If your taste for travelling extends further than the nearest sun
lounger then take a walk on the wild side with the help of Nica. Traverse the
globe with life affirming treks to Mongolia, Morocco and Croatia. Try some of
these ideas on for size.
Drive
to Mongolia
Perhaps the greatest adventure you can go on by car, the Mongol Rally will
test your endurance to the limit. Driving across mountains, desert, remote
terrain and a sizeable chunk of Europe and Asia, you’ll literally be in the
driving seat, free to explore the globe on your own terms.
It’s a daunting challenge; the rules state that no accommodation
plans can be made in advance and from the second you leave, you’re out there on
your own. Your car could break down in Siberia or you might get lost in Kazakhstan,
but the possibility of anything happening is what makes this challenge so
exciting.
Teams can be 2-4 people strong and on average around 270 teams
enter the rally annually. If you’ve got an amazingly thick skin, 3 months to
put aside for travelling and fab fundraising skills then the Mongol Charity
Rally could be your ticket to ride.
Hitchhike
to Morocco
1,200 miles, 4 countries, 8 days- it’s not a challenge for the
faint hearted but since Hitch started in 1992 some 8,500 people have taken
part. Considered one of the cheapest and greenest ways to see the world, the
Hitch to Morocco will take you deep into France and Spain before arriving in
North Africa.
Travel with a best mate, partner or if you’re feeling super brave
a mystery Hitcher organised by the company. It’s all in aid of charity and the
generosity of drivers often extends to free accommodation, meals and friends
for life.
Volunteer
in Honduras
Are you a budding Dr Doolittle? With volunteering placements in
Honduras, you can combine your love of animals and thirst for travel. On a remote island location boasting azure
sea and white sandy beaches, wildlife enthusiasts are given the opportunity to
care for iguanas, trek in mangrove swamps and share experiences with likeminded
volunteers.
For more unique travelling programmes such as this one, visit Original
Volunteers to see what’s available.
Have we inspired you to take the plunge? Share your most exciting
travel plans with us by leaving a comment below or tweeting us @Nica_Handbags.
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