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La Coralina Island House, the newest luxury resort in Bocas del Toro (Panama) is pleased to present the “Elemental Goddess Retreat, where ancient science meets feminine wisdom” to take place August 23rd to 27th, 2023. The Elemental Goddess Retreat is the ultimate…

We are pleased to welcome the National Tourism Board of Sierra Leone to our portfolio of cool destinations in Africa and other awesome places around the globe. In collaboration with CornerSun Destination Marketing, Emerging Destinations will build brand and destination awareness for Sierra Leone…

Emerging Destinations is pleased to welcome TopGuides Bush Camps to our portfolio of cool companies in Africa and other places around the globe. With a distinctive take on the African safari, TopGuides Bush Camps breathes fresh simplicity and elegance into the timelessness of the…

The requirement for all travellers to complete a mandatory Digital Health Declaration form for travel to or from Uganda has been suspended until further notice. On the 14th November 2022, Uganda’s Civil Aviation Authority issued a directive instructing all travellers to fill…

Las Torres Reserve is glad to share with their visitors and operators that the Park Rangers of the Protected Wild Areas of the Magallanes and Chilean Antarctic Region and the Government have reached an agreement. Since this Monday, November 21, the trails…

The Zambian Tourism Agency has announced that as of October 1 visa fees will no longer be applicable for travellers coming into Zambia from the following countries; USA, UK, Canada, Norway, Australia, China, Japan, South Korea, Gulf States and the EU.  …

We would like to share with you some great news that fills us with happiness and gratitude. Las Torres Reserve’s short film “Sustainable Cocktails Made in Patagonia” is the winner in the “Adventure needs Community” category of the Adventure In Motion contest…

As of September 1, no more travel restrictions to enter Argentina! Argentina removes all its sanitary requirements. The government determined that travelers entering Argentina are no longer required to complete an electronic declaration or present medical COVID-19 insurance. This requirement removal is…

Traveling to Chile has become easier again! As of September 1, vaccine homologation is no longer a requirement for non-resident foreign visitors to enter Chile. This measure is part of the government’s Protected Borders Plan proposed by the Ministry of Health in…

Chile’s international border is open to vaccinated non-resident foreign citizens who comply with a requirement under the Chilean Government’s current COVID-19 management plan. Starting September 1, visitors to Chile must meet the following requirement: Non-resident foreigners (tourists) over the age of 18…

Join Therese Skovgaard Poulsen from Veda Wellness on this energizing YOGA RETREAT! You will enjoy a wide variety of yoga and meditation classes suitable for all practitioner levels. The program is designed to support a holistic experience and promote a deeper connection…

We have great news! After competing among participants from all over the world in the Adventure In Motion contest, organized by the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), Las Torres Reserve has been selected among the 3 finalists in the “Adventure Needs Community”…

It’s time to live an all inclusive adventure tailor-made for you to discover the trails of the famous and renowned W Circuit, and enjoy every night of the authentic culture with maximum comfort and traditional Patagonian cuisine at Hotel Las Torres. That’s…

Patagonian International Marathon – September 10th, 2022 Ultra Paine – September 24th & 25th, 2022 Combine your participation in this race with an incredible adventure in Las Torres Reserve, located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, and explore the…

Have your clients join us onboard either the M/Y Beluga or M/Y Cachalote Explorer this Autumn and save on select Galapagos cruise departures as seen below! M/Y Beluga’s 8-day special rate is $3100 and $2550 for 6 days on the Fernandina or…

Practitioner Mikaela Madonia will be offering individual and group sessions from August 12th to September 15th at La Coralina Island Spa.

GET READY! LAS TORRES RESERVE REOPENS SOON We are pleased to announce that on September 8th, 2022, Las Torres Reserve will begin its operation in the Central Sector (Hotel Las Torres Patagonia, Mountain hostels and Camping) and in the Francés Sector, so…

Greenland lifted all entry restrictions for Greenland This means Iceland ProCruises will loosen their vaccination restrictions for Greenland cruises. From today on we have consistent vaccination requirement for Iceland and Greenland: All guests (older than 16 years) must be fully vaccinated (completed 2 series of…

Enchanted Galapagos Lodge on Santa Cruz Island is ready to receive guests again after two years of renovations and significant improvements to the guest rooms and common areas. The 10 standard and superior rooms (all air conditioned) now feature private decks and…

La Coralina Island Spa embraces ancient healing rituals from around the world. Hidden in the tropical rainforest, a sacred place where guests come to wind down, learn about their bodies, and delve into themselves to discover insights and live a better life….

Emerging Destinations is pleased to welcome La Coralina Island House to our portfolio of cool companies in Latin America and other cool destinations around the globe. Located in the Bocas del Toro Archipelago along Panama’s Caribbean coast, La Coralina overlooks a turquoise…

The Argentina’s Minister of Health announced the opening of borders for foreign travelers starting on November 1st. Travelers from foreign countries will be allowed to enter Argentina staring on October 1st. In all cases and in order to avoid isolation upon arrival,…

Chile will begin to welcome non-resident foreigners back into the country who are in compliance with the various health requirements, which include a negative COVID-19 PCR test result, mobility pass and more. The modification of the country’s Protected Borders Plan will allow…

Uganda COVID travel protocols – August 2021 Here is the latest info on Uganda’s travel protocols. The information shared by Adventure Consults’ team covers protocols as they are at the time of compilation. Standard operating procedures (SOPs) keep changing and sometimes at very…

