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If you haven’t done it yet, now’s the time! A climb to the roof of Africa is a “high” in more ways than one, and you’ll celebrate your achievement with a fantastic wildlife safari in Africa’s Eden.

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Tim Burford

Tim Burford has written hiking guidebooks to many regions, from Romania to Argentina, and is the author of the authoritative Hiking Guide to Poland & Ukraine, published by Bradt, UK. When not writing or leading our hiking adventures in the mountains of Europe, he enjoys sailing and cycling. Tim holds a master's in French and Literature from Oxford and lives in Cambridge, England, but his great passion is for the mountains, trails, and cultures of Central Europe.

Upcoming Trips:

Bavaria and the Tyrol, July 7-14, 2012
Heart of Switzerland, July 16-24, 2012
Hiking the Haute Route, August 6-18, 2012
Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean, August 26-September 8, 2012

Client Testimonials:

Tim was a true gentleman. I enjoyed listening to his stories of hiking all over Europe and South America. I had no doubt that I was safe and secure, even in rough terrain. Jennifer K., Glenview IL Tim Burford is a well traveled and knowledgeable leader and an asset to WT. We’d love to travel with him again. Julie R., Bainbridge Island WA

Tim was an excellent leader. He was very attentive to those of us who were slower than the rest of the group. Carole M., Santa Cruz, CA
Villages and Monasteries of Bulgaria Tim Burford is a well traveled and knowledgeable leader and an asset to WT. We'd love to travel with him again. Julie R., Bainbridge Island WA
Tour du Mont Blanc