Micato

Micato Safaris

2009-03-11T21:42:30Z

Breathtaking. Humbling. Unforgettable. These are just a few of the words that could be used to describe climbing one of Earth’s topographical trophies: Kilimanjaro. Immortalized in literature, film and song, this African empress is truly one of the planet’s greatest treasures—and to climb it is a rewarding, once-in-alifetime experience. Capped by snow and looming mightily over the vast savannah, Africa’s highest peak is an awesome sight. At 19,340 feet, it ranks among the tallest mountain peaks in the world (actually, it is the tallest free-standing mountain) and is one of the famed “Seven Summits”. Is it a challenging climb? You bet it is. Is it worth it? Absolutely. It ranks amongst this writer’s greatest joys and most rewarding accomplishments. Many of us at Micato have climbed Kilimanjaro; while we have all reached Uhuru Peak, we nonetheless agree that even had we failed to summit, the magnificence of days on the mountain alone would have been well worth the journey. Many routes lead to the summit—Barafu, Machame and Umbwe are some of our favourites—but we’ll help you choose the trek that’s right for you, based on your experience, desires, fitness level and the time of year. A climb requires a minimum of six nights but we’ll also recommend extra nights at altitude for greater acclimatisation. These treks are non-technical and no mountain experience is necessary, but you should be hale and hardy. Our camp staff will carry your gear, keep you well fed and comfortable, and do their absolute utmost to get you wisely to the summit. Combine the mountain with a full safari, or perhaps add a few days of high altitude game viewing before the climb to shake off jet lag and savour the adventure ahead. However you plan it, the experience of legendary Kilimanjaro will be entrenched in your memory for years to come. 6

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Conquering Mt. Kilimanjaro 5890.0

From $5890 per person for 6 days

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2009-03-11T21:41:35Z

Discover breathtaking landscapes and elusive wildlife of Patagonia by hiking & sea kayaking through rarely-traveled terrain and fjords, interacting with local communities & living responsibly outdoors. 75

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Fall Semester in Patagonia 13500.0

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2009-03-11T21:41:29Z

Depending on the season, you might hike, ski, paddle & climb through Wyoming, Utah, Idaho, Nevada & S. Dakota while earning backcountry certifications and learning to live in the backcountry 87

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Fall Semester in the Rockies 10600.0

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:29Z

You might hike, cave, climb & paddle the Rio Grande, Gila Wilderness, Carlsbad Caverns & Cochise Stronghold while earning backcountry certifications and learning to lead groups. 88

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Fall Semester in the Southwest 10750.0

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OARS

O.A.R.S.

2009-03-11T21:42:29Z

World-class Caribbean-colored whitewater in the heart of Chile's Patagonia. 10

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Futaleufu River Multi-Sport 3300.0

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OARS

O.A.R.S.

2009-03-11T21:42:24Z

Hike the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne River in Yosemite National Park before two days of California whitewater rafting on the Wild & Scenic Tuolumne River. 6

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Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne River: Headwaters Hiking & Rafting 2350.0

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Micato

Micato Safaris

2009-04-01T13:13:05Z

Explorer extraordinaire, legendary safari guide, biologist and pilot, Mark Ross has written the book on the world of African predators—quite literally. One of the books he penned, The Micato Safaris Guide to Predators, is a riveting volume of the continent’s carnivores. An American by birth, Mark adopted the wide savannahs of Africa as his home over twenty years ago and has since become a recognized expert in wildlife and safari. So much so, in fact, that his books are amongst the most widely read on East African travel, and Animal Planet and National Geographic consult with him. Mark’s work was included in The Best American Travel Writing 2000, and he is an expert wildlife photographer as well. So who better to take you on a private, customised wing safari of Africa? With Mark as your personal pilot and safari guide, you’ll gain keen insights from his twenty-odd years of flying these untamed wilds, combined with his encyclopedic knowledge of animal behaviour from his training as a wildlife biologist. Not to mention his personal stories that will have you on the edge of your comfortable seat: thrilling tales of bravery, adventure and discovery…the stuff of true safari lore! Simply choose a region of Africa and its wonders will unfold before you—dramatically, comfortably and conveniently. Maybe you’d like to explore East or Southern Africa’s famed game-parks or perhaps combine them with some lesser-known gems to which Mark is privy. Accommodations can be as luxurious or as adventurous as you please (or both), from Mark’s own seasonal tented camps to the most splendid, exotic safari lodges imaginable. With a world-renowned safari guide, a personalised itinerary and the private wings to move as you please, Micato’s Private Adventure is like having an insider’s pass to Africa’s most beguiling wilds. 14

From 14 days

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Private Adventure by Private Plane 36000.0

From $36,000 per person for 14 days

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:31Z

Master 2 disciplines in one course: climbing, leading, belaying, placing anchors, tying knots, rappelling and managing risks in Wyoming, then whitewater kayaking & paddling in Utah. 30

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Rock and River 5005.0

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:28Z

With climbing techniques, rope systems, anchors, rappelling, belaying, risk management, protective placement and the skills to travel safely in the backcountry, you'll be prepared to lead your own expeditions. 21

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Rock Climbing 3765.0

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:31Z

Season depending, you might hike, ski, paddle and climb in Wyoming, Utah, Idaho, Nevada & S. Dakota while learning to live comfortably and responsibly in the backcountry. 86

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Rocky Mountain Gap Year Semester 10600.0

