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Fact File
• 13 land days
• Maximum 16 travelers
• Start and finish in Havana
• All meals included
Highlights
• Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites – colonial
Trinidad, Old Havana, Cienfuegos and Vinales
Valley
• Visit 2 UNESCO Biosphere Reserves - Sierra del
Rosario & Zapata Marshlands
• Hike in the Escambray Mountains
• Classic Cuban experience with vintage cars and
the Tropicana Cabaret
• Visit a cigar factory
• Visits to primary school, maternity house and
seniors centre
• Salsa dance lesson
• Enjoy cultural and musical performances
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Havana
Day 2: Old Havana walking tour
Day 3: Sierra del Rosario Biosphere Reserve
Day 4: Viñales Valley, caves, tobacco fields
Day 5: To Zapata Marshlands, river cruise
Day 6: Cienfuegos city tour
Day 7: Trinidad tour, Ancon beach
Day 8: Afro-cuban Religion & Arts
Day 9: Escambray mountains, Santa Clara
Day 10: Santa Clara, Che Guevera monument
Day 11: Havana — Tropicana Cabaret
Day 12: Havana — a last glimpse,
Hemingway’s home
Day 13: Depart Havana
Departure Dates & Prices
Dec 04 – Dec 16, 2010 Dec 18 – Dec 30, 2010 Jan 08 – Jan 20, 2011 Jan 22 – Feb 03, 2011 Feb 12 – Feb 24, 2011 Feb 26 – Mar 10, 2011 Mar 12 – Mar 24, 2011 Aug 08 – Aug 20, 2011 Nov 07 – Nov 19, 2011 Dec 03 – Dec 15, 2011 Dec 17 – Dec 29, 2011 Jan 07 – Jan 19, 2012 Jan 21 – Feb 02, 2012 Feb 11 – Feb 23, 2012 Feb 25 – Mar 08, 2012 Mar 10 – Mar 22, 2012 Aug 08 – Aug 20, 2012 -
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Activity Level: 2
Comfort Level: Some long drives &
rough roads in Escambray Mountains.
Accommodations
Comfortable, well-located hotels with
private bathrooms throughout.
Discover Cuba – a Caribbean gem, now
less forbidden and naturally enticing for all
who desire to find a cultural oasis of warm,
generous people. Cuba’s riches go beyond
it’s vibrant culture and famous white sand
beaches to offer a rich natural landscape
which includes no less than 4 UNESCO World
Heritage Sites and 2 UNESCO Biosphere
Reserves. Be inspired by Cuba’s soulful
art, musical rhythms and vibrant dance.
Reconnect with Havana’s heyday of the 1950’s
with a ride in vintage cars on your way to a
performance at the Tropicana cabaret.
Enjoy a walking city tour through the streets
of old Havana; visit a cigar factory; walk
along paths in search of native bird life in the
national parks; lay back on white sand beaches;
explore the Colonial history of Trinidad and
most importantly, make contact with the
Cuban people who are eager to talk to visitors.
Our adventure maximizes our interaction with
the local people so you can learn first-hand
what life in Cuba is really like. Join us as we go
in search of the exotic culture of Cuba.
For combo trips, see page 124-125.
U.S. Travel To Cuba
ElderTreks is a Canadian based company
and does not hold a license that allows U.S.
citizens to legally visit Cuba. Therefore, any
U.S. citizens that participate in this tour
are soley responsible for any possible legal
implications thereof.
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Fact File
• 13 land days
• Start and finish in San José
• Includes 1 internal flight
Highlights
• Explore the jungle and canals of
Tortuguero National Park
• See Poas Volcano
• Walk on the Arenal Hanging Bridges
• Search for wildlife in Monteverde forest
• Enjoy the world-famous
Eco-Termales Hot Water Springs
• Explore Arenal Volcano Park
• Take a boat ride on Arenal Lake
• Experience a working ranch stay
• Visit Playa Nacascolo
• Visit Bralio Carrillo N.P., Costa Rica’s
largest National Park
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in San José
Day 2: To Tortuguero National Park via
Braulio Carrillo N.P., Tortuguero canals by boat
Day 3: Tortuguero National Park,
Tortuguero village tour, Atlantic Green Sea
Turtle Museum
Day 4: Fly to San Jose, Poas Volcano,
Arenal Volcano
Day 5: Explore Arenal Volcano Park,
hike along the Arenal Hanging Bridges,
Eco-Termales Hot Water Springs
Day 6: To Monteverde, Arenal Lake boat
trip to Rio Chiquito
Day 7: Monteverde Cloud Forest, nature
walk, bird watching, Butterfly Garden
Day 8: Guanacaste Province, cattle ranch stay
Day 9: Horseback excursion to Hot Springs,
Oropendola waterfalls
Day 10: Playa Nacascolo, Liberia sites
Day 11: Corobici River floating excursion
Day 12: Return to San Jose, coffee tour
Day 13: Depart San Jose
*Dec 19 – Jan 01, 2010/11Jan 30 – Feb 11, 2011 Aug 01 – Aug 13, 2011 Dec 19 – Dec 31 2011 Jan 30 – Feb 11, 2012 *Follows 2010 14 day itinerary
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Activity Level: 3
Comfort Level: Some rough roads and
long drives.
Accommodations
Costa Rica is an oasis of natural wonders —
volcanoes, rainforests, white sand beaches,
coral reefs and wildlife — all within a worldrenowned system of national parks that
protects more species of mammals and birds
than the continental U.S.A. and Canada
combined.
Our trip features Costa Rica’s natural
wonders, experienced through hikes and river
safaris. See the famous Monteverde Cloud
Forest, where you might spot a Resplendent
Quetzal as you hike along jungle trails.
At Arenal Volcano, watch lava flows as they
snake down the mountainside and visit EcoTermales Hot Springs for a satisfying soak
in the thermal pools. Cross the rainforest on
the incredible Arenal Hanging Bridges. The
highlight for many is the boat journey through
the extensive, wildlife-rich canal system of
Tortuguero National Park.
Travel north to the Guanacaste province to
experience a true working ranch. Get to know
the local Sabaneros (cowboys) of Costa Rica.
For active nature lovers seeking pristine
rainforest, exotic wildlife, active volcanoes
and superb birding, Costa Rica is the
perfect adventure destination.
For combo trips, see page 124-125.
Comfortable, well-located accommodations
including a Hacienda Ranch stay, with private
bathrooms throughout.
