Thrill to the sight of a Tiger, Orangutan or Giant Turtle in the wild, marvel at the sheer diversity of our wildlife, large and small, in its natural habitat.
Witnessing first-hand our planet's amazing wildlife is for many one of the most life-changing experiences.
With more than 70 adventures focussing on the wildlife and natural wonders of all seven continents, you won't be short of inspiring ideas.
Explore Adventures go beyond a vacation to give you an authentic travel experience.
Explore-style travel is enriching and inspiring as well as flexible and fun. getting off the beaten track with small, informal groups of like-minded people.
Choose from innovative itineraries with the best tour leaders in the business to give you invaluable local insight, leaving you free to enjoy precious vacation time.
TIGER, TIGER… (EX22-ATT)
6 Day Tracking the Bengal Tiger in India
'Most Sustainable Tour' Award
The ‘Golden Temple Mail’ train takes you through the countryside to the outskirts of Ranthambore National Park, one of the finest tiger reserves in India and known as the best place for tiger sightings. With 4 park visits we maximize your chances of a tiger sighting.
Tigers aside, the park contains the last remnants of Central India’s native forest, habitat for sambar deer, leopards, crocodiles, sloth bears, and over 300 species of birds. Visit the awe-inspiring Ranthambore Fort, high above Jobi Mahal.
Time to explore both parts of the Indian capital, Delhi. In New Delhi - the creation of the British Raj of the 1930s – see the President’s Palace, Lok Sabha (Parliament), India Gate and the Rajpath. In Old Delhi, explore the streets on foot and by cycle rickshaw. Experience the mosque of Jami Masjid, and the bazaar of Chandni Chowk, a jamboree of deafening barter, vivid colours and smells.
Comfort 
Active
Tour Highlights:
Ranthambore National Park – seek tigers and other species
Ranthambore Fort – a remnant of the royal past
Delhi – take a half-day guided tour of Old and New Delhi
Detailed trip notes (pdf)
Tour Dates: Mondays from February to April 2012
Tour Cost: from $860 per person sharing twin accommodation
Single Supplement: $225
Group Size: 12 – 16 passengers
Type of Accommodation: standard hotel
Vehicles: Bus/Train/Cantor/Cycle rickshaw
Meals: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Comment
This tour was the 2010 winner of AITO’s (the Association of Independent Tour Operators) 'Most Sustainable Tour' award. The itinerary was commended by AITO for its focus on environmental, conservation and social issues.
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SABAH NATUREWATCH (EX23-BN)
10 day Wildlife Discovery & Hike in Borneo
Enjoy this classic wildlife adventure through Sabah, Borneo’s northern wilderness.
Visit the Orang Utans at feeding time and watch Proboscis monkeys swing through the tree-tops of the Sepilok rainforest.
Trek up mighty Mount Kinabalu, relax in bubbling hot springs and end the trip with a swim in the crystal waters of the South China Sea.
Comfort 
Active
Tour Highlights:
Sepilok – visit the Orang Utan Rehabiliation Centre
Sukau – visit Ox bow lake; take jungle walks and a cruise to see the proboscis monkeys
Kinabalu National Park – enjoy a canopy walk and the Poring hot springs
Mount Kinabalu – an opportunity to climb South East Asia’s highest mountain
Maukan Island – beaches, snorkelling, and nature trails
Detailed trip notes (pdf)
Tour Dates: Thursdays from April to September 2012
Tour Cost: from $2230 per person sharing twin accommodation
Single Supplement: $740
Group Size: 12 – 16 passengers
Type of Accommodation: comfortable hotel, lodge, bungalow/chalet, hostel
Vehicles: bus, riverboat, flight
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 1 lunch
Comment
The Mount Kinabalu climb is graded moderate/strenuous as far as Laban Rata, and the summit climb is graded strenuous. You should be fit; some preparation is advisable. You can choose to remain at Laban Rata, or if you wish to opt out of the whole climb, you can arrange with your tour leader to stay at the bottom of the mountain (own expense).
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ADVENTURES IN PATAGONIA (EX24–PA)
14 day Discovery of Argentina, Chile and Patagonia
Explore Argentina's vibrant capital, Buenos Aires - then head to the extreme south and the town of Ushuaia, on the archipelago of Tierra del Fuego. Explore the forests, lakes, and bays of the Tierra del Fuego National Park.
Across the Magellan Strait, spend 2 days walking in Torres del Paine National Park. See the granite towers, soaring to over 1800m, and the alpine lakes and mountains, home to guanacos, black-necked swans, eagles, rheas and silver fox - a most amazing natural habitat.
Then see the huge Perito Moreno Glacier, a 60m-high relic of the Ice Age, in Los Glaciares National Park. Spend the last days of this trip hiking among the lakes and stunning spires of Mount Fitzroy.
Ask about the 3 day extension to explore the Brazilian and Argentinean sides of the world's greatest and most impressive cataracts - Iguacu Falls. (EX24a-PAI)
Comfort 
Active
Tour Highlights:
Buenos Aires – explore Argentina’s capital
Ushuaia – the town at the end of the world
Torres del Paine N.P. – walk among glacial lakes and mountain ranges
Calafate – see the Perito Moreno Glacier
Los Glaciares N.P. – UNESCO World Heritage site
Detailed trip notes (pdf)
Tour Dates: Sundays to April 2012
Tour Cost: from $3490 per person sharing twin accommodation
Single Supplement: $905
Group Size: 12 – 16 passengers
Type of Accommodation: hostel, Hosteria, standard hotel
Vehicles: bus, ferry, flights
Meals: 13 breakfasts
Comment
We should experience many fine, sunny days, but come prepared for extremes as the climate is unpredictable. Walks are optional, ranging from easy to moderate.
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ECUATORIANA & THE GALAPAGOS (EX21-EC)
17 day Discovery 'Avenue of Volcanoes' in Ecuador
& Wildlife in the Galapagos Islands
This trip takes in the highlights of Ecuador as well as giving you the opportunity to sail, snorkel and swim through the incomparable Galapagos Islands.
Tour the colonial capital Quito, visit Otavalo market and discover Cotopaxi – one of the world’s highest active volcanoes (5897m). Search for wildlife in Mindo Cloud Forest and discover prolific flora and fauna as you cruise around the ‘Enchanted Isles’ of the Galapagos.
Comfort 
Active
Tour Highlights:
Quito – colonial Andean capital
Otavalo & Sasquisili – fascinating Indian markets
Volcanoes – the peaks of Cotopaxi, Chimborazo,
and Tungurahua
Galapagos Islands – 7 day cruise through the
archipelago aboard a first class yacht
Detailed trip notes (pdf)
Tour Dates: Wednesdays and Saturdays until
September 2012
Tour Cost: from $5690 per person
sharing twin accommodation
Single Supplement: $390
Group Size: 12 – 16 passengers
Type of Accommodation: yacht, Hosteria,
standard hotel
Vehicles: coach, train, first class motor yacht,
flights to the islands
Meals: 15 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners
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