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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
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 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 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 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.
Extraordinary Journeys provides 'extraordinary' service!
Extraordinary Journeys took care of all the details so that we could relax and enjoy our Tanzanian adventure. They kept our interests and budget in mind as they planned our trip, in the end giving us more value for the money than another well known tour company that we talked to.
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Email Marty Henderson | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
extraordinary Ethiopian adventure
Our adventure in Ethiopia was perfect from the beginning to the end. Our guide, Ermias Tamiru, was knowledgeable, friendly, flexible and fun! In just 12 short days we were able to see much of the country and certainly many of the highlights. We were able to enjoy historical monuments and museums as well as natural hikes and cultural markets. I would not change a thing. Lara Ray did a spectacular job of setting up the tour, keeping us informed and helping us to be prepared.
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Email Jessica | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extraordinary Journeys was absolutely wonderful to work with!
Every experience we had with Extraordinary Journeys was truly delightful. They did a terrific job of listening to exactly what we were looking for in our trip and making it happen.
My husband was sick upon arrival to Africa and the Extraordinary Journeys team re-arranged everything for us on a second's notice. Everything was seamless and taken care of. I definitely recommend working with them.
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Email Manisha | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the best experiences of my life
Extraordinary Journey did an incredible job with booking my trip. This was a birthday gift to myself, my best friend and I went on this amazing trip and I was very happy. From the help in the beginning to the end, they were nothing but gracious, helpful, and knowledgeable. They helped picked the perfect properties to match my personality and what all I wanted to do, they were incredibly helpful with tips and how-to's from everything to where to stay to how much to tip. I am looking forward to booking my next trip with them.