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www.xtreme-gap.com E: [email protected] T:+44(0)203 286 7065 page 2
Xtreme Gap The Extreme Sport & Adventure Travel Gap Year Company
We are the adrenaline travel experts, offering extreme sports and adventure
travel experiences in some of the world’s coolest destinations.
As well as having some of the best value gap years in the industry, Xtreme Gap puts
the emphasis on excitement and self development. We enable you to find out what you
are really capable of by challenging your comfort zone. Xtreme Gap makes your travel
dreams happen with a shot of adrenaline!
Welcome to the world of adrenaline travel…
NORTH AMERICA
USA Road Trips
Learn Parkour / Free running
CENTRAL AMERICA
Divemaster in Raotan
PROGRAMMES SOUTH AMERICA
Capoeira in Brazil
Jiu Jitsu in Brazil
Andes Climbing Adventure
Trekking in Peru
PROGRAMMES EUROPE
Accelerated Free Fall Course Seville
Kitesurfing Camp Tarifa
Snow Sport School Internship Sierra
Nevada
AFRICA
Africa Overland Truck Tours
2010 World Cup South Africa Tour
Climb Mount Kilimanjaro
Kunene River Expeditions
Baz Bus, South Africa Adrenaline Tour
Great White Shark Conservation Project
Great white shark Diving
Tiger Shark Expedition
Microlight in South Africa
Canoeing Orange River
Doring Whitewater Rafting, Namibia
Field Guild Course South Africa
Big Cat Wildlife Conservation Namibia
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Xtreme Gap seeks out some of the most exciting adventure sports and extreme adventure ac-
tivities on the planet, then develops programs that are guaranteed to offer adrenaline fuelled,
blood pumping excitement. Cool extreme sports, hot exciting destinations, culture and value
for money. Pure and simple.
S.E. ASIA
Xtreme Thailand Experience
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Training Thai-
land
Fitness boot camp
Muay Thai Kick boxing Camp
Yoga Thailand
Rock climbing Koh Tao, Thailand
Freediving course, Thailand
Learn To Dive
Divemaster Course Thailand
Underwater Videographer Course Thai-
land
Technical Dive Course, wreck hunter
Dive Instructor Thailand
Thresher Shark Master Scuba Diver
Thresher Shark Divemaster
Dive instructor
Filipino stick fighting
Ultimate Kitesurfing Trip Vietnam
Learn To Surf in Bali
ASIA
Nepal Whitewater rafting Sun Kosi river
Everest Base Camp Trek
Roof Of The World Tour
Mountaineering School Nepal
Kung Fu China
AUSTRALASIA
Australian Beach lifeguard
Surf Instructor Australia
Surf‘s Up: Learn to Surf in Oz
Australia Work and Play Packages
Australia Arrival Packages
Skydiving in Australia
Australia Divemaster Course
Australia Adventure Travel Tours
This Brochure is interactive.
Hyperlinks take you to rele-
vant online pages where you
will find more detailed info.
AUSTRALIASIA
AUSTRALIA
NEW ZEALAND
SOUTH EAST ASIA
THAILAND
PHILIPPINES
VIETNAM
INDONESIA
ASIA
RUSSIA
NEPAL
EUROPE
SPAIN
AFRICA
TANZANIA
NAMIBIA
BOTSWANA
SOUTH AFRICA
NORTH AMERICA
CANADA
USA
SOUTH AMERICA
BRAZIL
EQUADOR
PERU
CENTRAL AMERICA
HONDURAS
MARTIAL ARTS GAP YEARS
A great way to develop your martial arts skills,
fitness and knowledge on your gap year. We
have developed some seriously cool martial
arts training programmes with some of the
worlds top masters in the founding countries of
the styles. Suitable to all skill levels, our in-
credible martial arts training packages will en-
able your to come home back fitter, stronger
having had an amazing time abroad.
Kung Fu in China
Muay Thai Thailand
Mixed Martial Arts, Thailand
Capoeira in Brazil
Brasilian Jiu-Jitsu, Brazil
Arnis, Kali, Escrima, Philip-
pines
Boxing in Brazil
DIVING GAP YEARS
Diving is an area of considerable expertise at
Xtreme Gap. We are a gap year diving com-
pany run by professional divers with over 400
dives. In fact we love gap year diving courses
so much that we have sourced some of the
most exciting dive locations and diving pro-
grammes in the world and here we present
them to you.
Learn to Dive: Dive Courses
Thailand
Divemaster Qualifications in
Australia, Thailand, Honduras
and the Philippines
Technical Dive Training
(Wreck Hunter)
Freediving Courses
Scuba Instructor Course
Underwater Videography
SPECIAL INTEREST GAP YEARS
Xtreme Gap year programmes are open to all age groups and nationalities, but
not every one is suitable. You need the X factor, a love of adrenaline travel and
serious excitement. Whatever trip you are after we can help you, but to get you
started here are a couple of trips for inspiration:
THEN OF COURSE WE ARE EXPERTS IN:
EXTREME SPORTS & ADVENTURE TRAVEL
SHARK CONSERVATION
We love sharks, they always bring a spine
tingling sensation when you encounter
them under water, but they get a bad
reputation. Help conserve them and learn
about them with our comprehensive shark
diving programmes
Great White Shark Conservation
Project
Tiger Shark Diving in South Africa
Learn to dive with Sharks & shark
specialty courses in South Africa
Thresher Shark specialty in the
Philippines
Great White Shark Cage Diving
WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
Done the Xtreme way, up close and per-
sonal with big predators that need your
help.
Field Guide Course South Africa
Namibia Big Cat Conservation
LEARN TO EARN WITH OUR
GAP YEAR QUALIFICATIONS
Our range of working holiday visa pack-
ages in Australia, paid internships and pro-
grammes gaining you qualifications to
work or change your career, set abroad in
an exciting environments can genuinely
change your life.
some of our most popular programmes in-
clude the following:
Surf Instructor Course Australia,
Beach Lifeguard Programme Australia,
Divemaster programmes,
Scuba Instructor,
Videographer paid internship,
Field Guide Programme
XTREME GAP TRAVEL STYLES FOR ALL
FUN
EXCITING
GREAT VALUE
WHAT WE ARE ABOUT...
At Xtreme Gap we believe in the following fundamental beliefs: Gap years
should be fun, they should develop you personally and they should be good
value. An Xtreme Gap will challenge your comfort zone and enable you to truly
achieve your personal best.
Australia provides you with some of the most exciting attractions on the planet! Some high-
lights are the Great Barrier Reef, Uluru (Ayers Rock), the Sydney Opera House, rainforests,
the outback, unique wildlife, mountains and adventure sports. Australia is a perfect destina-
tion for any adrenaline travel junkie.
SEE IT ALL!
One suggested road trip is to fly into Perth, head north to Darwin, down to Alice Springs and
then on to Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney (but don't spend any time in Sydney yet), Brisbane,
Cairns and finally return to Sydney and go wild! This can be done by backpacker bus or hiring
a car (such as spaceships available through www.xtreme-gap.com), and gives all the flexibil-
ity you need.
The West coast has the dolphins at Monkey Mia and the Ningaloo Reef. The Northern Territory
is the most beautiful part of Australia, so camp in Crocodile Dundee country and see the Abo-
riginal rock art in Kakadu National Park. From Alice Springs visit Uluru and Kings Canyon.
Coober Pedy is a superb, remote opal mining town and a visit to the Neighbours set in Mel-
bourne is a must.
A trip to the rainforest, camping with the dingoes on Fraser Island, sailing the Whitsunday Is-
lands and bungee jumping, rafting and diving the Barrier Reef will make the East coast unfor-
gettable.
AUSTRALIA
ARRIVING
Most fly into Sydney which is a really cool city, but finding your feet can be tricky, it is really
daunting to turn up in a foreign city without knowing where you are going. So to make your
life (and arrival) easier we have several arrival packages in Sydney, Perth, Melbourne and
Cairns. Typically these include a 2 to 4 night package at a cool backpackers in the heart of
Sydney and some free optional tours, airport transfer, breakfast, accommodation, a Harbour
cruise, and 1 year youth hostel membership – very useful when back packing.
WORK & TRAVEL PACKAGES
Many people take an Australia gap year to undertake work and travel with a working holiday
visa. If you want to take the stress out of arranging a working holiday visa we can assist you
with it, just ask us about our work travel packages. Setting this up before you go away can
save you a lot in tax (emergency tax is set a 48%) cover your for medicare assistance and
make your integration that much smoother.
14 DAY EAST COAST: CAIRNS TO SYDNEY ROAD TRIP, AUSTRALIA
JUMP DOWN UNDER SKYDIVING AUSTRALIA
2 DAY RED CENTRE CAMPING ADVENTURE
JOURNEY THROUGH THE OUTBACK
4WD OUTBACK BUSH CAMPING ADVENTURE
CROSS AUSTRALIA NORTH TO SOUTH: ADELAIDE TO DARWIN SAFARI
DARWIN TO MELBOURNE OUTBACK ADVENTURE
DARWIN TO SYDNEY: OUTBACK & GREAT OCEAN RD
DARWIN TO PERTH OVERLAND ADVENTURE: NORTH TO WEST, AUSTRALIA
4WD DARWIN TO BROOME ACTIVE ADVENTURE, AUSTRALIA
LOOK ONLINE FOR All OUR OZ PROGRAMMES WWW.XTREME-GAP.COM DESTINATIONS AUSTRALIA
MOST POPULAR PROGRAMMES
SURF CAMP & SURFARI
AUSTRALIA DIVEMASTER PROGRAMME
SYDNEY TO DARWIN: OUTBACK & GREAT OCEAN RD
12 DAY: BRISBANE, BYRON BAY, OR GOLD COAST TO CAIRNS
14 DAY EAST COAST: SYDNEY TO CAIRNS ROAD TRIP
BEACH LIFEGUARD PROGRAM
SURF INSTRUCTOR COURSE
SURFS UP! LEARN TO SURF
GETTING AROUND
Australia is a huge country, (actually it is also a continent!) so
getting around does need planning. We have lots of Exciting Adventure Tour
options in Australia or if you like to go solo we can get you great deals on Oz
Experience Passes. Believe it or not is is CHEAPER to buy your Oz
experience passes through us than directly through their own web-
site! We also Guarantee to be cheaper than any other agent AND
we provide extras thrown in with your passes including great dis-
counts of Australia tours and attractions.
THAILAND Thailand has everything you could want: Stunning natural beauty, impressive ar-
chitecture, intricately woven culture and amazing cuisine. South East Asia’s most
accessible country never fails to impress and leave a lasting impression. Disco-
vering the neon delights of Bangkok, you become a master at dodging crazy traf-
fic, exploring the jungles in search of gibbons, yet still only hours away from
some of the worlds best beaches.
Thailand has much in store for the Xtreme Gapper, from adventure travel options
to extreme sports, here our is what’s on offer it the land of the smiles…
THE XTREME THAILAND EXPERIENCE
The best of Thailand on a 25 day adventure tour.
Stroke tigers, work with elephants, relax on amazing
beaches, dance till you drop at the full moon party,
learn to dive or try your hand at Muay Thai, Yoga,
freediving or rock climbing.
MUAY THAI KICKBOXING CAMP
The Ultimate Muay Thai fitness in paradise… Learn
Muay Thai at our Muay Thai training camp on a para-
dise isle in Thailand. We have developed a program
that will train your Muay Thai skills and turn you into
a tanned, fit and sexy Muay Thai bad ass. But do you
have the guts to step in the ring?
ULTIMATE FIGERTER MMA TRAINING CAMP
MMA Training in Thailand. The ultimate combination
of mixed martial arts. Boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian
Jujitsu submission wrestling. After this experience
you will become the ultimate fighter!
