Barry Griffiths and Geoff Carpentier have just returned from a scouting trip to one of the most exciting natural destinations in the world - Borneo. The newest tour in Quest's extensive worldwide nature tour program.
They report that, during their all too brief trip, they saw (up close and personal) over a dozen species of mammals including Orang Utans, Proboscis Monkeys, Maroon Langurs and Pig-tailed Macaques.
In addition, over 100 avian species appeared in their binoculars including Bornean Bristlehead, Rhinoceros Hornbill, Stork-billed Kingfisher and Spectacled Spiderhunter. Apparently the early mornings and late afternoons produced some of the best birding of their lives.
Now that they have put the final touches to the itinerary, you can be assured that this brand-new Quest trip will be one of the most unique and exciting offerings ever.
You won't want to miss this trip to one of the last remaining reserves of lowland rainforest in Borneo. Join Geoff Carpentier in September 2008, and let him introduce you to some of the finest flora and fauna in the world...
Oaxaca, Mexico: Tropical Nature & Zapotec Culture
Oaxaca, Mexico: Tropical Nature & Zapotec Culture
Cost: Please call Pamela at 1-800-387-1483 for information on this trip 2008 Departure
Mike is an avid naturalist who has had professional connections with nature over the years including working as a "Keeper" at the Metro Toronto Zoo, and as a seabird colony researcher for the Canadian Wildlife Service in the Maritimes and Arctic. From spring to fall, Michael operates a nature store at Point Pelee, Ontario. Each winter he migrates to Oaxaca, Mexico. Here for 24 years, he has interpreted nature and culture of Oaxaca State to visitors.
Pamela Berton -
Pamela has been a member of Quest Nature Tours' sales team for over ten years, and has been involved in Nature Tourism for over twenty years. She is Quest's expert sales consultant in Canadian and International Land Tours. In fact, she has been a participant on many of them including, most recently, India and East Africa. She is able to offer valuable insights for tour participants.
Life still revolves around the zocalo or town square in the charming city of Oaxaca, a colonial city founded by the Spanish conquerors. Colonial-style buildings, draped with brilliant bougainvillea bursting in the sunshine, line the streets. The bustle of everyday life is offset by long, languid afternoons in the cafes that ring the zocalo. At 1700m, the city and valley floors are sunny and mild during the day and pleasantly cool at night. Oaxaca is the destination of choice for many travellers as it combines memorable views of nature with relaxed colonial surroundings, archaeology, colourful markets and local artisans in a relaxed, secluded corner of Mexico.
