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ADVENTURE Walks, bikes,

SNAPSHOT rides and thrills.

THE ULTIMATE TRAVELLING CAMP

Fancy travelling off the beaten track? World panoramic earthy-to-sky views are as awe- the border of Nepal offers thrilling safaris
Journeys offers “glamping” in parts of India inspiring as the air is pure. and guided nature walks. The surrounding
that are less visited, but equally spectacular, For just a few weeks a year, the pop-up forests are home to rich birdlife, while the
with The Ultimate Travelling Camp. This Kohima Camp is set up in remote Nagaland in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is famous for its big cats.
boutique collection of luxury camps offers the north-east, offering unique access to the Nearby villages are home to the fascinating
immersive cultural experiences in jaw- fascinating Hornbill Festival of the local Naga Tharu Tribe.
dropping landscapes. tribes. Proudly clinging to ancient traditions, Other glamping locations include Allahabad
In the mountainous north is the magical their elaborate costumes and headdresses are with the world’s largest gathering of seers,
Buddhist ex-Kingdom of Ladakh. At the luxury quite something, featuring animal tusks, skins fortune tellers, sadhus, and salvation seekers.
and feathers. Enjoy colourful performances of
camp here you can watch a game of polo – a dance and song, traditional archery and more. Wherever you stay with The Ultimate Travel
sport of the royal family of Ladakh – raft down Camp, you’ll enjoy that winning combination of
the Indus or explore the serene monastery. The For wildlife enthusiasts, Jaagir Lodge near luxury, exclusivity and full cultural immersion.

LAKE EYRE IN FLOOD – A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME EXPERIENCE

Over recent months, rainfall in the Northern comfort aboard a custom-built 4WD vehicle and egg Daisies and Sturt Desert Peas in full bloom.
Territory, Queensland and South Australia has stay in a range of hand-picked accommodation,
led to an influx of water into the usually dry and including two nights in luxury safari-style tents APT’s seven-day Lake Eyre and Flinders Ranges
barren inland sea, transforming Lake Eyre into at the Wilpena Pound Resort. trip includes all meals, the services of an expert
a desert oasis, flourishing with life. Due to its driver-guide, and a range of APT Signature
remote location and unpredictable nature, this Covering thousands of hectares, Lake Eyre Experiences, including a scenic flight over Kati
truly is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. takes on a pink hue as it floods, thanks to the Thanda-Lake Eyre. Walk on the dazzling salt
developing presence of algae, while freshwater
To take in the beauty of this natural phenomena, fish and a vast array of bird life, including flats of Lake Eyre South, traverse the iconic
APT has released a new seven-day Lake Eyre white pelicans, begin to thrive. See this natural Oodnadatta Track and become immersed in the
and Flinders Ranges journey. Travel in complete masterpiece also spring to life with Poached- incredible scenery of the Flinders Ranges.

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