Skip to content
Sign up for our 2026 Holiday Catalog! Hundreds of new items and valuable coupons. Last day to sign up is July 20th!
Sign up for our 2026 Holiday Catalog! Hundreds of new items and valuable coupons. Last day to sign up is July 20th!
Events Shopping Appointments Wishlist Our Story Contact
In the Footsteps of Darwin
Hachette Boardgames

In the Footsteps of Darwin

038742
$44.99

Notify me when back in stock

Embark on a scientific adventure with In the Footsteps of Darwin, a beautifully designed strategy board game inspired by the groundbreaking work of Charles Darwin.

Twenty years after his famous voyage around the world, Darwin is completing On the Origin of Species and needs the help of talented young naturalists. Players board the Beagle to explore wildlife, study animals, map distant regions, publish discoveries, and develop scientific theories.

Throughout the game, you'll collect valuable observations, expand your knowledge of animal life, and earn Victory Points by contributing to Darwin's research. Combining strategy, exploration, and educational themes, this engaging game offers a unique experience for families, science enthusiasts, and board game lovers alike.

Features:

  • Inspired by Charles Darwin's scientific discoveries
  • Strategic gameplay with exploration and research mechanics
  • Study animals and build scientific theories
  • Publish discoveries to earn Victory Points
  • Beautifully illustrated components
  • Educational and engaging family game
  • Encourages planning and critical thinking
  • Perfect for nature and science enthusiasts

Game Contents:

  • 1 Journey Board
  • 64 Animal Tiles
  • 16 Publication Tokens
  • 15 Compass Tokens
  • 28 Theory Tiles
  • 10 Guide Tokens
  • 5 Character Tiles
  • 5 Naturalists' Notebooks
  • 1 Darwin Token
  • 1 Beagle Figure
  • 1 Scorepad
  • 1 Cloth Bag
  • Rulebook
  • Appendix Booklet