FITNESS BOOT CAMP
If you are going to be spending time on the beach,
you might as well look GOOD! We will whip you into
shape in one or two weeks! 6 hours training a day
and an extra 1.5 hours a day personal training, food
plans, yoga sessions and rock hard abs. Feel the
burn..
SPIRTUAL YOGA RETREAT
Set amidst the cool shade of palm trees on a paradise
island, you can improve your strength and wellbeing
on our Yoga course. The Xtreme spiritual Gap Year. 6
days a week Yoga, massages, Thai food, white sandy
beaches...
BEGINNER ROCK CLIMBING COURSE
Tackle the granite boulders and cliffs in Koh Tao and
learn how to rock climb under the watchful eye of
professionals. Our 4 day beginners rock climbing
course, set on a paradise isle, will launch you in to an
additive extreme sport for life.
GOOD TIME PACKAGE
Take a 2 week holiday on a beautiful tropical island,
and completely RUIN all ideas of relaxation! This is
an active adventure holiday combining cliff jumping,
abseiling, jungle trekking, booze cruising round the
island by speed boat and mixing up some Xtreme ac-
tivities resulting in a holiday you will never forget!
Good Times, good friends and great fun.
WANNA LIVE HERE FOR A WHILE.
HMM??
KOH TAO…
Xtreme Gap‘s main base of operations is in Koh Tao in Thailand. Not only is this an in-
credibly beautiful tropical island, it also means you get to meet other Xtreme Gappers as
well as travellers. We pull out all the stops to look after you during your stay, not only
will you have 24 hour support from our exclusive Island based Rep, the moment you
step of the boat. She will be waiting for you! We will also take you on your first night
and give you a proper orientation over a gorgeous Thai meal. Once a month you can
also come out with the other Xtreme Gappers for dinner on us, to catch up, meet the
new recruits and share Xtreme stories over a bucket or two.
THE ACCOMMODATION
Enjoy your down time, so we have sourced one of the most comfortable secure
resorts on the Island, complete with swimming pool, bar and just a few min-
utes walk from the beach and your chosen activities.
Did you know Xtreme Gap can customize your Thailand pro-
grammes to your timescales and preferences?
How about combining Muay Thai and Yoga over 2 weeks. It
is possible!
We have locally based Reps in Thailand, who are on hand to
make your life easier, show you around and introduce you
to Island lifestyle. Most gap year companies don’t.
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THAILAND SCUBA DIVING COURSES
Koh Tao diving is hard to beat and is a great place to spend time learning to scuba
dive on your gap year. Whether you just want to discover Scuba diving or spend sev-
eral extra weeks completing further Scuba dive qualifications up to Rescue diver level.
Xtreme Gap can customise your diving experience to your desired level. Perhaps you
just feel like spending your extra time on Koh Tao with free diving. With the ultimate
Koh Tao dive package we have something for everyone.
PADI Open Water Scuba Diving Course, Thailand
The world standard beginner diving course enabling you to dive to 18 mtr
PADI Advanced Open Water SCUBA Diving Course, Thailand
Taking you down deeper to 30 metres, this is where it is at.
PADI Rescue Diver Course, Thailand
Rescue distressed divers and improve your diving skills.
PADI Divemaster course, Thailand
Go Pro. After completing your DM you are a professional able to
work any where in the world in the diving industry. We have one of
the best value Divemaster packages available.
PADI SCUBA Diving Instructor Course, Thailand
Teach and earn more in diving as a Scuba diving instructor
Nitrox Course, DSAT TEC. Deep diver
Now you are getting serious. Wreck diving, and diving on gas
mixes.
Underwater Video Course, Thailand
Paid internship, learn to film divers and marine life underwater
WE DIVE IN OTHER COUNTRIES TOO:
We have diving programmes in Thailand, Honduras, South Africa, Aus-
tralia and the Philippines.
For more info check out our video.
Becoming a professional diver is a lifestyle choice. Maybe you are looking to spend some time travelling the world
before or after college/university and want to supplement your income somehow? Maybe you have had enough of
working in an office and staring at a computer screen all day and are looking for a better work/life balance? Either
way, a career in diving has a lot to offer.
THE PROGRAMME
Want to come face to face with a 2 metre shark before breakfast? The Divemaster program will give you ample
opportunity! This 12 week course provides you with unlimited diving, exploring the tropical waters of the Gulf of
Thailand. If you are really fortunate you will dive with the worlds largest fish the graceful Whale Shark. We will
take you from Zero to Hero (open water, through Advanced and Rescue Diver level before starting your DM). Once
qualified you will be able to gain paid work as a Dive Master at any accredited PADI dive resort in the world. It is
not just about the diving, you will develop leadership skills necessary when leading divers in the underwater world.
You will become trained in reacting to and dealing with emergencies. Helping distressed divers and learning about
the physics of diving all that while you have the time of your life living in paradise…
DID YOU KNOW... that Koh Tao certifies more divers than the rest of Asia put together?
(including Australia!) Did you also know we are one of (if not THE) best value companies to do your DM
through and also the Xtreme Gap Team are Divemaster themselves?
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EXTREME SPORTS: DIVEMASTER THAILAND
LOCATION: KOH TAO IN THE GULF OF THAILAND
COURSE DURATION: 12 WEEKS. OR ADJUSTED TO YOUR EXPERIENCE AND TIME SCALE
EXTREME SPORTS: DIVE INSTRUCTOR THAILAND
LOCATION: GULF OF THAILAND KOH TAO
COURSE DURATION: 4 WEEKS (incl. 10 day IDC, 2,5 weeks free study time on tropical island)
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: DIVEMASTER. First dive qualifications 6 months prior
We HATE instructors. For good reason: dive instructors are always smiling. They get paid to live on tropical island
―working‖. Unfair to call it work really. They spend their days in the sun or underwater, training divers and sharing
the magical underwater environments they call the office. Their colleagues are Whale sharks, Mantas and tropical
fish. Their clients wear bikinis and beach shorts and wetsuits and tip them for doing such a wonderful job. The
PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor qualification enables these horrible people to work anywhere in the world with
a diving centre—usually in idyllic resorts. They are able to constantly travel and see the world with out the specter
of having to return to work or use a credit card to fund their trips. You too could be one of these horrible people,
with the Xtreme Gap instructor course, we may end up hating you too.
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TECHNICAL DIVING
This is serious diving at depth beyond recreational limits. So…do you think you‘re up
to the challenge? Xtreme Gap have partnered with one of Thailand‘s leading Techni-
cal Diving organizations to instruct you how to execute technical dives safely.
THE PROGRAMME
Technical SCUBA diving is diving other than conventional commercial or research diving that takes divers beyond
recreational diving limits.
The Wreck Hunter Program will first take you through a full PADI Divemaster Internship. During your DM
Internship you will also be trained up as a PADI Specialty Divers in both Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diving and Deep
Diving. Once certified as a PADI Divemaster and having accumulated the required number of dives, you will
then be eligible to begin your DSAT Tec Deep Diver training. The DSAT Tec Deep Diver course lasts 10 days,
culminating in a 3 day technical dive expedition aboard the shipwreck research vessel the M.V. Trident.
EXTREME SPORTS: TECHNICAL DIVER, NITROX, WRECKHUNTER IN THAILAND
LOCATION: KOH TAO, GULF OF THAILAND
COURSE DURATION: 12 WEEKS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
MV TRIDENT: TECH DIVE VESSEL
M.V. Trident was built for the German Navy and used as a Coastguard cutter in the Baltic
Sea. She was sold to Thailand and used by Thai Customs before being sold and converted for
diving use. She is a stable comfortable vessel with lots of room to relax in between wreck
hunting dives.
WHY IS THIS THE COOLEST JOB IN THE WORLD?
I get to ride a big dirt bike to work everyday
I spend the majority of my day barefoot
My office is on the beach, or underwater
Bars sell alcohol by the buckets
My job REQUIRES me to be surrounded by
beautiful women in bikinis
Its sunny almost all year round
I get to play with sharks any time I want
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THE PROGRAMME
You will need to be a pretty advanced diver (50 dives minimum) before you can learn to work in this field. If you
have no prior diving experience do not worry! Enrol in he Xtreme Gap Ultimate Koh Dive Experience Program. We
have negotiated a deal with one of Asia‘s top dive operators to train you to a sufficient level, before handing you
over to a top Videography academy. All of this can be found on the additions page.
At the top Videography academy you will train and do an internship over a period of 6 weeks, where you will
learn all there is to know about the basics of Videography, diving and working in the field. They will even train
your commercial skills. You will also have the opportunity to film open water certifications, whale sharks, grey reef
sharks and a plethora of marine life. Sell your movies for extra travel money! Imagine staying on a tropical island
diving everyday, meeting new people doing the worlds coolest job.
For more info check out our video.
EXTREME SPORTS: UNDERWATER VIDEOGRAPHER THAILAND
LOCATION: KOH TAO
COURSE DURATION: 6 WEEKS FOR FULL COURSE
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: RESCUE DIVER WITH A MINIMUM OF 50 DIVES
UNDER WATER VIDEOGRAPHY
If you love the sea and are fascinated by the beautiful sights it offers, learn how to capture it correctly and con-
sider a career in Marine Videography. You will need to be a pretty advanced diver (50 dives minimum) before you
can learn to work in this field. Fortunately Xtreme Gap has negotiated a deal with one of Asia‘s top dive operators
to train you to a sufficient level, before handing you over to a top Videography academy. The location is the
perfect place for you to stay and enjoy your Video Training Internship. With white sand beaches, a comfortable
mix of Thai and Western culture and a laid-back atmosphere, Koh Tao has everything for the underwater adven-
turer!
EARN MONEY WITH THIS PROGRAM
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THE ULTIMATE SPIRITUAL YOGA RETREAT
Now we know that many of you out there are wondering what is so extreme about yoga? You will be amazed, yoga
and meditation are activities that test both your physical and mental ability.
Many people think that yoga is just stretching. But while stretching is certainly involved, yoga is really about creat-
ing balance in the body and mind through developing both strength and flexibility. With Xtreme Gap‘s yoga course
you will be taken on a spiritual journey of self discovery, harmony and development. This will be the ultimate ex-
perience in personal transformation.
THE PROGRAMME
Set on the beautiful Island of Koh Tao, our course partner is a leading light in the Hatha Yoga world. Kester Lun-
ney has had the opportunity to study and train in many traditions of yoga, meditation and philosophy. The Classes
are an uplifting and interesting melting pot of styles and teaching methods inspired by his travels and studies with
some of the greatest yoga masters. You will be getting a direct linage of training from the worlds best.
In keeping with the tradition of viniyoga, attention is given to each individual's needs where the body/breath rela-
tionship is emphasised.
After completing the course you will feel energised and healthy with a deeper appreciation of your physical, mental
and spiritual well being.
What better place to embark upon this journey than on a beautiful tropical island, surrounded by palm trees and
the sea. The sense of peace, ease and well being received from your yoga and meditation exercises will be rein-
forced by the beauty and ambience of the place.
You can also book yoga as an ad on to other Koh Tao programmes: for example the Muay Thai training or the
Freediving programme. For more info check out our video.
XTREME SPORTS: YOGA IN THAILAND
LOCATION: UNDER THE PALM TREES OF TROPICAL ISLAND KOH TAO IN THE GULF OF THAILAND
COURSE DURATION: FLEXIBLE
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
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MASTER OF FREEDIVING
Did you know that a freediving world record for holding one‘s breath is more then
9 minutes? Do you know that people have been in depths of more then 200 meters
and back on a one single breath of air? So, what is freediving like? Ever tried ask-
ing someone how it is like when you are jumping with a parachute? Or flying an
airplane? It can not be described, it is one of the things you need to experience.
