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What our guests say about Experiential Travel

• Most exciting thing I have ever done

  Just fantastic! We had such fun, truly the most exciting thing I have ever done.Neville meticulously planned the perfect trip for us. From start to finish everything was thought of.He was always in the background, smoothing the way. An unanticipated flight change, no bother, all taken care of.We were met by a driver at every airport. The accomodation provided was excellent. Every where we stayed we were treated with... Read this review

  Debbie, March 2025

  Melbourne

• Well Planned

  The trip was well planned and all time lines were met.

  Ian, March 2025

  Melbourne

• A once in a lifetime experience!

  This was truly a once in a lifetime experience! The sequence of itinerary was so well thought out that it allowed us to fully experience and see the Savana.

  Rachel and Joseph, January 2025

  Singapore

• Amazing!

  I would highly recommend Experiential Travel. Neville is an amazing agent and planned a trip we will never forget. Nothing is ever too much for Neville.

  Antonietta, November 2024

  Melbourne, Australia

• What a pleasure and a privilege to travel with Neville on safari

  What a pleasure and a privilege to travel with Neville on safari in Tanzania and Uganda. Like a best-selling novel, an amazing story of nature, people, history and culture unfolded each day. The carefully crafted itinerary provided a wide variety of experiences, leaving indelible memories and emotions. Our best decision was definitely to allow “Experiential Travel” to organise the locations/lodges/guides that delivered exactly what its name states.

  Kay, September 2024

  Melbourne, Australia

• All aspects exceeded our expectations

  We recently undertook an Experiental Travel itinerary of South Africa. All aspects exceeded our expectations from reliable transfers to the quality of the accommodation selected at all locations. We can highly recommend Experiental for a bespoke experience.

  Peter, September 2024

  Perth, Australia

• I would highly recommend Experiential Travel as experts in African Travel.

  Neville helped us arrange a magnificent bespoke tour throughout Africa for our group of 4. He was reassuring, patient and knowledgeable in advising us and making suggestions and trying to keep within our budget. Neville thought of everything for us to make it a successful trip. He stayed in touch, regularly, checking in to see how we were enjoying the trip and assisting where necessary. I would highly recommend... Read this review

  Rita, September 2024

  Melbourne, Australia

• We were delighted at every new location

  Experiental Travel designed a fabulous South African holiday for us. We always felt safe and welcome. Every part of the itiniary flowed effortlessly and we were delighted at every new location.I have already recommended to my family and we are planning our next trip. Thank you so much.

  Dawn, June 2024

  Melbourne, Australia

• The most exciting holiday adventures

  Neville did exactly what we asked him to do for the 4 of us ,their was a lot of discussions and email’s going back and forth in the end it was the most exciting holiday adventures we have ever done.

  Greg, June 2024

  Melbourne, Australia

• Beyond our expectations

  We had planned to do the Horizon horseback safari and the Mozenbique horse ride and the structured itinerary was superb giving us both historical and life today in South Africa. We were amazed at the attractions we were able to see, Table top Mountain, the waterfront, the beaches, the tourist bus, the cities, cultural lifestyles, economical, rural and industrial areas visited. Commentary from the transfer drivers was also a... Read this review

  Vicki, June 2024

  Melbourne, Australia

• Trip of a lifetime

  Neville planned a trip of a lifetime for us - never to be forgotten. He carefully listened to our dreams and made them a reality. We felt safe at all times and always knew what the next steps were, thanks to TravelKey. When our bags were left behind in Nairobi, Neville went above and beyond to ensure they found their way to us in the middle of the Serengeti!... Read this review

  Marisa, June 2024

  Melbourne, Australia

• The trip was fabulous

  A lot of different experiences and transfers to coordinate, it was made easy by handing all planning and booking over to Neville. The trip was fabulous and ran smoothly. Will book again with Neville

  Lisa, June 2024

  Adelaide, Australia

• Seamless planning well executed

  Seamless planning, well executed to the last details. As a first timer in the Greater Kruger, couldn't have ask for a better experience.

