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Tag: archaeology

10 Reasons Why Visiting Chachapoyas in Northern Peru is an Absolute Must!

Chachapoyas, Peru, is a remote and culturally rich region featuring ancient ruins, unique cuisine, diverse ecosystems, and archaeological wonders like Kuelap making you feel like an explorer!

Why Choquequirao Beats Machu Picchu AND the Colca Canyon

Choquequirao, the “little sister of Machu Picchu” provides the adventurous traveler with an unforgettable experience and one of the most beautiful treks of the Andes.

Into the Heart of Cambodia: An Epic Adventure to Preah Khan’s Hidden Ruins

Reaching the stunning & remote temple of Preah Khan is an adventure in itself. Join us!

Beyond Angkor Wat: Discovering the Secrets of Beng Mealea by Motorbike

Reach Beng Mealea off the beaten path and explore these poetic Khmer ruins half swallowed by the Cambodian jungle.

Snorkelling on a 2000-year old treasure

Explore the archaeological underwater treasures of the French Riviera!

Tikal: where nature and culture merge

Explore the ancient Maya city of Tikal, in the dense jungle of Guatemala!

Exploring the cradle of the Maya civilization, El Mirador, Guatemala

Explore with us the cradle of the Maya civilization, the ancient capital of El Mirador that is still being excavated by archaealogists in the Guatemalan jungle.

The off-the-beaten path spectacular Maya ruins of Uxmal, Mexico

The Maya ruins of Uxmal are spectacular and one of the best examples of the Puuc style. Even better, they are hardly visited by tourists, making this a very enjoyable off-the-beaten path discovery.

The mysterious wonders of Chichén Itza, Mexico

One of the 7 New World Wonders, Chichén Itza is a stunning site, still full of mysteries. Come and explore it with us!

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💦 While water is very sparse in the Karoo, one of the largest dams in South Africa can be found in the Tankwa Karoo NP. However, this water has a very high sulphur content and cannot be drunk without being seriously filtered. 🤩 Surprisingly, the harsh environment of the Tankwa Karoo national park is teeming with wildlife! ❓Many of you asked us if it was really that easy to set up camp, so we decided to show you what it takes from arrival to being ready for sundowners! ⚠️ The @tracks4africa map does not lie: 4x4 only track! 🤩 Some places are not easy to reach, and sometimes it’s more about the journey than the destination… Yet, some magical sights have both! 🧭 This overlanding adventure is new for us, and we tackled it as we are preparing a big overlanding expedition in Namibia in a few months time…

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