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Patagonia 10 day tour, Torres to Ushuaia
Stunning journey to the end of the world
From US $1,311 to US $1,444 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 3 Nov, 22 Dec
2018: 9 Feb, 30 Mar, 2 Nov, 21 Dec
2018: 9 Feb, 30 Mar, 2 Nov, 21 Dec
5% off all departures for this trip
Portugal yoga & massage vacation
Yoga, massage and mud baths in the mountains of Portugal
From 800 to 900 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Oct, 8 Oct
Special price of 800 each for couples or friends sharing a private farmhouse bedroom or Soulpad in the forest on any of our summer yoga retreats in the Portuguese mountains.
Yoga vacation in Portugal
A stunning Yoga retreat in the Portuguese mountains.
From 800 to 900 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 22 Oct
Special price of 800 each for couples or friends sharing a private farmhouse bedroom or Soulpad in the forest on any of our summer yoga retreats in the Portuguese mountains.
Photography vacation in Andalucia, Spain
Photography holidays in beautiful Andaluca.
From £775 to £795 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 8 Sep, 9 Oct
2018: 1 Jun, 12 Jun, 22 Jun, 7 Sep, 9 Oct
2018: 1 Jun, 12 Jun, 22 Jun, 7 Sep, 9 Oct
Book a photography holiday in Andalucia for 2018 before 31 Aug 2017 for Gbp 100 off!
Painting vacation in Andalucia, Spain
Explore your painting creativity in delightful Andalucia.
From £925 to £950 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 8 Sep, 9 Oct
2018: 1 Jun, 12 Jun, 22 Jun, 7 Sep, 9 Oct
2018: 1 Jun, 12 Jun, 22 Jun, 7 Sep, 9 Oct
Book a painting holiday for 2018 before 31st August 2017
to get Gbp 100 off the web price!
Wildlife vacation in Costa Rica
Explore rainforests and reefs along the Caribbean coast
From US $921 to US $1,007 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 28 Jul, 17 Aug, 8 Sep, 28 Sep, 20 Oct, 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 1 Dec, 21 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 12 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 23 Feb, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 6 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 2 Aug, 23 Aug, 20 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 29 Nov, 27 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 12 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 23 Feb, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 6 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 2 Aug, 23 Aug, 20 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 29 Nov, 27 Dec
5% off all departures for this trip
Portugal Vinyasa flow yoga retreat
A week of yoga, music, massage and mud baths in the Portuguese mountains.
From 800 to 900 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep
Special price of 800 each for couples or friends sharing a private farmhouse bedroom or Soulpad in the forest on any of our summer yoga retreats in the Portuguese mountains.
Yoga retreat in Portugal with Tashi Dawa
A week of nourishing yoga in the forests of Portugal
From 800 to 900 7 days ex flights
Small group travel
Special price of 800 each for couples or friends sharing a private farmhouse bedroom or Soulpad in the forest on any of our summer yoga retreats in the Portuguese mountains.
Yoga & ayurveda vacation in Portugal
Ayurveda, Yoga and massage in the mountains
From 800 to 900 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep
Special price of 800 each for couples or friends sharing a private farmhouse bedroom or Soulpad in the forest on any of our summer yoga retreats in the Portuguese mountains.
