May
Best time to visit:-
- Arctic - May to September
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Argentina - March to May (Autumn)
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Botswana - April to August
- China - March to May
- Cook Islands - April to November (the dry season)
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Croatia - April to september for the best weather
- Egypt - October - May to avoid the heat.
- England - May to September
- France - April to May (Spring)
- Fiji - May to October when humidity and rainfall are low
- Greece - April to mid-June for good weather and less people
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Guatemala - November to May (the dry
season)
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Honduras - May to June for the festivals
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Indonesia - May to September (the dry
season)
- Iran - March to May
- Ireland - May to September for warmer weather and longer days
- Italy - April to June as it's not too hot or crowded
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Jordan - April to May or September to
October
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Madagascar - April to October (winter)
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Malaysia - May to September (the dry
season)
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Mexico - October to May to avoid the heat
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Mongolia - May to October to avoid the colder weather
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Namibia-
May to October (the dry season)
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Pakistan - May to October in the north
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Philippines - September to mid May to avoid
the typhoon season
- Russia - May to October
- Scandinavia - May to September
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Scotland - May to September
- Singapore - February to October (the dry season)
- Spain - May, June and September
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Syria - March to May (Spring)
- Thailand - is great all year round, however the rainy season is between June and August
- Tibet - May, June, September and October
- Tonga - May to October
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Turkey - Late April to May (Spring)
- Vietnam - May to October on the central coast
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Zambia - May to August for cool and dry
weather
- Zimbabwe - May to October (the dry season)
Alaska - Small Ship - Discoverers' Glacier Country (8 days)
In Southeast Alaska, The American Safari yachts meander through the largest
national forest in the United States - home to grizzly b...  | Alaska - Small Ship - 'The Famed Inside Passage' (15 days)
The American Safari yachts cruise the full length of
the West Coast of North America's Ins... |
Albania - Land of the Eagle (11 days)
Archaeological Ruins - Orthodox Icons - 4 UNESCO World Heritage
Sites - Macedonia
Known as the 'Cradle... | Arctic - Narwhal and Polar Bear Floe Edge Adventure
Imagine yourself under the vast and silent skies of the high Arctic with
the warm glow of the evening 24 hour sun bathing passing ic... |
Argentina & Brazil - Buenos Aires to Rio (14 days)
Buenos Aires, the 'Paris of South America', is a beautiful city of wide
avenues, grand buildings and a rich cultural scene which off... | Australia - Kimberley Cruise - Mitchell Plateau (9 days)
The Kimberley is one of the world's last great wilderness
areas. The coastline is spectacular with deep gorges, cor... |
Australia - NSW/QLD - East Coast Explorer (22 days)
From the city to the sea, with the outback in between, this adventure tour
combines the best of Australia's east coast. Saunter thro... | Australia - NT - Bungle Bungles Up Close (8 days)
This epic adventure covers the best of the stunning Bungle Bungle
Range in Purnululu National Park. Trekking throug... |
Australia - NT - Classic Larapinta Trek (7 days)
The Larapinta is one of the best walks in Australia. Over
the years, the word has spread, and it is now our most po... | Australia - NT - Katherine & Beyond – Indigenous Trek (7 days)
We begin at the remote Aboriginal community of
Manyallaluk, in an area our local hosts call "the Dreaming Place". S... |
Australia - NT - Outback Tracks (11 days)
Travel into a land of Dreamtime stories, diverse beauty and remote
communities amid a vast desert landscape. Hop on as we explore th... | Australia - OZ Adrenalin (8 days)
The OZ Adrenalin is an 8 day adrenalin whirlwind that starts in Cairns,
northern Queensland, and heads south taking in numerous acti... |
Australia - Oz Adventure (4 days)
This itinerary is perfect for those who are short on time. The trip takes
on some great adventures from Brisbane, Queensland's capit... | Australia - OZ Extreme (13 days)
Oz Extreme is our ultimate Australian experience, combing both the
Adrenalin and Adventure trips; this is an amazing Austral... |
