We’re living vicariously through a pair of travelers fresh from the Argentinian/Chilean border. Patagonia is a top destination for any self-respecting backpacker and one of the most intriguing vacations for adventure-junkies offered by Adventure International. One of the coolest travel services we’ve come across in a while, Adventure International is a service that began years ago with just a few African safaris led by local guides. They now offer some of the most incredible travel expeditions in the world, criss-crossing continents to the most exotic locations all with a focus on keeping a light footprint and enhancing the livelihood of local communities.

There are a few of these excursions we’re more likely to enjoy through the lens of another’s camera – the gorilla tracking trips and mountain-biking safaris are well beyond our almond milk latte-drinking grasp. But others, like this amazing Eco Camp in Patagonia and the Tanzanian yoga safari seem within reach – exotic luxury with just enough adventure for your trainer at home to appreciate.

Overall, this travel company is raising the bar on our idea of what a vacation should be. We love this couple’s reflections on their trek through the Andes below. Let it spark a few vacationing daydreams and then shop the unorthodox catalog at Adventure International to book your next vacay on the next level.