Costa Rica vacation, encompassed
Nature and adventure
From US $1,501 to US $1,653 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 12 Aug, 3 Sep, 23 Sep, 15 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 26 Nov, 16 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 7 Jan, 27 Jan, 10 Feb, 18 Feb, 10 Mar, 24 Mar, 1 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 28 Jul, 18 Aug, 15 Sep, 6 Oct, 3 Nov, 24 Nov, 22 Dec
2018: 7 Jan, 27 Jan, 10 Feb, 18 Feb, 10 Mar, 24 Mar, 1 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 28 Jul, 18 Aug, 15 Sep, 6 Oct, 3 Nov, 24 Nov, 22 Dec
5% off all departures for this trip
Central America tour on a shoestring
Highlights of Mexico, Guatemala and Belize
From US $1,853 to US $2,031 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 6 Aug, 27 Aug, 17 Sep, 8 Oct, 29 Oct, 19 Nov, 10 Dec, 31 Dec
2018: 21 Jan, 11 Feb, 4 Mar, 25 Mar, 15 Apr, 6 May, 27 May, 17 Jun, 8 Jul, 29 Jul, 19 Aug, 9 Sep, 30 Sep, 21 Oct, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 23 Dec
2018: 21 Jan, 11 Feb, 4 Mar, 25 Mar, 15 Apr, 6 May, 27 May, 17 Jun, 8 Jul, 29 Jul, 19 Aug, 9 Sep, 30 Sep, 21 Oct, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 23 Dec
15% off on all departure dates for this trip
Portugal guided hiking vacation
hiking vacations in the Paneda-Geres National Park
From £660 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 10 Sep, 11 Sep, 12 Sep, 13 Sep, 14 Sep, 15 Sep, 16 Sep, 17 Sep, 18 Sep, 19 Sep, 20 Sep, 21 Sep, 22 Sep, 23 Sep, 24 Sep, 25 Sep, 26 Sep, 27 Sep, 28 Sep, 29 Sep, 30 Sep, 1 Oct, 2 Oct, 3 Oct, 4 Oct, 5 Oct, 6 Oct, 7 Oct, 8 Oct, 9 Oct, 10 Oct, 11 Oct, 12 Oct, 13 Oct, 14 Oct, 15 Oct, 16 Oct, 17 Oct, 18 Oct, 19 Oct, 20 Oct, 21 Oct, 22 Oct, 23 Oct, 24 Oct, 25 Oct, 26 Oct, 27 Oct, 28 Oct, 29 Oct, 30 Oct, 31 Oct, 1 Nov, 2 Nov, 3 Nov ...
Book now for a 10% discount for holidays in October and November book before the 30th August.
Horse riding vacation in Portugal
Northern Portugal National Park horse riding vacation
From 1,330 to 1,450 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Book now for a 10% discount for holidays in October and November book before the 30th August.
India wildlife and Tiger safari
Indian wildlife safari, tigers and more
From £2,050 to £2,550 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
2018: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May
2018: 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 2 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May
Double whammy. 12.5% off a ten day India safari and no price rise for safaris taken Feb - April 2018. Just £2,050pp sharing. Book early to secure this deal.
Family biking vacation in Portugal, 5 days
Enjoy nature along roads the National Park, Guided tour
From 220 to 290 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Book now for a 10% discount for holidays in October and November book before the 30th August.
Family biking vacation in Portugal, 6 days
Guided Tour 6 Day΄s in a National Park Portugal & Spain
From 180 to 220 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Book now for a 10% discount for holidays in October and November book before the 30th August.
Portugal tree house accommdation, Northern Portugal
Treehouse in National Park Peneda Geres, Northern Portugal
From 110 to 160 per accommodation per night
Accommodation
Book now for a 10% discount for holidays in October and November book before the 30th August.
