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WORLD WIDE TREKKING

OUR PLANET

... WE GUIDE IT, YOU TREK IT.

It gives me an immeasurable amount of joy to see what World Wide Trekking has become over the years. What began as a one-man operation has become an international outfit with a global network of operators. It starts with our local offices in Salt Lake City, Utah and reaches across the world, sharing unforgettable adventures with our guests. My greatest thrill is witnessing my guests accomplishing their goals. I have found the true essence of guiding others and I love it.

After years of traveling, guiding, and participating in countless mountain rescues, I have developed a strict safety standard. Our commitment to safety affects every aspect of our business, and we are proud to provide a safe and rewarding experience to each and every guest.

One of the essential components to our success has been the formation of friendships with our overseas operations managers. Each of our overseas operations managers is a trusted and knowledgeable friend with whom I have shared many adventures and crafted special itineraries for World Wide Trekking. From Kilimanjaro to the Khumbu Valley, we pride ourselves on incomparable service and offer adventure options for every taste and interest.

We are excited to share these trip concepts with you. We offer adventures of all activity levels, for every taste. Please keep in mind that any of our trips are customizable to suit every need. We will fine-tune every aspect of the trips we offer to provide a unique experience.

Thank you for your time. Let’s work together and create some amazing adventures!

Sincerely,

Dean Cardinale Founder & Lead Guide, World Wide Trekking

World Wide Trekking Travel Planner

Table of Contents Everest Base Camp Trek | Nepal .............................................................................................. 4 Nepal Heli-hiking & Bhutan Tour ............................................................................................... 6 Kilimanjaro Climb | Tanzania .................................................................................................... 8 African Safari | Tanzania ........................................................................................................... 10 Human Outreach Project Voluntourism | Tanzania ................................................................. 12 Machu Picchu Mountain Lodges Trek | Peru ........................................................................... 14 Nazca Lines & Lake Titicaca Walking Tour | Peru ................................................................... 16 Ecuadorian Walking Tour | Ecuador ......................................................................................... 18 Argentina Wine & Walking Tour | Argentina ............................................................................. 20 Chilean Patagonia Trek & Sea Kayaking Adventure | Chile .................................................... 22 Morocco Luxury Tour | Morocco ............................................................................................... 24 Marrakech & Berber Villages Walking Tour | Morocco ........................................................... 26 Southern Utah Multi-sport Adventure | Utah ........................................................................... 28 Wasatch Winter Multi-sport Adventure | Utah ......................................................................... 30 Wasatch Wildflowers & Summer Adventure | Utah ................................................................. 32 Custom Private Adventures ....................................................................................................... 34 Meet the Team ........................................................................................................................... 36

World Wide Trekking — Our Commitment to You

Safety Our mission is to guide our guests through a rewarding and comfortable travel experience, and we cannot accomplish that mission without a stringent commitment to safety.

Our safety record is one of the highest in the field. WWTrek guides are certified in Outdoor Emergency Care, CPR, and Basic Life Support. Our expert guides have procedures in place in the event of emergency and are equipped with satellite phones, enabling constant, reliable communication. We are committed to the safety of every guest and team member.

Luxury At World Wide Trekking (or WWTrek), the word “luxury” encompasses all aspects of your adventure. Our level of service and attention to detail are among the things that set us apart in the adventure travel trade. We are committed to providing a superlative travel experience. From the moment you choose one of our trips, we tend to every aspect of your journey.

WWTrek will assign a personal trip consultant to manage the trip from start to finish. Our itineraries are designed down to the last detail, giving you time to immerse yourself in the journey at an enjoyable pace.

All of the accommodations on our trips are hand-selected and of the finest quality available. Nutritional meals also are a priority: all meals during the journey are healthy, delicious, and freshly prepared. We provide personal, professional assistance throughout our treks.

Customization Our trip concepts are customizable in every sense. From lodging to logistics, dietary needs to activity level, we specialize in custom-tailored itineraries.

The price per guest for any trip depends greatly upon the chosen lodging and amenities. Standard lodging, transportation, and services at WWTrek are the best available. However, any portion of the trip can be adjusted to accommodate your budget.

Success All of our trips are led by professional, accomplished WWTrek Western guides in conjunction with our overseas operations managers and staff. This ensures that safety, luxury, and custom-tailoring standards are always met. Our Western guides play a pivotal role in our extremely high success rate.

Nepal

Everest Base Camp Trek Sagarmatha National Park The Himalayas have captivated the imagination for centuries. Experience the majesty of these great peaks firsthand and trek to the foot of the highest mountain on the planet. Our itinerary is designed for gradual acclimatization—we take our time hiking each day so that you acclimate comfortably. Our porters do the heavy lifting, allowing you to fully enjoy the spectacular views of some of the world’s tallest mountains.

Duration: 17 days/16 nights (optional Everest View Trek: 10 days/9 nights) Trip Type: active trek Dates Offered: April–May | October–November Preferred Group Size: 12–26 Destination Airport: Kathmandu, Nepal — Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) Transportation: private coach and domestic flights (helicopter options available) Accommodations: Yak & Yeti and Hyatt Regency in Kathmandu and the finest available teahouses Cost Per Guest: starting at $4,500 Trip Highlights: • Kathmandu cultural tour: Durbar Square and Boudhanath Stupa (UNESCO World Heritage Sites), Bagmati River, and the monkey temple Swayambhunath • Trek to the foot of breathtaking Everest, the world’s highest mountain • Expert, high-altitude-knowledgeable trip leader greatly increases your chances for success; guides also keep daily medical charts to monitor your health • Guides are equipped with medical pack, satellite phone, and Gamow hyperbaric chamber • Explore Sherpa villages and ancient monasteries • Visit Namche Bazaar’s local trading market and Sherpa Museum • Immerse yourself in the local culture of the Khumbu Valley • Follow in the historic footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, the first to summit Everest • Highest elevation reached: 17,688 ft Customization: • This trip can be customized based on group interest • Free time for independent exploration • Helicopter transfers in and out of the Khumbu Valley • Everest View Trek (10 days/9 nights)—a shorter trek substitute designed to capture Nepal’s beauty, people, and culture 4

Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrival in Kathmandu, welcome orientation • Tour Durbar Square • Overnight at Yak & Yeti Hotel Day 2 • Kathmandu cultural tour • Overnight at Yak & Yeti Hotel Day 3 • Domestic flight (Kathmandu to Lukla) • Trek to Phakding • Overnight in teahouse lodge Days 4–10 • Trek through Sagarmatha National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site) • Overnight in teahouse lodge Day 11 • Arrive to Everest Base Camp • Overnight in teahouse lodge Days 12–15 • Return trek to Lukla • Overnight in teahouse lodge Day 16 • Domestic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu • Tour Boudhanath Stupa (UNESCO World Heritage Site) • Celebration dinner • Overnight at Hyatt Regency Hotel Day 17 • International departures

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Nepal & Bhutan

Everest View/Heli-hiking & Bhutan Walking Tour Sagarmatha National Park, Kathmandu, Bhutanese Cities This journey unfolds across the countries of Nepal and Bhutan for an adventure rich in cultural history, active trekking, and incredible sightseeing. Trek village to village in the lower Khumbu Valley, staying in the best teahouses along the way. Witness the summit of Mt. Everest on our private, scenic helicopter flight through the upper Khumbu Valley. Travel to the country of Bhutan to attend a vibrant festival, tour Bhutanese cities and see the stunning countryside.