Jungle and canals of Tortuguero
Resplendent Quetzal
Call for our detailed itinerary: North America 1-800-741-7956 • UK 0808-234-1714 • www.eldertreks.com
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Fact File
• 8 days
• Start and finish in La Paz, Mexico
• Travel aboard the expedition ship, the
National Geographic Sea Bird
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: La Paz, drive to San Carlos and
embark ship
Days 2-4: Bahia Magdalena,
Zodiac excursions, gray whales
Day 5: Los Cabos, Gorda Banks, whale
and dolphin watching
Day 6: Islas Los Islotes and Espiritu
Santo, snorkeling, kayaking
Day 7: Exploring the Sea of Cortez,
whale watching, snorkeling, kayaking
Day 8: La Paz, disembark ship
Departure Dates
*Jan 22 – Jan 29, 2011
Jan 29 – Feb 05, 2011
*Feb 05 – Feb 12, 2011
Feb 12 – Feb 19, 2011
Feb 26 – Mar 05, 2011
*Mar 05 – Mar 12, 2011
Mar 12 – Mar 19, 2011
*Runs in reverse
Highlights
Price From: £3180
• Search for blue, humpback and fin whales
• Witness the migration of gray whales
• Encounter mother and calf gray whales up
close (certain departures only)
• See Magdalena Island — a 60-mile long
island comprised of enormous dunes
• Snorkel, scuba-dive and kayak in the
Sea of Cortez
• Search for bottlenose dolphins, sea lions,
blue-footed boobies, hummingbirds,
frigatebirds, woodpeckers, verdin and
other wildlife
• Enjoy frequent Zodiac excursions
Activity Level: 1
Comfort Level: Seas are rarely
rough. Zodiac landings required.
Accommodations
Aboard the National Geographic Sea
Bird, all cabins with private bathrooms.
Each winter, gray whales migrate
south from their Arctic feeding
grounds to breed and rear their young
in Baja California’s sheltered lagoons,
making it one of North America’s
premier whale watching sites.
During our days in the breeding
lagoons of Bahia Magdalena, we
venture among them in Zodiac
landing craft. This gives us a waterlevel perspective for whale watching
that is a rare privilege in the natural
world. And it positions us perfectly
for the increasingly common, friendly
encounters with these mammals that
we’ve shared with our guests.
Our expedition also offers naturalistguided walks on uninhabited desert
islands, swimming, snorkeling and
kayaking in the Sea of Cortez. The
itinerary remains flexible to make the
most of whale watching and wildlife
sightings.
Whales, dolphins, sea lions, birds
such as blue-footed boobies and
frigatebirds, huge Cardon cacti,
mangroves and sand dunes
are among the wonders you’ll
experience.
National geographic
sea bird
There are 31 outside cabins with
windows or portholes (lower deck
only) aboard. Each cabin has a private
bathroom, climate controls and ample
space for storage.
Special Features: Zodiac landing craft,
kayaks, snorkeling gear, wet suits,
guest email station, video microscope,
hydrophone and Splash-Cam.
Meals are served in the dining room
with fine views through panoramic
windows.
Maximum: 62 passengers, Registry:
United States, Length: 152 feet.
Zodiac excursion from our ship
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Fact File
• 13 days
• Start and finish in Quito
• All meals included on ship only
• Includes 2 internal flights
Highlights
• Visit Charles Darwin Research Station
• Search for unique wildlife including:
blue-footed boobies, tri-colored marine
iguanas, Galapagos penguins and giant
tortoises, just to mention a few
• Swimming and snorkeling
• Enjoy island excursions led by naturalists
• Explore Otavalo market and colonial Quito
• Enjoy a scenic train journey through the
Andes
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Quito
Day 2: City tour of Quito
Day 3: Otavalo market, train to Ibarra
and Salinas. Overnight in hacienda
Day 4: Explore Cuicocha Crater Lake,
Cotacachi village. Return to Quito
Day 5: Fly to Baltra, Galapagos Islands,
Santa Cruz
Day 6: Espanola Island, Suarez Point,
Garden Bay
Day 7: Floreana Island Cormorant Point
and Post Office Bay
Day 8: North Seymour Island, Santa Cruz
Island - hike to Dragon Hill
Day 9: Rabida Island - swimming and
snorkeling, Santiago Island
Day 10: Western islands - Fernandina and
Isabela
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Day 11: Bartolome Island, Santa Cruz
Island — Black Turtle Cove
Day 12: Baltra Island, Charles Darwin
Station, fly to Quito.
Day 13: Depart Quito
Departure dates
Departs every Saturday and Wednesday year
round.
Price from: £2550
Additional costs: National Park fee £65
and transit control fee £7.
Fuel surcharge may apply.
*Dates are not exclusive to ElderTreks. On the
boat, you may be joined by other international
passengers
*8 day cruise only available, please call for details.
An ElderTreks trip specialist will help to arrange
all extra services.
Activity Level: 3
Comfort Level: 2 days over 9,000 ft. in
Quito. Sea can be rough when crossing to the
western islands. Zodiac landings required.
Accommodations
7 nights on a small ship in the Galapagos (all
cabins have private bathrooms). On land,
comfortable accommodations with private
bathrooms throughout.
Exchange a curious glance with a blue-footed
boobie, admire stunning tri-colored marine
iguanas and watch the ever-playful sea
lions frolic in the surf. The non-preditorial
environment of Darwin’s Galapagos has
created a non-threatening, relaxed and magical
connection with wildlife unlike any other on
earth.
Our 13-day Galapagos adventure starts and
finishes in the colonial capital of Quito, nestled
in the Andes. Enjoy a visit to the Otavalo
Market and a train journey through spectacular
mountain scenery. The short flight to Baltra
delivers us to our comfortable yacht. Watch for
dolphins riding the bow, like oceanic messengers
taking us to our next equatorial volcanic island,
each with its unique endemic species perfectly
adapted to its environment. Pink flamingos,
Galapagos penguins, giant tortoises and a
myriad of birdlife, including the fish-stealing
frigate and the enormous albatross, are just
some of the wildlife we encounter during our
naturalist guided adventure.
Cool off with a refreshing ocean dip, or snorkel
with stingrays and view the fantastic underwater
world of sea turtles, dolphins, fluorescent
tropical fish and colorful coral gardens, before
departing for your next evolutionary marvel.
Important Note:
Few Galapagos journeys include the
seldom-visited western islands. ElderTreks
Galapagos adventure does include this
hard-to-get-to region, making our trip
unique and remote, and providing a
Darwinian experience second-to-none.