Road biking vacation in Spain, Costa Blanca
Cyling's best kept secret, alpine style roads & sunshine
From £600 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 18 Nov
2018: 6 May
2018: 6 May
£60 discount on our Spanish Cycling week in November. Sunshine and amazing scenery
Botswana & Namibia adventure vacation, 13 days
Experience the very best of Botswana & Namibia
From US $1,349 to US $1,482 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 12 Aug, 23 Sep, 4 Nov, 16 Dec
2018: 27 Jan, 10 Mar, 21 Apr, 2 Jun, 14 Jul, 25 Aug, 6 Oct, 17 Nov, 29 Dec
2018: 27 Jan, 10 Mar, 21 Apr, 2 Jun, 14 Jul, 25 Aug, 6 Oct, 17 Nov, 29 Dec
5% off all departures for this trip
Kenya, Tanzania & South Africa tour
Highlights of east Africa and Southern Africas favourites
From US $2,838 23 days ex flights
Small group travel
15% off on all departure dates for this trip
South East Asia grand tour, 71 days
Epic overland journey from Bangkok to Yangon
From US $6,630 to US $7,641 71 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 12 Aug, 9 Sep, 7 Oct, 4 Nov, 2 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 27 Jan, 24 Feb, 19 May, 11 Aug, 8 Sep, 6 Oct, 3 Nov
2018: 27 Jan, 24 Feb, 19 May, 11 Aug, 8 Sep, 6 Oct, 3 Nov
15% off on all departure dates for this trip
Indochina overland adventure vacation
Travel through amazing scenery on this overland adventure
From US $5,083 to US $5,865 57 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 29 Jul, 26 Aug, 23 Sep, 21 Oct, 18 Nov, 16 Dec
2018: 13 Jan, 10 Feb, 10 Mar, 7 Apr, 5 May, 2 Jun, 30 Jun, 28 Jul, 25 Aug, 22 Sep, 20 Oct, 17 Nov
2018: 13 Jan, 10 Feb, 10 Mar, 7 Apr, 5 May, 2 Jun, 30 Jun, 28 Jul, 25 Aug, 22 Sep, 20 Oct, 17 Nov
15% off on all departure dates for this trip
Myanmar cultural tour
Travel by train, bike & boat through Kipling's Myanmar
From US $1,995 to US $2,299 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 12 Aug, 9 Sep, 7 Oct, 4 Nov, 2 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 27 Jan, 24 Feb, 24 Mar, 21 Apr, 16 Jun, 11 Aug, 6 Oct, 3 Nov, 1 Dec, 29 Dec
2018: 27 Jan, 24 Feb, 24 Mar, 21 Apr, 16 Jun, 11 Aug, 6 Oct, 3 Nov, 1 Dec, 29 Dec
5% off all departures for this trip
Kolkata community volunteering, India
Visit Mother Teresa's 'City of Joy' & volunteer in Kolkata
From £499 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
get 10% off when you book to volunteer in the city of Joy Kolkata. This magnificent city was famous for Mother Teresa and where you can really give back and see a different side to India. If you want an off the beaten path experience choose this!
Best of Africa vacation, Nairobi to Cape Town
Experience the ultimate overland Africa adventure
From US $6,026 to US $6,630 53 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 19 Aug, 30 Sep, 11 Nov, 23 Dec
2018: 3 Feb, 17 Mar, 28 Apr, 9 Jun, 21 Jul, 1 Sep, 13 Oct, 24 Nov
2018: 3 Feb, 17 Mar, 28 Apr, 9 Jun, 21 Jul, 1 Sep, 13 Oct, 24 Nov
15% off on all departure dates for this trip
Kenya & Tanzania wildlife tour, Masai to Serengeti
Experience the ultimate wildlife adventure in 10 days
From US $1,710 to US $1,881 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 7 Aug, 28 Aug, 18 Sep, 9 Oct, 30 Oct, 20 Nov, 11 Dec
2018: 1 Jan, 12 Feb, 26 Mar, 7 May, 18 Jun, 30 Jul, 10 Sep, 22 Oct, 3 Dec
2018: 1 Jan, 12 Feb, 26 Mar, 7 May, 18 Jun, 30 Jul, 10 Sep, 22 Oct, 3 Dec
5% off all departures for this trip
Rwanda & Kenya wildlife vacation, on a shoestring
Journey from Kigali to Nairobi in 11 days
From US $1,909 to US $2,099 11 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 30 Jul, 20 Aug, 10 Sep, 1 Oct, 12 Nov, 24 Dec
2018: 4 Feb, 18 Mar, 29 Apr, 10 Jun, 22 Jul, 2 Sep, 14 Oct, 25 Nov
2018: 4 Feb, 18 Mar, 29 Apr, 10 Jun, 22 Jul, 2 Sep, 14 Oct, 25 Nov
5% off all departures for this trip
South East Asia vacation, 57 days
Experience South East Asia's ultimate highlights starting in Bangkok
From US $5,151 to US $5,933 57 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 29 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 2 Dec, 16 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 13 Jan, 27 Jan, 10 Feb, 24 Feb, 10 Mar, 24 Mar, 7 Apr, 21 Apr, 19 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 14 Jul, 28 Jul, 11 Aug, 8 Sep, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec, 29 Dec