Duration: 14 days/13 nights Trip Type: active trek Dates Offered: April–May | October–November Preferred Group Size: 10–26 Destination Airport: Kathmandu, Nepal — Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) Transportation: private coach, helicopter and domestic flights Accommodations: Yak & Yeti and Hyatt Regency in Kathmandu and the finest available teahouses & lodging Cost Per Guest: Everest view & heli-hiking from $4,200 | Bhutan walking tour from $2,900 (all gratuities included)

Trip Highlights: • Kathmandu cultural tour: Durbar Square and Boudhanath Stupa (UNESCO World Heritage Sites), Bagmati River, Thanka Monastery & Painting School, and the monkey temple, Swayambhunath • Trek along the Dudh Khosi River in the Khumbu Valley from Phakding to Namche • Enjoy breathtaking, up-close views of Mt. Everest from a private helicopter • Explore Sherpa villages and ancient monasteries • Visit Namche Bazaar’s local markets and Sherpa Museum • See Bhutan’s most famous monasteries and nunneries • Attend Thimphu Tshechu — one of the biggest festivals in the country. This Tshechu is witnessed by thousands of people many of which travel from neighboring Dzongkhags (districts) to attend the festivities.

Customization: • This trip can be customized based on group interest • Free time for independent exploration

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel • Optional tour of Durbar Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site) • Overnight at Yak & Yeti Hotel Day 2 • Visit Bagmati River • Overnight at Yak & Yeti Hotel Day 3 • Visit Thanka Monastery and Painting School • Drive to Nagarkot • Overnight at Club Himalaya Resort Day 4 • Fly from Nagarkot to Phakding via private helicopter • Overnight at Yeti Mountain Home/Phakding Days 5–7 • Trek from Phakding to Monjo to Namche • Overnight in teahouse lodges Day 8 • Fly up the Khumbu Valley in private helicopters and enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks of the High Himalayas • Guests will continue on to Lukla via helicopter for overnight stay Day 9 • Domestic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu • Tour Boudhanath Stupa (UNESCO World Heritage Site) • Overnight at Hyatt Regency Hotel Days 10–13: Bhutan Walking Tour • Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Paro, Bhutan • Visit Taktsang Monastery (pictured on the right) • Attend the Thimphu Tshechu festival • Visit the ruined fortress of Drugyel Dzong Day 14 • Return to Kathmandu via scenic flight • Farewell/celebration dinner • Overnight at Hyatt Regency

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Tanzania

Kilimanjaro Climb Kilimanjaro National Park Mt. Kilimanjaro stands as a stone sentinel high above the plains of Tanzania. Its 19,340-foot summit towers above all else and represents the world’s tallest freestanding mountain. As you traverse the flanks of Kilimanjaro, walk through six different temperate zones. The beautiful foliage and stunning scenery add to the mystique of this great mountain, and your efforts will be rewarded with an incredible sense of accomplishment upon reaching the “Roof of Africa.”

Duration: 11 days/10 nights (Lemosho Route) Trip Type: active trek Dates Offered: year-round options available Preferred Group Size: 12–24 Destination Airport: Kilimanjaro, Tanzania — Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Transportation: private coach and open-top Land Cruiser Accommodations: luxury lodges and on-mountain camping Cost Per Guest: starting at $4,200 Trip Highlights: • Climb Kilimanjaro to Africa’s highest point—elevation reached: 19,340 ft • No technical climbing experience necessary • Our expert guides keep you safe and comfortable • Enjoy luxury camping on the mountain with large, high-quality The North Face expedition tents, dining tents, private toilets, and first-rate cooking staff • High-altitude-knowledgeable trip leader greatly increases your chances for summit success; guides also keep daily medical charts to monitor your health • Guides are equipped with medical pack, satellite phone, and Gamow hyperbaric chamber Customization: • Post-trip add-ons: gorilla tracking, Zanzibar Island, or an African safari • Visit World Wide Trekking sister non-profit orphanage (Human Outreach Project Kilimanjaro Kids Community) and volunteer for a customizable amount of work and days • Choose from a variety of routes up Kilimanjaro based on preference • Additional days also are available for a less demanding pace

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive in Tanzania, transfer to hotel • Welcome reception • Overnight at Rivertrees Country Inn Day 2 • Arusha cultural walking tour • Orientation and gear check • Overnight at Rivertrees Country Inn Day 3 • Lemosho Route — Big Tree Camp (9,498 ft) Day 4 • Shira I Camp (11,500 ft) Day 5 • Shira II Camp (12,500 ft) Day 6 • Lava Tower Camp (15,190 ft) Day 7 • Karanga Valley Camp (13,106 ft) Day 8 • Kosovo Camp (15,995 ft) Day 9 • Kilimanjaro Uhuru Peak (19,340 ft) • Descend to Millennium Camp: (12,556 ft) Day 10 • Millennium Camp to Mweka Gate (5,380 ft) • Celebration dinner at Rivertrees Country Inn • Overnight at Rivertrees Country Inn Day 11 • Continue to safari, trip add-on, or international departure

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Tanzania

African Safari Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Conversation Area & Serengeti National Park Our African safari of the Great Rift Valley is a journey steeped in both cultural exploration and wildlife immersion. This luxurious and comfortably paced adventure takes you through land that has remained relatively unchanged in the past one million years.