Extensions
(all based on double occupancy)
Amazon Rainforest
5 land days: Start and finish in Quito.
£640
Price: from
(Yachana Lodge)
Includes 2 flights.
M/Y Coral I and M/Y Coral II
For solo travelers
Please call our office for travel options.
Machu Picchu - from £760
6 land days: Start and finish in Cusco, Peru.
Domestic flights not included.
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• 23 land days
• Start in Lima and finish in Cusco
Highlights
• Hike the less traveled Salkantay Inca trail trek
(6 days)
• Explore Machu Picchu – UNESCO World
Heritage Site
• Hike in the stunning northern mountains
• Visit Sipan Museum
• Meet Taquile and Uros Indians
• Visit Inca cities: Cusco, Pisaq and Ollantaytambo
• Hike on Taquile Island, Lake Titicaca
• Visit ancient sites of Caral, Chan Chan, Chavin
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Lima
Day 2: Lima City Tour, 4500-year-old Caral
archeological site, to Barranca
Day 3: To Huaraz, travelling between
Cordillera Negra and Cordillera Blanca
Day 4: El Callejon de Huaylas, glacier
lakes Llanganuco, Sendero Maria Josefa
nature hike
Day 5: Chavin de Huantar (UNESCO)
Day 6: To Trujillo
Day 7: Chan Chan-Chimu culture, Temple
of the Moon-Moche culture
Day 8: Trujillo city tour, to Chiclayo
Day 9: Tumbas Reales Museum —
Sipan culture
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Day 10: Fly to Lima and Puno
Day 11: Boat to Taquile Island via Uros
“floating” Islands
Day 12: Taquile Island hike, to Puno
Day 13: Cross the Altiplano to Cusco
Day 14: Begin 6 day trek; Tarawasi ruins,
“Royal Path” trek, Salkantay Lodge
Day 15: Hike to glacial lake, Salkantay Lodge
Day 16: Hike to Rio Blanco valley, Vilcabamba
Range, Wayra Lodge
Day 17: Hike to Colpa Lodge
Day 18: Hike Santa Teresa River Valley,Llactapata
Inca Trail, Lucmabamba village, Lucma Lodge
Day 19: Hike to Llactapata ruins, view Machu
Picchu, train to Aguas Calientes
Day 20: Explore Machu Picchu, train to
Ollantaytambo
Day 21: Sacred Valley to Cusco
Day 22: Cusco City tour, Sacsayhuaman
and Tambo Machay
Day 23: Depart Cusco
Sep 07 – Sep 29, 2011 Sep 08 – Sep 30, 2012 -
£4895
£5095
Activity Level: 5
Comfort Level: 14 days over 9,000 feet.
Some rough/winding roads and long drives.
Accommodations
Comfortable hotels/lodges with private
bathrooms. One night homestay with
shared basic bathrooms on Taquile Island.
Trek lodges maximum 6 rooms, single
supplements not guaranteed all nights.
Peru offers some of the most impressive
archeological sites in the world and equally
stunning opportunities to hike past b
reathtaking
mountain peaks, glacial lakes and lush river
valleys. Visit the ancient lands of the Caral,
Chavin, Chimu, Moche and Inca. Trek in
the highest mountain range outside of the
Himalayas, the Cordillera Blanca with 22
summits of over 19,000 feet. No Peru hiking
adventure is complete without hiking a true
Inca trail. Our ultimate 6-day lodge-to-lodge
Salkantay Inca Trail will give you that journey,
culminating in a visit to the UNESCO World
heritage site of Machu Picchu.
We begin by exploring the captial city of Lima
before departing along the coastal desert to
Barranca and the 4500 year old ruins of Caral.
Spectacular mountain scenery begins as we head
inland to the Cordillera Negra and Cordillera
Blanca with the city of Huaraz nestled between.
The exceptional scenery is matched by the feat
of engineering of the Chavin Culture in creating
the tunnels and temples from 1200 BC. See
Chiclayo and Trujillo and the ancient Mochica’s
Lord of Sipan, the pyramids at Tucume and the
adobe temples of Chan Chan. Visit the heart
of the Inca empire, Cusco and climb the Sacred
Valley’s fortresses of Pisaq and Ollantaytambo.
From Puno we travel by boat to the unique reed
“floating islands” of the Uros people and stay in
a family guesthouse on Taquile Island where we
can hike over terraces and past small villages with
tranquil views over Lake Titicaca.
Our 6-day lodge-to-lodge trek combines superb
scenery, comfortable lodges and great food while
avoiding the crowds of the “other” more common
Inca trail. Meet the local Quechua as we traverse
from high Andes to lush river valleys through nine
different biozones. Discover remote ruins along the
trails connecting these ancient routes and end your
trekking day in the best of E
lderTreks’ adventure
style - with a glass of wine in a warm jacuzzi! Our
Peru trekking program is an adventure on many
levels, one of the most strenuous and certainly one
of the most rewarding.
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Fact File
• 22 land days
• Start in Lima and finish in Cusco
Highlights
• Explore Peru’s remote northern Andes
• Visit the Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum
• Visit the ancient adobe city of Chan Chan
• Explore Arequipa — a UNESCO World
Heritage Site
• Enjoy the Nazca Lines by scenic flight
• See the condors rising above the
Colca Canyon
• Meet Taquile and Uros Indians
• Visit the old Inca capital of Cusco
• Take a train to Machu Picchu — a
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Day 1: Arrive in Lima
Day 2: Lima city tour,
fly to Cajamarca in the northern Andes
Day 3: Cajamarca city tour, Cumbemayo
Aqueduct and Inca Baths
Day 4: To Chiclayo
Day 5: Pyramids of Tucume, Royal Sipan
Museum – Mochica culture
Day 6: To Trujillo, city sights walking tour
Day 7: Chan Chan — adobe city of the
Chimu, Temple of the Moon, fly to Lima
Day 8: Pachacamac Temple, to Ica
Day 9: Ballestas Island wildlife reserve,
Nazca Lines scenic flight
Day 10: To Arequipa
Day 11: Arequipa city sights, Santa
Catalina Monastery
Day 12: To Colca, hot springs
Day 13: Cruz del Condor Colca Canyon,
Mirador del Choquetico to Puno
Day 14: Lake Titicaca, Uros floating
islands, Taquile Island, hike to village,
homestay
Day 15: Visit weavers, return to Puno
Day 16: To Cusco
Day 17: Cusco city sights
Day 18: Sacred Valley — Ollantaytambo,
Pisaq hike
Day 19: Train to Machu Picchu, tour
Day 20: Machu Picchu, return to Cusco
Day 21: Chincheros village weavers
Day 22: Depart Cusco
Enjoy a flight over the Nazca Lines
— remnants of a civilization that
prospered thousands of years ago.
