By The UNCHARTED® editors · 3 min read
I grew up in Africa in the 70s and bore witness to the Hippy Revolution that swept the planet. My Dad had massive lamb chops and for a military man wore his hair longer than I had ever seen it. My mom, a gorgeous redhead, rocked high-waisted yellow bell bottom pants, creative, hilarious, and the ultimate entertainer.
They threw fabulous "adult only" costume parties, but kids were allowed. We were sequestered away and when we could we would sneak a peek, and watch in a state of both awe and embarrassment at the antics of our parents. I knew right there and then - these were my people, their love, laughter, and camaraderie, was something I adored. Today those people are still my oldest and dearest friends, and as my life has taken me for a spin around the globe I have continued to find more of my tribe.
From India to Kenya, Australia to Ecuador, New Zealand, and Fiji to Peru, no matter what the distance, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background - our shared values for a deeper spiritual and cultural connection, means a community built offering a deeper resonance to our earthly experiences. So journey with us and look deeper as these are just a smattering of some of our most soulful UNCHARTED places. These are the places that will touch your soul, heal your heart, and give you a real sense of what a global tribe is and can be.
Nothing Less Than Impressive: The Best of Morocco
Wander through red-walled kasbahs, shop in souks, and sleep in the Sahara. Visit villages in the Atlas Mountains, dine on dates in desert front oases, and sojourns in sublime hotels in the Imperial cities. This trip hits every corner of the country you long to see.
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The Ultimate Palaces, Outposts, and Tiger Reserves of India
The energy of India is palpable, the history remarkable, and the culture and cuisine like nowhere else on earth. This itinerary will see you wandering through colorful markets, cooking with locals, scouting for jungle wildlife, exploring a 12th-century fort, journeying into swirling desert sands via camel, and sleeping beneath the mythical banyan tree (revered as the Tree of Life).
Peru + Ecuador: Mountain Highs and Galápagos Magic
This epic journey weaves together the best of the sea in the Galápagos, with South America's crown jewel, Machu Picchu. In between these two iconic destinations, you’ll find plenty of cultural and adventurous experiences in Lima, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and Cusco.
New Zealand Winter Wanderer
Winter in New Zealand brings a new array of experiences—from world-class skiing to superior wildlife watching, calming hot springs to wayward winter festivals, this is the season less-traveled.
Rwanda and Kenya: Mighty Meetings with Africa’s Animal Kingdom
If you’ve come to the continent to connect with its wildlife, you should see the mountain gorillas as well as the Big 5. With that in mind, we’ve created an adventure to the best locales to encounter both groups over the course of nine days. You’ll leave completely changed by the experience.
Hideaway in Wild & Radiant Costa Rica
A display of the magnificent range of Costa Rican beauty, this trip will take you from stunning shorelines to the depths of a lush rain-forest reserve.
Untouched Tanzania: The Heart of Africa
Filled with three iconic safari camps that are off the normal tourist circuit, you’ll find yourself in the middle of vast wilderness areas with no one around to disturb the solitude other than your guide and the hoots of chimpanzees.
This Is Namibia: Stars Above, Sand Below
The burning coast is beckoning to you, welcoming you to this enchanting and unforgettable land. Namibia is a world untouched by the outside, and she's ready to be explored and to share her wonders with you.
The Galápagos Islands in Safari Style
This one-of-a-kind safari takes you to the best of the Galapagos Island and ends with a grand finale at a historic hacienda in the Andean foothills of Ecuador.
New Zealand + Fiji: An Epic Adventure
You love the idea of exploring the wild country of New Zealand's South Island, learning about Maori culture, and trying the amazing wine and cuisine, but you've also always wanted to experience the quintessential South Pacific—Fiji.
