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Africa is a continent of scenic wonder, mystery and excitement. Of diverse cultures, big wildlife and thrilling activities. Acacia is the leading African travel specialist and best-placed to introduce you to the wonders of Africa. Adventure holidays, overland safaris, tented and lodge safaris are carefully chosen for their value-for-money, enjoyment and intriguing itineraries. Includes City Stays, Short Breaks, Trekking, Diving, Camping & Lodge Safaris, Voluntours, Overland Safaris and Small Group Adventures.
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With 19 years’ of taking people to Antarctica, Aurora encourages you to step outside your zone and rekindle an excitement for life. Small groups allow you the maximum time ashore, with two to three landings per day. And Aurora’s own recently refurbished vessels assures clean, comfortable accommodation and healthy, wholesome meals. So enjoy Antarctica your way: explore the coastline, hike up a snow slope, sit and photograph wildlife or simply take in views from the ship.
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Fantastic discoveries await as you walk on tundra and glaciers, exploring fjords and viewing dramatic landscapes and Arctic wildlife. See at first-hand the iconic symbols of the Arctic - polar bears, arctic foxes, musk oxen, Inuit villages, explorers’ camps and so much more. Aurora Expeditions has led the way in environmentally sensitive voyages to the High Arctic for thirteen years and invites you to seek out new secrets in these remote frontiers.
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This remote and spectacular archipelago of immense glaciers, narrow fjords and abundant wildlife is home to some of the most fascinating and resilient creatures. Let life aboard one of Adventure Associates' smaller expedition vessels take you on a memorable journey into the realm of the polar bear under the midnight sun. As part of an Adventure Associates' small group, you'll experience a totally free style of travel, a different attitude and a more personal experience traveling with like-minded folk from your own country.
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This Australian-based company specialises in walking, wildlife and cultural journeys within Australia and the world including England, France, Morocco, South Africa and New Zealand. Directed by Peter Kellett, an outdoor educator with over 30 years experience in leading groups on walking holidays, small groups of active, interested people can enjoy slow, stimulating travel. The range of tours is detailed in this newsletter; receive similar newsletters twice a year to keep up with the latest and greatest.
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From a dramatic stopover to see the Victoria Falls, a few days on a wildlife-viewing safari, a tour along the Garden Route to Cape Town, to a comprehensive tour visiting numerous countries on the African continent, Adventure World can tailor a holiday you will never forget. Adventure World has specialised in tours for Australians for 30 years, ensuring the best safari or holiday to suit your needs and budget.
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Join Aurora Expeditions on a journey to one of the wildest frontiers, the Russian Arctic & Russia Far East, where access to many places is only possible by small ship. Discover the secluded islands and spectacular coastline of this forgotten land, with its abundant wildlife, incredible seabird rookeries, exotic cultures and abandoned outposts. Aurora's original goals remain unchanged – to take small groups on voyages of discovery to places that stir the soul, thereby creating lifelong ambassadors to preserve and protect these sacred environments.
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Ever wanted to go on a private adventure with a few select friends or your family? Peregrine's private group tour specialists can make your dream trip a reality - you choose the destination, the dates, your companions and whatever you wish to do. Small group adventure tours embrace historical, family, food, wine, walking, cycling, wildlife, educational, trekking, photography, yoga and active themes. Peregrine designs unique itineraries tailored especially to your needs in Africa, Europe, Asia, Middle East, the Americas and Australasia.
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Over 40 years' experience has earned Wildlife Safari a worldwide reputation as the finest luxury safari operator in Africa. A custom-designed safari with this long-established family-owned operator – including Kenya’s best guides, personal attention, uncompromised safety, wonderful accommodation and unbeatable value and service – is unforgettable. A collection of “Signature Safaris” offers great game viewing and 4WD experiences, and is enhanced with “Exclusive Experiences” at no extra cost. Includes Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Botswana & Egypt.
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Climb aboard the M/S Expedition and embark on an incredible polar adventure you’ll never forget. Join GAP Adventures and cruise the coastlines, islands and oceans of some of the most remote destinations. Discover secluded rookeries, seldom-visited villages and other hidden gems accessible only by Zodiac landing craft. Get up close and personal with polar wildlife and experience local culture in ways never dreamed possible.
