this list, please do let me know! I’d love to hear from you guys to keep my list of the best Nature Quotes as up-to-date as possible!

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“CHOOSE ONLY ONE MASTER – NATURE.” – REMBRANDT

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Say goodbye to scouring the internet in search of inspirational travel quotes to keep you focussed on saving for that next big trip. Instead take a read through our list of every travel quote ever. We dare you to try and not be inspired.

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Inspirational Travel Quotes

“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” – Henry Miller

“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.” – Unknown

“I am not a great book, I am not a great artist, but I love art and I love food, so I am the perfect traveller.” – Michael Palin

“I am not the same having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world.” – Mary Anne Radmacher

“He who does not travel does not know the value of men.” – Moorish proverb

“People don’t take trips, trips take people.” – John Steinbeck

“The best journeys in life are those that answer questions you never thought to ask.” ― Rich Ridgeway

“To travel is to evolve.” – Pierre Bernardo

Take the first step, the rest will follow. Book the ticket, apply for the job, send the email, jump into the water. The rest gets easier from there. – Abi from http://www.insidethetravellab.com/

“A person does not grow from the ground like a vine or a tree, one is not part of a plot of land. Mankind has legs so it can wander.” ― Roman Payne, The Wanderess

“Certainly, travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living.” – Miriam Beard

“You don’t have to be rich to travel well.” – Eugene Fodor

“He who is outside his door has the hardest part of his journey behind him.” – Dutch Proverb

“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one’s lifetime.” – Mark Twain

“He who would travel happily must travel light.” – Antoine de St. Exupery

“Wandering re-establishes the original harmony which once existed between man and the universe.” – Anatole France

“It is not down in any map; true places never are.” – Herman Melville

It’s never too late to have a life you love. Don’t ever feel like you’ve missed the boat, don’t have what it takes or can’t achieve your dreams. Instead of removing your dreams, remove the doubts and fears keeping you from them. It’s never, ever too late. – Phoebe from https://littlegreybox.net

“Without travel I would have wound up a little ignorant white Southern female, which was not my idea of a good life.” – Lauren Hutton

“I met a lot of people in Europe. I even encountered myself.” – James Baldwin

“I was not born for one corner. The whole world is my native land.” – Seneca

“Travelling — it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” – Ibn Battuta

“Our happiest moments as tourists always seem to come when we stumble upon one thing while in pursuit of something else.” — Lawrence Block

“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” – Confucius

“Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world.” – Scott Cameron

“I never travel without my diary. One should always have something sensational to read in the train.” – Oscar Wilde

“The first condition of understanding a foreign country is to smell it.” – Rudyard Kipling

“Once in a while it really hits people that they don’t have to experience the world in the way they have been told to.” – Alan Keightley

“Tourists visit. Travellers explore.” – Unknown

If you don’t do it now, when will you do it? -Monica from http://thetravelhack.com/

“Travelling is like flirting with life. It’s like saying, ‘I would stay and love you, but I have to go; this is my station.'” – Lisa St. Aubin de Teran

“I always wonder why birds stay in the same place when they can fly anywhere on Earth. Then I ask myself the same question.” – Harun Yahya

“Never go on trips with anyone you do not love.” – Ernest Hemingway

“Travel can be one of the most rewarding forms of introspection.” – Unknown

“The man who goes alone can start today; but he who travels with another must wait till that other is ready.” – Henry David Thoreau

“Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind.” – Seneca

“NOT I – NOT ANYONE else, can travel that road for you, You must travel it for yourself.” – Walt Whitman

“You don’t choose the day you enter the world and you don’t chose the day you leave. It’s what you do in between that makes all the difference.” – Anita Septimus

“Once you have traveled, the voyage never ends… The mind can never break off from the journey.” – Pat Conroy

“When you travel, remember that a foreign country is not designed to make you comfortable. It is designed to make its own people comfortable.” ― Clifton Fadiman

“I haven’t been everywhere but it’s on my list.” – Susan Sontag

“Remember that happiness is a way of travel – not a destination.” – Roy M. Goodman

Adventure Travel Quotes

“To my mind, the greatest reward and luxury of travel is to be able to experience everyday things as if for the first time, to be in a position in which almost nothing is so familiar it is taken for granted.” – Bill Bryson

“My life is shaped by the urgent need to wander and observe, and my camera is my passport.” ― Steve McCurry

“The more I traveled the more I realized that fear makes strangers of people who should be friends.” – Shirley MacLaine

The biggest addiction a person can have is discovering the unknown. Once it takes hold, there is no getting out and the only way to get your fix is by pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and exploring new horizons, cultural, and places. – Stephen from A Backpacker’s Tale 

“Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.”― Andre Gide

“A mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions.” – Oliver Wendell Holmes

“If you’re not living on the edge, you’re taking up too much space.” ― Unknown

“A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” ― John A. Shedd

“A journey is like marriage. The certain way to be wrong is to think you control it.” – John Steinbeck

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” ― Mark Twain

“All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveller is unaware.” ― Martin Buber

“May your adventures bring you closer together, even as they take you far away from home.” ― Trenton Lee Stewart

“Let us step into the night and pursue that flighty temptress, adventure.” ― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

“Make voyages! Attempt them… there’s nothing else.” – Tennessee Williams

“To awaken quite alone in a strange town is one of the pleasantest sensations in the world.” ― Freya Stark

“The whole object of travel is not to set foot on foreign land; it is at last to set foot on one’s own country as a foreign land.” ― G.K. Chesterton

The more borders you cross, the more your mind opens — Paul from Global Help Swap

“One travels to run away from routine, that dreadful routine that kills all imagination and all our capacity for enthusiasm.” – Ella Maillart

“Two roads diverged in a wood and I – I took the one less traveled by.” – Robert Frost

“If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay at home.” – James Michener

“When overseas you learn more about your own country, than you do the place you’re visiting.” – Clint Borgen

“Stop worrying about the potholes in the road and enjoy the journey.” – Babs Hoffman

“A good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving.” – Lao Tzu

“Every man can transform the world from one of monotony and drabness to one of excitement and adventure.” – Irving Wallace

“A traveller without observation is a bird without wings.” — Moslih Eddin Saadi

“I travel a lot; I hate having my life disrupted by routine.” – Caskie Stinnett

“We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open.” – Jawaharial Nehru

“Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.” – Unknown (thanks to Melissa Bond for the contribution!)

“Investment in travel is an investment in yourself.” – Matthew Karsten

“It is better to travel well then to arrive.” – Buddha

“Adventure is worthwhile.” – Aristotle

“We all become great explorers during our first few days in a new city, or a new love affair.” – Mignon McLaughlin

“We travel, some of us forever, to seek other states, other lives, other souls.” – Anais Nin

“Don’t tell me how educated you are, tell me how much you traveled.” – Mohammed

“No one realizes how beautiful it is to travel until he comes home and rests his head on his old, familiar pillow.” – Lin Yutang

“The traveler sees what he sees, the tourist sees what he has come to see.” – Gilbert K. Chesterton

“Adventure without risk is Disneyland.” – Doug Coupland

“If you wish to travel far and fast, travel light. Take off all your envies, jealousies, unforgiveness, selfishness and fears.” – Cesare Pavese

“How often I found where I should be going only by setting out for somewhere else.” – R. Buckminster Fuller

“I see my path, but I don’t know where it leads. Not knowing where I’m going is what inspires me to travel it.” – Rosalia de Castro

“I have wandered all my life, and I have also traveled; the difference between the two being this, that we wander for distraction, but we travel for fulfillment” – Hilaire Belloc

“If all difficulties were known at the outset of a long journey most of us would never start out at all.” – Dan Rather

“The use of travelling is to regulate imagination by reality, and instead of thinking how things may be, to see them as they are.” – Samuel Johnson

“Airplane travel is nature’s way of making you look like your passport photo.” – Al Gore

“Tourists don’t know where they’ve been, travellers don’t know where they’re going.” – Paul Theroux

“It is not fit that every man should travel; it makes a wise man better, and a fool worse.” – William Hazlitt

“You develop a sympathy for all human beings when you travel a lot.” – Shakuntala Devi

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“With getting time away from work and your ‘normal’ life becoming more and more difficult, your time off is more valuable and precious than it’s ever been. Absolutely nobody has time for mediocre experiences and modern-day touring has adapted to fit these requirements. Nowadays group tours can be anything and everything: what you do, depends solely on you.”