Xtreme Gap have partnered with the regions leading Free Diving School an inde-
pendent free dive organization established in 2004 by internationally recognized
free dive instructors. The team has vast experience in training and worldwide com-
petitions. Their qualifications include dives deeper than 80 meters and static breath
-holds of over 7½ minutes. In 6 weeks you will learn about free diving, about the
sensation, beauty, personal experience and challenge. It is so much more than just
depth and minutes. You will visit another dimension where you can move around
freely and become one with the sea.
THE PROGRAMME
Apnea, free diving or breath-hold diving is a beautiful sport for people who love the feeling of being under water
without the aid of artificial breathing equipment. Free diving forms the basis of many different water sports rang-
ing from spear fishing to underwater photography or the extreme sport competitive apnea.
PROGRAM ITINERARY SUMMARY
All our courses include theory sessions, water sessions, equipment, course materials,
boat trips and course certification. Plus our team can provide underwater film footage
and photography of your course upon request.
Free diver course (max. 20 meters) …is an introduction to apnea. The objective of this
course is to reach controlled free diving to a depth of 20 meters by applying relaxation
and basic breathing techniques.
Advanced free diver course (max 40 meters) ….is an intense course. Aims of this course
include deeper dives to depths between 30 - 40 meters, and an introduction to static
apnea with breath-holds of a 3-minute minimum.
Master free diver course …is an internship training program where you will maximize
your potential. You will practice all major free dive disciplines of free immersion, dynam-
ics, static, constant weight with fins, unassisted, no limits and variable weight. Plus mas-
ters will assist instructors for all course levels.
For more info check out our video.
XTREME SPORTS: MASTER OF FREEDIVING IN THAILAND
LOCATION: THE WATERS OF THE GULF OF THAILAND
COURSE DURATION: FLEXIBEL. MASTER IN 6 WEEKS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
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XTREME SPORTS: ROCK CLIMBING IN THAILAND
LOCATION: LIME STONES OF KOH TAO
COURSE DURATION: FROM ON 2 DAYS. FULL COURSE 1 WEEK.
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
ROCK CLIMBING
The beginner rock climbing course in Thailand is open to all ages and all levels, no prior rock climbing
experience is needed although you will need a good level of fitness.
Our 7 day rock climbing course, set on a beautiful tropical island (Koh Tao) and will teach you the ba-
sics of rock climbing, giving you all the inspiration you could need to develop a life log climbing pas-
sion. The setting is spectacular too, as you climb through the lush jungle and look out to sea from the
pinnacles rising majestically out of the trees. The 7 day climbing course is inclusive of accommodation
at our beautiful resort on Koh Tao Thailand.
THE PROGRAMME
Rock I course – Beginner top-rope climbing Two part course starting with an in-shop ground school
session followed by an afternoon on the rocks. This course covers the basic skills needed for technical
rock climbing, including safety considerations, climbing techniques, use of equipment, basic knots, be-
laying, and abseiling/rappelling.
Bouldering session Bouldering is a great way to practice and improve your climbing skills. Boulders
range from around 3-5m high, but the climber ascends no higher than he can safely fall from. Work
with one of our experienced instructors on your climbing technique in one of Koh Tao’s legendary boul-
der fields.
Island View Abseil Perched high on one of the tallest peaks on Koh Tao, you will discover the art of ab-
seiling/ rappelling. After your initial training you should be comfortable with the equipment and ready
to abseil down a 25m vertical cliff. After gaining confidence, we will then move up to our 30m over-
hanging abseil, where you will be suspended high above the canopy with panoramic views over half
the island.
Rock II course – Advanced anchor building Two part course starting with a detailed ground school con-
centrating on the principals of top-rope anchor systems. The session will concentrate on equalization
of rock climbing protection, route selection, anchor site selection and assessing and backing of fixed
anchors. The outdoor portion of the course will be spent atop the cliffs building basic anchor systems
and then climbing on the work we have done. The next day we will then take all your new skills and
head up to the rocks to concentrate on working on advanced climbing techniques.
BodyMind – Yoga, Climbing and Massage To finish your week, we will concentrate on preparing your
body and mind for a session on the rocks. The day starts with a personal Yin2Yang Yoga session on our
deck, which focuses the mind and prepares the body with specific stretches for climbing. We will then
head out to the rocks and do what climbers like to do best… climb! The day is topped off with a Thai
massage conducted by an experience massage therapist giving your body a well dissevered pamper-
ing.
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EXPERIENCE THAILAND THE XTREME GAP WAY
A great way to start your trip around Asia. Get to know other travellers, get to know the culture and enjoy some
of Thailand's nicest attractions.
See a live Muay Thai fight in Bangkok stadium, shop till you drop on Khao San road, live with the Mahouts and
care for your own elephant, stroke tigers in temples, see some history at river Kwai, dance till the sun comes up at
the full moon party and then choose an extreme sports adventure on a beautiful tropical paradise island. This
tour encompasses some of the best aspects of Thailand done the Xtreme Gap way!
HIGHLIGHTS
Exploring the grand temple and sites and sounds of Bangkok; Seeing a real live Muay Thai match in the Bangkok
stadium; Tree top canopy zip line adventure and Gibbon Safari; Stroking tigers at the tiger temple; Live and work
with mahouts and their elephants; Trekking and nighttime safaris; Full Moon Party on Koh Phanang; Staying on 2
stunning tropical islands; Learn to dive, Freedive, yoga, Muay Thai or rock climb!
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: XTREME THAILAND EXPERIENCE
LOCATION: THAILAND
COURSE DURATION: 25 DAYS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE, Min group: 4 people. Set departure dates.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Travel Advice prior to departure; Entrance fees as per the itinerary; English speaking guide and staff; Guidance of
park rangers in the National parks; Meals (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), water, coffee and tea free available
during meals; All activities; All transfers as far as Koh Tao; All Accommodation; Xtreme Gap sports option.
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BEING A DIVEMASTER, WHAT IS IT LIKE?
Your adventure into the professional levels of recreational diving begins with the PADI Divemaster
program. Working closely with a PADI Instructor, in this program you expand your dive knowledge
and hone your skills to the professional level. PADI Divemaster training develops your leadership
abilities, qualifying you to supervise dive activities and assist instructors with student divers.
During the Thresher Shark PADI Divemaster course, you follow, next to the normal Divemaster skills,
2 extra shark modules. You learn dive leadership skills through both classroom and independent
study. You complete water skills and stamina exercises, as well as training exercises that stretch
your ability to organize and solve problems. You put this knowledge into action through an internship
or series of practical training exercises.
THE PROGRAMME
The Thresher Shark Divemaster program will take you from Open water through to Divemaster, train-
ing in one of South east Asia’s most spectacular diving environments and learning about the Thresher
shark.
We will take you from Zero to Hero (open water, through Advanced and Rescue Diver level before
starting your Thresher Shark Divemaster).
All the while you will be living on a tropical paradise island
with a chilled atmosphere and indescribable natural
beauty above and below the water. Just imagine living in a
tropical paradise with fun filled days and exciting nights.
Experience the freedom and happiness and change your
life.
PADI Specialist Thresher Shark PADI Course – Unique
qualification only open to people studying at Xtreme Gap’s
training partner in the Philippines.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE
Shark Fundamentals module: Shark classification and evolution; Biology; Senses; Movement; Social
behaviour; Reproduction; Human interactions; Conservation.
Thresher sharks Module: Thresher shark biology, behaviour; Monad Shoal; Why the threshers are here;
How to interact with thresher sharks; How to find and observe thresher sharks; In-field observation
methods such as how to determine gender, categorizing movement patterns etc.
THRESHER SHARK DIVING PHILLIPINEES
DIVEMASTER PLUS INTERNSHIP IN THE PHILIPPINES or MASTER SCUBA DIVER. LEARN ALL ABOUT SHARKS ON 50
DIVES!
LOCATION: PHILIPPINES
COURSE DURATION: 12 WEEKS. OR ADJUSTED TO YOUR EXPERIENCE AND TIME SCALE
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EXTREME SPORTS: FMA LEARN ESCRIMA/ARNIS/KALI STICK FIGHTING
LOCATION: PHILIPPINES
COURSE DURATION: FLEXIBLE
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: GOOD FITNESS
LEARN THE FILIPINO MARTIAL ART MODERN ARNIS IN THE PHILIPPINES.
Arnis is a deadly system of Filipino martial arts (FMA) also known as Escrima and Kali. As a self-defence system it
is easy to learn and incredibly effective. During the training you will be leaning to use weapons and also un armed
combat techniques. The primary weapon is the rattan stick, called a cane or baston (baton). Both single and dou-
ble stick techniques are taught; unarmed defence against the stick and against bladed weapons. This is an incredi-
ble art centred around ―the flow‖ a learned skill of smoothly countering and attacking.
With the FMA Xtreme gap program, you get the unique opportunity to learn and train with Filipino grand masters
in a beautiful, tropical Asian setting.
FMA TRAINING
The teaching of the basic skills in FMA are traditionally simplified. With limited time to teach flashy and intricate
techniques, only skills that were proven effective in battle and could easily be taught en masse were used. This
allowed villagers, generally not professional soldiers, a measure of protection against other villages, as well as for-
eign invaders. This philosophy of simplicity is still used today and is the underlying base of the FMA. Because of
this approach, the FMA are often mistakenly considered to be "simple" fighting arts. However, this refers only to
its systematization, not effectiveness. To the contrary, beyond the basic skills lies a very complex structure and a
refined skill set that takes years to master.
WHAT WILL I LEARN
Training covers empty-hand self-defence (striking, locking, throwing, etc.) as well as the trademark single and
double stick techniques of the Filipino martial arts. Other aspects of the art include espada y daga (sword and dag-
ger fighting), sinawali (double stick weaving patterns), and tapi-tapi (locking drills with the stick). In addition to
partner drills, Modern Arnis includes the use of anyo (kata), solo forms both with and without the stick. Emphasis
is placed on fitting the art in with a student's previous training ("the art within your art"), smoothly reacting to
changing situations in the fight ("the flow"), and countering the opponent's attempt to counter strikes directed at
him ("tapi-tapi )
Arnis teaches the interrelationship between empty hand skills and weapons. Therefore the FMA should be consid-
ered a complete martial arts system that develops many different types of skills for combat.
ENVIRONMENT
The training takes place mainly out-
doors, in selected locations providing
exciting tropical settings. On the
beach, in tropical parks and also in a
dedicated FMA training school. The
programme is designed not only to
teach you FMA, but also integrate you
in to the local environment. Classes
are conducted with English speaking
teachers. You will be graded at the
end of the course.
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MIXED MARTIAL ARTS THAILAND
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS THAILAND
LOCATION: PHUKET IN THAILAND COURSE DURATION: FLEXIBLE PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NO EXPERENCE IN
MMA NEEDED. GOOD FITNESS REQUIRED
Learn the Ultimate Fighting Style. Mixed Martial Arts! Our Mixed Martial Arts
Training Camp Thailand .
The MMA programme is a mixture of different styles, as the name suggests: Mixed Martial Arts. A full on
training camp set in beautiful surroundings, good accommodation and specialist food programs designed
to compliment your training routine will get you in shape in no time!
ULTIMATE FIGHTER!
The Training camp is one of the worlds top MMA training centres, attracting world class top level UFC
fighters to train and improve their MMA techniques.
Your time spent here will be well invested, improv-
ing fitness and technique in a friendly positive learn-
ing atmosphere. Whether a practicing expert in
MMA or new to the sport: World class instructors will
teach you how to develop a great self defence tech-
nique and ultimate fighting style.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS THAILAND
XTREME GAP
EXTREME SPORTS: FITNESS BOOTCAMP IN THAILAND
LOCATION: PHUKET, TROPICAL ISLAND IN THAILAND
COURSE DURATION: 2 WEEKS (OR MORE)
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
ULTIMATE FITNESS CAMP
Planning your holiday? Beaches involved? Why not take an intensive 2 week fitness holiday. Get incredibly
fit and a sexy tanned body at the same time on Phukets nearby beaches. Personal training every day, yoga,
nutrition set to the sounds of the Thai jungle. Hidden under the palm trees on a tropical island in Thailand
you find our Gym. Sounds very nice… But you will have to work hard! Very hard. Our 2 week intensive fit-
ness program in Thailand consists of all day training, in group and one to one sessions, yoga and food nutri-
tion program. accommodation at the camp included.
