From breathtaking views to irreplaceable experiences, every adventure has its rewards. The Windows Vista Partner Odyssey is no different.

Partners who prove to be Windows Vista Adventurers and Ambassadors (as defined in the rewards below) have worked hard to share their vision. Deservedly, they'll appear here on this site for the world to see.

In addition to recognition, those selected for the Windows Vista Partner Odyssey will earn one of the following:

An unforgettable adventure.

Five partners will be named Windows Vista Ambassadors and receive their choice of an adventure to be experienced by an individual or as a team. The location, length, and exact itinerary of the adventure depend on only two factors: a US$10,000 limit (per adventure) and the imagination of the Ambassador. A private travel agency is available to help plan and make any and all arrangements.

Some proposed adventures include:

  • Shark diving in South Africa.

    An open-water swim in the great white shark capital of the world.

  • Swinging through Costa Rica's canopy.

    A zip-line tour of the Talamanca mountain rainforest.

  • Trekking on top of the world.

    An unforgettable hike in the Himalayas.

  • Patagonia by kayak and horseback.

    A journey over land and sea through a rarely traveled wilderness.

  • Dogsledding in Scandinavia.

    An arctic expedition with nights in Sweden's ICEHOTEL.

  • Exotic rock climbing in Thailand.

    A vertical beach experience surrounded by sapphire water, emerald jungle, and limestone walls.

  • Sailing the Galápagos Islands.

    A naturalist's quest following in Darwin's footsteps.

  • Exploring the Inca Trail.

    A trek to Peru's lost ruins of Machu Picchu.

  • African wildlife safari.

    A fully supported safari across the grasslands of Kenya.

  • Cave rafting in New Zealand.

    A winding journey through underground glowing caves.

Any adventure can be designed to accommodate special needs and interests. For more information, please see the Terms and Conditions.

A loaded adventure backpack.

Up to 500 selected partners will be named Windows Vista Adventurers, and the person who submits the nomination form will receive a rugged Oakley backpack filled with equipment to support their trailblazing endeavors. Contents include:

  • Polycarbonate water bottle
  • Binoculars
  • Ultra-bright LED crank flashlight
  • Multi-function survival tool with red LED light, thermometer, compass, whistle, storage compartment, mirror, magnifying glass, and nylon cord
  • Pedometer
  • Sunscreen kit
  • Moleskine travel journal