According to the latest communication issued by Ecuadorian Authorities, effective 1st July 2021, all travelers will be allowed to enter our country upon presentation of their vaccination certificate complete schedule – 2 doses or 1 dose depending on the COVID19 vaccine version…

Do you love wildlife and nature photography? Do you need a good adventure that will get you out of your comfort zone? An adventure to the Galapagos Islands is everything you would imagine and more! It’s a special place where you can…

We are happy to announce that the vaccination process in the Galapagos Islands goes on as planned and the final goal is being reached. As of now, the majority of the Galapagos adult population has received their 2nd dose of the COVID19…

Dear Safari Partners, The Government of Kenya has amended the entry requirements for all travellers arriving in Kenya. Please take note of the travel updates below for Kenya: KENYA All arriving passengers aged 5 years and older on international flights whose body temperature…

Stay 7+ Nights with Elewana and we’ll offer you a private vehicle and a guide for all your game drives, at no extra cost.

On 5th May 2021, Uganda’s ministry of Health issued a statement on the status of Covid-19. The document mainly covered statistics and measures being undertaken to avoid a resurgence of the pandemic. Adventure Consults is happy to share a summary mainly focused…

Please take note of the travel updates below for Tanzania: TANZANIA All arriving travellers entering the United Republic of Tanzania are required to present a negative Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) test carried out within 72 hours before arrival; All arriving travellers…

Dear Safari Partners, The Government of Tanzania has introduced a Traveller Surveillance Form for all travellers (including children) entering Tanzania with immediate effect. All travellers are required to complete this form online, within 24 hours prior to arrival here or via https://afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz/. Upon submitting the form, each passenger…

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The events of the bygone year, primed by COVID-19 (alias the novel coronavirus pandemic) gave the world’s travel and tourism industry perhaps the greatest shock in recent times. Countries restricted entry into and out of their boundaries, lockdowns were implemented, airlines grounded,…

Uganda is well known to be one the top countries who managed the covid pandemic extremely well. The government is still maintaining several domestic measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Good news is that both domestic and international…

We are delighted to announce that Elewana Loisaba Lodo Springs has reopened! And due to popular demand, Elewana Loisaba Star Beds is now open for the months of February and March, along with the Easter holidays. With increasing demand for wide open…

As we look towards a period of tourism recovery, we want to support our partners in every way possible. With this in mind we have taken the decision to freeze rates for 2022 at Elewana properties. The rate freeze in Kenya and…

Please note that fast-tracked COVID-19 testing is now available in Nairobi. This should only be used when absolutely necessary, please still recommend at least 24 hours in Nairobi to allow for testing. The tests are PCR, conducted by Medisist who is an…

Las Torres Patagonia is open and has been operating its equipped campsites in the Central and Cuernos sectors since the National Park reopened on November 26, 2020. Please check through the COVID Protocols we have implemented here. Due to the evolution of…

Since the outbreak of COVID-19, we’ve been working in aligning our services with the highest pandemic standards and protocols in the tourism industry. Furthermore and as part of the grand reopening, we’re also launching a new corporate identity and website. We’re rebranding…

We are pleased to confirm that Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort continues to remain open; set in one hundred and six acres of grassland, studded with Acacia bushes and trees, it is the perfect place to get away and enjoy the tranquillity of…

As travellers’ desire for private accommodation and more personal space grows, we are happy to now offer guests full buyouts at select Elewana Collection properties in Kenya. For the remainder of 2020 and well into 2021, Elewana Kifaru House, Elewana Sand River…

The more nights you book, the better discount you get. Combine stays at any of the Elewana Collection properties and enjoy great discounts.   TERMS & CONDITIONS: Applies to new bookings only. Applicable to FIT bookings only. Not applicable to Resident Rates….

We are thrilled to share that Elewana Collection is now part of TourSafe Africa, a U.S. based, not-for-profit entity which advocates for African accommodations to adopt safety and cleanliness procedures developed by the World Travel and Tourism Council, CDC and the U.N. World…

The United Republic of Tanzania has announced new entry fees to Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA) effective from 1 July 2021. The new fees will affect all safaris traveling after this date, including existing, new and postponed safaris. Cheli + Peacock sends word…

Costa Rican authorities on Friday, October 02nd, 2020 announced that residents of the entire United States, regardless of their State of residence, will be allowed to visit the country starting November 1.  As of October 15th, Florida, Georgia and Texas will be…

MEDIA RELEASE RE•THINK TRAVEL MARKETING TO HOST INAUGURAL VIRTUAL TRADE SHOW NOV. 9-12 Four-Day Online Event to Connect Travel Brands with Prominent Buyers Across North America, Europe, Australia, and South America NEW YORK (October 7, 2020): Re•think Travel Marketing, a marketing agency…

Ethiopian Airlines has launched Sheba Comfort – COVID insurance included for all international flights for travel until 31st May 2021. The cover includes; Medical expenses up to EURO 100,000 Quarantine expenses up to EURO 150 per day for a maximum of 14 days…

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We are very pleased to announce that Sopa Lodges of East Africa is joining the Emerging Destination family starting October 1st. Sopa means “Welcome” in the Masai language, and since it was founded in 1986, the Sopa Lodges collection has gone out…

Greetings from Adventure Consults! We hope that you are all in good health and managing to keep tourism at the forefront of your mind during these challenging days of Covid-19. Good news from Uganda; Entebbe International Airport and all Uganda borders will…

