Extraordinary experiences, locations, and memories
Extraordinary Journeys
- Located In:
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United States
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2008)
- Member Of:
- IATA, APTA & Safari Professionals
- Tour Types:
- Custom luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $2,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Leslie Keller | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our Botswana Adventure-Perfection!
Along with a group of Asheville folks, my husband Graham and I travelled to Botswana for what was truly an Extraordinary Journey!! John Moody planned this trip, as he did our previous trip to South Africa, to perfection! Such beautiful camps, absolutely stunning wildlife-we saw everything!! It was a magical trip, memories that all of us will treasure for a lifetime.
Amazing and responsive
We used EJ for our trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar earlier this year. We travel a lot as a family and normally plan things ourselves. It became clear pretty early on that we'd need help with planning a safari. It also became clear that EJ was the company best suited to us. It was't just the level of service or degrees of expertise provided (at this price point, I think there any number of companies that are at least comparable in that regard), it was the way they listened. Pearl and her partners spent so much time really trying to figure out what kind of experience we wanted, and then designed a trip which satisfied all our desires, including a few we would never have known to ask for. The end result was truly unforgettable; not just a dream safari, but OUR dream safari! Not only would we recommend them to anyone (and have done so many times already), but we wouldn't think of going back on safari without their help. Extraordinary indeed!
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Email Laura | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Honeymoon Safari In Tarangire NP
Both my husband and I were blown away with the professionalism, organization, warmth and friendliness, quality, knowledge, and overall every aspect of our safari. We can't stop gushing about it to everybody we talk to, and can't wait to go again! The staff at the Kichuguu greeted us with juice, warm towels, and never let us carry our bags. They were kind, courteous, attentive to our needs, and respectful of our space. Their attention to detail in the room was evident - that is the swankiest lodging in which we have ever stayed! On our last night, they made our honeymoon extra special, giving us our own table under the starts and offering us a bottle of Champagne on the camp! The food was outstanding, the amenities first rate, and we definitely felt like we were part of the family. They were also super enthusiastic to be there and share their knowledge of wildlife calls with us around "Bush TV" and in the morning they greeted with a cheerfulness that really kickstarted our day. We definitely felt like VIPs. At EJ, Alli and Kim were hyper-attentive and helpful and prompt with their correspondence, easing us through packing, payments, and letting us know what to expect upon pick-up. The pre-trip document had itineraries, great tips, guidelines, suggestions, etc. It was a convenient, first-rate resource both before and while in Tanzania, and we referenced it several times. All of the pre-travel docs were easy and convenient to fill out. Overall, Kim and Alli did not pressure us into something that we did not want or need. We told them what we wanted to see/experience and they came up with a tailored itinerary that checked off every box we gave them. It is evident that they have a strong and professional grasp of the products that they offer.
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Email Sean | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Extraordinary
Over the past two years I have more than once given Extraordinary Journeys an impossible task of planning the safari I dream up with minimal notice (I am talking about bespoke safaris with weeks notice). Each time Kim and her staff have pulled it off seamlessly. No doubt, it could have never been possible without their experience, planning, coordination and execution. This involves an unsurpassed level of dedication to their clients whether it involves putting in extra time unexpectedly or after hours work to make sure I was good to go! I highly recommend the team at Extraordinary Journeys without reservation.
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Email Geoff Grenert | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
John Moody and Extraordinary Journeys have proven to be the very best at what they do.
We have traveled throughout most of the world, at times by ourselves, as well as with tour groups, and I must say that traveling with you and Extraordinary Journeys is the highlight of all of our travels. Of course, being in South Africa, and being so close to those magnificent animals, brought us so wonderfully close to nature and our place in it, that it made the trip that much more special. Being able to reach out and actually touch a lion or a leopard, in the wild, was thrilling. Fortunately I was warned not to.
The accommodations were first class, the in-country travel was both smooth and interesting, and it proved to be an exceptional educational experience. The Apartheid Museum, Nelson Mandela's home, Soweto and the history of that beautiful country is etched in my memories forever. Table mountain and CapeTown alone were worth the trip. Your choices of hotels, Safari Camps, restaurants and guides was as good as it gets. The people you contract with (especially Clive and Johan) are professional, informed, interesting and they cared about fulfilling all of our needs and answering all of our questions, some before we even asked.
