We design and actively manage African journeys from start to finish — bringing together flights, camps, guides and transfers so everything works as one seamless experience.
With more than 130 safaris undertaken across Africa and hundreds of itineraries designed for our guests, we understand how these journeys actually run — and where things can come unstuck.
That’s why we stay involved throughout your trip, coordinating the details and stepping in when needed, so you can simply enjoy the experience knowing everything is being taken care of.
Your African Safari, Planned from Australia
As an Australian-based Africa travel specialist, we understand what matters most to travellers from Australia and New Zealand — clear communication, careful planning, and confidence in who is looking after you.
We are proud members of the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) and are ATIA accredited, reflecting our commitment to professional standards and responsible travel planning.
We work with clients across Australia — including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide — to design African safaris that are well paced, thoughtfully considered, and actively supported from start to finish.
Why Choose Experiential Travel?
We are a specialist safari travel agent and tour operator. Thoughtful safari planning is about judgement as much as inspiration. We take the time to understand how you like to travel, what matters most to you, and where trade-offs are worth making — then shape an itinerary that fits.
Founded by Neville Jones, our team brings deep first-hand experience across Africa, including more than 130 safaris undertaken and hundreds of journeys designed for our guests. This gives us a practical understanding of how these journeys actually run — and how to bring every part together so your safari works seamlessly.
Safaris for Every Style
We design both scheduled departures and fully customised itineraries across Botswana, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Zambia, Rwanda, Uganda, Madagascar, Ethiopia and Egypt. Our focus is on matching the right camps, routing, and pacing so everything fits together smoothly around your style, interests, and priorities.
Immersive Wildlife & Cultural Experiences
Go beyond game drives with experiences that add depth to your journey — from walking safaris and cultural encounters to scenic landscapes and conservation-led activities. Each element is carefully considered so your itinerary flows naturally and works as a complete experience.
Safari Sentinel
Your journey doesn’t just get planned — it gets actively managed.
With Safari Sentinel, we track your itinerary in real time and intervene when needed — coordinating changes, resolving disruptions, and keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
Start Planning with Clarity
Let Neville Jones and our team help you shape a safari to your style, pace, and budget — with thoughtful planning and active support from your first idea through to your return home.
Plan your dream adventure nowWhat our guests say about Experiential Travel
-
Meticulously planned the perfect trip
We were referred to Neville and his team by friends, and I am so grateful they did. From our very first conversation, when we shared our wish list and budget, Neville meticulously planned the perfect trip for us.
Marion, October 2026
Auckland, New Zealand
-
Definitely exceeded my expectations
The whole African adventure was just perfect from my point of view. Definitely exceeded my expectations. Very well organised. Thanks Neville
Russell, September 2026
Sydney, Australia
-
He knows his stuff
The whole experience with Neville has been brilliant he knows his stuff and works tirelessly to make it happen.
Greg, September 2026
Melbourne, Australia
-
Two fantastic African experiences
Experiential travel have created two fantastic African experiences for us now and I am looking forward to planning a third. Neville listens carefully to our interests and is happy to modify accordingly to ensure our experience is the best possible.
Marisa, September 2026
Melbourne, Australia
-
We called it the "Neville bubble"
As first timers to Africa, we lent heavily on the experience of Neville and the team. It was so worth it, we were supported and guided through the entire trip. We called it the "Neville bubble" and it was comfortable and secure. We had one flight cancellation that was dealt with by Neville and the team immediately. We came back from safari and everything was sorted, transportation, new flight... Read this review
Narelle, April 2026
Sydney, Australia
-
Best holiday we have ever done!!
Best holiday we have ever done!! All 5 of us agreed, it was amazing!! If you only ever do one big trip in your life - make it Africa! What an amazing place.
Michelle, March 2026
Melbourne, Australia
-
The trip far surpassed our expectations.
Our trip to South Africa was by far the highlight of our 2025. The trip far surpassed our expectations. Experiencing once in a life time moments was truly special for us. Having you as our escort was a bonus! We couldn’t have had a better person to share these memories.
Pat, December 2025
Kansas City, KS
-
A fabulous trip
A fabulous trip everything worked like clockwork and safaris, camps and guides were exceptional. Most of all the detailed arrangements were taken care of we could just enjoy the experience
Chris, September 2025
Melbourne, Australia
-
Once for a life time and unique experience.
I must say, this was a once for a life time and unique experience. Neville has done a very good job to make our trip enjoyable and safe. Our guide Jorge and the driver Farai were excellent. In general, I'm happy and feel confidence to recommend Experiential to my friends.
Anna, August 2025
Sydney, Australia
-
Neville will be our go to
Neville plans these tours to suit our style with photographing the animals in comfort a priority. We have been fortunate enough to have done several tours with Experiential and any time we are in this part of the world, Neville will be our go to.
Bev, December 2025
Perth, Australia
-
Impeccably planned
As a solo traveller I appreciated that every detail of my first experience in South Africa was impeccably planned, including being greeted at airports and privately transferred between camps.
Judy, December 2025
Adelaide, Australia
-
Everything was handled professionally from start to finish.
We thoroughly enjoyed our Victoria Fall Tour and Our South Africa Tour organized by Experiential Travel. Everything was handled professionally from start to finish. Our tour guide Jorge from Ilios Tour is very knowledgeable, caring and helpful. We wanted to do a whale boat tour. He tried his best to ring around and found a tour for us in very short time. He never says no to our request.... Read this review
Gum, August 2025
Sydney, Australia
Share This Page