FITNESS BOOTCAMP THAILAND
XTREME GAP
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MUAY THAI BOXING THAILAND
MUAY THAI BOXING IN THAILAND
LOCATION: TROPICAL ISLAND KOH TAO IN THE GULF OF THAILAND COURSE DURATION: FLEXIBLE
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE. REASONABLE FITNESS
Get a true sense of this ancient martial arts’ roots: training with the Thai and
being trained by ex champions in on a spectacular tropical island setting.
Spend time developing your Muay Thai techniques, when ready you can take part in a contest with
hundred of spectators supporting or betting against you. Perfect to combination of fitness and awe-
some beach lifestyle. Live the life!
THE TRAINING
We have developed a program open to all levels. The training is 6 days per week (2 hours) and are 1
on 1 in our specialist jungle Muay Thai training camp. For those with real guts, we dare you to step in
the ring and compete in a live Muay Thai fight with hundreds of people supporting you!
Every day in the early morning hours, when it is not too hot, we start off our Thai boxing training at
the Boxing Stadium. If the morning hours don't suit your holiday plans, no problem, we also hold daily
training sessions in the evening when it cools down again. You can learn Muay Thai, either for self de-
fence, to get fit or just out of curiosity and you need no experience. The training consists of skipping
rope and shadow boxing which is a good way of stretching and warming up. Running up and down for
short distances will help to improve your foot work and you will learn many new techniques. The
warming up is followed by bag work. Starting with a 3-5 minute round of punching, kicking, kneeing
and elbowing a kick bag to increase your stamina and the power of all your physical weapons. Inter-
active pad training follows, one to one with the muay Thai trainer.
For more info check out our
video.
WANT TO DO MORE??
Talk to us about combining
courses, Muay Thai and
yoga, and perhaps a diving
course?
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LEARN KUNG FU! The Xtreme Gap Martial Arts programmes give you the opportunity to learn Kung
Fu and a variety of other styles from some of the best masters in China.
The Martial Arts school in China is adjusted to high Western standards, Western
run and communication (in English) will be no problem.
Chinese Martial Arts taught at the academy included Shaolin, Wushu, Sanda,
Taiji, Xingyi, Bagua, White Crane (white crane is a local Fujian style and quite
rare) and Baji. You can state a preference of which form of Kung Fu you would
like to learn.
CLASSES
Every group has it’s own master. The groups will have max. of 10 students. This
means that you will be watched! No slacking off! Concentration and a 100 per-
cent effort is expected! Another thing: The lessons are in Mandarin which is cool,
you really get in the culture. It will not stand in your way to learn…we will make
sure there is someone present to ensure you understand all the moves.
MARTIAL ARTS IN CHINA: KUNG FU, CHINESE BOXING OR WEAPONS TRAINING
LOCATION: CHINA, COURSE DURATION: 2-12 WEEKS OR LONGER IF REQUIRED
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE BUT GOOD FITNESS
WANT TO BE A REAL BAD ASS? WHY NOT
COMBINE THIS EXPERIENCE WITH MUAY
THAI TRAINING AND MMA TRAINING IN
THAILAND?
SHOW THE WORLD THAT CHUCK NORRIS
IS A PUSSY.
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Train 5 days a week in small groups at this dedicated Western run School in China. All
the students are Western but all the Masters are Chinese.
Learn real Gong Fu (not watered down stuff) from some of the best masters in China
Good training facilities. (Modern & Traditional)
Xtreme Gap will make sure there is someone to pick you up at the airport, so you will
not feel lost arriving in a country where it seems not a lot of people speak your lan-
guage.
You will receive a introduction. During which you will learn about the campus, the
area and the training..
You have 24hr in country support from another westerner who knows China like the
back of his hand
The school and accommodation are in beautiful and safe environment
Good Food, 3 meals a day are included. Mostly local cuisine, but every now and than
we spoil you with a Western dish.
MARTIAL ARTS IN CHINA: KUNG FU, CHINESE BOXING OR WEAPONS TRAINING
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BRAZIL!
LIVING IN RIO DE JANEIRO
Planted between lush, forest-covered mountains and breathtaking beaches , Rio de Janeiro
is most spectacular cities in the world. Verdant mountains and white-sand beaches fronting
deep blue sea offer a range of adventure: surfing great breaks off Prainha, hiking through
Tijuca’s rain forests, sailing across the Baía de Guanabara (Guanabara Bay) or rock climbing
up the face of Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain). The world famous beaches of Ipanema
and Copacabana are loaded with ridiculously good looking babes in micro bikinis’ and guys
with outrageous six packs: Cariocas (Rio dwellers) like to look good, and them manage to do
this we extremely well. While large-scale festivities like Carnaval make Rio famous, there
are countless occasions for revelry – Saturday at Ipanema Beach, a festa (party) in Lapa,
soccer at Maracanã, or an impromptu roda de samba (samba circle) on the sidewalks of Le-
blon, Copacabana or any other corner of the city. Music is the meeting ground for some of
Brazil’s most creative artists and nets an audience as diverse as the city. This is another of
Rio’s disarming traits: its rich melting pot of cultures. Cariocas they may call themselves, but
the city’s enticing variety of cuisines speaks volumes about its history of immigration.
BRAZIL PROGRAMMES
BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU ACADEMY
BJJ or Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a Brazilian martial
art that turns the attackers weight against
him. It is a grappling combat system and the
basis of most MMA fighters bag of tricks. De-
rived from the Japanese Jujitsu and made fa-
mous by the legendary Gracie family in Brazil,
this is your opportunity to train at the school
that trained with the Gracie family and contin-
ues to be one of the worlds top Brazilian Jiu-
Jitsu Academies run by 9x BJJ world champion
Ricardo Vieira.
On the Brazilian Jujitsu program not only will
you learn effective self defence techniques,
but you will also be able to spend time and
getting fit in one of the most colourful and
lively cities in the world.
CAPOEIRA AND AFRO CULTURE
Live in and learn Capoeira in one of the coolest cit-
ies in the world, near Ipanema beach! Capoeira a
combination of dance and martial arts is a highly
energetic experience! With this program not only
will you be able to study Capoeira in Brazil, but you
will also be immersed in Brazilian afro culture. Liv-
ing with a host family in a Favela in Rio or in an
Ipanema hostel (your choice) you can take part in
Brazilian afro culture workshops including Samba,
percussion and of course Capoeira.
RIO STARTER PACK
How about having your first 2 nights included,
airport pick up and a one day tour of Rio that
provides a great introduction to the Marvellous
city? This package is the most convenient and
comfortable way to arrive in Rio and sets you
up to explore and enjoy our city all on your
own for the rest of your stay! Take a look at
our available options below! We are sure to
have a package that suits all your travel needs
for every budget!
BOXING TRAINING IN RIO
Train you r boxing skills with an acclaimed
Brazilian boxing Coach at a top boxing acad-
emy. Get fit, improve your skills near one of
the worlds best beaches!
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BRAZIL!
LIVING IN RIO DE JANEIRO
Planted between lush, forest-covered mountains and breathtaking beaches , Rio de Janeiro
is most spectacular cities in the world. Verdant mountains and white-sand beaches fronting
deep blue sea offer a range of adventure: surfing great breaks off Prainha, hiking through
Tijuca’s rain forests, sailing across the Baía de Guanabara (Guanabara Bay) or rock climbing
up the face of Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain). The world famous beaches of Ipanema
and Copacabana are loaded with ridiculously good looking babes in micro bikinis’ and guys
with outrageous six packs: Cariocas (Rio dwellers) like to look good, and them manage to do
this we extremely well. While large-scale festivities like Carnaval make Rio famous, there
are countless occasions for revelry – Saturday at Ipanema Beach, a festa (party) in Lapa,
soccer at Maracanã, or an impromptu roda de samba (samba circle) on the sidewalks of Le-
blon, Copacabana or any other corner of the city. Music is the meeting ground for some of
Brazil’s most creative artists and nets an audience as diverse as the city. This is another of
Rio’s disarming traits: its rich melting pot of cultures. Cariocas they may call themselves, but
the city’s enticing variety of cuisines speaks volumes about its history of immigration.
BRAZIL PROGRAMMES
RIO SURF SCHOOL
Learn to surf and find out why
the cariocas love it! Living the
ultimate beach lifestyle .
ROCK CLIMBING COURSE
IN RIO DE JANEIRO
The Climbing in Rio is excel-
lent, scale the mighty lime
stone pinnacles surrounding
the city on our rock climbing
course.
KITE SURFING IN
BUZIOS
Spend 2 days in Rio, including
a Favelar tour and 2 nights
Accommodation, then a short
trip up the coast to the lively
town of Buzios for some seri-
ous Kite Surfing Action!
RIO STARTER PACK
How about having your first 2
nights included, airport pick
up and a one day tour of Rio
that provides a great intro-
duction to the Marvellous
city? This package is the most
convenient and comfortable
way to arrive in Rio and sets
you up to explore and enjoy
our city all on your own for
the rest of your stay! Take a
look at our available options
below! We are sure to have a
package that suits all your
travel needs for every budget!
RIO CARNIVAL TOUR
February is Carnival time in
Rio! Join our Xtreme Gap
group for one week as we
show you the best parts of
carnival on a exclusive Xtreme
Gap tour. 5 days of endless
partying, samba and half na-
ked women inclusive of ac-
commodation and airport pick
up.
Hangliding in Rio
No where else in the world
can you take to the air in the
mountains glide through sky-
scrapers and land on the
beach. A fantastic experience
not to be missed!
Accommodation:
Your home from home will be a
hostel 150 metres from Copaca-
bana beach! Right in the action,
near to the shops, beaches, and
subway yet low profile and ultra
secure.
The hostel is also a beautiful old
colonial building with great facili-
ties, ideal to meet other travel-
lers.
Local Xtreme Gap Rep.
Xtreme Gap have a multilingual
representative in Rio (speaking
Portuguese, English and German)
who will ensure you stay is
memorable and problem free.
See all Brazil Programmes
here
NEPAL^& TIBET
MOUNTAINEERING SCHOOL NEPAL
LOCATION: NEPAL, COURSE DURATION: 14 DAYS, PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
Ever wondered what it takes to become a mountaineer? Well now is your chance to find out on the Xtreme Gap
two week mountaineering school in Nepal! The course will included a summit attempt of Yala Peak (5500M.
Technically straightforward but very much a Himalayan summit with stunning views in all directions and sur-
rounded by high, snowy peaks and glaciers. This trip will allow participants to have a through grounding in ba-
sic mountaineering skills from our experienced and qualified leaders for those who are keen to take up moun-
taineering as a pursuit, or for those who are curious about mountains and mountaineering and simply wish to
give it a try, for the enjoyment of experience alone. Either way by the end of this trip participants will have
enough in the way of skills, as well as the confidence gained from the achievement, to go on to greater things in
the future-and what better place is there to learn about mountaineering and to be inspired to climb peaks than
the Nepal Himalaya!
MOUNT EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK LOCATION: NEPAL, COURSE DURATION: 16 DAYS, PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
The awe inspiring beauty of a Mount Everest base camp trek has seduced adventurers for a long time. While it
is relatively accessible to all levels and not technically difficult, it takes mental and physical dedication. Walking
into space in not as easy as you think, but the sense of achievement after completing the Everest base camp
trek will be immense. The Everest base camp trek is therefore a fitting Xtreme gap year adventure as it com-
bines the adventure trekking element with the worlds’ tallest and most extreme mountain range.