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Are you looking for a genuine wilderness and wildlife adventure? Expedition Cruising provides genuine travellers opportunities to go where few have been, to have experiences that few have had. The Russ family through Heritage Expeditions pioneered Expedition cruising in the Subantarctic Islands of New Zealand and Australia, the Ross Sea region of Antarctica and more recently the Russian Far East. With Heritage Expeditions there is no need to sacrifice comfort and quality of food or accommodation.
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Take a voyage of discovery to the Russian Far East, a region where the sparse population and geographic isolation have protected a vital asset - true unadulterated wilderness! Russia’s far eastern shores stretch from the high Arctic in the north to the temperate Kuril Islands in the south and encompass a vast array of habitats and wildlife. Heritage Expeditions' founder, Rodney Russ, brings a love and knowledge of the region that marries conservation with responsible travel to take you on the expedition cruise of a lifetime.
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Rising from the abyss of the Pacific Ocean between Micronesia, PNG and the Philippines, the beauty and underwater riches of the Palau Islands are a renowned dive site. Majestic drop offs patrolled by large numbers of pelagics plus a large number of wrecks dating from the second world war, 1300 species of fish and 700 magnificent species of coral, underwater caves and lakes of jellyfish. None of the dives seem to be similar and even the most hardened diver will find total underwater joy.
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Experience the Roman, Greek and Ottoman empire; explore the museums of Florence, wander through ancient theatres in Athens; journey across Eurasia … Intrepid is for travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible experiences along the way. With a range of styles of travel, many using local transport, Intrepid lets you experience the real world within the safety of a small group, with lots of freedom and flexibility. Independent short breaks and urban adventures are also available.
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Join us at sunrise atop Mount Sinai or at sunset at the pyramids. Watch a bull Elephant charge in the Okavango Delta or a lion cub play in the Masai Mara. Raft the rapids of the Zambezi or ski the sand dunes of Namibia. In East and Southern Africa, Tucan Travel’s group tours feature a mix of hotels and camping and are designed to give you the freedom to do as little or as much with the group as you like. Your Tour Leader is always there to give you advice. Lodge-based safari packages are also offered for those wanting a more independent experience.
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Irian Jaya, recently renamed Papua Barat, is on the western side of the second largest Island in the world, New Guinea. 60% of this mountainous Island is covered by jungle where we still find Papuans living in original Malenasian tradition. The Islands of Raja Empat, off the coast of Sorong, and are famous for their exceptionally rich waters. The density of coral and fauna is made all the more impressive by the amazing numbers and species of fish. Many rate this as one of the best dive sites in the world.
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Cruise West’s small ships can get you up-close to all the wilderness experiences awaiting you in Alaska — feeling the spray from a spouting whale, watching the calving of a glacier or witnessing a grizzly along the shoreline. Discover the world with Cruise West - Antarctica, Galapagos, Costa Rica, Mexico, Southeast Asia, Mediterannean, Middle East, Americas, South Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, Singapore…
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It was here, on the Galápagos Islands, that Charles Darwin conceived his revolutionary theory of evolution. The Islands represent the scientific focus of this, one of the greatest intellectual and emotional upheavals to face mankind. The best way to experience the Galapagos is by cruising between the enchanted islands. Adventure Associates offers cruises for active travellers interested in the nature and the animals of the islands, for those seeking wild places and soft adventure, with time to relax on the beach or swim and snorkel, or dive.
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Cllimb Africa’s highest peak using the Marangu route, passing through five spectacular ecological zones: rainforest, open forest, heath and moorland, desolate alpine desert and finally the celebration of reaching the glacial summit. After all this strenuous activity, settle into a safari, visiting such world-renowned areas as Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara. Icon Adventures is serious about responsible travel, respecting the culture of the communities and protecting the unique environments.
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From snow-capped Mt Kilimanjaro and crimson-clad Masai warriors to Uganda's rare mountain gorillas; from Morocco's cities and Egypt's pyramids to the red city of Petra and the mosques of Iran, lose yourself in adventure. Intrepid is for travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible experiences along the way. With a range of styles of travel, many using local transport, Intrepid lets you experience the real world within the safety of a small group, with lots of freedom and flexibility.