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40 Nature Quotes to Read When You Need a Breath of Fresh Air

“Nature is the purest portal to inner-peace.”

Here, you'll find a collection of uplifting quotes , happy quotes , and sentimental quotes that will remind you of the most wonderful parts of our planet. There's even a quote from one of Ree's favorite authors, Laura Ingalls Wilder: "If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere." Not only will each of these quotes get you revved up for your next hiking trip, but they might even have far-reaching mental health benefits: As Rachel Carson says, "Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts."

“I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.”

“If you wish to know the divine, feel the wind on your face and the warm sun on your hand.”

Angie Weiland Crosby

Langston Hughes

“Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your head with silver liquid drops. Let the rain sing you a lullaby.”

Beau Taplin

“Sunsets are proof that endings can often be beautiful, too.”

Albert Einstein

“We still do not know one thousandth of one percent of what nature has revealed to us.”

Claude Monet

“The richness I achieve comes from Nature, the source of my inspiration.”

“The goal of life is living in agreement with nature.”

Dolly Parton

“Storms make trees take deeper roots.”

Alice Walker

“In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Trees can be contorted, bent in weird ways, and they’re still beautiful.”

Rachel Carson

"Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts."

“Choose only one master—nature.”

Hans Christian Andersen

"Just living is not enough. One must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower."

"Leave the roads; take the trails."

"Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better."

"Preserve and cherish the pale blue dot, the only home we’ve ever known."

Zora Neale Hurston

"Some people could look at a mud puddle and see an ocean with ships."

Francis Bacon

"Nature to be commanded must be obeyed."

Ralph Waldo Emerson

"Nature always wears the colors of the spirit."

"My wish is to stay always like this, living quietly in a corner of nature."

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85 Nature Captions and Quotes for Your Next Instagram Post

Venture outdoors, snap your best photos, and impress your followers with these inspiring captions for your nature pics.

Since 1971, Travel + Leisure editors have followed one mission: to inform, inspire, and guide travelers to have deeper, more meaningful experiences. T+L's editors have traveled to countries all over the world, having flown, sailed, road tripped, and taken the train countless miles. They've visited small towns and big cities, hidden gems and popular destinations, beaches and mountains, and everything in between. With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and provide readers with tried-and-tested trip ideas, in-depth intel, and inspiration at every point of a journey.

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Whether you're heading out into nature for a short scenic hike or camping in the middle of nowhere for a week, the goal might be to unplug and put your phone away. But it's hard to stay offline entirely when the scenes are so perfectly Instagrammable. While we can't help you with a weak Wi-Fi signal or that steep uphill hike, we can help you find the perfect captions for those nature pics you snap during your outdoor adventure. Your followers will love these inspirational, relatable, and funny nature quotes — so pick one for your next post and watch the likes roll in.

Scroll through some of our best ideas below so you can spend more time chasing nature's wonders — and less time brainstorming. That way, when the Wi-Fi signal picks up again, you can thank us for your most-liked nature pics ever.

Best Nature Captions

Chasing waterfalls

Good clean fun in the dirt

Every mountain high, every valley low *insert mountain emoji*

Another day, another sunrise

Psithurism: the sound of wind in trees *insert wind and falling leaves emoji*

The view from the top *insert mountain emoji*

Call of the wild!

As free as a bird *insert bird emoji*

Where the wild things are

(For your picnic) Dining alfresco

Over the moon!

When life gives you mountains, put on your boots and hike *insert mountain emoji*

A rolling stone gathers no moss

Forest bathing *insert tree and bathtub emoji*

The early bird catches the worm

The best view comes after the hardest climb

Young and wild and free

Starry skies and fireflies

The great, wild somewhere

Find me beneath the trees *insert tree emoji*

(For autumn ) Fall breeze and autumn leaves

Child of nature

Funny Nature Captions for Instagram

Branching out *insert tree emoji*

Feeling good-natured

On cloud nine *insert cloud emoji*

Camping hair, don't care

Geology rocks

Real jungle > concrete jungle

Going back to my roots *insert tree emoji*

Letting nature take its course

Planting myself here for a while *insert seedling emoji*

Glamping is my favorite sport

Heading for the hills

I'm rooting for you! *insert a plant emoji*

Tree-t yo'self *insert tree emoji*

The birds and the bees *insert bee emoji*

(For fall foliage ) Free falling *insert falling leaves emoji*

Trails before ales, pines before wines *insert beer and wine emoji*

Flower power

Sun-kissed *insert sun and lips emoji*

Got lost in nature and found myself

You grow, girl *insert flower emojis*

(For scenic overlooks or rock climbing) Living on the edge

Nature Captions About Beauty

From sea to shining sea

It's always worth taking the scenic route

Heaven on earth

Star light, star bright *insert star emoji*

Purple mountain majesty *insert mountain emoji*

Sky above, earth below *insert world emoji*

Sunshine and roses

Just another day in paradise

Beautiful beyond be-leaf *insert leaf emoji*

Taking the long way home

(For your star photos) Friday night lights *insert star emoji*

#Nofilter needed

Turns out the grass isn't always greener on the other side *insert seedling emoji*

The poetry of earth is never dead

Nature's imperfection is perfect

There's no time to be bored in a world as beautiful as this

Best Nature Quotes

"From California to the New York Island, this land was made for you and me." — Woody Guthrie

"Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy." — John Denver

"If the sight of the blue skies fills you with joy, rejoice, for your soul is alive." — Eleonora Duse

"Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!'" — Robin Williams

"Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air." — Ralph Waldo Emerson

"The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever." — Jacques-Yves Cousteau

"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I — I took the one less traveled by." — Robert Frost

"The mountains are calling, and I must go." — John Muir

"The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough." — Rabindranath Tagore

"The love for all living creatures is the most noble attribute of man." — Charles Darwin

“Sunsets are proof that endings can often be beautiful, too.” — Beau Taplin

"Should you shield the canyons from the windstorms, you would never see the true beauty of their carvings." — Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

"Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and shadows will fall behind you." — Walt Whitman  

"There is no exquisite beauty … without some strangeness in the proportion." — Edgar Allan Poe

"All the trees are losing their leaves, and not one of them is worried." — Donald Miller

"In the spring , at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." — Margaret Atwood

"I like this place and could willingly waste my time in it." — William Shakespeare

"The earth laughs in flowers." — Ralph Waldo Emerson

"By discovering nature, you discover yourself." — Maxime Lagacé

"I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees." — Henry David Thoreau

"Leave the roads; take the trails." — Pythagoras

"The earth is what we all have in common." — Wendell Berry

"If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere." — Vincent Van Gogh

"Life is old there, older than the trees, younger than the mountains, growin' like a breeze. Country roads, take me home." — John Denver

"Adopt the pace of nature. Her secret is patience." — Ralph Waldo Emerson

"All good things are wild and free." — Henry David Thoreau

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The best quotes about travel will inspire you to pack your bags, book that ticket, and start your journey in a new place. We’re always thinking about our next trip, and sometimes a saying or quote can remind us why we travel in the first place.

Traveling is a great opportunity to step out of your comfort zone, reflect on the bigger picture, and learn about the world and yourself. If you need some motivation, I’ve got a collection of inspirational travel quotes , quotes about traveling with friends , funny travel quotes , and more. With that and our step-by-step guide on planning a trip anywhere , you will have no excuses.

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Most inspiring travel quotes, best quotes about traveling with friends, travel quotes for couples, best quotes about traveling with family, quotes for traveling alone & solo travel quotes.

Spend some time reading through these adventure travel quotes and see which ones resonate with you most. Keep your favorites handy, so you can revisit them when you want some insight or something to inspire your wanderlust !

These short travel quotes are simple but can inspire lofty ideas for your next journey!

1. A change of latitude would help my attitude. – Unknown

As this short travel quote suggests, going to a new place can give you a total attitude adjustment!

2. Adventure is out there. – Charles Muntz

This travel quote from the animated film Up has inspired kids and adults alike. Adventure is out there; go find it!

3. Live your life by a compass, not a clock. – Erica Jong

I appreciate travel life quotes like this one. It’s not about how long you live, it’s whether you live it to the fullest. And for me, that means seeing the world!

