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Our Classic Adventures
Peru ~ The Inca Trail & Machu Picchu
Hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - or for a less strenuous Machu Picchu adventure – take the train.

Tanzania & Kenya ~ Climb Kilimanjaro
Climb Kilimanajro – one of the world’s seven summits. We’ve been climbing Kilimanjaro since 1971 and our experience on the mountain – and summit success rate - is unsurpassed.

France, Italy & Switzerland ~ The Alps
Hike the Alps – Europe’s famous playground. A circuit of Mont Blanc is one of our most popular adventures.

Ecuador ~ The Galapagos Islands
Cruise the Galapagos Islands aboard a small sailing or motor yacht while enjoying Galapagos’ charming wildlife. A great family adventure.

Chile & Argentina ~ Hiking in Patagonia
Our extensive Patagonia program includes hiking in Los Glaciares National Park, a trek circumnavigating Torres del Paine, and cruising along the Strait of Magellan.

Nepal , Tibet & Bhutan~ Trekking in the Himalayas
Our first trip ever was a trek in the Nepal Himalaya in 1969 and no place is more strongly associated with Mountain Travel than the Himalayas.

United States ~ Alaska
In partnership with Alaska Discovery – our Alaska operations arm – we now offer a wide range of rafting, sea kayaking, hiking, and wildlife adventures in Alaska.

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Our Africa Adventures
Botswana ~ Botswana Flying Safari
Botswana wildlife safari. Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, Linyanti Private Game Reserve.

Ethiopia ~ Simien Mountains with Mike Speaks
Mike Speaks rafted through the deep canyons of Ethiopia’s Simien Mountains years ago and has always wanted to return and explore it on foot.

Ghana, Togo, Benin ~ Golden Kingdoms of West Africa
Cultural encounters. Tribal West Africa, voodoo ceremonies, festive village funerals, artisan markets, Kakum National Park.

Kenya ~ Kenya Walking Safari
Kenya walking safari & cultural encounters. Masai Mara national Reserve, Loita Hills, Amboseli and Tsavo East National Parks.

Kenya & Tanzania ~ Kilimanjaro & Beyond
Kenya safari and climbing Kilimanjaro. Amboseli and Tsavo East National Parks, Malindi on the Indian Ocean coast.

Kenya ~ The Great Walk of Africa
Africa for the exploreres! A two-week (120 miles) game tracking walk across the ever-changing landscapes of Tsavo National Park.

Kenya ~ Mount Kenya with Alex Fiksman
Alex, lead guide for our Kilimanjaro & Beyond trips, has designed an exploratory trek on his favorite mountain, Mount Kenya

Libya Desert Adventure
Hiking and camel trekking in the Libyan Desert. Be among the first Americans to explore this remote southern part of the country.

Malawi & Mozambique - Kayaking with Joe Toback
Join senior kayaking guide Joe Toback on a boat-supported kayak trip among the sparkling blue waters of Lake Malawi.

Mali & Burkina Faso ~ Timbuktu & Beyond
Cultural encounters. Tribal West Africa, Dogon lowlands, Mossi villages, Niger River, Sahara camel caravans, Timbuktu.

Morocco ~ Morocco Camel Trek
Morocco camel trek and hiking. Marrakesh, Fes, Sahara camel trek, Berber villages, Erg Chebbi – Morocco’s largest sand dunes.

Tanzania ~ Climb Kilimanjaro
Climb Kilimanjaro and Tanzania safari. Arusha National Park, Mount Meru, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park.

Tanzania ~ Ultimate Tanzania Safari
Tanzania wildlife safari. The legendary Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangiri and Lake Manyara National Parks. Great for families.

Tanzania ~ Secret Serengeti
Allen Bechky Tanzania wildlife safari. Africa off-the-beaten path. Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park.

Uganda & Rwanda ~ Mountain Gorilla Expedition
Allen Bechky mountain gorilla tracking safari. Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi National Parks, Parque National des Volcans.

Zambia ~ Zambia Wildlife Safari
Allen Bechky Zambia wildlife safari. Africa off-the-beaten path. South Luangwa and Kafue National Parks.

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Our Antarctica & Arctic Adventures
Antarctica ~ Explore Antarctica
Antarctic small boat cruising along the Antarctic Peninsula. Stunning scenery and a spectacular display of wildlife.

Antarctica ~ In the Realm of Shackleton
Antarctic small boat cruising. Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island, and the Antarctic Peninsula.

Antarctica ~ Antarctic Circle & Beyond
Antarctic small boat cruising along the Antarctic Peninsula – crossing the Antarctic Circle.