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Since 1975, family-owned interNATIONAL PARKtours has operated walking tours in Australia and around the world. Enjoy half- and full-day walks in national parks and wild places, carrying nothing more than a day pack. Relax in comfortable accommodation, taste the local cuisine or enjoy delicious camp meals. Travel is a privilege, an education, a revelation and a way to bridge differences. There's a world of wild places waiting to be discovered. interNATIONAL PARKtours would love to explore them with you.
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Adventure Associates is thrilled to once again extend this invitation to explore two of the least-known, yet most remarkable bastions of nature remaining on the earth. Réunion, an island of true contrasts, is relatively unknown to the world's travellers while Madagascar's amazing flora and fauna is unique to this rugged, little-known destination. Adventure Associates hopes you can join them on this new all-inclusive tour which will show you an enchanting insight into the customs, cultures and natural wonders of these two inspiring islands.
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Venture' gives you a real sense of the Kumuka travel experience: the type of people that travel with Kumuka (many of whom are repeat customers), who the guides are, the specialist knowledge and the underlying philosophies that drive the company. Kumuka was founded from a sense of amazement about travel - the journeys taken through life and the myriad people and places encountered along the way - and Venture reflects that.
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Discover the best of Broome, the Kimberley and the Northern Territory in comfort and style with this range of premium touring holidays from WA's leading tour operator. From Broome, the southern gateway to the Kimberley region, to the a quintessential Australian outback experience of the Northern Territory, you can sit back, relax, travel on luxury coach or luxury 4WD vehicles and let Pinnacle Tours take care of all your creature comforts while introducing you to the wonders of our island home.
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Since the early 1990s, Adventure Associates has pioneered the use of icebreakers and ice-strengthened ships to carry travellers deep into the Antarctic in safety and comfort. Bringing together international specialists on everything from polar exploration to Antarctic birds and marine life, Adventure Associates provides the context and hands-on leadership you need to fully appreciate the Far South. Discover the Antarctic as a place where the indescribable mystery of raw nature can still be experienced firsthand.
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For 22 years, Tucan Travel has proven that adventure travel is inspirational for people of all ages, backgrounds and budgets. Tucan shares your exploratory spirit, passion for adventure and desire for authentic and unique experiences. Tucan is proudly Australian-owned and understands that Australians like to explore for themselves - so Tucan’s trips are designed differently. Tucan shows you the highlights, takes you on an orientation walk and gives you plenty of advice, but you have the freedom to do as much or as little with the group as you like.
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Kumuka offers high-quality, yet affordable, small-group adventure tours through Western USA, Canada & Alaska including camping and hiking tours in the wilderness of the Rockies, Alaska and Yukon. With over 26 years of experience, Kumuka combines excellent value with the most exciting destinations, comfortable transport, good quality hotels, fantastic crew and the right mix of people. Most adventure tours are for 18-65 yr-olds (upper age 45 on USA camping). Also features family adventures and tailor-made independent holidays.
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Kumuka is an African word meaning “the start of a journey” or “a moment of awakening”. Kumuka Worldwide is a leading specialist in small-group adventure travel, focused on providing authentic and stimulating experiences, whilst enjoying value, quality and reliability. Choose from a wide range of Overland camping tours in Africa and the Middle East. There is also a great selection of Specialist tours, Small Group tours in the Middle East, Lodge-Based Safaris in Africa and family adventures. The recommended age guide on many tours is 18-45.
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Hotel and lodge based small group tours in S.E. Asia, China, India, Tibet, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Borneo, Brunei and Japan & trekking in Nepal. Family Adventures also available. Transport in private air conditioned mini-buses, on sleeper trains and internal flights on some of the longer journeys. Kumuka use quality hotels the majority of which are 3-4 star, comfortable lodges, guest houses and tea houses are used while trekking in Nepal.
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For 30 years, Adventure World has crafted holidays for Australians, especially suited to the traveller who likes to experience unique destinations in comfort and discerning style with an emphasis on exploring local cultures. Holidays are custom-designed to suit your own unique requirements - accommodation, private car journeys, rail, escorted tours and sightseeing. Immerse yourself in India; discover the spiritual heartlands awash with sensory spices, romantic palaces and ancient temples.
