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About RAW Travel
No artificial ingredients just RAW Travel!
For more than twenty years we've explored many of the world's most far flung places, so we know where to go for a great adventure. And we also know how. By far, the best way to explore and connect with a region is often the simplest: on bike or foot.
Travelling this way not only energises, stimulates and excites your senses but it allows you to escape the 'everyday', share experiences with new friends and connect with local people and cultures in a way where no other form of travel comes close. We've found that people return from these adventures with a new sense of purpose and perspective on life. Exploring by bike or on foot is by it's nature very eco-friendly, not to mention what it does for your health and fitness!
Our experience and passion for authentic travel is the foundation of every RAW adventure. The building blocks are knowledge, quality, integrity and very happy customers. With almost 10 years experience in the industry we've earned a solid reputation for delivering high quality adventures around the world - and we're proud to have some of Australia's biggest companies and charities as our clients. We want you to discover a more exciting way of travelling and share some of the wonderful experiences that we've enjoyed over the years. We think you too will share this passion and agree that 'experience is everything'!
Travelling this way not only energises, stimulates and excites your senses but it allows you to escape the 'everyday', share experiences with new friends and connect with local people and cultures in a way where no other form of travel comes close. We've found that people return from these adventures with a new sense of purpose and perspective on life. Exploring by bike or on foot is by it's nature very eco-friendly, not to mention what it does for your health and fitness!
Our experience and passion for authentic travel is the foundation of every RAW adventure. The building blocks are knowledge, quality, integrity and very happy customers. With almost 10 years experience in the industry we've earned a solid reputation for delivering high quality adventures around the world - and we're proud to have some of Australia's biggest companies and charities as our clients. We want you to discover a more exciting way of travelling and share some of the wonderful experiences that we've enjoyed over the years. We think you too will share this passion and agree that 'experience is everything'!
The experience: When something's raw, you know it's real.
Intrepid travelling has been the love of our life for many, many years.... and there's nothing we like more than sharing it. For first time explorers and veteran travellers alike, our vision is to take you on an imaginative, inspiring journey experiencing some of our favourite places and people in Asia and Australia.
Plus of course all the adventure, escape, indulgence and fulfillment you can handle.
Immerse yourself in a great adventure, whether it's cycling high country Victoria or trekking the highest of the Himalayas. All the while knowing you have full support and assistance from highly experienced western and local leaders, whose specialist knowledge and cultural insights will help you explore & really get the most from your holiday.
We're a small company and we enjoy providing a friendly, personal service where you're treated as an individual not a booking number (no call centres here!). Being specialists allows us to deliver a level of care and quality that comes from being focused. We pride ourselves on our intimate knowledge of the destinations we choose and the extraordinary effort we put into each and every one of our itineraries. Most importantly we care that you have the best possible experience, because travel is ultimately about fulfilling dreams.
Plus of course all the adventure, escape, indulgence and fulfillment you can handle.
Immerse yourself in a great adventure, whether it's cycling high country Victoria or trekking the highest of the Himalayas. All the while knowing you have full support and assistance from highly experienced western and local leaders, whose specialist knowledge and cultural insights will help you explore & really get the most from your holiday.
We're a small company and we enjoy providing a friendly, personal service where you're treated as an individual not a booking number (no call centres here!). Being specialists allows us to deliver a level of care and quality that comes from being focused. We pride ourselves on our intimate knowledge of the destinations we choose and the extraordinary effort we put into each and every one of our itineraries. Most importantly we care that you have the best possible experience, because travel is ultimately about fulfilling dreams.
The promise: Something we'd like to say before you pay.
In a word: Quality.
Many people promise it, but very few provide it.
Firstly, we know that nowadays people desire a certain level of comfort along with their adventure, so great accommodation and the best of local food is a hallmark of our trips. At the end of an exciting day, when you've absorbed as much culture and exercise as you possibly can, there's nothing better than great surroundings and delicious cuisine to leave you feeling refreshed and happy.
But then, we also know that the true quality of an active trip depends on much more than just good accommodation and food. You need fully qualified, specialist leaders who know how to run a trek or cycle trip safely. You need the right bikes, that are properly maintained by people who know what they are doing and where they are going (take a tumble or a wrong turn in the middle of Mongolia and you''ll know about it!).
Many people promise it, but very few provide it.
Firstly, we know that nowadays people desire a certain level of comfort along with their adventure, so great accommodation and the best of local food is a hallmark of our trips. At the end of an exciting day, when you've absorbed as much culture and exercise as you possibly can, there's nothing better than great surroundings and delicious cuisine to leave you feeling refreshed and happy.
But then, we also know that the true quality of an active trip depends on much more than just good accommodation and food. You need fully qualified, specialist leaders who know how to run a trek or cycle trip safely. You need the right bikes, that are properly maintained by people who know what they are doing and where they are going (take a tumble or a wrong turn in the middle of Mongolia and you''ll know about it!).
The greenness: Like you, we love our planet and its people.
Minimizing the environmental impact from the way we travel, the places we visit and the cultures we experience, is an absolute priority in everything we do. It's that simple.
We were one of the first to include compulsory carbon offsets on our overseas group flights and always look for ways to improve our impact on the ground. We closely monitor our group's environmental and cultural impacts and take onboard feedback and suggestions from our travellers on how we can improve.In today's world travelling lightly is no longer just an admirable sentiment but a neccessity.
Over the past 6 years the adventures we have initiated have helped raise over $12 million in funds for a range of charities here in Australia and overseas. We continue our commitment to support causes dear to our heart with donations from every trip we run.
So, rest assured, your RAW experience will leave a positive, lasting impact on the places you visit.
We were one of the first to include compulsory carbon offsets on our overseas group flights and always look for ways to improve our impact on the ground. We closely monitor our group's environmental and cultural impacts and take onboard feedback and suggestions from our travellers on how we can improve.In today's world travelling lightly is no longer just an admirable sentiment but a neccessity.
Over the past 6 years the adventures we have initiated have helped raise over $12 million in funds for a range of charities here in Australia and overseas. We continue our commitment to support causes dear to our heart with donations from every trip we run.
So, rest assured, your RAW experience will leave a positive, lasting impact on the places you visit.
Dave Reynolds and Mike Howell
Founders RAW Travel
Founders RAW Travel