Emerging Destinations is pleased to announce the arrival of Anantara resorts in Zambia and Mozambique to its portfolio of cool destinations around the globe. Founded in 2001 with a single beachfront property in Thailand, Anantara has grown into one of the world’s…

Another COVID-19 Regional Update, FAQs and more … Dear Safari Partners In order to alleviate travellers’ safety concerns about their safaris to East Africa, we have developed the Cheli & Peacock Safaris Care & Protection video, which illustrates the measures that we…

SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR RESUMING PASSENGER FLIGHT OPERATIONS  

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE FOR PHASE 1 OF PASSENGER FLIGHTS TO ENTEBBE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT BEGINNING OCTOBER 1

MINISTRY OF TOURISM, WILDLIFE AND ANTIQUITIES | UGANDA WILDLIFE AUTHORITY 1 PURPOSE OF THE STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES (SOPS) 1.1 Introduction Both the Uganda Wildlife Act, 2019 and the Wildlife Policy 2014 provide for conservation and sustainable management of wildlife resources, coordination, monitoring…

Tanzania Park Fee Update Dear Safari Partners– It seems that the wildebeest population of East Africa haven’t received the memo, and despite the need for a negative COVID-19 certificate, are crossing various borders as they please. Yesterday, in Northern Serengeti thousands were seen…

As per the June-July newsletter, Adventure Consults is excited to report the slow opening of Rwanda’s tourism after a nearly four-month hiatus caused by the global Covid-19 pandemic. In June, the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), which overseas tourism activities in the East…

Revised Entry Requirements for Iceland UPDATED: Entry requirements for Iceland effective August 19, 2020 Reminder: Travel Policies including Icelandair Peace of Mind policy Dear valued partner, In response to recent increased COVID-19 infections in Iceland and neighboring countries, the Icelandic government has announced…

Dear Safari Partners As our airports open and airplanes take to the sky, we would like to share a few spots of regional travel news. Our Product Manager, Kathleen Leonard, has developed ‘The Cheli & Peacock Safaris Supplier Deposit Guide 2020/21’. The document…

Following the increased numbers of the COVID-19 outbreak and as guided by the World Health Organization (WHO), the government of Rwanda had to suspend all tourism activities and closed the international airport sometime in March 2020. This was an immediate effort to…

With new health and safety protocols in place — and discounted fees for visiting the country’s legendary wildlife preserves — Kenya is on the verge of opening its doors to global tourism again. Najib Balala, cabinet secretary for tourism and wildlife, announced…

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REDUCTION OF KENYA WILDLIFE SERVICE PARK ENTRY FEES The Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Tourism & Wildlife, Hon. Najib Balala, EGH, has reduced entry fees to all Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) game parks and reserves. This will apply for all categories of tourists…

Get inspired by the Amazon now, travel later. From Jungle Experiences – Amazon River Cruises, we want to thank you for being in constant communication and are grateful for the efforts of our partners to encourage customers to postpone their trip rather than…

Hotel Las Torres in Patagonia’s epic Torres del Paine National Park is introducing a new multi-sport program for the 2020-2021 summer season in southern Chile. The five-day itinerary includes a full day of mountain biking inside the park, kayaking on the iceberg-filled…

SKYSAFARI BY THE ELEWANA COLLECTION LAUNCHES EXCLUSIVE FULL BUYOUT SAFARI JET ITINERARIES FOR PRIVATE TRAVEL Couples, families, and groups of friends can now hire SkySafari’s 9-seater executive-class Cessna Caravan exclusively for a complete private safari experience. (NAIROBI, KENYA) JUNE 11, 2020: SkySafari announces the launch…

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For 35 years, we have operated East African safaris with our guest’s enjoyment and safety as a priority; choosing to partner with suppliers who endeavor to conserve the sensational safari destinations in which they operate, showing both kindness and care to the…

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Cheli & Peacock Safaris Coronavirus Travel Update as of 22 May 2020 As we map out our hopes for the future and consider what life will be like post-coronavirus, we’ve been reminded of how important tourism is to this region. The local, and more so, the…

May 20, 2020 Icelandair News and Updated Travel Policies Iceland set to re-open for visitors beginning June 15 Safe traveling with Icelandair and Keflavík Airport How on-board circulation works Crisis response resource from the Government of Iceland Updated travel policies for Peace of…

Passenger flights will begin May 21, including service between Chicago and Dubai. Though most of us don’t know when we’ll travel again, Emirates is ready to put its planes back in the air. Today, the Dubai-based airline announced that it will resume passenger flights to…

Elewana Collection and SkySafari 2021 Rates Freeze The Elewana Collection and SkySafari by Elewana realize that while everyone in the travel business is experiencing unprecedented and hugely difficult times, it’s through working collaboratively and supporting each other that we’ll best weather the…

The Elewana Collection temporarily suspends operations As many of you will already be aware we have taken the difficult decision to suspend operations at all our camps until June 30, 2020. That said, we are constantly monitoring the situation and look forward…

ADVENTURE CONSULTS (Uganda and Rwanda) – COVID-19 FAQ. Adventure greetings from Uganda and Rwanda! We hope you are staying safe during this difficult time. As a travel family, we are experiencing the COVID impact together and our thoughts go out to you all!…

Keep up with all of our news on our website here.   Dear Safari Partners A few months ago we informed you of our desire and commitment to remain on the cutting edge of travel technology. Since then, we have upgraded our travel…