Duration: 8 days/7 nights Trip Type: easy activity & exploration Dates Offered: year-round options available Preferred Group Size: 12–18 Destination Airport: Kilimanjaro, Tanzania — Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Transportation: open-top Land Cruiser Accommodations: luxury lodges and tented camps Cost Per Guest: starting at $3,900 Trip Highlights: • Explore Africa’s best wild-game parks—Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area, and Serengeti National Park (all UNESCO World Heritage Sites) • Private open-top Land Cruiser safari vehicle lets you get up close to exotic wildlife for the best viewing and photo opportunities • Visits with the Datoga and Bushman tribes Customization: • Visit World Wide Trekking sister non-profit orphanage (Human Outreach Project Kilimanjaro Kids Community) and volunteer for a customizable amount of work and days • Post-trip add-ons: gorilla tracking, Zanzibar Island or a Kilimanjaro climb • Add a hot-air balloon ride over the Serengeti • Custom safari in Tanzania’s less-visited southern national parks • Walking safaris in any of Tanzania’s national parks

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive in Tanzania, transfer to hotel • Welcome reception • Overnight at Rivertrees Country Inn Day 2 • Travel from Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park • Overnight at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge Day 3 • Lake Eyasi and Datoga tribe visit • Overnight at Kisima Ngeda Lodge Day 4 • Bushman tribe visit • Overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House Day 5 • Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area • Overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge Day 6 • Serengeti National Park • Overnight in Serena luxury tented camp Day 7 • Serengeti National Park • Overnight in Serena luxury tented camp Day 8 • Serengeti National Park • Private charter flight to Arusha • Day room at Mount Meru Game Lodge • Farewell afternoon celebration • International departures

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Tanzania

Human Outreach Project Voluntourism Moshi & Kilimanjaro Kids Community in Boma Ng’ombe Experience the unique opportunity to work with WWTrek sister non-profit, Human Outreach Project (HOP).

Spend a week at the Kilimanjaro Kids Community (KKC), an orphanage built by HOP, help with special projects, assist at the children’s school, and learn about daily life for the kids at KKC. Duration: 8 days/7 nights Trip Type: easy active voluntourism Dates Offered: year-round options available Preferred Group Size: 6 and up Destination Airport: Kilimanjaro, Tanzania — Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) Transportation: private coach and open-top Land Cruiser Accommodations: local lodges Cost Per Guest: starting from $3,200 (all gratuities included) Trip Highlights: • Work on various improvement projects alongside local craftsmen • Participate in educational opportunities with our kids and local staff • See how we raise and sell chickens to supplement expenses • Help with the livestock: 4 cows, 17 goats, and 14 hens • Teach the local community at our learning center • Visit our kids in their formal school classes • Spend quality one-on-one time with our kids • Learn the history of HOP KKC • Explore sights such as the town of Moshi and Arusha National Park Customization: • Add-ons: African safari, Kilimanjaro climb, Zanzibar Island, or gorilla tracking • Amount of days is customizable—choose a trip length ideal for your group • Host a program for the local community in our learning center • HOP owns and operates KKC, giving us complete freedom to customize your itinerary

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive in Tanzania • Welcome reception Day 2 • Service week orientation • Moshi town cultural walking tour Day 3 • Kilimanjaro Kids Community tour • Work alongside local craftsmen Day 4 • See the children in their classroom environment • Work on our self-sustaining 4-acre plot Day 5 • Learn the story behind HOP and KKC • Help our staff with language skills Day 6 • Learn about our various livestock projects • Boma Ng’ombe walking tour Day 7 • Spend one-on-one time with the children • Complete project with local craftsmen Day 8 • Field trip safari with our kids to Arusha National Park • Day rooms at Kia Lodge • International departures

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Peru

Machu Picchu Mountain Lodges Trek Cusco, Sacred Valley & Aguas Calientes Amongst the timeless peaks of the Peruvian Andes lies The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu. This adventure begins in the vibrant city of Cusco and the Sacred Valley of Peru. You will continue your journey on the famous Salkantay trail to the ruins of Machu Picchu (UNESCO World Heritage Site).

Duration: 10 days/9 nights Trip Type: beginner trek Dates Offered: April–October Preferred Group Size: lodges accommodate 12 guests Destination Airport: Cusco, Peru — Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) Transportation: private coach and the Hiram Bingham Orient Express Train Accommodations: 5-star lodges and private luxury lodges Cost Per Guest: mountain lodges starting at $6,700 (all gratuities included) | camping trek starting at $3,900 Trip Highlights: • Visit one of the New Seven Wonders of the World • Tour the ancient ruins of Ollantaytambo/Chinchero in the Sacred Valley • All heavy gear carried by pack animals; you carry only a daypack • Experience a Killarumiyoc cleansing ceremony with a local shaman • Stay at the Hotel Monasterio, a former monastery and national monument dating from 1592 • Experience Cusco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the capital of the ancient Incan empire • Enjoy a 5-star dinner while traveling on the luxurious Hiram Bingham Orient Express Train • Luxury mountain lodges offer cozy dining rooms and delicious meals, private bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, massage services, hot tubs, Wi-Fi, and fireplaces • Highest elevation reached: Salkantay Pass (15,340 ft) Customization: • Camping trek group size also can be larger, up to 20 guests (9 days/8 nights) • Horses available if you prefer to ride rather than walk • Also offered as a walking tour and train excursion, a less strenuous option offering similar sights and experiences (5 days/4 nights) • Add-on excursions available (Lima, Amazon, Nazca Lines, and more)

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive in Cusco and transfer to the Sacred Valley • Overnight at Sol y Luna spa resort Day 2 • Sacred Valley tour (Ollantaytambo/Chinchero) • Overnight at Hotel Monasterio Days 3–7 • Luxury lodges trek throughout the Salkantay Route to Aguas Calientes • Reach the trip’s highest elevation on the Salkantay Pass on day 5 (15,340 ft) • Overnight in luxury mountain lodges Day 8 • Arrive in Aguas Calientes • Overnight at Inkaterra lodge Day 9 • Private guided tour of Machu Picchu ruins • Return to Cusco on the Hiram Bingham Orient Express Train • Overnight at Hotel Monasterio Day 10 • Cusco shopping and exploration in the morning • International departures

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Peru

Nazca Lines & Lake Titicaca Walking Tour Lima, Puno & Nazca Desert This adventure encompasses the mystery of ancient Nazca culture, including the Nazca Lines and Lake Titicaca (both UNESCO World Heritage Sites), the history and excitement of Lima, the picturesque charm of the town of Puno, and the Uros floating islands.