THE START OF MAYBE THE MOST CHALLENGING AND MEMORABLE TREK YOU WILL EVER
MAKE!
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WHITE WATER RAFTING THE SUN KOSI RIVER NEPAL
WHITEWATER RAFTING SUN KOSI RIVER
LOCATION: NEPAL, COURSE DURATION: 10 DAYS PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
One of the top ten best rivers in the world. Prepare to get very wet.
Sun Kosi River is an ideal destination for pursuing a classic white water rafting trip in Nepal, and is widely acclaimed as one
of the best white water rafting rivers in the world. Also popularly known as ―Golden River", Sun Kosi is the longest river cas-
cading 270 km through Mahabharat Lekh Mountains to the Himalaya. Journeying through this torrential river on an inflatable
rubber boat will be one of the best adventures (and wettest) you have ever had!
The 170-mile crown jewel section, is easily accessed from Kathmandu, and can be done in ten days. Paddlers will find white
sand beaches for camping, big water Class III-IV rapids reminiscent of the Grand Canyon, and plenty of monkeys to eagerly
listen—and contribute—to your whitewater tales around the campfire.
ROOF OF THE WORLD OVERLAND TOUR, TIBET
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: ROOF OF THE WORLD OVERLAND TOUR
LOCATION: NEPAL AND TIBET, COURSE DURATION: 11 DAYS,
True to its nickname, ―the Roof of the world‖, Tibet is the highest plateau in the world with an average altitude in excess of
3500 meters. Lying to the north of the great Himalayan range which separates it from its neighbours, India, Nepal and Bhu-
tan, Tibet is more or less an untamed land of nomads (drokpas), monasteries, yaks, sand dunes, and high altitude desert
that goes as far as the eyes can see.
On this Xtreme Tibet overland tour you have three days in Lhasa to acclimatize and to soak up the impressive Tibetan heri-
tage and to explore this historic city. Our guides will show you around the most significant and ancient Gompas
(monasteries) of Lhasa, Gyantse & Shigatse by your Tibetan guide, who will instruct you on the intricacies and mysticism of
Tibetan Buddhism. With its spectacular mountain scenery and rich Buddhist culture, Tibet would certainly be a unique mysti-
cal destination to visit. You drive down Friendship highway by a luxury Toyota land cruiser 4 WD passing through small Ti-
betan settlements where you get upfront views right from your vehicle of nomadic herdsmen wandering across the wide arid
plains amidst a backdrop of awe-inspiring mountain peaks.
A special highlight of this trip is the visit to the Everest base camp where you will be rewarded with panoramic and breath-
taking views of Mount Everest from the north side.
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OUR NORTH AMERICAN TRIPS ARE ALL ABOUT FUN, FREEDOM AND FLEXIBILITY
CANADIAN WILDERNESS EXPLORER. 14 DAYS.
Explore the pristine wilderness of British Columbia and Alberta.
Camp in the high Rockies, soak in hot springs, hike across an ice
glacier and canoe on a crystal clear mountain lake. The Canadian
wilderness explorer takes you into the heart of Canada's wilderness
ALASKA ADVENTURE EXPLORER. 14 DAYS.
This is a land of majestic mountain spires, crystal-clear lakes, glim-
mering ice-blue glaciers: a place with abundant wildlife, rushing riv-
ers and unspoilt beauty. The land of the midnight sun. This is a great
land ... this is Alaska.
ROCKY MOUNTAINS ADVENTURE. 21 DAYS.
This unique tour traverses three distinct regions of the West to cre-
ate an incredible combination of beautiful mountains, national parks,
cowboy country, Indian lands, desert lakes and cities. With a week
each in the Cascades/Northern Rockies area, the Colorado Rockies
and the Desert Southwest, this is truly the complete Western experi-
ence - Rocky Mountain style!
XTREME GRAND CANYON ADVENTURE. 10 DAYS. One of our most adventurous USA road trips. It offers a wide range of outdoor
activities in some of the most spectacular settings in the Southwest. Explore,
experience and discover the Real America in the incomparable canyon lands of
Arizona and Utah.
WESTERN CANADA NATIONAL PARKS TOUR.21
DAYS. Awe-inspiring landscapes embrace the stunning Canadian Rockies, pristine
wilderness lakes and the rugged coastal beauty of Vancouver Island. This tour
highlights Canada's most vibrant cities, mountain biking, river rafting, whale
watching, wilderness canoeing, and hiking!
WESTERN CANADA NATIONAL PARKS TOUR.21
DAYS. Awe-inspiring landscapes embrace the stunning Canadian Rockies, pristine
wilderness lakes and the rugged coastal beauty of Vancouver Island. This tour
highlights Canada's most vibrant cities, mountain biking, river rafting, whale
watching, wilderness canoeing, and hiking!
GREAT OUTDOORS NORTH - SOUTH USA RD TRIP An incredible journey, from wilderness lakes to deserted country roads, this
tour escapes into the great American outdoors. From the breathtaking beauty
of the Rocky Mountains to the windswept deserts of the Southwest. Carefree
days, campfire nights - hiking, swimming and horse riding ... all this on an
exhilarating two week trail.
NORTH WEST USA ROAD TRIP. 14 DAYS. Explore three diverse mountain ranges - the Cascades, Rockies, and Sierra
Nevada's, immerse yourself in four unique and spectacular National Parks, visit
a couple of fun-filled, small towns, and you have the perfect ingredients for a
unique and exhilarating, two-week tour.
TRANSCONTINENTAL USA ROAD TRIP, NEW YORK TO LOS ANGELS. 21 DAYS.
The big one across the USA. Experience the fast paced East, the slow moving South and the laidback West with exciting activities such as white water rafting,
horseback riding and hiking on offer - don't forget about the nightlife of New Orleans and Las Vegas!
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EXTREME SPORTS: FREE RUNNING PARKOUR . URBAN SPORTS IN USA
LOCATION: WASHINGTON DC CAPITAL OF THE USA
COURSE DURATION: FLEXIBLE
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: GOOD FITNESS
Washington, DC is filled with ex-
citing and memorable places to
visit, cat leap, jump over and
bounce off. Washington DC is easy
to get around has lots of places to
occupy you when not Parkour
training, plenty of museums, thea-
ter, parks, the Whitehouse, capitol
hill and bars.
Learn the basics of the exciting discipline of parkour! Learn parkour at the world's first parkour training facility,
located in the US capital, Washington D.C. This course will take you through the basic skills of parkour (free run-
ning) and ready you to continue your training long after the experience. You will also have a chance to sight-see
around historic Washington D.C. with the training culminating in a city wide parkour challenge to test out your
parkour skills!
Parkour is a world-wide phenomenon can be attributed in part to free running‘s founder Sébastien Foucan, who
introduced the discipline into popular culture through his impressive appearance in Hollywood blockbuster Casino
Royale, Madonna‘s 2007 Jump video and throughout her Confessions tour.
THE PROGRAMME
The first half of the instruction will take place inside the gym in a controlled environment allowing students to get
comfortable with some of the movements. The second half will be outside in a different nearby parkour hotspot
each day. The D.C. area boasts some of the best and most famous parkour training grounds in the US, all within
easy access by public transportation. Toward the end of the week, the students will have the chance to join the
gym's regular students in advanced training sessions. Accommodations are provided in the form of a local hostel
Parkour is a very physical activity and as such an intense training course requires built-in rest periods. These times
allow for some exploration and tourism around the plentiful museums and historical landmarks that make up
Washington D.C.
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EXTREME SPORTS: THE ULTIMATE KITESURF TOUR VIETNAM
LOCATION: SECRET SECLUDED BEACHES IN A MILITARY ZONE
COURSE DURATION: 4 DAYS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: INTERMEDIATE AND EXPERIENCED KITESURFER
THE ULTIMATE KITESURF TRIP, VIETNAM
For every intermediate to experienced kite surfer who loves to travel and explore
this is the ultimate Vietnam tour. Combine excellent winds with pure Vietnamese
culture and take a kite surf trip with us off the beaten track. Vietnam is a great destination to Kite surf. This will be
an experience that you won't forget. Kitesurfing around uncrowded beaches, flat water, reef breaks, waves and
steady wind.
Yes, you can Kitesurf on Mui Ne beach, the Vietnam Kite surfing Mecca, and we gladly set you up with our partners
there, this however, is something different: a total unique and secret Kite surfing spot with all the ingredients to
make the trip awesome. You will see the real Vietnam; how the people live, eating local Vietnamese foods, seeing
their culture and traditions, seeing the sites, doing other activities like surfing or snorkelling in the morning and
having fantastic time while you do it all.
TRANSPORT
With this trip we travel by bus (transfers from your hotel included). The Vietnamese have a high standard accom-
modation and during this Kitesurfing trip you will stay in clean and tidy, 3 to 4 star air-conditioned accommodation
and you'll have own room. Some places have wireless so you can bring your laptop if you need to.
WHAT MAKES THIS KITE TRIP SO SPECIAL?
Our partner had to get arrested by the army to find this place for a start. Our best kite location is in a security bor-
der zone, so you cannot even go there unless you have a government permit (which they do...now)!
The trip is all about kiting away from the crowds and having fun, good food, good accommodation, experiencing
the true Vietnamese culture away from tourists, while we make the trip as comfortable as possible, with private
transport and experts with local knowledge. Our guides have been living in Vietnam for many years and they all
have IKO instructor certification. During the trip there will always be 2 guides with and a beach boy for assistance.
To run this ultimate kitesurf trip we need a minimum of 6 people (and a maximum of 14). Our departure dates
are based on a minimum of 6 guests.
CHARLIE DOES SURF! KITE SURF THAT IS
ADVENTURE TRAVEL IN PERU
Travel in a group of likeminded adventurers as your check out one of the coolest countries on the Planet. Loaded with
Inca culture, ancient ruins of lost cities and adventure trekking: the makings of an unforgettable travel experience.
CLASSIC PERU, 21 DAYS
This epic three week journey explores the best of Peru. From the coastal Ballestas Islands (known as, "Peru's Ga-
lapagos") and the mysterious Nazca Lines, to colonial Arequipa and the immense Colca Canyon, the adventure
continues to Lake Titicaca and Cusco's Sacred Valley before the true highlight- hiking the Inca Trail to the sublime
sunrise over Machu Picchu!
Our routes have been carefully chosen to include the best night stops and highlights. However, as local conditions
and passenger requests vary, no two trips will ever be the same. With the guidance of your Trek Leader you may
modify certain night stops and highlights to give a truly unique experience!
FLIGHT OF THE CONDOR, 14 DAYS
From delightful Arequipa you visit the incredible Colca Canyon where there is a good chance of spotting Andean
condor soaring above the canyon's cliff-face. Home to many highland Indians who have preserved their traditional
way of life, visit the floating islands of Lake Titicaca before heading to Cusco for a classic train ride to the lost Inca
city of Machu Picchu.
The trip culminates with two days at Machu Picchu where we will explore the Inca citadel and contemplate its sub-
lime beauty. Our early morning visit will be unforgettable as we treasure the peaceful surroundings. We finish this
tremendous Andean experience with a dreamy train ride back to Cusco for one more day of cultural exploration
before flying back to Lima.
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MOONSTONE INCA TRAIL, 14 DAYS
Machu Picchu and its mythical trek have become synonymous with adventure through-
out the world. As travellers visit Machu Picchu and the traditional Inca Trail in record
numbers, we have developed this unique alternative route through the Andes to the
Inca Citadel, Machu Picchu. This trek offers spectacular mountain scenery and rich ar-
chaeology without the crowds, along with the same sunrise experience over the ruins of
Machu Picchu.