  Geoff Pong, April 2024

  Singapore

• Neville Jones of Experiential Travel will take care of you from start to finish.

  Neville Jones of Experiential Travel will take care of you from start to finish. We had the experience of a lifetime. The places we stayed were fantastic. The staff at each location were very welcoming and took great care of us!! Our game drives and drivers were amazing. Each day was full of so many surprises and awesome animals. He also sends travel wisdom before the trip so you... Read this review

  Debbie Kremers, March 2024

  Kansas City, KS

• Everyone needs to do this!!!

  As a somewhat unsure, first time traveler to Africa, this trip absolutely blew me away! I loved everything about it and the new experiences every single day were fantastic. Everyone needs to do this!!!

  Bill Kremers, March 2024

  Kansas City, KS

• Only Neville made it happen! And it was life-changing!

  I’d been talking about going to Africa for over 10 years. A couple of times I’d even made someenquiries, but sadly that’s as far as it ever got! A chance meeting with Neville however changedeverything! He listened to what I wanted to do, found ways to overcome the obstacles, and madesome great suggestions to produce a truly memorable itinerary! Neville listens to what you want to do, your likes... Read this review

  Ian Gibson, November 2023

  Sydney

• You considered every detail.

  Just wanted to say a huge Thankyou for organising such a wonderful trip. We absolutely loved it, just not long enough for me. You considered every detail. Every camp was different and very unique and luxurious. We were treated like kings and queens which was kind of embarrassing. Africa is most certainly a captivating place and we loved interacting with our fabulous guides.

  Kaye Moresi, August 2023

  Melbourne, Australia

• ... an excellent African holiday experience...

  Experiential Travel crafted an excellent Africa holiday for us. All of our goals were met and fitted perfectly into the time available.

  Barry Crouch, August 2023

  Melbourne, Australia.

• Exceeded Every Expectation!

  We've been waiting to take this trip for 30 years and had a very clear idea of what we wanted to see and do. Neville created an itinerary that incorporated it all and then some; from safari to the great migration to gorilla and chimpanzee trekking to boat rides with hippos and cultural immersion. This trip had it all. Accommodations and experiences were amazing with knowledgable guides and a... Read this review

  Kelly and David Cooke, August 2023

  Washougal, WA.

• Trip of a lifetime.

  Trip of a lifetime.

  Quentin Kelly, August 2023

  Melbourne, Australia.

• This experience was truly remarkable

  Our South African trip organized by Experiential Travel and Neville was first class in all respects. Deanie and I have been to Africa and various other countries over the years and this experience was truly remarkable from the start. Small details like all flights and transfers being on time and being met by lovely people who are passionate about hospitality. The first class accommodation in Cape Town, Paarl and... Read this review

  Mark Greatbatch, December 2022

  Queenstown, New Zealand

• ...simply wouldn’t have been possible without Neville.

  My grown sons and I had dreamed of a trip to South Africa since they were small boys. Having gotten through the pandemic and with the boys wives both saying it was time to start a family, we all agreed it was now or never. One of my sons is a budding photographer and met Neville through a photography club. When he learned Neville was also the owner of... Read this review

  Janet Farrow, September 2022

  Nashville, TN

• It was an extraordinary trip.

  Neville has years of African travel experience and proved to be a knowledgeable planner with a keen ability to match a traveler’s personal interests to different itinerary choices. From touchdown to takeoff in Johannesburg the trip was seamless. We learned that Neville was never far away, whether in Melbourne or travelling; and with boots on the ground in Africa through his partners, he was able to tweak and make... Read this review

  Barbara Huppee, June 2022

  Lawrence, KS

• Attention to detail

  Neville did an outstanding job of patiently answering all our pre-trip questions and was a font of knowledge about the landscape, animals, people and culture along the way. Planning and executing such a trip requires attention to detail and an appreciation for the individual differences inherent in any travel group. Neville certainly took the stress out of undertaking this type of adventure and incorporated some lovely surprises along the... Read this review

  Catriona Brash

  Melbourne, Australia

• Experience of a lifetime.

