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Wild Planet Adventures has added a special Laos portion to its new Thailand itinerary where wildlife lovers can be part of one of the most unique eco-tour projects in the world.

Deep in the rainforest, an innovative network of zip-lines and tree houses offer an unprecedented vantage point where travelers can witness endangered Gibbons singing duets with their mates. These primates, once thought to be extinct, can be viewed from five tree houses that tower high above the canopy.

The Gibbon Experience is an exemplary model of wildlife eco-tourism – a combination of hardcore conservation and a serious humanitarian effort. This experience has been enthusiastically embraced by the local population, which participated in its planning, implementation, and operation. As a result, local communities are proud, jobs are generated, rainforest is protected, and wildlife poaching has decreased. Each tree house is stewarded by a trained local guide from a different village.

A generous portion of visitor fees go to the local villages for critical community items such as tractors and health care. The Wild Planet Adventures package includes choice of tree house, priority 4WD transportation, and a naturalist guide who will accompany travelers on their journey from Thailand.

Wild Planet offers the Gibbon Experience by itself or as the final portion of its new Thailand Ultimate Wildlife Itinerary, which offers wildlife enthusiasts the opportunity to view wild elephants, tigers, and 900 species of birds in the rainforests of Thailand, as well as cultural segments.

Josh Cohen, 415-925-4300,

josh@wildplanetadventures.com

http://www.wildplanetadventures.com

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