Do any research on Thailand at all, and you’ll realize that it is as diverse as countries come. Geographically, it features thousands of miles of coastline and rugged mountains. Population-wise, it includes numerous people groups and ways of life: hip Thai urbanites frequent the cafes and tech companies of the megacity of Bangkok and the UNESCO Creative City of Chiang Mai, while indigenous hill peoples of the far northern Golden Triangle have semi-nomadic lives that span borders with Myanmar and Laos. And in regard to travelers, the rarely visited far reaches of forest- and wildlife-rich Nan Province contrast with the hippie hangouts of Pai and beach resorts of Phuket. But hold on a minute … Phuket?
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Kenya is a land of vast diversity: in landscapes, in biodiversity, and in people. With a population of nearly 50 million, all three major people groups of the African continent (Cushite, Nilotic, and Bantu) are represented in this country, rich in culture. A high percentage of Kenya’s citizen’s are able to be classified as “indigenous”, meaning they are the original inhabitants of a given region for an extended period of time that precedes the modern arrival of outside colonial population. Travelers in Kenya will have the opportunity to offer their respect and curiosity to these special minority groups, and learn from their traditional wisdom.
At Global Basecamps, we make adventure easy as our expert travel specialists assure that planning your trip is a breeze. And as for the also challenging process of packing your bags? We’re here to help you with that, too! Getting the most out of every liter of your bags can be a fun challenge - here are some helpful packing tips that will make the most out of your bag!
Wherever our travels take us, there are sights and activities that are simply not to be missed. Top experiences are renowned for a reason: they just can’t be found anywhere else! South Africa is a country of a dramatic past, amazing scenery and striking people and wildlife, and there are a handful of mentions that stand out from the rest. Scope out our list of five top things do in South Africa that are part of Global Basecamps’ itineraries, and also are activities you can check out yourself once your tour or safari come to an end.
We are excited to officially announce our Africa Shared Departures for 2019. These scheduled trips are ideal for those seeking an effortless and affordable option, without sacrificing quality. Space is limited for these exclusive small group safaris and Kenya and Tanzania are trending for 2019 so now is the time to book your safari for next year. Reserve your spot before it's gone!
