Peregrine Adventures

Highlights

• Journey through the historic beagle channel, looking out for rare birdlife from deck with the help of your expedition team
• Get up close to an incredible range of wildlife, such as minke, humpback and orca whales or gentoo, adelie and chinstrap penguins
• Few people ever get the opportunity to set foot on the great white continent, but you'll be one of them
• A diversity of possible landing sites and activities allows you to see the spectacular antarctic peninsula from multiple perspectives
• Optional activities such as sea kayaking or polar ice camping can take your adventure to the next level. book early, as these sell out fast

Highlights

• South georgia island is incredibly rich in rare wildlife and history. see over 30 species of birds, including four penguin species, and visit the grave of the great explorer, sir ernest shackleton
• Encounter whales, seals and penguins on regular zodiac excursions along the plunging coastline of the antarctic peninsula
• On-board lectures by polar experts provide great insight into the unique history, geology and wildlife of the region
• Few people ever get the opportunity to set foot on the great white continent, but you'll be one of them
• A diversity of possible landing sites and activities allows you to see the spectacular antarctic peninsula from multiple perspectives

Highlights

• The Jaipur Literature festival is one of the biggest in the world. Spend four days attending literary events and exploring the city as it explodes with international and local writers, poets and book lovers.
• Glide over the Pink City of Jaipur on an optional hot air balloon ride as the rest of the world wakes up to a new day far below.
• Explore the hidden gem of Bundi, an ancient city famous for its elaborate step-wells, and learn from a local guide how it inspired the work of literary great Rudyard Kipling.
• Stalk rare tigers on safari through Ranthambhore National Park, home to jungle-eaten temples, lush greenery and plenty of other wildlife.
• It may be one of the most-photographed buildings in the world, but the Taj Mahal feels like poetry to even the most weary of travellers.

Highlights

• Enjoy an unforgettable orthodox christmas eve dinner with your hosts in the highlands, complete with candles, carols and more.
• See the historical and surprisingly beautiful town of lviv lit up with lights for the festive season.
• Witness storybook scenes in the carpathian mountains, where forests of spruce and pine are dusted with powdery snow and rolling hills turn white in winter.
• Stay with a hutsul family in a community where many still live their lives according to a mixture of christianity, folklore and respect for nature.
• Head to the markets and watch some vertep, a form of portable puppetry with a rich tradition as a form of political and social satire.

Highlights

• Discover the remote landscapes, wildlife and rich history of the falkland islands and south georgia
• On-board lectures by polar experts provide great insight into the unique history, geology and wildlife of the region
• Stand upon beaches teeming with thousands of king penguins in some of the largest rookeries in the world
• Visit abandoned whaling stations and the resting place of the great explorer, sir ernest shackleton in the remote outpost of south georgia
• Take a refreshing 'polar plunge' in the icy sea and experience the ultimate in sub antarctic weather

Highlights

• Uncover the incredible landscape of spitsbergen, from the quirky northernmost city of longyearbyen to the brilliant blue glaciers such as the ‘14th july glacier’ – not to mention stunning fjords, mountains and cliffs
• Scour sheets of ice and, with some luck, be rewarded with unforgettable sightings of the ruler of the arctic – the mighty polar bear
• Sightings of arctic foxes, breaching whales, lounging masses of walruses, and enchanting seabirds on the cliffs of alkefjellet are all a strong chance on this journey
• See the island from a different angle by going snowshoeing, hiking or sea kayaking at your leisure, with all equipment provided
• Experience the unique and memorable sensation of 24 hours of sunlight

Highlights

• On the plains of the serengeti and the masai mara and within the caldera known as ngorongoro crater, find the africa of your dreams
• Visit the maasai, known for their vibrant red dress and elaborate jewellery, and enjoy a fascinating talk, full of insights into this remarkable and ancient culture.
• Southern africa gives us wildlife encounters of varied and contrasting terrains, from wetlands to salt pans and bright orange sandy deserts
• Head out on an afternoon excursion to the makgadikgadi pans, looking out for meerkats and meandering elephants, and enjoy a sundowner in the shadow of an old baobab tree.
• Visit the magnificent okavango delta by houseboat then drive onto etosha national park - perhaps the hidden jewel of african wildlife reserves