2012 - 2013

“Travelling is about living life, exploring the unknown, to change the way we see the world. It’s about having fun and

life changing experiences, because as you discover the world, you discover yourself.”

• Bamba Experience targets travellers, not tourists.

- We provide the network and let our customers do the travelling.

• Our target customers range between 18-38 years old • There is no minimum or maximum duration with independent travel

- Trips can range from 2 weeks to 12 months

Our independent travel products are based on two fundamental values.

Great Customer Service: Our Happy Team is dedicated to making sure we always have happy travellers, assisting them before, during and after their trip.

Great Value, Quality Service: Our team of travel experts have travelled the world to ensure we offer our customers with the best services available. We only work with the most trusted and reliable local operators offering the best quality transportation.

Bamba Experience is your independent travel partner

What is Bamba Experience?

Bamba Experience offers clients 2 different types of products:

Hop-on / Hop-off Travel passes • Independent travel • Flexible Itinerary • Transportation + Activities • No accommodation included in the travel pass • Tour leaders present during included activity only

Adventure Trips: Small Group Adventures / Treks • Groups of 2-8 people • Fixed Itinerary • Short adventures, duration between 2 and 7 days

Independent Adventures • Independent Travel • Fixed Itinerary • Accommodation + Transportation + Activities • Tour leaders present during included activity only

Tailor-Made Tours

Bamba Experience Product Categories

NORTH AMERICA

WHERE DO WE GO?

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CENTRAL AMERICA

SOUTH AMERICA

WHERE DO WE GO?

SOUTH EAST ASIA

WHERE DO WE GO?

HOP-ON HOP-OFF TRAVEL PASSES

Bamba Experience passes include both convenient transportation options and exiting

activities along all our routes in North America, Latin America, and South East Asia.

What is included in the Bamba Experience Hop-on Hop-off travel pass? Transportation + Activities Why is Accommodation not included? For the traveller to have the flexibility to choose their own departure dates and make unlimited changes on the go.

The Bamba team will help recommend Hotels & Hostels based on your customers budget and comfort requirements

HOW THE BAMBA INDEPENDENT HOP ON HOP OFF TRAVEL PASS WORKS?

Travel Independently: Bamba travellers are free to travel at their own pace with no tour leaders or set schedules. We only included the must-see hot spots, giving them the freedom to explore every destination in their own unique way.

Guaranteed Daily Departures: Depart any day, 365 days a year! Whether they are traveling on their own or in a group

Unlimited Schedule Changes: Travellers can enjoy the freedom of making an unlimited amount of changes to their schedule before and during their trip. Their pass is valid for up to 12 months so they can take all the time they need to enjoy their trip

Included Experiences: Tons of included day trips and multi-day trips are included in the passes encompassing a variety of adventure, historical, natural, and cultural experiences.

HOW ARE WE DIFFERENT?

Tango Night Experience Day Trip: Argentina Falls Schooner Boat Trip Favela Experience

A Typically Bamba Experience Travel Pass

Chiang Mai - rafting

Bangkok – Bike Explorer

Chiang Mai – Elephant Camp Koh Phi Phi – Island & Beaches

A Typically Bamba Experience Travel Pass

San Francisco

Day Trip: Yosemite

Santa Barbara

Day Trip: Grand Canyon

A Typically Bamba Experience Travel Pass

What is a Flexi-pass?

Travel anywhere, any time. Just choose a pass depending on how many stops you want to make. We provide two travel options: 1. Transportation only 2. Transportation + Activities

Transportation only Transportation + Activities

Our Flexi-passes in Costa Rica

What is a Flexi-pass?

Travel anywhere, any time. Just choose a pass depending on how many stops you want to make. We provide two travel options: 1. Semi-Cama Transportation only 2. Semi-Cama Transportation + Activities

Transportation only

Transportation + Activities

Puerto Iguacu: Day Trip Buenos Aires: City Tour

Mendoza: Wine Tasting Bariloche: Chico Day Trip Ushuaia: Tierra Del Fuego

Our Flexi-passes in Argentina

What type of transport do we use?

HOP-ON HOP-OFF INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

This experience will make you visit one of the world’s highest deserts and largest salt flats.

An unforgettable 3 day expedition through the vast and blinding white salt flats of Uyuni. Head into the desert of southwest Bolivia to visit tiny villages, multi-colored lakes filled with flamingos, the Sol de Manana geyser at 5000m and dip into natural hot springs.

