72 Active last minute holidays found
Spanish course & walking holiday, Picos de Europa, Spain
Spanish classes + stunning hikes in Picos de Europa
From 630 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Oct
Last course of the season! Any level, get 50 off for our 29th October course!
Altiplano de Granada activity holiday, Spain
Multi-activity cultural holiday in fabulous rural Andalucia
From 207 to 270 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Get to know an undiscovered part of rural Spain this october haf term. Activities, culture, fabulous walks, good food and relaxation all in one. Late availability for October November and a free bottle of local wine for bookings made in september.
Sintra Natural Park accommodation in Portugal
Eco-friendly B&B, in Sintra Natural Park near lovely beaches
From 80 to 110 per room per night
Accommodation
Enjoy beauty & mild, sunny, No frost climate, of Sintra, Portugal. Unique guesthouse off the beaten track, close to towns & historic sites. Tailor Made walking/cycling tours. 7 trip bus pass for no-car holidays of 4 days or longer
Learn Spanish & yoga in the Picos de Europa, Spain
Spanish & Pilates + Yoga in stunning green Spain
From 630 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Oct
Last course of the season! Any level, get 50 off for our 29th October course!
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Learn Spanish & family activity holiday in Spain
Learn Spanish + Outdoor Activities canoe/cave/via ferrata...
From 683 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Oct
Last course of the season! Any level, get 50 off for our 29th October course!
Learn Spanish and walk the Camino de Santiago, Spain
Spanish Course + walking in the Camino del Norte
From 630 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Oct, 29 Oct
Last course of the season! Any level, get 50 off for our 29th October course!
Andalucia self guided walking holiday, Spain
Moderate walking in foothills of Olive and Almond groves
From £350 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Late availability for 2018 and 2019 Early Bird bookings with special promotion ending 31st October 2018. £40 off 7 nights, £100 off 10 nights and a massive £225 off 14 nights
Cycling holiday in Catalonia, Spain
Discover pretty medieval villages and coastal paths
From 745 to 850 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made. Available April until 7 November
Late availability and special offer of 50 pp plus dinner in Palamos. Explore the medieval villages and coastal paths in the Autumn sunshine on this self guided 5 day cycle tour
Luxury Peru holiday, journey through Inca region
The best of Peruvian culture and natural history
From US $5,252 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
It is not too late to book your trip on this best selling vacation. Space is still available.
Argentina highlights holiday, Buenos Aires, Andes and Iguazu Falls
Explore Argentina's mountains, glaciers, wine and waterfalls
From US $3,791 13 days ex flights
Tailor made
It is not too late to book your trip on this best selling vacation. Space is still available.
Patagonia explorer holiday, 9 days
Last-minute trip to Patagonia at a very special price
From US $1,849 9 days ex flights
Tailor made
It is not too late to book your trip on this best selling vacation. Space is still available.
Brazil nature tour, tailor made
Wild biodiversity: Iguacu, Pantanal, the Amazon rainforest
From US $5,010 12 days ex flights
Tailor made
It is not too late to book your trip on this best selling vacation. Space is still available.
Brown bear tracking in Northern Greece
Track wild bears & explore the wilderness with park rangers
From 550 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 20 Oct
Last-minute offer: 100 off for September and October departures!
