For early risers, the Thai floating market in Bangkok is a cultural festival of color, flavor and intrigue. Buy your fruit, veggies and a hot noodle breakfast while afloat on the River Kwai. Be prepared to wake up early, the market is thriving by 6am every morning, so a 4am wake up call is in order to fully appreciate it.

World Tribe Tours specializes in unique cultural encounters in some of the most remote places on Earth.

Uganda's mountain gorillas are an endangered species, but it is still possible to safely see them in the wild. Leading gorilla trekking tours since 1995, while the park permits are significantly more expensive, now improved infrastructure and accommodations mean it is more convenient than ever to enjoy this once in a lifetime thrill.

"Ko" in Thai means island. The islands in the south of Thailand including Ko Phi Phi, Ko Phangan, Ko Samui and Ko Tao as well as Phuket, which is located on the southern peninsula, offer crystal clear blue waters with world renown snorkeling, scuba diving and scenery.

Sadly, White Rhinos are being poached nearly to extinction. In 2013, more than 900 rhinos were poached in South Africa alone so their horns could be sold on the black market. It is not too late, however, to see these magnificent creatures in the wild. Tourism contributes greatly to funding anti-poaching efforts, so your visit to South Africa helps save a rhino.

Otherworldly and sublime the Sosussvlei sand dunes of Southern Namibia house a variety of desert wildlife including gemsbok, cheetah, leopard, bat-eared fox, brown hyena, porcupine, warthog, pangolin and zebra.

Darwin developed the theory of evolution through his research studying the species unique to the Galapagos Islands. The flora and fauna once described in his field notes can still be seen in the Galapagos today. Truly unique to the Galapagos Islands is how close you can get to the wildlife and how intimately you can observe raw animal behavior. Witness the mating dance of the blue footed booby, swim with seals and photograph the famous saltwater spitting iguanas while touring the Galapagos.

Northern Thailand is home to six major hill tribes: the Akha, Lahu, Karen, Hmong/Miao, Mien/Yao and Lisu, each with a distinct language and culture. From Chang Mai itineraries to visit the hill tribes include hiking, a bamboo raft trip down the Mekong River, optional elephant back safari and more.

Bushman paintings or 'rock art' is found all over Southern Africa. The Kalahari Bushmen roamed Southern Africa and depicted animals, including giraffe and buffalo, hunters and half-human half-animal images. The half-human hybrids are believed to be the medicine men often shown in movement during healing dances. The Klein Karoo just 2.5 hours outside of Cape Town is known for its rock art sites as are areas of the Eastern Cape in Kwa Zulu Natal.

Unless you are planning to visit Antarctica, there are few places in the world where you can see penguins in their natural habitat. At Boulders Beach in Cape Town jackass penguins mate, nest and hatch their young. A visit to Boulders Beach is included in a Cape Point day tour while visiting Cape Town. The scenery along this stretch is magnificent and you may be lucky enough to see Southern Right Whales, baboons, springbok, ostrich and more on your journey to Cape Point.

The Victoria Falls can be seen from either Zimbabwe or Zambia with a border and the Zambezi river that divides them. From either the town of Livingstone on the Zambian side, or Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, you are situated close to many world renown national parks including Chobe in Botswana and Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Machu Picchu sits only about 50 miles outside of Cusco. It is situated on a mountain ridge above the Sacred Valley through which the Urubamba River flows. Significant to archeologists as a well preserved Inca civilization, it is often referred to as the "Lost City of the Incas" in its heyday between 1438–1472. Ask about our small group tours to South America including Machu Picchu.

Visit Costa Rica and you'll see many sloths. They are peppered throughout the rain forest canopy and unlike other more nimble forest creatures, they move so slowly they are easy to spot. A variety of monkeys as well as toucans and scarlet macaw are frequently spotted. Costa Rica has 13 different climate zones and 25 percent of the country is dedicated to national park and the country has no military.

Inquire about diving adventures and add on excursions. Fiji, Tahiti, Thailand, Seychelle Islands, Palau, Maldives, Indonesia, Madagascar, Shark cage diving in South Africa and more is at our finger tips. Ask us about your diving bucket list, we've been there and can advise you accordingly.

Madagascar is a unique microcosm of Earth with 90% of its indigenous plants and animals found nowhere else. The island is home to the world's tiniest chameleon no larger than a thumbnail. All 70-odd species of lemur are endangered. The government dedicated more than nine million acres of land to help protect them, but subsistence based deforestation continues. For this reason, tourism is a must. You'll see lemurs dance through the trees during rain forest walks as if there was no threat.

Whether in bustling Dehli, or in the southeastern hippy beach hub of Goa, the vibrant colors, pungent smells and fragrant flavors of India pique the senses and tantalize the soul. Choose from cultural, culinary and wildlife tours or create a custom made adventure including these and more. India will overwhelm your senses in a way you don't yet know you'll love. Ask for our recommendations!

Nestled along the bank of the Luangwa River in Zambia lies one of the most private wildlife encounters still available in Africa. Zikomo Safari Camp is a small, family owned lodge specializing in providing guests an extraordinary wildlife experience. Daily bush walks and game drives deliver close encounters with African big game. This region is also phenomenal for birding.

Several African itineraries include cultural evenings and events where native African dance and drumming is performed. Guests can join in the celebration or just sit back and enjoy. Voluntourism opportunities and school and orphanage visits are also available upon request.

A magical hot air balloon ride at sunrise over the Serengeti will live in your memory forever. From the sound of the gushing air filling the balloon, to the silence while afloat, to being welcomed upon landing to a silver service bush breakfast, the experience will leave you feeling like royalty and never wanting to leave.

Anjuna beach in Goa, settled by the Portugese, is now world famous for its trance parties held on the beach during the high season. Apart from the land mark face carving, Anjuna is also home to the famous flea market (every Wednesday) where you can purchase everything from fruits to jewelry, clothes and electronic devices.

As recent as the 1950's it was legal in Africa to kill a bushman. The Khoisan survived the colonial era in South Africa, Namibia and Botswana. Today the San live primarily in the Kalahari Desert where they can more easily preserve their culture and lifestyle. Kalahari desert tours including visits to San tribal villages offer the opportunity to interact with the historically nomadic tribe.

Ahhh Table Mountain majestically keeping watch over the Mother City. This iconic landmark symbolizes Cape Town, the southern most city at the tip of the African continent. Cape Town is one of the most magical cities in the world. Voted in 2011 the number one bucket list destination, everyone should visit Cape Town at least once in a lifetime. History, adventure, magnificent scenery, wildlife, world renown viticulture and five star cuisine awaits you.

As myth has it, the baobab tree fell from the heavens, which is why it is known as the "upside down" tree. Baobab trees are scattered throughout Southern Africa and Madagascar. North and West Madagascar and Southern Africa are where you'll find baobab trees.

You will not find a more quintessentially beautiful island on the planet. La Digue is one of 42 granitic islands making up the Seychelle islands. The main islands in order of size are Mahe, Praslin, Silhouette and La Digue. While the fourth largest island, La Digue is still quaint and charming with no cars permitted on the island, which can be walked in half a day. But ox carts may pass you on your way to the beach or to see the more than century old giant tortoises that reside there.