Duration: 8 days/7 nights Trip Type: easy active walking tour Dates Offered: April–October Preferred Group Size: 12–24 Destination Airport: Lima, Peru — Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) Transportation: private coach, private charter, and private boat Accommodations: luxury lodges and local private homestays Cost Per Guest: starting at $3,900 Trip Highlights: • Visit Lake Titicaca (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the largest freshwater lake in South America and the highest of the world’s largest lakes • Tour the Uros floating islands, Amantani Island, and Taquile Island while experiencing a unique and private homestay with local families • From our private charter, experience a condor’s-eye view of the mysterious Nazca Lines, a series of ancient geoglyphs located in the Nazca desert created between 450 and 650 AD • Enjoy a unique cultural walking tour in the city of Lima: visit Plaza San Martin, the pedestrian street of Jiron de la Union, Plaza Mayor, and San Francisco Church, Museum and Catacombs • Explore the small port of Puno, the ideal departure point to Lake Titicaca’s various islands and surrounding archaeological sites Customization: • Daily itinerary is fully customizable to suit your agenda • Tailored for families • Add-on excursions available: Machu Picchu, Amazon river cruise

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive in Lima • Lima cultural walking tour • Overnight at Miraflores Hotel Day 2 • Private charter flight from Lima to Puno • Explore the port town of Puno • Overnight at Casa Andina Private Collection Day 3 • Private boat on Lake Titicaca to Amantani Island • Overnight: family homestay Day 4 • Private boat on Lake Titicaca to Taquile Island • Overnight: family homestay Day 5 • Explore the Uros floating islands and return to Puno • Overnight at Casa Andina Private Collection Day 6 • Private charter flight from Puno to Nazca • Explore Nazca and the giant dunes of Huacachina • Overnight at Casa Andina Classic Nazca Day 7 • Scenic private flight over the Nazca Lines • Private charter flight from Nazca to Lima • Overnight at Miraflores Hotel Day 8 • Free time in Lima • International departures

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Ecuador

Ecuadorian Walking Tour Cotopaxi National Park, Sangay National Park, Old Town Quito & Baños This trip gives you the best of both worlds in Ecuador: experience historic Old Town Quito, Cotopaxi National Park, and the Puyopungo jungle in Sangay National Park. Enjoy a walk each day to explore everything from local culture, historical landmarks, rainforests, volcanoes, waterfalls, and more. Relax in the evenings and spend each night in a luxurious lodge.

Duration: 9 days/8 nights Trip Type: easy active walking tour Dates Offered: June–September Preferred Group Size: 12–24 Destination Airport: Quito, Ecuador — Aeropuerto Mariscal Sucre (UIO) Transportation: private coach Accommodations: luxury lodges Cost Per Guest: starting at $3,900 Trip Highlights: • Explore the culture and history of Old Town Quito (UNESCO World Heritage Site) • Witness the very active Tungurahua Volcano outside the town of Baños • Tour the Puyopungo jungle in the Sangay National Park to see breathtaking waterfalls, visit the indigenous Quichua community, and ride the river in a wood canoe • Stay in one of the most beautiful lodges in Ecuador, the Chilcabamba Lodge, on the edge of Cotopaxi National Park with incredible views of Cotopaxi • Tour Otavalo and explore its famous local Saturday market • Stay at Papallacta Hot Springs and Spa for a serene end to the adventure Customization: • Add two nights of camping to circumnavigate Cotopaxi and experience stunning views of the mountain • Add-on excursions available: Machu Picchu, Galapagos Islands, or Amazon river cruise • Stay at the Plaza Grande Hotel in Old Town Quito • Tailored for families • Horseback riding available • This trip can be customized based on group interest

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive to Quito and transfer to Ilatoa Lodge Day 2 • Tour of Quito • Overnight in Old Town Quito Day 3 • Transfer from Quito to Baños • Free time in Baños • View the active Tungurahua Volcano • Overnight in Baños Day 4 • Tour the Puyopungo jungle in Sangay National Park • Overnight in Baños Day 5 • Transfer from Baños to Cotopaxi National Park • Hike around Limpiopungo Lake • Overnight at Chilcabamba Lodge Day 6 • Spend the day in Cotopaxi National Park • See ancient Incan ruins and natural springs with stunning views of Cotopaxi • Overnight at Chilcabamba Lodge Day 7 • Transfer to Otavalo and enjoy free time in the hot springs or spa • Overnight at the Papallacta Hot Springs and Spa Day 8 • Cultural walking tour of Otavalo • Explore Otavalo’s famous Saturday market • Overnight at the Papallacta Hot Springs and Spa Day 9 • International departures

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Argentina

Argentina Wine & Walking Tour Mendoza Wine District & Patagonia’s Los Glaciares National Park Two of Argentina’s most stunning regions present the gifts of natural beauty and rich culture. The wide-open vineyards of the Mendoza Province lie in the shadow of the Andes Mountains, where you will sample fine cuisine expertly paired with wine. Patagonia’s Los Glaciares National Park then takes center stage, offering breathtaking vistas and diverse wildlife.

Duration: 8 days/7 nights Trip Type: easy active walking tour Dates Offered: October–November | March–April Preferred Group Size: 12–24 Destination Airport: Mendoza, Argentina — Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ) Transportation: private coach and private boat Accommodations: luxury lodges Cost Per Guest: starting at $4,200 Trip Highlights: • Journey to Argentina’s famed wine-producing region of Mendoza • Winery tours and wine tasting throughout the trip with a local connoisseur • Join in the preparation and dine on a traditional Argentine barbecue • Walk through the Andes foothills with views of one of the Seven Summits, Aconcagua, to a scenic picnic lunch • Journey south to spectacular Patagonia and have the unforgettable experience of a glacier walk • Sail to Upsala Glacier (the largest glacier in Los Glaciares National Park) for up-close amazing views • Take a boat ride across Lake Argentina to Perito Moreno Glacier (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Customization: • Add a Buenos Aires tour • Choose fewer wineries and more walks, or vice versa • Scenic lake cruise on private boat • Trip can be customized to be a lodge-to-lodge mountain trek with a moderate activity level • Replace wine tours with family-friendly activities • Trip add-on: Iguazu Falls in northern Argentina • Lodge options are customizable based on wine tour requests • Combine Argentina and Chile walking tour 20

Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive in Mendoza • Welcome reception • Overnight in Mendoza luxury lodge Day 2 • Tour vineyards in the Mendoza wine valleys • Wine tasting: Cabernet and Malbec • Overnight in Mendoza luxury lodge Day 3 • Take a scenic walk in the foothills of Aconcagua • Traditional Argentine dinner with wine pairing • Overnight in Mendoza luxury lodge Day 4 • Scenic flight from Mendoza to Patagonia • Overnight at El Calafate luxury lodge Day 5 • Cruise Lake Argentina to Upsala Glacier • Overnight at El Calafate luxury lodge Day 6 • Explore Perito Moreno Glacier with local guide • Overnight at El Calafate luxury lodge Day 7 • Visit Patagonian Tierra del Fuego National Park and penguin rookery • Overnight at El Calafate luxury lodge Day 8 • Free exploration time in El Calafate • Domestic flight from Patagonia to Mendoza • International departures from Mendoza

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Chile

Chilean Patagonia Trek & Sea Kayaking Adventure Glaciares & Torres del Paine National Parks Soaring skies and vast spaces await in Chilean Patagonia. Enjoy scenic treks each day, going from lodge to lodge and enjoying excellent cuisine. Immerse yourself in the culture and witness its partnership with the land, explore by horseback and/or sea kayak, and stay on a working ranch that overlooks the Strait of Magellan.