4. Oh, the places you’ll go! – Dr. Seuss

This simple travel quote is a good one for life in general. Whether you’re moving to a new city or taking a trip around the world, oh, the places you’ll go!

5. Take only memories, leave only footprints. – Chief Seattle

This poignant travel quote is a reminder to treat our planet with respect, especially while traveling. Things like eco-tourism, carbon offsets, and environmental footprints need more attention!

6. The journey, not the arrival, matters. – T.S. Eliot

This is a quote about trips that can encourage you to slow down and enjoy the journey. Sometimes, we get so wrapped up in where we’re going, that we forget to appreciate all that’s around us.

7. There is a world elsewhere. – Shakespeare

This poetic travel quote is short and sweet. It’s easy to become distracted by daily life, but there is so much more out there.

8. To travel is to live. – Hans Christian Andersen

This travel quote says it all: traveling truly is one of the best ways to experience life.

The best travel quotes will inspire you to take the leap and go on a new adventure! Check out these inspirational travel quotes for more insight and direction.

9. A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. – Lao Tzu

This inspiring travel quote applies to life, too. Step by step, we can reach new destinations, as well as our goals.

10. A ship is safe in the harbor, but that’s not what ships are built for. – Gael Attal

Remember that you are the ship, and you’re meant to experience this beautiful, magical world while you’re here!

11. Better to see something once than hear about it a thousand times. – Asian proverb

No matter how many photos you see or stories you hear, nothing beats seeing a place in person!

12. Don’t tell me how educated you are, tell me how much you have traveled. – Mohammed

This travel saying reminds us that experiencing unfamiliar places and cultures is one of the best ways to learn.

13. Do not follow where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

This inspirational travel quote is about taking charge of your life and, as a traveler, getting off the beaten path to discover new places.

14. Investment in travel is an investment in yourself. – Matthew Karsten

A lot of people think about investing in their career or home, but the life experience you get through traveling is one of the greatest investments. The insight, perspective, and resilience you gain can help you in all facets of life.

15. Life begins at the end of your comfort zone. – Neale Donald Walsch

This tried and true travel quote is another one that can inspire you to push past fears and embrace adventure! And remember, everyone’s comfort zone is different!

16. Travel is never a matter of money, but of courage. – Paulo Coelho

While taking a trip requires money, this inspirational travel quote reminds us that you also need the courage to leave behind familiarity for adventure.

17. Two roads diverged in a wood and I – I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference. – Robert Frost

Frost was a poet who understood the importance of charting your own path rather than following the crowd. That principle applies to traveling too, as you can find all kinds of unique places when you venture away from the tourist traps.

18. We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us. – Anonymous

This is one of the best travel quotes because it sums up why so many people pack their bags. When we’re traveling, we’re fully living !

Quotes about traveling the world

These quotes about traveling to new places will ignite your desire to pack up and go somewhere new!

19. I’m in love with cities I’ve never been to and people I’ve never met. – Melody Truong

Here is a famous travel quote that can spark wanderlust in anyone, especially travel junkies like us!

20. It’s a big world out there, it would be a shame not to experience it. – J.D. Andrews

Even if you can only go to the next town over, it’s always worth it to visit a new place and see something different.

21. Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore. – Andre Gide

This is another travel quote that points out how you need to face some fears to travel to new destinations. Of course, it’s totally worth it!

22. The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page. – St. Augustine

Here is a wonderful metaphor that can motivate you to step out of your comfort zone and go someplace new. Travel always reminds us that the world doesn’t revolve around us, and there are so many different ways of life.

23. The most beautiful thing in the world, is, of course, the world itself. -Wallace Stevens

This simple travel quote truly needs no explanation. When you feel down or uninspired, the world is there in all its natural beauty.

24. There are no foreign lands. It is the traveler only who is foreign. – Robert Louis Stevenson

This quote about traveling the world can shift our perspective to see the big picture.

25. There was nowhere to go but everywhere, so just keep on rolling under the stars. – Jack Kerouac

Some people live to travel, and they get bored when they’re in one place for too long. If that’s you, know that you’re not alone!

26. Travel because life is short, and the world is huge. – Anonymous

If you need an inspiring travel quote , here it is!

27. Travel makes one modest, you see what a tiny place you occupy in the world. – Gustave Flaubert

This travel quote is also about the big picture. If you’ve ever stood on the edge of a cliff or sailed in the middle of the ocean, you know that sensation of feeling ridiculously small in a big world.

28. Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow. – Anita Desai

A wonderful quote about traveling the world , this sentence captures the feeling of taking a piece of your travels with you while leaving a part of you behind .

Quotes about travel & adventure

These quotes are for travel lovers who crave their next adventure. If you’re ready to indulge your wanderlust, keep reading this adventure sayings !

29. Adventure may hurt you, but monotony will kill you. – Ghaniya Dewi Arassyi

This travel quote will resonate with many digital nomads and explorers. Waking up in a new place and experiencing a different culture may be jarring at first, but that kind of adventure is much better than doing the same thing every day.

30. All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware. – Martin Buber

Anyone who has traveled will agree that this wanderlust quote is 100% true.

31. Blessed are the curious for they shall have adventures. – Lovelle Drachman

Life is full of adventures and things to see, and if you’re curious enough, you’ll experience them all!

32. Fill your life with experiences, not things. Have stories to tell, not stuff to show. – Unknown

Odds are, the most interesting and fulfilled people you’ve met have spent more time seeing the world than buying things.

33. If we were meant to stay in one place, we’d have roots instead of feet. – Rachel Wolchin

This is one of the best travel quotes for a burst of inspiration.

34. Jobs fill your pocket. Adventures fill your soul. – Unknown

While it’s pragmatic to have both, it’s true that you gain something when you travel that you don’t get anywhere else.

35. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all. – Helen Keller

Helen Keller’s motivational travel quote applies to life in general, so whatever the word adventure means to you, go for it!

36. Traveling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller. – Ibn Battuta

This is the perfect quote for travel lovers ! After a trip, you always come home with a story or two to tell, and those tales stay with you for life.

37. Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did. – Mark Twain

This is a simple travel quote to motivate you. Have you ever met anyone who said they regretted traveling?

Some of the best trips are the ones you take with good friends. I’m sure these travel quotes will inspire you to hit the road with your best friends. These are my favorite quotes about traveling with friends .

38. A good friend listens to your adventures. Your best friend makes them with you. – Unknown

Whoever said this trip quote knows what it’s like to have that best friend who will explore the world and navigate life with you.

39. Everyone needs this friend that calls and says, “Get dressed, we’re going on an adventure.” – Unknown

Here is another fun quote about traveling with friends . Do you have that bestie that’s always ready for the next adventure?

40. I have found out that there ain’t no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them. – Mark Twain

I’m sure everyone can relate to this funny travel quote . When you take a trip with someone, you learn a lot about them, yourself, and your relationship!

41. It doesn’t matter where you’re going, it’s who you have beside you. – Unknown

As this travel quote suggests, one of the best parts of taking a trip isn’t the destination, but who you’re with.

42. Life is meant for good friends and great adventures. – Anonymous

I don’t think anyone can argue against the idea that adventure and friendship are two of the best things in life!

43. Sometimes all you need is a great friend and a tank of gas. – Thelma and Louise

This cute saying is the perfect travel quote to inspire your next road trip!

44. The more I travelled, the more I realized fear makes strangers of people who should be friends. – Shirley MacLaine

This life travel quote is an excellent reminder of how people can connect across cultures, countries, and languages. One of the best things about traveling is that it introduces you to diverse ways of seeing the world and living life, and of course, new friends.

45. Travel is better with friends. – Unknown

This travel quote needs no explanation. While a solo trip can be fun now and then, traveling with friends is one of the best experiences in life.

46. We travel, some of us forever, to seek other places, other lives, other souls. – Anais Nin

Those who love to explore will understand the depth of this quote. Traveling is the best way to find yourself, others, and new insights about the world.

Traveling with friends is great, but if you have a significant other, it’s a unique experience. Let these couples’ travel quotes encourage you to take a journey with your partner!

47. A journey is like marriage. The certain way to be wrong is to think you control it. – John Steinbeck

This couples’ travel quote is an important one. As with life and relationships, there are many things out of our control, and the same goes for traveling. However, that doesn’t mean the trip isn’t worthwhile!