Australia - QLD - Hinchinbrook Island & The Coral Sea (7 days)
This is true expedition sea-kayaking along one of the most
spectacular wilderness coasts in Australia. Lying off th... | Australia - QLD - Queensland Adventure (12 days)
There's more to tropical Queenslandthan surf and
turf - be dazzled by its natural beauty on this j... |
Australia - SA - Heysen Trail & Flinders Ranges (7 days)
Many people who have experienced the Larapinta Trek asked us for something
similar in the Flinders Ranges and this is it! We have se... | Australia - SA - Kangaroo Island (5 days)
Kangaroo Island is a wildlife wonder, home to over 250
species of birds, 850 varieties of plants, some of the world... |
Australia - Tas - Cradle Mountain & The West Walks (6 days)
Combine the beauty and peace of Cradle Mountain with the
excitement of the rugged and wild west coast. Over 6 days ... | Australia - Tasmania - Maria island Walk (4 days)
Cast off to an island where peak-hour traffic is a line of little penguins
emerging from the sea. Our walk on Maria Island i... |
Baltic Experience (Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Germany) (15 days)
Experience the diverse delights of the Baltic States on
this adventurous journey. From the medieval spires of Talli... | Baltic Explorer (Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia & Russia - 15 days)
A fantastic opportunity to visit the Baltic's intoxicating highlights of
Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia as well as Russia.... |
Baltics - Historic Baltic Republics (15 days)
A comprehensive cultural tour of the Baltic Republics. Suitable for anyone
in reasonable health, easy walks in National Parks are co... | Belize - Belize Adventure (8 days)
Take advantage of the entire wilderness Belize has to
offer, on an active adventure through the caves, rivers, jung... |
Bhutan - Darjeeling, Sikkim & Bhutan (14 days)
Distinctive and remote, Darjeeling, Bhutan and Sikkim
offer some extraordinary experiences. Make your way from the ... | Borneo - Encompassed (18 days)
This is a wonderful journey of discovery, which extends from the waters of
the South China Sea to the summit of South East Asia's hi... |
Borneo - Sabah Wildlife Explorer (9 days)
Borneo is one of the last of the world's wild places, with
its dense rainforests, tropical coastal islands and myst... | Botswana - Botswana In Depth (14 days)
This exciting camping safari boasts some of the best and most varied
attractions of amazing Botswana. It offers an ... |
Botswana - Delta & Falls Explorer (10 days)
Botswana is a mecca for nature enthusiasts. From
elephant-rich Chobe National Park to the flooded plains of the Oka... | Botswana - Explorer (9 days)
A unique fully serviced camping safari into the heart of the
Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Chobe National Pa... |
Botswana - Wilderness Safari (15 days)
This is a genuine wilderness safari through the finest,
least-visited areas of southern Africa. Staying in private ... | Brazil - Brazil Explorer (10 days)
From the vibrant beaches of Rio to the raw power of Iguassu Falls and the
wildlife wonderland of the vast Pantanal, experience three... |
Brazil - Northern Amazonia & Venezuela (25 days)
Beginning the journey in the steamy city of Manaus, deep in Brazil's
Amazon, you overland across the Gran Sabana Plateau, he... | Brazil - Tall Ship Sailing Adventure (7 days)
Rio de Janeiro, Mamangu-Ecological Reserve, Paraty Unesco World
Heritage Site, Ilha Grande, secluded beaches, remot... |
Burma - Best of Burma (15 Days)
There are not too many countries in the world with the allure of Burma
(Myanmar). Through years of isolation, it has managed to reta... | Burma - Burma Unveiled (12 days)
The glories of this ancient land (now known as Myanmar)
are once again revealed to travellers in this landmark jour... |
Cambodia - Classic Cambodia (6 days)
Combining the magnificence of the Khmer Empire with lively Phnom Penh, this
introduction to Cambodia is the perfect... | Canada - Rocky Mountaineer Rail Adventure (2 days)
"The most Spectacular Train Trip in the
World"
Join the Rocky Mountaineer on a hi... |
Chile & Argentina - Andes to Atlantic (8 days)
Our adventure begins in the modern metropolis of
Santiago - Chile's capital, and the
cultural an... | Chile, Argentina & Brazil (14 days)
Having discovered the laid back charm of Santiago and the nearby vineyards
we fly south to the town of Puerto Varas in the heart of ... |
Chile, Argentina & Brazil (14 days)Having discovered the laid back charm of Santiago and the
nearby vineyards, you fly south to the town of Puerto Varas in t... | China - Essence of China - southbound (21 days)
This in-depth tour has proven to be one
of the best we offer i... |
China - Treasures of China (10 days)
Experience some of China's most famous sights on this 10-day journey that
takes you from the capital, Beijing, to the beautiful harb... | China - Woks & Chopsticks (15 days)
The fantastic food is just one of the highlights of every trip to
China.