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage
Site of Arequipa, discovering its city sites
on foot. Travel to the Colca Canyon,
where we visit Cruz del Condor to watch
condors gliding over the rugged
canyon rim.
Activity Level: 3
Comfort Level: 12 days over 9,000
Accommodations
ElderTreks’ Peru adventure is easily one
of the most comprehensive journeys to
this diverse Andean paradise.
£3650
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£3995
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bathrooms. 1 night homestay with shared
basic bathrooms on Taquile Island, single
supplement not available on Taquile.
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Visit the Pyramids at Tucume and the
temples of Chan Chan. Travel south to
the Paracas Peninsula, where we take a
boat to the volcanic islands of Ballestas,
a wildlife refuge for sea lions, Inca terns,
Humboldt penguins and large flocks of
gannets and pelicans.
Visit the floating islands of Uros on Lake
Titicaca enroute to Taquile Island
where we explore hilltop shrines and
commune with the Taquile Indians.
Explore the old streets of Cusco, lined
with Incan-era stone walls. Travel by train
down the gorge of the roaring Urubamba
River to Machu Picchu — a phenomenal
archeological site, only recently declared
one of the Ancient Wonders of the World.
For the more adventurous, hike the steep
trail up Huayna Picchu for a spectacular
view over the ruins of Machu Picchu.
Mar 13 – Apr 03, 2011 Oct 03 – Oct 24, 2011 Mar 13 – Apr 03, 2012 -
Uros Indian, Lake Titicaca
Starting in Lima, we begin our adventure
with a flight to the northern, charming,
mountain city of Cajamarca. See the
ancient Cumbemayo Aqueduct and
Inca Baths and continue on to Chiclayo
and Trujillo to learn about the ancient
Mochica’s Lord of Sipan, one of the most
important archaeological discoveries of
the last century.
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Day 7: Fly to El Calafate
Day 8: Perito Moreno Glacier
Day 9: To Torres del Paine National
Park, Chile, estancia visit
Day 10: Nordenskjold, Grey Lakes
Day 11: To Puerto Natales
Day 12: Fly to Puerto Montt
Day 13: Volcanoes, Laguna Verde
Day 14: Fly to Santiago de Chile
Day 15: Valparaiso, Viña del Mar
Day 16: Maipo Valley, wine tasting
Day 17: Depart Santiago
Jan 30 – Feb 15, 2011Jan 07 – Jan 23, 2012-
£4195
£4295
Activity Level: 2
Comfort Level: Some long drives.
Accommodations
• 17 land days
• Start in Buenos Aires, Argentina,
finish in Santiago, Chile
Highlights
• Navigate along Perito Moreno Glacier
• Explore Torres del Paine National Park
• Enjoy tango lessons and show
• Visit an authentic estancia
• Explore Tierra del Fuego and the
Beagle Channel
• See Magellanic and Gentoo penguins
• See the Osorno, Calbuco, Puntiagudo and
Tronador Volcanoes
• Travel through the Chilean Lake District
• Enjoy wine tasting in the Maipo Valley
Comfortable hotels with private
bathrooms. Single occupancy may not be
available all nights.
Stunning glaciers, turquoise lakes, extinct
volcanoes, Zodiac adventures, wine tasting
and tango lessons are just a few of the
amazing highlights of this Patagonia
adventure!
Begin in the cosmopolitan city of Buenos
Aires, Argentina where we learn the
sensuous tango and visit the Tigre Delta.
Fly to the “end of the earth”, Ushuaia, and
explore the Beagle Channel and Tierra
del Fuego National Park. There, we visit
Magellanic and Gentoo penguin rookeries.
Patagonia is a nature lover’s delight for its
incredibly remote and beautiful scenery and
unique fauna. Visit Los Glaciares National
Park, cruise along the Perito Moreno Glacier
and cross into Chile to Torres del Paine
National Park. Explore the Chilean Lakes
District, discover Laguna Verde and see the
vibrant green Petrohue Falls before flying
to Santiago. Explore the sites of Santiago
and enjoy wine tasting in the world-famous
Maipo Valley to round out this amazing
adventure.
Extension
Iguazu Falls
3 land days: Known as Big Water to the
locals, Iguazu Falls is one of the greatest
natural wonders in the world. With 275
cascades spread in a horseshoe shape, the
water falls 264 feet in a thunderous roar. See
it from the Brazilian and Argentine sides.
Start and finish in Iguazu.
Price: from
£640
Easter Island Turn to page 90
Cruise Tierra Del Fuego Turn to page 89
Machu Picchu Lodge to Lodge Trekking
Turn to page 89
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2: Buenos Aires city sites
Day 3: Tigre Delta
Day 4: Fly to Ushuaia, city tour
Day 5: Tierra del Fuego, Beagle Channel
Day 6: Gable Island, Martillo Island —
penguin rookery, zodiac tour
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Torres del Paine
Highlights
santiago
CHILE
buenos aires
ARGENTINA
• Enjoy a walking tour of Buenos Aires
• Hike to Mount Fitzroy
• Explore Perito Moreno Glacier
• Hike in Torres del Paine National Park
• Experience life on a working estancia
• Explore Las Colonias from our Eco Camp
• Penguins at the Strait of Magellan
Daily Itinerary
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• 16 land days
• Start in Buenos Aires, Argentina, finish
in Punta Arenas, Chile
• Includes 1 internal flight
Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2: Buenos Aires city sites
Day 3: Tigre Delta
Day 4: Fly to El Calafate, drive to
Chalten, Fitzroy National Park
Day 5: Trek to Mount Fitzroy
Day 6: Hike to Laguna Torre
Days 7-8: Eco Camp Las Colonias
Peninsula, Cerro Cristal hike
Day 9: Perito Moreno Glacier in Glacier
National Park — a UNESCO World
Heritage Site, estancia
Day 10: Life on a true working ranch, the
estancia
Day 11: To Torres del Paine National
Park, Chile
Day 12: Grey Glacier, Pehoe Lake,
Salto Grande Waterfall
Day 13: Trek through Torres del Paine
National Park, Tower Peaks views
Day 14: To Punta Arenas
Day 15: Penguin reserve, Isla Magdalena
Day 16: Depart Punta Arenas
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£3495
£3495
£3650
Activity Level: 5
Comfort Level: Some rough roads
and long drives. Windy and cool hiking
conditions.
