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With the permission of our astrophotographer Juan Carlos Casado, show this photo taken by Max Rive on the Lofoten Islands in Norway.

Can we say it's the perfect picture?

Without a doubt it is one of the best photographs of The northern lights that we've seen.

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Observing the 2015 total solar eclipse and the northern lights in the Faroe Islands

Next March, in the subarctic Faroe Islands, we will have the chance to observe two of the most impressive natural phenomena visible from our planet: a total eclipse of the sun and the spectacle of the Northern Lights.
As well as the unique opportunity to witness a total eclipse and the northern lights, this trip offers spectacular landscapes of rugged islands: a paradise for hikers, naturalists and bird lovers.

Ethiopia presentation: Thursday, 23 October at 19:00.

On Thursday 23 October, our colleague Juancho Pozuelo, who has guided several of our expeditions to Ethiopia, will share first-hand insights into this spectacular and unique route.

During the presentation, photographs and videos from previous expeditions will help us get a feel for the trip and discover the details of what awaits us.

Please confirm your attendance by calling 93 265.23.91 during office hours.

Upcoming trips to Ethiopia

More and more of us are learning to take photographs as we travel the world, over time and from destination to destination.

This line of photography trips is designed for people who share a passion for photography. People who want to adjust the itinerary to catch the best light, or spend half an hour, if necessary, searching for that impossible shot. These are the companions you’ll find on this kind of trip.

With professional guides and photographers, we aim to take care of every last detail so that your photography trips be an unforgettable travel experience and you return with plenty of great shots.

The Etna, the most active volcano of Italy and one of the most active on the planet, is a must-see for any lover of vulcanology.

On our journey Hiking in the volcanoes of Sicily and the Aeolian Islands combine the opportunity to climb Etna, the visit to Stombroli and a combination of Greek, Roman and Byzantine archaeological remains.

Travelling by train, minibus, boat, ferry and above all on foot, we spend 10 days exploring this part of the Mediterranean, an endless source of inspiration for the Greeks and Romans.

Mount Etna

To ascend to the Etna must be hired locally. Weather and volcanic conditions are decisive, and a local volcano guide is compulsory. The trek to Etna does not require exceptional fitness. With an elevation gain of 1,346 metres and a round-trip distance of 15 kilometres, our greatest challenge may be the altitude: we reach more than 3,000 metres. The whole route usually takes 6 hours in normal weather conditions.

Our dear friend and collaborator Daniel Souteranyt is putting the finishing touches to our routes in Cambodia.

He lives in the Southeast Asia for two decades and is currently touring the south of Cambodia, checking hotel standards and looking for new activities and experiences for our customers.

In Kep, a small town on the Cambodian coast, was surprised by these curious scenes, which they have shared with us along with their impressions.

Hello, everyone.

As some of you know, I've been doing a tour of the south of Cambodia to visit hotels and explore new options for beach itineraries.
 
I stopped to sleep in Kep, a village once known as the “Saint-Tropez” of Asia but today it is smaller than Camprodón or Loeches, though by the sea, with a rather unappealing muddy beach. Cambodians (who, like many Asians, do not swim in the sea) are very fond of Kep, especially its crab market, where you can feast on this prized delicacy for very little money.

For me. Kep is just a stop along the way, with little to do except watch the best sunset in Cambodia and feast on seafood.
 
But in that town of the Cambodia deep in which Catalonia must be as familiar to its inhabitants as “Alpha Centauri» I took some very interesting photographs at the stalls in the small market. Here they are. Look closely at the bracelets. 

It's only a few days before Easter 2019, but we still have places for some destinations. For last-minute travellers, here are a few options with spaces remaining.

Choose your theme and decide on your destination clicking here.!

ARCHAEOLOGY, OASES AND DESERTS 

SUDAN. Nubia and the Nile >> Trip departing on 11 April. 11 days
Spectacular archaeological treasures and truly hospitable people accompany us as we travel up the Nile from Khartoum.

OMAN. The Secret of Arabia >> Trip departing on 9 April. 9 days
A journey through mountains up to 3000 m high, huge dunes reaching the sea and the Indian Ocean as a backdrop.

We have a winner for our 2013 travel video competition.

Madeira: hiking the water trails is the winning video.
This video faithfully captures our hiking trip to discover the beauty and nature of the island of Madeira. We hope you like it!

Congratulations to Andreu Amela!

See our trip to Hiking in Madeira

In this edition of the Viajes Tuareg Photography Competition, we have had 175 participants with almost 850 images. We have reviewed them all carefully and we have the result.

He’s not in the photographs because he’s the one taking them. We met Luis in Mongolia and we were fascinated by his work and his character: the quintessential photographer.

It was in Sudan, in 1993, where he recreated the photograph that won Kevin Carter the Pulitzer Prize and sparked an interesting debate, which you can follow on this blog The other photo that didn't win the Pulitzer. He is currently working on travel features and 360º panoramic photography.

