ADVENTURE/ Surfing the Jungle!

Jungle lures many travelers with an adventurous soul. Discover the world of Australian rainforest from the treetops; explore the wilderness of Nepalese jungle or the heritage of Maya in Guatemala.

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Jungle Surfing: A One-of-a-kind Adventure through the Oldest Rainforest

Richard Moor

Jungle surfing is a unique and exciting eco-adventure activity that gives tourists in Australia the opportunity to explore the Daintree Rainforest in a whole new way. The jungle surfing route consists of a series of secure tree platforms that are connected to flying fox zip lines, which you ride along above the ground.  After being secured with a harness, the ride is controlled for you, so you can enjoy your tour through the canopy hands-free. By jungle surfing through the Daintree Rainforest...
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Guatemalan Jungle Inviting for a New Trek

Pat Hyland

A new three-day trekking route is giving the local communities a chance to guide travelers deep into the Guatemalan jungle through Maya Biosphere Reserve to Tikal, once a flourishing metropolis in the heart of Maya. Early in the morning in a cool breeze sweeping across Lake Petén Itza, the streets of the island town of Flores rise, already filling with market sellers, school children and noisy tuk-tuks. The cobblestoned alleys and gently lapped waterfront give Flores a picture of serenity, ma...
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Jungle Safari in Nepal Offers Remarkable Experience

Richard Moor

Nepal is an amazing country with a breathtaking milieu and a wide variety of plants and animal species. Nepal has numerous wildlife sanctuaries including nine national parks and three conservation districts. Through local tours you can enjoy close interaction with culture and wildlife and even explore the national parks around Chitwan and Bardia. This country has its national parks, reserves and conservation areas occupying about 16 percent of its natural area. Outdoor exploration of Nepal gi...
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Get Ready for Jungle Adventure in … Singapore

Laura Maudlin

Singapore is a small country with a considerable green space. Though you won't see a tiger – the last one was killed in the 1930s – you will likely see a squirrel scuttle across your path. Still there are several places in Singapore that you can explore and get to experience the jungle in the city during your visit. Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve This nature reserve overlooks the Strait of Johor and is located to the far north of Singapore. It is home to about 140 bird species. Mostly on weekd...