FIRST-HAND EXPERIENCE
With more than four decades of first-hand experience, travelling to all four corners of our planet in search of hidden gems and supporting local communities as we went, we have an enviable edge in sharing its wonders with you.
Nothing we do is off the shelf; one size never fits all. We work only with trusted partners overseas and, between us, devise itineraries that are entirely bespoke to you.
Your dedicated consultant will be with you throughout the process, from that first call to the day you return home, drawing from their own personal experiences and helping you make the right choices.
But don’t just take our word for it. We’ve received awards from The Sunday Times, The Observer and Conde Nast Traveller, as well as a five-star Feefo rating from our clients.
TREADING LIGHTLY
In line with our company ethos of ‘treading lightly’, we’ve committed to an annual mangrove-planting scheme in Madagascar which will more than offset the emissions created by both our own and our clients’ travels. Your globe-trotting also supports our yearly donations to a variety of health, education, social and wildlife projects worldwide.
We are fully ATOL, ABTA and IATA bonded, which ensures total financial protection for your holiday.
THE ULTIMATE DIFFERENCE
Our directors have also been on quite a journey. Back in the 70’s and 80’s, Nick Van Gruisen was a professional guide in Botswana and Rowan Paterson was organising wildlife safaris and treks through the Himalaya. They’ve been involved in travel ever since.
In 1991, 91³Ô¹Ï was born – a specialised, privately-owned travel company with far-reaching expertise and a personal touch. Nick and Rowan are both still actively involved on a day-to-day basis, sharing their years of experience and know-how with the team.
- A diverse and exciting portfolio of long haul luxury and adventure, wildlife safaris, ocean and river cruises, beach vacations and European breaks for individuals, families and small groups alike.
- The first-hand know-how and expertise to create the perfect holiday for you.
- Enthusiastic, flexible, personalised and accurate.
- A trusted network of regional partners worldwide who deliver the ultimate experience on the ground.
- Owners and directors on hand 24/7.
- Significant donations to charitable initiatives in key destinations.
- An unwavering focus on responsible tourism – sustaining local cultures, wildlife habitats and eco-systems.
OUR PROMISE TO YOU
By committing to a future holiday with a fully accredited and bonded travel company such as 91³Ô¹Ï, you can book with confidence, safe in the knowledge that…
- Your holiday will be fully protected financially by our bonds with ATOL and ABTA.
- Our team of destination experts are on hand to talk you through the specific conditions relating to all aspects of your holiday and to help you make safe and informed decisions.
- If within a few weeks of departure government restrictions in place either here or abroad prevent you from travelling, you can choose to postpone your holiday or receive a full cash refund.
- Flight Disruption – we will do everything we can to get you to your destination as quickly and smoothly as possible. In the unlikely event that we are unable to do so, we will either re-arrange your holiday for a later date and absorb any additional costs incurred or reimburse you in full for all monies paid to us.
THE DIRECTORS
Nick Van Gruisen
Rowan Paterson
TRUSTED BY FELLOW TRAVELLERS
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WHY CHOOSE THE ULTIMATE TRAVEL COMPANY
Trusted Expertise & Honest Guidance
With decades of experience and a team of passionate specialists, we provide honest, informed advice. We take the time to understand our clients, offering tailored recommendations with full transparency, so they can travel with complete confidence.
A World of Meaningful Experiences
Our journeys do more than take you places, they broaden horizons. We curate immersive, life-enriching experiences that create lasting memories, whether it’s deep cultural connections, unique encounters, or responsible, ethical travel choices.
A Travel Collective
Our strength lies in the relationships we build; with our clients, our guides, and our global partners. We foster a sense of community where expertise is shared, personal connections are valued, and every journey is enriched by the people behind it.
Looked After, Every Step of the Way
Our role is to make travel effortless. From meticulous planning to on-the-ground support, we take care of every detail. We are a trusted, independent, family-run business, and our clients rely on us for reliability, financial security, and a personal touch in everything we do.