And we're happy, very happy that he's the one who decides the prizes Photography competition This year. A small luxury with which we want to thank you for your participation.

We remind you that the Facebook Group where to view and comment on the finalist photographs JOIN THE GROUP (Once on the page, simply click the “join the group” button and wait for the administrator to confirm your request.)

We will publish the results shortly.

Dear participants in the Photo Contest 2013. After several rounds of voting, we now have the twenty (22, in fact) finalist photographs, which we are taking to our “expert jury“ to decide the prizes. In this edition we have had 175 participants and almost 850 images.

Travel talks about Cambodia, Sri Lanka and Travelling by bicycle.

We continue with the Travel talks by travellers with in-depth knowledge of our destinations. Some are guides, expats or local operators: true specialists who will help answer all our questions about the next destination for our trip.

Dates of upcoming talks

4 February: presentation on Cambodia by Daniel Souteyran
February 20: Presentation of Sri Lanka, by Pilar Petit
March 18: Great Bike Trips, by Isi Juvé

All presentations take place at our Barcelona offices at 19.30 and are free of charge, but as space is limited, please confirm your attendance by emailing infotuareg@tuareg.com or call 93 265 23 91

Juan Carlos Casado is joining us!

There were no places left on the trip to Finland with departures on the 15th and the 23rd. The chance to witness one of the greatest natural spectacles visible from our planet made it well worth the effort to organise another departure.

Accompanied by Marc Magrans, our naturalist friend and collaborator for more than 15 years, our special trip departs on 24 February for Tanzania to witness the great spectacle of the African migration.

The spectacle of the Great Migration, on a special departure led by a naturalist.

The migration in the ecosystem is always associated Mara – Serengeti with a very small part of its incessant circular route. Migration is much more than that.

Group cancellations that leave a boat available; dates when expected bookings do not materialise... Bad news for organisers, but a unique opportunity to travel at a good price to one of the planet's last unspoilt regions: Antarctica.

Click here for EXTRAORDINARY offers (by Antarctic standards) on expedition cruises aboard the M/V Ortelius for the coming winter months of 2014.

– Classic Antarctic Peninsula
– Antarctic Peninsula “Base Camp”
– Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula

The M/V Ortelius is an excellent vessel for polar expeditions, with a reinforced hull that allows it to reach remote areas inaccessible to other ships Antarctic cruises. Want to know more about M/V Orteluis? Click Here.

See all trips to Antarctica

The trip is over, now it's time to process the experience at home.

The group reached Addis Ababa on the 17th. After a day of rest following the final stage in Tigray and discover the unusual churches in the capital of Ethiopia, they boarded their flight home. Many feelings, including climb Erta Ale, need to be fully digested.

Here is a selection of photos and comments from Juancho Pozuelo , a friend and collaborator of Mirada Viajera, the photographer accompanying us on this trip to Ethiopia.

«We are in Kombolcha, you might say the last trace of urban life before heading into the Danakil. The market for Sembete is very colourful and noisy.”

Once again, our office becomes the place to find first-hand information from specialists in each destination. We started in January with Iceland and Madagascar.

ICELAND
María López is a pioneer in opening routes in Iceland since 1980. Few people know this island so thoroughly, with its abundance of volcanoes, glaciers, waterfalls and geysers.
On 29 January, Maria will visit our offices to introduce the different routes for 2014 and answer your questions about this fascinating island.

Our routes:
Hiking in the South and the Vestmannaeyjar Islands. Group departures
I travelled from north to south and went trekking in the Highlands.
Land of contrasts. Hiking route.

To find out more, join us on Wednesday 29 January at 19:30 at our offices in Barcelona

MADAGASCAR
Sergi Fromentin, friend and collaborator for years in Madagascar, is visiting Barcelona for a few days and taking the opportunity to present the routes planned for 2014 and answer all your questions.
Would you like to know more about the great island continent?

See more information about our routes:
Down the Tsiribihina River, the Tsingy and the south.
Madagascar
Malagasy Adventure
Discover Madagascar

Don’t miss it: 30 January at 19:30, at our Barcelona offices.

As we do every 3 months, we have held the draw for reviews and opinions about Viajes Tuareg.

This is our 5th DRAW for 200 € in travel vouchers, and this time the lucky winner is JORDI LLUELLES LLEO. Many congratulations, Jordi!!

As you know, every 3 months we hold a draw among all travellers that we fill out the satisfaction questionnaire. Jordi gave us his impressions of the trip to VIETNAM And today he's the lucky winner of our draw.

We take your feedback very seriously and use it to keep improving our services every day at Viajes Tuareg.

Jordi Lluelles’ review of his trip to Vietnam with Viajes Tuareg

Travel rating: * * * * *
Next year, as always, we'll be back...
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