Included: 4x4 transportation, 2 nights, meals: 2B, 3L, 2D, Driver, Cook, Bilingual Guide Not Included: Entrance Fees ($25-$30 USD), Tips for Driver/Cook

Uyuni – Salt Flats Adventure 3D/2N

This home stay will give you a genuine insight into the everyday lives of the indigenous Kakchiquel

people. Situated in San Jorge La Laguna, near Lake Atitlan, you will learn about the unique local traditions as you join your host family for dinner. They will show you around town and explain how they make their local clothing.

Included: 1 Night shared accommodation, Meals: Day 1 Dinner, Day 2 Breakfast Not Included: Transportation $3 USD, Bottled Water, Gift for family

Panajachel – Maya Home Stay 2D/1N

Learn about the ancient ways of life in this well-preserved Mayan citadel with an English speaking

guide. Ponder the disappearance of this archaeological site’s former inhabitants while you walk around these pre-Hispanic ruins. Recently added to the list of the 7 world wonders, this is a site you don’t want to miss.

Included: Transportation, English Speaking Guide Not Included: Lunch (Optional buffet $120 MXN), Optional Activity Cenote lk Kil ($70 MXN)

Merida – Chichen Itza Ruins

Cruise to the top of 500 meter high

sand dunes and ride down the slopes on a Sand Board or in a Sand

Buggy. Let go of your fears and sand board down the steep sand dune slopes with a few pointers from your local guide. Admire the breathtaking sunset over the vast desert landscape and take photos in the golden twilight before heading back to the Huacachina oasis.

Included: Buggy Ride, Sand Boarding Not Included: Entrance fee to National Park ($2 USD)

Ica/Huacachina – Sand Buggy & Sand Boarding

Learn how to Tango in beautiful Buenos Aires

The night starts with a tango lesson, where a professional instructor will teach you the traditional steps of this historically rich sensual dance. Afterwards, you will enjoy a delicious Argentine dinner with an open bar while watching a thrilling and interactive Tango Show in an intimate setting.

Included: Transportation, Bilingual Tango Instructor, dance lesson, Tango show, 3 course dinner, all you can drink wine /drinks

Buenos Aires – Tango Night Experience

Cruise between over 3000 Islands

in the tranquil waters in the Bay of Tonkin for an unforgettable

experience Cist the largest cave in Ha Long Bay, go kayaking through a floating fishing village, catch some sun aboard the boat and go for a swim with friends. Sleep peacefully aboard your boat and wake up early to catch the sunrise.

Included: Hanoi – Ha Long City round trip transfer, Guide, All Meals, boat ride, shared double room on boat, entrance fees Not Included: Meals: Breakfast day 1, Dinner day 3, Soft drinks, Alcoholic beverages

Hanoi – Ha Long Bay 3D/2N

The breathtaking beaches, bays and

landscapes surrounding Koh Phi Phi island are some of the most

beautiful in Thailand Swim, snorkel and kayak at Ton Sai Bay, Pi Ley Bay, Loh Sama Bay and Bidah Island or search for monkeys in the trees at Monkeys Beach. Don’t miss hiking to the famous Maya Bay where “The Beach” was filmed.

Included: Boat Transportation, Complimentary coffee, water and fruit during the day, Box lunch, Kayaks, Snorkel & Mask, English speaking guide Not Included: Extra Snacks, Soft Drinks or Alcoholic Beverages

Koh Phi Phi – Island & Beaches Full Day Trip

ADVENTURE TRIPS Independent Adventures Small Group Tours/ Treks

INDEPENDENT ADVENTURES

Anywhere alone our transportation routes

Where do we operate our adventure trips?

• Independent Travel • Fixed Itinerary • Accommodation + Transportation + Activities • Tour leaders present during included activity only

- Independent Travel - Accommodation + Transportation + Activities - Daily Departures - Fixed Itinerary - Tour leaders present during included activities only

Included Experiences: Lima City Tour, Paracas: Ballestas Islands Day Tour, Ica/Huacachina: Sand boarding and Sand Buggy day tour, Arequipa: 2 day/1 night Colca Canyon day tour, Puno: 2 day/1night Amantani Homestay, Cuzco: Sacred Valley day tour Not Included: Daily Food Expenses: 10-20 USD, Optional Nazca lines

A Typical Independent Adventure

Start: Rio – Illa Grande - Rio Snorkel and swim in the Blue Lagoon, visit the famous Praia Lopez Mendez and taste the rich flavors of traditional Feijoada on the pristine island of Ilha Grande.

BRAZIL: Independent Adventure

Start: Rio - Paraty - Rio Explore the quiet cobblestone streets of Paraty. Visit the lively Café of Paraty’s historic pedestrian city center. Cruise into the Bay of Paraty in search of virgin beaches and lush jungle.

