Adventures That Make a Difference

Do you want your next adventure more than just a visit to a new place? Do you want to make a difference?

 

Check out these eye-opening South Africa tours at  The Cultural Explorer , specialists in cultural and philanthropic travel.

Animals and Art — VENDA INDIGENOUS ART TOUR

For adventurous travelers who love art and animals, too! Travelers stay in one-of-a-kind hotels, visit mystical regions few tourists see, and view animals in luxurious, eco-friendly safari camps. This is a unique opportunity to get to know various South African artists and visit with them in their studios. This trip includes optional cultural excursions to local villages and philanthropic projects. This exclusive itinerary really gets off the beaten path on this trip and venture into mystical parts of South Africa where most tourists don't go. If you like art  and culture and also want to spend timeout on safari with the animals - this trip is for you!

• May 17-31, 2008

Mothers&Daughters - South Africa Adventure

For women only. This tour is designed to introduce Cultural Explorer travelers to the women and children of South Africa as they tour this spectacular country. It is a rare opportunity for families to learn and explore together. Both educational and fun. The May trip is scheduled around the 2008 Mother's Day holiday on May 11. For ages 15 and above–because travelers will witness and discuss the impact of AIDS on families and communities.

• May 3-17, 2008
* June 7-21, 2008

Making a Difference — South Africa

A special two week hands-on tour that gives travelers the opportunity to get involved and make a difference, while they explore and learn about South Africa. Here is what travelers can expect: Visit rural schools and develop plans to help with computer work stations or the library. Tutor students in English. Visit local orphanages and learn how to help AIDS orphans. Come up with a plan to get electricity to Zulu villages. Take a group of township kids on a field trip to the ocean or Robben Island. Observe animal rescue. Experience life in the townships; see what it is like to live without electricity or running water. Visit projects active in helping women develop much-needed work skills. Give developing entrepreneurs business or marketing advice and suggestions. Plus travelers will hike the Drakenberg mountains, walk Indian Ocean beaches, tour Robben island, shop Cape Town, and visit with the African Jackass penguins.

• February 9-23, 2008
• March 1-15, 2008
• September 6-20, 2008
• October 18-November 1, 2008

The Cultural Explorer (http://theculturalexplorer.com/)is a member of the African Travel Association (ATA) and is based in San Francisco. The company offers both group and individual trips and specializes in cultural and philanthropic travel experiences.

The Cultural Explorer
211 27th Avenue, Suite 301
San Francisco, CA 94121

Phone: 415-387-1335
Fax: 415-386-8334
International Cell: 415-994-0019
E-mail: Pat@TheCulturalExplorer.com

Comments

[David]

Hi Ellen-

Here is a nice article you might enjoy reading from Palm Beach Living Magazine: "When Helping becomes part of the Adventure."

http://www.exquisitesafaris.com/index.php/journal/more/palm_beach_life_philanthropic_travel/

-David
http://www.exquisitesafaris.com/index.php/journal/

[Ellen Barone]

Thanks David for sharing more information about another great way to travel while giving something back!

Cheers,

Ellen