Company Information:
For mature travelers who want a high-adventure experience or who prefer exotic destinations, ElderTreks can provide a small-group or excursion ship itinerary.
Mission:
ElderTreks offers “active, off-the-beaten-path, small-group adventures by both land and sea in over 80 countries.” The company is, they say, “the world's first adventure travel company designed exclusively for people 50 and over."
Destinations:
North, Central, and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, New Zealand and Polynesia, Antarctica and the Arctic.
Tour Participant Demographics:
Ages 50 and older. Travel companions must be over 18. All travelers must complete a medical information form. ElderTreks staff will screen each traveler and suggest alternatives to people who, in their opinion, should not attempt a particular itinerary.
Single Traveler Information:
If you are willing to share rooms, you will not have to pay a single supplement.
Cost:
$2,500 and up. Airfare to and from your departure point is not included in the trip price.
Trip Length:
Varies. Most trips are 11 – 17 days long.
Quick Facts About ElderTreks:
- ElderTreks focuses solely on adventure travel, ranging from “easy” – walking one or two miles, some stair climbing – to “challenging” – eight to 10 hours of hiking per day - activity levels.
- Nearly all other expenses are included, but you’ll need to check each trip’s itinerary for details.
- Small expedition ships are used for sea and river tours.
- Don’t expect all the comforts of home; many destinations don’t have luxury hotels or chain-type restaurants.
- All land tours are small group tours, with a maximum of 16 participants.
- ClubTrek Rewards program offers discounts to repeat customers.
- Trip insurance is offered through TripMate.
Contact Information:
(800) 741-7956 - North America
(416) 588-5000 - Anywhere else in the world
597 Markham Street
Toronto, Ontario
M6G 2L7 Canada
E-mail: adventure@eldertreks.com