Andalucia self guided cycling holiday, Spain
Cycling in the surrounding hills of almond and olive groves
From £350 7 days per accommodation
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Late availability for 2018 and 2019 Early Bird bookings with special promotion ending 31st October 2018. £40 off 7 nights, £100 off 10 nights and a massive £225 off 14 nights
Helpdesk
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Nakasendo Trail walking tour, Japan
Village-to-village walking on the historic Nakasendo trail
From £3,205 to £3,206 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 4 Nov, 8 Nov, 11 Nov
2019: 24 Mar, 1 Apr, 7 Apr, 9 Apr, 18 Apr, 5 May, 7 May, 13 May, 17 May, 20 May, 15 Jul, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 1 Oct, 11 Oct, 13 Oct, 4 Nov, 7 Nov, 10 Nov
2019: 24 Mar, 1 Apr, 7 Apr, 9 Apr, 18 Apr, 5 May, 7 May, 13 May, 17 May, 20 May, 15 Jul, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 1 Oct, 11 Oct, 13 Oct, 4 Nov, 7 Nov, 10 Nov
Late availability for November tour on the Nakasendo Trail
Tailor made husky safari in Wild Taiga, Finland
Enjoy the Finnish Taiga Winter Husky Safari
From 1,180 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade and can be arranged to depart between 3rd January - 31st March 2019
We have available departures for our private dogsledding tours in January-March 2019
Kumano Kodo walking holiday, Japan
Village to village walking in the sacred Kii Peninsula
From £2,455 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 5 Nov, 10 Nov
2019: 23 Apr, 7 May, 24 May, 7 Oct, 22 Nov
2019: 23 Apr, 7 May, 24 May, 7 Oct, 22 Nov
Last minute November availability visiting the ancient Kumano Kodo
Borneo wildlife volunteer project
Encounter orangutans and elephants in the Bornean jungle.
From £1,295 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 Oct, 21 Nov, 21 Dec
Spaces are still available for volunteers to join throughout October.
Eastern Algarve cycling small group holiday
Guided cycling in Algarve for foodies and Solo Travellers
From 1,245 to 1,339 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 28 Oct, 17 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2019: 5 Jan, 19 Jan, 2 Feb, 16 Feb, 2 Mar
2019: 5 Jan, 19 Jan, 2 Feb, 16 Feb, 2 Mar
200 euros off if you share a double room
Eastern Algarve food & wine walking tour
Guided walking in Algarve for foodies and Solo Travellers
From 1,145 to 1,345 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 11 Nov, 16 Dec
2019: 3 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 28 Apr
2019: 3 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 28 Apr
200 euros off if you share a double room
Morocco vacation with daily yoga
Magical Marrakech, Sahara sunsets, souks & art + daily yoga
From 1,735 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Apr
Take $500 off your 2018 trip price!
New Zealand North and South Island tour
Explore Nz's stunning islands, high peaks, and deep fjords
From 2,815 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 19 Nov
2019: 14 Apr
2019: 14 Apr
Take $500 off your 2018 trip price!
Eastern Algarve cycling holiday in Portugal
Relaxed cycling trails on brand new Algarve nature route
From 495 to 625 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
50 Euros Off - tours from 19 September 2018 until 28 October 2018
Eastern Algarve walking holiday in Portugal
Relaxed walking trails on brand new Algarve nature route
From 455 to 595 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
50 Euros Off - tours from 19 September 2018 until 31 October 2018
Andalucia self catering accommodation
One Bedroom cottage with private pool -5 min walk to village
From £395 per cottage per week
Accommodation
Late availability for 2018 and 2019 Early Bird bookings with special promotion ending 31st October 2018. £40 off 7 nights, £100 off 10 nights and a massive £225 off 14 nights
Malawi wildlife conservation holiday
Aid animal conservation at the Lilongwe Wildlife Centre!
From £1,370 to £4,350 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 4 Dec, 11 Dec, 18 Dec, 25 Dec
2019: 1 Jan, 8 Jan, 15 Jan, 22 Jan, 29 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 26 Feb, 5 Mar, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 23 Apr, 30 Apr, 1 May, 7 May, 8 May, 14 May, 15 May, 21 May, 22 May, 28 May, 29 May, 4 Jun, 5 Jun, 11 Jun, 12 Jun, 18 Jun, 19 Jun, 25 Jun, 26 Jun, 2 Jul, 3 Jul, 9 Jul, 10 Jul, 16 Jul, 17 Jul, 23 Jul, 24 Jul, 30 Jul ...
2019: 1 Jan, 8 Jan, 15 Jan, 22 Jan, 29 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 26 Feb, 5 Mar, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 23 Apr, 30 Apr, 1 May, 7 May, 8 May, 14 May, 15 May, 21 May, 22 May, 28 May, 29 May, 4 Jun, 5 Jun, 11 Jun, 12 Jun, 18 Jun, 19 Jun, 25 Jun, 26 Jun, 2 Jul, 3 Jul, 9 Jul, 10 Jul, 16 Jul, 17 Jul, 23 Jul, 24 Jul, 30 Jul ...