Accommodations
Comfortable accommodations. 2 nights in
an Eco Camp in large 2 person domes with
floors, twin beds and shared bathrooms.
Single occupancy may not be available all
nights.
Travel to the end of the world and experience
the most stunning panoramas on earth —
snow-capped peaks, arid plateaus, crashing
glaciers and turquoise lakes are among
Patagonia’s greatest natural wonders.
Our 16-day adventure travels through one of
the planet’s wildest spaces, revealing nature in
its primordial splendor. We begin by exploring
the sophisticated capital of Buenos Aires before
flying to Calafate. Spend three days in Fitzroy
National Park hiking through gorges, alongside
glaciers and through forests to reach the famed
Mount Fitzroy.
Leaving the park behind, journey to the Las
Colonias Peninsula which we explore from our
Eco Camp. Stay on a working estancia (ranch) set
against the snow-peaked Andes Mountains.
Explore Glacier National Park — a UNESCO
World Heritage Site — and spend a full day
along the edge of Perito Moreno Glacier, one of
the greatest natural attractions in the Americas.
Crossing into Chile, breathe the “cleanest air
in the world” at Torres del Paine National Park
and hike up to the viewpoint to take in the
awesome granite spires of the Blue Towers.
Our journey concludes in Punta Arenas.
Extension
Cruise Tierra Del Fuego
5 days: Explore the southernmost region of
Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego. Sail through
the Strait of Magellan and the Beagle Channel
exploring fjords, glaciers, bays and islands.
Start in Punta Arenas, finish in Ushuaia (or
vice-versa).
Price: from £1590
Machu Picchu Lodge-to-Lodge Trek,
Peru
7 day extension trekking to Machu Picchu in
stunning Andes mountain scenery, without
the crowds while staying in comfortable
lodges. Start and finish in Cusco.
Price: from £1820
Easter Island Turn to page 90
Iguazu Falls Turn to page 87
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Fact File
• 22 land days
• Start in Buenos Aires, Argentina, finish in
Santiago, Chile
Highlights
• Explore Colonia, Buenos Aires, Cachi,
Salta, San Pedro and Santiago
• Talampaya & Ischigualasto National Parks
• Shincal Inca Ruins
• Torino Winery
• 3-day trek, camping
• Traverse the Andes
• Explore Atacama Desert, Valley of the
Moon, Tatio Geysers, Laguna Colorada
Vicunas
Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires
Day 2: Buenos Aires city tour
Day 3: Ferry crossing to Colonia, Uruguay
Day 4: Fly to La Rioja
Day 5: Talampaya National Park
Day 6: The Triassic Park of
Ischigualasto, dinosaur fossils
Day 7: Miranda Gorge, Mythical Inca
Ruins of Shincal
Day 8: The Indian Ruins of Quilmes
Day 9: Rio De Las Conchas, Cafayate
Day 10: Las Flechas Gorge, Cachi
Day 11: Depart for 3-day trek
Day 12: Hiking and riding through
Argentina’s Wild West
Day 13: Final day of trekking, Obispo
Gorge, to Salta
Day 14: Salta
Day 15: Rainforest walk, the
indigenous villages of the north
Day 16: Traversing the Andes
Day 17: The Atacama Desert,
Valley of the Moon
Day 18: Atacama Desert, Tatio Geysers
Day 19: Bolivia: geysers and the
flamingos of Laguna Colorada
Day 20: Puritama Hotsprings
Day 21: To Calama, fly to Santiago
Day 22: Depart Santiago
Mar 14 – Apr 04, 2011 Mar 14 – Apr 04, 2012-
£3795
£3995
Visit four South American countries —
Argentina, Uruguay, Chile and Bolivia:
regions with fascinating indigenous
cultures, active volcanoes and geysers,
sublime landscapes and snow-capped peaks.
Walk through numerous pre-Columbian
villages and ruins, visit superb wine regions
or search for guanaco and vicuna herds
roaming the high altiplano.
Drive over spectacular Andean passes and trek
through remote gorges and valleys — home
to estancias (ranches) which bring to life the
romanticized images of the hard-working
Gauchos — reminiscent of the Wild West of
the mid-1800s.
What makes this journey even more
impressive is the fact that these hidden
treasures remain virtually undiscovered by
tourists. This itinerary is perfect for anyone
looking for an active trekking adventure to
little-known regions of South America.
Extension
Easter Island 5 land days: Visit this isolated
volcanic island known for the large sculpted
heads found throughout the island.
Start and finish in Hanga Roa.
Price: from £640
Iguazu Falls Turn to page 87
Cruise Tierra Del Fuego Turn to page 89
Machu Picchu Lodge to Lodge Trekking
Turn to page 89
Activity Level: 5
Comfort Level: 4 travel days and 1
night over 9,000 ft. Some rough/dusty,
winding roads and long drives.
Accommodations
Comfortable hotels and lodges with
private bathrooms. 2 nights camping
in the mountains with basic bathrooms
during the 3 day trek. Single occupancy
may not be available all nights.
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Fact File
• 15 land days
• Start in Manaus and finish in Rio de
Janeiro
Highlights
• Enjoy a 4-day Amazon Cruise
• Travel to Anavilhanas Archipelago
• Spend 5 days in the Pantanal — premier
wildlife viewing
• Explore Iguazu Falls — view Brazilian and
Argentine sides
• Enjoy 3 days in Rio de Janeiro
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Manaus
Day 2: Manaus — Indian Museum, Opera
House; start of Amazon River safari
Day 3: Anavilhanas Archipelago
Day 4: Praia Grande,
Jacareubal region
Day 5: Longboat trip, return to
Manaus, fly to Campo Grande
Day 6: Drive to the Pantanal
Day 7: Pantanal Wilderness Adventure,
birdwatching
Day 8: Hiking, horseback riding and
canoeing in the Pantanal
Day 9: Pantanal — wildlife exploration,
including nighttime excursions
Day 10: Fly to Iguazu Falls
Day 11: Iguazu Falls —
Argentine side, walk over falls
Day 12: Iguazu Falls — Brazilian side,
fly to Rio de Janeiro
Day 13: Rio de Janeiro, Corcovado,
Tijuca Forest tour
Day 14: Rio de Janeiro —
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Day 15: Depart Rio de Janeiro
Mar 01 – Mar 15, 2011 - £3075
Sep 21 – Oct 05, 2011 - £3145
Mar 01 – Mar 15, 2012 - £3195
Domestic (group) flights are not
included but must be purchased in
conjuction with this trip. Please budget
approx. £890
Activity Level: 2
Comfort Level: Some rough roads.
