★ Portrait du moisKyrgyzstan
Nazira
Our travel expert, Nomade
Nazira is often the first voice that opens the doors of Kyrgyzstan to you.
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The people behind your journeys.
91 local agencies expert in their destination, hand-picked for their on-the-ground expertise. Each with its own team, territory, and storytelling approach.
Portrait of August
Kyrgyzstan isn't just visited. It's lived in, over a shared cup of tea in a yurt, at the pace of horses, wind, and human connection.
Nazira, Our travel expert, Nomade — Kyrgyzstan
Nazira is often the first voice that opens the doors of Kyrgyzstan to you.
Cinq continents, cent agences locales.
Voices of Asia
« For me, Thailand reveals itself as much in its landscapes as in its everyday rituals: a smile, a shared meal, a mountain road, a simple moment that stays with you. »
— Dylan, Thai escape accomplice · Thailand
Asia
24 voices · from Armenia to Vietnam
★ Portrait du mois
Thailand
Dylan
Thai escape accomplice
Dylan guides travelers in Thailand with attentive listening and a genuine desire to transform their ideas into a fluid, balanced, and personalized itinerary.
Vietnam
Van Pham
Thoughtful Guide to Vietnam's Paths
With over fifteen years of experience in tourism and hospitality, Van Pham guides travelers in Vietnam with professionalism, gentleness and attention to detail.
Armenia
Lilith
Travel Creator Between Memory and Mountains
With more than fifteen years of experience in tourism, Lilit guides travelers in discovering Armenia with an approach that is both sensitive, precise and deeply human. Passionate about her country and about travel in all its forms, she enjoys designing itineraries capable of revealing the cultural, historical and natural richness of this still little-known destination. From monasteries perched in the mountains to traditional villages, from Caucasus routes to Armenian family tables, Lilit builds experiences tailored to each traveler's wishes, whether cultural discoveries, nature, gastronomy or local encounters. Her perspective combines field expertise with a genuine desire to share a country to which she is deeply attached. Through each journey, she seeks above all to create a lasting connection between travelers and Armenia, in all its depth and hospitality.
Bhutan
Yangchen
Keeper of Himalayan Traditions
Originally from Bhutan, Yangchen guides travelers with a genuine desire to share a country that remains deeply rooted in its traditions, spirituality and environment.
Myanmar
Renaud
Travel Advisor
Based in Yangon since 2012, I have had the opportunity to explore Myanmar many times over, from must-see sites to more off-the-beaten-path regions.
Cambodia
Alexandre
Travel Advisor and Cambodia Enthusiast
Alexandre discovered Cambodia in 2010 on the occasion of a mission with an NGO.
China
Paul
Explorer of a Plural China
Paul founded his agency in China in 2006 with Man, after several years working with a local Chinese agency.
South Korea
Maud
Travel Consultant
My passion for travel has always been great and since a young age I decided to explore the world.
Georgia
Shorena
Guardian of the Caucasus Mountains
Shorena has been guiding travelers in Georgia since the country first opened to tourism. Alongside her partner, she has explored the regions, met with guides, selected distinctive accommodations and designed itineraries built on quality encounters, culture and the history of the Caucasus. With Promethea, founded in 2010, she champions a thoughtful discovery of Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan. But her deepest attachment remains with Georgia's mountainous regions. A mountaineer through her maternal family, Shorena knows these territories of valleys, perched villages and preserved traditions intimately. She loves sharing a powerful nature, singular architecture and inhabitants who are at once proud, warm-hearted and profoundly attached to their land. Her approach blends expertise, rigor and love of the country, creating journeys rich in landscapes, memory and human connection.
India
Mandeep
India's Thousand Faces Expert
With several years of experience in travel, Mandeep today guides travelers throughout India with great versatility and very concrete knowledge of the terrain.
Indonesia
Dominic
Photographer of Indonesian volcanoes and trails
From northern France, Dominic discovered photography at a young age, which quickly became his primary way of exploring the world.
Japan
Charles
Adventure traveler based in the heart of Japan
Charles discovered Japan as a traveler before building his life there.
Jordan
Hossam
Jordan's Hidden Gems Guide
From Jordan, Hossam began his career as a local guide before founding Enjoy Jordan in 2008 with the desire to showcase his country in a different way.
