23 Sep 2024
Tags: Tasmania, SOUTHERN AFRICA, Africa, Nepal, india, Trekking, Pioneer adventure, Safari, New, New Adventure, New trip
TASMANIA: Wilderness & Franklin River Rafting
A unique and unforgettable adventure through Tasmania's pristine South West Wilderness, featuring a nine-day river rafting expedition with wild camping on the untamed Franklin River. Named after the early explorer, Sir John Franklin, the Franklin River holds a special place in Australian history. From lost convicts to modern day politics, the river has inspired a conservation movement, best-selling books, iconic images and was honoured as the best river journey in the world by Outside Magazine in 2012. In addition to the rafting, this adventure also includes visits to some of Tasmania's iconic locations, such as hiking to the summit of the breathtaking Cradle Mountain.
GROUP SIZE: 6-12
GRADE: 6
THE DATE: 11 Mar & 18 Nov 2025
DAYS: 16 days
PRICE: £5,695
SOUTHERN AFRICA: Ultimate Overland – Coast to Coast
This pioneering trip is the only itinerary of its kind to offer so many wildlife, landscape and cultural highlights in one epic, four-week long package. The journey takes you overland across five countries, from the magnificent sand forms of the Namib Desert in the west, to the bright azure blue waters of the Indian Ocean in the East, offering some of the best wildlife viewing in Southern Africa; incredible game drives in Moremi, Chobe, Hwange, Matopos and Kruger. You'll stay in some of the wildest landscapes in a mixture of designated campsite, lodges and wild camping, this journey is suitable for the overland adventurer, looking to experience all of Southern Africa's finest safari and cultural experiences in a raw and unfiltered way.
GROUP SIZE: 8-12
GRADE: 1 - Overlanding
THE DATE: 6 Nov 2025
DAYS: 27 PRICE: £4,995
NEPAL: Panch Pokhari and Jugal Himal Base Camp Trek
Jugal Himal Base Camp has remained off the radar for adventure travellers, in part because the Jugal peaks were not open for climbing by the Nepal Mountaineering Association until 2023. Trails into this remote and untouched area are not well-established so the terrain is rugged and the trails little-used. This expedition starts at the bazaar town of Melamchi, which is accessible by road, before beginning the four-day trek up to the five picturesque and holy lakes at Panch Pokhari (4,055m). After leaving the holy lakes, the route takes you through the 'Shangri-La' valley of Ne-Pemachhal, where the true remoteness of this expedition begins as you trek onwards to the base camp at Yang Kharkha (4,700m) alongside the Jugal Glacier. Suitable for experienced trekkers only, this unique to KE expedition, is a mouth-watering prospect for Himalayan afficianados.
GROUP SIZE: 4-14
GRADE: 8
THE DATE: 2 Nov 2025
DAYS: 16 days
PRICE: £2,995
SVALBARD: Sea Kayak and Hike Expedition
This unique expedition explores the glorious bays of Ymerbukta and Tryghamna; arguably, the most beautiful sites of the Isfjord, with the impressive Esmark glacier (one of the few in Spitsbergen that is still advancing). Most of the time is spent on the water gently paddling along through the floating ice, getting up close to the wildlife and landscapes in areas that the larger boats just cannot reach. There are also gentle hikes, often ascents of fairly low altitude summits and shoreline walks, which will offer outstanding views and immerse you into the stunning landscapes that this region has to offer. This expedition is hands-on and a big part of this holiday is participation – from putting up your tent or packing it away, to helping with meal preparation and loading and unloading the kayaks. No kayaking or canoeing experience is required but a good level of fitness is essential.
GROUP SIZE: 5-12
GRADE: 5
THE DATE: 13 July 2025
DAYS: 10 days
PRICE: £2,425
INDIA: Tsomothang – a 6,000m Peak in Ladakh
Tsomothang (6,050m) is a rarely climbed peak that offers a new mountaineering objective and perfect Pioneer adventure. Often referred to as 'Little Tibet', Ladakh is high and wild territory and this expedition begins by flying in to Leh at 3,500 metres. The first few days are spent acclimatising amongst the colourful and often dramatically located Buddhist monasteries of the upper valley of the Indus River, before trekking for a week on scant trails, where the only people you are likely to meet are nomadic shepherds and their livestock. The trek crosses two 5,000m passes en route to the snow-capped peak of Tsomothang, where the views from the summit extend westwards to the twin 7,000 metre peaks of Nun and Kun and northwards to the mighty peaks of the Karakoram, including distant K2. This rarely climbed and technically undemanding mountain provides an excellent trekking challenge and the opportunity for any keen trekker or aspiring mountaineer to tick off a 6,000m Himalayan peak.
GROUP SIZE: 4-14
GRADE: 9
THE DATE: 03 August 2025
DAYS: 16 days
PRICE: £2,345
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KE Adventure Travel offers 400 active adventures in 90 countries, creating expertly guided small group and self-guided adventures worldwide. Best known for its pioneering itineraries, KE creates unforgettable adventures for active travellers of all abilities. Based in Keswick in the Lake District, KE is passionate about creating unique travel experiences for their customers. Established in 1984, KE Adventure Travel is a member of ABTA (W4341), AITO (5075) and holds an ATOL license (2808). www.keadventure.com.
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