17 Trips | By this: Operator - USD 2,000 > 4,000 |
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Ghana, Togo and Benin are home to an amazing diversity of
traditional cultures, from the once mighty kingdom of the Ashanti to
smaller groups living in isolation in the bush. Visit stilt villages and
see some of Africa's most magical ceremonies and rituals.
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Join the Wodaabe people for a week of traditional festivities and
immerse yourself in a culture that is one of the most traditional in all
of Africa. Few tourists venture this far into Chad and we can expect
to have a very intimate experience.
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Straddling both West and Central Africa, Cameroon is alive with the
traditions and customs of more than 250 different ethnic groups, a
cultural mix that is at once enchanting and more than a little
magical. This trip takes you to the heart of a country much
neglected by tourism.
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Explore the magical culture of the Yoruba and climb into the Idanre
Hills for glimpses of a lost world. Meet the Kamberi, one of Africa's
most traditional yet least known groups, and learn more about the
slave history of Badagry.
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Our Mauritania tour is an exciting, unique and surprising journey
through an utterly captivating land. Explore the wild Atlantic coast
and its remarkable wildlife. Meet the Imragen people who fish with
dolphins. Travel through stunning desert scenery to the lost cities of
the Sahara.
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Almost like a low key Zanzibar - without the tourists - the Comoros
combine the heritage of Swahili culture with dramatic scenery,
atmospheric towns and small country charm. Visit the three islands
and enjoy the sheer sense of adventure in being one of the least
visited countries in the world.
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Discover Djibouti and Somaliland, visiting the incredible landscapes
of Lac Assal and Lac Abbe, rock art at Las Geel and Dhagax
Khoure and the laid back Red Sea towns of Berbera and
Tadjourah. This is ideal for the Africa enthusiast looking for a truly
authentic experience.
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Explore the charming island of São Tomé, one of Africa's best-kept
secrets. Hike in pristine rainforest, watch turtles lay eggs on the
beach, discover picturesque fishing villages and immerse yourself
in the unique culture of this beautiful island nation.
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Discover the wild and untamed lands of southern Morocco and
the
Western Sahara, where nomadic traditions, picturesque kasbahs
and the raw beauty of the desert combine. Morocco is familiar to
many, but the Deep South is a world apart that has changed little
in
centuries.
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The largest country in Africa, Algeria stretches from the
Mediterranean to the depths of the Sahara, and has hosted some
of history's most important civilisations. This trip shows you the
many facets of a much maligned country, on a journey that takes
you back more than two thousand years
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Our Southern Algeria tour takes you on an expedition through the
stunning Tassili N'Ajjer, where we discover its unique lunar
landscapes and prehistoric rock art. Meet desert-dwelling Tuareg
communities and camp under the starts on this thrilling Saharan
adventure.
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The best of Eritrea, from its old colonial heritage to its lively
markets. Meet the traditional Kunama people, explore Asmara and
Massawa, and get to know a country that doesn't quite fit into the
usual ideas about Africa.
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The best of Ghana in under two weeks. Witness the colourful
Akwasidae festival, look for wildlife in Mole National Park, discover
traditional villages and explore Ghana's troubled history in the slave
castles of the coast.
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Explore the mainland and islands of Guinea-Bissau. Meet the
Pepel and Diola people, see their mask dances and visit the
villages of Manjaco in the country's remote north west. In the
Bijagos Islands look for hippos and turtles, relax on pristine
beaches and sail through the mangrove forests
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Senegal straddles the boundaries between the desert and the
tropics,a microcosm of West Africa. Discover the sacred town of
Touba and meet Fulani nomads. Explore the streets of St Louis,
and venture into the Casamance region, with ancient tribal
customs, sacred forests and animistic rituals.
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An ideal introduction to the treasures of Sudan. Explore the
pyramids of Meroe and Nuri, discover the many sites of Jebel
Barkal and visit traditional Nubian villages. Travel through
incredible desert scenery and cross the Nile, staying in
comfortable
accommodation each night.
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Explore Tunisia's hidden gems on this in depth journey. We visit
ancient Roman sites, epic Saharan landscapes, remote Berber
villages and unique mountain oases, to see the real Tunisia
beyond
the beaches. Challenge what you think you know about this small
but exciting country.
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