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LET’S GO TO INDIA, NEPAL
AND THE MALDIVE ISLANDS!
Summit to Sea, October 3-31, 2004 and
December 12, 2004 - January 9, 2005
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What are you doing this Fall/Winter?
Put on your hiking boots, gather your bike gear, grab a life jacket, saddle up your elephant and join us this fall on our guaranteed departures for this amazing odyssey. Our remarkable 29-day program has everything:
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- Trekking in the magnificent Annapurna foothills of the Nepal Himalaya
- Sailing the translucent waters of the Maldives
- Cycling the country roads of India to the Taj Mahal
- A wildlife safari in Chitwan National Park
Contact sean@worldwidequest.com or call toll free 1-800-387-1483.
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Worldwide Adventures offers a variety of ways to experience the wonders of the world, from cultural excursions to elephant-riding and trekking. We take you off established trails, with respect for the environment and a taste for the extraordinary.
If you have travelled with us, welcome back. If not, come with us and let India, Nepal and The Maldive Islands capture your imagination.
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Lewie Gonsalves
President
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Barry Griffiths
Director
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How to get there
There are several options for travel to Kathmandu. Contact our office for details of the special airfares to suit your travel plans.
Climate
Sea breezes keep the air and water temperatures in the Maldives fairly constant year round. The calmest seas and sunniest skies occur in the high season, from December to April. Two mild monsoon seasons occur in December-March and May-October.
Northern India (Rajasthan) also experiences monsoon seasons in July-September and January-March, which is also the cold season. The post-monsoon period from October to December averages low temperatures of about 18-20 degrees and highs of about 33-38 degrees.
Nepal's Himalayan alpine climate varies according to the elevation. It gets colder as the elevation increases and gets wetter as the elevation drops. The two major seasons of the Himalayan region are winter and summer. During the winter the region receives the maximum snow with very cold temperatures. Summers are generally mild but can be rainy.
Currency
The Maldives' currency is the rufiyaa. One Canadian dollar is worth approximately 9 rufiyaa. Nepal's currency is the Nepalese rupee. One Canadian dollar is approximately 57 Nepalese rupees. The currency of India is the Indian rupee. One Canadian dollar is approximately 35 Indian rupees.
Language
The language of Nepal is Nepalese or Nepali. The language of the Maldives is Dhivehi. English is also widely understood and used. India's main languages are Hindi and English. All tours are accompanied by English-speaking guides.
Health
No special inoculations are required.
Visas
Visas are required for Canadian and US citizens. These can be arranged through our office.
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BEYOND INDIA & NEPAL
Discover Our World Of Adventure Travel
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At the heart of our continued success is our commitment to small groups, carefully crafted itineraries, expert staff and highly trained, professional leaders. Our trips incorporate just about everything and are designed to suit every budget and interest — from easy week-long escapes to month-long challenging expeditions. Also, to reflect the diversity of our participants, we have graded our trips to suit both the beginner and the more experienced adventurers, ensuring you a wonderful mix of fun, learning and challenge.
Visit our website and discover our world of adventure in exciting destinations such as:
And many more!
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PRIVATE GROUPS & INDIVIDUAL ARRANGEMENTS
Our brochure and website are just a starting point! If the specified departure dates are not suitable, or you want to vary the itinerary we would be happy to devise a program to suit your interests. Having our own operational bases gives us the flexibility and expertise to cater to your specific travel plans and budget. As a general rule, for a quote that matches our published prices, you will need a minimum of six (6) people. We regularly organize tailor made itineraries for families, groups of friends, schools, clubs and special interest groups and would love to hear from you.
Contact Sean Fitz-Gerald at sean@worldwidequest.com or call toll free in North America
1-800-387-1483.
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