Dear Safari Partners We have made the decision to close our offices and are now working remotely. If you need to contact us, please note the following:  Quentin Savage, Commercial Director, +254 796 212 250 Judith Lagat, Sales Manager, +254 718 055 722 Patrick…

Due to the strengthening of the Euro and to keep our USD rates competitive, Oceanwide Expeditions is offering a 5% discount on all our published USD rates for Arctic and Antarctica voyages now extended until December 1, 2019 (which may be extended…

In a bid to promote conservation and sustainable tourism, Uganda Wildlife Authority has increased its visitor tariff effective 1st July 2020. Among other activities that have been affected by the new tariff are the Gorilla permits with an increase from $600 to…

With immediate effect, the process of acquiring a visa on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport has been changed. All guests arriving are now required to: – Queue for a Government Control Number – Queue to pay for the visa at the bank…

We’re very pleased to announce that Grand Hotels Lux has joined the Emerging Destinations family. With upscale properties in three of South America’s most exciting destinations — Buenos Aires, Punta del Este and Iguazú Falls — Grand offers discerning business and leisure…

Located on the banks of the Mara river, the center is nestled between communities and the wildlife conservancies. The New “Eco Camp” sleeps 12 PAX and will be used primarily for custom study abroad and summer school groups as well as for…

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  London, United Kingdom (June 10, 2019): Guyana has been named the #1 ‘Best in Sustainable Tourism’ at the LATA Achievement Awards, taking place during ‘Experience Latin America’, Europe’s largest B2B travel conference focused on the Latin America region. Now in its 9th…

Emerging Destinations is proud to announce that Peru Ecocamp has joined our portfolio in April. Based in the heart of the Andes, Ecocamp offers the region’s first sustainable luxury glamping experience at four locations along the Salkantay Trail trekking route between Cusco…

Due to rapidly sold-out cabins aboard  Ocean Expeditions upcoming Antarctica voyages, we’re now offering discounts on the remaining berths. These exhilarating expeditions explore prime areas of the Weddell Sea and Antarctic Peninsula. Weddell Sea Antarctic Discoverer: PLA30-19 You can now book voyage…

We’re very pleased to announce that Oceanwide Expeditions joins the Emerging Destination family in November. Founded in 1993, Oceanwide is one of the world’s oldest and largest expedition cruise lines, operating in the Arctic (Spitsbergen and Greenland) and Antarctica. Oceanwide is well…

We’re pleased to announced that Adventure Canada is joining the Emerging Destinations portfolio in October. Founded in 1987 and based near Toronto, the company is dedicated to taking intrepid travelers to Canada’s “blank spaces” — areas like Nunavut in the Canadian Arctic,…

Adventure Consults is happy to share good news from the jungles of Uganda. Two new Mountain Gorilla families were successfully added to the habituated Gorilla groups available for guests to visit. In a statement released by the Uganda Wildlife Authority, the number of Gorilla…

No doubt you have heard of the unfortunate effects of the recent earthquake in North Lombok. While this has been a hardship for our friends in the affected area, it has offered us a unique opportunity to visit two beautiful, new and…

We are proud to welcome the Guyana Tourism Authority to the Emerging Destinations family this month.The Guyana Tourism Authority is the official visitor organization for the nation of Guyana, which lies along the Atlantic Ocean at the top end of South America. Emerging Destinations is partnering with…

Iceland Review offers a story that detailed ten very interesting facts about the state of Icelandic tourism in 2018. Quotable quote: “From 2012 to 2016, growth in the Icelandic tourism industry accounted for an average of just under 50% of the country’s…

If you haven’t booked passage on the Amazon yet, now is definitely the time. That’s because Jungle Experiences, based in Iquitos, Peru just announced two great deals for its adventure cruises on the world’s greatest river. M/V Zafiro Special Save US$800 per…

A veteran of more than 25 years exploring and cruising the Peruvian Amazon, Jungle Experiences has joined the Emerging Destinations family. Using two state-of-the-art riverboats, Jungle Experiences takes passengers on a magical journey of discovery along the world’s largest river, through a…

For the second year in a row, readers of Dive Magazine have named Indonesia as the world’s top scuba destination. Local dive operations and resorts also scored high in the survey — Sea Hunter in the Cocos islands just beat out MV…

Bali-based SeaTrek Sailing Adventures is offering a special discount rate on cruises from Bali to Komodo National Park — visiting the exotic islands of Lombok and Sumbawa along the way — on our Dances, Dragons & Magical Lakes cruises in April, May…

Although the predicted (and much-anticipated) volcanic eruptions of September and October have not materialized, Mt Agung is still ever present in our day-to-day lives and thinking here in Bali. The mountain occasionally releases gas and ash high into the atmosphere, and she’s…

The Plain Dealer newspaper reports that the airfare cost from Cleveland to Europe has dropped by more than a third thanks to the two new Icelandic airlines that begin flying from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport this spring. Quotable quote: “Patrick Surry, the…

Bali-based SeaTrek Sailing Adventures is offering an exciting and educational opportunity for families this June (2018) — special rates on two of our adventurous Dances, Dragons & Magical Lakes cruises between Bali and Komodo National Park in eastern Indonesia. Pay for two…

Iceland keeps getting easier and easier to reach from the US. Or in this particular case, from Kansas City, Baltimore and the San Francisco Bay Area. Starting in May, Icelandair will launch the first-ever regularly scheduled trans-Atlantic route from Kansas City, Missouri,…

The departure of the second daily shuttle from Hotel Las Torres to Calafate (Argentina) has changed from 2:40pm to 2pm which means the arrival time in Calafate will be 7:30pm instead of 8:10pm.

