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Hiking for a great cause

Hiking for a great cause

We love hiking for a great cause, so Cape to Cape Explorer Tours was proud to support a fundraiser for the Child In Need Institute India. Our founder Gene Hardy (pictured below) offered a day's guided hiking on the Cape to Cape Track for two people as part of an...

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Supporting a code for the coast

Supporting a code for the coast

Cape to Cape Explorer Tours was part of a recent Coastal Forum in the Margaret River region, discussing ways to care for our coast and develop a special code for the coast. The forum also had a focus on ensuring the Cape to Cape Track remains a top-quality wilderness...

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Exciting Cape to Cape Track upgrades

Exciting Cape to Cape Track upgrades

Exciting new Cape to Cape Track upgrades have been announced, making Western Australia's most popular multi-day hike even better! The WA Government has announced another $2.7 million to be spend on improvements to the 124km Track. It's been welcomed by Cape to Cape...

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Randall’s Golden Guide nomination

Randall’s Golden Guide nomination

Cape to Cape Explorer Tours guide Randall Smith has been nominated for a Golden Guide award in WA's top tourism awards. Randall will go up against a field of the state's best tourism guides for the FACET Golden Guide Award at the Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards. A...

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Schools on the Cape to Cape Track

Schools on the Cape to Cape Track

It's been a fantastic autumn hiking season for schools on the Cape to Cape Track! Our schools team (pictured below) is working hard to deliver engaging, meaningful and empowering itineraries and activities for young people in the WA, interstate and internationally....

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Fauna on the Cape to Cape Track

Fauna on the Cape to Cape Track

There's an abundance of mind-blowing fauna on the Cape to Cape Track for wildlife-mad hikers with a keen eye! Think mysterious land-based mammals. Incredible marine life. A stunning array of birds. And fascinating insect life. The Cape to Cape Track in the Margaret...

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Our guides caring for coast

Our guides caring for coast

Our guides were thrilled to join Nature Conservation Margaret River Region caring for coast and rehabilitating foreshore dunes recently! We joined an army of volunteers from the local community to carry out planting and brushing at Gnarabup headland, right near the...

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Cape to Cape northern and southern highlights

Cape to Cape northern and southern highlights

We've added two new walking tours on Margaret River's best hiking trail - the Cape to Cape northern and southern highlights tours. Both are self-guided, multi-day adventures on the 124km Cape to Cape Track in Western Australia's rugged South-West. "They're designed so...

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Awesome autumn hiking in WA

Awesome autumn hiking in WA

We're well into our bumper season of autumn hiking on the Cape to Cape Track – the Margaret River region’s famous coastal hike! Our autumn hiking season runs from March through to June. It's when you can expect mild weather and blue skies. And, we recently published...

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Walpole Wilderness Experience hike

Walpole Wilderness Experience hike

Oh what a feeling - we're on a high after our latest Walpole Wilderness Experience hike sampling the Bibbulmun Track on WA's south coast! Read on for a full run-down of the experience. Plus check out the group's awesome photos from their week in the wilderness.Guides...

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Walking from Cape Naturaliste to Cape Leeuwin

Walking from Cape Naturaliste to Cape Leeuwin

It's an epic feeling standing under Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse - the southern terminus of the Cape to Cape Track. And what a feeling for Claire Twohig and Tanya Peris, pictured here completing their Cape to Cape Track adventure! Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse tallest on...

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Cape to Cape and Bibbulmun back to back

Cape to Cape and Bibbulmun back to back

Meet Angie - she recently became the first person to complete our Cape to Cape Track and Bibbulmun Track guided hiking adventures back to back! What a cracking couple of weeks, first spent hiking the coastal Cape to Cape for 7 days. And then heading straight to...

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Guided hiking on the Cape to Cape

Guided hiking on the Cape to Cape

Such a lovely group of hikers for our first 8-Day Guided End-to-End adventure for the autumn season on the Cape to Cape Track! And what a stunning week of sunny skies and big smiles, with loads of wildlife spotted on the Track and in the ocean. Friendships forged...