48. Actually, the best gift you could have given her was a lifetime of adventures. – Lewis Carroll

This excerpt from Alice in Wonderland makes for a wonderful travel quote . Money gets spent, clothes get tattered, and cars break down, but adventures give you memories that last forever.

49. I would like to travel the world with you twice. Once, to see the world. Twice to see the way you see the world. – Unknown

I love this quote about traveling together because you can share perspectives and gain even more from your trip.

50. In life, it’s not where you go – it’s who you travel with. – Charles M. Schulz

Here is a beautiful quote about traveling with a partner or friend that I 100% agree with!

51. Never go on trips with anyone you do not love. – Hemingway

Although it’s a funny travel quote , it’s quite true!

52. No road is long with good company. – Turkish proverb

I love this proverb about travel because no matter where you’re going, as long as you have a loved one beside you, it’ll be okay.

53. Sharing adventures means enjoying them 100% more. – Unknown

This is another great travel quote for couples or friends. A solo adventure can be fun, but it’s different from sharing travel experiences with someone you love.

54. Together is our favorite place to be. – Unknown

This quote about travel and love is so heartwarming. Having your partner by your side can make any trip more magical, although simply being in each other’s presence is often enough.

55. Traveling is like flirting with life. It’s like saying, “I would stay and love you, but I have to go; this is my station. – Lisa St. Aubin de Teran

This longer travel quote is an interesting analogy that frequent travelers might relate to. Visiting new lands and meeting new people is like flirting; as soon as you start to connect, you move onto a different location.

56. What we find in a soulmate is not something wild to tame, but something wild to run with. – Robert Brault

Whether or not you believe in soulmates, it’s true that the best partner is the one we can go on adventures with.

Taking a trip as a family can be a bonding experience, as well as frustrating and memorable! These quotes about family vacations are funny and heartwarming, so they perfectly capture all facets of traveling with your kids.

57. A family that travels together stays together. – Unknown

Some travel quotes and sayings are cute and sweet, like this one. Family trips can be a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time together and strengthen bonds.

58. I travel a lot; I hate having my life disrupted by routine. – Caskie Stinnett

While it’s a funny travel quote , this saying can also correspond to family life. Sometimes families get tied into a routine and lose touch with each other. Taking a trip together disrupts the monotony and brings everyone closer.

59. Love is the food of life, travel is dessert. – Anonymous

If you ask any adventurous spirit, they’ll agree that love and travel is all you need!

60. Not all classrooms have 4 walls. – Unknown

I think this is one of the top travel quotes , and it’s especially pertinent to families. Sometimes, parents get nervous about letting their kids travel, but seeing a new place and a unique way of life is one of the most fulfilling ways to educate oneself.

61. Travel. Your money will return. Your time won’t. – Unknown

A contemplative quote about travel and life , this simple sentence encourages us to go on adventures while we can. After all, when we’re old, it’ll be easier to work than to hop on a plane!

62. Traveling in the company of those we love is home in motion. – Leigh Hunt

This is such a cute couples’ travel quote to remind us that home is the people we love, not a specific place.

63. Two of the greatest gifts we can give our children are roots and wings. – Hodding Carter

This is one of the sweetest travel quotes for families . While kids need stability, they also have vivid imaginations. Traveling with their parents can awaken their childlike wonder and instill in them a sense of adventure.

If you’ve ever taken a solo trip, you know that it’s one of the most life-changing experiences. And if you haven’t had the pleasure of traveling alone yet, hopefully, these quotes about solo trips can inspire you!

64. I am not the same, having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world. – Mary Anne Radmacher

This is a beautiful travel quote about how you change as a person when you wake up in an unfamiliar environment. Going through daily life in a different place truly alters the way you view the bigger picture.

65. I wondered why it was that places are so much lovelier when one is alone. – Daphne du Maurier

If you’re thinking of going on a solo adventure and need a nudge, consider this quote about traveling alone . Sometimes, going on a trip with people we know can distract us from the full experience of discovering a new place.

66. Not until we are lost do, we begin to find ourselves. – Henry David Thoreau

Here is another simple travel quote that has a deeper meaning. Sometimes, we have to get lost and break away from what’s familiar in order to truly meet ourselves.

67. To awaken quite alone in a strange town is one of the most pleasant sensations in the world. – Freya Stark

Something that digital nomads crave is the feeling of being lost or a stranger in a new land. For these people, there is no other feeling like it!

68. Travel changes you. As you move through this life and this world you change things slightly, you leave marks behind, however small. And in return, life—and travel—leaves marks on you. – Anthony Bourdain

Anthony Bourdain was one of the most beloved world travelers, so his adventure travel quote resonates deeply. The best thing about traveling is that you sprinkle a bit of yourself everywhere you go, and you bring a bit of that place back with you.

69. Travel far enough, you meet yourself. – David Mitchell

Read between the lines of this travel quote , and it makes so much sense. The more you stray from what you know, the more you learn about yourself, and the world!

70. When the traveler goes alone, he gets acquainted with himself. – Liberty Hyde Bailey

I agree that taking a trip with friends or a partner is awesome, but when you travel alone, you have so much time to get to know yourself.

Funny travel quotes

The deep, motivational sayings are great, but sometimes a funny travel quote is all you need to inspire your next adventure!

71. I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list. – Susan Sontag

This is the perfect quote for travel lovers ! Where is your next adventure going to be?

72. I love to travel but hate to arrive. – Albert Einstein

This short and sweet saying is another reminder that it’s often the journey – not the destination – that matters most.

73. I met a lot of people in Europe. I even encountered myself. – James Baldwin

It could be Europe or a few miles from your house, but when you travel, you gain new insights into yourself – your personality, quirks, likes, dislikes, everything.

74. I need a vacation of 6 months. Twice a year! – Unknown

This silly travel quote is funny , but all too true!

75. If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine, it’s lethal. – Paulo Coelho

Yes, stability is important, but adventure is fulfilling and just as essential.

76. It’s bad manners to let vacation wait! – Unknown

Here’s another lighthearted travel quote to remind you to book that vacation!

77. To travel is to discover that everyone is wrong about other countries. – Aldous Huxley

This travel quote is funny yet wise. Even though we are more connected than ever, you truly don’t understand a place until you step foot there yourself.

78. You know it’s time for a vacation when you start looking like the person on your driving license… – Unknown

You can’t deny that this funny travel vacation quote is true !

Quotes about wanderlust

The best travel quotes plant a seed in your mind, a will in your heart, and a spark in your spirit. I’m sure these motivational quotes about traveling the world will awaken your inner wanderer!

79. A good traveler has no fixed plans and is not intent on arriving. – Lao Tzu

This one is for the wanderers and frequent travelers. While there is a place for planning and preparation, some of the best trips are those with limited foresight.

80. One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things. – Henry Miller

One of the best quotes on traveling , this saying gets to the root of why so many people love to travel. Visiting a new destination opens us up to all kinds of sights, sounds, smells, people, and lessons.

81. People don’t take trips, trips take people. – John Steinbeck

This is another travel quote that’s funny and deep. You can plan your trip, but things never go 100% according to plan, and you often end up with experiences you didn’t expect!

82. Remember that happiness is a way of travel – not a destination. – Roy M. Goodman

Goodman’s quote about travel and happiness reminds us that the journey is more important than the destination.

83. Wanderlust: (n) a strong desire or urge to explore the world.

Does this definition of wanderlust resonate with you? Which part of the world do you want to see next?

84. The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. – Marcel Proust

Proust’s motivational quote about traveling rings true. The more you travel, the more you open your mind and heart.

85. Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer. – Unknown

Forget souvenirs; this travel quote reminds us that the best thing you gain from a trip is the richness of the experience.

86. You don’t need magic to disappear, all you need is a destination. – Unknown

It doesn’t matter if that destination is near or far, as long as it’s someplace new .

Quotes about wandering

Similar to the wanderlust quotes , these sayings appeal to those with a nomadic spirit. Which one is your favorite?

87. It is better to travel than to arrive. – Buddha

The Buddha’s quote points out that the true treasure is the journey itself.

88. Not all those who wander are lost. – J.R.R. Tolkien

Tolkien’s words remain one of the most popular quotes about wandering . Some people are simply born to travel and visit different lands!

89. This wasn’t a strange place; it was a new one. – Paulo Coelho

Sometimes, a destination can seem strange and intimidating, but it’s simply a new adventure waiting for you!