Fit For Trips — an Atlanta-based company that creates fitness training programs for travelers — joins the Emerging Destinations portfolio this month. The customized, cutting-edge training programs — which include both resistance and endurance components — are optimized for whatever your trip…

Look for Michael Travers and Maria Widhyasari of SeaTrek Sailing Adventures at the Indonesian booth at the upcoming New York Times Travel Show. Scheduled for January 26-28 at the Jacob K. Javits Center, the show will feature 550 exhibitors from more than…

Kifaru House in Kenya’s Lewa Wildlife Conservancy has just been added to the Elewana Collection’s wide-ranging luxury portfolio in East Africa. Previously available only for group bookings, the house will be available for individual room bookings from 1st April 2018. Taking its…

While Bali continues its conversation with the great god of the underworld, SeaTrek wants to make sure that all travelers, agents and concerned individuals have the best and most up-to-date information on the fate of the Balinese people, holiday plans, airport closures…

Destination accessibility and regional connectivity are two of the keys to a rewarding vacation experience. And now comes great news out of East Africa that following a three-year hiatus, Precision Air has resurrected its popular Arusha/Kilimanjaro–Entebbe route. Precision Air suspended the service…

After four years of great low-season rates for gorilla permits in Uganda, 2018 permit prices will be uniform irrespective of when you travel. However, those who travel with Adventure Consults still have one last opportunity to book permits at the lowest price…

Emerging Destinations is proud to welcome SeaTrek Sailing Bali Adventures to our portfolio of cool companies in cool places. We will be joining Theresa Mottet in marketing SeaTrek Bali in North America. Do not worry – Those of you who work with…

Given the enduring popularity of Iceland as a travel destination, IcelandPro Cruises is seriously looking into the possibility of acquiring a second ship to join the MV Ocean Diamond in the North Atlantic. With an occupancy rate of more than 88% for…

Super news out of Paris — Air France has announced that starting next spring (2018) the French national airline will resume flights to Kenya as the SkyTeam member serving the Paris CDG–Nairobi NBO route. From 25th March, Air France Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner…

Lonely Planet reports that 2016 was a banner year for rhino conservation at Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in north-central Kenya, with no less than 14 babies born on the reserve. The location of Elewana’s Lewa Safari Camp, the reserve was already home to…

  Think again! Because Hotel Las Torres is offering deals that makes it less expensive (and easy) to experience the natural wonders and outdoor adventures of Torres del Paine National Park. Las Torres currently has two special promotions: 3 Nights All-Inclusive from…

CEO – Gary Segal: We have spent a great deal of time thinking about the kind of person we need to take this business forward. We’ve talked to many experienced safari hands and we really do think we have made a winning…

Miquel Alimbau Comas was recently appointed as the new general manager for SkySafari by Elewana, which offers upscale aerial safaris in Tanzania and Kenya. With more than 12 years of experience in the tourism industry focusing on air transport and hospitality, Miquel…

Learn all about our newest African client by watching this webinar hosted by Corne Schalkwyk, sales and product manager of the South African safari company — “An Introduction to EcoTraining” . EcoTraining Guides & Guardians offers inspirational wildlife courses, gap year opportunities…

News from Alpha Travel for anyone who’s thinking of traveling to multiple countries on their upcoming safari and applying for an East Africa Tourist Visa. If your clients are applying in advance, the application must be submitted to the country (Kenya, Uganda…

You thought traveling to Patagonia couldn’t possibly get even better? Hotel Las Torres just raised the bar another notch by launching a new all-inclusive program that includes one night free hotel accommodation in Santiago (Chile) or El Calafate (Argentina) for anyone who…

Iceland is selling out. No joke! The big North Atlantic island is more popular than ever this summer, as lovers of nature, history and outdoor adventure flock to the rock that Vikings settled more than a thousand years ago. Recent news reports…

Alongside the red-hot Yankees and the latest Broadway plays, Iceland ProCruises recently got ink in the travel pages of The New York Times, America’s most prestigious daily newspaper. In an article called Cool Cruises Around Iceland, author Shivani Vora extols the virtues…

It may be the depths of winter in Patagonia, but the folks who run Hotel Las Torres are hard at work making the next summer season (2017-18) even better for visitors to Torres del Paine National Park with major room renovations. First…

After more than a year under construction at the ASENAV shipyard in Chile, Ventus Australis has been launched and is undergoing final preparations for sailing the southernmost regions of Chile and Argentina. Born for the waterways of Patagonia — with the quality…

Iceland is selling out. No joke! The big North Atlantic island is more popular than ever this summer as lovers of nature, history and outdoor adventure flock to the rock that Vikings settled more than a thousand years ago. Recent news reports…

Dear Partners, I am writing to keep you abreast of developments with the concession fee issue in Tanzania and what exactly Elewana will be doing to ease concerns over how any fee structure changes could otherwise affect both confirmed, provisional and new…

Good news from Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is that Gorilla permit price will be maintained for the years 2018-2019 (US$600 for Foreign non-residents, US$500 foreign residents, & UGX 250,000 East Africans). There has been a rumor that UWA had suspended sale of…

Hotel Las Torres is celebrating the arrival of the Chilean spring with a special promotion — anyone who books a four-night, all-inclusive stay that falls within the period September 15 to October 31, 2017 gets a fifth night at the Patagonian wilderness…

