Our Marketing Intern has recently returned from an action packed trip in Jordan. Below she describes what she got up to in this incredible country.   Introduction I was so nervous as I made my way to the… Read More

Palm Oil; what is it, why is it bad, how can you help Since the Iceland advert was deemed “too political” to be aired on TV and was released on to social media on the 9th of November… Read More

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Getting to know your lemurs! Madagascar is home to many amazing animals, but no more so than the lemur. This animals are endemic to the island and display a range of interesting behaviours, such as singing like a… Read More

  Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu The Inca Trail is most certainly the most famous trek in all of South America! This 26 mile walk combines the beautiful mountain scenery, lush cloud-forest, subtropical jungle and a… Read More

It has actually been proven that travelling makes your life better, and now there is no stopping us! Travelling is such an amazing and rewarding experience and will help you so much in the future. Here are just… Read More

Packing can be a real nightmare. Especially if this is your first wilderness expedition. Here is a simple guide to some of the essentials we pack when going on an adventure holiday.   Walking Boots Now… walking boots… Read More

Are you enjoying this wonderful sunny weather?  Wanting it to last all year?  Below we have listed a few of our favourite adventures with autumn departure dates* which are the perfect destination for you to escape from the… Read More

Living in a fictitious world stimulated by megapixels, children of the 21st Century are expecting more and more everyday.  Glued to their devices, their expectations of family holidays are also increasing, requiring you to do something more exciting… Read More

Madagascar is a one-off; there is no other place like it. Its landscapes, animals and plants are simply fantastic! Near the equator with an astonishing array of habitats, ranging from rainforests to deserts and from mountain tops to… Read More

With an abundance of beautiful natural environments around us, we are more than spoilt for choice.  However, as word spreads tourist numbers rise and in turn they become popular destinations.  There are still plenty of natural attractions which… Read More

In celebration of World Whale Day we have picked out our Top 5 destinations where you can see these magnificent creatures.  In no particular order they are:   Sri Lanka During November – April, Humpback and Blue whales… Read More

In need of some inspiration for a romantic getaway? Well you’ve come to the right place – we have picked out some of our favourite off the beaten track hotels that are guaranteed to give you an experience… Read More

It has been 3 weeks since I returned from my first foray into Argentina – and wow it really has made a lasting impression. The reason for my visit was to attend the annual Adventure Travel World Summit… Read More

Arriving in El Salvador I really wasn’t sure what to expect. I was there for the Central America Travel Market in San Salvador, but first I would have a few days to explore the country. El Salvador is… Read More

Here at Pioneer Expeditions we truly care about animal welfare which is why we are participating in the Orangutan Awareness week hosted by the Orangutan Foundation. If you wish to find out more about their cause CLICK HERE…. Read More

Pioneer Expeditions pride themselves on organising unique off the beaten track adventures, often focusing on wildlife and activities. We aim to get under the skin of a country, away from tourists and consistantly search for the unqiue and… Read More

Choosing the Right Binoculars for Your Adventure – No matter what kind of adventures you have planned for the months ahead, one thing is for sure – you will need a good set of binoculars to get the… Read More

The New Year is looming and so is the anticipation of the year to come – whether you are a seasoned adventurer, have a special event to celebrate or just feel ready to experience a different kind of holiday; we have something special for everyone.

The Irish journalist, Sophie Gorman travelled  to Madagascar with Pioneer Expeditions. Here is her an amazing story on a 10-day South West Madagascar Nature Holiday – Land of Lemurs.