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From Bolivia’s salt flats, the Iguazu Falls and the wild end of the earth in Chilean Patagonia to Costa Rica's steamy jungles and the sunny beaches of the Caribbean, you will discover landscapes of stunning extremes. Intrepid is for travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible experiences along the way. With a range of styles of travel, many using local transport, Intrepid lets you experience the real world within the safety of a small group, with lots of freedom and flexibility. Independent options also available.
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The best combination of the Caribbean lowlands at Tortuguero National Park with Arenal Volcano and Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. A tour packed with nature. Travel from San Jose through Braulio Carillo National Park to the canals of Tortuguero, then fl y back to San Jose and on a scenic drive to Arenal Volcano. Continue to incredible Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve before returning to San Jose. Travel Projects knows Costa Rica inside out and can create a tour program tailor-made for you.
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This is the ultimate adventure aboard a luxury aircraft to experience the extraordinary natural phenomenon of water flowing into Lake Eyre and the spectacular explosion of colour and life that results! On this two-day exclusive holiday, with one night at Angorichina Station in the Flinders Ranges, you’ll witness the arid heart of Australia turn into a lush wetlands area after the flooding rains – and from the air, the views are astonishing; your spirits uplifted. Limited spaces available in August/September.
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Southern Ethiopia assaults the senses like few other places in the world. Huge lakes lie in the basin of the Rift Valley, surrounded by lush hills, rolling savannah, tropical forests and arid plains. Southern Ethiopia has some of the best tourist attractions on the African continent yet few people each year make the journey to see a land virtually untouched by time. Icon Adventures is serious about responsible travel, respecting the culture of the communities and protecting the unique environments.
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Hurtigruten is renowned for comprehensive and adventurous voyages to beautiful, remote and dramatic coastlines. With 117 years of maritime experience and a fleet of comfortable ships, Hurtigruten voyages depart daily from Bergen in Norway, crossing the Arctic Circle to sail deep into the heart of this spectacular landscape. Hurtigruten cruises also go to the lands beyond Norway - Spitsbergen, Greenland and Antarctica - to explore some of the most inaccessible, unexplored and enticing locations on Earth.
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The Abrolhos is an escape from everyday life – just you and nature. Odyssey Expeditions' affordable nature-based tours make the most of the diversity and on board the newly refitted vessel, OCEANIA, the tours are fully catered and organised. Each tour can be tailored to suit your interests and can include activites such as interpretive tours of the Abrolhos Islands, bird watching, beach combing, diving, snorkelling, windsurfing, surfing, fishing, and discovering the history of the Batavia.
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Sacred Earth's small group (max 7 guests) luxury 4WD safaris explore Northern Australia's Top End and Kimberley regions. Take an adventure through remote wilderness areas with an experienced local guide. Kakadu and the Kimberley are steeped in Aboriginal culture and history, with ancient landscapes, spectacular waterfalls, gorges and amazing flora and fauna. Sacred Earth also specialises in private charter tours, catering for all interests and ages, where you can experience the rugged outback in maximum comfort.
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Kumuka is an African word meaning “the start of a journey” or “a moment of awakening”. Kumuka Worldwide is a leading specialists in adventure travel and has been successfully operating exciting tours for the adventurous traveller for more than 25 years. Choose from a wide range of Overland and Small Group tours in South and Central America. Specialist programs include Language Schools, Galapagos and Antarctica Expeditions.
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Bunnik Tours designs tours especially for the not too young and not too old - "the forgotten age group in the middle". Offering independent and small group tours with an emphasis on innovation, value and superior customer service, Bunnik designs Australian-made holidays for Australian Travellers. Unique, perfectly-balanced itineraries capture the essence of the countries visited, with a range of experiences on and off the regular tourist trails.
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NEW! With big red deserts, sun-bronzed beaches, soaring peaks and lush rainforests, Australia and New Zealand offer a kaleidoscope of brilliant colours and startling natural beauty… Intrepid is for travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible experiences along the way. Intrepid lets you experience the real world within the safety of a small group, with lots of freedom and flexibility. Independent short breaks and urban adventures are also available. Order this brochure now to win a trip for 2*
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From the snow-covered peaks of Mt Everest to the gleaming marble dome of the Taj Mahal, Asia is fascinating, vibrant and mind-blowing. Intrepid is for travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible experiences along the way. With a range of styles of travel, many using local transport, Intrepid lets you experience the real world within the safety of a small group, with lots of freedom and flexibility. Independent short breaks and urban adventures are also available.
