The Americas
South, Central and North America
From Alaska to the tip of Argentina, North, Central and South America offer a multitude of adventures for the intrepid traveller. From the spine of the Rockies and Andes Mountains, luna landscapes and glaciers, empty surf breaks on the Pacific Coasts to the Amazon rainforest and the highest waterfalls on earth. Some of the best wine and food in the world, mysterious ancient cultures and some of the prodigious wildlife anywhere on earth, the Americas are sure to be on your bucket list.
In North America see the wildlife of Alaska in the United States and the vastness of the Canadian wilderness. In Central America, from Mexico to Panama, you will discover Mayan and Aztec ruins, exotic wildlife, great street food, and more. South America’s diversity from the Andes to the Amazon will leave you breathless, sometimes quite literally with the altitude. Snowcapped mountains, active volcanoes, dry lunar landscapes, highest lakes, advancing glaciers and magical trekking is just the start. From the mystery of the Inca’s to modern cosmopolitan cities, great vineyards and food, tango rhythms and attitudes, South America makes all the sense tingle
Tours in South, Central and North America
Cuba 8 Day Original
This is a great introduction to the wonderful island of Cuba. On this tour we will get the three of the most popular destinations in Cuba: Havana, Vinales and Trinidad. We travel in private vehicles and stay in peoples homes. Cuban people are justifiably known for their warm welcomes and friendly hospitality and by staying in their homes we get to experience this first hand. Get beyond the beach resorts to get a deeper insight into Cuba, its wonderful people and its distinctive culture.
Bolivia: High and Wild
With a wealth of history, culture and mind-blowing landscapes Bolivia entices the adventurous traveller looking for a different slice of South America. Mind blowing landscapes from the wide open spaces of the Altiplano, the salt sea of the Uyuni salt flats, the deep blue waters of Lake Titicaca, Amazon jungles and the chaotic capital city of La Paz flanked by four snow capped mountains. The charming colonial town of Sucre and the silver mining city of Potosi offer an unparalleled view to a colonial past and the thriving market at Tarabuco and infamous witches market in La Paz give visitors a glimpse of the still thriving indigenous culture and an insight into modern day Bolivia. A fascinating country, Bolivia is one of South America’s best kept secrets.
Peru: Lost Treasures Of The Cloud Warriors
In the north of Peru are some of the most fascinating and little-known pre-Columbian sites of the whole of the Americas. This is the land of not only the Inca but also the Moche, the Chimu and the cloud warriors of Chachapoyas. Exploring far beyond the "gringo trail" we have many opportunities to meet the local descendants of these people and witness a different side of Peru. From the coastal deserts to the Northern Highlands in the Andes we get deep into the heart of Peru's multi-faceted ancient legacies and traditions.
Lost World of Three Guyanas
Few places offer such raw and authentic adventure as the three Guyanas. This is one of the world's best kept ecotourism destination secrets. A strange mix of European law and rainforest humidity encapsulates this pocket of South America, the home to three equally spectacular countries: Suriname, Guyana and French Guinea. Although challenging, any adventure traveller will relish in the delight of experiencing a region so untouched. The three Guyana's are well worth the mud, sweat and minor discomforts of uncovering lesser explored gems.
Secrets of Central America
A chance to discover two of Latin America’s most underrated gems, this spectacular adventure takes us deep into the heart of El Salvador and Honduras, lands blessed with a rich natural beauty and a cultural inheritance that can boast some of the most captivating colonial cities and the most complete Mayan ruins anywhere on the continent. Volcanic landscapes and pristine wilderness, artisan markets and photogenic colonial towns, this often overlooked part of Central America is an exciting destination for the adventure traveller.
Mexico City to Antigua Overland
Central America is an adventure travellers paradise! This incredible trip will take you some of the continent's best highlights, as well as taking in plenty of hidden gems and unique experiences! From the buzzling cultural hub of Mexico City to the charming colonial town of Antugua in Guatemala we will explore Mayan and Aztec ruins and the tropical paradise of Belize with its amazing jungles and sparkling blue water. Join us on this unforgettable overlanding experience!
Cartagena to Quito Overland
Columbia is one of South America's most beautiful countries. From the Caribbean Coast to the equator this tour gives you the chance to explore this often misunderstood country of charming colonial towns, rugged and beautiful beaches, coffee plantations ands rolling mountains. Every adventure activity you can imagine is on offer, hiking, abseiling, caving, white water rafting and more. Cross the border to Ecuador for shopping at the Otavalo markets and put your feet in both hemispheres at the equator on our way the the buzzing capital of Quito. A wonderful adventure through the fascinating county of Columbia.
Quito to Lima Overland
Ecuador and Peru are the most fascinating and accessible countries in South America. Rich in culture and landscape they are like South America in a nutshell, with terrain that ranges from steaming jungle to coastal desert to the dizzying pinnacles of the high Andes. Bathe under waterfalls, canoe down an Amazon Basin river, walk colonial cobblestoned streets, hike glaciers and discover the ancient cultures of the Moche and Chimu. This tour is a truly unforgettable trip!