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2010-03-11T20:02:27Z

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:31Z

Pursue a career in outdoor ed! Learning to eat, sleep, guide, manage risks, foster teamwork and teach everything from natural history to tree identification while trekking through backcountry Wyoming. 23

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Rocky Mountain Outdoor Educator Course-Backpack & Rock Climb 3050.0

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2010-03-11T20:02:28Z

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:31Z

Become an expert outdoor educator. After traveling through varied terrain, learning myriad skills, earning backcountry certifications and developing teaching tools, you'll excel in wilderness education. 94

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Rocky Mountain Outdoor Educator Semester 11600.0

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Micato

Micato Safaris

2009-03-11T21:42:30Z

In some of the secluded corners of this wild continent, there are places where humans rarely tread—isolated, hypnotic havens where each step seems to bring a jolt of excitement. Seldom Seen Africa brings you in touch with this raw and remote Africa, where you don’t just observe wildlife but become a part of its world. Maybe you’ll choose to hike through the rarely-visited Selous Game Reserve. Here, you will trek through grasslands, forests and swampland and bask in the pulse-quickening wildness of it all. Explore the serpentine Rufiji River, stunningly isolated yet replete with wildlife-viewing opportunities. Spy cape buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah, crocodiles and even the endangered black rhino—in this seldom-seen territory, it’s as if you’re glimpsing a forbidden world. You might also find yourself exploring Botswana’s famed Okavango Delta, gliding through its wildlife-rich waterways by canoe. The discoveries are neverending in this primitive landscape—a pod of hippos wading nearby, or some crocodiles sunning themselves on the bank. Angle for the legendary tigerfish, or explore the Delta on horseback. Kenya’s rarely-explored far reaches also hold great intrigue. Choose from a wealth of under-the-radar gems here: camel trekking across acacia-dotted Nandanguru Plains; interacting with the nomad tribes of the Northern Frontier; helicoptering to the otherworldly Chalbe Desert; or exploring the Laikipia Plateau by mountain bike and bi-plane. Choose one of these adventures, or combine them all into one. It’s up to you. From desolate stretches of desert to the edges of an untamed frontier, these sojourns open up a new world of safari to even the most seasoned adventures. 14

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Seldom Seen Africa - On foot, camel or horseback 16000.0

From $16,000 per person for 14 days

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:35Z

Enjoy the most comprehensive exploration of the Pacific NW. For 77 days you'll hike, climb and sail your way through wilderness coastline, high peaks, the Strait of Georgia & the Makah Indian Nation. 77

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Semester in the Pacific Northwest 10150.0

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:35Z

Explore the Southwest and Pacific Northwest: you'll hike, kayak, climb & sail the beautiful boundary territory while earning backcountry certifications and learning to live and lead in the wilderness. 86

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Semester on the Borders 11500.0

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2009-03-11T21:41:30Z

Discover Patagonia's breathtaking landscapes and wildlife: hike and sea kayak through rarely-traveled terrain & fjords, interacting with locals, earning wilderness certification, and living in the backcountry. 75

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Spring Semester in Patagonia 13200.0

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:37Z

Enjoy the most comprehensive exploration of the Rockies.You can hike, ski, paddle and climb your way through Wyoming, Utah, Idaho, Nevada & S. Dakota while earning backcountry certifications. 87

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Spring Semester in the Rockies 10375.0

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:37Z

You can hike, cave, climb & paddle your way through the Rio Grande, Gila Wilderness, Carlsbad Caverns and Cochise Stronghold while earning backcountry certifications and learning leadership skills. 88

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Spring Semester in the Southwest 10625.0

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:37Z

Enjoy the most comprehensive exploration of the Rockies. Depending on the season, you might hike, ski, paddle & climb your way through Wyoming, Utah, Idaho, Nevada & S. Dakota while earning backcountry certifications. 68

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Summer Semester in the Rockies 9565.0

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NOLS

2009-03-11T21:41:32Z

Hiking for 30 days through Wyoming, you'll learn to navigate with a map, cook in the backcountry, rock climb, fly fish and lead safely, comfortably and responsibly. 30

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Wind River Wilderness, 16 and 17 only 3920.0

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2009-03-11T21:41:32Z

Hiking through Wyoming, you'll learn to navigate with a map, cook in the backcountry, rock climb, fly fish and lead safely, comfortably and responsibly. 30

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Wind River Wilderness, 16 and Over 3650.0

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2009-03-11T21:41:32Z

Hiking through Wyoming's Wind River Mountains, you'll learn to navigate with a map, cook in the backcountry, rock climb, fly fish and lead safely, comfortably and responsibly. 14

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Wind River Wilderness, 23 and over 3005.0

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2009-03-11T21:41:37Z

In this comprehensive immersion of the Sonoran Desert, you'll hike, kayak & climb through the Cochise Mtns, Galiuro and Gila Wildernesses and the Baja peninsula while leading in the backcountry. 135

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Year in the Sonoran 19500.0

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OARS

O.A.R.S.

2009-03-11T21:42:25Z

Raft the Champagne whitewater of the Tuolumne River: then hit the hills for 3 days of hiking in Yosemite National Park on this one-of-a kind active California adventure. 6

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Yosemite & Tuolumne Hiker: Peaks, Creeks and Waterfalls Special photography workshop on May 18 $2145 1895.0

All prices based on double occupancy

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