BRAZIL: Independent Adventure

SMALL GROUP TOURS/ TREKS

Start: Mexico City This undiscovered treasure is one of Mexico’s best-kept secrets! La Huasteca Potosina is immersed in the Sierra Madre Oriental offering rich biodiversity from mountains to valleys, desert to jungle

Included : First Class Roundtrip Public Transportation, Certified Bilingual Tour leader, Accommodation, 2B, 3L, 2D, 3 snacks

Included Experiences: Micos River and Water-fall Adventure, Minas Viejas Waterfalls, Puente de Dios Waterfalls, Guided visit of Xilitla Castle, Hike to Sotano de las Golondrinas

MEXICO: HUASTECA POTOSINA 5D/4N

Start: Cancun Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime experience to swim with the giant whale sharks off the coast of Isla Holbox. A day tour will take you out in search of these huge surface-skimming creatures where you will have the chance to swim beside them. The whale sharks swim slowly just

Included : Marine transportation from Isla Mujeres, Box Lunch with bottled water or soft drink, Life jacket, mask and snorkel, fins

under the surface of the ocean feeding on a smorgasbord of plankton and algae That float into their mouths

MEXICO: WHALE SHARK EXPERIENCE

Start: Flores City

Immerse yourself in the midst of the mysterious and magical Peten Jungle in northern Guatemala on a trek to the hidden city of El Mirador, one of the Maya’s most spectacular archeological sites. Explore El Mirador with a certified guide and learn the secrets of the ancient Maya culture as you watch the sun set over green canopy from the top of a pyramid in the middle of nowhere. Included: 4 nights accommodation in camping (tents, hammocks), mosquito nets & blankets included, Meals: 4 B, 5L, 4 D, drinking water, English Speaking Guide, Mules, cooks, porters, first aid kit.

Not Included: Extra snacks, alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, mules for trekkers, tips for guides, porters & cooks.

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Start: Flores City 8 Days/ 7Nights

Alternative route:

GUATEMALA: MAYAN TRAIL

Start: Cusco

Included: Pre-departure briefing at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel, Qualified Bilingual Bamba Guide, 1N Dorm accommodation at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel, Cusco Hotel pick-up, Inca Trail & Machu Picchu entrance fees, All Transportation, Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D, 3 snacks (Veggie option available), All-season 4-man tent for 2 people, Basic sleeping pad, porters, cooks to carry shared camping equipment, First aid kit & Emergency oxygen bottle.

Not Included: Meals: Day 1 B, Day 4 L, Bottled Water, Trekking poles, Inflatable sleeping mattress, sleeping bag (rental $15 USD for trek), Optional Huayna Picchu Trek (152 soles in advance), optional hot springs (10 soles), Extra porter, Tips

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Superior Inca Trail Trek:

Highlights

• free 1st night accommodation at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel • 4 Days of trekking (Distance: 45 km) • Walk along the original Inca hand built stone footpath • Enter Machu Picchu through Inti Punku (Sun Gate) at Sun Rise • Guided tour of Machu Picchu site by qualified Bamba guide

Guaranteed Departures

Included: All above inclusion, Additional inclusions: Day 4 Lunch in Aguas Calientes, Thermal sleeping bag, Inflatable mattress, trekking poles, 5kg extra

PERU: INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU

Start: Cusco

Included: Pre-departure briefing at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel, Qualified Bilingual Bamba Guide, 1N Dorm accommodation at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel, 1N accommodation in Aguas Calientes Cusco Hotel pick-up, Machu Picchu entrance fees, All Transportation, Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D, 3 snacks (Veggie option available), All-season 4-man tent for 2 people, Basic sleeping pad, Mules to shared camping and cooking equipment, Mules to carry 5kg of personal items per person, First aid kit & Emergency oxygen bottle.

Not Included: Meals: Day 1 B, Day 5 L, Bottled Water, Trekking poles, Inflatable sleeping mattress, sleeping bag (rental $15 USD for trek), Hot springs Santa Teresa (20 soles), Hot springs Aguas Calientes (10 soles), Optional Huayna Picchu Trek (28 soles in advance),, Extra porter, Tips

6 Days/ 5 Nights

Highlights

• free 1st night accommodation at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel • 4 Days of trekking • Walk to the base of Salkantay, Altitude: 4650 meters • Visit the high Amazon jungle of Santa Terresa. • Guided tour of Machu Picchu site by qualified Bamba guide

Guaranteed Departures

PERU: SALKANTAY TREK 6D/5N

Start: Cusco

Included: Pre-departure briefing at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel, Qualified Bilingual Bamba Guide, 1N Dorm accommodation at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel, 3N hostel accommodation (Santa Maria, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes) Cusco Hotel pick-up, Machu Picchu entrance fees, All Transportation, Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D, 3 snacks (Veggie option available), Mountain Biking Equipment (bicycles, helmet, and gloves), Rafting Trip & Equipment, Canopy Zip-line Adventure, First aid kit & Emergency oxygen bottle.