Alaska Denali Expedition
Alaska, often called "The Last Frontier" has been the crown jewel for adventure travelers in North America. The Denali Expedition is focused on the highlights of Inside-Alaska with optional activities of sea kayaking, ice climbing, glacier walks, rafting and scenic flights. The trip will go to some of the more remote places in Alaska, such as the MacLaren River and Glacier along with Wrangell / St. Elias National Park traveling on dirt roads. View glaciers and icebergs from near or from afar, trail blaze through the wilds and maybe even come face-to-face with a grizzly! This is the adventure your adrenaline has been waiting for you to do.
Alaskan Adventure
Alaska, often called "The Last Frontier" has been the crown jewel for adventure travelers in North America. There are many misconceptions of unbearable and impassable weather conditions. This couldn't be further from the truth. During the summers in Alaska, you've got 18-20 hours of sunlight and average daytime temperatures between 58-77 F (14-25 C). Combining the Kenai and Denali Adventures, the Alaska Salmon Run Adventure is focused on the highlights of Alaska with optional activities of halibut/salmon fishing, sea kayaking, ice climbing, glacier walks, rafting and scenic flights. View glaciers and icebergs from near or from afar, trail blaze through the wilds and maybe even come face-to-face with a grizzly! This is the adventure your adrenaline has been waiting for you to do.
Haiti Carnival
Now is the time to discover Haiti, the most facinating destination in the Caribbean. Get active with an overnight hike high in the mountains and then relax on some of the Caribbean's best undiscovered beaches. Carnival in Haiti is an amazing experience and the parade in Jacmel is arguably the most spectacular. Dizzying in scope and variety there are rara bands and dancers but the stars of the parade are the performers in the dazzling paper-mache creations that Jacmel is famous for. The parade costumes are often reflected in Haiti's unique and provocative artwork found in both Port au Prince and Jacmel. Nothing is off limits with plenty of social messages, political commentary and humour in the costumes. We have balconies for everyone to look over the parade and you can also get down into the mix to get the full experience. The celebrations continue into the evening with music and
Viva Colombia
Colombia is packed with historical, UNESCO and natural wonders. Moving on from its once nefarious past Columbia boasts an amazing array of landscapes from lush plantations to towering mountains, idyllic beaches and steamy rainforests. Charming cobbled street towns, colonial history and modern urban cities. Columbia is welcoming travellers and this tour offers the opportunity to discover the charms of the Columbian people and the diversity of their amazing country up close.
Haiti with The Citadelle
Now is the time to discover Haiti, the most fascinating destination in the Caribbean. Explore Port au Prince and meet some of the artists and sculptors who make art from what they find on the street. Get active with an overnight hike high in the mountains and then relax on some of the Caribbean's best undiscovered beaches. Stroll the art galleries and discover the murals of Jacmel and then plunge into crystal clear pools below the Bassin Bleu waterfalls. We'll head north to dive deeper into Haitian history in Cap Haitian and learn more about Haiti's struggle for freedom. The highlight of the north is undoubtedly the Citadelle La Ferriere, an imposing UNESCO protected fortress built high in the hills that just about defies logic. With unique fascinating culture and history, art, hiking and beaches plus the incredible Citadelle this is one of the best tours of Haiti available.
La Paz to Santiago Overland
From the high Bolivian Altiplano to the heart of Argentina's grasslands, this trip will takes you through some of South America's most beautiful landscapes. La Paz, surrounded by snow capped mountains, the colonial mining town of Potosi and the mesmerizing salt plains of Salar de Uyuni, one of South America's most incredible natural wonders. Cross the surreal wilderness of the high Altiplano before descending into Chile's moon like Atacama Desert. From the sublime to the wine of northwest Argentina and the chance to play gaucho (cowboy) staying at an estancia. This exciting tour of Bolivia, Chile and Argentina explores landscapes and cultures like no other.
Wild Peru
Hidden in the Andes, is one of Peru's best kept secrets, the rainbow coloured Vinicunca Mountains. Trekking deep into this wild and rarely visited regions of Peru, the breathtaking geological features of the 'Rainbow Mountains' looks like it has been painted with a brush. Red, orange, ochre, turquoise and blue create an unforgettable sight. Combined with learning traditional customs in the Sacred Valley, amazing wildlife, hot springs and snow capped mountains this is a wonderful journey into the hidden secrets and beauty of wild Peru.
Santiago to Ushuaia Overland
This is an epic overland adventure through one of our favourite areas of the world - Patagonia. It's perfect for those who love the outdoors, with plenty of camping in national parks of outstanding natural beauty, and the chance to trek, climb, bike, and horse ride through some truly breathtaking scenery. From the elegant Chilean capital of Santiago to the remote Argentinian town of Ushuaia via the spectacular lake district, the wild and desolate north Patagonia to the glaciers, peaks and breathtaking hiking of southern Patagonia, this overland adventure gets you deep into the heart of the wonderful world that is Patagonia.