In order to provide a better experience for our guests and standardize our service, Hotel Las Torres in Torres del Paine will offer only superior rooms and suites starting this season (and for new bookings). All existing bookings for standard rooms will…

The government of Rwanda has implemented a new requirement for visitors effective immediately. Tour operators must obtain emergency evacuation insurance from local provider Akagera Aviation for each traveler. This insurance includes helicopter rescue and evacuation and is in addition to any private…

Not every destination gives travelers a reason to visit during off-peak seasons. But kudos to Uganda for continuing to offer special rates during the months of April, May and November. Four years after the decrease in gorilla permit prices during this period, Uganda’s…

For those who don’t have the time for a longer cruise, Iceland ProCruises offers an Eight-Day Circumnavigation of the fabled North Atlantic island aboard the Ocean Diamond. From Vikings to volcanoes, the voyage reveals Iceland’s diverse array of natural wonders, myths and…

The Elewana Collection just announced that rack rates at all Elewana lodges, camps and hotels, as well as SkySafari aerial trips, will be frozen at 2017 levels for the whole of 2018. This includes properties in Serengeti, Masai Mara, Amboseli and other…

Set your DVR’s if you can’t watch Jack Hanna’s Show this week!  Legendary animal man Jack Hanna features Elewana safari camps in upcoming episodes of his long-running TV show that revolve around recent visits to Tarangire and Serengeti national parks in northern…

Catching much of the tourism industry by surprise, the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has doubled the cost of gorilla trekking permits from US$750 to US$1,500 for all visitors effective immediately. The price increase will not affect travelers who had already booked their…

Summer just got longer in the southern hemisphere. At least at Hotel Las Torres, which has decided to extend the end of the next summer season all the way to April 30th 2018 to meet growing demand for both the hotel and…

After decades of warfare in the region, Namibia’s quirky Caprivi Strip is now bouncing back as both a wildlife haven and safari destination. These two facts were  recently highlighted in the article Africa Forbidden Zone Now a Wildlife Wonderland at CNN Travel….

If you thought the southern hemisphere summer was the only time to hike Patagonia, think again. Because Fantastico Sur is launching an incredible winter trekking program at Torres del Paine. Spread across six days and five nights, the brand new “Winter W”…

It may not be the highest view in Santiago — that honor goes to the views from the summit of Cerro San Cristóbal on the other side of the river — but the Terraza K Bar is certainly one of the most…

Spectacular but seldom-seen Cóndor Glacier in Tierra del Fuego is one of the highlights of the new four-night “Patagonian Explorer” route that Australis cruises will sail at the bottom of South America staring with the 2017-18 season. Renowned for its rich bird…

Make like Beryl Markham, Denys Finch Hatton and the other pioneers of romantic East Africa aerial touring by going on a Grand Safari of Kenya and Tanzania with Cheli & Peacock. The 12-day fly-in safari combines many of the region’s iconic destinations…

As the southern hemisphere summer slowly turns to fall, the management and staff at Hotel Las Torres in Patagonia is already getting ready for next summer in Torres del Paine National Park. The wilderness lodge’s popular hiking and horseback daytrips will be…

With immediate effect, the Kenya Airports Authority has cancelled permission for all airside Meet & Greets at international airports in Kenya. Just like every other modern airport around the world, guests arriving at JKIA Nairobi International Airport will have to work their…

Think Cheli & Peacock only does FITs? Well, think again . . . because we’ve added scheduled driving safaris in some of East Africa’s best game parks and wildlife conservancies. Our new driving safaris feature a minimum of two and maximum of…

But soon! That’s because around six months from now, our new expedition cruise ship Ventus Australis will finally be launched at the Asenav shipyard on the Calle-Calle River in Valdivia, Chile. Snatch a sneak peek at the latest addition to our fleet…

Flying from Kenya’s capital to Loisaba just got a whole lot easier. Air Kenya has informed us that from June 1st this year, the minimum number of passengers needed to operate a flight into Loisaba will be two (2) instead of the…

Despite our remote location, Hotel Las Torres and Torres del Paine National Park are easily accessible from Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales and Calafate via shuttles. Our all-inclusive programs include direct transfers (fixed schedules) from all three of these cities. The shuttle service…

Fantástico Sur has a new general manager — Carlos Quiroga. Already on the job for close to five months, Carlos earned a graduate degree in business administration (with a specialization in logistics) from the University of Chile before working for several top-shelf…

Even though it’s the last cruise of the 2017 season, our “Northern Lights & Whales” itinerary (Sept 21-27) is already sold out. We are currently taking names for the waiting list. But there are plenty of other great Iceland ProCruises itineraries to…

They’ve done it again, those incredible filmmakers at Hotel Las Torres, a brand new video that highlights the wonder and majesty of Torres del Paine National Park as well as the creature comforts available at the wilderness lodge. Produced by Free Road…

Given the fact that African Profile Safaris has long been the air safari of choice among Hollywood types visiting Namibia, it wasn’t surprising that former Top Gear stars Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May chose APS to fly them around Namibia…

We are delighted to have an incredible six of our properties nominated for the prestigious Travel + Leisure awards for 2017. To help us win these awards, we ask that you all take a few moments to vote for each property at…

Once again pushing the outer edge of the safari envelope, Cheli & Peacock has created an enticing East African wildlife experience called Gnus and Chimps. The seven-night flying safari revolves around two of Tanzania’s greatest wildlife treasures — the wildebeest (gnu) migration…

