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Our Most Popular Trip: Two of South America’s most spectacular destinations in one itinerary
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The best of Patagonia on both sides of the border
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Explore this fascinating country's most iconic sites
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Explore Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls & Rio de Janeiro all in one trip
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Visit Costa Rica's highlights and the beautiful, remote Osa Peninsula
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Explore the pristine jungles of Belize, Mayan ruins, and idyllic Caribbean islands
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Experience the highlights of this fascinating and culturally rich country
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Combine the pristine rainforest and barrier reef of Belize with striking Guatemalan ruins
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The best of South Africa: a world class safari, spectacular Cape Town, plus magnificent Victoria [...]
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Track the Great Migration through the breathtaking landscapes of Kenya and Tanzania
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Experience Rwanda's gentle mountain gorillas in the wild, and discover its varied wildlife and lush [...]
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From the renowned Okavango Delta to extraordinary Hwange National Park via Victoria Falls
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Temples, Taj, and Tigers: see quintessential India on this immersive journey
Days: 10 | From: $5,560/per person
The highlights of Bangkok, northern Thailand, and the southern beaches
Days: 16 | From: $19,200/per person
An immersive exploration of the art, culture, and history of Japan
Days: 10 | From: $9,625/per person
The Best of Italy: Venice, Florence & Rome
Days: 11 | From: $8,495/per person
An Extraordinary Private Journey from Barcelona to Andalucía via Madrid
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France: An Extraordinary Private Journey from Paris to the castles of the Loire Valley and [...]
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An extraordinary alpine journey from Zurich to Zermatt
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One of the most classic of Arctic programs, with polar bears and magnificent scenery.
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The most popular and classic Antarctica cruise option
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Follow the herds of the Great Migration through some of Africa's most iconic safari destinations [...]
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Originally hailing from Toronto Canada, Dervla has spent much of her life living, working and traveling abroad. Having explored 72 countries on 6 continents, it is always Africa that calls her back. After studying at University in Tanzania and traveling over land from Cairo to Cape Town, she made her way to the travel industry, where for several years she has delighted in designing unique trips to her favorite continent. When not dreaming of her next safari, Dervla can be found with a book in her hand, savoring a new craft beer, exploring the city on her bike, sitting happily in a park or competing with her pub trivia team.
Languages Spoken: English
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I will never forget the first wild animal I ever saw in Africa. Seventeen years ago [...]
The sky is big in Africa, bigger than you can grasp sometimes, and at night, in [...]
The sound of rustling, or perhaps a stick breaking, clearly interrupts the other forest noises, and [...]
For many, the thought of an African safari evokes powerful images: an elephant silhouetted against the [...]
Sitting on the edge of your seat, binoculars heavy around your neck, camera in hand, you [...]
Most people dreaming of a trip to Africa instantly think of a safari: the Big 5, [...]
When planning a trip to Africa it is impossible not to come across some description of [...]
Before life as we know it slowly melted into the new world order of the pandemic, [...]
Dervla is a GEM! She worked diligently to tailor this trip to all of my wants and check-offs. She delivered beautiful and grand accommodations, incredible tours that allowed for adventure and education which was most important to me. She knew my love for food and fun and was able to recommend restaurants and set up a food tour! But most of all, she is the reason why my boyfriend was able to pull off the biggest surprise in proposing to me on safari! She worked with the hotel and together they created a life-changing memory. She is incredibly easy to talk to and prompt whenever your have questions. I will be reaching back out to her whenever I plan to travel again. DERVLA THANKS AGAIN FOR EVERYTHING!!!
Katie Fischer, GA
Can't say enough positive things about Vaya Adventures & especially Dervla Pinto! She treated me like I was one of her millionaire clients & gave me exceptional service!
A.J. Cannon, AZ
Fabulous! We had the pleasure of meeting Der in person in Uganda and trusted her to put the trip together for us. She did a phenomenal job - we were well prepared for everything and knew just what we were getting. We'll happily recommend to our friends and family, and will come back if (when) we head to Africa again!
Ellen Breen, Calgary
Dervla did an incredible job of walking us through this journey and helping to craft a trip that fit our wishes exceptionally well. She was so fun, professional, thoughtful, detailed and effective. Look forward to going back to Africa and having Dervla craft us another gem!
John Batug, CO
Dervla Pinto was very instrumental to getting our trip the way we wanted. She was very attentive to our needs.
Paul Avitable, CA
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