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Group Travel

The Wish List 

Welcome to my journey of exploration, cultural immersion, and volunteering! As the heart and soul behind Wandering Monkey, I believe that travel is not just about visiting new places but about experiencing life in all its richness. On this page, I share my upcoming travel plans, the places I wish to volunteer, and the duration of each adventure. Each destination will involve cultural inclusion of indigenous people, offering a deeper understanding of their traditions, wisdom, and way of life.

African Masai in Traditional Dress

East African EXPEDITION

Duration: 6-12 Months

Countries:

Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, South Africa

 

Volunteering Programs:

Education initiatives in rural schools

Community health programs

Wildlife conservation in national parks

 

Cultural Inclusion:

Working with local communities

Learning about the history and customs of indigenous groups

 

Travel Highlights:

The Serengeti

Victoria Falls

Mount Kilimanjaro

The Nile River

OUTBACK ODYSSEY

Duration: 1-3 Months

Countries:

Australia

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Volunteering Programs:

Wildlife conservation in the outback

Teaching in remote Aboriginal communities

Environmental restoration projects

 

Cultural Inclusion:

Working alongside Aboriginal communities

Participating in traditional ceremonies

 

Travel Highlights:

The Great Barrier Reef

Uluru

Sydney

The Gold Coast

Aboriginal Cultural Dance
Asian Town

JAPANESE JOURNEY

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Duration: 3 Months

 

CountrY:

Japan

 

Volunteering Programs:

Community centers and cultural exchange programs

Teaching English in rural areas

Assisting in disaster relief efforts

 

Cultural Inclusion:

Immersing in Japanese traditions

Participating in local festivals like Hanami and Obon

 

Travel Highlights:

Tokyo

Kyoto

Hiroshima

Hokkaido

SOUTH AMERICAN TRANSIT

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Duration: 1 year

 

Countries:

Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Ecuador

 

Volunteering Programs:

Working with local communities on sustainable agriculture projects in Peru

Supporting education initiatives in Bolivian schools

Community health programs in Colombia

Environmental conservation in the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

 

Cultural Inclusion:

Interacting with indigenous communities in Peru, Bolivia, and Colombia

Participating in traditional Andean festivals

 

Travel Highlights:

Machu Picchu

The Galápagos Islands

Patagonia

Atacama Desert

Peruvian Dance

SCANDINAVIAN MISSION

DURATION: 2-3 MONTHS​

 

Countries:

Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark

 

Volunteering Programs:

Environmental conservation

Community development projects

 

Cultural Inclusion:

Engaging with Sami people

Learning about their culture and lifestyle

 

Travel Highlights:

Touring Norway's fjords

Exploring Sweden's archipelagos

Discovering Finland's forests and lakes

Enjoying Denmark's charming towns

THE AMERICAN DREAM

Duration: To be decided

 

Countries:

United States OF America

 

Volunteering Programs:

Community projects in urban and rural areas

Environmental conservation in national parks

 

Cultural Inclusion:

Exploring Native American cultures

Understanding their heritage and current issues

 

Travel Highlights:

Visiting national parks like Yellowstone and Yosemite

Touring iconic cities like New York, San Francisco, and New Orleans

Discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations

Image by Tanya Guillory

PACIFIC ISLAND TOUR

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Duration: To be decided

 

Countries:

Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu

 

Volunteering Programs:

Education and literacy programs in local schools

Healthcare initiatives

Environmental sustainability projects

 

Cultural Inclusion:

Living with local communities

Learning traditional crafts and music

 

Travel Highlights:

Island hopping

Snorkeling and diving in pristine waters

Experiencing unique island cultures

Wooden House in the Forest
Favelas

Buzzing through Brazil

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Duration: 3 Months

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Countries: Brazil

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Volunteering Programs:

Community development projects in Rio de Janeiro favelas

Teaching English in local schools

Environmental conservation in the Amazon Rainforest

 

Cultural Inclusion:

Engaging with indigenous tribes in the Amazon

Learning traditional crafts and music

 

Travel Highlights:

Exploring Rio de Janeiro

The Amazon Rainforest

Iguazu Falls

Salvador and Bahia's beautiful beaches

Traverse New Zealand

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Duration: 1-2 Months

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Countries: New Zealand (North Island)

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Volunteering Programs:

Environmental conservation in national parks

Community projects in rural areas

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Cultural Inclusion:

Engaging with the Maori culture

Participating in traditional Maori ceremonies and festivals

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Travel Highlights:

Touring the North Island

Rotorua

Auckland

The Bay of Islands

Image by Wallace Fonseca
Image by Aaron Mickan
Image by Simon Berger
Image by Kate Ferguson

ROAM South East asia

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Duration: 4-6 Months 

 

Countries: India, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia

 

Volunteering Programs:

Community development and education projects

Healthcare programs in rural areas

Environmental conservation efforts

 

Cultural Inclusion:

Interacting with indigenous groups

Participating in cultural festivals

 

Travel Highlights:

Exploring bustling cities

Discovering tranquil countryside and historic sites

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