2018: 13 Jan, 27 Jan, 10 Feb, 24 Feb, 10 Mar, 24 Mar, 7 Apr, 21 Apr, 19 May, 2 Jun, 16 Jun, 14 Jul, 28 Jul, 11 Aug, 8 Sep, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec, 29 Dec
15% off on all departure dates for this trip
Patagonia tour, 24 day itinerary
Complete Patagonia tour from Santiago to Buenos Aires
From US $2,932 to US $3,221 24 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 21 Oct, 9 Dec
2018: 27 Jan, 17 Mar, 20 Oct, 8 Dec
2018: 27 Jan, 17 Mar, 20 Oct, 8 Dec
15% off on all departure dates for this trip
Istanbul to Athens, 12 day itinerary
See where myths were born and civilizations created
From US $1,843 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 20 Aug, 17 Sep, 15 Oct
5% off all departures for this trip
From
800
excluding flights
Don't hesitate! I had never done any yoga before but if you are a beginner, don't be put off as everyone is so welcoming and encouraging. (more)Rosy Scott
It was a very magical place where you could relax and have complete rest with a wonderful team of people looking after you. I would highly recommend and would make a return visit again. (more)Kwok Chan
Excellent! This is a vacation for people who want or need to offer time to themselves, stepping out of their daily life for a week and literally cleansing their body on every level, whether physically, mentally or spiritually. (more)georgina porro
From
800
excluding flights
For me it was the real sense of retreating in a beautiful and remote valley. Waking up to the sound of birdsong , great classes, superb colourful food. and a lovely genuine team that helped create a gentle, kind and caring atmosphere. (more)Alison Fraser
All of it was memorable, the environment, food, classes, people etc. 10/10 - Superb! (more)Marta Redd
Although clichι, I would say this was one of the best vacations I've been on, hand on heart. Why? All the categories that I can think of which make for an enriching and joyous experience were there: excellent quality of the treatment, yoga lessons; the beautiful location, the friendly and committed ethos of the staff and owners; wonderful and eye-opening food; outstanding company of fellow travelers; the vision of the project and its execution (more)Ben Moss
From
£775
excluding flights
Torrox is a lovely village which really gives you the sense of being in 'real' Spain. Being taken to various locations, offered photography tuition and advice in a relaxed atmosphere is a fantastic way to spend a week - a great balance of focussing on a hobby while also being looked after on vacation. (more)Chris Pitt
I would definitely recommend it ! (more)M.C
Seeing real Spain and the wonderful hill top villages with great people was the highlight. (more)Gary Franklin
From
800
excluding flights
Fantastic would recommend to everyone...The most memorable part of the vacation was the family that run the retreat. They are so warm, loving and welcoming that it felt like spending a week with family. (more)Rebecca Hones
super great, a big bravo to the Moses team, teachers, benevoles and family, they are the one making it magic ! (more)Sophie Durlot
From
800
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I had such an amazing time at Yoga at Moses, I don't think I could pinpoint my favourite moment, but the things that stood out the most were: the beautiful morning walks and yoga sessions overlooking the valley, the copious amounts of delicious, nutritious food, with loads of variety at every meal, the completely horizontal feeling of relaxation at Moses and the welcoming and accepting attitudes of the Winter family.
Tips?
Just come as you are and be open to being... (more)Holly Parker
From
800
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Going down to the river and behaving like a hippopotamus.....by this I mean wallowing in the mud. It was not only fun but made the skin feel good too.
Tips?
Don't worry about what stage you are at in your yoga practice. The teachers are highly skilled and can guide you regardless of your level. I was a beginner and therefore enjoyed the afternoon sessions that focused more on pair yoga.
Also buy some of their honey if you can......it is simply divine.
Local benefits?
