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08/08/2024

Witness Africa's wildlife phenomenon: the Great Migration - https://mailchi.mp/explorationscompany.com/great-migration-14184428

11/04/2024

Something new is just around the corner...

29/03/2024

Amongst its other charitable activities, The Explorations Company has set itself a new goal in the South American nation with its 'Las Poderosas' initiative.

11/02/2024

The Seychelles

Take in the breathtaking pristine setting and abundance of wildlife on display from red-footed bo***es to green and hawksbill turtles and free-roaming Aldabra giant tortoises.

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10/02/2024

Uncover the highlights of the Angkor Archaeological Park.

Stretching over a vast area of 400 square kilometres, the park contains the magnificent remnants of the Khmer Empire, built between the 9th and 15th centuries.

Explore the temples of Bayon, Baphoun and Terraces of Elephants and The L***r King, as well as the jungle temple of Ta Prohm and the crown jewel Angkor Wat – the largest Hindu temple in the world.

05/01/2024

Immerse yourself in pristine nature with expert-led wellness programmes at Ananda Spa.

From yoga and meditation to culinary sessions and bird watching, Ananda Spa in the Himalayas is one of the finest luxury wellness retreats in the world.

Find everything this wellness retreat has to offer: https://shorturl.at/cFT26

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19/12/2023

Zambia may not be your first thought when it comes to safari destinations, yet the country’s huge diversity of ecology and regional concentrations of wildlife make it an excellent choice with some of the best wildlife in Africa outside of the Mara-Serengeti ecosystem.

Being at one with nature, traversing scenic terrain across east Zambia’s Luangwa River valley and watching the abundant hippo population wallowing in the glistening river.

If you’ve ever wished to find yourself completely off the beaten track, our classic walking safari across Zambia is an unmissable experience.

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15/12/2023

Without a doubt, the finest place to experience gaucho culture is in Corrientes at Estancia Don Joaquin.

Set among the wildlife-rich rivers, lagoons and open savannahs of the greater Ibera Wetlands, Estancia Don Joaquin is a simply spellbinding place to explore on horseback.

Conserving local gaucho traditions and the wildlife-rich surrounding landscapes, the estancia maintains around 70 lovingly tended and impeccably behaved Criollo and mixed-Criollo horses.

No matter your age or experience, there’s a horse for you.

Photos: Estancia Don Joaquin Argentina

06/12/2023

Explore Botswana's Mashatu Reserve by mountain bike for an active safari through a remarkable region.

Join Mashatu Lodge's guides to cycle through the reserve, spotting elephant, lion and giraffe amongst the baobabs.

This is the largest swathe of privately owned land in Botswana, affording you exclusivity and experiences not found in National Parks.

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Aubrey Tseleng
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01/12/2023

Delighted to see our thrilling Patagonian Air Safari included in The Executive Magazine. Experience Patagonia in the raw, swooping down onto seemingly inaccessible mountain lakes, soaring over snow-shrouded craters and cruising past vertiginous waterfalls.

Contact: [email protected] to find out more…

Soar into an unparalleled adventure with Explorations Company’s latest offering: a thrilling Patagonian air safari. Guided by expert pilot Rodrigo Noriega, experience the majestic landscapes…

24/11/2023

The majestic snow leopard

Cross a land of wilderness, towering glaciers and forbidding peaks in a quest to discover the majestic snow leopard in its natural habitat. Its as much about the epic trek, as the sighting of these animals that makes this experience so extraordinary.

Image courtesy of Snow Leopard Lodge, by Kaafila

22/11/2023

Spend time exploring Cape Town and volunteer with an incredible charity initiative such as Uthando. This vehicle for change works with a fantastic collection of independent, well-managed, innovative and inspiring community development projects, charitable organisations and social entrepreneurs across a broad spectrum of sectors.

Take part in a project of your choice, we have plenty of suggestion! Arrange a day out or special event for one of Uthando’s senior citizens centres, or spend time teaching cooking skills.

Image courtesy of Uthando

20/11/2023

Explore the ancient temples of Angkor

Set out before dawn to Angkor Wat and, led by torchlight, witness dawn break over towering spires in the most spectacular reveal of this 12th-century “temple-mountain”.

Your exclusive Khmer Scholar will guide you through the sprawling temple complex, explaining the rich history of the Empire alongside our resident photographer who is on hand to capture the highlights of your Angkor experience.

08/11/2023

From walking amongst hundreds of king penguins to kayaking in the glistening icy waters and sharing thrilling stories with your fellow travellers, an Antarctic cruise is an exclusive experience to one of the last great frontiers on earth.

Traverse this extraordinary wonderland in a high-tech cruise vessel designed specifically for the icy waters. Elect to either sail from southern Patagonia with the option to visit the Chilean Fjords, the Falklands and South Georgia Island enroute to Antarctica, or fly into the Polar Circle to board your cruise ship without the Drake's Passage crossing for a shorter cruise.

Photo: Antarctica21

03/11/2023

Alphonse island offers quite possibly the best fishing experiences in the world!

Nicola recently stayed and was excited to catch bonefish with guidance from the excellent professional fishing guides. She also took a boat trip to try deep sea fishing and enjoyed walking in the lagoons to see the fish nurseries.

There is availability for the upcoming winter season, so get in touch to secure your winter sunshine on the paradise islands of the Seychelles.

24/10/2023

To experience the joy of slow travel, spend a few days trekking with camels and the local Samburu tribe in the Mathews Mountains, Kenya.

Sian has spent two nights in a mobile camp along her trek. She walked along river beds and saw Samburu singing wells, talked to her guides and learned how they live and hold on to their traditions in the modern world.

