Intrepid Travel launches African challenge

Renowned for their commitment to responsible tourism, Intrepid Travel and sister company Guerba are proud to announce an ambitious new eco-friendly campaign. With help from you and your friends their aim is to plant 12,000 trees in Africa in just 30 days! Starting from 1st April 2007 Intrepid will plant a tree in Africa for every person who registers on their website.

Register free of charge on Intrepidtravel.com/africatrees and not only will you be doing your bit to save the planet, you’ll also receive a 10% discount voucher to spend on Intrepid and Guerba group trips in Africa including Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Madagascar, Egypt and Algeria as a ‘thank you’.

Environmental issues are close to Intrepid and Guerba’s hearts, and this campaign builds on Guerba’s long standing relationship with Woodlands 2000 Trust. Intrepid and Guerba already plant a tree with Woodlands 2000 for every week someone travels with them in East Africa. The Kenyan-based, non-governmental organisation plants trees to provide alternative wood supplies for local people so that the indigenous forest is left untouched. Together Intrepid and Guerba have already planted around 12,000 trees and with your help they would like to plant another 12,000 by the end of April 2007.

As a thank you for registering to plant a tree, Intrepid are offering you the chance to experience Africa yourself with 10% off trips such as:

GORILLAS & GAME PARKS, £765
Head deep into the heart of Central Africa’s forests for the pinnacle of wildlife experiences – an unforgettable encounter with the mountain gorillas of Uganda. Discover a collage of bright colours, beautiful scenery, busy towns and friendly locals as you explore Churchill’s ‘Pearl of Africa’.

Intrepid’s Gorillas & Game Parks costs £765 per person, land-only and includes 13 nights camping, gorilla permits and all meals. A local payment of US$640 is required on arrival. Book through Intrepidtravel.com/yrg.

THE MASAI HEARTLANDS, £660
Combining the best that Kenya and Tanzania have to offer, this amazing overland adventure takes you from the abundant wildlife of the Serengeti to the Masai villages of the Great Rift Valley. Taking in four of East Africa’s finest game parks, the opportunities for game-viewing and photography are endless.

Intrepid’s Masai Heartlands adventure costs £660 per person and includes 12 nights camping, 2 nights hotels and most meals. A local payment of US$620 is required. Book through Intrepidtravel.com/yrm.

MADAGASCAN EXPLORER, £980
Stunning mountains, beautiful rainforests and idyllic beaches offer wildlife lovers the opportunity for adventure in paradise. Listen to the unforgettable morning call of the Indri and watch the acrobatics and cheeky behaviour of the Sifakas and ring tailed lemurs as we go in search of the endangered species of the renowned Berenty, Perinet and Ranomafana Reserves.

Intrepid’s Madagascan Explorer costs £980 per person, land-only and includes 14 nights hotels/lodges and most meals. A local payment of 595 Euros is required on arrival. Book through Intrepidtravel.com/ysy.

For a little extra inspiration why not head down to the Intrepid Travel London store on Upper Street, Islington, and have a chat with the experts. Register at the interactive store and you’ll receive your own model tree to plant on Intrepid’s map of Africa. And if you’re looking for ideas on how to spend your 10% discount voucher, ask for more information about the free Africa-themed events on offer at the store throughout April. For more information go to Intrepidtravel.com/events.