Not Included: Meals: Day 1 B, Day 4 L, Bottled Water, Hot springs Santa Teresa (20 soles), Hot springs Aguas Calientes (10 soles), Optional Huayna Picchu Trek (28 soles in advance), Extra porter, Tips

5Days/ 4 Nights

Highlights

• free 1st night accommodation at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel • Biking, Rafting, Trekking, and Canopy • 4 Nights Hostel accommodation • Guided tour of Machu Picchu site by qualified Bamba guide

Guaranteed Departures

PERU: MACHU PICCHU JUNGLE ADVENTURE 5D/4N

Start: Cusco

Included: Pre-departure briefing at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel, Qualified Bilingual Bamba Guide, 1N Dorm accommodation at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel, 3N hostel accommodation (Santa Maria, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes) Cusco Hotel pick-up, Machu Picchu entrance fees, All Transportation, Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D, 3 snacks (Veggie option available), Mountain Biking Equipment (bicycles, helmet, and gloves), First aid kit & Emergency oxygen bottle.

Not Included: Meals: Day 1 B, Day 4 L, Bottled Water, Hot springs Santa Teresa (20 soles), Hot springs Aguas Calientes (10 soles), Optional Huayna Picchu Trek (28 soles in advance), Extra porter, Tips

5Days/ 4 Nights

Highlights

• free 1st night accommodation at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel • Biking, Trekking, • 4 Nights Hostel accommodation • Guided tour of Machu Picchu site by qualified Bamba guide

Guaranteed Departures

PERU: MACHU PICCHU JUNGLE ADVENTURE 5D/4N

Start: Cusco

Included: Pre-departure briefing at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel, Qualified Bilingual Bamba Guide, 1N Dorm accommodation at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel, 1N hostel accommodation in Aguas Calientes, Cusco Hotel pick-up, Machu Picchu entrance fees, All Transportation, Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D, 3 snacks (Veggie option available), 4-man tent for 2 people & basic sleeping pad, mules to carry shared camping and cooking equipment & 5kg of personal items, First aid kit & Emergency oxygen bottle.

Not Included: Meals: Day 1 B, Day 5 L, Bottled Water, Hot springs Aguas Calientes (10 soles), Optional Huayna Picchu Trek (28 soles in advance), Sleeping bag (Rental $15 USD for the trek), Tips

5Days/ 4 Nights

Highlights

• free 1st night accommodation at Milhouse Backpackers & Hotel • Trek by villages made of thatched houses, • Enjoy fascinating views of the surrounding mountains • 1 night accommodation at a hostel in Aguas Calientes • Guided tour of Machu Picchu site by qualified Bamba guide

Guaranteed Departures

PERU: Lares Trek 5D/4N

Highlights

Visit the sacred Inca archaeological sites of Pisaq and Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley, taste Peru’s finest traditional cuisine in the town of Urubamba on a Sacred Valley Day Trip. Make your way to Aguas Calientes on the Peru Rail surrounded by impressive views of the Urubamba river valley. Explore Machu Picchu with a knowledgeable guide and return to the comfort of your hostel in Cusco.

Highlights

Hop on the Peru Railway for an unforgettable journey to Aguas Calientes where you will have plenty of time to enjoy this quaint mountain town and stretch your legs by walking to Mandor Waterfall or Putucusi Mountain followed by a relaxing dip in the spacious hot springs before your long awaited visit to the famous Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

Highlights

This invigorating short trek is an excellent alternative to the longer and more physically demanded 4 day Inca Trail. Hike along the original stone staircases of the Inca Trail that lead to Inti Punku (Sun Gate) with stunning views of the magical site of Machu Picchu.

Highlights

Make an express visit to Machu Picchu from Cuzco in a one-day tour from Cuzco to discover the legendary Inca citadel, Machu Picchu, with a local guide and some free time to explore on your own before returning to Cusco.