China is a vast area, and its diversity is... |
China - Yunnan Chailitong - Village Grain Mill Project (15 days)
Community project: The project site is located ... | Colombia - Cafe Caribe (13 days)
Discover South America's best-kept secret on this adventure through the
verdant mountains, aromatic coffee plantations and powdery b... |
Colombia - Colombia Highlights (15 days)
Check your preconceived notions of Colombia at the door and discover the
region's riches on this well-packed adventure. A rare chanc... | Costa Rica - Volcano Adventure - Antigua to San Jose (21 days)
Antigua, Guatemala to San José
Take the road less travelled on this expedition through Costa Rica, Nic... |
Croatia - Cycling the Dalmatian Coast (8 days)
With 1778km of coastline and 1185 offshore islands, the Dalmatian
Coast is one of the true wonders of Europe. Said ... | Croatia - Dalmatian Coastal Explorer (8 days)
Split, a coastal city with a mountainous backdrop, has a
vibrant history that dates back to the 3rd-century AD, whe... |
Croatia - Dubrovnik to Bled (15 days)
Walk Dubrovnik's famed city walls, Experience local hospitality in Korcula,
Dine on traditional treats at a hillside vineyard, Relax... | Cuba - Explorer (9 days)
Experience the best Cuba has to offer: from the sublime
beauty of the Vinales landscape to the crumbling facades of... |
Czech Rep - Journey through Central Europe(15 days)
The countries and lands of Central Europe are fascinating
in their diversity. The countries we visit on our journey... | Eastern Europe - The Road to Budapest (15 days)
Experience the best of this old-world region on an overland journey through
enchanting Central Europe. Immerse your... |
Ecuador - Ecuador & The Enchanted Isles (15 days)
This trip provides a fantastic Ecuador experience. You
will cruise the waters of the Galapagos Islands National Par... | Egypt - Classical Egypt (10 days)
In Cairo our guide unravels the complexity of the dynastic
periods on a visit to Memphis and its splendid necropoli... |
Egypt - Egypt Adventure (10 days)
Revel in a taste of Egypt's history, beauty and colour on
this short but action-packed trip along the longest river... | Egypt - Egypt in Depth (10 days)
We begin with an extensive exploration of Cairo, introducing you to
Pharonic Egypt, with the pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum, a... |
Egypt - Nile Cruise (10 days)
Egypt has an enthralling history and a wealth of
well-preserved monuments and treasures. This trip allows you to vi... | Egypt - The Nile & Western Desert(13 days)
Head from Cairo into the sublime Western Desert, venture beyond the Nile
Valley's fertile ribbon and experience the magic of arid No... |
Ethiopia - Ethiopia's Historical Highlights (14 days)
Led by guest lecturer, writer & photographer Chris Bradley, this trip
provides an In-depth exploration of Ethiopia's classic sit... | Fiji - Yasawa Islands Fiji Kayak (8 days)
The Yasawa Islands are a sea kayaker's delight. A region
of sparkling azure waters and white sandy beaches fringed ... |
France - A taste of Burgundy (8 days)
Welcome to Burgundy and all its treasures - sprawling
green vines laden with world-famous bounty, tiny villages nes... | France Footsteps of Dali (7days)
Follow in the footsteps of the surrealist painter, staying in hotels
situated in charming country towns and coastal fishing villages... |