Spaces are still available for volunteers to join throughout October.
Climb kilimanjaro 6 day Marangu route
The Marangu Route is a challenging but doable climb
From £1,795 to £1,950 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 31 Oct, 14 Nov, 3 Dec
2019: 16 Jan, 16 Feb, 13 Mar, 19 Apr, 25 May, 23 Jun, 27 Jul, 27 Aug, 25 Sep, 31 Oct, 20 Nov, 22 Dec
2019: 16 Jan, 16 Feb, 13 Mar, 19 Apr, 25 May, 23 Jun, 27 Jul, 27 Aug, 25 Sep, 31 Oct, 20 Nov, 22 Dec
Places available on our October and November departures
Climb Kilimanjaro 7 day Marangu route
The Marangu Route is the ideal trek for all abilities
From £1,915 to £2,095 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 30 Oct, 13 Nov, 2 Dec
2019: 15 Jan, 15 Feb, 12 Mar, 18 Apr, 24 May, 22 Jun, 26 Jul, 26 Aug, 24 Sep, 30 Oct, 22 Dec
2019: 15 Jan, 15 Feb, 12 Mar, 18 Apr, 24 May, 22 Jun, 26 Jul, 26 Aug, 24 Sep, 30 Oct, 22 Dec
Places available on our October and November departures
Climb Kilimanjaro 8 day Machame route
Experience the vast range of ecosystems Kilimanjaro has to offer
From £2,165 to £2,395 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Oct, 18 Nov, 19 Nov, 1 Dec
2019: 14 Jan, 14 Feb, 11 Mar, 17 Apr, 23 May, 21 Jun, 6 Jul, 25 Jul, 3 Aug, 25 Aug, 24 Sep, 29 Oct, 21 Dec
2019: 14 Jan, 14 Feb, 11 Mar, 17 Apr, 23 May, 21 Jun, 6 Jul, 25 Jul, 3 Aug, 25 Aug, 24 Sep, 29 Oct, 21 Dec
Places available on our October and November departures
Rhino and Elephant Conservation in Zimbabwe
Volunteer with rhinos and elephants in beautiful Zimbabwe.
From £674 to £5,401 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov
2019: 7 Jan, 14 Jan, 21 Jan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb, 25 Feb, 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov
2019: 7 Jan, 14 Jan, 21 Jan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb, 25 Feb, 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov
Spaces are still available for volunteers to join throughout October.
From
80
per room per night
Definitely would come again! If you're looking for somewhere quiet to relax and enjoy the nature around you, or simply somewhere to retreat and take a break
from work or everyday life, I highly recommend this beautiful guesthouse, it ticks
every box! (more)Laura Williams
Really lovely stay, comfortable and beautiful. (more)Bene Spoelders
Overall, I can say this was a great place to stay with lovely food, wonderful surroundings and views you are left with the feeling that the people running the "B&B" genuinely do care that you have a memorable holiday. I would highly recommend this accommodation to family and friends
(more)Laura
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Wonderful, with warm hosts and beautiful surroundings. (more)Clare David
Excellent. As adults we loved the location (so quiet, with such great views) and the hospitality. Our 12 year old son loved (most of) the activities and hanging
around with other kids. And Ilaria and Des and their children held it all together beautifully. (more)Patrick Andrews
Our expectations were high before we arrived, but they were exceeded. A very memorable and enjoyable holiday. (more)Jeremy Anson
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630
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An enjoyable, interesting and sociable week. The Spanish classes were stimulating and mentally challenging and Ana and Celina were excellent and highly professional teachers. (more)Tessa Brown
The lessons and the walks were both very enjoyable and professional.
(more)Diana Porter
Muy Buen!! Fantastic! Would definitely recommend! (more)Karen Key
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630
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Great. We loved it and rated our time in Panes the best part of our month in Spain and Portugal. We even looked at the price of houses in the region! (more)Diane Norman
It's difficult to choose a favourite (part) as all aspects were brilliant. The course was just right with the right amount of challenge, and Ana organised the transfers, accommodation and treks efficiently.