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Helping endangered hooded plovers

Helping endangered hooded plovers

The Cape to Cape Explorer Tours team is helping to monitor endangered Hooded Plovers this season on the Cape to Cape Track. These charismatic shore birds are listed as critically endangered. But the Margaret River region and the 124km Cape to Cape Track is an...

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Maggie’s hike for mental health

Maggie’s hike for mental health

Meet Maggie, an inspirational lady who is tackling the Cape to Cape Track on a hike for mental health this April! She's opted for Cape to Cape Explorer Tours' 6-day self-guided end-to-end hike. And she's fundraising with Black Dog Institute, supporting research into...

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Autumn hiking on the Cape to Cape Track

Autumn hiking on the Cape to Cape Track

Our team are all set for a bumper season of autumn hiking on the Cape to Cape Track - the Margaret River region's famous coastal hike! The Cape to Cape Explorers Team got together this week for a training and bonding day before our 8-Day Guided End-to-End hiking tours...

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The good life in Margaret River

The good life in Margaret River

Living the good life in Margaret River! Read on for this special story from journalist Fleur Bainger, published in Australian Geographic. It documents some of the incredible things about living in the South-West corner of Western Australia. And it explores some of the...

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Cape to Cape Track self-guided

Cape to Cape Track self-guided

Thinking about hiking the Cape to Cape Track self-guided? Then read on for the full list of fabulous self-guided hikes you can do on Margaret River's iconic walking trail. Cape to Cape Explorer Tours are the specialists when it comes to the 124km Cape to Cape Track ...

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Kids and the Margaret River Region

Kids and the Margaret River Region

From beaching to bike riding, mini golf to mazes, and all the adventures in between, including hiking on the Cape to Cape Track. We've rounded up the top family friendly activities in and around the Margaret River Region this summer. By Lizzy Pepper.    ...

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Meet our Cape to Cape hikers

Meet our Cape to Cape hikers

Meet our Cape to Cape hikers! We've loved the all-star cast of wonderful hikers from all corners of Australia and around the world arriving in Margaret River to walk the Cape to Cape Track with us. Here are some of their faces and stories! Completing the Cape to Cape...

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How hiking saved my life

How hiking saved my life

How hiking saved my life: the incredible true story of Lynn Fisher and her hike on the 124km Cape to Cape Track in the Margaret River region. At Cape to Cape Explorer Tours, we hear and experience so many moving and inspirational stories from the hikers who come and...

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Hiking experiences in WA

Hiking experiences in WA

If you’re looking for unique, diverse, undiscovered, and natural experiences and love to travel on foot, Western Australia’s South West region has much to offer. There’s no better way to discover pristine coastlines. Turquoise waters. Ancient Karri tree forests. And...

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Margaret River fishing: “catch of a lifetime”

Margaret River fishing: “catch of a lifetime”

Want the ultimate land-based fishing experience in the Margaret River region? Then Cape to Cape Explorer Tours can help! We offer a half-day fishing experience, including all gear, bait, logistics, transport, snacks and drinks. With local guides and local knowledge,...

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Cape to Cape Track news

Cape to Cape Track news

Read all the latest Cape to Cape Track news, info, yarns and photos in our Summer 2022 Newsletter. Out now from Cape to Cape Explorer Tours! Season's greetings from Cape to Cape Explorer Tours The newsletter kicks off with a message from Gene Hardy, Cape to Cape...

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Margaret River Christmas gift guide

Margaret River Christmas gift guide

The Margaret River Region corresponent Lizzy Pepper's ultimate guide for Christmas gifts in the Margaret Rvier region, for those who are into sustainable travel and exerperiences. My favourite gifts are experiences. My second favourite gifts are handmade by local...

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Last hike of spring on the Cape to Cape

Last hike of spring on the Cape to Cape

This week marked our final guided end-to-end hike of spring on the Cape to Cape Track. And what an amazing group we had to cap off the season on Margaret River's famous 124km coastal hiking trail. Hikers from around Australia as well as international shores Sunny...