France - Royal Loire Cycle - self guided (5 days)
Based in a chateau hotel in the small town of Cheverny you
will be provided with a bike, maps and route notes to di... | |
Germany & Austria - The Danube by Bike & Ship (8 days)
Europe's second longest river, the Danube, courses through
ten nations en route to the Black Sea. This itinerary fo... | Greece - Crete & Santorini Explorer (8 days)
Greece's most beautiful islands are waiting to be
discovered. Situated in the Aegean Sea, fascinating Crete and all... |
Greece - Secrets of Samos Walk (8 days)
The verdant isle of Samos lies in the clear waters of the
Eastern Aegean, just one mile from the coast of Turkey. I... | Greece - The Greek Islands - 15 days
Island-hop the playground of the Greek gods, through
whitewashed villages and rugged landscapes, over golden sand b... |
India - Highlights of North India (11 days)
Commencing in Delhi we fly to Varanasi, the holiest of
Hindu cities jammed up against the banks of the Ganges River... | India - Maharajas' Express
Maharajas' Express, India's newest
ultra-luxury train which begins service in January 2010 so make... |
India - Rajasthan’s Royal Palaces (Luxury - 13 days)
Rajasthan is a patchwork of major and minor dynasties held together over
centuries by a history of conquest, chivalry, intermarriage... | Indonesia - Bali Adventure (8 days)
Dotted with small, character-filled villages, smouldering volcanoes rising
out of lush rich fields, idyllic beaches and colourful re... |
Indonesia - East Indies Explorer (15 days)
Get acquainted with the rich blend of active adventure and idyllic
relaxation that makes up this exciting trip through the diverse I... | Indonesia - Komodo Kayaker (10 days)
Can you imagine sea kayaking to some of the most remote beaches on earth,
accessing areas rarely visited because your sea kayak is t... |
Indonesia - Lombok (8 days)
Immerse yourself in the amazing scenery, rich culture and incredible
diversity of tropical Lombok island. Get off t... | Indonesia - Mt Rinjani Summit- Sacred Mountain Trek (9 days)
Famed for its tremendous beauty and eerie isolation, Mount Rinjani is
Indonesia's second highest mountain outside Irian Jaya. Althou... |
Iran - Discover Persia (14 days)
Follow in pilgrims' footsteps and explore the history of old Persia and the
spirit of the new Iran. Discover magnificent mosques, sm... | Iran - Images of Persia (16 days)
Iran is quite simply an extraordinary country, where
visitors are welcomed with open arms by friendly people who ha... |
Iran - Journey to Persia (9 days)
Iran is a country of dramatic contrasts. Its scenery
ranges from snow-clad mountains to vast, inhospitable deserts ... | Iran - Tashkent to Tehran (21 days)
From Uzbekistan, through Turkmenistan to Iran, we follow the Silk
Road, crossing regions where many great civilizat... |
Ireland - Ring of Kerry Walk (8 days)
The Iveragh Peninsula is one of Ireland's
great natural tourist attractions. It encompasses a 179-... | Italy - A Taste of Rome (4 days)
Tempo's "Tastes of..." packages are a perfect way to explore the highlights
and 'must sees'. This is a perfect introductory package ... |
Italy - Along the Shepherds Tracks (8 Days)
Experience the magic of village Italy...
Join us on the path less travelled in Abruzzo as we explore the... | Italy - Best of Italy(15 days)
La Dolce Vita, the good life, is exactly what this trip is all about.