90. Wandering re-establishes the original harmony which once existed between man and the universe. – Anatole France

I think this travel quote about nature makes a good point. When we explore all the beautiful natural places in the world, we gain a deeper appreciation for this planet.

91. The gladdest moment in human life, me thinks, is a departure into unknown lands. – Sir Richard Burton

This travel quote is self-explanatory, but travel lovers will agree that the best moments of their lives were probably while they were exploring.

92. We wander for distraction, but we travel for fulfillment. – Hilaire Belloc

There is something to this quote about travel and life . It describes how we can wander, either by hopping from one place to another or by changing up certain aspects of our lives. However, these are usually distractions, and it’s when we travel wholeheartedly that we feel fulfilled .

Other travel quotes for Instagram

This last section of trip quotes is perfect for sharing on social media or keeping around the house.

93. Forget champagne and caviar – Taste the world instead! – Hostelgeeks

Would you rather see the world than have fancy things? Me too!

94. Measure life by countries, not years. – Unknown

If you love to travel, you’ll appreciate this one. It’s a quote for travel and life and says that it’s not about how long you live; it’s about how well you live!

95. Of all the paths you take in life make sure a few of them are sandy. – Unknown

I bet you don’t need more convincing to take a tropical vacation, but this beachy travel quote is a good one!

96. The only people who ever get anyplace interesting are the people who get lost. – Henry David Thoreau

When you have the courage to step out of your comfort zone and get off the beaten path, you find yourself having experiences of which you wouldn’t even dream!

97. There’s no time to be bored in a world as beautiful as this. – Anonymous

This travel quote doesn’t need an explanation; there are so many gorgeous places to see in this world.

98. Travel – the best way to be lost and found at the same time. – Brenna Smith

This short travel quote is straight to the point!

99. With age, comes wisdom. With travel, comes understanding. – Sandra Lake

This inspirational travel quote is definitely worth sharing. The more we travel, the more we learn about different people and ways of life. And that leads to more understanding and tolerance, which is a beautiful thing!

100. You can’t have a narrow mind and a thick passport. – Pauline Frommer

Piggybacking off the previous travel quote , this sentence encapsulates the idea that adventuring requires an open mind.

I hope you loved these travel quotes and sayings! If they inspired you to go on an adventure or sparked your wanderlust, let me know. Also, what are some good travel quotes you’ve heard? Leave me a comment below to share your favorites!

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Traveling opens doors to new perspectives and unforgettable experiences. These quotes ignite my wanderlust and remind me of the endless adventures awaiting discovery. Let’s explore

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54 Travel Quotes That Will Inspire You To Pack Your Bags

From funny to inspirational, these quotes will fuel your wanderlust.

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• Inspirational Travel Quotes
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Whether you're an avid traveler or dreaming of your first big trip, these travel quotes reflect the spirit of travel, offering insights and motivations for your next journey from authors, poets, and philosophers.

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• "Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow." — Anita Desai
• “To travel is to live.” – Hans Christian Andersen
• "Travel brings power and love back into your life." — Rumi Jalalud-Din
• “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” ― St. Augustine
• “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” ― Lao Tzu
• "I read; I travel; I become." ― Derek Walcott
• "Adventure is worthwhile." — Aesop
• "To travel is to evolve." — Pierre Bernardo
• "Not all those who wander are lost." — J.R.R. Tolkien
• "Travel far, travel often, and travel without regrets." — Oscar Wilde
• "An adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered." — G.K. Chesterton
• "To travel is worth any cost or sacrifice." — Elizabeth Gilbert
• “Oh, the places you’ll go!” – Dr. Suess 
• “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” – Helen Keller
• “Live your life by a compass, not a clock.” – Erica Jong
• “Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow.” ― Anita Desai

Inspirational Travel Quotes 

• "Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world." — Gustave Flaubert
• “Travel far enough, you meet yourself.” ― David Mitchell
• "I am one of those who never knows the direction of my journey until I have almost arrived." — Anna Louise Strong
• "The most beautiful thing in the world is, of course, the world itself." — Wallace Stevens
• "One’s destination is never a place but rather a new way of looking at things." — Henry Miller
• "Surely, of all the wonders of the world, the horizon is the greatest." — Freya Stark
• "Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us, or we find it not." — Ralph Waldo Emerson
• "This is what holidays, travels, vacations are about. It is not really rest or even leisure we chase. “We strain to renew our capacity to wonder, to shock ourselves into astonishment once again." — Shana Alexander
• "Happiness is not a station you arrive at, but a manner of traveling." — Margaret Lee Runbeck
• "We travel, some of us forever, to seek other states, other lives, other souls." —Anaïs Nin
• “Do not follow where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
• “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” – Marcel Proust
• “With age, comes wisdom. With travel, comes understanding.” – Sandra Lake

Vacation Quotes 

• “No man needs a vacation so much as the man who has just had one.” ― Elbert Hubbard
• “After all, the best part of a holiday is perhaps not so much to be resting yourself, as to see all the other fellows busy working.” ― Kenneth Grahame 
• “When all else fails, take a vacation.” ― Betty Williams
• “In matters of healing the body or the mind, vacation is a true genius!” ― Mehmet Murat ildan
• “Here's to a vacation of no regrets!” ― Joan Rylen
• "I can lie around and relax at home. A vacation is a chance for doing.”― Tessa Bailey
• “Well, I think every day’s a vacation for me. When you really, really like what you’re working on, it’s like always being on vacation.” ― Andy Warhol
• “Reading is just a vacation you pay less for, with an agenda you have no control over.” ― J.S. Wik
• “What I needed in the moment was a family vacation.” ― Deena Kastor

Funny Travel Quotes 

• "Jet lag is for amateurs." — Dick Clark
• "I have found out that there ain't no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them." — Mark Twain
• “Don’t tell me the sky’s the limit when there are footprints on the moon.” – Paul Brandt
• “Tourists don’t know where they’ve been, travelers don’t know where they’re going.” – Paul Theroux
• “A journey is like marriage. The certain way to be wrong is to think you control it.” – John Steinbeck
• “There is nothing safer than flying—it’s crashing that is dangerous.” –Theo Cowan
• “If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine; it is lethal.” –Paulo Coelho
• “Don’t live the same year 75 times and call it a life.” –Robin S. Sharma
• “I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list.” –Susan Sontag
• “Boy, those French. They have a different word for everything.” –Steve Martin
• “Adventure, yeah. I guess that’s what you call it when everybody comes back alive.” –Mercedes Lackey
• “Don’t worry about the world ending today, it’s already tomorrow in Australia.” – Charles M. Schulz
• “Drink heavily with the locals whenever possible.” – Anthony Bourdain
• “The worst thing about being a tourist is having other tourists recognize you as a tourist.” – Russell Baker

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Because your epic adventures together call for the perfect saying.

It’s no secret that traveling can open your eyes to new experiences, cultures and perspectives. What can make those memorable journeys even better? A companion, of course! Traveling with friends can enhance trips in unimaginable ways. For starters, they can be your personal photographer when selfies won’t suffice. That’s what friends are for, right ?

Exploring the world together can create enlightening experiences that you will look back on for years to come. But, before you embark on your next adventure, we’ve rounded up some of the best traveling with friends quotes to get you excited about the trips that you have yet to take.

From short and sweet to deep and meaningful, these quotes will boost your anticipation for your future travels. If you’ve taken trips together in the past, these travel quotes can help you reflect and reminisce. Text them in your special group chat or post as captions on Instagram . Regardless of how you share them, these quotes and messages are sure to resonate with your travel buddies.

No matter if you’re going with one friend or a group of your closest buds, traveling with friends presents an opportunity to strengthen bonds while having fun. So, pack your bags and get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime.

