Find your holiday to Lake Atitlan

They say: "Gecko’s takes you into the Patagonian wilderness, treks the paths of the Inca through the Andes mountains, ventures into Amazonian jungles and lets you bask on Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands whilst watching all that wildlife go by."

We say: "Less hassle and less expensive than ‘go it alone’ back packing trips, Gecko’s has come up with adventure-filled tours to all the classic Latin American destinations including Peru, Bolivia, Galapagos, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Cuba, Mexico and Guatemala."

They say: "From trekking Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania to wandering through the markets of Marrakech, going for a swim in azure blue waters of Caye Caulker in Belize or snorkelling with sea lions in the Galapagos, on a Gecko’s adventure you’ll truly open your eyes to every imaginable experience."

We say: "They call it travelling with no limits. This Gecko’s worldwide brochure takes you on grassroots adventures to Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, China, South East Asia, Africa and Latin America, with new destinations including Malawi and Israel."

They say: "Your adventure begins now with Peregrine! Our culture and wildlife-based trips are all about giving you an in depth look into the most fascinating destinations in the world, from the ancient city of Petra in Jordan to the wildlife of Sabah in Borneo, our adventures do way more than just scratch the surface."

We say: "Peregrine has several new destinations for 2009 including exploring the wilderness lands of the New Zealand and Australia, such as Cradle Mountain in Tasmania or the Galapagos with Cusco and the Sacred Valley."

They say: "These biking adventure tours are designed to relax and recharge those batteries, whilst at the same time being exhilarating, challenging and thrilling. The wide choice of tours means there’s bound to be something to tempt you and give you a holiday with some long-lasting memories of a rather fine adventure on two wheels."

We say: "From their ‘get started’ weekends in Derbyshire and the Lake District to the gnarly terrain of Peru, Saddle Skedaddle has a mountain bike tour to suit you. You can even let them hire a bike for you as the company has a partnership with quality manfacturer Giant."

They say: "Discover a whole new world in the company of our expert tour managers, cruise teams, local guides and specialists lecturers. They will be your partners as you delve into fresh encounters, see hidden treasures and experience local traditions in destinations worldwide."

We say: "This is the Page and Moy brochure that has EVERYTHING in it. From escorted tours to Indias golden triangle, immersing yourself in the fun and culture of Brazil, doing a city break in Barcelona or perhaps Prague, to taking a relaxing river cruise, there really is something for everyone in this ultimate holiday collection for 2009."

They say: "Whether you’re a first time adventure seeker or a seasoned independent traveller, we can help you to discover the world’s most amazing people, places, culture and landscapes. It’s all about experiencing the world in an authentic and exciting way."

We say: "Tucan has adventure travel to destinations around the world covered, from independent travel and discovery tours in private vehicles to budget overland touring adventures. You might well find yourself relaxing in a Turkish bath in Budapest or elephant trekking in Chiang Mai."