LATIN AMERICA
EXTREME SPORTS: ANDES CLIMBING ADVENTURE ¦ MOUNTAINEERING SCHOOL
LOCATION: ECUADOR
PROGRAM DURATION: 12 DAYS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: GOOD FITNESS
ANDES CLIMBING ADVENTURE
Conquer 3 different summits including the much revered Cotopaxi, one of the highest volcanoes in the world, Im-
babura, an inactive giant stratovolcano in northern Ecuador, and the mighty Chimborazo. The summit of Mount
Everest reaches a higher elevation above sea level, but the summit of Chimborazo is widely reported to be the far-
thest point from Earth's centre and Ecuador's highest peak.
Introduction To Mountaineering Skills
Our 12 day program incorporated necessary acclimatization periods and Glacier school training at the Cayambe.
During the course you will be trained by the Ecuador's top instructors all of whom, have graduated from highly
prestigious mountain schools and are members of ASEGUIM. Ecuadorians are well equipped to teach about high
altitude techniques, with the Andes as their proving grounds. You will learn mountain climbing techniques like
snow climbing, energy-saving, movement efficiency in the mountains, use of belays, construction and equalization
of anchors, rope handling and rappelling. All of this on a glacier providing a magnificent setting.
HIGHLIGHTS
Visiting Otovalo market town. Ideal if you want to stock up on handicrafts, souvenirs and lama fur jackets!
Summiting Imbabuura (4630m)
Climbing skills and glacier training in Cayambe mountain climbing school
Summiting Cotopaxi
Summiting Chimborazo—the furthest point from the earths centre.
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BEING A DIVEMASTER, WHAT IS IT LIKE?
Making the choice to become a professional diver is a simple one… There are two choices. 1. You train to be a Di-
vemaster because you love diving, the laid back people, you have some time off and gain experience and a qualifi-
cation at the same time. 2. You do all that but make the choice to really change your career, travel the world and
maintain the life style…
Xtreme Gap offers different locations to do your Divemaster. Thailand Koh Tao, In the Philippines and this one… In
Honduras, Central America. The courses are alike but the locations are different… although they are all beautiful,
warm, have a warm sea and lot‘s of great dive sites.
A BIT MORE ABOUT WHAT IS SPECIFIC TO ROATAN
Our dive school is located in the village of West End, Roatan, Honduras it's a very
popular dive destination for young people. Our partner has been working successfully
for over 15 years and have a great reputation for safety. There is lots to do on the is-
land and underwater! Including Other activities on Roatan include fishing, horse riding,
canopy tours, kayaking and dolphin encounters and there is an option to take Spanish
lessons.
There's a great night life in West End and it is a small community. If you go to a bar
you will probably know half the people there after a couple of weeks here. The
mainland is a short ferry ride away and there are jungle treks and white water rafting
around La Ceiba, where the ferry docks. In less than a days overland travel you can
be in Copan which is one of the important Mayan Ruins in Central America and right
on the Guatemalan border.
During your Divemaster course we can train you from open water to Divemaster. If
you already have diving experience we can adjust the program for you. From zero to
hero takes 12 weeks and you can dive all you want. And you will!
EXTREME SPORTS: DIVEMASTER COURSE IN HONDURAS
LOCATION: ROATAN
COURSE DURATION: 12 WEEKS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
During the Accelerated Free Fall skydiving Course in Spain, you will be taught how to become a solo
skydiver by mastering a series of 8 gradated jump levels. After successfully completing the Acceler-
ated Free Fall Skydiving Course in Seville you then need to do 10 consolidation jumps in order to gain a
qualification enabling you to jump anywhere in the world. The Accelerated Free Fall skydiving Course
lasts between seven to ten days, the variation is due to weather restrictions. Bearing in mind Spain
has the most amount of sun in Europe, this makes taking your Accelerated Free Fall Skydiving Course
in Spain a very convenient and attractive option.
THE PROGRAMME
The Ground school starts at 9 am and takes the best part of the day (approximately 6 hours). The
training comprises lectures and physical activities covering all aspects of the skydives that you will be
making. You will learn about the equipment, orientation, what to do in case of an emergency, reserves,
malfunctions, pre jump briefing, achieving stability and body positioning and altitude awareness.
SKYDIVING IN SPAIN, SEVILLA
SKYDIVING IN SPAIN. ACCELERATED FREE FALL COURSE IN SPAIN
LOCATION: BEAUTIFUL SEVILLE IN ANDALUCIA, COURSE DURATION: 8 TO 10 DAYS. WEATHER DEPENDENT , PRIOR
EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
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KITE SURF CAMP & KITE SURF LESSONS
EXTREME SPORTS: KITESURFING IN SPAIN
LOCATION: KITESURF CAPITAL OF EUROPE, TARIFA
Tarifa! ―Capital of Wind‖ a Kite surfers paradise. Besides high wind poten-
tial Tarifa has preserved a lot of its pristine character: The white villages,
flamenco, sherry bodegas and tapas bars are all there to provide visitors
with a glimpse of typical Andalusia atmosphere.
THE PROGRAMME
From beginner to advanced: This 3 day Kite surf course will take you from
beginner to advanced kite surfer.
You will have 3 sessions of 4 hours. In three days you will master your kite,
you will learn all the basic kite surf techniques necessary to practice and
enjoy kite surf on your own.
We also run kite surf summer camps—Group Kite surfing lessons over one
week. Contact us for Dates and availability.
SPAIN
SKI AND SNOWBOARD INTERNSHIP SPAIN, SKI & SNOWBOARD IMPROVEMENT CAMP
Probably the best value ski internship or snowboarding internship in the sunniest ski resort of Europe.
4 weeks Skiing or Snowboarding every day and shadowing with ski and snowboard instructors. 4
weeks to really develop your skiing with professionals, off piste and on piste. This is the perfect way to
develop your skiing and get a taste of what it is like to work in the industry. The perfect course for
people thinking of becoming a ski instructor (the hours will count towards a BASI qualification) yet not
100 certain if they want to shell out the costs for the exams. This ski resort has a view to the sea! Lot’s
of Spanish culture and adrenaline every day and snow. Glorious snow.
With the Ski and Snowboard Internship you will receive the best training daily for at least 4 hours a
day in the sunniest ski resort in Europe.
Xtreme Gap works with the British Ski School. The only fully British speaking ski centre in the Sierra
Nevada, Andalucía excellent ski resort in the South of Spain.
Our Ski and Snowboard internship runs twice a year starting on December 1st and on January 7. the
ski internship lasts 4 weeks.
SKI AND SNOWBOARD INTERNSHIP SPAIN
XTREME SPORTS: SKI AND SNOWBOARD INTERNSHIP IN SPAIN
LOCATION: SIERRA NEVADA, COURSE DURATION: 4 WEEKS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: SOME SKI / BOARD EXPERIENCE AND GOOD FITNESS
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While there is considerable flexibility in the program you will be expected to assist
every day for 2 hours on a ski lessons, shadowing Ski and Snowboard instructors,
helping with the clients ski improvement lessons. You will get the opportunity to
do some guiding and lots of on and off piste skiing.
Private training 5 days a week with ski instructors for 2 hours a day (max group is
5) and get to know all off piste routes
When assisting you can ski with the instructors up to 4 hours a day, or just head
off on your own.
The accommodation is not directly in the ski resort however it is in a near by vil-
lage a bit lower down the mountain oozing Spanish charm. This has been chosen
as the cost of living will be considerably cheaper for you, and the setting is also
superb. Daily transfers to the resort and school are included, and take about 20
minutes.
The apartment and town will be the ideal place to relax at the end of a long day
skiing or to head out to the local tapas bars or a well deserved bottle of Cava.
AFRICA A land of beautiful and stark contrasts, any visit to Africa will leave you with a thousand memories.
SOUTH AFRICA PROGRAMMES
FIELD GUIDE COURSE SURVIVE THE
BIG 5!
Learn to track animals, lead tours and approach the
big 5 on foot living out in the South African bush on
our wildlife field guide training program. An unfor-
gettable experience. No safari will be the same ever
again!
WORLD CUP 2010 OVERLAND TRUCK
TOUR
XTREME EXCLUSIVE!
Get ready for the trip of your life! Tour South Africa
during the 2010 world cup in our special world cup
overland vehicle! Take in the opening ceremony and
7 different host cities including the Quarter and
Semi Finals in Cape Town and the world cup final! 3
game park safaris all food & Accommodation
31nights included!
BECOME A MICROLIGHT PILOT
Feel the rush and freedom of flying an ultralight
trike when you study and gain your microlight pilot
license in South Africa. All the while you will be fly-
ing in an open cockpit near the animals of the
Kruger!
DIVE WITH TIGER SHARKS
Extreme shark diving with a top apex predator. The
tiger shark. Get up close to these beautiful crea-
tures in a supervised safe environment.
GREAT WHITE SHARK CONSERVATION
Volunteer on a great white shark conservation pro-
ject in South Africa. Working along side great white
sharks, gathering shark data, assisting and com-
pleting cage dives and learning basic seamanship.
An incredible experience learning about sharks and
contributing to their conservation.
WHITE SHARK CAGE DIVING
This is possibly the greatest thrill that you will ever
experience. Just imagine pulling up on the boat in
'Shark Alley' and climbing into a cage to be sur-
rounded by great white sharks! Go with the one and
only Shark man: Mike Rutzen.
LEARN TO DIVE WITH SHARKS
Diving with nerves of steal! Learn to dive with
sharks in one of the worlds best dive sites. Become
an expert on several different types of sharks,
learning and spreading awareness about shark con-
servation gaining unique and exciting scuba diving
qualifications in the process
XTREME SOUTH AFRICA ADRENALINE
TOUR
After Sky diving, bungee jumping, Great White
shark cage diving, microlight flying, parasailing, ab-
seiling and more. You WILL need new underpants.
Throw in a cape peninsula tour and a hop on hop off
backpacker bus ticket and you have the Xtreme Gap
Adrenaline Tour.
SOUTH AFRICA GAP YEAR TOUR
The best of South Africa on an unforgettable 20 day
overland Africa tour . National Parks, bungee jump-
ing, wildlife, culture and the jaw dropping beauty
that only South Africa can provide
NAMIBIA PROGRAMMES
BIG CAT CONSERVATION PROJECT
Work with big cats in at an amazing predator con-
servation project in Namibia. Feed, care for and
study lions, cheetahs and many other African spe-
cies set amidst 100 sq miles of stunning Namibian
wilderness.
NAMIBIA ADVENTURE TOUR
12 days. Wedged between the Kalahari and the
South Atlantic, Namibia enjoys vast potential as one
of the youngest countries in Africa. In addition to
having a striking diversity of cultures and national
origins, Namibia is a photographer’s dream – it
boasts wild seascapes, rugged mountains, lonely
deserts…
RIVER RAFTING EXPEDITION NAMIBIA
Kunene River Expedition. Guaranteed life changing
10 day experience. Not for the faint hearted. Ven-
turing into rural Africa and raft on the Kunene river.
See tribes, waterfalls and the big five!
TANZANIA PROGRAMMES
CLIMB KILIMANJARO
The worlds highest free standing mountain: the old
man of Africa. Kilimanjaro! Rising 5895 metres
above the African plains, Kilimanjaro offers the
would be mountain climber the chance to summit a
giant, and have an unforgettable experience in the
process. The climbing Kilimanjaro to Africas highest
point Uhuru peak is certainly a challenge, but
achievable. 3 routes Available
ZANZIBAR & SERENGETI ADVENTURE
9 days. Explore Tanzania’s largest and most famous
national park, the Serengeti. Followed by a trip to
Zanzibar a stunning tropical island. Visit the unsur-
passed collection of beaches where the sand is pow-
dery white and the sea ethereal shades of tur-
quoise.
Other Programmes include:
LEARN TO SURF IN SOUTH AFRICA
6 DAY EXTREME SPORTS PACKAGE CAPE TOWN
KITESURFING IN CAPETOWN
BACKPACKING in AFRICA?
Ask us about our great Cape Town intros
and great deals on Baz Bus Passes. We
can tailor safari packages and also have a
great range of Africa overland truck tours.