Accommodations
Comfortable hotels and lodges, all with
private bathrooms. 3 nights on the
Amazon Clipper (a riverboat) with lower
and upper berths and 4 nights at an
ecolodge.
Cruise along the gentle tributaries of the
Amazon; witness Iguazu Falls’ crushing
strength as torrents fall through the Devil’s
Throat; travel to the Pantanal, one of the
richest biological zones on earth and finish
the journey in Rio, one of the world’s most
beautiful cities.
We cruise along the Amazon up to
the Anavilhanas Archipelago aboard a
comfortable riverboat. The Amazon Basin is
a river-sea and vast forest covering over half
of Brazil. The region is one of the earth’s
greatest natural masterpieces and features
50,000 miles of navigable waterways, the
earth’s largest forest and over 15,000
animal species.
In the Pantanal, the world’s largest inland
marsh, explore wetlands in search of wildlife
by day, and rest comfortably in an ecolodge
by night. Our journey continues south to
Iguazu Falls for a panoramic view from the
Brazilian side and an up-close, misty look
from the Argentine side. Iguazu certainly
lives up to its name, which means
“big water” in the local Indian dialect.
Changing scene from Brazil’s natural
wonders, we move to the urban highlights of
Rio de Janeiro and spend three exciting
days in this “Cidade Maravilhosa,” touring
the major sites and relaxing in the
tropical climate of one of the world’s most
spectacular cities.
Extension
Lencois Maranhenses
5 land days: The only desert in the world
with thousands of small lakes, this area is
truly unique.
Take a boat trip along the Preguicas River,
visit local Indian fishing villages and explore
the restored colonial city of Sao Luis.
Start and finish in Sao Luis.
Price: from
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• 17 land days
• Start and finish in Caracas
Highlights
• Explore Hato El Cedral and the abundant
wildlife of the Llanos
• Fly to Mérida in the Andes Mountains
• Visit the Pemón villages of Kavak and
Kamarata
• Explore Canaima Lagoon and the
Orinoco Delta
• Witness the spectacular beauty of Angel Falls
by scenic flight, on foot and by river boat
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Caracas
Day 2: Caracas sites, cable car
Day 3: Fly to Mérida
Day 4: Mérida sights, Santo Domingo
Days 5-6: Llanos plains, Hato El Cedral
Days 7: Fly to Ciudad Bolivar
Days 8: Scenic flight over Angel Falls to
Uruyén Lodge, Canaima National Park
Day 9: Kavak, Pemón village
Day 10: Kamarata village, Angel Falls flight
to Canaima, Sapo and El Hacha Falls
Day 11: Angel Falls by motorized canoe,
hike to base of Angel Falls
Day 12: Return to Canaima, fly to Ciudad
Bolivar, Rancho San Andres
Day 13: Orinoco Delta, Warao village
Day 14: Orinoco Delta, river excursion
Day 15: To Ciudad Bolivar
Day 16: Caracas
Day 17: Depart Caracas
£3795
£3895
Activity Level: 3
Comfort Level: Some rough roads
and long travel days.
Accommodations
bathrooms. 1 night camping at Angel
Falls with shared bathrooms.
The lost world of Venezuela is a
destination with snow-capped peaks
of the Andes, abundant wildlife in the
Llanos, lush jungle, indigenous tribes,
interesting colonial history and friendly
South American hospitality. Venezuela’s
greatest natural attraction is the
world’s highest waterfall, magnificent
Angel Falls. Not only is Venezuela one
of South America’s undiscovered travel
gems, but a must see destination for
adventure travelers.
From the capital of Caracas, we fly to
Mérida, which offers typical Andean
culture and scenery, and is situated high
in the mountains. We then descend to
the wildlife rich sanctuary in the plains
of the Llanos, leaving behind the snowcovered peaks of the Andes.
see the breathtaking view of sunset and
sunrise on Angel Falls.
Unlike many tour operators, ElderTreks
provides various opportunities to see
Angel falls by scenic flight, on foot and
by locally-made canoes. At almost 1
kilometer high, 3280 feet, the sheer
size and height of the falls cannot be
expressed through mere words or photos
and must truly be seen up close to be
fully appreciated.
We will encounter indigineous tribes,
including the Pemón Indians of Canaima
and also the Warao or “Canoe People”
of the Orinoco Delta. The Delta is an
intricate labyrinth of waterways weaving
through the jungle and supports
extremely rich and varied wildlife
including jaguar, puma, ocelot, red
howler and capuchin monkeys, capybara,
giant otters, manatee, dolphins and
anacondas as well as extensive birdlife.
From the world’s highest waterfall, to
the peaks of the Andes Mountains, the
lush rainforest, indigenous tribes and
abundant wildlife make this journey
nothing short of an absolutely epic
adventure.
Our next destination is the world’s
highest waterfall, Angel Falls, situated
in the vast, pristine jungles of Canaima
National Park, which feature a unique
geological feature known as “Tepuis“
or tabletop mountains. We see many
of the parks’ spectacular waterfalls
and rivers which beautifully carve
and shape the stunning landscape of
Canaima. We will enjoy these beautiful
surroundings during our scenic flight
and 3 hour boat journey through
Canaima’s jungle enroute to Angel Falls.
We overnight on the river close to the
falls which offers the oppourtunity to
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Exploratory Trip
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• 15 land days
• Start in Whitehorse, Yukon and finish in
Anchorage, Alaska
Highlights
• Search for Grizzly bears, caribou, whales
• Enjoy hiking almost every day
• Enjoy scenic ferry crossing
• Visit Prince William Sound
• Worthington, Columbia & Matanuska Glaciers
• Kenai Fjords, Seward boat excursion
• Enjoy whale watching cruise
• Search for wildlife in Denali & Kluane
National Parks
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive into Whitehorse, Yukon
Day 2: Whitehorse to Skagway, Alaska
Day 3: Ferry through Lynn Canal to Haines,
Chilkat State Park
Days 4-5: Kluane National Park, Yukon
Day 6: Beaver Creek Border crossing, Tok,
Kluane Lake and Mount Wallace (Sheep
Mountain)
Days 7: Valdez, Wrangell, St. Elias, Worthington
Glacier
Days 8: Prince William Sound, Columbia
Glacier, Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward boat
excursion
Day 9: Exit Glacier, whale watching cruise
Days 10-11: Palmer, Matanuska Glacier,
Winner Creek Gorge
Day 12: Denali National Park
Day 13: Game drive through Denali National Park
Day 14: Anchorage sights
Day 15: Depart Anchorage
Departure Date & Price
Jul 31 – Aug 14, 2011 Jul 31 – Aug 14, 2012 -
£4475
£4795
Activity Level: 3/4
Comfort Level: Some long drives.