Starting in the Eternal City of Rome and ending by the canals ... |
Italy - Magical Tuscany & Portofino Peninsula (10 days)
Beginning in Florence, the city that gave birth to the
Renaissance, we move southeast to the village in the sky - M... | Italy - The Amalfi Coast (8 Days)
The Amalfi Coast is one of the most dramatic and beautiful coastlines in
Europe. Mountains rise steeply out of the Mediterranean far... |
Japan - Backroads of Japan (15 days)
This is our most popular trip in Japan. We ascend mountain
trails and take valley hikes to get a measure of the lan... | Jordan - Jordan Explorer (10 days)
With the modern sophistication of the capital Amman, the vast echoing
deserts of Wadi Rum, the hidden beauty of spectacular Petra an... |
Jordan & Syria - A Journey Through (15 days)
Jordan and Syria are two countries that have much in
common. Their strategic location ensured that all the great ea... | Kenya & Tanzania - Savannah Safari (Deluxe - 13 days)
Wildlife Safari features only the best selection of
hotels, resorts, safari lodges and camps throughout Africa. We ... |
Laos - Laos Encompassed (14-days)
Starting in Bangkok and journey to Laos, the hidden gem of Asia, your
journey down the Mekong River takes ... | Madagascar - Experience (10 days)
The fascinating Island of Madagascar awaits. Escape the
everyday routine on this 10-day journey encompassing natura... |
Madagascar - Adventure (21 days)
Isolated from Africa millions of years ago, the world's fourth largest
island of Madagascar has evolved an incredibly rich ecology a... | Madagascar - Wildlife Adventure (8 days)
Berenty Private Nature Reserve - Andasibe - Analamazaotra
Madagascar's stunning scenery, v... |
Mozambique - Mozambique Explorer(8 days)
The Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park links the Limpopo National Park in
Mozambique and Kruger National Park in South Africa in what ... | |
Mozambique - Mozambique Transfrontier (17 days)
A crossroads of civilizations, cultures and landscapes, influenced from the
early days by nomadic tribes, Arab traders, British sail... | Namibia - Delta, Dunes & Falls (18 days)
Namibia is one of the great surprises of southern Africa,
boasting some of the most spectacular and breathtaking de... |
Namibia - Untouched Wilderness (12 days)
Dramatic Desert Landscapes - Unique Flora & Fauna - Okonjima -
Pre-historic Rock Art
... | Peru - Cuzco & Machu Picchu 1st Class (5 days)Here's an unbeatable deal for Peru...... Enjoy all the comforts of home, while
exploring the ancient ruins of this magical part of the worl... |
Peru - Train to Machu Picchu (14 days)
Comprehensive Tour of Peru
4 & 5 Star Character Hotels - Overnight at Machu Picchu In M... | Peru & Bolivia - The best of (11 days)
Discover Peru and the mysteries of the Amazon Jungle.
Imbued with a rich ancient past and a vibrant present, ensure... |
Peru -Classic Peru (13 days - in style)
Visit Peru in style and experience Andean scenery, Machu Picchu, the new
Wonder of the World, Lake Titicaca, Sacred Valley of the In... | |
Russia - The Golden Eagle Tran-Siberian Journey
The longest and the most famous railway journey in the world, the
Trans‐Siberian Railway traverses the whole expanse of Russia from ... | Scandinavia - Above the Arctic Circle (15 days)
This trip to the remote and beautiful north of Scandinavia involves a
couple of long drives, but also plenty of walks (optional). Th... |
Silk Road - Railway (30 days - Istanbul to Beijing)
A true Silk Road
journey of discovery from the spectacular palaces and wo... | |
South Africa - Walking Safari (15 days)
Game tracking, hiking in the Drakensberg and Swaziland, and a safari in the
Kruger National Park.This walking safari reveals the imm... | Spain - Green Spain & the Pilgrims Way (8 days)
Lush forests, green meadows, dramatic coastlines, bagpipes and Celtic
folklore - this is a Spain full of surprises. The rural northw... |
Spain - Historic Andalucia (8 days)
Explore majestic moorish cities of Seville and Cordoba and the
White Villages