Expedition cruises around Tierra del Fuego and the bottom end of Patagonia may be what Australis is known for among adventure seekers. But the Chilean cruise company is also into promoting the region as a while. Especially places like Torres del Paine…

  Not everything lasts forever . . . including the Iceland ProCruises fabulous Early Bird Special on  cruises in Iceland and Greenland, which expired at the end of January. Regular prices take effect on the 1st February 2017. However, it’s not too…

Starting with our cruises in the North Atlantic this spring, free wi-fi will be available in the Observation Lounge, Club Lounge and Polar Library on Iceland ProCruises’ Ocean Diamond. However, if you need a wi-fi connection in your state room, you will still…

Economy class passengers on all Icelandair flights booked in North America are now allowed just one free checked bag and one personal carry-on item. The new policy, which took effect on January 17th, does not impact passengers traveling to Iceland on Saga…

Offering discerning travelers unique experiences both on and off the ship, Iceland ProCruises just announced that its 20% discount for “early bird” bookings has been extended through January 31, 2017 for cruises in Iceland and Greenland (based on space available). Details on…

This past yuletide season brought more than good tidings and Christmas cheer to Uganda. The East African nation was also blessed with one of the rarest gifts of all – a baby rhino that came into the world on December 27th at…

Conde Nast Traveler’s recent photo story on The 12 Best Places To See Wildlife Up Close features a number of places around the African continent where our clients are the local experts including Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Namibia. According to writer Paul…

Guidebooks are great but often outdated. UK-based Bradt Travel Guides — which publishes guides to some of the world’s wildest and most out-of-the-way places — goes the extra mile by providing online updates of its favorite places. Case in point: Bradt Ethiopia…

Think Cheli & Peacock only does FITs? Well, think again . . . because we’ve added scheduled driving safaris to some of East Africa’s best game parks and wildlife conservancies. Our new driving safaris are guaranteed with a minimum of two and…

In case you didn’t already know . . . budget carrier Wow Air starts flights between Miami and Reykjavik on April 5, 2017 and are a great way to connect with Iceland ProCruises when our season begins in May. Reservations are already…

Get a sneak peak at the latest addition to the Australis fleet by browsing the marine architecture renderings of  The Ventus Australis at www.australis.com/site/en/why-australis/our-fleet/ventus-australis/ Named after the Latin term for “Southern Wind,” the state-of-the-art ship is scheduled to go into service in…

This month we are welcoming Fantastico Sur to the Emerging Destinations portfolio of cool companies in cool places. Based at Torres del Paine, this family run business specializes in trekking programs and camping/cabin stays in the legendary Chilean national park. The company…

We also welcome a pair of small luxury hotels in Santiago — the Lastarria and the Luciano K — either of which make a great base for exploring the Chilean capital before or after your Patagonian adventure, or other areas of Chile….

Budget carrier Wow Air will start flights between Miami and Reykjavik on April 5, 2017. Reservations are already being accepted for passage between Miami and Iceland (for as little as $99 one way) or Miami and Wow destinations in other European cities…

Starting with our cruises in the North Atlantic next spring, free wi-fi will be available in the Observation Lounge, Club Lounge and Polar Library on Ocean Diamond. However, if you need an wi-fi connection in your state room, you will still need…

Given the fact that African Profile Safaris has long been the air safari of choice among Hollywood types visiting Namibia, it wasn’t surprising that former Top Gear stars Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May chose APS to fly them around Namibia…

Given the fact that many of the people who join its Patagonia cruises also visit Torres del Paine, Australis has just created its own guide to hiking Chile’s most famous national park during the southern hemisphere summer. Torres del Paine Hiking –…

No More Nukes . . . Save the Whales . . . and now Ban the Bottle. Elewana Collection is now part of a worldwide movement to get rid of plastic bottles by offering permanent stainless steel bottles to guests at all…

Christmas comes early at Elewana — anyone who books a 2017 SkySafari now gets a 10% discount. The early booking special applies to any and all 2017 departures including the SkySafari Tanzania Classic, SkySafari Kenya Classic and SkySafari Kenya Connoisseur. To qualify…

In case you haven’t noticed, Australis just launched a new website that features larger photos, better maps and easier ways to navigate their various routes, shore excursions and other options. It’s now in six different languages. Check out the English version here…

Elewana Collection sales and marketing director James Haigh was recently interviewed by The Luxury Editor website. In addition to answering a broad range of questions about Elewana’s camps, lodges and hotels and SkySafari, the story also delves into some of Haigh’s favorite…

Nancy Harrison, founder and CEO of Adventure Media, recently did a webinar for us called “Iceland Circumnavigation: The Experience Aboard the Ocean Diamond.” The webinar is all about what your clients can expect to experience on our ten-day Iceland Circumnavigation itinerary. From…

After multiple gorilla births this fall in Virunga National Park in the Congo, Adventure Consults is happy to report that a simian babe was also born in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Businza, an adult female from the Rushegura family, gave birth on…

Don’t forget to remind your customers to download and print our in-depth city and restaurant guides to Punta Arenas (Chile) and Ushuaia (Argentina) before they fly off to South America. Available as PDFs on the Australis website, the guides are packed full…

Warmer weather means that it’s once again puma watching time in Patagonia. Hotel Las Torres is the best place in all of South America to track, spot and photograph these beautiful big cats in the wild and puma expert Roberto Donoso is…