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Hiking for mental health

Hiking for mental health

That's a wrap on another incredible week hiking for mental health on the 124km Cape to Cape Track! We teamed up with the amazing group Move For Mental Health and an inspiring and fun group of ladies. And they all loved their time walking every step of the Cape to...

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Fundraising on the Cape to Cape Track

Fundraising on the Cape to Cape Track

What an epic time we had with an inspiring group who strapped on their hiking boots for a week of fundraising on the Cape to Cape Track! Cape to Cape Explorer Tours teamed up with Inspired Adventures, who offer adventure holidays for a good cause. On this occasion,...

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Ancient Land: Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park

Ancient Land: Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park

A fascinating history lies beneath the limestone cliffs and granite outcrops of the Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park. Once an island, the region has been through ice ages, shifting sands and a break away from India. Lizzy Pepper talks to three of the region’s guides...

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Your complete guide to the Cape to Cape Track

Your complete guide to the Cape to Cape Track

Cape to Cape Explorer Tours is stoked to feature in this informative article, 'Your Complete Guided to the Cape to Cape Track', published by Trails WA. Read on for the full story: The Cape to Cape Track stretches for 124-kilometres along the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge,...

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Hiking the Bibbulmun a hit with Darwinians

Hiking the Bibbulmun a hit with Darwinians

Hiking the Bibbulmun Track was a high point for this group of hikers from Darwin who joined our 6-Day guided "Walpole Wilderness Experience" during spring. After hiking the Cape to Cape Track with us last year, the group of 10 friends - all keen hikers - returned for...

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When to hike the Cape to Cape Track

When to hike the Cape to Cape Track

When to hike the Cape to Cape Track is a crucial decision when it comes to hiking in Western Australia's Margaret River region. With so much variations between the seasons, there's a big difference between what you can expect and how to prepare for hiking in summer,...

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Inspiration on the Cape to Cape Track

Inspiration on the Cape to Cape Track

Here's some inspiration on the Cape to Cape Track, with hiker Joyce Lane completing the 124km hike after a double hip replacement! Cape to Cape a warm up for Camino And not only that, but her Guided 8-Day End-to-End Cape to Cape hike was just a warm up. Next, she's...

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Margaret River food and produce

Margaret River food and produce

Margaret River food and produce is a real highlight of the region - and one you'll get to indulge in during your Cape to Cape Track hike! We source the best local produce for our delicious and healthy dinners, Track lunches and snacks. Plus, on our guided hikes you'll...

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Cape to Cape Track FAQs

Cape to Cape Track FAQs

If you've got questions about hiking in Margaret River, read on for our Cape to Cape Track FAQs. We've got everything covered, from info about the Track, getting around, logistics, terrain, when to hike and what preparation to do! How difficult is hiking the Cape to...

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Top 10 Margaret River Region orchid hotspots

Top 10 Margaret River Region orchid hotspots

The Margaret River Region and the Cape to Cape Track has remarkable biodiversity, and if you visit in spring you’ll observe an abundance of wildflowers and orchids in blossom. It is rated by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) as one of the world’s most important...

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Epic views on the Cape to Cape Track

Epic views on the Cape to Cape Track

When it comes to epic vistas, the views on the Cape to Cape Track are impossible to beat. And here's a series of stunning photos featuring Cape to Cape Explorer Tours founder Gene Hardy taking in some of the finest outlooks on Margaret River's 124km coastal hiking...

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Cape to Cape Track upgrade

Cape to Cape Track upgrade

Great news - there's been a fabulous Cape to Cape Track upgrade! We're celebrating the upgrade works on the final day's hike near Deepdene. The upgrade works mean a big improvement to safety at the southern end of the Track! Track upgrades makes reaching Cape Leeuwin...

