 | | | May 2011 | |  National Geographic Adventures: Unique Trips for the Active Traveler
| On a National Geographic Adventure, veer far off the beaten path, discovering wild landscapes on foot, on horseback, or by kayak.
Whether you're setting off across the Mongolian steppe on horseback, hiking the Andes on your way to Machu Picchu, or walking the width of England, you'll explore in small groups in the company of top guides. Get immersed in local cultures and, at the end of each action-packed day, unwind in cozy mountain lodges, charming hotels, or in tents beneath the stars.
2011 departures are filling up fast. Book now to reserve your space on these new adventures and check out the new 2012 dates that have just been added below!
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 | Travel in small groups of no more than 16 travelers. | | Enjoy daily adventures that are both physically active and culturally rewarding. | | Stay in ecolodges, small inns, or private camps chosen for their charm, comfort, and location. | | Explore with some of the best guides in each region. |
| |  Tanzania: Walking Safari With the Maasai
| 11 Days | 2011 Departure Dates: September 1, October 1
11 Days | 2012 Departure Dates: January 4, February 24, March 16,
11 Days | 2012 Departure Dates: June 30, December 16, December 29
Activity Level: Easy to Moderate
Price: from $4,595 | Set out on foot to experience the wild wonders of Tanzania from the unique perspective of the people who call it home: the Maasai and the Hadza bushmen. Complement your walking adventures with game drives in some of East Africa's most wildlife-rich areas: the Ngorongoro Crater and the legendary Serengeti. View the itinerary.
|  Hiking Patagonia
| 14 Days | 2011 Departure Dates: October 24, November 26, December 27
14 Days | 2012 Departure Dates: January 23, February 27, November 24,
14 Days | 2012 Departure Dates: December 22
Activity Level: Moderate to Strenuous
Price: from $5,495 |  | Patagonia's pristine beauty is preserved in two exceptionally scenic national parks: the Torres del Paine in Chile and Argentina's Los Glaciares. Set out to explore both on foot—from the black-tipped "horns" of Cuernos del Paine to the ice-clad pinnacles of Monte Fitz Roy. Cap off your hiking adventure with a day in beautiful Buenos Aires. View itinerary.
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at a glance: | | England Coast to Coast
| 13 Days | 2011 Departure Dates: July 24, September 25
13 Days | 2012 Departure Dates: May 27, June 17, July 1, July 22, August 26, September 9
Activity Level: Moderate
Price: from $4,195 |  | | Cross England on foot, hiking from the Irish Sea to the North Sea through the mystical landscapes of three national parks: the Lake District; the Yorkshire Dales; and the North York Moors. Along the way, discover ancient stone circles, medieval castles and monasteries, and the legendary charm of northern England. This is a moderate 137-mile hike, designed to take in the most beautiful and historic sections of Alfred Wainwright's famous 190-mile coast-to-coast walk. View itinerary.
| | Mongolian Horse Trek
| 14 Days | 2011 Departure Date: August 7
13 Days | 2012 Departure Dates: July 1, July 18, August 7
Activity Level: Moderate
Price: from $3,595 |  | | Immerse yourself in the Mongolian nomad's timeless way of life. Set out on a four-day trek on horseback, riding through fields of wildflowers across the vast steppe to sacred Mandal Mountain. Settle into a ger camp nestled in a lush, beautiful valley and spend time exploring on foot, visiting nomad families, and enjoying the gentle rhythms of nomadic life. Get an intimate, authentic look at the Naadam festival at a small village celebration. Photographer Thomas Kelly will join our local experts on all departures of this adventure. View itinerary.
| | Peru: Machu Picchu Inn to Inn
| 10 Days | 2011 Departure Dates: August 29, September 25, October 22
13 Days | 2012 Departure Dates: April 29, May 21, June 11, July 13, July 22, August 15, September 1, September 30
Activity Level: Moderate to Strenuous
Price: from $4,895 |  | | Wind your way from lodge to lodge through the luxuriant forests and snowcapped peaks of Peru's stunning Cordillera Vilcabamba. At the end of each day, settle into a picturesque mountain lodge to enjoy a soak in the hot tub, a cozy fire, and a delicious meal. Then venture deep into the mysteries of the Inca as we explore the breathtaking sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Peter Frost will join us for a talk on his work in Peru and dinner on select departures.View itinerary.
| | Tanzania: Kilimanjaro Climb
| 10 Days | 2011 Departure Dates: September 14, October 17, December 12
10 Days | 2012 Departure Dates: January 16, February 24, June 30, August 3, December 22
Activity Level: Ultimate Challenge
Price: from $4,095 |  | | Soaring above the rippling tea plantations and low hills of northeastern Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro (19,340 feet) is Africa's highest peak. Follow the less traveled Shira Route up the western slope, hiking eight days through the spectacular landscapes of five temperate zones. On this once-in-a-lifetime trek, take in extraordinary views extending hundreds of miles, and experience the sunrise from the roof of Africa. View itinerary.
| |  | | Andalucía is a land of soaring peaks and massive cathedrals, flamenco and guitar, and ancient mountain villages. Settle into Las Alpujarras and head out on day hikes into deep valleys blanketed with groves of olive, citrus, and almond trees. Then explore Spain's largest national park from our base at Cazorla, trekking along gushing rivers and into thick forests and dramatic gorges. Along the way, stay in beautiful paradores and immerse yourself in Andalucía's most magnificent cities: Seville, Granada, and Córdoba. View itinerary.
| | Hiking Italy's Dolomites
| 8 Days | 2011 Departure Dates: July 7, August 28
8 Days | 2012 Departure Dates: June 28, July 15, September 16
Activity Level: Moderate
Price: from $4,895 |  | | Italy's Dolomite mountains rise up like a cathedral of rock, full of rugged crags and breathtaking pinnacles. Hit the mountain trails to explore this UNESCO World Heritage site—one of the most unusual and least developed sections of the Alps. Walk through meadows blanketed by wildflowers, discover gemlike lakes, and stop for lunch in picturesque mountain huts, or rifugios. Visit charming Tyrolean villages where ancient language and customs prevail, and experience the unique combination of Austrian and Italian culture and cuisine. View itinerary.
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