Accommodations
Comfortable lodges with private
bathrooms.
Yukon, one of Canada’s northernmost
territories within the Arctic Circle.
Homeland of American Indians and Inuit,
Yukon is one of North America’s largest
remaining wild regions. It is also where
the unexpected occurs. Kluane N.P. is
one of unceasing beauty with its pine tree
forests, wide glacial valleys, tundra setting
and its glacier-peaked mountain range, home
to a population of wolves, grizzly bears,
salmon and eagles. Alaska as the ultimate
wilderness destination is bequeathed with
majestic mountain tops, dazzling coastal
scenery, the highest summits and largest
glaciers in North America (5000 of them)
and endless horizons of blue sky and sheer
space. This is a magical land with a special
allure that captures the imagination of anyone
who is fortunate enough to venture beyond
its borders. Nothing can prepare you for
the grandeur of such scenes nor the scale,
everything in Alaska is huge! With a total
area of 591,000 square miles (1,5 million
square km’s) and 45,000 miles (72,000
km’s) of coastline. Superior walking terrain
beckons from the wilds of Denali N.P. to
Matanuska Glacier. Here creaking glaciers
spill from an ocean of snow-capped peaks.
For a contrast, discover the maritime beauty
of its stunning coastline at the Kenai Fjords
N.P. Wildlife varieties far outweigh the tiny
human population - 550,000 Alaskans share
their land with more then 600,000 caribou
and 40,000 grizzlies. Wolves and black bears
roam the land, sea-lions and whales trawl the
coasts and bald eagles soar in the vast skies
above. Experience northern walking as you
have never experienced it before - The Great
Outdoors indeed.
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Fact File
• 7 days
• Start in Petersburg, finish in Juneau
• All meals on board included
• Travel aboard a classic motor yacht, the
M/V Catalyst (equipped with Zodiacs
and kayaks)
Highlights
• Hike on glacial moraines
• Witness crashing icebergs at Dawes Glacier
• See breathtaking scenery of mountains,
fjords and glaciers
• Journey into Ford’s Terror
• Search for humpback and orca whales,
grizzly bears, sea lions and Bald eagles
• Experience the beauty & wildlife of
Alaska’s Inside Passage up close;
Our classic yacht provides a natural
experience which is not possible on a
large cruise ship
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Petersburg - board the M/V
Catalyst, to Frederick Sound, Thomas Bay,
Baird Glacier, kayaking
Day 2: Frederick Sound, the Brothers
Islands, whale watching is possible every day
Day 3: Admiralty Island - Kootznoowoo
Wilderness, estuarine river, bear watching
Day 4: Stephens Passage, Dawes Glacier,
Ford’s Terror, gold rush history
Day 5: Ford’s Terror by kayak and on foot
Day 6: Holkolm Bay, Tlingit culture,
Captain’s Ball
Day 7: Gastineau Channel to Juneau
*May 29 – Jun 04, 2011
Jul 03 – Jul 09, 2011
*Aug 07 – Aug 13, 2011
Price from: £2480
Based on twin share.
Dates are not exclusive to ElderTreks.
* Reverse itinerary
ElderTreks strongly recommends you arrive
in Petersburg at least one day before your
cruise departure. We will be happy to assist
you with hotel reservations.
Activity Level: 2
Comfort Level: Sea can be rough.
Zodiac landings required.
Accommodations
Aboard a motor yacht, the M/V Catalyst.
Cabins 1 & 6 – twin share, private
bathrooms with shower.
Cabins 2 & 3 – twin share, shared
bathrooms and shower.
Cabin 4 – small single, shared bathrooms
and shower.
Cabin 5 – quad share, shared bathrooms
and shower.
This cruise offers a diverse view of southeast
Alaska, from fishing towns to wilderness
solitude, from islands to glacial fjords. Our
goal is to provide the most remote wilderness
experience possible while enjoying the
amenities of our wandering home. Aboard
the M/V Catalyst, the dynamic between
passengers and crew is more intimate than
cruise ships, adding considerably to the
quality of the adventure.
of our clients.
This glacial wilderness supports a diversity
of wildlife (particularly good in August) as
varied as the landscape. On water, there is
the probability of sighting humpback whales,
orca, porpoise and stellar sea lions as well
as numerous sea birds. On land, we may see
black bears, brown bears and mountain goats,
just to name a few.
There are some great halibut holes along the
way, and during the right time of year there is
the possibility for salmon. We average three to
four hours of travel per day, allowing plenty of
opportunity for exploring by foot and by kayak.
M/V Catalyst
The 74-foot Catalyst was the first
oceanographic research vessel of the
University of Washington. In 1932, the
M/V Catalyst cruised through the Inside
Passage and across the Gulf of Alaska.
During WWII, the Catalyst patrolled the
Aleutian Islands for Japanese submarines.
It has cruised the waters of Alaska, Baja
California and Hawaii.
The yacht was constructed of white oak, Alaskan
yellow cedar, Douglas fir, teak and Australian
ironwood. Classic accommodations include cozy,
private staterooms, a tidy galley and a warm
wood-paneled salon. With the heartbeat of her
slow-turning, rugged diesel engine chugging
in the background, the pace aboard a Catalyst
cruise is relaxed and unhurried.
Registry: Alaska, Tonnage (GRT): 110 tons.
Dawes Glacier
While we have a planned itinerary, each trip
differs slightly depending upon the time of
the tidal currents, the weather conditions,
wildlife viewing opportunities and the wishes
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conditions and wildlife sightings)
Day 3: Juan Perez Sound, Lyell Island,
Windy Bay
Day 4: Hotspring Island, Burnaby Narrows
Day 5: Sgan Gwaii, Totems of Ninstints —
a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Day 6: Sgan Gwaii and its wildlife
Days 7-9: Sailing in the Queen
Charlotte Islands
Day 10: Depart Sandspit late afternoon.