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Top spots on the Cape to Cape Track

Top spots on the Cape to Cape Track

Want to know the top spots on the Cape to Cape Track? Then read on for Cape to Cape Explorer Tours founder Gene Hardy's don't-miss locations. Gene knows the Track like the back of his hand after 11 years guiding its diverse, 124km length. Here, he shares some of his...

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Spring hiking season starts with a bang

Spring hiking season starts with a bang

Our spring hiking season has started with a bang under perfect sunny skies on the Margaret River region's Cape to Cape Track! An excited bunch of hikers lined up to tackle our first guided end-to-end hike for the spring season, covering 124km in 8 days. Hikers from...

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Towns of the Margaret River region

Towns of the Margaret River region

Are you coming to hike the Cape to Cape Track, but want to get to know the towns of the Margaret River region first? In the north you’ll find Busselton, Dunsborough and Yallingup. Margaret River – the town and river – is roughly in the middle, a few kilometres from...

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Cape to Cape among best hikes in the world

Cape to Cape among best hikes in the world

Margaret River's Cape to Cape Track has been ranked as one of the best hikes in the world, according to the global news network CNN. The article by CNN Travel ranked 23 of the world's best hikes. And the Cape to Cape Track in Western Australia making the cut!...

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Our guides help replant Margaret River

Our guides help replant Margaret River

Our guides have been busy joining planting and revegetation sessions to help green Margaret River with native species. Cape to Cape Explorer Tours guides and drivers joined two Nature Conservation Margaret River Region planting events recently. One on the banks of the...

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TripAdvisor win for Cape to Cape Explorer Tours!

TripAdvisor win for Cape to Cape Explorer Tours!

We're stoked to claim yet another Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice award for excellent 5-star reviews from Cape to Cape Explorer Tours hikers. Yahoo! Cape to Cape Explorer Tours delivers positive experiences Cape to Cape Explorer Tours has been recognised by...

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Hamelin Bay stingrays wildlife guide

Hamelin Bay stingrays wildlife guide

There is wildlife in abundance along Margaret River’s Cape to Cape Track but the Hamelin Bay stingrays are sure to rank as one of the highlights! This season they’ve been wowing visitors who can see and interact with the rays most mornings in the crystals-clear waters...

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Orchids of the Cape to Cape Track

Orchids of the Cape to Cape Track

Spring is just around the corner and that means the most abundant time for orchids of the Cape to Cape Track! And here at Cape To Cape Explorer Tours, we’re mad about these colourful and wonderful characters in the wide world of flora. So we wanted to share a photo...

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5 stars on TripAdvisor!

5 stars on TripAdvisor!

We've had some amazing feedback on TripAdvisor so this year. And a big thanks to the many happy hikers who left a swag of 5-star reviews! With our spring hiking season about to kick off soon, we're taking a look at a sample of our reviews over the season just past....

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Wedding bells on WA hike

Wedding bells on WA hike

A wedding proposal on the Cape to Cape Track means Dan Buic and Valerie Jovanovic will never forget their WA hike! And what a stunning setting to pop the question, amidst some of the Margaret River region's most stunning coastal scenery. Proposal a big surprise during...

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Winter newsletter out now!

Winter newsletter out now!

Our winter newsletter is out now, with all the latest news and info from the Cape to Cape Track in the Margaret River region! You can READ IT HERE if you missed it. Or scroll to the bottom of our home page HERE to subscribe to our quarterly updates, which are packed...

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Margaret River a certified eco-destination

Margaret River a certified eco-destination

There's even more proof the Margaret River region is a leading eco-destination in Australia, with a new certification! We’re proud to announce that the Shire of Augusta Margaret River has been certified as an "ECO Destination". It's the first in WA and one of only...

