Can you still ride the Iron Ore Train in Mauritania?
For many people planning to travel to Mauritania, there is one experience that sits firmly at the top of the list: riding the legendary Mauritania Iron Ore Train across the Sahara Desert. Stretching for more than 700 kilometres between a key mining region and the Atlantic, this remarkable railway is far more than simply one […]
Destinations 2027: Holiday & Travel Show Offer
Untamed Borders will be appearing at the Destinations 2027 – Holiday & Travel Show, at the Olympia in London (28th to 31st January 2027). In the build up to the show we’ve put together a special offer – 10% off any Untamed Borders’ group trip itinerary (terms & conditions apply). You can see all our […]
How long will the Darvaza Gas Crater continue to burn?
In the middle of Turkmenistan’s Karakum Desert, far from the polished marble avenues of the capital – Ashgabat, fire burns out a hole in the earth, day and night. This is the Darvaza Gas Crater, one of the most surreal sights in Central Asia and one of the most memorable things to see in Turkmenistan. […]
Destinations 2027: Holiday & Travel Show Offer
Untamed Borders will be appearing at the Destinations 2027 – Holiday & Travel Show, at the Olympia in London (28th January to 31st January 2027). In the build up to the show we’ve put together a special offer – 10% off any Untamed Borders’ group trip itinerary (terms & conditions apply). You can see all […]
Afghanistan ski film now Emmy award winning
We are delighted to announce that the Champions of the Golden Valley film, which tells the story of skiing in Afghanistan, and which we helped organise logistics for, is now Emmy award winning. It was a real pleasure to guide the film crew around a country we are so passionate about and showcase the wonderful […]