(more)Chandra Kantha
The scenery was so stunning but Jesus had selected an easy path so we could spend our time staring at the scenery as we walked. We then stopped for a beer at a very picturesque village. A great day! (more)Margaret Barretto
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630
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It's difficult to point to 1 thing. The school and teachers were lovely and adapted the group/classes to our level. Panes is such a tranquil place, great hiking opportunities and don't miss out on a SUP yoga session with Nata!! (more)Hanna Karlsson
Loved the yoga in a lovely old farmhouse with a great teacher. The Spanish school was excellent with the lessons at the right level for us. (more)Ann Potter
From
£350
excluding flights
Hard to choose between seeing the most spectacular sunrises from my terrace with a pot of coffee or standing on a high point on a nearby hill, able to see the sea on the horizon and the lunar landscape and mountains to my left. (more)Briony Turner
The highlight was the spectacular walks offering such amazing views. During our 5 days in Lubrin we did three of the long walks and we thoroughly enjoyed walking through the foothills as well as high in the mountain tops, just stunning. (more)Annette Easton
The walking was the highlight. Very good value, excellent location but need a certain level of fitness, or at least an ability to manage a short, steep climb in and out of the village. (more)Denise Oakman
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Great. Would definitely now consider another cycling holiday with this company. We enjoyed the experience of cycling through the countryside and to the beach then stopping off for lunch and a beer. We saw so many lovely places. (more)patricia houston
We all enjoyed it immensely...I think seeing the first medieval village and cycling through the deep countryside were the most satisfying experiences. For others it might have been stopping for the first beer at a village cafι. Or the fantastic burger and chips in Ripli when we were all tired and hungry. (more)John Lowdon
Very good..Cycling through the countryside and to and from the beach. Also the food was fantastic. (more)Wendy McCaffer
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£1,295
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All of it was memorable!! Seeing orang-utans in wild and incredible opportunity to see many other animals and birds so close with expert guide. Teamwork sense of achievement in conservation work. Fantastic opportunity. Beautiful location, adequate facilities. Emphasis always on our health and safety. (more)Cathy Dowdle
It was beautifully organised and structured and a great opportunity to be part of another culture and to see wonderful wildlife. An excellent project. (more)Tessa Milne-Day
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£3,205
excluding flights
The most memorable parts of the holiday were...the beauty of the Japanese landscape and the friendliness of the people we met. The wonderful foods, some of which we had never experienced before.
(more)Caroline Hartigan
Experiencing the Onsens, seeing a whole valley flowering with cherry blossom, eating lots and lots of extraordinary food. A guide who was always patient and smiling and couldn't do enough to make sure every single person got what they wanted. (more)Ruth Patterson
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1,180
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The most memorable moment was the warmth and hospitality of our hosts (and their great home cooked Finnish cuisine), to interacting with the dogs and harnessing them, to the experience of a wood fired sauna beside a frozen lake each evening, this short holiday could not have been better.
(more)Matthew Peek
Excellent experience - would have liked to have stayed longer and would go again! (more)Philippa Cawthorne
Spectacular (more)Lloyd Bond
From
550
excluding flights
The knowledge and professionalism of the local guide...was the most memorable part of the holiday.
(more)Quentin Macilray
Wonderful mountain scenery, enthusiastic guides, delicious Greek food and good mood and lot of fun during the whole trip. A real highlight was to learn about camera traps, to get insight into bear research, radio tracking etc. (more)Henriette Hradocka
Trekking in the mountains with amazing view, excitement of being near the wildlife and the guide who did everything that we had a great time. (more)Emilia Majcher
From
£350
per accommodation
The location - beautiful scenery, peaceful, well away from the tourist trail and offering lots of scope for walking and relaxing... (more)Julia Myers
Cycling in the area is a joy with so few cars on the road and hardly a pothole in sight!. Holiday was great, we loved the cottage and its decor... Walking in to Lubrin in the evening was fun with the amazingly starry night sky... (more)Fizz Partridge
Just what we wanted, an quiet small town with good opportunities for cycling and enjoyable tapas bars. (more)Ursula Bach-Gansmo
From
£860
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
My most memorable activity was actually my first where I returned a greeting to a baboon as indicated by the guides, I later had to endure a grooming from one of the baboons. The most exciting part was heading to the Big Daddy sand dune in Sossusvlei. Kind of what I always imagined an adventure to be.