• “ Sharing adventures means enjoying them 100% more .” – Anonymous
• “ There are no strangers in this world, only friends I haven’t met yet. ” – William Butler Yeats
• “Friends make everything better, vacations included! ” — Anonymous
• “ A friend may be waiting behind a stranger’s face .” – Maya Angelou
• “ Traveling with a friend is like stepping into a storybook adventure together.” – Unknown
• “It’s not the destination, it’s the journey” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
• “Travel far, travel wide, but always travel with a friend by your side. ” – Unknown
• “ Just as the stars shine brighter in the night sky, so do friendships glow stronger amidst the wonders of the world discovered together .” – Unknown
• “ As the road stretches out before us, I’m grateful for the company of my best friend, knowing that no matter where we end up, the journey together is what truly matters. ” – Unknown
• “ No matter where our journey takes us, friendship will always be our guiding light. ” —Anonymous
• “ I can speak to my soul only when the two of us are off exploring deserts or cities or mountains or roads. ” – Paulo Coelho
• “Good company on a journey makes the way seem shorter.” — Izaak Walton
• “A good friend listens to your adventures. A best friend makes them with you.” — Unknown
• “A journey is best measured in friends rather than miles.” — Tim Cahill
• “No adventure is complete without you by my side.” — Unknown
• “Friends that travel together, stay together.” — Unknown
• “It doesn’t matter where you’re going — it’s who you go with that makes it fun!” — Unknown
• “As soon as I saw you, I knew a grand adventure was about to happen.” — Winnie The Pooh.
• “Life was meant for great adventures and close friends." — Unknown
• “You can pack for every occasion, but a good friend will always be the best thing you could bring!” — Unknown
• "We all have that one friend who is either on a road-trip or planning a road-trip or thinking about a road-trip or talking to people who are on road-trip or posting quotes about road-trip." — Crestless Wave
• “It’s the friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate the journey.” — Unknown
• “You never know where life will take you, but it will always be better with friends.” —Unknown
• “We are all travelers in the wilderness of the world, and the best we can find in our travels is an honest friend.” — Robert Louis Stevenson
• “The tans will fade but the memories will last forever.” — Unknown
• “Wherever it is you may be, it is your friends who make your world.” — Chris Bradford
• ​​“When traveling life’s journey, it’s good to have a friend’s hand to hold on to.” — Unknown
• “If you want to go fast go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” — African Proverb
• “A good trip is an even better one with your bestie.” — Unknown
• “The more I traveled the more I realized that fear makes strangers of people who should be friends” —Shirley MacLaine
• “Embarking on new adventures is a million times better with close pals.” — Unknown
• “Life was meant for great adventures and close friends.” —Unknown
• “I have found out that there ain’t no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them.” —Mark Twain
• “Adventure awaits — all you need is your best buddy to make it a reality.” — Unknown

• “Life is a beach, enjoy the waves.” — Unknown
• “Frozen drinks are better with friends.” — Unknown
• “With friends by your side, every journey becomes an opportunity to discover the beauty of the world and the depths of your bond.” — Unknown
• “If you go looking for a friend, you’re going to find they’re very scarce. If you go out to be a friend, you’ll find them everywhere.” — Zig Ziglar
• “On the road, strangers become friends, sharing stories and laughter, creating bonds that last beyond the journey.” — Unknown
• “ The best way to travel is to always pack light, with the exception of a friend . ” —Anonymous
• " If you want to have fun, bring a friend.” — Unknown
• “ Nothing makes the journey more enjoyable than a friend who can make you laugh.” — Unknown
• “ I soon realized that no journey carries one far unless, as it extends into the world around us, it goes an equal distance into the world within .” —Lillian Smith
• “ In the tapestry of life, friends are the threads that weave together our most cherished travel stories .” – Unknown
• “ May your travels be filled with the magic of friendship, the wonder of new experiences, and the warmth of shared memories that last a lifetime .” —Unknown
• " T raveling the world is great, but nothing tops going around the world with a friend ." —Unknown
• “ The beach and my besties are all I need to have a good time." —Unknown
• "Travel memories we make alone may fade, but those made with friends will last a lifetime." — Unknown
• “Away is a place where it’s not about the money you spend. It’s about the moments you share.” —Unknown
• “Just grab a friend and take a ride, together upon the open road.” —The Goofy Movie
• Life is about doing things that don’t suck with people who don’t suck.” —Unknown
• “I would like to travel the world with you twice. Once, to see the world. Twice, to see the way you see the world.” —Unknown
• “Everyone needs this friend that calls and says, “Get dressed, we’re going on an adventure.” —Unknown
• “Getting to know new people and gaining new friends is one of life’s greatest pleasures. So, conquer your fears and get out there.” —Tony Clark
• “Traveling with friends is always better.” —Unknown
• “No road is long with good company.” —Turkish proverb
• "Each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive, and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born." —Anais Nin
• "In life, it’s not where you go – it’s who you travel with.” — Charles M. Schulz
• “Exploring new places is always sweeter with your favorite people.” — Unknown
• “Getting lost with you is a risk I’m always willing to take.”— Unknown
• “As with any journey, whom you travel with is more important than the destination.” —Unknown
• “At the end of the day, your feet should be dirty, your hair messy and your eyes sparkling.” —Shanti
• “May your adventures bring you closer together, even as they take you far away from home.” — Trenton Lee Stewart
• “I get a friend to travel with me… I need somebody to bring me back to who I am. It’s hard to be alone.” —Leonardo DiCaprio
• “Travel should make friendships stronger and memories sweeter.” —Unknown
• “Never go on trips with anyone you do not love.” —Ernest Hemingway
• “Sometimes all you need is a great friend and a tank of gas.” — Thelma & Louise
• “One of the great things about travel is that you find out how many good, kind people there are.” —Edith Wharton
• “We are travelers on a cosmic journey, stardust, swirling and dancing in the eddies and whirlpools of infinity. Life is eternal. We have stopped for a moment to encounter each other, to meet, to love, to share. This is a precious moment. It is a little parenthesis in eternity.” — Paul Coelho
• “Sometimes all you need is a great friend and thirst for adventure.” —Unknown
• “Nothing makes a good trip more memorable than experiencing it with your best friends.” —Unknown
• “Traveling with a pal can be the foundation for a lifelong friendship.” —Unknown
• “Good times and crazy friends make the best memories.” —Unknown
• “The best things in life are the people we love, the places we’ve been, and the memories we’ve made along the way.” —Unknown
• “Don’t be dismayed at good-byes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again. And meeting again, after moments or lifetimes, is certain for those who are friends.”— Richard Bach

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Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Travel Insurance in June 2024

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Traveling is an adventure, a leap into the unknown, a story waiting to unfold. But every story needs a safety net, and that's where travel insurance comes in. In this guide to the best travel insurance, we'll embark on a journey to help you better understand travel insurance and uncover the benefits that make it an indispensable companion for any traveler.

Our Picks for the Best Travel Insurance Companies

Best overall: nationwide travel insurance.

• Runner-Up: AXA Assistance USA
• Best for Cruises: Travel Guard
• Best Reputation:  C&F Travel Insured
• Best for Pre-existing Conditions:   Tin Leg Travel Insurance
• Best for Digital Nomads:   WorldTrips Travel Insurance
• Best Low-Cost Option:   Trawick International Travel Insurance

Best for Road Trips: Travelex Travel Insurance

How we rate travel insurance »

Compare the Best Travel Insurance Companies

The best travel insurance companies offer comprehensive coverage options for a wide range of people and needs. For this guide, we looked at coverage options, customizability, and the best companies for specific situations, such as pre-existing conditions.

Here are Business Insider's picks for the best travel insurance companies in 2024. 

• Trip cancellation coverage of up to 100% of trip costs (for cruises) or up to $30,000 (for single-trip plans)
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Three cruise-specific plans to choose from
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Annual travel insurance plans available
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Strong trip cancellation coverage
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Cancel for any reason coverage available
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. CFAR insurance not available with every single plan
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Medical coverage is lower than what some competitors offer

Nationwide Travel Insurance offers many of the standard benefits you might see with a travel insurance policy. This can include things like trip cancellation coverage, so you can recover pre-paid costs or trip interruption in the event your vacation is interrupted by an unexpected event. There's also baggage delay coverage and medical coverage.

• Cancel for any reason coverage available

Nationwide Travel Insurance is of the largest players in the travel insurance space, offering nearly endless options for any customer on the travel spectrum, including annual travel insurance plans which can offer frequent travelers the flexibility to "set it and forget it" on their travel insurance coverage.

Nationwide Essential also offers some of the most affordable policies in the market compared to similar plans from competitors, which makes it a great pick for just about anyone. Buyers can discuss bundling options as Nationwide also sells homeowners, auto, pet, and other insurance products. Its travel insurance quoting is just as easy as it has been with other Nationwide insurance products.

Read our Nationwide Travel Insurance review here.

