World Expeditions, in association with Free The Bears Fund, has developed
unique eco-tours that visit our sanctuaries in Laos, Cambodia and India.
- Imagine being up close and personal with the bears.
- Gaining access to areas not open to the public.
- Helping out with the enrichment program and food preparation.
Join us on a unique adventure where you can make a difference.
In March 2008 Helen Cracknell of Free
The Bears Fund will be the escort on a unique journey into the mystical heart of
Cambodia and Laos to help raise funds for the Free the Bears Conservation centre
in Phnom Penh. Dates for the trip are 7th March to 22nd
March 2008.
Please make enquiries to World Expeditions 1300 720 000.
More information below.
Places are limited, and only a small number of lucky people will get to
experience this adventure in a season. You will be escorted by an experienced
local guide and by a representative from Free The Bears Fund, to ensure you
enjoy a unique learning experience.
LAOS AND CAMBODIA DISCOVERY
THE TRIP
This fantastic journey, escorted by Free the Bears Fund’s representatives,
focuses on the fantastic work being done in Laos and Cambodia by the Free The
Bears Fund and provides a colourful insight into the culturally diverse
countries of Laos and Cambodia. This is a great opportunity where YOU can make a
difference.
Of all the Indo-China regions, it is Laos and Cambodia that still remain
delightfully authentic, where development is still at arms length and where the
pace of life moves as slowly as the Mekong River that passes through these
lands.
We visit the ancient cities of Luang Prabang with its colourful pre French
colonisation architecture, wander the tree lined streets of Phnom Penh, explore
the incredible temples of Angkor as well as donating our time to help out with
the day to day running of the Bear rehabilitation centres at Kuang Xi in Laos
and Phnom Tamao in Cambodia.
WORLD EXPEDITIONS AND FREE THE BEARS
Free the Bears Fund Inc and World Expeditions started working closely together
in October 2004 and organised their inaugural fundraising journey to Cambodia
and Laos, which departed in March 2005. A further two trips have travelled to
Cambodia and Laos helping raise $42,000 for the Fund to directly help the Bears.
These funds have been used to build the “World Expeditions” veterinary clinic in
the grounds of the Phnom Tamao Zoological Gardens and Wildlife Rescue Centre.
We would like to thank all the people that travelled on our Free the Bears
journeys and hope that many other people can also enjoy this amazing adventure
of a lifetime!
Some feedback from our previous journeys:
“What can I say except it was the most memorable trip with such
wonderful company – all like minded, caring supporters who just loved the
bears and the whole tour” – MARY HUTTON
“I am sure I speak for everyone in the group in firmly recommending
similar future trips to any supporters who can make it. The chance to get up
close and personal and cuddly with the Bears is one not to be missed” –
HOWARD WHEATLEY
“You will remember the great local tour guides on this fabulous tour
and you will never forget all your travelling companions who were other bear
lovers. You will never forget your Free the Bears Fund tour to Laos and
Cambodia” – TOM BOYLE
“Thanks again World Expeditions for a wonderful holiday, it was a life
changing experience. One that I'll never forget and to be able to see where
our money is going in the sanctuaries, the vet clinic and to see the bears
looking so well, was truly sensational” - ROBBIE STUART
“I just wanted to let you (World Expeditions) know that the Free The
Bears trip to Laos and Cambodia, which I have just returned from was
wonderful. We had lots of time and opportunity to get up close and personal
with the bears, especially the adorable bear cubs in the Cambodian office of
FTB. We had a really great bunch of people who went on the trip - all animal
lovers obviously.” – LYNETTE CHEVERALL
FREE THE BEARS FUND ESCORTS
(Please enquire which Fund representative will accompany you on your
particular trip)
MARY HUTTON
Since registering Free the Bears Fund is 1995 Mary Hutton has personally
organized all the necessary equipment to be sent to Cambodia, Thailand and Laos
from Western Australia to build sanctuaries and retreats for rescued bears in
S.E. Asia whilst liaising with governments of these countries to establish good
working relationships.
Mary is extremely passionate and knowledgeable regarding all aspects of the
bears and is excited at the prospect of sharing her enthusiasm and experience
with members of this journey. Mary has tirelessly organised the relocation of
three Sun Bears to Taronga Zoo and three Sun Bears to Perth Zoo, all saved from
the restaurant trade in Cambodia.
Keeping a hands-on approach to the fund is very important and Mary has
traveled to the countries where sanctuaries have been built to ensure they are
being run on a high standard and the bears are cared for in the most
professional way. Since 1995 Mary has worked for the fund on a completely
voluntary basis.
HELEN CRACKNELL
Helen is Secretary for the Free the Bears Fund Committee and has been working
closely with Mary at the Free the Bears Fund Office in Perth since 2003. Since
the early 1980's Helen has been closely involved in animal welfare in both
England and Australia mainly in the field of campaigning and raising awareness
in the general public.
She feels very strongly about Free the Bears Fund and the work she does for this
very worthwhile organization as it not only helps to save these beautiful bears
from terrible cruelty but also actively seeks to change the circumstances that
lead to such brutality. Helen has a degree in philosophy and politics and is a
devoted animal lover.
For enquiries about tours including price and availability, please send an email
to holiday@worldexpeditions.com.au
or info@freethebears.org.au.
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