PERU: Additional Activities from Cusco

Start: Puerto Maldonado

Included: Shared Bungalow-Style Accommodation, Roundtrip transfer Puerto Maldonado Bus Station, Amazon Jungle Lodge, River transportation on Madre de Dios River, Taricaya Project Canopy Walk, All meals at Lodge (Vegetarian option available), bottled water and typical natural beverages, excursions with English speaking tour leader, life vest & rubber boots

Not Included: Tambopata National Reserve Entrance fee ($15 USD), Extra Snacks and Drinks, Tips for Guide

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Highlights

• Boat ride along the Madre de Dios River • Enjoy the amazing Taricaya Project Canopy Walk • Visit the Tambopata National Reserve • Choice of many different jungle activities

Departs: Daily

PERU: Puerto Maldonado

Start: La Paz

Included: 2 N Dorm-style accommodation, Qualified Bilingual Tour leader, 4WD transportation, Meals: 2B, 3L, 2D, snacks (Veggie option available), cook & cooking equipment, local driver, First aid kit & Emergency oxygen bottle.

Not Included: Entrance Fees: Isla Incahuasi (15 Bs), Reserva Eduardo Avaroa Protected Area (150 Bs), Hot shower (10 Bs), Tips for driver & cook

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Highlights

• Visit the world’s largest blinding-white salt flats • 3 Day expedition in a 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser • Visit village of Agua Quis, and the Salt Hotel • See thousands of pink flamingo’s in intense red colored lakes • Visit thermal mud hot springs & the green lagoon

Guaranteed Departures

Bolivia: Uyuni Salt Flats Adventure 5D/4N

Rio de Janeiro

Highlights

• Visit the worlds ultimate expression of life, love & dance • Samba Drome tickets (section 13) • Tour leader present at hotel during the whole week

Included: 5N accommodation w/ breakfast near Lapa. Day Sector 13 Carnival Ticket, one-way escort to Samba-drome from Hotel. Bamba Help Desk will give you information on how to get to the major sites & best parties

Not Included: Airport Arrival/ departure, tours in Rio, Meals, Personal expenses.

Brazil: Rio Carnival Packages

Brazil: World Cup Packages 2014

Start: Manaus

Included: Transportation, Jungle Hostel Accommodation, Meals, Water, English speaking tour leader, Excursions

Not Included: Tips for Guides, Personal expenses

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Highlights

• Ride down the Rio Negro by boat to Cacau Pirera • Learn about medicinal plants on small Jungle trek • Visit Caboclo tribe learn about traditions and farming techniques • Experience Jungle life with the natives • Experience the sounds of howler monkeys

Departs: Daily

BRAZIL: MANAUS JUNGLE ADVENTURE

Start: Campo Grande

4 Days/ 3 Nights

Highlights

• Fish for Piranhas • Walk next to Aligators • Take a night safari to the world’s largest flood plain • Spot native creates like the Piranhas, Capybaras, Alligators, and Armadillos • Horseback ride through the swamp

Departs: Daily

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BRAZIL: Pantanal Adventure 4D/3N

Start: Santa Marta

Venture deep into the jungle in search of the Lost City on an intrepid trek where you will hike through indigenous villages, forge the Buritaca river, sleep in hammocks and climb 1,200 mossy steps to reach one of the largest Tayrona cities in Latin America

Included: Round trip transportation Santa Marta –Lost City Trek, Accommodation in hammocks with mosquito nets on Lost City Trek. Food during Lost City Trek (Vegetarian Option available), porters to carry equipment on Lost City Trek. Required Permits for trek and Entrance Fees, Medical Assist Card..

Not Included: Accommodation in Santa Marta, Meals not specified & Bottled Water

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Start: Cartagena 9 Days/ 8 Nights

Alternative route:

Add Totuma Volcano Day Trip and transportation from Cartagena for this unforgettable adventure

COLOMBIA: Lost City Trek

Start: Cartagena

See beautiful coral reefs and paddle through wild natural mangroves on this 70 kilometer kayaking expedition to Baru Island where you’ll sleep in a local village and return to the coast of Cartagena by sea.

Included: Totuma Volcano Day trip, transportation, kayaks and all kayaking equipment (paddle, life vest, etc..) Car to carry equipment, accommodation during expedition, All meals, 2 trained Boga travel guides with first aid certification, insurance for expedition

Not Included: Meals not specified in the itinerary, extra snacks, drinks and souvenirs, option boat from Baru – Islas del Rosario (approx. 40 USD), Optional visit to Baru coral reef (approx. 25 USD)

5 Days/ 4 Nights

Start: Santa Marta

Visit Pilon de Azucar beach where you can take a walk to a scenic overlook point for breathtaking views of the desert, ocean and windmills of Eolico Park.

Included: 4x4 transportation with driver/guide, 2 N accommodation in shared cabins, Meals: 2B, 1L

Not Included: Meals: B1, L2, D2, Additional excursions & activities, personal expenses

3 Days/ 2 Nights

COLOMBIA: Additional Adventures