Mexico Slideshow October 14th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes Mexico: Baja Sierras & Sea of Cortez Safari Isla Espiritu Santo in the Sea of Cortez and the Sierra La Laguna Biosphere Reserve are two of Baja California Sur’s most beautiful and biodiverse locations — a “mini-Galapagos” much closer to home. On this Baja hiking tour, we explore safari-style, allowing us to experience this idyllic… Read More »
Bucket List Trips to Plan Now September 29th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes While we understand that there is much uncertainty around the future of travel at this time, we’re sure you have a dream trip (or two) on your bucket list. Even given the current situation, people are eager to travel, and 2021 trips are already starting to fill at an unprecedented rate. If you’re not quite… Read More »
Video: South Africa Safari June 2nd, 2020 • by Matt Holmes To ensure an unforgettable Africa safari experience, Boundless Journeys has partnered with top local guides, safari lodges in prime locations, and fine hotels. Our South Africa safaris offer various experiences, from game drives in Kruger National Park and the private Sabi Sands Game Reserves to exploring marine life, touring Cape Town, and visiting the wine… Read More »
Why the Lion Roars - An African Story May 26th, 2020 • by Karen Cleary Storytelling is an important part of traditional African culture, and these tales often teach a lesson or explain something in nature. In a nod to this tradition, when on safari in Africa, you might return from dinner to find an African folk story placed on your bed. Here is one of my favorites, which we… Read More »
Video: Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari May 5th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes A safari in Botswana is Africa for purists—those who seek unspoiled nature, far from the more touristed routes, while Zimbabwe is a reemerging safari destination, known by safari insiders as the place for elephant-lovers. Venture into this remote corner of Southern Africa with Boundless Journeys, and you’ll have a front-row seat to awe-inspiring game—lions, hippos,… Read More »
Sounds of the World April 28th, 2020 • by Deborah Tobey We rarely talk about the sounds that we encounter when on one of our walking tours and how they may differ by or even define a destination. We highlight the other senses—views from the trail, the tastes of cuisine, the feeling of dirt beneath our feet, and the scent of pine or the ocean, but… Read More »
7 unusual animals you've probably never heard of April 21st, 2020 • by Kristen Bernarsky As the person in the office who boasts the most pets (3 dogs and a cat), it came as no surprise to my co-workers that I wanted to do personalized pet gifts and to write a post on animals. There are so many unusual animals out there in the world, I’ve picked out a few… Read More »
Our Favorite Adventure Movies April 13th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes In a previous post, we made recommendations for our favorite books about adventure and other cultures. For more immediate gratification than the few days it might take to read a book, here are some of our favorite adventure-related movies. This batch is all based on or inspired by real people or true events and can be… Read More »
9 Crazy Facts about the World's Largest Land Animal April 6th, 2020 • by Karen Cleary As Boundless Journeys’ Safari Specialist, I’ve had amazing opportunities to venture into some of the wildest places in southern and eastern Africa. Not long ago, I returned from a week on Rwanda safari and got up-close to the endangered mountain gorillas! But this post isn’t about gorillas (as unbelievable as that was), it’s about elephants—one of… Read More »
Video: Rwanda Gorilla Tracking & Big Five Safari March 17th, 2020 • by Matt Holmes On our Rwanda safari tours, we go gorilla trekking to encounter endangered mountain gorillas found on the jungle-clad slopes of the Virunga Mountains, and come this close! to the largest primates on earth. Witnessing their natural behaviors in their protected habitat will perhaps be the most unforgettable experience of your life. Check out the full… Read More »