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Our programmes in Africa range from Conservation, Extreme Sports to adventure travel.
The tours comprise of an all
inclusive experience, with
integrated cultural interac-
tion, game viewing, and so-
cial interaction, with the op-
portunity to book additional
adrenaline based experi-
ences such as white water
rafting, Skydiving, walking
with lions and swimming
with dolphins!
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AFRICA OVERLAND EXPLORER
CAPE TOWN TO KRUGER NP
MASAI MARA & GORRILLA’S
CAPE TOWN TO MALAWI
GARDEN ROUTE SOUTH AFRICA
ZANZIBAR & SERENGETI
OKAVANGO TO GORILLAS
NAMIBIA GAP YEAR ADVENTURE
EAST & SOUTH AFRICA OVERLAND
EAST AFRICAN ADVENTURE
SOUTH AFRICA ADVENTURE
CAPE TOWN TO VICTORIA FALLS
DESERT & DELTA ADVENTURE
MOZAMBIQUE OVERLAND
...VIEW ALL AFRICA OVERLAND TOURS
Our overland trucks are ideal for the budget conscious traveller, with a strong craving for adventure!
2010 WORLD CUP SOUTH AFRICA FOOTBALL TOUR
Follow the World Cup games and tour South Africa at the same time party in the best world cup football
atmosphere on the South African world cup tour 2010.
The tour starts in Johannesburg for the opening ceremony and then during the course of the world cup covers the
rest of the country in one month, taking in 6 host cities during the games (Johannesburg, Pretoria, Polokwane,
Nelspruit, Durban, and Cape Town) including the quarter finals, semi finals and world cup final! Never miss a
game with a Satellite TV system* installed on board out specially adapted overland truck. In between venues we will
go on safari in 3 major game parks, embark on various tours and indulge in some Xtreme Sports (with the occa-
sional bit of football of course).
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: XTREME GAP SOUTH AFRICA WORLD CUP 2010 TOUR
LOCATION: SOUTH AFRICA
COURSE DURATION: 31 DAYS (OR 14 DAYS)
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
DEPARTURE DATE: 11TH JUNE 2010
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ONE INCREDIBLE SOUTH AFRICA WORLD CUP 2010 HOLIDAY!
This is an incredible opportunity to explore South Africa during the world cup and have a great value world cup holi-
day.
Most hotels in South Africa are charging in excess of €100 a night per person during the world cup holiday season.
Our World Cup tour includes all accommodation for 32 nights, most meals, transport around the country, en-
try and safari in 3 different games parks. This will be the experience of a life time soaking up the atmosphere
around the country during the world cup!
We have limited spaces available so register your interest now to avoid disappointment, alternatively book now with
a €250 euro deposit.
SOUTH AFRICA WORLD CUP TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
World cup opening ceremony in Johannesburg (entry into stadium not included); Visiting 7 host cities during games
(Pretoria, Polokwane, Nelspruit, Durban, Cape Town Johannesburg; The Quarter Final and Semi Final in Cape Town;
World Cup Final party in Johannesburg; Never miss a game of football even on the move with onboard TV*; Entry
and Safari into 3 different game reserves (Marakele, Kruger, Karoo); Visit to Swaziland staying in traditional huts
experiencing the culture; St Lucia World heritage sight; Surfing and beaches in Jeffries bay; Xtreme options, includ-
ing the worlds highest bungee jump, kitesurfing, tubing, microlight flying and more; Most meals included.
5 % OFF IF BOOKED BEFORE OCTOBER 2009
Our overland trucks are ideal for the budget conscious traveller, with a strong craving for adventure!
CLIMB KILIMANJARO
RONGAI ROUTE TANZANIA. 6 DAYS 7 NIGHTS
The worlds highest free standing mountain: the old man of Africa. Kilimanjaro! Rising 5895 metres above the Afri-
can plains, Kilimanjaro offers the would be mountain climber the chance to summit a giant, and have an unforget-
table experience in the process. The climbing Kilimanjaro to Africa's highest point Uhuru peak is certainly a chal-
lenge, but achievable. The Rongai route ascents Kilimanjaro from the north astern side of the mountain, along the
border between Tanzania and Kenya. This route retains a sense of unspoilt wilderness and offers a different per-
spective on Kilimanjaro by approaching it from the north.
MARANGU ROUTE, TANZANIA. 7 DAYS 6 NIGHTS
The worlds highest free standing mountain: the old man of Africa. Kilimanjaro! Rising 5895 metres above the Afri-
can plains, Kilimanjaro offers the would be mountain climber the chance to summit a giant, and have an unforget-
table experience in the process. The climbing Kilimanjaro to Africa's highest point Uhuru peak is certainly a chal-
lenge, but achievable. The Marangu Route (also known at the 'Coca-Cola' route) is the easiest ascent of Kiliman-
jaro, although any ascent can be challenging. It crosses The Saddle, a 5km wide, high-altitude, semi-desert that
separates craggy Mawenzi from the main summit Kibo. From the summit, glaciers, screes, cliffs, afro-alpine moor-
land and forests lead down to the cultivated foothills.
MACHAME ROUTE, TANZANIA. 6 DAYS 7 NIGHTS
The worlds highest free standing mountain: the old man of Africa. Kilimanjaro! Rising 5895
metres above the African plains, Kilimanjaro offers the would be mountain climber the
chance to summit a giant, and have an unforgettable experience in the process. The climb-
ing Kilimanjaro to Africa's highest point Uhuru peak is certainly a challenge, but achievable.
Machame, known as the "Whiskey" route, is now the most popular route on the mountain.
Compared with Marangu, the days on Machame are longer and the walks are steeper. It is
far more challenging route.
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: CLIMB KILIMANJARO. CHOICE IF 3 DIFFERENT ROUTES
LOCATION: TANZANIA
COURSE DURATION: 6 TO 7 DAYS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY PREPARED
Bring the right equipment. Be physically and mentally pre-
pared, during the Trek go slowly, drink enough water, walk
high sleep low, climb light and wear the right clothing.
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ADVENTURE TRAVEL: ADRENALINE TOUR
LOCATION: SOUTH AFRICA
DURATION: AS LONG AS YOU WANT
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE, THE GUTS TO GO NUTS
Welcome to South Africa, the Ultimate designation for adrenaline junkies. If you want some excitement in your life
then hit the Ultimate Adrenaline Tour!
This customisable tour is all about pushing the limits of your comfort zone, whilst exploring this beautiful country.
Personal development through the conquering of fear and exploration! The tour comprises of a flexible hop on hop
off ticket on the BAZ BUS backpacker tour bus network. They travel to all the major destinations in South Africa and
drop you off at your desired hostel. It is a great way to see the country, meet fellow backpackers and share adven-
tures. You will see South Africa in all its beautiful diversity. The worlds greatest game parks, rich tribal culture, stun-
ning beautiful country side and crap your pants thrill seeking all at the same time.
This is a great way to see the country and indulge your inner adrenaline junkie. The tour is flexible you are not lim-
ited to a fixed schedule can plan your journey with as many stops as you would like, and stay for as long as you like.
Conveniently, you are picked up from your hostel (many different ones to choose from). It is a safe way to travel
too: no getting lost in the middle of the night in a strange town or having to find your way to a depot or bus terminal
somewhere. This is a great way to meet other backpackers share travelers tales and adventures on the way. Lastly
it is extremely great value.
FUN!!: A great way to meet fellow travelers, share travel tales and find out what to do along
the way
VALUE: South Africa is a huge country, with a lot of ground to cover, and we get you round
most of it!
FLEXIBLE: Passengers are not limited to a fixed schedule and can plan their journey with as
many stops as they'd like and say as long as they want at each stop.
CONVENIENT: Passengers are picked up at the door of the hostel they're leaving from and
dropped off at the door of the hostel they're going to.
SAFE: No getting lost in a strange town in the middle of the night or having to find and make
one's way to and from a depot or terminus in town somewhere.
INFORMATIVE: Buses carry information files with details of fun-filled activities, places to stay,
and things to do and see relevant to the areas they travel through.
XTREME: Chose one of the many extreme sports options on your trip: Kitesurfen, sand
boarden, Bungee jump, Diving with sharks, Skydiving… Book upfront on www.xtreme-gap.com
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GREAT WHITE SHARK CONSERVATION PROJECT
No other conservation project provides a shot of adrenaline like this
one. Great White Shark conservation is as important as it is cool! Get
hands on with a great white shark conservation project in Gaansbaai
South Africa!
This fantastic opportunity gives you the chance to actually physically
contribute to great white shark conservation in south Africa, one of the
worlds leading hot spots for great white shark activity.
On this great white shark conservation program you will join a world leading organization dedicated on protecting
the Great White Shark, operating in Great white conservation since 1989.
You'll receive training in White Shark biology, behavior, conservation, research ,changing attitudes, shark attacks,
basic seamanship (includes anchoring positions, wind directions, underwater filming, still photography and shark
tourism not to mention getting up close and personal with these awesome animals.
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: GREAT WHITE SHARK CONSERVATION PROJECT
LOCATION: GANSBAAI. SOUTH AFRICA, CLOSE TO CAPE TOWN
COURSE DURATION: 21 DAYS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
GREAT WHITE SHARK CAGE DIVING
South Africa is one of the worlds best places to see great white sharks, in the wild. Shark cage diving even the
thought of it makes you nervous. But the fact is Great White Shark Cage Diving in South Africa is a very safe
adrenaline activity. Great White Shark Cage Diving, is world famous for good reason: if you go around Gaansbaai,
you are almost guaranteed to see a Great White Shark (from the safety of a cage).
The Great White Shark Cage Diving experience takes about 4 hours, it will live with you forever.
Great white shark diving at Gansbaai in South Africa is possibly the greatest thrill that you
will ever experience. Shark Cage diving will give you an unrivalled view of these 400 million
year old predators. Great White Sharks are declining in numbers and need humans to co exist
with them. Great White Shark Cage diving allows you to experience these creature up close
and get educated at the same time. Shark cage diving is viewed as an extreme sport, but be
rest assured this is NOT dangerous. By Great White Shark Cage Diving in South Africa you will
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: GREAT WHITE SHARK CAGE DIVING
LOCATION: GANSBAAI. SOUTH AFRICA, CLOSE TO CAPE TOWN
COURSE DURATION: FLEXIBLE
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE.
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TIGER SHARK DIVING
There is probably nowhere else in the world and certainly nowhere else in South Africa where an exhilarating ex-
perience can be delivered.
The tiger shark is a predator, known for eating a wide range of items including humans (this is a pretty unfair rep
and no one has yet been eaten during a Tiger shark dive! Its usual diet consists of fish, seals, birds, smaller
sharks, squid, turtles, and dolphins (not gap year Students). It has sometimes been found with man-made waste
such as license plates or pieces of old tires in its digestive tract and is often referred to as "the wastebasket of the
sea". This shark may be easily identified due to its dark stripes which are similar to a tiger pattern. It also has dor-
sal fins that are distinctively close to its tail. These sharks are often large in size and may encounter humans be-
cause they often visit shallow reefs, harbours and canals.
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: TIGER SHARK DIVING
LOCATION: ROCKY BAY. SOUTH AFRICA, CLOSE TO CAPE TOWN
COURSE DURATION: FLEXIBLE
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: Advanced Scuba Certification for deep dives
Surface Snorkelling also excellent (Snorkelling Experience) & boat based viewing is also a treat (No Experience necessary), Dive insurance.
TYPICAL ITINERARY PER DAY
07h30 Meet at Shark Park. 07h30 – 08h00 Kit up, Shark Briefing. 08h00 – 08h30 Launch. A great dive at Shark
park! 12h00 – 14h30 return to Shore. 14h30 – 15h00 Shower and coffee . Price Per Head for the day's experience.
EUR 145 p.p. This price is per person sharing with a minimum booking of 4 pax.
