Top trips for 2018 | Intrepid Travel IE

Travel is all about taking yourself out of your comfort zone, right?

Being open to learning about local cultures, curious to try new regional delicacies, fearless enough to trek through the jungle on foot and challenged by getting yourself as far from the beaten track as possible.

Our selection of top trips for travel in 2018 will open your eyes to the amazing destinations that are still out there waiting to be discovered. Adventures that will take you behind the scenes and into the thick of a place. From traversing mountains and cooking with locals, to swimming alongside incredible ocean life and exploring otherworldly landscapes.

It’s time to consider somewhere a little different…

Be Fearless

Everest Base Camp

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime as you conquer the climb to Everest Base Camp in Nepal. Prepare to feel dwarfed by the Himalayas, learn about Sherpa traditions and get to know Kathmandu.

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Kruger Walking Safari

Explore the depths of the African wilderness on foot and be ready to come face-to-face with the big five. Tackle remote northern Kruger and visit the likes of the Limpopo River Valley and Crooks Corner.

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Gorillas & Game Parks

Trek your way through the Ugandan jungle for the chance to experience a close encounter with these gentle giants. Witness a sea of flamingos at Lake Nakuru and spot animals in their natural habitats.

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Hawaii Discovery

Dive into the blue to swim with manta rays and be awestruck by their size and grace. Hike Mauna Kea, one of five volcanos that form these tropical islands, and check out Kilauea, which is remains active.

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Antarctica Explorer

Uncover the seventh continent as you cruise through the dramatic landscapes created by the Antarctic climate. Look out for playful penguins, ginormous whales and a frenzy of feeding birdlife.

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Be Open

India Mountains and Mystic

Gain an understanding of the diverse spirituality that envelops India. From getting a lesson in Sikhism at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, to feeling enlightened in Dharmsala, the home of the Dalai Lama.

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China Real Food Adventure

Taste the real China on a foodie exploration from Chengdu to Shanghai. Finesse your culinary skills at a dumpling making class, eat Peking duck in the city it originated and dare to try spicy Sichuan pepper.

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Walking with Berber Nomads

Become part of the Ait Atta tribe on an expedition through Morocco’s Atlas Mountains. Meet Berber families, sleep in moving campsites and take part daily chores like animal herding and bread making.

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Iran Adventure

Get to know Iran beyond what you see in the media. Immerse yourself in rural life with the Qashqai people, visit the macabre Zoroastrian Towers of Silence and stay in a classic 16^th century Caravanserai.

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Best of El Salvador

Realise the spectacular beauty and rich culture of this often-bypassed destination. Relax on the beaches of El Tunco, ride along the striking Ruta de las Flores and stroll Suchitoto’s cobbled streets.

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Be Challenged

Sacred Land of the Incas

Head off on the most famous trek in the world as you walk the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Before facing the dizzying altitude of Lake Titicaca and plunging yourself in the fascinating history of La Paz.

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Patagonia Expedition

Scale the Andes on an expedition in the depths of Patagonia. Sleep under the stars in the Rio Blanco Valley, trek through a wealth of unspoiled landscapes and bathe in thermal pools deep in the forest.

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Tajikistan Discovery

Face complete remoteness in Central Asia, cross hair-raising Afghan-built footbridges, soar along the iconic Pamir Highway and get a grasp on local life thanks to Tajikistan’s amazing homestay network.

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Perth to Broome Overland

Tour along Australia’s wild west coast on a rugged road trip to remember. Hike and swim in the ancient gorges and waterholes of Karijini National Park, and snorkel with gentle beasts of the deep.

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Wild Mongolia

Witness unrivalled raw natural beauty and tradition in this secluded country. Explore the Great White Lakes on foot, ride camels across rolling dunes near Karakorum and spend the night at a ger camp.

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