Exceptional Travel is a specialist travel company offering the very best in bespoke luxury holidays to Africa, Australasia, Arabia, Central and South America, the Indian Ocean Islands, the Indian Subcontinent, the Polar Regions and South East Asia.
Our dedicated team of travel consultants are the best in their field having spent years researching, travelling and working in the countries they specialise in. They are passionate about ensuring our clients receive unparalleled service from beginning to end and return home from an unforgettable experience that will last a lifetime.
The Polar Regions
You can be pretty certain that no one on earth has visited The Arctic or Antarctica and felt underwhelmed by the landscape. However high your expectations, it is a safe bet that these white lands will, at the very least meet them and, more likely, exceed them beyond your wildest dreams.
Africa
The historic heart of adventurous exploration, Africa has been the focus of many a celebrated tale, conjuring up delicious images of the wild unknown.
Arabia
Arabia, with its romantic, rolling sand dunes, exotic spice markets and traditional Bedouins, is a melting pot for the senses, full of diverse culture and opportunity to explore.
Australasia
Encompassing Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea, the region of Australasia is as well known for its iconic landmarks as its undiscovered tribes and untouched habitats.
Central America
Eight countries make up Central America, each with their own exciting blend of cultural idiosyncrasies that give them a unique identity. The sultry streets of Havana and Cuba’s turbulent history is worlds away from the passive reserves of Costa Rica (the only country in the world that has no need to employ an army).
India & Beyond
The Indian sub-continent with its kaleidoscope of faiths and peoples is an intricate tapestry of contrasts that make it consistently colourful and full of character.
Indian Ocean
If you like islands, there are plenty to choose from in the Indian Ocean, ranging from those comprising over a thousand tiny palm-fringed coral atolls to the substantial and isolated.
South America
From the Caribbean waters that lap calmly onto Colombia’s golden coastline to the weather-beaten, ice-capped fjords of Patagonia, South America packs an almost unbeatable variety of landscapes into one mass of land.
South East Asia
From ancient temple towns and glittering modern cities to palm fringed beaches and enchanting tea plantations, South East Asia spills over with intrigue, solace, spirituality and adventure.
Why Exceptional Travel?
Thank you for the wonderful trip you organised for us, it was one of the most beautiful one we ever did.
It ran like clockwork with our great guide who was extremely knowledgeable on history, culture, economy, and knew how to be discreet when we wanted to be just the 3 of us.
It is very hard to decide on the best memory: horse riding in the desert / hot air balloon / quad / skydiving / sand boarding / driving through the amazing landscapes.
Thank you again, I will mention you to all my friends. BN
A very perfect holiday in every way. Meticulously organised, beautifully executed and huge fun.
We were treated like royalty and were hugely impressed by how the complex threads - environment , ecology, conservation, community, agriculture and politics had been carefully woven into life at the two lodges. It was also lovely to see the robustness of life in Africa compared with the lack of backbone experienced here on a daily basis.
The charter flights were a delight. We were beautifully flown by a charming pilot who told us the passenger before us was an orphan elephant enroute for Nairobi!
Quite wonderful – thank you for all you did. GG
We had the most MAGNIFICENT time - the itinerary gave us just what we wanted and needed; all the accommodation was lovely; all the activities were spot on; all the arrangements worked perfectly; and there was not a single glitch.
It is an incredible place but your planning, guidance and arrangements genuinely made it all the better. Thank you for everything. We probably couldn’t have or wouldn’t have done it without you. PR
You did us PROUD! What an incredible time we had in Kenya, thank you so much for planning us the most amazing holiday.
You had thought of such a brilliant itinerary, so carefully thought out for us as a family to enjoy and we adored every one of the places we stayed. All the logistics went so smoothly - I literally lost track of the days as it was so relaxing knowing it was all under control - I can't remember when I was last able to do that, our honeymoon 15 years ago maybe?!! And the children adored it all so much, they were totally amazed by the safari and kept on wanting to do and see more which was so rewarding! RH
We had the most wonderful trip to Oman, a huge thank you!
We loved working with you. V&EP
We loved all the places we stayed and discovered so many amazing things.
Honestly the whole trip was beyond all our expectations. BR
After this absolutely extraordinary trip, my feet may never touch the ground again.
I never expected to get so close-up to and observe so many most beautiful animals in the world! In sum, it was a perfect trip. M&CC
Toby and his team are the definition of exceptional.
Our honeymoon was perfect, we will never go away again without consulting Toby and the team and will be sending all our family and friends immediately to them. EH
Lukey - Thank you so much for organising such a fabulous honeymoon for us. We had the best time and wish we were still there!
Safari was amazing. We saw everything apart from cheetahs and witnessed some amazing sunsets and sunrises.
The Seychelles was wonderful, we particularly loved Desroches with our private villa and the giant tortoises. It really was a very special experience and was a great way to end the trip. We would love to go back one day (maybe for an anniversary!). We have made memories that will last forever and we will never forget it. CB
Thank you for putting together such a perfect itinerary for our recent trip to Kenya... we had a most wonderful time... everything went without a hitch thanks to your wonderful organisation. RA
A fantastic service - nothing ever too much - excellent guidance and venues.
We had a fantastic holiday in Sri Lanka in July. Would most definitely recommend Exceptional Travel. Lukey and Toby were amazing.
Many, many thanks. TB
Toby was excellent. Having used larger firms before, Toby organised our honeymoon and was personal, responsive, understood our needs and ultimately, delivered a 10/10 trip.
He has clients for life in us. Well done. JH
We both wanted to thank you for your help in arranging our trip. It was fabulous from start to finish, each day somehow surpassing the prior. It was just terrific. Thank you.
We will be in touch again!
M&LC
It truly was very exceptional. Great trip and thanks to your careful planning and attention to detail, we had such a happy, enjoyable holiday. S&RB
We couldn't have been more delighted with our trip. Your ground team covered everything and were so charming and efficient that it all went terribly smoothly....
We would recommend Exceptional Travel to all our friends and can't wait for our trip to Sri Lanka with them next year. JW
Hands down one of the best trips we have ever had! Everything was perfect and we cannot thank you enough! BD
Personal Service
We act as a single point of contact for all aspects of your holiday from flights to accommodation, private transfers and personal guides.
Personal Experience
Exceptional Travel will never send you anywhere we wouldn’t be happy to stay ourselves. We have either been there personally, or we know someone trusted who has.
Personal Choice
We have no allegiances or affiliations with any airline, lodge or hotel, so we are free to choose the very best solution for every circumstance without bias.