Best Travel Insurance Runner-Up: AXA Assistance USA

• Trip cancellation coverage of up to 100% of the trip cost
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Generous medical evacuation coverage
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Up to $1,500 per person coverage for missed connections on cruises and tours
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Covers loss of ski, sports and golf equipment
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Generous baggage delay, loss and trip delay coverage ceilings per person
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Cancel for any reason (CFAR) coverage only available for most expensive Platinum plan
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. CFAR coverage ceiling only reaches $50,000 maximum despite going up to 75%

AXA Assistance USA keeps travel insurance simple with gold, silver, and platinum plans. Emergency medical and CFAR are a couple of the options you can expect. Read on to learn more about AXA.

• Silver, Gold, and Platinum plans available
• Trip interruption coverage of up to 150% of the trip cost
• Emergency medical coverage of up to $250,000

AXA Assistance USA  offers consumers a great option for no-stress travel insurance: low-priced plans, generous coverage limits on key categories including primary insurance on lost luggage, and up to 150% reimbursement for qualifying trip cancellations.

While add-ons are limited and rental car coverage is not included by default on cheaper plans, AXA is a perfect fit for travelers who don't plan to drive (or who already hold a travel credit card with rental car coverage), and don't need any additional bells and whistles.

Read our AXA Assistance USA Travel Insurance review here.

Best for Cruises: AIG Travel Guard

Trip cancellation coverage for up to 100% of the trip cost and trip interruption coverage for up to 150% of the trip cost

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Trip cancellation coverage of up to 100% of the cost, for all three plan levels
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. CFAR covers up to 75% of total trip costs (maximum of $112,500 on some plans) 
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Medical coverage of up to $500,000 and evacuation of up to $1,000,000 per person
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Includes COVID coverage 
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Above average baggage loss and delay benefits
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. High medical evacuation coverage
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Premiums may run slightly higher than competitors

Travel Guard is a well-established and highly rated name in the travel insurance industry. It offers three main coverage options to choose from, and in general its policies have above-average coverage for baggage loss and baggage delays, plus high medical evaluation coverage limits.

• Trip cancellation coverage for up to 100% of the trip cost
• Trip interruption coverage for up to 150% of the trip cost
• Preexisting medical conditions exclusions waiver must be purchased within 15 days of initial trip payment
• Annual travel insurance plan and Pack N' Go plan (for last-minute trips) available

Travel Guard is well-known insurance provider, and a great fit for travelers who want to ensure that they can get their money back in the event of canceled or interrupted travel plans.

While the company's policies can be pricey compared to its competitors, the high medical and evacuation limits make AIG a solid choice for older travelers who value peace of mind and simplicity over highly customizable plans that may be bolstered with medical upgrades.

Read our AIG Travel Guard review here.

Best for Reputation: C&F Travel Insured

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Offers 2 major plans including CFAR coverage on the more expensive option
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Cancellation for job loss included as a covered reason for trip cancellation/interruption (does not require CFAR coverage to qualify)
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Frequent traveler reward included in both policies
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Up to $1 million in medical evacuation coverage available
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Medical coverage is only $100,000
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Reviews on claims processing indicate ongoing issues
• C&F's Travel Insured policies allow travelers customize travel insurance to fit their specific needs. Frequent travelers may benefit from purchasing an annual travel insurance plan, then adding on CFAR coverage for any portions of travel that may incur greater risk.

While every travel insurance company has negative reviews about its claims process, C&F Travel Insured 's claims process has a consistent stream of positive reviews. One customer wrote that C&F processed a claim within 48 hours. Additionally, C&F regularly responds to customer reviews within one business week, making reviews a consistent way to reach the company.

Additionally, in C&F's fine print, it mentions that any claims that take more than 30 days to pay out will begin to accrue interest at 9% APY.

C&F's reputation isn't the only thing to speak highly of. It offers an array of add-ons uncommon in the travel insurance industry, such as Interruption for Any Reason insurance and CFAR coverage for annual plans. C&F also offers discounts for children on its Protector Edge plan and free coverage on its Protector plan.  

Read our C&F Travel Insured review here. 

Best for Pre-Existing Conditions: Tin Leg Travel Insurance

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Policy coverage includes most pre-existing health conditions
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Generous medical and evacuation amounts for peace of mind
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. COVID coverage included by default on all insurance plans
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Offers a wide range of plans for various budgets and travel needs
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Some plans offer CFAR, “cancel for work reasons,” financial default, and unemployment coverage
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Limited add-on coverage options
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Baggage loss and delay coverage is low compared to competitors

Tin Leg travel insurance offers eight travel insurance plans to meet the unique needs of travelers.

• Tin Leg was founded in 2014 by the travel insurance industry experts at Squaremouth. Designed to meet the most common needs of travelers, these policies offer comprehensive Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption benefits, and a range of Emergency Medical and Medical Evacuation limits.

Tin Leg Travel Insurance is a great fit for travelers with medical issues in particular. Seven of Tin Leg's eight travel plans include coverage for pre-existing conditions as long as you purchase your policy within 15 days of your initial trip payment.

Thanks to coverage for pre-existing medical conditions as well as for potential COVID-19 infection while traveling, this company offers some of the best financial investment options for travelers who are or will be exposed to higher health risks and issues.

Read our Tin Leg Travel Insurance review here.

Best for Digital Nomads: WorldTrips Travel Insurance

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Affordable base plans that can be customized with add-ons including rental car, pet care, hunting and fishing, and vacation rental coverage
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Insurance plans available for international student travelers
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Trip delay coverage benefit that kicks in after just five hours
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Pre-existing conditions waiver can be purchased within 21 days of initial trip payment
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Lower medical, evacuation and accidental death limits
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Limited, secondary baggage loss coverage although baggage protection can be upgraded at a low cost
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. No special coverages for pets, sports equipment, etc.

WorldTrips has been a reputable travel insurance provider for more than 20 years. Unsurprisingly, it boasts an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and positive reviews from thousands of customers.

• Travel medical insurance (Premium, Group, Annual, and International Student options)
• Trip cancellation insurance
• Trip protection insurance

WorldTrips Travel Insurance has affordable premiums, highly customizable add-ons, and generous coverage for core categories of travel insurance. All this makes it a great option for digital nomads, students studying abroad and backpackers.

However, travelers should keep in mind that plans are not particularly flexible, and coverage amounts are limited unless you plan ahead to pay for the areas and amounts that you need.

Read our WorldTrips Travel Insurance review here.

Best for Affordability: Trawick International Travel Insurance

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Useful for adventurous travelers headed to higher-risk destinations
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Affordable plans with varying levels of coverage
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. 10-day free look option
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Generous baggage loss replacement policy
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Trip delay coverage kicks in after just six hours
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Some policies allow a CFAR add-on
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Up to $1 million medical evacuation coverage limit
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Baggage and trip delay coverages don’t kick in until after the 12-hour mark
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. International student policies available for temporary stints abroad
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Complaints about claims not being paid or involving an intermediary to resolve claims

Trawick International travel insurance offers plans customized to diverse travelers' needs. We look at coverage options, claims processing, pricing, and other important factors for savvy travelers.

• Travel medical insurance
• Trip protection and cancellation
• International student insurance
• Visitor medical insurance (for traveling to the US)

Trawick International Travel Insurance is another insurance provider with robust medical travel insurance  that can help higher-risk and anxious travelers find peace of mind while on the road. This company offers one of the most generous medical evacuation policies in the market, although travelers will need to remember to add on rental car coverage if they need it.

Read our Trawick Travel Insurance review here.

• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Options to cover sports equipment
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Option to increase medical coverage
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Can cancel up to 48 hours before travel when CFAR option is purchased
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Affordable coverage for budget-conscious travelers
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Includes generous baggage delay, loss and trip delay coverage
• Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Optional "adventure sports" bundle available for riskier activities
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Only two insurance plans to choose from
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Medical coverage maximum is low at up to $50,000 per person
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Pricier than some competitors with lower coverage ceilings
• con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Some competitors offer higher medical emergency coverage

Travelex travel insurance is one of the largest travel insurance providers in the US providing domestic and international coverage options. It offers a basic, select, and America option. Read on to learn more.

