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South / Central America & Antarctica:
From Cusco to Cancun, Lima to La Paz and Aconcagua to Arequipa, South America is just waiting to be explored! You will find the lush jungles of the Amazon basin and Central America, the towering Andes Mountains and the remnants of the great civilisations of the Aztecs, Mayas and Incas.
There are bustling cities, remote mountain villages, local markets, incredible national parks and everywhere you travel you will meet warm, friendly people and come face to face with the irrepressible Latin culture. Immense beauty is found in Mayan and Aztec ruins, jungles, mountains, endangered species, natural wonders – arguably the most exciting region for exploration anywhere in the world.
Discover the frozen continent of Antarctcia on a cruise expedition. Watch amazing wildlife in abundance from orcas and humpback and minke whales to chinstrap, gentoo, Adelie and king penguins, from snow petrels to wandering albatross and Weddell and elephant seals. See icebergs the size of an apartmernt building and blue-white glaciers calving into the sea. Most of all, you'll experience pristine wilderness that has been explored by so few before you.
Belize, Costa Rica:
Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful countries in Central America and its enlightened approach to conservation has left it with great national parks and some of the richest flora and fauna in the world. It is a great place to take it easy, to relax and unwind and to enjoy the incredible Pacific sunsets.
Belize is an adventure traveller's paradise. Mayan temples tower above rainforest canopies while an incredibly colourful array of marine wildlife find protection in Belize's Great Barrier Reef. Every corner of the country has its share of archaeological and national parks, wild-life sanctuaries and marine and nature reserves. Each of these protected areas is packed with opportunities for adventure.
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Ecuador, Peru, Galapagos:
Welcome to the home to one of the mightiest rivers in the world, rainforests, mountain divides, exotic coastlines and a naturally diverse and protected archipelago teeming with wildlife!
The Galapagos Islands, situated about 1000 kilometres off the coast of Ecuador, are a deemed a World Heritage sanctuary. As a result of the isolation of the islands, nearly a quarter of all species are endemic and much of the wildlife has no natural or instinctive fear of man.
Discover Quito, Ecuador as you explore the city's colonial heart before venturing off to the wild beauty of the amazing Amazon jungle. Explore the wonders of the Andes the mountain village of Banos or hike to the Cotopaxi Volcano lookout for fantastic views across the Andes.
At one time Peru was the seat of the Inca Empire and Cusco was its capital. The arrival of the Spanish Conquistadors in the 15th century saw the conquest of the region completed in just a few short years. Today, Peru is rich in both Spanish colonial and Inca culture and you can conquer them both!
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Brazil, Argentina, Chile:
Who can resist magnificent Rio de Janeiro, with its beautiful beaches, spectacular scenery and exotic nightlife? From the mad passion of Carnaval to the immensity of the dark Amazon, it is a country of mythic proportions, a land of staggering beauty. Discover stretches of unexplored rainforest, islands with pristine tropical beaches, and endless rivers.
Argentina's pleasures are as tempting as ever: stunning natural wonders, an elegant capital with a European-flavored sophistication and a passionate culture. One can head into the Atlantic rainforest to enjoy an easy trek along the Itupava Colonial Trail on the edge of the rainforest before heading to Iguazu Falls, where you will witness their awesome power on a boat ride up to the thunderous base of the falls. Heading south, you will come to South America's most exciting and lively city, Buenos Aires.
One of the most developed countries in South America, Chile is sandwiched in between the spine of the Andes and the Pacific Ocean. Just 365 kilometres at its widest point, the country's coastline stretches over 4,300 kilometres. Chile's appeal lies in its dramatic scenery, fascinating flora and fauna, and its friendly people.
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Antarctica:
Some argue that Antarctica is the last vast wilderness left on our planet. We can all agree that its gigantic icebergs, mountain ranges and the emptiness of the polar plateau will boggle the mind, while its weather will curdle your blood. It's beautiful, serene, violent and savage - its scale is almost unfathomable. Caution: don’t go in the winter, boiling water thrown into the air freezes instantly into a cloud of snow.
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