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Tailor-Made Itineraries
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Tailor-Made Itineraries
Explore Djibouti City's French colonial quarter and markets.
Visit the 1906 Grand Mosque of Hamoudi.
Discover the limestone chimneys and geothermal vents of Lake Abbé.
Witness one of East Africa's most surreal volcanic landscapes.
Visit Ardoukoba Volcano, formed during the 1978 eruption.
Stand at Lake Assal, Africa's lowest point at 155 metres below sea level.
Photograph the white salt flats surrounding Lake Assal.
Experience the tectonic landscapes of the Afar Triangle.
Cruise across the Gulf of Tadjoura to Moucha Island.
Snorkel or dive among coral reefs and abundant marine life.
Observe flamingos and desert-adapted wildlife around Lake Abbé.
Travel through some of the Horn of Africa's most dramatic geological scenery.
Enjoy geology, volcanoes, and unusual natural landscapes.
Want to visit one of Africa's least-visited countries.
Interested in desert environments and Rift Valley formations.
Enjoy photography and scenery.
Like combining cultural experiences with natural attractions.
Appreciate small-group and off-the-beaten-path travel.
Enjoy snorkelling, marine life, or island excursions.
Dislike hot, dry climates.
Have difficulty walking on uneven volcanic terrain.
Prefer luxury-focused resort holidays.
Seeking extensive wildlife safari experiences.
Require extensive tourism infrastructure and facilities.
Prefer destinations with a large variety of nightlife or entertainment.
Let’s bring your dreams to reality. Perhaps you already know what you want to see and do, perhaps you don’t. We will help you bring your social media feed to reality.
Your travel consultant
David Smyth
Director, Forward Travel
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Stories from the road
Real journeys, real words — hear from explorers who've travelled the world with Forward Travel.
“David crafted a once-in-a-lifetime safari for us. Every detail, from the lodges to the guides, was flawless.”
Emma & James Wilson
Australia→Kenya
September 2024