Duration: 10 days/9 nights Trip Type: moderately active adventure Dates Offered: December–January Preferred Group Size: 10–16 Destination Airport: Santiago, Chile — Comoduro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) Transportation: private coach, hiking, and kayaks Accommodations: lodge-to-lodge treks, private camps, and working family ranch Cost Per Guest: starting at $4,200 Trip Highlights: • Lodge-to-lodge scenic treks each day with stunning views • Stay in private camps on the water’s edge throughout a sea kayaking adventure • Explore Torres del Paine National Park (UNESCO World Heritage); this park is comprised of towering granite and metamorphic peaks, blue glacial lakes, massive glaciers, and lush forests • Stay at Estancia Rio Verde, a working Patagonian sheep, horse, and cattle ranch located on the shores of Skyring Sound, 100 kilometers from the town of Punta Arenas • From the ranch, you will overlook the Strait of Magellan • Hike Torres del Paine and take in views of the largest of the four Paine Towers, which rises 4,000 vertical feet above the Torres Glacier • Witness the glaciers calving from the Paine Grande southeast 6,000-foot rock face • Choose a traditional cooking class, horseback riding, or fly fishing Customization: • Increase days spent hiking and/or kayaking • Chilean wine and walking tours • Tailored for families • Combine Chile and Argentina walking tour

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive in Santiago and transfer to Puntas Arenas • Stay at Estancia Rio Verde • Experience daily life on a Chilean ranch Day 2 • Transfer to Torres del Paine National Park • Hike across the steppe to views of Paine Massif • Overnight at Hosteria Las Torres Day 3 • Hike in Torres del Paine National Park Day 4 • Hike to the turquoise waters of Lago Nordenskjöld Day 5 • Hike towards Valle Frances to take in views of the Paine Grande and see glaciers calve from the face Day 6 • Boat ride back to private coaches for transfer to lodge • Free time at the lodge Day 7 • Sea kayaking clinic: learn paddling and safety techniques • Paddle to a secluded campsite on Lago del Toro Day 8 • Continue paddling around the peninsula or choose vehicle transfer back to the ranch • Optional activities: cooking class, horseback riding, and fly fishing • Celebration feast: a traditional asado de cordero (roast lamb) Day 9 • Magellanic penguin colony on Otway Sound • Domestic flight transfer to Santiago • International departures from Santiago 23

Morocco

Morocco Luxury Tour Marrakech, Sahara Desert, High Atlas Mountains & Essaouira Experience Morocco in complete luxury. You will enjoy a unique, private, and crowd-free adventure. See and do more than you thought possible, with private helicopter transfers from location to location. The best hotels and luxury camping as well as the most knowledgeable guides Morocco has to offer are at your service.

Duration: 8 days/7 nights Trip Type: easy activity & exploration Dates Offered: February–April | September–December Preferred Group Size: 10-16 Destination Airport: Marrakech, Morocco — Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) Transportation: luxury 4x4s and three private chartered helicopters Accommodations: Kasbah Tamadot, La Sultana, and luxury tented camp Cost Per Guest: starting at $14,500 Trip Highlights: • Stay at Kasbah Tamadot, billionaire Richard Branson’s retreat in the High Atlas Mountains • Spectacular views from our privately chartered helicopters • Spa treatments at Kasbah Tamadot upon request • Tour the quaint and beautiful village of Tafraoute, surrounded by red granite walls, archaeological sites, and ancient rock carvings • Wander the narrow streets of Essaouira, a fascinating ancient port town • Each night, enjoy a cocktail reception with entertainment, followed by a private dinner • Stay at a beautiful luxury tented camp on the Trans-Saharan caravan route in the Erg Chigaga desert dunes; traditional Moroccan dress provided for you, celebration dinner, live music, and bonfire • Enjoy a helicopter transfer to the private lagoon beach resort of La Sultana Oualidia Customization: • Custom-tailored itinerary based on the interests of your group • Private jet charter: 18-passenger long-range heavy jet (price quoted Aug. 2014) (SFO) > (RAK) > (SFO) $13,900/person | (BOS) > (RAK) > (BOS) $8,500/person

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive in Marrakech; transfer to Kasbah Tamadot • Welcome cocktail reception and dinner Day 2 • Transfer to Imlil Village in luxury 4x4 vehicles • Guided cultural tour and lunch in Berber village • Private 8-course gala dinner and live jazz music • Fire-eaters and fireworks show over Kasbah Tamadot • Overnight at Kasbah Tamadot Day 3 • Transfer via private helicopter to Tafraoute • Walking tour and private lunch • Transfer via private helicopter to Marrakech • Overnight at La Sultana Marrakech Day 4 • Guided cultural walking tour through Marrakech • Horse-and-carriage ride to dinner at Dar Essalam • Overnight at La Sultana Marrakech Day 5 • Free time in Marrakech; guides available • La Sultana Moroccan cooking class and lunch • Spa treatment options • Overnight at La Sultana Marrakech Day 6 • Helicopter transfer to Telouet, Aït Benhaddou, and final stop at Trans-Saharan caravan route • Camel ride through sand dunes to luxury tented camp Day 7 • Helicopter transfer to Essaouira, a fortified city on the coast, for a cultural walking tour • Transfer via helicopter to La Sultana Oualidia private beach resort Day 8 • Farewell celebration brunch • Helicopter transfer to Marrakech airport • International departures 25

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Marrakech & Berber Villages Walking Tour Marrakech, Imlil & Essaouira Explore the local culture and cuisine of Morocco with local walks and tours throughout historical and cultural sights from Marrakech to the Ouirgane Valley. Enjoy a wide spectrum of beautiful climates, from snow-capped mountains to rolling sand dunes to deep, lush oasis valleys. Also experience the intriguing city of Marrakech and learn its history.