Tips?
Two weeks is not enough, to get the most out of your time at this project you'll need to be there at least a month and then there's the other sites to consider.... (more)Stephen King
From
£1,732
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Swimming with the megafauna (whale sharks and manta)
Tips?
Practice snorkelling beforehand if you're not used to it, but if you are, then you'll be fine.
If seasick in the slightest, bring the necessary medicine; you don't want to waste boat time being ill.
If sensitive to the sun, be prepared to put on lots of sunscreen frequently, and take seriously covering up against the sun.
Local benefits?
I think the program does support the local island economy.... (more)Nuraini Arsad
From
£745
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Elephants crossing the river just ahead of us.
Tips?
More accurate pre-departure information needed on the correct clothing and footwear for work on the project. We had to buy everything on arrival at the
project as the pre-departure information was quite inadequate.
Local benefits?
YES
Overall rating?
10/10. This was a phenomenal experience, not least due to the professionalism, experience and commitment of the APE project staff on the ground. We... (more)Vandna Kalia
From
£860
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
All of it ! Being involved with an on-going human conflicr situation where the farmer was loosing livestock to a problem cheetah allowed me to see 1st hand the devastation that can be caused; then being lucky enough for our group to accompany the vet who darted the problem cheetah who had been caught in a catch cage, thanks to the skill and knowledge of our coordinator. The cheetah's vital signs were all checked, a new GPS collar fitted and then she was re-located.
Tips?
Bring... (more)Mairi Hutchison
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£875
excluding flights
The highlight was walking with cheetahs. Unforgettable. (more)Chris Downing
I had an amazing time!!! I felt like I was really making a contribution to the functioning of the wildlife sanctuary with food prep, cleaning enclosures, feeding and caring for animals and being responsible for the environment and impact on the ecosystem with recycling and conservation efforts . (more)Naomi Soffa
Staff were extremely knowledgeable and helpful, the volunteers all worked well together and a range of activities were provided... All in all, one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I will be going back! (more)Frances Toomey
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1,760
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425
excluding flights
We particularly enjoyed the cycle route through the medieval villages, which goes past orchards and rice fields too. The whole team were great. (more)Sara Bodey
The last night, when we walked back along the beach from an excellent
restaurant in Santa Antoni. There were live bands, dancing and warm,
happy people everywhere. The perfect end to one of the best holidays
ever. (more)Sarah Slade
Excellent - beautiful accommodation, spotlessly clean and with lovely extra thoughtful touches. The bicycles were perfect - very comfortable and trustworthy. (more)Margaret Steventon
From
£595
per accommodation
Memorable parts?
Experiencing the real and unspoilt Spain, sampling the local food and hiking in delightful countryside. No tourists and the rustic charm of the accommodation.
Tips?
If you want total tranquility, the real Spain with its delicious tapas bars and restaurants and local wine ( all at amazing value!) and totally peaceful accommodation away from it all, but near enough to walk into the village, then this is the place for you.
The walks were very enjoyable taking anything... (more)Ellen Common
From
£2,025
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The opportunity to see and feel a different culture. Launching the boat into and out of the water
Tips?
I was on doxycycline as malaria prophylactic and I had quite a few side effects and had to stop taking it at the time I was there I didn't see very many mosquitos and the dive shop is equipped with a nurse who can do a malaria test and they have the antibiotics if a person gets sick
Local benefits?
In some way, I picked up a lot of garbage along the beach... (more)Susanne de Montreuil
From
£845
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing the elephants up close and personal nearly every day.
Tips?
Be prepared to work hard.
Local benefits?
The project is a good one -- building enclosures for water tanks to provide water for livestock. Otherwise the elephants drink the livestock water and the locals shoot the elephants.
Overall rating?
Yesterday, we completed an evaluation form from the organisation in which I provided detailed information about the administrative problems in... (more)Lois Vander Waerdt
