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Accommodation in premium boutique hotels (as listed or similar)
Airport transfers and all internal transport (private vehicle + specialty transfers)
Meals as per itinerary
All guided tours and curated experiences mentioned in the programme
Entrance fees to all included sites and attractions
English-speaking guide throughout
Exclusions
International flights and any domestic air/train travel not specified
Travel insurance
Optional activities (e.g. rafting, pletna ride, alternative experiences)
Beverages and meals not specified in the itinerary
Personal expenses (laundry, tips, shopping, etc.)
Photo or video fees at attractions (where applicable)
Early check-in and late check-out
Anything not explicitly listed under inclusions
Will This Trip Suit You?
Want a luxury experience with unique, less touristy access.
Enjoy combining comfort with immersive, local experiences.
Appreciate food and wine (including Michelin-level dining).
Open to adventure elements like biking, rafting, or ziplining.
Prefer curated, high-quality experiences over fast-paced sightseeing.
Value cultural depth alongside nature.
Prefer a fully relaxed, low-activity holiday.
Uncomfortable with heights (helicopter, zipline).
Don’t enjoy underground or enclosed environments (caves, mines).
Want a budget or mid-range travel experience.
Prefer large-group, standard sightseeing tours.
Have limited mobility (due to varied terrain and activity types).
✦Ready when you are
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Real journeys, real words — hear from explorers who've travelled the world with Forward Travel.
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“David showed endless patience putting together a personal itinerary for me for Malawi. We were often in quite obscure parts of the country, but it all went beautifully and the experience exceeded our expectations.”
Marie VanGend
Australia→Malawi
May 2026
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“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
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“6 weeks in South America and Antarctica, and not one hiccup. Everything was excellent, your planning and suggestions were perfect, and we couldn’t believe how smoothly it all went. We felt truly spoilt and very thankful to have found you.”