Arctic ~ Svalbard High Arctic
Explore the Svalbard Archipelago's spectacular panorama of ice and water and rugged mountains aboard a small polar expedition ship.

Greenland - Kayaking with David Nitsch
With experienced international kayak guide David Nitsch, explore the breathtaking fjords and small islands of Greenland’s southern coast.


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Our Asia, Australia & Pacific Adventures
Bhutan ~ Festivals of Bhutan
Bhutan cultural tour. A glimpse of Bhutan’s traditional cultures. Bumthang Valley, Tsechu Festival, Thimphu, Paro, Punakha.

Bhutan ~ The Chomolhari Trek
Trekking in the Bhutan Himalaya. Chomolhari, Jichu Drake, Paro Valley, Thimphu, Taktsang Monastery.

Bhutan ~ The Gangkhar Puensuum Trek
Trekking in the Bhutan Himalaya. Gangkhar Puensuum, Trongsa, Jakar, Paro Valley, and Thimphu.

Bhutan ~ The Panorama Trek
Moderate trekking in the Bhutan Himalaya. Haa Valley, Paro Valley, Thimphu, Taktsang Monastery.

Cambodia & Laos ~ Treasures of Indochine
Cambodia and Laos cultural tour. Golden Triangle, Luang Prabang, Angkor Wat, Vientiane, Phnom Penh.

China ~ China’s Silk Road
Cultural tour along Asia’s legendary Silk Road. Taklimakan desert, Kashgar, Dunhuang Buddhist Caves.

China ~ The Great Bend of the Yangtze
Raft the Yangtze, Asia's longest river, in partnership with The Nature Conservancy in supporting their Yunnan Great Rivers Project.

China ~ Upper Mekong River with Sobek Guides
A first descent of the Mekong River in Yunnan, China, captained by river veterans Brian Stevenson, Jim Norton, Jed Weingarten, Willie Kern, Ben Fadeley, and Polk Deters.

China ~ Yunnan; South of the Clouds
China cultural tour and hiking adventure. Rich Buddhist culture, hiking along Tiger Leaping Gorge, Jade Dragon Mountain, Yangtze River Gorge.

India ~ India Wildlife Safari
Allen Bechky wildlife safari in India. Off-the-beaten-path safari. Ranthambore, Kaziranga, and Kanha wildlife sanctuaries.

India ~ Royal Rajasthan
Best of India. Palaces, festivals, temples, camel fair, wildlife parks, and a camel trek through the Indian Desert.

India ~ Trekking in Sikkim
Join Everest summiteer Jamling Tenzing Norgay on his favorite trek: a nine-day hike on his home turf of Sikkim.

Japan ~ Hiking the Japan Alps
Explore the spectacular beauty of Japan's North Alps on this challenging trek.

Nepal ~ The Everest Escapade
Trek in Nepal’s Everest region. Stunning views of the Nepal Himalaya, mountain villages, Tibetan monasteries. Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Namche Bazaar, Thame and Tengboche.

Nepal ~ Ultimate Everest Trek
Trek in Nepal’s Everest region. Stunning views of the Nepal Himalaya, mountain villages, Tibetan monasteries. Namche Bazaar, Khumjung, Kala Patar, Gokyo Lake, Tengboche.

Nepal ~ Everest Base Camp Trek
Trek to Everest Base Camp. Stunning views of the Nepal Himalaya, mountain villages, Tibetan monasteries. Bhaktapur, Namche Bazaar, Kala Patar, Everest Base Camp.

Tibet ~ Trek to Heavenly Lake
Trekking in Tibet. Tibetan plateau, Namtso Lake, Lhasa, Shigatse, Tibetan Festivals.

Tibet ~ Heart of Tibet
Tibet cultural tour. Tibetan monasteries, Tibetan festivals, cultural monuments, Lhasa, Shigatse.

Tibet ~ Khawa Karpo with Cathy Ann Taylor
Cathy Ann, a 15-year veteran of Himalayan treks, invites you on this intriguing exploratory trek in the sacred mountains, rivers, and gorges of Eastern Tibet (Kham).

Vietnam ~ Undiscovered Vietnam
Exhilarating sea kayaking among the stunning limestone islets of Halong Bay combined with enriching encounters with tribal ethnic minorities in the region of Ba Be National Park.

New Zealand ~ Hiker’s New Zealand
Hiking New Zealand’s famed Milford Track and Queen Charlotte Track. Day hikes in Mount Aspiring National Park.


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Our Europe & Middle East Adventures
England Coast-to-Coast
Hike from the Irish Sea to the North Sea – one of the top 10 walks in the world.

