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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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Amazing Journey through Zambia and Malawi
I went on safari with Extraordinary Journeys to Zambia and Malawi. I had the vacation of a lifetime. My wife and I went to South Luangwa where we got a taste for barefoot luxury (Chamalandu Camp), ultra-luxury (Chinzombo Camp), and a more relaxed family feel (Lion Camp). In Malawi, we went off the beaten path (literally!!) with a fabulous adventure trek across the Nyika Plateau. That is easily the best vacation memory that I have! Thank you to Extraordinary Journeys for such a wonderful trip.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Amazing Trip to the Masai Mara in Kenya
My husband and I have had three "lifetime" safaris with Extraordinary Journeys. We are so lucky to have traveled twice to Kenya - both very different times in our lives - and once to South Africa. The animals, tented camps, guides, personalized travel arrangements, all exceeded our very demanding expectations. We were lucky enough to travel to Kiwayu for a beach vacation after seeing every animal on our checklist in the Mara. Later, with our three children we traveled to South Africa and stayed at Tswalu where we got to see a black rhino and felt the love and the danger of being so close. The private game park and its animals and people were very special. Extraordinary Journeys was able to understand what we wanted out of these trips and make it happen perfectly for us.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Luxury meets Rustic
When people try to describe Kenya, Tanzania, or Madagascar, for example, they always conclude with, "you just have to go there to understand it." In the care of Extraordinary Journeys we were really able to finally understand why people always say this. The sharp contrast of the rugged landscape, tenacious people, and utter luxury of minimalist but aesthetically refined accommodations make travel in East Africa something unparalleled in the world.
Everything lived up to and exceeded our expectations. Logistics went off smoothly, our safari guides were knowledgable, respectful and ensured ours and the wildlife's safety and our accommodations were truly sublime.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our Extraordinary Journey in Africa: a well-named company for a truly unforgettable experience!
EJAfrica made the planning a breeze and the trip a dream. Once we had decided to go, we contacted them and they were very attentive, patient and asked key questions that we never would have thought of asking. Then once we arrived, we realized day after day how much they had paid the highest attention to every single one of our requests. Not only that, they also surprised us: we had what we wanted but their creative approach made it even better. If I had to sum it up in just 3 words, I'd say: authenticity meets luxury. Unique, truly inspiring and absolutely recommended!
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Extraordinary Journeys is the best!
Extraordinary Journeys is the best! Planning a trip to Africa can be a daunting experience if you try to do it on your own. There are so many options and price points to decide on and enlisting EJ to plan all the details is the best decision I made when planning my trip. They got to know me, my interests, my budget and put together the most amazing trip that was completely customized for me. No trip detail was overlooked. Pre-trip I received advice of what to bring and a detailed itinerary. While traveling, at every transition point someone was waiting for me and I was warmly welcomed at the lodges. I had no travel “hic-ups” but if I did I had an emergency EJ contact just in case. I can’t wait to go back and explore more of Africa and EJ will definitely be planning my next trip.
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Email Janet | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip to South Africa and Zimbabwe with Extraordinary Journeys
We had the trip of a lifetime, thanks in large part to the easy communication with Jamie at EJ, who quickly got the sense of exactly what we were looking for. We stayed at six different places and she nailed it every time (though of course we had favorites). I had worried that three back-to-back safari destinations would be too much, but each was quite different from the other and we could have continued much longer. Jamie was patient with our extended questions and changes of plans and happily accommodated some less standard requests. The service on the trip was wonderful and we met wonderful people throughout. Highly recommended.
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Email gail z. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was the most Extraordinary Journey of my lifetime!
My daughter, a DJ in Atlanta, Georgia, loves giraffes. One of her listeners sent her a link to Giraffe Manor in Nairobi, Kenya. Thus began my journey to Africa. I have traveled extensively in my 69 years, but never to a place so different from all I know. I was out of my comfort zone and needed some hand holding! After several months of researching various “safari” specialists, I was led to “Extraordinary Journeys “, and Jenny Salentine. Jenny quickly understood my needs and concerns. Within a couple of days she had put together a fabulous itinerary for me and my daughter, which included not only a stay in Giraffe Manor but also a ring side seat to the Great Migration! She also led me to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where for a mere $50 you can adopt an orphaned elephant! Then, while in Nairobi, we were able to visit the Elephant Orphanage during feeding time and get “up close and personal” with the baby elephants. Amazing!!
From the moment we stepped off the plane in Nairobi, someone was there to meet us. This was extremely comforting to me. I had expressed to Jenny my concern about the physical requirements of a safari because of my age …although I am in pretty good shape! In each of the three “camps”, Jenny arranged for our tent to be the closest possible to the main lodge. We were so well cared for in each of the camps that it felt like we were visiting friends! The food was amazing! The guides were fantastic! Everyone, in every camp was delightful and so willing to provide anything we requested. And, twice, while on Safari, I was contact by the local representatives in Nairobi, asking if all was well and did I need anything. Again, very comforting!
Our trip to Africa was an “Extraordinary Journey”. I have never been anywhere where I have felt so profoundly, the magnificence of God’s creation. It was a life altering experience. Thanks to all at Extraordinary Journeys for making in possible.
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Email Linda P | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Magical trip of a lifetime!
There are no words to express our level of gratitude and satisfaction with Dania and the amazing staff of Extraordinary Journeys. From our first conversation expressing our hopeful "wish list" of our Africa experiences until we arrived back in the US, this trip was an effortless, all insecurities erased, trip to a magical wonderland. Within days, Dania had the entire trip planned, our wish list and so much more completed. Nothing was left out, from personal guides, greeters at airports, internal flights within Africa, helicopter transfers and accommodations booked in the most beautiful romantic places we have ever stayed. We travel a lot, but nothing has ever compared to the magic we experienced in South Africa, Zimbabwe and the islands of Mozambique. Our safari time at And Beyond Leadwood Lodge was surreal. Multiple encounters with leopards, lions, rhino, giraffes, hippos, elephants and more all while surrounded in pure luxury and beauty. Staff, service and food amazing here and everywhere in Africa.
In all of our travels around the world, nothing has come close to our Africa experience. This 13 night journey, thanks to Extraordinary Journeys ,allowed us to experience a trip of a lifetime, surpassing all our hopes and wishes. There was not one glitch in the entire trip, Extraordinary Journeys thought of everything! A heartfelt thanks( even though we did leave a piece of our heart in Africa) we will be traveling with EJ again
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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.
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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.