Journeysmiths

Journeysmiths, tailor-made luxury travel to the world's wildest places

Journeysmiths is a UK-based boutique travel agency that designs tailor-made luxury itineraries to destinations in Africa, Latin America and Asia. Founded in 1990, the company has over 33 years of experience organising tailor-made trips, with a particular focus on safaris, family experiences and expeditions to remote environments.

Destinations and types of trip

The agency structures its offering around three main geographical areas:

• Africa: Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
• Latin America: Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands and Peru.
• Asia: Bhutan and India.

Among the featured itineraries the agency presents as examples are a family safari in Botswana, a luxury trip to Chilean Patagonia, a safari and beach combination in Kenya, a remote and private safari in Zambia, a month-long adventure through Chile, a journey through Botswana and Victoria Falls, a combined trip through Rwanda and Tanzania, and a malaria-free safari in South Africa.

Accommodation and experiences

The accommodation catalogue is organised into categories such as Ultimate Luxury, Off The Grid, Exclusive Use, Perfect For Families, Jungle Retreats, Expedition Cruises, Safari Camps, Epic Locations, Wildlife At Your Window and Sleep Under The Stars. The agency also offers the possibility of travelling in the company of expert guides and staying in exclusive comfort accommodation.

Specialisation in family travel

Journeysmiths describes itself as a boutique family travel specialist. With over 30 years of experience, it designs tailor-made family holidays to wild destinations, with specific content on family safaris in Africa, recommended family destinations and accommodation suited to this type of traveller.

Team and working method

The agency's travel design team has over 100 years of combined experience. The process begins with a conversation with a member of the team to learn about the client's aspirations, and from there a tailor-made itinerary is drawn up. Once the trip is booked, the travel designer coordinates with the operations and support teams to manage every detail. The support team also acts as a concierge, taking care of adding tours, managing visas or booking restaurants. The agency offers 24-hour assistance throughout the trip.

Social and environmental commitment

The company has a positive impact mission that includes small group, big impact trips, charity partners and brands it stands by.