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A BACKPACK FULL OF HOT SUMMER ADVENTURE GETAWAYS FROM MOUNTAIN TRAVEL SOBEK

It's getting to be getting-away time again, and Mountain Travel Sobek, the world's premier adventure travel company, has got its getaways lined up good. Indeed, MTS has 31 new trips on the roster this year alone. Following are a few of MTS's most popular adventure tours, each one just right for the summer months to come.

* Hiking Yosemite's Ansel Adams Wilderness: While everybody knows about the wilds of Yosemite, barely anyone knows about this picturesque region along the southern edge of the National Park, named for the most famous wilderness photographer of them all. Mules will carry your load through the rugged granite ridges, past dramatic scenic vistas and alpine lakes as you snap, snap, snap until your camera gets sore. A lovely, easy-going and family-friendly trip. (Three summer departures between July 13 and September 7. From $1,490.)

* Middle Fork of the Salmon: If you think this six-day river adventure is only about whitewater, then you don't know Salmon. Besides more than 100 miles of scenic beauty and at least that many rapids along one of North America's premier wilderness rivers, you'll get face-to-face with abundant wildlife, explore pristine canyons and soothe your aching rotator cuffs in bubbling natural springs. (Ten summer departures between now and August 18. From $1,690.)

* Ultimate Botswana Safari: Shhhhhhhh, something's stirring out there, and there, and there! This 18-day ramble through Botswana's hinterlands is safari-ing at its best. Prepare to stare, agog and gasp your way through Chobe National Park, Linyanti Private Game Preserve and the Okavango Delta. And you haven't slept until you've closed the tent flaps at deluxe and private campsites in the African Bush. (Seven high-season departures between June 18 and October 8. From $4,590.)

* Mont Blanc Circuit: Big bad Mont Blanc used to scare the wits out of even the heartiest Alpine travelers. You'll soak in the glory of this craggy wonder from afar, but close enough to feel its wonder as you wander through an awe-inspiring landscape of glaciers, peaks and towering spires. It's a tough trek, but the cozy comforts of evenings in welcoming mountain inns make it a must do. (Eight summer departures between now and September 9. From $2,890.)

* Uganda Gorilla Tracking: There is, we repeat, is, no sound more thrilling than a chest-beating session among the mountain gorillas of Uganda. This rigorous, 13-day traverse through Uganda by foot and four-wheel is an amazing opportunity to witness one of the world's rarest creatures in the wild, and up to a dozen other primates as well. (Three summer departures beginning June 20. From $4,550.)

* Canadian Rockies Sampler: There's something about the relaxed pace of Canada that seems fitting just now, and this seven-day stroll through the Rockies' should fit you to a tee. Everything one could ask for from an outdoor vacation, including exhilarating hikes, river rafter, horseback riding, and sky-high gorgeous scenery. (Fourteen summer departures between now and September 13. From $1,690.)

* Glacier Bay Adventure: Skitter across one of the least visited regions of Glacier Bay National Park. This six day paddle-powered voyage includes five days by sea kayak past remote, pristine and wondrous wilderness. You'll have to be in good condition to go, but rest assured you'll be in better condition by the time you leave. (Six summer departures between now and August 23. From $1,895.)

For more information on these great spring getaways, or any of Mountain Travel Sobek's many adventure offerings, call 1-888-MTSOBEK (687-6235) or visit the website at http://www.mtsobek.com.

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