France, Italy, Switzerland ~ The Mont Blanc Circuit
Hike the Mont Blanc Circuit (“Tour du Mont Blanc”) in the European Alps.

France, Italy, Switzerland ~ The Mont Blanc Express
Hike the “express version” of the Mont Blanc Circuit (“Tour du Mont Blanc”) in the European Alps.

France, Italy, Switzerland ~ Mont Blanc: The Great Escape
Great hiking in the Mont Blanc region but with the convenience of staying put in a comfortable “base camp.”

France, Italy, Switzerland ~ The E5 with Mike Cooper
Ten days, six valleys, three countries! Mike, popular trip leader for our hiking trips in the Alps, tackles the E5, one of Europe’s most challenging long-distance trails.

Iceland ~ Iceland Discovered
Hiking and trekking in Iceland. Visit Vik and enjoy views of the Mount Hekla volcano.

Ireland ~ Classic Ireland
Hiking Ireland’s Emerald Isla. natural beauty of Connemara. Visit Kylemore Abbey, Burren National Park, and Clare Island.

Italy ~ Hiking in Italy’s Lake District
Hike the panoramic trails of Parco Nationale Val Grande in Italy’s charming Lake District. Visit Lago Maggiore, Boromeo Islands, and Verenna.

Italy ~ Hill Towns of Tuscany & Cinque Terre
Hike the picturesque towns of Tuscany and Cinque Terre. Wine tasting in Chianti and visit Florence.

Italy ~ Dolomites Multisport
Hike in the Dolomites, Italy. Mind-boggling scenery including Tre Cime di Lavaredo – the most well known landmark in the Dolomites.

Norway ~ Hiking North of the Artic Circle
Venture north of the Arctic Circle to the land of the midnight sun and explore Øvre Dividal National Park; the glaciers of the Lyngen Alps; and the fjords and mountains of Senja Island.

Scotland ~ Hiking the Scottish Highlands
Hiking in Scotland’s Highlands. Hike through the beautiful, rugged Glencoe area and to the summit of Ben Nevis.

Slovakia ~ Peaks of Slovakia
Hiking in Slovakia. The High Tetras and in Mala Fatra National Park.

Spain ~ Hiking in Northern Spain
Hike in Picos de Europa - the beautiful mountains of Northern Spain.

Spain ~ Across the Pyrenees
Hiking in Spain – a traverse across the Pyrenees. Get a taste of Spain’s Basque, Aragon and Catalan culture.

Sweden ~ Dogsledding to the Ice Hotel
Drive your own team of huskies and reindeer sled through Sápmi (Lapland), one of Europe's last remaining wilderness areas.

Switzerland ~ Chamonix-Zermatt Haute Route
Hiking the Haute Route, Switzerland – a demanding traverse through the heart of the Alps..

Switzerland ~ Walking Swiss Villages
Easy hiking/walking in Switzerland with sunning views of the Alps.

Turkey ~ Adventure Turkey
Hiking and sailing in Turkey. Sailing along Turkey’s Turquoise Coast. Visits Cappadocia, Ephesus, and the Lycian capital of Xanthos.

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Our Latin America Adventures
Argentina ~ Hidden Patagonia
From Tierra del Fuego in the south to the Lake District in the north, explore Patagonia as you hike the region’s trails and glaciers, kayak its sparkling lakes, and ride horseback across its vast golden steppes.

Argentina & Chile ~ Hiker’s Patagonia
Hiking in Patagonia. Los Glaciares, and Torres del Paine National Parks. Visit the Perito Moreno Glacier and Buenos Aires. 16 days.

Argentina & Chile ~ Patagonia Explorer
Hiking and cruising in Patagonia. Hiking in Tierra del Fuego, Los Glaciares, and Torres del Paine National Parks. Cruising the Strait of Magellan, visit the Perito Moreno Glacier.

Brazil ~ Amazon & Pantanal with Luis Die
Luis, our head guide in the Galápagos, puts his superb natural history skills to use on this adventure exploring two of the most interesting areas of Brazil’s ecosystem.

Belize ~ Belize; Rainforest to Reef
Belize multi-sport adventure. Temples of Tikal and Maya Ruins Guatemala, Tapir Mountain Reserve, Glovers Reef.

Bolivia ~ Trekking in the Cordillera Real.
Trekking in the Cordillera Real – crown jewel of the Bolivian Andes. Visit La Paz and Lake Titicaca.

Chile ~ Trekking the Paine Circuit, Patagonia
Trekking in the Patagonia’s Paine National Park. Stunning views of Torres del Paine, Gray Glacier and the Patagonian Ice Cap.

