zegrahm expeditions’ announces first-ever “circumnavigation of sumatra” cruise

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    Zegrahm Expeditions Announces First-Ever Circumnavigation of Sumatra Cruise

    Zegrahm Expeditions will extend its tradition of offering exclusive journeys andunique circumnavigation voyages in 2011, when it operates a Circumnavigationof Sumatra cruise in January aboard Clipper Odyssey. Sumatra, located in WesternIndonesia, is the 6th largest island in the world, and contains a rich diversity of natural and cultural highlights ideal for Zegrahms small-ship, expeditio

    n cruising concept.

    Seattle, WA, May 11, 2010 -- Zegrahm Expeditions will extend its tradition of offering exclusive journeys and unique circumnavigation voyages in 2011, when itoperates a Circumnavigation of Sumatra cruise in January aboard Clipper Odyssey. Sumatra, located in Western Indonesia, is the sixth largest island in the world, and contains a rich diversity of natural and cultural highlights ideal forZegrahms small-ship, expedition cruising concept.

    The maneuverability, comfort, and Zodiac capability of the 110-passenger ClipperOdyssey, makes the ship well-suited for a robust exploration of Sumatra. The 18-day Circumnavigation of Sumatra cruise departs January 3, 2011; the Clipper Ody

    ssey will sail in a counter-clockwise direction around the island, making numerous landings for visits to remote villages, historic sites, and national parks. The voyage begins and ends in Singapore an interesting destination itself, andconvenient for international flights.

    On this Circumnavigation of Sumatra cruise Zegrahm presents a destination of beautiful tropical rainforests, towering mountains and volcanoes, and a vast arrayof ethnic peoples boasting 52 different languages. A wealth of national parksare home to over 200 mammal species, including nine that are endemic to the mainisland and 14 that are endemic to the Mentawai Islands. A special highlight ofthis voyage is the opportunity to view orphaned Sumatran orangutans at Bukit Lawang Orangutan Rehabilitation Station. Birders search for some of the 580 speciesrecorded on the island, such as the blue-masked leafbird, Sumatran drongo, and

    spot-necked bulbul.

    In the highlands, the cultures of indigenous peoples have endured for generations. The Batak have a special dress code, religious beliefs, and customs, and their dwellings are elaborately decorated. On Nias Island, travelers will witness the traditional practice of stone-jumping, where young boys prove their manhood byjumping over six-foot-high stone megaliths. Participants will also meet the Minangkabau, a matrilineal society that uniquely combines Islamic beliefs with their traditional animist philosophy.

    Like Zegrahms other programs, this Sumatra cruise is fully guided by the industrys brightest leaders and lecturers. Company co-founder Mike Messick will be th

    e Expedition Leader, with a roster of naturalists, historians and scientists aboard, highlighted by Dr. Jonathan Rossouw and Kevin Clement two of the worldstop wildlife experts.

    Reservations for Zegrahms Circumnavigation of Sumatra cruise are being acceptednow and a brochure is available. Departures on new itineraries have a tendencyto fill quickly. For reservations or more information, please contact Zegrahm and Eco Expeditions at 800-628-8747 or 206-285-400. Details are also accessible online at http://www.zeco.com.

    DIGITAL IMAGES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

    Seattle-based Zegrahm Expeditions Inc., founded in 1990, is a leading adventure

    travel company specializing in small-ship expedition cruises, tours, and safaristo remote and intriguing destinations around the world. Led by expert guides and lecturers, Zegrahm itineraries are carefully crafted and all-inclusive, featur

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    e deluxe accommodations, and operate in all seven continents. For more information, please access http://www.zeco.com.

    Contact:Carmin ArnotZegrahm & Eco ExpeditionsSeattle, WA

    [email protected]://www.zeco.com