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Abercrombie & Kent Extreme Adventures Enable “Opportunity Travellers” to Choose Their Adventures

“Opportunity” is the solution for many adventure travellers who want to continue their globetrotting lifestyle, despite being short on time or resources. For some, it’s using an international business trip to get them closer to an exotic destination then add on a quick journey to the end of the trip. For others, it’s taking advantage of a last-minute long weekend. For these “opportunity travellers,” Abercrombie & Kent offers Extreme Adventures Extensions. Easily booked, these condensed adventures deliver a journey that defies all expectations – in one week or less – while still offering the same expert guidance and unmatched service as the longer programs.

Whether choosing a three-day trek through Egypt’s otherworldly White Desert (Egypt: White Desert, from $2,790) or five days diving Gladden Spit in the shadow of a 40-foot whale shark (Belize: Whale Shark Diving, from $2,995), Extreme Adventures Extensions allow for easy booking.

“The key is flexibility. These trips enable today’s busy travellers to take advantage of a last-minute opening in their schedule” says Abercrombie & Kent president Scott Wiseman.” We’ve had a number of guests call just days before trips departed, asking for availability – and we’ve been able to fulfill their wishes.”

Business in Johannesburg? Hop on a flight up to Zambia for three days of untouched Africa filled with game drives, walking safaris or tiger fishing on the Zambezi River (Zambia: Exploring the Zambezi River, from $1,660) or four days horseback riding through Botswana’s Okavango Delta (Botswana: Macatoo Horseback Safari, from $3,145). Layover in Dubai? Continue to Jordan for a three-day tented-camp adventure following in the steps of Lawrence of Arabia through Wadi Rum (Jordan: The Sands of Wadi Rum, from $1,600).

And while efficiency is not the first word that comes to mind when planning a vacation, when time is short, every minute counts. With A&K’s Extreme Adventures Extensions, every last detail is taken care of, allowing travellers to start enjoying their adventure from the moment they step off the plane.
Based on increased interest, Abercrombie & Kent has expanded the Extreme Adventures offering with two new expeditions for 2010:

Extreme Adventures Tanzania: Mount Meru Extension
From lush flatlands filled with giraffe, warthog and other plains animals through montane forest that is home to chattering colobus monkey and hornbill, your journey offers a challenging mountain climb with unsurpassed rewards. See an array of wildlife and verdant greenery at every ridge with a stunning view of Tanzania from the peak. Five days from $2,970.

Extreme Adventures Kenya: Camel Safari Extension
Kenya's rugged and remote Northern Frontier is a naturally undisturbed area of deserted nature reserves and empty roads. Travel with a local Il Kerrukki tribesman and local guide as you explore on foot and camelback in the wild bush land. Listen to the wind in the grass, the rustle of plains game and the squawk of birds of prey above - they are among the few sounds you are likely to hear on this adventure. Seven days from $5,875.
 

Why A&K?
 

Successfully managing the risk inherent in adventure travel is only possible with the most capable and experienced guides in the world. Abercrombie & Kent’s guides are the best in their fields, sensitive to each traveller’s capabilities and ready to motivate in the most challenging conditions. When you find yourself at the ends of the earth, you want exceptional experience, knowledge, skills, support and reputation at your back. Bringing nearly a half-century’s experience of satisfying the world’s most discerning travellers, Abercrombie & Kent has a heritage unmatched in the travel industry.
Find an opportunity for an adventure? Go to www.akextremeadventures.com for detailed itineraries, expedition maps and “Notes from the Field” or call 800 554 7094 to speak with an expedition expert.
 

All prices are per person, double occupancy