Duration: 9 days/8 nights Trip Type: easy activity & exploration Dates Offered: February–April | September–December Preferred Group Size: 12–24 Destination Airport: Marrakech, Morocco — Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) Transportation: private coaches Accommodations: luxury riads and hotels Cost Per Guest: starting at $4,800 Trip Highlights: • Stay in the exciting city of Marrakech and explore its old medina (UNESCO World Heritage Site) • Guided tour and sightseeing in Marrakech • Stay in luxurious lodges among the Atlas Mountains • Overnight at billionaire Richard Branson’s decadent Kasbah Tamadot • Easy hike around Berber villages in the Imlil Valley • Scenic drive through the Atlas Mountains • Visit Ouirgane and Ourika Valleys • Explore the ancient port of Essaouira • Walk on Essaouira beach, famous for fishing and kitesurfing Customization: • Custom-tailored itinerary based on the interests of your group • Tailored for families • Free time for independent exploration

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive in Marrakech Day 2 • Free day in Marrakech Day 3 • Drive from Marrakech to the High Atlas Mountains • Overnight at the luxurious Kasbah Tamadot Day 4 • Walk through Berber villages from Tamadot to Imlil • Lunch in Imlil • Overnight at the luxurious Kasbah Tamadot Day 5 • Scenic drive to Asni and Ouirgane Valley • Overnight at Domaine la Rosaerie Day 6 • Explore Ouirgane Valley • Transfer to Aït Benhaddou for a tour of the famous Kasbah (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Day 7 • Transfer to Essaouira • Wander through the narrow streets of this fortified city on the coast Day 8 • Second day of exploration in Essaouira • Transfer back to Marrakech Day 9 • International departures

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Utah

Southern Utah Multi-sport Adventure Moab, Canyonlands National Park & Arches National Park The stunning natural landscape of Moab, Utah is truly a spectacle to behold. During this trip, you will see turbulent rivers carving through timeless sandstone cliffs and the famed arches and towers. From river rafting to canyoneering, and scenic flights across the rugged terrain of Southern Utah, you will be in awe of nature’s beauty from the first moment to the last.

Duration: 7 days/6 nights Trip Type: easy to moderate activity & exploration (based on group interest) Dates Offered: April–June | September–November Preferred Group Size: 10–20 Destination Airport: Moab, Utah — Canyonlands Airfield (CYN) Transportation: private coach, Land Cruiser, river raft, and chartered flight Accommodations: lodges, river ranches, and private camps Cost Per Guest: starting at $3,200 Trip Highlights: • Hike Arches National Park to see the world-famous naturally formed arches and towers, including Delicate Arch • Enjoy stunning Castle Valley by horseback • Learn about the geology, archaeology, and history of the area • 125-mile river rafting journey through Canyonlands National Park down Cataract Canyon on the Colorado River; raft class IV–V rapids and explore side canyons • Return to Moab via a scenic flight over Canyonlands National Park • View ancient petroglyphs, prehistoric ruins, and petrified dinosaur tracks • Canyoneer through breathtaking slot canyons, drop-offs, secret arches, and down 120-foot easy repels • Led by a professional guide; does not require technical skills Customization: • Additional activities available: mountain biking, rock climbing, and kayaking • Trip add-ons: Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, and/or Capitol Reef National Park • Choose an activity level ideal for your group

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Sample Itinerary Day 1 • Arrive in Moab • Welcome reception and orientation Day 2 • Explore Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and Dead Horse Point State Park Day 3 • Colorado River rafting in Canyonlands National Park • Private camping on the Colorado River Day 4 • River rafting in Cataract Canyon • Continue the 125-mile journey to Glen Canyon and enjoy side hikes along the way • Return to Moab via private scenic flight Day 5 • Jeep safari in Canyonlands National Park to see Needles District • Private camping in Canyonlands National Park Day 6 • Continue the jeep safari through Canyonlands National Park and return to Moab • Free exploration in the town of Moab Day 7 • Departures

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Wasatch Winter Multi-sport Adventure Little Cottonwood Canyon Enjoy a winter adventure in what is known as the greatest snow on Earth, hosted by local expert and Snowbird avalanche forecaster, Dean Cardinale. You can fully customize this trip to experience anything and everything you can dream of doing in Northern Utah: snowshoeing, skiing (backcountry, sidecountry, in-bounds, or helicopter skiing), snowmobiling, learning about snow science and avalanche forecasts, working with avalanche rescue dogs, and more.

Duration: 7 days/6 nights Trip Type: moderate winter activity Dates Offered: December–April Preferred Group Size: 10–20 Destination Airport: Salt Lake City, Utah — Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) Transportation: private coaches (varies with selected itineraries) Accommodations: ski-in/ski-out mountain lodges Cost Per Guest: based on selected itinerary Trip Highlights: • Little Cottonwood Canyon has a complex snow safety program—learn from avalanche forecasters, local ski patrol, and Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) what it takes to open the mountain every day and keep guests safe • Experience Utah’s world-renowned deep powder snow and stunning scenery • Every experience level welcome; you do not need to be a skier • Choose from a variety of winter activities: snowshoeing, skate skiing, downhill skiing, snowmobiling, cat skiing, helicopter skiing, and more, or relax at Snowbird’s luxurious Cliff Spa • Learn avalanche rescue techniques, including work with local avalanche rescue dogs and a thorough education from Utah Avalanche Center, UDOT Snow Safety Office, Alta Snow Safety, Snowbird Snow Safety, and the Wasatch Backcountry Rescue Group Customization: • Skiers, snowboarders, and snowshoers welcome • Add or subtract days to suit the group’s interests • Tailored for families • Ski Utah Interconnect Adventure Tour—ski four resorts in one day • Take a private course and receive your Level I American Avalanche Association certification • Visit in January to attend a screening at the Sundance Film Festival 30

Sample Itinerary Group individuals choose from a variety of daily activity options.