Fact File
• 10 days (8 sailing days)
• Start and finish in Sandspit
• All meals on board included
• Travel aboard the Island Roamer, a
comfortable sailboat (equipped with
Zodiac and kayaks)
Highlights
• Visit Ninstints, the world’s best standing
collection of original totem poles &
UNESCO site
• Visit Hotspring Island and relax in the
warm pools
• Explore intertidal life in Burnaby Narrows
• Learn about Haida culture and history
• Look for whales, bears, deer, bald eagles,
sea birds and much more
* May 06 – May 15, 2011
* May 22 – May 31, 2011
* May 31 – Jun 09, 2011
* Jun 08 – Jun 17, 2011
† Jun 25 – Jul 03, 2011
† Jul 02 – Jul 10, 2011
† Jul 16 – Jul 24, 2011
† Jul 24 – Aug 01, 2011
† Jul 31 – Aug 08, 2011
† Aug 15 – Aug 23, 2011
* 10 day itinerary - $4465 CAD
† 9 day itinerary - $4200 CAD
Please call for GBP
price.
Plus Canadian Harmonized Sales Tax.
Price includes the park entry fee.
Dates are not exclusive to ElderTreks.
On the boat, you may be joined by other
international passengers.
Activity Level: 2
Comfort Level: Sea can be rough.
Daily Itinerary
Zodiac landings required.
Day 1: Arrive in Sandspit, overnight
Day 2: Skidegate Haida Reserve longhouses
and totems; traditional lunch at a local home;
board the Island Roamer and set sail, visit
abandoned Haida villages along the way; (the
Aboard the Island Roamer. Cabins are small but
comfortable, with shared bathrooms. The first
night is spent in Sandspit.
The Island Roamer
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Ninstints
This natural history sailing trip explores Gwaii
Haanas National Park Reserve in the southern
Queen Charlotte Islands. These islands form
a unique archipelago situated (50 miles/80
kilometers) west of Prince Rupert on British
Columbia’s Northwest coast. Often referred to as
Canada’s own “Galapagos”, the Queen Charlotte
Islands have a unique vegetation, wildlife and
cultural history that has evolved in relative
isolation over the last several thousand years.
Evidence suggests that parts of the islands
remained unglaciated during the last 10,000
years, offering refuge for animals and plants. The
area is geologically active and has seen massive
fluctuations in sea levels. The islands are the
epicenter of Haida culture, and Gwaii Haanas
was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. During this spectacular adventure, you will
have the opportunity to visit sacred sites, feel
the solitude of the wilderness and experience the
wildlife and of course Haida culture.
The Island Roamer
The Island Roamer is a custom 68-foot ketch,
launched in 1983. The boat’s design, safety
and comfort make it particularly well-suited
for providing wildlife and wilderness trips
for up to 16 guests. It features 8 private
cabins (double occupancy), 3 heads with hot
showers, a large comfortable lounge with an
extensive library and a well-equipped galley.
On deck, the large covered seating area
provides protection in all types of weather.
The boat is large enough for comfort and
privacy and small enough to create a good
rapport among the passengers and crew.
The Island Roamer is a certified Canadian Ministry
of Transport passenger vessel with all of the safety
equipment and electronic navigation aids.
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• 7 land days
• Start and finish in Banff, Alberta
• Includes shuttle from Banff to helipad
and helicopter flight to/from lodges
• Hike in pristine, remote wilderness
• Helicopter flights to/from lodges to
hiking areas
• Tailor your own hikes — easy or hard,
long or short
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Depart from Banff by bus to
helipad; helicopter flight to your lodge
in the Bobbie Burns range; afternoon
helicopter and hike
Days 2-3: Full days of heli-hiking;
exploring the Bobbie Burns range
Day 4: Fly to Grizzly Ridge and trek to
the Bugaboo Lodge
Days 5-6: Heli-hiking; exploring the
Bugaboos
Day 7: Depart by helicopter to the helipad; bus to Banff or Calgary airport
Jul 06 - Jul 12, 2011
Jul 09 - Jul 15, 2011
Jul 12 - Jul 18, 2011
Jul 15 - Jul 21, 2011
Jul 18 - Jul 24, 2011
Jul 21 - Jul 27, 2011
Jul 24 - Jul 30, 2011
Jul 30 - Aug 05, 2011
Aug 05 - Aug 11, 2011
Aug 11 - Aug 17, 2011
Aug 14 - Aug 20, 2011
Aug 17 - Aug 23, 2011
Aug 20 - Aug 26, 2011
Aug 23 - Aug 29, 2011
Aug 26 - Sep 01, 2011
Aug 29 - Sep 04, 2011
Sep 01 - Sep 07, 2011
Sep 04 - Sep 10, 2011
Dates are not exclusive to ElderTreks
$4580
CAD
Please call for GBP price.
Plus Canadian Harmonized Sales Tax.
Mandatory pre-night in Banff. Please
consult a trip specialist to book.
Activity Level: 1-5
Flexible. You choose your activity level
Comfort Level: Terrain varies depending
on hikes chosen by you.
Accommodations
2 comfortable lodges in the mountains, all
rooms with private bathrooms.
Imagine hiking in a pristine area surrounded by
stunning and surreal landscapes in the Canadian
Rockies. Your accommodation is in comfortable
lodges. Your guides are fully certified,
professional mountain guides with years of
training and experience. YOU choose how
rigorous or how relaxing your day will be. And
the final touch - you are delivered and picked
up from this magical wilderness by helicopter.
The scenery, the service, the experience does
not get any better. Welcome to heli-hiking! We
are offering a superb 7-day heli-hiking journey
in the Columbia Mountain Range. Located on
the western side of the great swath of the Rocky
Mountain Trench, the Columbia’s are technically
not part of the Rockies, but run parallel to it and
are a stunning and little-known collection of
peaks and ranges.
A typical day of heli-hiking: after a great sleep
and hearty breakfast, our helicopter delivers us
to one of several possible starting points. We set
out hiking and exploring, always at a comfortable
pace, with long or short, strenuous or leisurely
hikes to choose from. Our guests, not our
guides, set the pace. Our guides are in constant
communication with the lodge’s helicopter, so we
may take two or three different hikes during the
day. Our golden rule is flexibility and adaptability.
Each day we immerse ourselves into different
terrains, which could include being dropped in
a meadow beneath a stupendous glacial cirque
for a morning hike followed by a picnic lunch.
With the help of our helicopter, we begin our
traverse around a cobalt lake, all the time soaking
in the mountain beauty and solitude. In the late
afternoon, we fly back to the lodge for a massage,
an outdoor hot tub soak or a sauna, a well earned,
beautifully prepared dinner and some story
swapping while sipping wine by the fireplace in
our comfortable lodge. We hope you can join us
and enjoy the magic that is heli-hiking.
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