Exceptional Travel

Exceptional Travel We specialise in the very best in bespoke luxury safaris and holidays to Africa, Arabia, Australasia

We specialise in the very best in bespoke luxury safaris and holidays to Africa, Arabia, Australasia, the Indian Ocean Islands and the Indian Subcontinent.

In recent months, we’ve been reflecting on the impact of tourism—not just the visible effects on a landscape, but the ri...
31/07/2025

In recent months, we’ve been reflecting on the impact of tourism—not just the visible effects on a landscape, but the ripple it creates through communities, wildlife, and ecosystems. The recent viral reels from the Serengeti showcases how tourism has gone wildly out of control through irresponsible management and understanding, impacting negatively on the immediate wildlife and future of the area.

As a privately owned travel company, we carry a specific responsibility: to ensure that we align ourselves with partners who look beyond the bottom line. Because when done well, travel should enrich far more than the traveller and we believe this should be an expectation of travel companies to deliver as standard.
If you are interested in learning more on how we do this, read our recent blog, link in bio.



*NEW* we are very excited to have learnt about the newest offering in the Himalayas, Shakti Prana and Shakti Panchachuli...
25/07/2025

*NEW* we are very excited to have learnt about the newest offering in the Himalayas, Shakti Prana and Shakti Panchachuli.

Stylish, seriously comfortable, delicious food and excellent local guides to lead you across the many many miles of trails, all with heart stopping views. Owned by an inspiring man whose love of the mountains, the people and cuisine are all perfectly blended together for guests to enjoy.

Let us know if this is your type of luxury…

Hanoi’s French Quarter: Just south of the lively and maze-like Old Quarter, is the storied heart of Hanoi where French-c...
17/07/2025

Hanoi’s French Quarter: Just south of the lively and maze-like Old Quarter, is the storied heart of Hanoi where French-colonial villas sit beneath banyan trees and the scent of strong Vietnamese coffee drifts through shaded streets. It’s a place to happily spend a morning pottering and enjoying its vibe.

Here are just some of the things we love about the Old Quarter:

✨ Wake to the chime of cathedral bells echoing from St. Joseph’s
✨ Wander past yellow-washed facades and art deco balconies
✨ Discover hidden courtyards serving pho bo with a French twist
✨ Take in a performance at the Hanoi Opera House

One tip…slow down and feel the rhythm of local life, the way.



It’s whale breeding season along South Africa’s Western Cape welcoming Southern Right and Humpback whales into the many ...
03/07/2025

It’s whale breeding season along South Africa’s Western Cape welcoming Southern Right and Humpback whales into the many bays dotted along the coast making it one of the best places in the world for land-based whale watching. Breeding seasons occurs between June – November, South Africa’s winter months, which brings other benefits…

We can offer Exceptional Travel clients looking for a last-minute getaway (from this heat!) up to 30% off stays at our friends Morukuru Beach Lodge between 01 Jul - 11 Sep 2025.

From this beautiful boutique lodge you can even see whales breaching from the comfort of your own bed, as well as enjoying all the activities De Hoop Nature Reserve offer from sand boarding to biking.

Reach out for more info or if you would like to take advantage of this last minute special offer..


There is something charmingly timeless about gliding down the Nile on a traditional dahabiya - a gentle flap of the sai...
23/06/2025

There is something charmingly timeless about gliding down the Nile on a traditional dahabiya - a gentle flap of the sails, the golden light of dusk on ancient temples, the riverbank scenes unchanged for centuries.

Far from the crowds and chaos, this is Egypt at its most serene. A journey both luxurious and rooted in heritage – for those who seek beauty beyond the expected.


8 rooms with knock out views: 1) Wild Hill, Kenya 🇰🇪 2) Shinta Mani Mustang, Nepal 🇳🇵 3) Alila Jabal Akhdar, Om...
18/06/2025

8 rooms with knock out views:

1) Wild Hill, Kenya 🇰🇪
2) Shinta Mani Mustang, Nepal 🇳🇵
3) Alila Jabal Akhdar, Oman 🇴🇲
4) Longitude 131°, Australia 🇦🇺
5) Tintswalu Atlantic, South Africa 🇿🇦
6) Awasi Lodge, Patagonia 🇨🇱
7) Kasbah Bab Ourika, Morocco 🇲🇦
8) Tongabezi, Zambia 🇿🇲



Across Africa, a growing number of social enterprises are creating beautiful, purpose-driven products that directly supp...
12/06/2025

Across Africa, a growing number of social enterprises are creating beautiful, purpose-driven products that directly support local communities and conservation efforts. These initiatives often begin with a simple idea to address a pressing social or environmental challenge, and grow through their transparent, heartfelt commitment to making a positive impact.

By choosing to support these organisations, you’re not only acquiring a unique and authentic item filled with memories, but also helping to create sustainable livelihoods and long-term benefits that ripple throughout the community.

Our most recent blog highlights a collection of inspiring enterprises making waves in their local communities and that we love to visit and support.

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Sri Lanka Revisited 🇱🇰 From timeless temples and golden beaches to hidden cafes and emerging eco-resorts – we returned ...
04/06/2025

Sri Lanka Revisited 🇱🇰

From timeless temples and golden beaches to hidden cafes and emerging eco-resorts – we returned to Sri Lanka to dive deeper, rediscover old favourites, uncover new gems and catch up on the ever-evolving pulse of this incredible island.

Whether you are planning your first or fifth trip to Sri Lanka, our latest blog, an A-Z to Sri Lanka, may give you some top tips for your upcoming trip or bring back memories from your time on the Teardrop of India.

Link in bio 🔗



From the high red dunes of Sossusvlei to the misty beaches of the Skeleton Coast and on to the vast salt pans and grassl...
30/05/2025

From the high red dunes of Sossusvlei to the misty beaches of the Skeleton Coast and on to the vast salt pans and grasslands of Etosha; a Namibian flying safari is not only unique but iconic.




If we say “Safari” do you think “Africa”? Think again! Whilst we have over 80 years combined experience curating safaris...
22/05/2025

If we say “Safari” do you think “Africa”?

Think again! Whilst we have over 80 years combined experience curating safaris throughout Africa and continue to send many clients to Africa each year, the word safari has a wider meaning; a “journey” or “expedition” when in search of wildlife in their natural habitat. And, like the word safari, we too journey further afield, taking our clients to far flung parts of the world on safari…

From the peaks of the Himalayas to the glaciers of the Antarctic, safaris can be found everywhere – you just have to know where to look and who the best local guides are.

Take a look at link in our bio for a few of our favourite safari destinations outside of Africa.



Barefoot luxury at it’s best… the perfect spot for post safari R&R.
09/05/2025

Barefoot luxury at it’s best… the perfect spot for post safari R&R.




As once remarked by Pablo Picasso, “Colours, like features, follow the changes of the emotions”. As you travel through M...
21/02/2024

As once remarked by Pablo Picasso, “Colours, like features, follow the changes of the emotions”. As you travel through Morocco’s changing vibrant landscapes, diverse communities and rich history, colours change with you.

Did you know that each city in Morocco has its own colour? Or, that colour plays a key part within religious symbolism and story telling as Islam does not use images of people or animals in its decoration?

From the fish markets in Tangier in the north to the arid Sahara Desert in the south, the bustling markets of Marrakech to the tranquil blue alleys of Chefchaouen, colours hold deep cultural significance within Moroccan culture.

To read more on this, click the link in our bio.


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