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Gorilla permits in Rwanda increasing June 1, 2012

It has been officially confirmed that the following amendments will be made to the Rwanda permit price and procedure. Book your Rwanda gorilla tour by May 31, 2012 to save $250! All permits for trekking dates after the 1st June … Continue reading

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Kenya Volunteer Projects

Conservation and Ecology Project Volunteering is a great way to give back to the local country when traveling. Volunteer Options: Community Reforestation Project Organic Community Farming Teaching at local schools Location: Naro Muro Village on the slopes of Mt. Kenya … Continue reading

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Ski The Haute Route – Europe’s Classic Backcountry Tour!

The Haute Route Ski Tour from Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland is perhaps Europe’s best ski tour. Adventures Within Reach has partnered with some of the best guides in Chamonix to offer this great tour at a great price. This … Continue reading

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Hot Air Balloon Safari in Tarangire

For people doing shorter safaris that do not include the Serengeti, you can still enjoy a hot air balloon safari in Tarangire National Park! Prices start at just $450/person Balloon flights typically take off at 6.30am. Passengers arrive in time … Continue reading

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Kenya Naro Moru Volunteer Project and Safari

The 14-Day Kenya Naro Moru Volunteer Project and Safari is a great way to discover the wonderful wildlife in East Africa and to contribute to a local community. If you book by the end of December for your volunteer project … Continue reading

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Great Travel Gifts

Oh, what to give the person who has everything this holiday season?  How about a travel gift — or the gift of travel?! See also: Luxury Travel Items That Are So Worth It Adventure Gift Certificates Adventures Within Reach has … Continue reading

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Charity Auction With Go Campaign: Galapagos Cruise Donated to Raise Money

Go Campaign is a remarkable charity that is dedicated to helping children throughout the world build a better future. By raising money and supporting over 60 programs in 19 countries, Go Campaign ensures that many worthwhile, locally-led programs are able to … Continue reading

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Make A Difference Now Charity Kilimanjaro Climb July 2012

The annual Make A Difference Now Kilimanjaro Trek charity climb is July 5-19, 2012.  All contributions go towards helping local children attend a great school in Himo, Tanzania for a year.  That includes everything from a uniform, classes taught in … Continue reading

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Moroccan Adventure: Sahara, Sea and Summit

In April 2010 I traveled to Morocco to investigate options for trekking in the High Atlas mountains. I discovered a beautiful range of snow capped summits and great local guides. In my discussions with Mohamed and Mustapha, our local partners … Continue reading

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Zanzibar Music Festival — Worth climbing Kilimanjaro for!

What better way to end your Kilimanjaro trek or Tanzania safari than with “the friendliest festival in the world?” The Zanzibar Music Festival (Sauti za Busara) is February 8-12, 2012 with live music, dancing, and parades right on the magnificent … Continue reading

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