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Mainland Yemen and Socotra Island 2550 , 11 Days

Mainland Yemen and Socotra Island

Yemen – you’ve probably heard of this country, but do you know more about it and its...
Mongolia and the Golden Gobi Desert 1450 , 8 Days

Mongolia and the Golden Gobi Desert

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Mongolia, where the vastness of the Gobi Desert meets...
Ancestral Crossroads: The Imperial History of Burkina & Niger 2670 , 13 Days

Ancestral Crossroads: The Imperial History of Burkina & Niger

This tour explores the cultural landscapes of Burkina Faso and Niger, following historic routes...
Glimpse of Niger cultural experience 1580 , 7 Days

Glimpse of Niger cultural experience

This journey takes you through Niger, a country rarely explored by travelers yet rich in history,...
Pakistan and Afghanistan – A Journey Through Dust and Dreams 2800 , 21 Days

Pakistan and Afghanistan – A Journey Through Dust and Dreams

This unique 21-day adventure takes you through the historic cities, natural wonders, and vibrant...
Zulu Trail - Lesotho, South Africa, Eswatini,  Mozambique 2780 , 17 Days

Zulu Trail - Lesotho, South Africa, Eswatini, Mozambique

The Zulu people traditionally inhabited the region that is now KwaZulu-Natal province. This...
Ordesa National Park Walking Holiday: Discover the Beauty of the Pyrenees! 710 , 7 Days

Ordesa National Park Walking Holiday: Discover the Beauty of the Pyrenees!

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Ordesa National Park, home to the stunning Great...
Rhythms of the Highlands - Mount Hagen Show 3990 , 11 Days

Rhythms of the Highlands - Mount Hagen Show

Embark on one of Papua New Guinea’s most spectacular cultural journeys, culminating in the...
Senegal - Desert Dunes, Wildlife & Historic Wonders 730 , 5 Days

Senegal - Desert Dunes, Wildlife & Historic Wonders

Discover the best of Senegal, from the historic island of Guet Ndar to the stunning Lompoul Desert...
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04.07.2025 14:46

A Journey to the Wakhan Corridor in Afghanistan: Challenging, But Worth It

In a world where even the most remote destinations seem to have been mapped, photographed, and posted, it's rare to find a place that still feels truly undiscovered. But tucked away in the far northeast corner of Afghanistan, the Wakhan Corridor remains one of the last frontiers of authentic exploration. Flanked by the towering Hindu Kush and the Pamir Mountains, the Wakhan Corridor is not a...


14.02.2025 11:50

Everything you need to know about travelling to Cameroon and Central African Republic: Essential travel information (Q&A with our tour leader)

We just got back from an unforgettable journey through Cameroon and the Central African Republic, and we’re still buzzing from the experience. It was an adventure in the truest sense - bouncing along remote dirt roads in sturdy 4x4s, deep in the Central African rainforest, where every turn reveals something incredible—lush green landscapes, curious children running out to greet us,...


12.02.2025 07:47

Into the Heart of Africa: A Journey Through the Central African Republic

Some places pull you in with their beauty, others with their mystery. The Central African Republic (CAR) does both. It’s not a country you stumble into—it’s a place you choose, a place that challenges and rewards in equal measure. Our journey took us through its bustling capital, deep into the jungle, across colonial relics, and to breathtaking waterfalls, but more than...


24.01.2025 06:56

Îles du Salut, French Guiana: Paradise with a Past (What You Need to Know About Visitng the Islands)

Just off the coast of French Guiana, the Îles du Salut (Salvation Islands) shimmer like emerald jewels in the Atlantic, enticing travelers with their beauty and enigmatic past. The name might suggest refuge, but for most who came here, salvation was the furthest thing from reality. The islands were so named because they offered a safe haven from the deadly diseases that ravaged French Guiana's...