Ventus Australis is the name announced for the new state-of-the-art ship being built for Australis Expedition cruise line. The name – Latin for “Southern Wind” – reflects Tierra del Fuego’s distinctive weather, a factor that has long determined the region’s socio-cultural development…

In case you haven’t read it yet, Travel + Leisure magazine recently reported on a survey by Wakefield Research that Travel is the No. 1 Mood Booster. “Research tells us that 44% of Americans frequently regret not being able to go on…

If that’s not enough reason to book your gorilla trek today, consider that fact that Conde Nast Traveler recently published an article listing Five Reasons to Visit Rwanda Now. “Rwanda is the travel world’s phoenix rising,” the story declares. “From a devastating…

Elewana’s landmark camp in Meru National Park, Elsa’s Kopje has been honored with an Andrew Harper 2016 Readers’ Choice award, ranking number 12 in the “Best Safari Lodges and Camps” category. The rankings are based on an annual independent reader survey in…

Our 2017 prices and itineraries are out! You can view them here — http://www.icelandprocruises.com/pages/cruises-2017.html A few changes are coming in 2017 including a new port on the “Iceland Circumnavigation” route! Instead of docking two nights in Akureyri, the Ocean Diamond we will…

Good day, As you know the Government of the Republic of Tanzania announced that as of the 1st of July 2016, VAT should be charged on some tourism services. SkySafari by Elewana is acutely aware of the disruption that unplanned changes to…

From James Haigh of Elewana: As you know the Government of the Republic of Tanzania has announced that as of the 1st July 2016 VAT will now be charged on some tourism services.The Elewana Collection is acutely aware of the disruption that…

The Spanish-language edition of National Geographic has named the “W” Trail in Torres del Paine National Park as one of the eight most attractive trails in the world. Since half of the trail is on our 10,000 acre estancia, Hotel Las Torres…

The Australis Specialist Program is an online certification course that includes a variety of fun and informative multimedia lessons, using real-life examples and sharing insights that you’ll be able to apply to your own business. Comprising of seven modules of interactive online…

Denys Finch-Hatton of “Out of Africa” fame was one of the pioneers of the flying safari and shooting animals with cameras rather than guns. The legacy of those legendary aviator-conservationists passes down to modern times as the SkySafari, a bespoke blend of Elewana’s…

Call it extreme makeover, Africa edition — the new Loisaba Tented Camp opened on May 1st. The open-air dining room, lounge bar, infinity pools and luxury tents are perched on the edge of a high escarpment that looks out over the wildlife-rich…

We finally have confirmed verbal permission to use the bridge in front of Serengeti Migration Camp to access the Kogatende/Mara crossings. This cuts the three-hour journey time between the camp and the Mara River to as little as one hour. Serengeti Migration…

On April 30, Elewana proudly watched alongside the planet as Kenya made history by burning 105 tons of ivory and 1.35 tons of rhino horn. African leaders, world-renowned conservationists and celebrities joined in the event which received global media coverage. We would like…

Namibia continues to shine in the international media is a star of the African safari seen. Check out these recent articles . . . and the latest offerings from African Profile Safaris. Manchester Evening News (UK): Travel Review Namibia “You know that bit at the…

A good news conservation story. When you think about Conservation in Africa you probably think of a battle that is being lost. The local and international conservation headlines read desperate times for wildlife. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Good news…

Brian Mugume of Adventure Consults in Uganda recently passed along the sad news that Clarence, the famous three-legged lion of Murchison Falls National Park, was killed some months back by a buffalo. Clarence was once the dominant male of the park’s “Delta” pride that…

I’ve made two journeys through Ethiopia in the last 11 months with our client Jacaranda Tours. Some thoughts on the first trip can be found on my blog here. Meanwhile, here are some takeaways from my most recent trip: You can learn about Ethiopia…

From Hotel Las Torres: Very proudly, we announce that our promotional video has recently been named a Silver Winner in the 37th Annual Telly Awards in the category “Best online commercial for Travel/Tourism”. With over 13,000 entries from all over the world, this is truly an…

While passengers of Kenya Airways and the airline’s SkyTeam partners already enjoy a new arrival terminal, travellers flying to Nairobi on other airlines still use the converted parking garage, which was turned into an arrival facility with immigration and customs and baggage…

British Airways to increase capacity between London and Nairobi 784 seats a week British Airways has announced it will increase capacity by 784 seats a week on flights between London and Nairobi for summer 2016 through the introduction of a Boeing 747-400…

Construction is underway on the new Australis expedition vessel in Valdivia, Chile. The new ship — which is expected to join the fleet during the final trimester of 2017 — will have a similar hull design and the same number of cabins…

A huge congratulations to Las Torres’ bartender Federico Gil for his excellent performance in the recent Capel Puro Talento: Torneo Nacional de Mixología y Flair, a national bartending competition that matches cocktail makers from around the nation. Federico shook and stirred his…

Iceland ProCruises’ “Iceland and Natural Wonders of Greenland” itinerary just made it into the Chicago Tribune article “11 summer vacation ideas – and why you should book now.” This itinerary is the perfect way to see both Iceland and Greenland and there…

We are pleased to announce that we have added Iceland ProTravel to the Emerging Destinations portfolio of cool companies in cool places.  The “older sister”  to Iceland ProCruises, ​Iceland ProTravel was founded 20 years ago and has has grown into one of Iceland’s…