The best of all worlds

From the abundant wildlife of Tanzania’s lesser known Selous Game Reserve, Ruaha NP, and idyllic beaches of Mafia Island, to the unique village life of rural Papua New Guinea, Undiscovered Destinations’ new tours search out remarkable though little-visited regions in two new destinations, with tours depart London throughout 2008.

Papua New Guinea People and Villages
17-days, departing London every Wednesday throughout 08

A cultural tour of Papua New Guinea offers the opportunity to stay with local people and experience village life. Discover PNG’s fabulous flora and fauna during explorations amongst a wealth of tropical scenery, from the jungle-clad mountains of the highlands to the sandy white beaches and atolls of the coastal and island provinces. Trek to the mysterious stones and caves of Kemase and visit a local village whose former hospitality extended to having guests for breakfast. In Goroka, visit a sugar plantation, Kainantu Pottery and Yonki dam, walk to Keveve Water fall passing spectacular views, and enjoy the parks, waterways and sparkling tropical islands of Madang, the ‘prettiest town in the South Pacific’.

The tour costs from £2,555 p/p including international flights and taxes, domestic flights, transfers, lodge, hotel and village stay accommodation, most meals and expertly guided activities.

Tanzania Southern Safari and Mafia Island
15-days, departing London daily throughout 08.

Tanzania’s Selous Game Reserve is one of the world’s largest fauna reserves (54,600 km²) and home to abundant game, including Africa’s largest buffalo and lion populations. Elsewhere in Ruaha NP game drives allow for close up observations of large elephant populations (up to 10,000). Mafia Island, south of Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar, is scattered with traditional fishing communities and farming villages, and maintains traditional beliefs by ritual dances linked to the lunar cycle. Relax in lodge accommodation at the sea's edge on Chole bay, indulge in local seafood and fish specialities, and enjoy fishing, wind surfing, sailing, boat trips to neighbouring islands and diving. The perfect conclusion to a tour designed for those looking to experience undiscovered Tanzania.

The tour costs from £3,099 p/p including international flights and taxes, local flights, all government taxes, all service charges,transfers, lodge, camp and hotel accommodation, most meals, park fees and expertly guided activities.

For more information, visit Undiscovered-destinations.com.