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Gap Year Travel in Africa
Pathfinders expeditions are the perfect gap year travel option for those looking to experience a spirit of adventure while on their gap year abroad.
If you're an adventure junkie and have a burning desire to travel and experience the heartbeat of real Africa during your student gap year, our expeditions are ideal for you.
Providing an African adventure to students & gap year travellers
Above all, backpacker travel expeditions with Pathfinders are best suited to students and gap year travellers who want to laugh with Africa's people, indulge in African culture and immerse themselves in the continent's abundant wildlife.
For gap year travel with an adrenaline rush, join Pathfinders for an African odyssey you won't forget.


