Global Basecamps (3 testimonials)

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Global Basecamps is a specialty travel resource designed to simplify the process of researching and booking sustainable hotels, lodges and private tours worldwide. Travel at your own pace with a custom itinerary or simply find accommodation and excursions so that your trip priorities are met and you have maximum flexibility while on the road.

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Global Basecamps 1106 Second Street, #370
Encinitas, CA
92024 USA

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Testimonials (3)

  1. Reviewer: Susan located in San Francisco, Ca USA
    Global Basecamps is the best! The agency is very skilled in quickly getting a feel for your travel style and then putting together an itinerary, accommodations and all, that are a perfect match. Plus, they go the extra mile — really miles! -- to work out all the details for an exquisite, once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
  2. Reviewer: Mary located in New York, NY USA
    Global Basecamps was invaluable in setting up our trip in Thailand. My travel specialist made personal recommendations for places to stay that were carefully thought-out to meet our needs. They were extremely diligent about ensuring that connections, rides and ferry schedules matched seamlessly, and made it easy for us to just enjoy our trip without any stresses. We absolutely appreciate every aspect of the work they did on our behalf. Kudos!
  3. Reviewer: Obie located in Miami, Florida USA
    I made last minute plans for a summer trip around the world with my kids, departing in late June. Great help and advice from the sustainable travel experts at Global Basecamps made it possible.

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Prominent affiliations & awards

  • STI: Sustainable Travel International
  • The International Ecotourism Society

Our commitment to sustainable travel

Global Basecamps believes that a successful business, especially in the travel industry, is dependent on a healthy environment, both globally and locally. We believe that growth and corporate responsibility should work hand in hand and that capitalism and conservation are not mutually exclusive. Through our in-country partnerships we support a wide variety of local initiatives and in addition we annually contribute to small-scale projects to directly benefit community development.

Global Basecamps Globally

Planting Trees for Every Trip
With the help of our partner, Carbonfund.org, we have planted a tree for every one of our trips from the Inca Trail to the coast of Vietnam--and will continue to do so. As our travelers trek through Machu Picchu or boat through Halong Bay, we are planting trees in Nepal. Reforestation projects are one of the best ways to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide that's in the atmosphere. To date, Carbonfund.org has supported SeedTree’s planting of over 315,000 trees in 21 communities throughout Nepal.

The Viña Del Mar Library and Computer Center
Estero de Platano is a small rural community in coastal Ecuador that suffers, like so much of the world, with very limited educational resources for the local children. While we were in Ecuador in 2009 we found out about the work of a Peace Corps volunteer who was trying to build a library and computer center for the local kids (and hopefully some of the adults) and it was finally completed in April 2010. The library is used on a daily basis to supplement school lessons and teach computer literacy to the local children.

Pack for a Purpose
Pack for a Purpose is a new nonprofit that seeks to improve the lives of children in need around the world, one traveler at a time. It is not a large organization, just a small, core group of individuals with a big idea that can have a huge collective impact. Pack for a Purpose provides information that empowers every traveler to make a difference by bringing along a small and much needed donation of everyday school, recreational or medical supplies to their destination – and all it takes to get involved is to visit the Web site, www.packforapurpose.org, to see how a little bit of effort really can go a long way.

T.I.E.S.
GBC is actively involved with the International Ecotourism Society and supports the creation of an international standard of guidelines set forth to ensure that the goals of sustainable tourism are met. The product choices reflect this commitment and we seek out vendor partners who integrate environmental and socially responsible principles into practice.

International Mountain Explorers Connection
GBC is also a member of IMEC’s Partnership for Responsible Travel Program. The International Mountain Explorers Connection (IMEC) is a U.S. based 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization whose mission is to promote responsible and sustainable connections between travelers and the people of developing mountain regions of the world. As a partner of this program Global Basecamps is supporting their Porters Assistance Project.

Global Basecamps Locally

GBC is also dedicated to supporting our local environment by doing the following:

Offsetting energy use to minimize our carbon footprint
Green Procurement, use of recycled paper, minimize office waste, cradle to grave office purchases

3 most popular Trips (out of 10 total)

Everest Basecamp Trek

Everest Basecamp Trek

Kathmandu Airport, Nepal for 15 Days • from $1,480* per person

Provider: Global Basecamps (3 testimonials)

Prior to the start of your Everest trek you will spend a few days in Kathmandu taking in the sites while exploring the famous Hindu temples and Buddhist stupas. After exploring exotic Kathmandu, you'll fly to the remote mountain town of Lukla and begin your trek. Your excursions will take you through traditional villages, rhododendron forests, terraced fields, and summer pastures before moving into the stark landscape of glaciers and ice. Along the way you will be afforded the chance… more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? Yes (custom departure). Price based on group size.

13 Day Japan Explorer

13 Day Japan Explorer

Tokyo airport, Japan for 13 Days • from $3,798* per person

Provider: Global Basecamps (3 testimonials)

This itinerary offers a more off-the-beaten path tour of Japan, perfect for the more active traveler. This itinerary is a balanced mix of structure with plenty of free time to allow you to explore this extraordinary country at your own pace. Highlights include: Tsukiji Fish Market, Takayama Cycling Tour, Fushimi Inari shrine, and sake tasting! In a country renowned for its delicate beauty and intrinsic grace, Japan's diverse landscape offers opportunities for adventure that are excitingly unique and wildly entertaining. more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? Yes (custom departure). Price based on group size.

Caribbean Treasures

Caribbean Treasures

Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose, Costa Rica for 7 Days • from $1,380* per person

Provider: Global Basecamps (3 testimonials)

With this package you can visit the best spots in the Costa Rican Caribbean. Begin your journey in Tortuguero the Amazonas of Costa Rica, here you can ride the magical channels. Then you will visit Cahuita, in the southern Caribbean. Here you'll have the chance to explore a Jamaican immigrant village and experience their amazing food, music, and culture. Highlights include: Cartago, Tortuguero Canals, Cahuita National Park, Puerto Viejo, Manzanillo Beach and San José. more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? Yes (custom departure). Price based on group size.

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