Costa Rica ~ Jewels of Costa Rica
Costa Rica wildlife and natural history adventure. Tortuguero National Park, Corcovado National Park.

Costa Rica ~ Adventures in Costa Rica
Costa Rica multi-sport. Kayaking, snorkeling, swimming at Curu National Wildlife Refuge and Tortuguero national Park. Rafting Rio Pacuare.

Ecuador ~ Galapagos Islands
Small boat cruising in the Galapagos Islands. Nature walks, swimming, snorkeling, sea kayaking and diving.

Honduras ~ Honduras Eco-Explorer
Hike in Honduras's most unexplored national park, visit the largest manatee reserve in Central America, snorkel some of the best reef systems in the world, and explore ancient Maya ruins.

Peru ~ Inca Trail & Beyond
Hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Sacsayhuaman and Ollantaytambo Inca ruins, rafting Urubamba River, explore Cuzco.

Peru ~ The “Other” Inca Trail
Hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu following a longer more remote route than the classic Inca Trail. Inca ruins, Cuzco.

Peru ~ Andean Explorer
Machu Picchu adventure. Take the train to KM 104 and hike to Machu Picchu. Sacsayhuaman and Ollantaytambo Inca ruins, rafting Urubamba River, explore Cuzco.

Peru ~ Trekking in the Cordillera Blanca
Trekking in Peru’s Cordillera Blanca. Alpine wonderland, stunning views of one of the Andes most stunning mountain ranges.

Peru ~ Rio Tambopata with John Yost
With Sobek co-founder John Yost, spend a week rafting the canyons of Peru’s Río Tambopata through one of the most biologically diverse areas in the world.

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Our North America Adventures
Alaska ~ Alaska Adventures
Hiking, rafting, and sea kayaking in Alaska. More than 15 adventures. Glacier Bay, Alsek and Tatshenshini River, and the Arctic Refuge.

Arizona ~ Hiking the Grand Canyon
Hiking in Grand Canyon National Park. The Rim Trail, Havasu Canyon, Havasupai Reservation.

Arizona ~ Rafting the Grand Canyon
Rafting the Grand Canyon - in Grand Canyon National Park. A classic rafting adventure.

Arizona & Utah ~Bryce, Zion & Grand Canyon
Easy hiking in Bryce, Zion & Grand Canyon - the the ultimate Southwest "Grand Slam!".

California ~ Hiking Yosemite’s Ansel Adams Wilderness
Hiking in Ansel Adams Wilderness on the Southern border of Yosemite National Park. Great family adventure.

California ~ The John Muir Trail
Challenging 16-day mule-supported trek on California’s John Muir Trial – including a summit of Mount Whitney.

California ~ California Coastal Adventure
Hike on the famous Coastal Trail; learn to sea kayak at Tomales Bay; sample wines while biking in the Napa Valley; and take a breathtaking catamaran sail on San Francisco Bay.

Canada ~ Canadian Rockies Sampler
Hiking, heli-hiking, rafting, and horseback riding in the Canadian Rockies. Stay at Goat Mountain Lodge. Great family adventure.

Canada ~ British Columbia Backcountry
In British Columbias remote wilderness you'll enjoy inspiring mountain, hikes, serene lake paddles, optional rock climbing and biking on forest trails.

Hawaii ~ The Real Hawaii
Hike the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific" on Kauai; explore Volcanoes National Park on the “Big Island”; kayak, swim, and snorkel with sea turtles and tropical fish along the sunny Kohala Coast.

Idaho ~ Middle Fork of the Salmon River
Rafting the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. Rafting, kayaking, hiking, and fishing. Great family adventure.

Mexico ~ Hiking Copper Canyon
Hiking in Copper Canyon – in Mexico’s Sierra Madre Occidental. Meet the local Tarahumara.

Mexico ~ Kayaking the Sea of Cortez
Kayaking the Sea of Cortez in Baja California. Kayak, swim and snorkel around Isla Espiritu Santo. Great family adventure.

Mexico ~ Oaxaca Explorer
Explore “Old Mexico” - Piedra Herrada Butterfly Sanctuary; the ancient Mesoamerican archaeological sites of Monte Albán and Mitla; the villages in the high Sierra; and Oaxaca’s lively markets.

Virgin Islands ~ Paddling the Virgin Islands
Kayaking the clear blue seas of Virgin Islands in the Caribbean.

Wyoming – Wild Wyoming!
Yellowstone National Park and the Grand Tetons. Hiking, kayaking, and rafting. Jackson Lake and Snake River. Great family adventure.

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