18/10/2023

Sian has visited Tawi Lodge in a private conservancy in the Amboseli region of Kenya, where the largest elephant herds in Kenya can be found.

This extraordinary region, in the shadows of Mount Kilimanjaro, stretches across the border with Tanzania to form the Amboseli-Tsavo-Kilimanjaro ecosystem. It's well worth a visit on your next safari to Kenya - keep following for more inspiration from Sian's journey!

16/10/2023

Nicola has just returned from her extraordinary visit to Alphonse Island in the Seychelles.

She says
"For me, the fact that Alphonse is simply so uncommercial, so very pristine, makes it a real winner. The saltwater fly fishing is superlative, and I caught several bonefish which are simply the most beautiful fish. Speaking to several fly fishermen, who normally fly fish in the Bahamas, they all agreed that the quality of the fishing and the professionalism of the guides beat the Bahamas hands down!"

11/10/2023

Anthea is in the Galapagos and has visited San Cristobal and Santa Fe Island, cruised around Kicker Rock, watched sea lions and iguanas on the beach, and spotted extraordinary birdlife on the islands.

Follow over the next few days for more updates from her adventures.

04/10/2023

Escape to Africa this winter

Explore the beautiful waters of the Okavango Delta in the ‘green season’. Whilst one may catch a rain shower or two, actually this is one of the most beautiful and rewarding times to visit this northern area of Botswana.

The migratory birds have arrived, and the flycatchers are busy making their nests; baby impala are appearing and you may spot them in the long grasses, where they're hidden by their mothers away from predators. Combine the Okavango with a few nights in Moremi Game Reserve to see more big game and herds of buffalo, giraffe, and waterbuck.

Images courtesy of in the Moremi Game Reserve

29/09/2023

If you’ve been on an African safari, have you considered exploring the wildlife of Sri Lanka for your next adventure? This resplendent isle is teeming with an incredible variety of wildlife; leopards, sloth bears and Asian elephants are the star draws for safari lovers. The Cultural Triangle is home to ancient capitals and UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the famed Tea Country is perfect for walking through the tea plantations in the Central Highlands. For a relaxing end to your trip stay in a beautiful off-grid wellness escape and enjoy the coast, watching blue and s***m whales by boat.

28/09/2023

If the idea of pottering around jungle ruins, feasting on amazing regional delicacies, swimming in turquoise natural pools and relaxing on endless palm-fringed white powder beaches sounds like a great way to spend Christmas, then why not consider Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula? We have the keys to the region’s best private haciendas and villas, stylishly transporting you back to nobler times and making a wonderful base to reconnect as a family and explore, beyond their walls, the hidden wonders of the Maya World.

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22/09/2023

Rewilding 2000 Rhinos

African Parks have just taken responsibilty for a 2000 strong population of southern white rhinos in South Africa, with an intention to rewild them all within the next 10 years. This represents 15% of the total wild population so would be a huge feat for conservation, but comes with a high price tag for security and operations.

If you are seeking a deserving charity to make a donation to on World Rhino Day, please do consider African Parks who are effectively conserving huge swathes of Africa for future generations.

19/09/2023

A thrilling family adventure for the festive break

Make memories for the family on an exciting adventure around Costa Rica, spotting toucans in the rainforests of the Osa Peninsula, rafting in the highlands, exploring the Caribbean coast and the volcanic north, then relaxing on the beach on the Nicoya Peninsula.

With volcanoes, rainforests and three-toed sloths all vying for your attention – you will slip easily into the ‘pura vida’ laid-back way of life.

Images courtesy of Nantipa Beach Resort
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11/09/2023

Spend the festive season on your own private yacht with your loved ones!

December and January in the Galapagos is the warm season, with the temperature averaging around 27 °C. There are lots of interesting activities at this time including snorkeling with sea lion pups in the shallow waters, watching giant tortoise eggs start to hatch - and it is the last chance of the year to see the Waved Albatross before they head off.

One of our favouries are the beautiful Evolution Yacht, ideal for a larger family reunion, or the classic Grace Yacht for up to 16.

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08/09/2023

Dramatic Ethiopia

Ethiopia is a land of extremes, from snow-topped high plateaus of the Bale Mountains to the acid lakes of the Danakil Depression, the hottest place on Earth.

Explore this alien land by private helicopter, swooping across the desert and salt flats to land near the bubbling lakes with vibrant salt cones, geysers, sulphur deposits and pools of acid. Then, hike up the Erta Ale volcano to peer over the rim into its active lava lakes, known as the 'Gateway to Hell'.

04/09/2023

Renewal: Sri Lanka yoga wellness retreat

Santani in the Knuckles Mountains is a serene setting to take your self-healing journey with the ancient discipline of yoga. Santani has some of the best instructors in the world and experts in yoga philosophy - you will be guided to explore the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual dimensions of being, returning home rejuvenated.

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01/09/2023

Lodge to Lodge through Bolivia’s High Desert.

One of South America’s iconic adventures, the off-road journey between Chile and Bolivia from the world’s driest desert to its largest salt pan travels through some of the remotest terrain on the planet.

Make this crossing in considerable style, staying at Explora’s very comfortable lodges along the way, encountering otherworldly geology, bright-red soda lakes, cactus-studded islands and plenty of wildlife from herds of wild vicuña to flamingos.

Our Head of Latin America Mark knows this route intimately and, back in the 1990s, was the part of the first group to discover a deep canyon walled in by sarcophagus-shaped rock formations now known as the Valley of the Mummies (which he was given the honour of naming).

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