So, I have to give you FIVE STARS. But beyond all of the above, I have to commend you and your staff for making this a trip of a lifetime. From the initial contact with Frances, all the way to our boarding the plane home, your attention to detail, constant communication, close attention to everyone on the tour, and just being the perfect and generous host, you and EJ were as good as it gets.
And I have to admit, that in all of our travels, either personally planned by us, or through a travel agency or through a tour group such as yours, EJ was by a wide margin, the very best.
Thank you and Frances and the rest of the staff at EJ for providing the trip of a lifetime.
Best regards,
Geoff Grenert
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Email Dr. Donna Riechmann | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded Expectations!
Our trip, led by John Moody of Extraordinary Journeys, was just that - extraordinary. From the planning stages to our return home, we were well taken care of. We have traveled extensively, both on our own and with tour groups, and this trip was superior in terms of customer service, attention to detail, and accommodations. Of course, being on safari was a huge highlight, and we could not have been more impressed with the people we met and the thrill of spotting wildlife, from herds of elephants to a solitary cape buffalo. I highly recommend Extraordinary Journeys for their ability to plan and deliver exceptional travel experiences.
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Email Cindy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An extraordinary trip with Extraordinary Journeys!
Extraordinary Journeys made our highly anticipated trip to Zambia and Tanzania absolutely brilliant! Kim Green, Laura Cicalese and their team listened to our requests and put together a journey that exceeded my expectations. We visited Tanzania, Victoria Falls and Zambia, and saw amazing wildlife and had incredible adventures and experiences. They took the time to find out what we liked to do and what we hoped to see, then tailored the trip to the information that we provided. It was very helpful to have several telephone conversations with Kim and Laura, and they were always available to answer our MANY questions. I hope to have the chance to travel with Extraordinary Journeys again!
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Email PVL | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Exceptional Experience Start to Finish
The trip to Rwanda and Kenya was exceptionally well prepared and executed. The staff at Extraordinary Journeys has direct hands-on relationships with local guides and tour operators providing the most VIP experiences for customers. The pre-departure call was critical and every detail is reviewed: air, hotels, itinerary, add-on experiences... everything! The quality of service is the highest I have received and therefore the safari itself was beyond my best expectations. The guides (Anderson in Kigali, Loyce at the Rwandan gorillas, Gladys at Mara North Conservancy) were the best. The timing was perfect: exactly the right amount of time for each experience. 100% satisfied!!
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Email Carol | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A life-changing experience!
Extraordinary Journeys organized a safari i Tanzania for me along with my 14 and 17 yr-old granddaughters. The organization was perfect and I took the personalized guide EJ provided me on every excursion. It was helpful and made our trip very manageable. Our driver was excellent, spotting animals long before we did, and the animals! Well! We took a great tourist guide of Tanzania with us and checked off 19 different animals we saw and many beautiful birds. We also saw magnificent lizards and trees. The sunsets were glorious, the lodges comfortable and exotic, and service everywhere friendly and impeccable. To experience all of this splendor with my two granddaughters was truly a life-changer. We'll never forget it.
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Email Megan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Adventure Yet
My husband and I celebrated our 6th wedding anniversary with a magnificent vacation to Rwanda, D.R. Congo, Tanzania, and Kenya planned with help from Extraordinary Journeys. We travel frequently and were very impressed with the thoughtful planning from this company. They had every transition so well thought out, arranged the most beautiful and luxurious places for us to stay that were optimal for viewing the animals we wanted to see, and made every effort possible to make this a special trip for us while ensuring we got to do everything we wanted to on the trip. We appreciated the fantastic communication regarding every last detail both before and during the trip, which in speaking to fellow travelers can sometimes be hard to come by with some other travel companies. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking to ensure all details are taken care of and communicated properly so that they can enjoy a carefree, luxurious, and adventure packed vacation.