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INMAGINE...
Become an Ultra Light Trike or Microlight Pilot and fly!
Imagine the wind in your face as you soar above the wild animals of the Kruger national park game reserve. A stunning backdrop of wild South African
bush will ensure that this is one of the experiences of your life! Our flight school is based at the foot of the Drakensberg Mountains in the Limpopo Prov-
ince. The Centre of the South African Safari industry. You Experience of the REAL Africa will be closer than you think with Hippos and crocodiles roaming
freely around the purpose built flying resort. Just don‘t crash into them when you are landing.
WARNING! Learning to fly has the potential to be dangerous if you are not adequately prepared to undertake sufficient self study. During some parts of
the course you will be piloting the aircraft on your own. Make sure you devote sufficient effort in to the academics for you own sake. You must also be
physically fit and mentally prepared for the challenge.
BECOME A PILOT
Feel the rush and freedom of flying an ultra light trike when you study and gain your
microlight pilot license in South Africa. All the while you will be flying in an open
cockpit near the animals of the Kruger!
Imagine the wind in your face as you soar above the wild animals of the Kruger na-
tional park game reserve. A stunning backdrop of wild South African bush will ensure
that this is one of the experiences of your life! Our flight school is based at the foot of
the Drakensberg Mountains in the Limpopo province. The centre of the South African
safari industry. Your experience of the real Africa will be closer than you think with
hippo and crocodiles roaming freely around the purpose built flying resort.
This is not only a stunning setting to learn to fly, it is also reliable: great all year
round weather making instruction possible. Not only this, the Xtreme Gap micro lights
pilots license program is one of the best value packages in the world. Great accom-
modation and breakfast and dinner included in the price!
FLIGHT SCHOOL
Our flight school is based at the foot of the Drakensberg Mountains in the Limpopo Province. The Centre of the
South African Safari industry. You Experience of the REAL Africa will be closer than you think with Hippos and
crocodiles roaming freely around the purpose built flying resort.
ACCOMMODATION
During your training you will be staying in a great resort with swimming pool close to one of the mail entrances of
the Kruger national park. You will have your own private bungalow..although you might find a monkey on your
EXTREME SPORTS: ULTRA LIGHT TRIKE OR MICROLIGHT FLYING. BECOME A PILOT! SOUTH AFRICA
LOCATION: LIMPOPO PROVENCE
COURSE DURATION: 6 WEEKS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
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CANOEING ON THE AFRICAN ORANGE RIVER
Under the guidance of experienced and qualified staff, you will enjoy a 4 day - 4 night adventure not
easily matched.
The days are spent on the Orange River where we will explore this magnificent desert eco system. Our guides will
take you through some fast flowing water and guide you with knowledge and experience to ensure our enjoyment of
this magnificent River. You will also have the opportunity to experience some wave surfing in your boats, hiking and
fishing that provides fun for everyone. We will encounter from fast flowing water with rapids to still open water
where we will relax, swim and have time to admire the beautiful gorges and scenery. The expedition is not a race
and along with our carefully planned route and itinerary it allows us to have maximum time to complete our expedi-
tion. The adventure has been designed to be as natural as possible and this tour classify you as an adventure travel-
ler and not a tourist. Two qualified river guides, equipped with the necessary experience will guide your expedition
through the Richtersveld Desert Reserve.
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: CANOEING ON THE AFRICAN ORANGE RIVER
LOCATION: ORANGE RIVER, SOUTH AFRICA’S LARGEST RIVER, RICHTERSVELD DESERT RESERVE
DURATION: 4 DAYS AND 4 NIGHTS
An exhilarating 3 Day - 3 Night, White water rafting trip will take you down the
Doring River passing through the majestic Northern Cederberg mountain range.
Under the guidance of our experienced staff you will tame the raging waters of
this river, in either a 2 man or 10-man inflatable. Spend the evenings under clear
African skies in tented safari camps. Experience the peace and tranquility this
river of contrasts has to offer when night falls. Do some abseiling and visit the
perfectly preserved Bushman/San paintings.
DATES
The Doring River is dependent on winter rains. Whitewater rafting trips are there-
fore only available during the South African winter, from mid-June to mid-
September. Prepare for the colder weather.
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: WHITEWATER RAFTING ON DORING RIVER SOUTH AFRICA
LOCATION: DORIN RIVER. NORTHWEST OF CEDERBERG. 280 KM FROM CAPETOWN
DURATION: 3DAYS AND 3 NIGHTS
PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED: NONE
WHITE WATER RAFTING EXPEDITION
Our experienced guides take you on a 10 day drive and rafting 10 tour. This tour is not for the faint hearted. You
can choose to do a self drive tour, or a totally guided tour. We will take you in our car into the rural Africa. You will
be exposed to the elements and whatever else Africa throws at us on a day to day basis. Your talent will be tested
as you will wind and twist your raft through a rough primeval landscape, hear thundering waterfalls and enjoy tran-
quil waters, just to feel the adrenaline pumping again a few minutes later.
Challenging rapids, the big Five, face cheetahs, Waterfalls, African skies, National Parks, Local Villages, luxurious
lodges and camping.. You will see it all!
DATES
The tour is depending on winter rains. Whitewater rafting trips are therefore only available during the African winter,
from June to August.
THERE IS MUCH EXCITEMENT DURING THIS EXPEDITION. YOU WILL ENCOUNTER:
Lot‘s of driving through the Namibian bush, The big five, wonderful waterfalls, racing rapids, luxurious lodges,
amazing African skies, cozy camping, national parks, chances on crocodile encounters terrific tribes, close encoun-
ters with cheetahs, delicious dinners, starry skies, lot‘s of laughter, great stories.
Why with Xtreme Gap‘s tour? World Class White Water, Etosha National Park, Kaokoland, Game viewing, possibility
of spotting Lion, Elephant and other big game species, Endemic Birdlife to the Kunene region. To name a few: Cin-
derella Waxbill, Ruffous Tail Palm Thrush, Grays Kestrel, Harlibs Franklin, Giant Eagle Owl, Pearl Spotted Owl, Long
Tailed Starling and many more.
125km of true Wilderness rafting, The off chance of a crocodile encounter, Interaction with the Herero, Himba, &
Ovambo tribes, One on One Cheetah encounter, experienced guides, good food, lot‘s of fun!
ADVENTURE TRAVEL: WHITEWATER RAFTING AND (SELF) DRIVE EXPEDITION THROUGH NAMIBIA
LOCATION: KUNENE RIVER, 915 KM FROM WINDHOEK
DURATION: 10 DAYS
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ADVENTURE TRAVEL: FIELD GUIDE, SURVIVE THE BIG FIVE IN SOUTH AFRICA
LOCATION: KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
COURSE DURATION: 4 WEEKS
EXPERIENCE NEEDED: Need valid drivers license and be in good fitness
The Ultimate wildlife training and African bush experience. Survive the bush and track the Big 5, sleep outs, 4x4
training, tracking and more.
Want to have one of those moments, when your heart is pumping so loud that you can hear it? The adrenaline
surging through your veins as you crouch, trying not to make a sound, just metres away from a full grown African
lion? These South African Field guide wild life training programs will offer you countless moments of exhilaration and
will truly develop your skills as you learn to become a South African Field Guide, endorsed by FGASA (Field Guide
Association of southern Africa).
28 days of living and learning in nature at our wilderness camps provides you with the practical and theoretical
knowledge of the natural environment. Upon completion of the course, you will be capable of conducting game
drives and interpreting the natural environment around you.
Our Field Guide course consists of walks; one or two-daily lectures in our bush classrooms; game drives, as well as
sleep-outs in the bush. Every minute of the day and night on this course is a learning experience, being constantly
exposed to the bush. Our highly experienced instructors provide unique access to their vast knowledge and insight,
making every lecture an inspiring experience.
ONE YEAR COURSE!!!
In this ONE YEAR course, a full 6 months of theoretical
and practical training with our highly qualified instructors in which you will complete various separate certificate courses should get you well prepared for six
months of actual nature guiding at lodges with guests. We will place you at these lodges so that you can work with experienced guides to learn from them and to learn on the job so that at the end of the year‘s course,
you are not only qualified but also experienced. By this time you will be a prime candidate and should be snapped up immediately by a lodge for a guiding job.
This lodge attachment component will give you the
practical experience and enable you to apply the theory
you learnt in the training at our camps. It also enables
you to build up your 'guiding days' towards the one year
of experience that is required by FGASA to be assessed
for your FGASA Level 2 field guiding exams.
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If you answer yes to any of the following, then
an Xtreme Gap is something you may want to
consider...
Are you stuck in the same old routine, and do
you want to see what else is out there?
Are you looking to gain knowledge about
yourself and the world?
Do you want to gain life experience and take
time out to gain skills and qualifications?
Do you genuinely want to do something out of
the ordinary?
Do you like the feeling of overcoming chal-
lenges challenging your comfort zone?
WHY BOOK WITH XTREME GAP? Being a company run by experienced gap year travellers, we are well placed to offer you
detailed advice on all aspects of your travel plans. We have been out there and experi-
enced the good (and the bad). We are continuously researching new exciting pro-
grammes and we can give you great ideas for your travels.
SHOULD YOU TAKE AN XTREME GAP?
HOW COULD AN XTREME GAP BENEFIT YOU? Xtreme Gappers have found out a lot of about themselves
on their gap year with us, what they want out of life, educa-
tion and work. They return refreshed with many once in a
lifetime stories to tell, and new found friends all over the
world. Others have told us how they felt that they had
gained independence and improved their self confidence
when dealing with people and situations.
All have had serious fun and excitement and found real
freedom on their Xtreme Gap, and just like them, we hope
that you will feel proud to have gained a sense of huge
achievement from challenging your comfort zone.
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WHO TRAVELS WITH XTREME GAP?
There is no specific age or background which connect our travelers… What does
connect them is the mind set. The need for new exciting adventures. You need to
have some balls to get out of your comfort zone...but oh man, once you do: you will
feel like never before! Like the first time you encounter a reef shark under water, or
step in the ring, or complete you first solo in a microlight above the Kruger park you
will know what we mean. Wake up, feel the adrenaline pumping and get out there!
Simon, Art director UK
I found my self in a situation where it looked like a good option to take a career break...and I am
so proud and happy I did. Since I am from Switzerland and the sea is not really my thing, I was
looking for something else. The idea of flying over the Kruger park sounded totally inspiring. It
was one of the most mentally challenging and rewarding things I have ever done. Thoroughly
recommended.
Rachel, student Sports academy. The Netherlands.
‗I took a break from school unsure what to do at university. I love warm weather and sports so
the Divemaster program seemed perfect for me. I am now a dive junky‖ (2008). Rachel got in-
spired seeing all the Muay Thai going on in Thailand. This March she booked again with Xtreme
Gap, to do the Muay Thai Training!
Tom, works at a family business. The Netherlands.
When I turned 18 I started working in the family business. But before totally devoting to the job I
wanted to see more of the world. I do karate and the combination of getting to know other cul-
tures and at the same time learn a different martial art sounded really appealing! I was a bit
nervous getting out there alone… But after the first night on the island with the rep of Xtreme
Gap I felt already more confident. The island is magical, I had a great time and got to know very
nice people. I am so much more confident and feel ready to take over the business.
Ben, undergraduate Student. England.
I went on the Xtreme Gap wreck hunter program on Koh Tao. Initially on the Divemaster course I
upgraded. The temptation to discover Wreck diving and become a fully competent diver was too
good to pass up. Asia was amazing! I loved this experience and I am thinking about a career in
marine conservation.
We offer peace of mind that despite the extreme nature of our programmes, the ac-
tivity will adhere to strict safety standards.
We are proud to be a best value gap year company – if you find a similar trip that is
better value, let us know, we will beat it.
By booking your programme up front, you can have peace of mind that you will
achieve what you set out to do.
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