True African Adventure
From Cape Town to Timbuktu
The Ultimate African Experience
- SOUTH AFRICA: Cape Town / Luxury train to Pretoria
- BOTSWANA: Green Kalahari / Okavango Delta
- ZAMBIA: Victoria Falls
- KENYA: Great Migration / Samburu National Park
- MALI: Timbuktu
In the 1870's it took years to make the journey across the great continent of Africa and few survived to tell the tale. From Cape Town to Timbuktu is over 4000 miles. Today, with the advent of train, plane, and automobile, the journey can be made in three weeks at a leisurely pace. The standards have been upgraded since Stanley's day from bare survival to 5 star luxury. Today there is little risk to life or limb in making the journey. One's 'chances of survival' are virtually guaranteed!
Truly Untouched Wilderness in Gabon
Gabon
Meet the researchers who explain the local gorilla rehabilitation program and describe the history of the area. They take you on a short bush walk and lead you to the gorilla family. Explore the island's rain forest, savannas and lagoon...
On the Trail of the Nomads
Exploring the Sub-Sahel Region of West Africa - 16 days
Niger
The Tiguidit Cliffs bear rock paintings from prehistoric cultures that vanished from existence several thousand years ago. Circular, pre-Islamic tombs and petrified tree trunks powerfully evoke an ancient past.
Wild Africa in Botswana and Zambia
A Traditional Safari: Walking, Canoeing & Game Drives
Botswana / Zambia
Chobe National Park remains one of Africa's prime game-viewing areas. Here one finds all of the "Big Five", except for rhino..
Zimbabwe Is Back
Zimbabwe
Much more than the man in power and the widespread plight, Zimbabwe offers some of the most awe-inspiring national parks chockfull of wildlife and adventure. As the country stands on a precipice of rebirth, an exploration of what the country has to offer has never seemed so timely.
Discovery of a Complex Land in Sudan
Sudan
Sudan, the largest country in Africa, remains veiled in mystery. Like Egypt, Sudan is bisected by the Nile and was once the center of a great ancient Nilotic kingdom. There are more standing pyramids in Sudan than in all of Egypt.
Madagascar's Highlands and South
Madagascar
During your visit discover Madagascar's rich history from the original settlement of the Indonesian, Malaysian and African peoples, to tribal development, European discovery, creation of separate kingdoms, unification and ultimately independence.
Remote Tanzania
Tanzania
Vast herds of buffalo graze amidst flocks of water birds and high concentrations of lion, leopard, zebra, masai giraffe, and black legged topi are found in the grasslands. In the rivers, hippopotamus battle for space with crocodile.
Africa's Last Wilderness
Tanzania / Mozambique
The African continent is under siege. Over population and massive extractive industries from uncontrolled mining to deforestation threaten the continent. A few extraordinary individuals have dedicated themselves to conserving its most critical ecosystems. Visit the most extraordinary reserves representing the cutting edge of conservation in the African continent. Witness the beauty and majesty of Africa at its most powerful.
Libya's Ancient History & Architecture
Libya
Discover the treasures of this ancient world. Explore vast sand dunes that trick the eye with a kaleidoscope of colors and visit ancient ruins few travelers have ever seen.
Mozambique On the Brink
Mozambique
Walking and river-based mobile safaris are now being offered through the heart of the undiscovered Niassa Reserve in northern Mozambique. These safaris provide the ultimate wilderness experience within a vast privately managed concession along the magnificent Lugenda River.