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The Africa Sensations Tour is designed to be the ultimate, superior-class holiday with guaranteed departures. Escorted by a Tour Director plus expert local guides in each place visited and with a maximum of 18 guests per departure, you experience the essential highlights of Africa in an unrushed itinerary. Stay in spectacularly located hotels & safari lodges situated within national parks with all the must-see sights included. Destinations include Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Rwanda, Zambia & Egypt.
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From Mount Rushmore's peaks and the mighty falls of Niagara to the vast Great Salt Lake, North America is full of big distances and big thrills. Intrepid is for travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible experiences along the way. With a range of styles, many using local transport, Intrepid lets you experience the real world within the safety of a small group, with lots of freedom and flexibility. Independent short breaks and urban adventures are also available.
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Welcome to one of our region's most fascinating destinations, Borneo!
The mere mention of the name conjures up an image of mystery and intrigue and the third largest island on earth has captured human imagination for centuries. On this fabulous Adventure Associates tour to the world's "lost horizon", you will explore lush rainforest and visit the endangered Orang Utan reserves, where, today, amazing work is being done to rehabilitate these delightful primates in the hope that they can be released back into the wild.
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One of the most stunning deserts in the world could become the source of your lifetime adventure! If you’re up to a unique challenge, then take three weeks off for the time of your life. The Simpson Desert National Park, ancient landscape and home to saltpans, camels, sand dunes and wildflowers, presents a significant 410km walking challenge for reasonably fit trekkers with a positive attitude and a must-have sense of humour. Finish at Big Red, the largest sand dune in the desert and celebrate your achievement.
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Join One Tide Charters on an amazing land and sea Kimberley wilderness experience. These 5-15 day cruises aboard the purpose-built 15-metre catamaran, Kimberley Explorer, focus on exploring the Buccaneer Archipelago’s rugged coastline. Spend the days cruising the islands, stopping off to swim, fish or relax. At night, camp under a million stars on a secluded beach or sleep on board - the choice is yours. These eco-certified adventures cater for small groups of up to 12 who want to explore in comfort and style.
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When the last rays of the sun stretch through the Kentia palms and the azure sweep of the ocean fades into the night sky, you’ll know you’ve come to the right place. Just 700km north-east of Sydney, off the New South Wales coastline in the South Pacific, World Heritage-listed Lord Howe Island is a unique environment of forests and mountains fringed by the most southerly coral reef in the world. With attractive all-inclusive packages and a choice of accommodation, Pinetrees Resort is the perfect base to explore this extraordinary island.
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The Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea is one of the world’s greatest hiking trails. It starts 50 km east of Port Moresby and climbs over the majestic Owen Stanley range to end 96 kilometres later at Kokoda. Walk through lush rain forest, climb steep mountains, trek along high ridges and deep valleys. By the time you reach Kokoda, you’ll be expert at crossing rivers by pole and rope bridges! A good level of fitness is required, although mental strength is just as (if not more) important than physical stamina.
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See some of the most spectacular and untouched scenery on earth – the Simien Mountains of Ethiopia. 4000 metres above sea level, with deep canyons, towering cliffs and huge mountains with troops of Gelada baboons and the rare Walia ibex and Simien wolf. This incredible 2-week tour includes the capital Addis Ababa, the castles of Gondar and the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela. Icon Adventures is serious about responsible travel, respecting the culture and protecting the unique environments.
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There's no need to rough it to discover Africa's beauty. On Kumuka's spectacular Lodge Safaris, you will stay in lodges and luxury tented camp sites with facilities from home-style comforts to deluxe indulgence. In a small group of 10, safaris are hosted by some of the most experienced guides in Africa and include exotic beach breaks to suit your travel plans. Destinations include South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda. Tailor-made tours are available on request.
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Over 800 languages and 1,000 distinct cultures make Papua New Guinea the most culturally diverse country on Earth, home to the largest intact rainforest outside the Amazon, the world’s largest butterfly, two-thirds of the world’s known orchid species and 38 of the 43 known species of bird of paradise. Yet PNG remains largely off the tourist map. Aurora's experienced expedition team will help to demystify these complex societies and create a once-in-a-lifetime experience and a greater understanding of these fascinating people.
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