Yes,... (more)Janice Thomas
From
£925
excluding flights
The painting experience and teaching was the most memorable part of the vacation. (more)Luisa Brenta
I found it very enjoyable and relaxing; the organisers were efficient and friendly and created a welcoming environment. The mix of people on the course contributed to an interesting week as there were some serious painters and others who just wanted to dabble (more)Patricia Diango
Meeting a wonderful group of people and being tutored by a fantastic artist was the most memorable part of the vacation.... Also loved staying in local houses and becoming part of a traditional village for a week.
(more)Lorraine Rutter
From
US $921
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing magnificent rainforest from high bridges on flanks of a volcano, seeing a turtle laying her eggs, giving bottle of milk to young spider, howler and capuchin monkeys at a rescue centre.
Tips?
Don't miss out on tours which give you full experience of the natural history of Costa Rica.
Local benefits?
I think the money I paid for my tours helped support the conservation and wildlife work and that my tour helped the businesses of the hotel and restaurant... (more)Celia Home
From
US $1,501
excluding flights
The most exciting part of the Costa Rica encompassed trip was zip lining above the trees in Monteverde Cloud Forest and abseiling down the waterfalls on a canyoneering trip outside La Fortuna. (more)Louise Muller
Definitely white water rafting on the way from Cahuita to San Jose was the highlight. A great day out, the river was perfect. Lots of adrenaline and lovely refreshing water. An amazing lunch was laid on for us as well by the side of the river. (more)Elaine Bettaney
The most memorable part was going into the beautiful clear, turquoise and remarkably warm water of the Pacific ocean, for a swim just as the sun was setting - an amazing way to start the vacation. (more)Susie Everest
From
US $1,853
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Roatan, one of the bay Islands of Honduras, was beautiful and the diving was fantastic, and I'll probably never forget the chicken buses!
Tips?
If you're used to traveling independently then be prepared to find the lack of freedom quite restricting, however it is great not to have to worry about transport and accommodation!
Local benefits?
I feel that it benefitted local people as wherever possible we patronised local businesses and shops, and as far as is... (more)Victoria Baynes
From
£2,395
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Actually being able to watch snow leopards in the wild - the main aim of the trip. We spent nearly 50 hours watching interaction between several different cats including hunting and mating.
Tips?
Make sure you have good telescope, binoculars and camera lenses. Even if you don't see snow leopards, they are needed for the birdlife. Suggest getting a solar powered charger for electrical equipment - they don't weigh much and work really well. Have a care if you suffer... (more)Liz Cooke
From
£2,250
excluding flights
Two highlights were the sight of a leopard chased up a tree with 4 wild dogs circling underneath it and sitting by a muddy pool for ages watching 'teenage' and baby elephants playing and rolling in the mud! Oh, and the pride of 5 lions and the male elephant walking by right next to the jeep. (more)Penny Bulba
This vacation has been a pleasure from morning til night. We enjoyed every minute, from the people we met, organisers, staff and guests alike, and the experiences we shared, the food, and the accommodation. (more)Pete Bullen
Brilliant from start to finish. (more)Ian Lane
From
US $1,596
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Everyday brought new adventures and experiences - Very early morning starts meant we got to see lots of both sunrises and sunsets, sunset cruise in
Zimbabwe brought us up close to wallowing Hippo's and a walking safari got as close to a crash of 7-8 Rhino and then walking in the vicinity of these
beautiful animals. In Kruger a pack of very young Hyena were out of the den playing in daylight close to the road. Spray off Victoria Falls from both
Zimbabwe and Zambia side... (more)Vince Williams
From
2,495
per week (sleeps 4-6)
Birds, bats, bees, lizards, pine martens, countless types of flowers and olive, eucalyptus and cypress trees blend in with the traditional style houses. We loved the walks around the forest... I could have spent the entire 10 days happily without leaving the estate at all.