  When the idea of a safari was raised over dinner with friends one evening I was initially hesitant to be involved. I’m not a seasoned international traveller and had heard many stories of the possible dangers in visiting Africa, both cities and country. I am so pleased I was convinced to go because it turned out to be an experience of a lifetime.

  Ross Robinson

  Melbourne, Australia

• A lifetime of memories!

  Experiential Travel has always accommodated me with premium air travel where possible. I’m a big guy, and it’s much appreciated. For me, it makes the trip so much more enjoyable at the start, the end, and in-between. I have also requested single accommodation at times, and again, where possible they have done their best to make it happen. I don’t mind paying a premium for trips that provide a... Read this review

  Dan Schriner

  Lawrence, KS

• Valuable pre-trip planning.

  I traveled to Namibia with Neville and a group of photographers last year. One of the most valuable things Neville provided was pre-trip planning. Having never been to Africa, I was unsure of what I should pack for the two week adventure. Neville provided me with the help I needed to make sure everything went smoothly. His knowledge and planning made for a smooth and stress free adventure.

  Dr. Bradley M Smith

  Mansfield, OH

• Real depth and reality.

  Evelyn was great, she looked after us really well and her stories from her life in Maun added real depth and reality to our experience. You simply MUST get her hosting more trips :) Thanks so much for your help in creating this adventure - we WILL be back. Please do keep us informed regarding any experiences you may think we would enjoy. (I'm already starting to think about... Read this review

  Sue Neale

  Auckland, New Zealand

• Fun and truly memorable safari.

  Neville provided valuable and thoughtful advice prior to the trip on matters such as inoculations, luggage parameters (for flights on small planes within the country), recommended clothing, mobile phones and internet access and plenty more. This made for a trouble free and relaxed trip. Above all, Neville made it a fun and truly memorable safari.

  Jane Spanton

  London

• Amazing experience.

  My Neville Jones-curated safari experience was one of the most memorable trips I’ve ever had. From the superb guide and the perfectly pitched combination of wild and luxurious accommodation to the amazing depth of tour planning and Nev’s endless patience and depth of knowledge – every aspect of the trip was an amazing experience. In fact, I can feel another trip coming on right about now.

  Phil Huzzard

  Melbourne, Australia

• Can't wait to go again!!

  Africa is even more beautiful than I had ever expected. The Safari (both permanent and mobile) was amazing. Your organisation from start to finish was tremendous and your knowledge of the region meant we traveled to places rich in wildlife. Can't wait to go again!!

  Damian Moore

  Melbourne, Australia

• Glamping in Africa was wonderful.

  My husband had completed the overland trip through Africa as a graduate in his mid-twenties and with his first wife. After hearing about the trip for 20+ years I wondered if we would ever be able to undertake a trip to Africa that belonged to us and would become a shared memory of adventure and excitement. Neville set up an itinerary and activities that far exceeded our expectations. The... Read this review

  Sheryle Moon

  Sydney, Australia

• We will treasure and remember for the rest of our lives.

  Neville took the stress and hassle out of organizing our Africa experience and gave us an unbelievable experience which we will treasure and remember for the rest of our lives.

  Gavin Bunshaw

  Melbourne, Australia

• I would happily recommend Experiential Travel.

  I had a memorable experience with Experiential Travel, visiting Namibia in with a group of 14 photographers on a two week trip. The venture was a notable success and I would happily recommend Experiential Travel to others for two principal reasons. Firstly, Neville Jones is an experienced international award winning photographer who lead the trip in person and based our itinerary on his many prior visits to the country... Read this review

  Francis Peckham

  London

• Far exceeded our expectations.

  Thank you very much for making the recent Madagascan adventure available to us. We were completely blown away by the scenery, the wildlife, the people and the accommodation. These far exceeded our expectations. It was impressive to see how industrious the people were, there was food available everywhere, but all produced by human toil. Our guides were extremely helpful, knowledgeable and accommodating, and gave us a great insight into... Read this review

  James and Lynley Douglas

  Brisbane, Australia

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