Your base, the Cortijo R... | Spain - Pyrenees Mountains to Mediterranean (Self Guided)(7 days)
On this exceptional self guided walk through the Pyrenees, you will begin
with your head in the clouds in the Costabonne Mountains a... |
Spain - Segovia - Cycle the Spanish Heartland (8 days)
Discover Segovia's hidden treasures, cycle the Camino de
Santiago and enjoy spectacular views of the Duraton Canyon... | Sri Lanka - by Bike (11 days)
A land of misty highlands and tea plantations, dense jungles and national
parks, Sri Lanka is ideally suited to cyc... |
Thailand - Trails of Thailand (15 days)
Whether it's the gleaming golden spires
of Bangkok's royal pal... | Thailand - Beautiful Thailand (15 days)
This was the trip that started it all for Intrepid, and it remains one of
our most popular. Northern Thailand is on... |
Thailand - Thailand Jungle & Beaches (13 days)
From ornate temples and busy night
markets to remote and tranq... | Tibet - Journey to Mount Kailas (21 days)
Mount Kailas is said to be the mythical Mount Mera, the centre of the
universe. It is revered in both Hindu and Buddhist legends, wh... |
Tibet - Phil's Tibetan Adventure
Tibet Explorer - April - September departures
Monks, Monasteries & Mountains Tibet took my breath aw... | Tibet - Ride the Roof of the World
A unique chance to ride across the Himalayan Plateau, from Lhasa in Tibet,
to Kathmandu in Nepal, on a 500cc Royal Enfield Bullet. T... |
Tibet - Roof of the World (13 days)
Tales of magic and mystery have long attracted travellers to this
once-forbidden land. Today, the lure of Tibet rem... | Tonga - Vava'u Islands, Kingdom Of Tonga Kayaking (9 days)
Situated approximately 240 kilometres north of Tongatapu, the
Vava'u Island Group is a smattering of approx. 50 isl... |
Turkey - Central Turkey & the Black Sea (15 days)
The hidden jewels of Turkey are waiting to be discovered
and this spectacular two-week journey through the Black Se... | |
Turkey - Gulet Activity Cruise (8 days)
A week gulet cruising the Aegean Coast in search of
action, adventure and adrenalin with activities including divin... | Turkey - Turkish Flavours (12 Days)
Turkish Flavours promotes all that is extraordinary not only about the
Turkish Table, but also about the Turkish way of life, "l 'Ar... |
UAE (Dubai) & Oman - Arabian Seatrek (7 days)
This short adventure takes us to the astonishing Musandam
Peninsula, Oman's rugged and arid northern tip, for an up... | USA - Best of the Rockies - Cycling (13 days)
A simply superb mountain bike holiday in the U.S.A. including Moab,
Fruita and the best trails in Colorado. packed ... |
USA - Western Wonder (7 days)
This quick taste of the Western USA highlights the area's
two most important National Parks, the wonders of incompa... | Venezuela - The Lost World (15 days)
Spend 15 days traveling across rolling, grassy highlands, remote inland
towns and through the wildlife filled plains. See the world'... |
Vietnam - Explorer (22 days)
Come with us and discover the spirit, adventure and natural beauty of
Vietnam. We travel from south to north, takin... | Vietnam - By Bike (15 days)
**Our most popular Vietnam cycling
holiday
Since our first cycle ride t... |
Vietnam - Culinary Journey (10 days)
A journey that takes in 'must see' sights of Vietnam while
tantalising the taste buds with some of south-east Asia'... | Vietnam - Insight (Deluxe - 12 days)
Gain an insight into Vietnam's diversity, and take the
time to soak up her rural charm and natural beauty on this 1... |
Vietnam - Thai Binh Community Housing Project (15 days)
The American/Vietnam war in the 60's and 70's killed thousands of Thai Binh
Province soldiers but 30 years later, thousands still su... | West Africa - The Best of Ghana & Mali (26 days)
Welcome to golden West Africa. Over 26 sun-drenched days,
explore English-speaking Ghana, French-speaking Mali and ... |
Zambia - Zambian Adventurer (14 days)
Zambia is an African gem filled with fantastic wildlife and beautiful
scenery: vast savannahs, forests, undulating hills, lakes and ... |