(more)Chris Kearney
A wonderful vacation which far exceeded our expectations. (more)Susan Purnell
The location of the accommodation, our home for the next few weeks was simply stunning. The gardens lovingly tended to by the owners Marilyn and Spero, provide a perfect relaxing haven to unwind. The entrance to our cottage was awash with wisteria and the fragrance of white jasmine filled the air. Spotting a Pine Martin one evening was really exciting for all of us! The place is awash with all kinds of wildlife, green lizards, giant centipedes, and birdlife galore. A very exciting playground for... (more)Alison Brookes Day
From
1,810
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Vsit to a fish market with a chef, then cooking the fish in his restaurant.
Tips?
get fit and read some local history.
Local benefits?
Made a financial contribution to several small family busineses
Overall rating?
One of the best I have taken. (more)Ian Leeper
From
US $2,156
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Early morning river boat experience viewing 100+ pygmy elephants (with their calves) swim across the river roughly 50 m in front of us. Closely followed by close-up view (from the boat) of salt -water crocodiles -they are very fast!
Tips?
Do not over-pack on the luggage. It's hot & humid (but bearable) and opportunities to wash clothes during the trip. Make sure you have a good torch (& spare batteries) with you. Must be reasonably fit (and plenty stamina)to get the... (more)Alastair Neilson
From
US $3,153
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Gorilla Tracking was just outstanding. Many other highlights of the tour (camping in the Serengeti, visit of local villages, rafting the Nile) were also great.
Tips?
Prepare for long truck, bus and jeep rides, bring maybe a sleeping pillow or similar. Mattress is not necessary and a sleeping bag just for two nights, so don't
bother to waste too much space for this. Hiking boots for the gorillas are a must. Don't miss out on the Pygmy village!
Local benefits?
Definitely... (more)Alessandra Hool
From
£599
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Being in a group of mostly 20-somethings was a wee window into their world!
Handling the monkeys was pretty extraordinary!
Tips?
Just be prepared to get dirty and for quite physical work.
Local benefits?
Yes we were directly looking after animals.
Overall rating?
It was a very interesting experience and we both learned a lot. But I think my 'roughing it' days are over; I was really glad to get to a nice, clean hotel at the end! (more)Mela Greenslade
From
US $2,932
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The scenery, unbelievable and photos don't do it justice.
Tips?
Pace yourself, there's a lot of trekking and it's a lot steeper than you prepare for. Brilliant, do what you can and enjoy the scenery.
Be prepared for the Patagonian wind. There's also a lot of traveling, but the scenery changes so much you won't be bored.
Local benefits?
Yes. There's always more you can do, but there's a good balance here.
Overall rating?
Excellent value for money. (more)Fran Adenis
From
US $1,738
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The lush, beautiful scenery in the South of Colombia.
Tips?
Be aware that so many of the activities our tour operator mentioned are NOT available, i.e. horse-riding, bicycle tour, tubing, white water rafting - latter not allowed for over 60's. This caused major disappointment for many of the group.
Local benefits?
Not particularly.
Overall rating?
Tiring (lots of long road journeys, plus several flights due to the size of the country) but a fabulous... (more)Stevie Bishop
From
£1,197
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing a large wild male Orangutan eating figs in a tree by the Kinabatangan River - we were so close to him and he looked so relaxed! What a beautiful special creature.
Tips?
Get fit before going! The machete for me was hard to master and the heat and humidity make physical work more demanding. Thinking about future generations of orangutans swinging and feeding from the trees that we would be planting was my inspiration to carry on when I felt that I was beyond... (more)Sue Jarrett
From
990
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The stunning location and wonderful hospitality.
Tips?
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
An excellent and very enjoyable vacation. We were very well looked after by Xania, Craig, Barbara and Hubert. (more)Peter Young
From
80
per accommodation per night (sleeps 2)
Memorable parts?
The construction of the houses is unique. Silence in the night is complete. The space utilization inside is admirable.
Tips?
Confirm very clearly how many beds are there in the house. While I had communicated clearly that we are a family of four with kids 8 and 10, there were only three beds in the house. The owner had communicated that there is one double bed and one sofa bed. The sofa bed turned out to be a single folding bed. We joined the other two beds allowing... (more)Sunoor Verma
