Issue 165: Fishing Cat Expedition

Hey Explorer,

This is Adventure Fix, the newsletter that helps you discover extraordinary journeys and experiences across the globe.

Here’s what we've got for you today:

• Hiking: Manaslu Circuit

• Wildlife Encounters: Fishing Cat Expedition

• Natural Wonders: Dinosaur Footprints of Torotoro National Park

Hiking the Manaslu Circuit

Nepal is great, but some of the popular hikes are way too crowded for our taste. Manaslu however is different. It’s one of the best options for those who are looking to avoid the crowds of Annapurna Circuit or the EBC Trek.

The Manaslu Circuit Trek has everything you'd want from a classic trek in Nepal, epic scenery, authentic moments with local people, and a 17,000-foot (5,100 m) Himalayan pass crossing.

The trek is wild and remote, yet there are teahouses at every stage, so trekkers don’t need to bring tents and food, making it more accessible and affordable than similar treks.

Continue reading on the Adventure Fix’s website »

Fishing Cat Expedition

If you’ve already ticked off lions, tigers, pumas, and leopards from your wildlife bucket list, here’s a unique feline to add to your collection: the Baghrol, also known as the Fishing Cat.

This remarkable wildcat has evolved as a wetland specialist and has several adaptations that allow it to thrive in aquatic environments. With partially webbed feet, a dense fur coat that keeps it warm and dry, and an impressive ability to hunt in water, the Fishing Cat is a true marvel of nature.

Unlike most felines, Fishing Cats are adept swimmers and can even dive underwater to catch their prey. While fish is their primary diet, as their name suggests, these versatile hunters also prey on a variety of other species, including snakes, crabs, birds, and small mammals.

West Bengal, with its rivers, floodplains, and mangroves, serves as a stronghold for the Fishing Cat, making it a prime destination for wildlife enthusiasts who want to see this aquatic feline in the wild.

This expedition can easily be combined with spotting another elusive creature: the Red Panda.

Explore more:

• Fishing Cat: The Cat that Hunts Underwater (video)

• Baghrol Basa (homestay & tours)

Dinosaur Footprints of Toro Toro National Park

Here’s a must-visit destination for all dinosaur enthusiasts: Toro Toro National Park in Bolivia.

This extraordinary park is renowned for its breathtaking limestone formations, dramatic canyons, and, most notably, its remarkable collection of well-preserved dinosaur footprints, which date back millions of years.

One of the most accessible paleontological sites in the park is Siete Vueltas, where visitors can marvel at a series of fossilized tracks etched into the rock.

These footprints, belonging to a variety of species, include those of massive herbivorous sauropods and formidable carnivorous theropods, offering a fascinating glimpse into a prehistoric world.

Explore More: 

• The Ultimate Guide to Torotoro, Bolivia’s National Park (article)

Last Minute Trips of a Lifetime

If you are planning your next adventure trip and still haven’t decided where to go next, here are some suggestions of epic trips to take on before the end of the year.

Some of them have limited availability so don’t wait too long to book if you want to go this year.

Alps 2 Ocean Bike Trail

The Ultimate Bike Ride in New Zealand.

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights

Price: $2,550.00

Available Dates: January to May

Multi-Sport Adventure Cruise in Raja Ampat

Explore caves, tropical islets, and mangrove forests with this multi-sport adventure cruise.

Duration: 12 days

Price: $6,500.00

Available Dates: Nov 17th - 28th - last spot left!

Swimming with Orcas in Norway

Get in the water with the Blackfish in Tromsø.

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights

Price: $3,510.00

Available Dates:

• Dec 17th - 20th

• Dec 21st - 24th

• Dec 31st - Jan 3rd 

Nellim Wilderness Lodge

A great place to see the Northern Lights and do any sort of winter adventures like an Arctic safari using a snowmobile or a husky sled.

Location: Lapland, Finland

Price: From $299.00 USD per night

Season: December to March

Remote Places: The world’s largest desert is in Canada 

Parks: Inside the newest national park in Argentine Patagonia

Animals: Filming wolves in the extreme high Arctic

Astro: This is how an aurora is formed

Tips: Get ready for your next iconic adventure like a pro

Where in the World

Wanna flex your adventure geography skills? Guess where this pic was snapped!

Stumped? No worries. The answer is at the end of this email.

I’d love to hear what you think of this issue, scroll down to the poll to let us know.

Until next time…

Keep exploring,

-Amanda

 ANSWER: The Lake Above the Ocean, Faroe Islands, Denmark