Day 1 • Arrive in Salt Lake City and transfer to Little Cottonwood Canyon • Welcome reception Day 2 • Dawn patrol with Snowbird Ski Patrol • Snowbird Ski Resort in-bounds skiing • Tour Snowbird’s Snow Safety program Day 3 • Alta Ski Resort in-bounds skiing • Tour the UDOT avalanche program Day 4 • Snowbird/Alta in-bounds skiing • Backcountry snowmobile tour • Participate in an avalanche rescue dog demonstration Day 5 • Snowbird/Alta in-bounds skiing • Snowshoe tour or skate skiing • Snowbird Cliff Spa day Day 6 • Alta/Snowbird in-bounds skiing • Snowcat or helicopter skiing Day 7 • Activities optional based on flight time • Departures

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Wasatch Wildflowers & Summer Adventure Wasatch-Cache National Forest Summers in Little Cottonwood Canyon are just as stunning as its famous winters. Take mild hikes for mountain views, native wildflowers, and the unique landscape of the Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Beneath the mountains surrounding Little Cottonwood Canyon lie more than 50 miles of mines from the 1800s. Regularly inaccessible to the public, you will have the exclusive opportunity to take a private tour of these historic and fascinating mines.

Duration: 6 days/5 nights Trip Type: easy activity & exploration Dates Offered: July–August Preferred Group Size: 10–20 Destination Airport: Salt Lake City, Utah — Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) Transportation: private coach Accommodations: mountain lodges Cost Per Guest: based on selected itinerary Trip Highlights: • Experience Utah’s Wildflower Festival and partake in tours and events that identify flora and fauna • Partake in Snowbird’s famous Oktoberfest and sample beers from around the state while enjoying mild, beautiful summer weather and stunning mountain views • Choose from a variety of summer activities that can be tailored to any level: hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and/or repelling, ATV tours, horseback trail rides, fly fishing, and more • Dean Cardinale serves on the board of the Cottonwood Heritage Center, which has exclusive rights to mine tours Customization: • Choose a number of days ideal for your group • Time your visit to coincide with the Park City Arts Festival • Attend an exciting Real Salt Lake soccer game • Tailored for families • Guests can choose any combination of the available activities

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Sample Itinerary Group individuals choose from a variety of daily activity options.

Day 1 • Arrive in Salt Lake City, transfer to Little Cottonwood Canyon • Welcome reception Day 2 • Little Cottonwood Canyon wildflower walking tour • Horseback riding Day 3 • Learn the history of Little Cottonwood Canyon and explore the historic underground mines • ATV riding Day 4 • ATV tour and picnic in Mineral Basin • Mountain biking/hiking Day 5 • White Pine Lakes hike • Rock climbing or repelling • Spa day at Snowbird’s Cliff Lodge Day 6 • Activities optional based on flight time • Departures

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Worldwide

Custom Private Adventures World Wide Trekking offers custom private adventures, which are completely tailored to specific needs.

You can summit peaks and explore parts of the world you never thought possible with expert help from an experienced guide who plans a safe and successful trip. Treks and climbs can be done over a longer duration to ensure success and an appropriate pace. Sailing adventures can accommodate a small private group or flotilla of boats that sail together. Our private adventures are very popular with guests that prefer to travel in small groups with friends or family.

Mediterranean Sailing – Croatia, Turkey or Greece Mediterranean Sea OR

British Virgin Island Sailing Caribbean Sea

• 8 days/7 nights • Sail on a 55-foot luxury sailboat with a private group • Large catamarans available • Explore ancient ruins in Greece and Turkey • Enjoy views, activities, and relaxation while the captain and staff take care of the rest • Snorkeling, scuba diving, and a wide variety of watersports • Dean Cardinale holds a Level III US Sailing Association captain’s certification and personally guides all sailing adventures • Choose to take a private group on one boat or create a flotilla of 2-3 boats that sail together • We can charter private sailboats in 27 destinations around the world

Mt. Elbrus (18,510 ft)

Caucasus Mountains, Russia • 17 days/16 nights • Explore Moscow and St. Petersburg • Climb the highest peak in continental Europe • Survey the Baksan River Valley’s vast snowfields and forests • Learn glacier climbing and avalanche safety skills • No experience necessary

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walk | sail | climb | trek

Cotopaxi Climb (19,347 ft)

Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador • 12 days/11 nights • Explore the colonial splendor of Old Town Quito • Combine Latin American culture and the excitement of mountaineering in one amazing adventure • Summit Cotopaxi, the point on Earth closest to the sun

Ishinca Climb (18,348 ft) Andes Mountains, Peru

• 11 days/10 nights • Non-technical glacier climb in the Ishinca Valley of Peru • Learn basic climbing skills or hone your existing skills • Enjoy stunning views of the Ishinca Valley

Lobuche Peak (20,075 ft)

Himalaya Mountains, Nepal • 5 days/4 nights (an addition to Everest Base Camp trek) • Summit this non-technical Himalayan peak by adding this trek to the Everest Base Camp trek • Take in unforgettable Himalayan views from the summit of Lobuche

Kilimanjaro Climb (19,340 ft) Tanzania

• 8 days/7 nights • Cross through six distinct climates as you traverse the flanks of the mountain • Summit the world’s tallest freestanding mountain • Enjoy the finest tented camps complete with dining tents and private toilets

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World Wide Trekking — Meet the Team

Expert Guides Dean Cardinale WWTrek Founder & Lead Guide Dean is the founder of World Wide Trekking and the president and founder of Human Outreach Project. Dean has climbed and led expeditions in North America, Central America, Africa, Europe, South America, and the Himalayas, including summiting Mt. Everest in 2005. He is the former president of Wasatch Backcountry Rescue, U.S. representative to the International Commission of Alpine Rescue, an avalanche instructor with the American Avalanche Association, and an avalanche forecaster for Snowbird Ski Resort.

Ed Chauner WWTrek Guide Ed has taught skiing at Snowbird for three decades and is the most requested private instructor at the resort. He is the only instructor who also serves on ski patrol. He is certified

by American Avalanche Association and in Outdoor Emergency Care; he also is a Wilderness First Responder. Ed is an experienced leader who has traveled to over 40 countries, trekked in the Spanish Pyrenees, Austrian Alps, and Italian Dolomites, and summited Kilimanjaro multiple times.

Patrick Reddish WWTrek Guide Patrick grew up in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains. Skiing and climbing at an early age led the way to expeditions as both a climber and guide in Alaska, Greenland, the Alps, the Andes, the Himalayas, and Patagonia. His passion for travel and adventure led to a second career in filmmaking and photography. Patrick works as a heli-ski guide for Wasatch Powderbird Guides and guides many trips for World Wide Trekking.

Tina Biddle WWTrek Guide Tina spends her winters ski patrolling at Snowbird and summers working in the Colorado high country. As a career outdoorswoman, she has worked as a commercial river guide, Breckenridge ski patrol, Snowbird ski patrol, and mountain bike guide. Her passion for travel has led her to explore not only the West but the world: Turkey, Thailand, and New Zealand are among her favorites. She is certified by the American Avalanche Association and the American Mechanized Guide Association.