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Wonderful...as usual! this is my second Cape to Cape with Gene's team, but this time we did it in 6 days to fit into a busy work roster. They were wonderful..from coming up with a package to suit our timing, punctuality, warm friendly communication and the feeling that they really were there to support you...all amazing. Special hat tips to Gene and James
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Professional, Personal and Unforgettable Our experience with the Cape to Cape crew was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived until the final steps into Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, every detail was thoughtfully planned, allowing us to focus on what mattered most—immersing ourselves in one of Australia's most spectacular coastal walks. We chose the self-guided Fast and Furious Cape to Cape experience, and it was the perfect balance of independence and support. From the very beginning, Gene made us feel completely looked after. His local knowledge, practical advice, route briefings and genuine enthusiasm for the track gave us the confidence to simply enjoy the journey. Every transfer was punctual and seamless, our luggage was always waiting for us at the next destination, and the accommodations were excellent. What impressed us most was that although we were walking independently, we never felt like we were on our own. Gene was only ever a phone call away and checked in to make sure everything was running smoothly. His passion for the Cape to Cape Track is infectious, and his tips about the best places to stop, explore and take in the scenery truly enhanced our experience. He even corrected us right at the very end to esnure we finihsed in the track and not on the road! The logistics were flawless, allowing our group of five friends to focus on what mattered most—walking, laughing, challenging ourselves and taking in the incredible beauty of the Margaret River coastline. Knowing that all the behind-the-scenes details had been expertly managed made the experience completely stress-free. If you're considering a self-guided Cape to Cape walk, we couldn't recommend this team more highly. You get the freedom to walk at your own pace while enjoying the reassurance of having experienced locals looking after every detail. Thank you, Gene, for your professionalism, warmth and exceptional organisation. You played a huge part in making our five-day adventure one that we'll remember for the rest of our lives.
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2 day hike - Margaret River Cape to Cape - Great Service - Fun Galore !! Such a great trip for our friends birthday celebrations.... It was spectacularly beautiful coast line with great paths away from the coast also.
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Great experience We had a fantastic trek , the weather was kind of, the tour was well organised and catered for all our needs The team from Cape to Cape explorer did everything to make our trip memorable We Love it
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WA Cape to Cape walk- An amazing experience, not to be missed! MY 8 day WA Cape to Cape walk with 7 friends, was amazing. the walk itself is beautiful and diverse. Days are not to hard, but are long and filled with fun, laughter and guides knowledge of the area, from fauna, flora, marine life, Aboriginal culture to the history of Australia in WA. The Cape-to-Cape company from the Owner; Gene, to the CEO Floss and the amazing Guides and staff where we were staying are second to none. I am an experienced hiker/walker and have been with many companies all over the world and I have to say that the Cape-to-Cape team was the best. From organisation, experience, knowledge, but most importantly the tight knit family feel this company has, making sure you have everything you need to make this walk the best experience. The added touches, at night with the amazing food, hot water bottles in our glamming tents, to surprise scones for morning tea along the track, is what makes this company special.
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Fast and Furious fast and furious was a great self guided walk, excellent knowledgeable staff, accommodation and food was really good. Brilliant experience - and a good work out!
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A great adventure This hike with Cape to Cape Explorer Tours was a great experience. The coastline, wildlife and surrounding landscapes are stunning. And the organisation of the hike also made it memorable. Good food, accommodation and logistics mean you don't have to think beyond getting yourself on the bus every day. Highly recommended the guided version of this trip. The guides are genuinely passionate and knowledgeable about the environment they work in and go to great lengths to make sure you get the best out of the hike.
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Wild beauty beyond the vinyards My friends and I did the 8 days, from Cape to Cape, and it was wonderful. The team that look after us were exceptional in every way, especially in accommodating my inability to do ALL of the track, as I was recovering from an illness. Highly recommended.
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Cape to Cape - give it a crack with Gene the Gem and his genies. You will not be disappointed. Gene clearly has a great radar for finding amazing staff and coworkers; together they have created a special experience for people who love hiking, swimming, flora, fauna, great food, history etc etc - nothing is left to chance.
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Great company and experience Very friendly staff. Everything was well organised and communication excellent. Gene was very helpful and flexible when we were booking the trip. Highly recommend

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