• Optional CFAR insurance available with the Travel Select plan
• Trip delay insurance starting at $500 with the Travel Basic plan
• Emergency medical and dental coverage starting at $15,000

Travelex Travel Insurance  offers three plans:

• Travel Basic
• Travel Select
• Travel America

The Travelex America plan is meant for trips limited to the U.S., but it has the highest coverage limits in many areas compared to its other programs. If you're flying somewhere, the lost baggage limits are higher. Its natural strengths shine for road trippers, though. Travelex America adds coverage for roadside service and rental car coverage for unexpected accidents. It also covers pets should you be involved in an accident while on the road.

While your standard auto insurance does extend to car rentals within the U.S. for a limited time, any accident would affect future rates. Travelex would eliminate the risk of reporting to your auto insurance provider for minor incidents within its purview.

Read our Travelex Travel Insurance review here.

Introduction to Travel Insurance

Why travel insurance is a must-have.

The unpredictable nature of traveling – from flight cancellations to medical emergencies – can turn your dream vacation into a nightmare. Travel insurance acts as a personal safeguard, ensuring that unexpected events don't drain your wallet or ruin your trip.

Understanding Different Types of Travel Insurance

Not all travel insurance policies are created equal. From single-trip travel insurance policies to annual travel insurance plans , from minimal coverage to comprehensive protection, understanding the spectrum of options is your first step in finding the right fit for your journey.

Key Features to Look for in Travel Insurance Coverage

Travel insurance for medical emergencies.

Imagine falling ill in a foreign country; daunting, right? A robust travel insurance plan ensures you don't have to worry about how much emergency medical care while traveling will cost, even in the most remote corners of the globe. This coverage will often come in tandem with emergency medical evacuation coverage.

Trip Cancellation and Interruption Benefits

Life is full of surprises, some less pleasant than others. Trip cancellation and interruption coverage ensures that you're not left out of pocket if unforeseen circumstances force you to cancel or cut your trip short. You may also look for cancel for any reason and interruption for any reason options, which will reimburse you for a percentage of your nonrefundable fees, but expands the covered reasons you can cancel a trip. You can find our guide on the best CFAR travel insurance companies here.

Coverage for Personal Belongings and Baggage Loss

Losing your belongings is more than an inconvenience; it's losing a piece of your world. Insurance that covers personal belongings and baggage loss ensures that you're compensated for your loss, helping you to rebound and continue your adventure.

Support and Assistance Services

In times of trouble, having a lifeline can make all the difference. Look for insurance that offers 24/7 support and assistance services, giving you peace of mind that help is just a phone call away. Also, check websites that field customer reviews like Trustpilot, the Better Business Bureau, and InsureMyTrip , to see how well a company responds to customer requests.

Choosing the Best Travel Insurance

Reputation and reliability of the travel insurance provider.

A provider's reputation is not just about being well-known; it's about reliability, customer satisfaction, and the ability to deliver on promises. Researching and choosing a reputable provider is a cornerstone in ensuring your safety and satisfaction.

Understanding the Policy's Fine Print

The devil is in the details, and understanding the fine print of what your travel insurance policy covers is crucial. Be aware of coverage limits, exclusions, and the process for filing a claim to avoid any unpleasant surprises.

Customer Reviews and Feedback

In the age of information, customer reviews and feedback are goldmines of insight. Learn from the experiences of others to gauge the reliability and customer service of the insurance provider you're considering. While the ratings are important, you should also look at whether or not a company responds to customer complaints.

How to Get the Most Out of Your Travel Insurance

Knowing your policy inside out.

Familiarize yourself with every aspect of your policy – what it covers, what it doesn't, how to file a claim, and who to contact in an emergency. Being informed means being prepared. 

Steps to Take When a Problem Arises

If you face an issue during your travels, knowing the immediate steps to take can make all the difference. Keep important contacts and your policy details handy, and remember, your insurance provider is there to assist you.

How to Pick the Best Travel Insurance Company for You

There isn't a one-size-fits-all policy that works perfectly for every traveler. Young, healthy solo travelers can opt for much cheaper plans that offer bare-bones coverage, while families juggling complex itineraries will do best by investing in a robust policy that can help defray any costs associated with lost baggage, delayed transportation or other trip-impeding obstacles.

That being said, you can't go wrong with a travel insurance provider that boasts a reputable history and offers a wide range of customizable plans. In some cases, you may be comparing plans that are only a few dollars' apart from each other. In such situations, you should generally opt for the insurance company that offers the strongest customer service. It's also worth considering whether or not the travel insurance provider has been reviewed by other travelers with similar itineraries to your own. 

An insurance aggregator like InsureMyTrip or Squaremouth is one of the best tools for searching travel insurance policies. Once you input the specifics of your travel itinerary, you'll be able to see hundreds of search results to compare the ones that catch your eye. If the options are too overwhelming, use the filters to the left of your search page to eliminate as many irrelevant plans as possible.

How We Reviewed the Best Travel Insurance Companies

To come up with our list of the best travel insurance companies, we evaluated each insurer based on the following factors:

Guide Methodology: What We Considered

Policy Types

Travel insurance is essential, but often underused partly because people aren't getting what they want. Business Insider's 2023 travel study showed 10.65% of travelers surveyed bought cancel for any reason insurance. Cost may be a factor, but in many cases, the coverage is more affordable than you might think. Regardless, companies must offer a diverse range of coverage options. We award five stars to companies offering all standard coverages and additional options like pet and sports equipment protection.

Our 2023 travel study indicated the majority of purchases were made through the travel provider (ex: flight protection insurance when you're purchasing your airline tickets). While these may be sufficient for some customers, we look for companies offering a more comprehensive range of services.

According to the U.S. Travel Insurance Association, the average cost of travel insurance will be between 4% and 8% of total travel expenses. Anything beyond that price point should include additional benefits beyond the standard inclusions, such as CFAR protection or upgraded medical coverage. Anything below that 4% threshold may leave you lacking important or sufficient coverage in an emergency.

Convenience and Flexibility

Whether you're an infrequent traveler or a suitcase warrior, a good travel insurance company should have you covered. In many cases, you might not even have to talk to a person in order to purchase your policy.

Many people think of travel insurance in context with specific trips, but most of these top contenders sell both single-trip and multi-trip policies, also known as annual travel insurance. Some companies also offer plans specifically designed for cruisers, students abroad, and business travelers. (Read our guide to the best cruise travel insurance companies for more details.) Finally, all of these providers offer multiple options for getting the specific areas and amounts of coverage that you want.

Claims Handling

Most travelers never have a large claim. Premiums are low, and it provides peace of mind for the just in case situations. So they leave reviews based on their reduced stress levels. But what happens if you lose your luggage or have to stay a few extra days due to an unexpected accident? Will your insurance carrier cover your claim without all the hassle? We check real customer reviews to sort this out for you.

Ease of Use and Support

When purchasing, during your trip, and throughout the claims process, you may need extra support. Does the company have a 24/7 help line? Does it have an online or mobile system allowing you to self-manage? Essentially, what are the options when you need help? We look at the big picture to evaluate the average customer experience with each company.

You can read our full insurance rating methodology for even more details.

Best Travel Insurance FAQs

There isn't a one-size-fits-all solution for every traveler. Determine the benefits that are most important to you, like baggage delay coverage, medical coverage, and trip delay coverage, then look for a company with solid customer ratings, especially when it comes to processing claims.

Travel insurance will pay out if you experience a covered event, such as a travel delay or delayed or lost baggage. If you're looking to get travel insurance for a specific reason, such as needing to potentially cancel your trip due to work reasons, make sure your policy will cover you in that situation before purchasing it. You should also check customer reviews to see other travelers' claims experiences, as it varies wildly from company to company.

The average cost of travel insurance is 4% to 8% of your total trip cost, so it could vary widely depending on where you're traveling and the length of your trip. Your age, the number of people in your group, and other factors can also influence how much you'll pay.

Most comprehensive travel insurance policies include travel medical coverage that can come in handy if an emergency occurs and you need medical evacuation. Some travel insurance plans offer more specialized coverage for travelers with pre-existing conditions , so shop around if medical coverage is a top priority for you. 

$100,000 should be a sufficient medical coverage limit for travel insurance. If you're planning on doing extreme sports or anything particularly risky on your trip, you may want to increase your coverage level. A high medical coverage limit is especially useful when you're purchasing cruise travel insurance, since medical evacuations are more involved at sea.

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Please note: While the offers mentioned above are accurate at the time of publication, they're subject to change at any time and may have changed, or may no longer be available.

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