Brian Muller WWTrek Guide Brian is originally from New Jersey where he grew up ski racing. He moved to Utah to attend Westminster College in 2008, and initially got into guiding through backcountry skiing. In the winters, Brian works as a ski patroller for Snowbird Ski Resort, and as a ski guide/avalanche course instructor for Utah Mountain Adventures. Brian spends the rest of his year guiding in the North Cascades, in Alaska on Denali, and internationally on Kilimanjaro and in Nepal.

Brian is also certified by the American Avalanche Association and has his OEC certification.

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World Wide Trekking — Meet the Team

Local Operations Managers Geljen Sherpa Nepal Operations Manager & Guide Geljen helps organize group treks, mountain climbs, and private tours for World Wide Trekking in Nepal and all of Asia. He has organized everything from Khumbu treks to expeditions to the top of the world. Geljen Sherpa is an Everest summiteer and understands the demands of hard work, perseverance, and community. Geljen has been instrumental in establishing contacts for Human Outreach Project (HOP), including family members of children in remote Himalayan villages. He is a HOP board member.

Raymond Massae Tanzania Operations Manager & Guide Raymond is a professional educator and integral leader in our efforts in Africa. He has more than 15 years of experience in the African tourism industry and helps organize all of our logistics for group treks and safaris. He works to organize all local endeavors, oversee operational details, and mentor the African staff. Raymond is a member of the governing board of HOP and plays a critical role in guiding HOP community service. Raymond holds a degree in education and uses his expertise to help the Tanzanian people.

Bryan Wilbert Quispe Peru Operations Manager & Guide Bryan was born in a colonial town just outside Cusco. Bryan learned many things from his family, who are descendants of the Inca extended family (panaka tumibamba). They loved leading people to all tourist attractions and were avid hikers and trekkers, even in the most remote places, unknown by other tour guides. As the Peru Operations Manager for WWTrek, Bryan’s specialty is to provide personalized service with a depth of knowledge of the flora, wildlife, traditions, language, and routes in Peru.

Marcos Couch Argentina/Chile Operations Manager & Guide Marcos organizes and guides trips for World Wide Trekking in Argentina and Chile. He is an International Federation of Mountain Guides Association certified guide who has accomplished many first ascents and summited peaks worldwide. His expert experience includes multiple summits on Aconcagua, Kilimanjaro, and California’s El Capitan; establishing and leading new routes on Fitz Roy; daring kayak descents in Patagonia; and first ascents in his home mountains of Bariloche, Argentina.

Diego Cumbajin Parra Ecuador Operations Manager & Guide Diego was born and raised in the village of El Pedregal (11,482 ft), near Cotopaxi National Park. His father, Pedro, was one of the first mountain guides in Ecuador, and Diego followed in his footsteps to become an expert guide and trekker. He is a licensed naturalist and a native guide for six protected areas, including Cotopaxi National Park, Sangay National Park, the Llaganates, and Boliche Recreation Area. During high season, Diego typically climbs Cotopaxi 2–3 times a week and has summited several South American peaks.

For a complete list of WWTrek staff, please visit our team page at wwtrek.com/our-team.

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World Wide Trekking — Meet the Team

WWTrek Headquarters, Salt Lake City, Utah

Sarah Pendleton Art Director Sarah has a background in graphic design, publishing, sculpture, etching, and illustration.

She holds a BFA in visual art and design with a minor in creative writing. Sarah is a Salt Lake native who has lived and traveled in many places, including work/study in Israel, Italy, and Ukraine. She brings years of experience to WWTrek and is excited to continue her education within adventure travel. Sarah also is a violinist who tours the globe with her quintet, SubRosa.

Michele McCullough Office Manager, Human Outreach Project Michele has a background in adventure travel, as well as experience as an office administrator. She has been a dedicated paraglider pilot for 15 years, and after traveling the world to compete and teach, she is back in Utah. Michele taught paragliding in Pokhara, Nepal and was drawn to our office by the prayer flags waving outside. Her adventures in Nepal included trekking to Annapurna Base Camp and working with Blue Sky Paragliding and the Parahawking project. She has also taught flying extensively in Colombia and throughout the USA. We are excited to welcome someone who shares the passion of the Human Outreach Project to help those in the communities to which we travel.

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World Wide Trekking — Meet the Team

Jay Dash Staff Photographer Originally from the east coast, Jay moved to Utah to embrace a lifestyle that is built around the outdoors and mountains. His passion for the outdoors is only exceeded by his passion for photography. Jay spends most of his time as a freelance photographer working on various projects in the outdoor industry including work for ski, snowboard & apparel companies. He is an avid landscape photographer and spends many sunrises and sunsets in the Wasatch mountains. His background also includes work at Snowbird Ski Resort where he is a private photographer and does family portrait work in the off season.

Sandra Turay Staff Writer

Sandra Turay began working as our staff writer in 2013. She alternates her seasons between guiding Utah’s rivers in the summer and working at Snowbird Ski Resort in the winter. Sandra has a degree in Ethnic Studies and a minor in Journalism. She is a volunteer for the Human Outreach Project and International Refugee Center, SLC. Her love for people, nature, and travel keeps her wandering the globe in search of adventure! Most recently she served as an English Language Improvement Advisor for the Peace Corps in Ethiopia.

Crystal Painter Guest Relations Manager Crystal is an avid adventurer. She holds a B.S. in Environmental Science and minor in Physics from the University of Redlands. In 2011, Crystal lived in Kenya and Tanzania doing field research for wildlife management. Her research resulted in a published article analyzing the effects and implications of hunting pressure on bush animals in areas with differing levels of protection. Crystal has also lived in the island nation of Palau, in Micronesia, working as a kayak guide. She is the head lacrosse coach for the University of Utah Women’s club team.

She enjoys climbing and skiing in Utah while working at WWTrek sharing her passion for wilderness travel.

Anelise Noland Marketing Anelise has a background in marketing, photography, video, and graphic design. Raised in Oregon, she loves the mountains and the outdoors. Anelise received her bachelor’s degree in marketing and minored in Spanish and video editing at Ohio State University. She returned West to Utah for the world-renowned skiing. She has spent her career in marketing and ski photography and has traveled to several countries, including having lived in Spain. She also loves skiing, mountain biking, her dog, and organizing everything.

For a complete list of WWTrek staff, please visit our team page at wwtrek.com/our-team.

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