Kazakhstan
Atrau
Founder & Director
Atis, your local agency in Kazakhstan, guides you through tailor-made journeys designed on the ground.
Laos
Lay
Ambassador for a gentle Laos
Born in Vientiane, Lay grew up in the heart of Laos before making French one of his great connections with the world. A graduate with a Bachelor's degree in French languages, he thrives today in tourism, a field that allows him to combine openness, human connection and intimate knowledge of his country. At Laos Mood Travel, Lay designs bespoke journeys from the Laotian capital, with particular attention paid to the pace and authenticity of experiences. He loves to reveal a living Laos, far from frozen clichés, through genuine encounters, welcoming villages, tropical landscapes and that sweetness of life that naturally invites slowness. His approach is rooted in listening and sharing: understanding each traveler's wishes, suggesting the right detours, and building an itinerary that allows time to observe, exchange and feel the country.
Malaysia
David
Malaysian Culture Wanderer
David loves sharing Malaysia through its contrasts, its cultural blends and its street atmospheres.
Mongolia
Emelyne
Horsewoman of the great Mongolian steppes
A taste for travel has accompanied Emelyne since childhood.
Nepal
Nirmala
Himalayan pathfinder
From Nepal, Nirmala guides travelers with a deeply human approach to travel.
Oman
Prabha
Master craftsman of Omani journeys
Based in Muscat with the Miracle Oman team, Rajeev guides travelers in discovering a Sultanate of Oman that is both refined, wild and deeply hospitable.
Uzbekistan
Nurridin
Expert in Uzbek Silk Road routes
Certified guide and French-speaking tour leader for nearly ten years, Nuriddin knows Uzbekistan far beyond its legendary major cities.
Philippines
Jean-Luc
Island escape creator in the Philippines
Based in Manila, Jean-Luc guides travelers in discovering the Philippines with a vision of travel centered on nature, reclaimed time, and human experiences. Through Destination Philippines, a French-Filipino agency, he designs personalized itineraries to reveal the archipelago's exceptional diversity, far from standardized travel. What Jean-Luc particularly loves about the Philippines is the country's natural ability to slow things down: pristine islands, coastal villages, simple encounters, local traditions, and this omnipresent relationship with the sea and nature. Jean-Luc favors balanced trips, suited equally to couples, families, and travelers seeking gentle adventure or disconnection. Deeply attentive to the quality of experiences offered, he advocates for more responsible tourism and a closer connection to local realities, with the desire to create lasting memories rather than a mere succession of stops.
Sri Lanka
Catherine
Itinerary Designer in the Heart of Sri Lanka
A seasoned traveler and tourism professional for many years, Catherine discovered Asia in 2008 when she settled in India to work within a local agency.
Turkey
Cevdet
Mountain guide of Anatolian trails
Of mountain origin, Cevdet knows Turkey through its trails, relief and villages before sharing it with travelers.
Voices of Africa
« A safari doesn't begin when you spot a lion. It begins much earlier, in the morning light, the dust on the trail, and the attention paid to every smallest movement. »
— Fred, Explorer of Tanzanian savannas · Tanzania
Africa
25 voices · from Algeria to Zimbabwe
Tanzania
Fred
Explorer of Tanzanian savannas
Fred is a field traveler drawn to wide open spaces, dramatic landscapes, and encounters found far from well-trodden paths.
Madagascar
Noro
Ambassador of Malagasy fihavanana
With more than fifteen years of experience in tourism, Noro designs trips to Madagascar with a deep knowledge of her island and a genuine commitment to its values.
South Africa
Patricia
South African Faces Explorer
Patricia loves sharing a multifaceted, vibrant and deeply contrasted South Africa.
Algeria
Sylvain
Pioneer of Algeria's great deserts
Founder of Détours Algérie, Sylvain Philip is among those travelers for whom the Sahara has become a territory of life, commitment and transmission. For nearly forty years, he has traversed the deserts, particularly the vast Algerian expanses, whose reliefs, light, silences and cultures he knows intimately. Former director of the agency Hommes et Montagnes du Sahara, experienced guide and travel entrepreneur, Sylvain has devoted much of his career to sharing the Saharan spaces with rigor, humility and respect. He enjoys designing itineraries where adventure remains deeply human, driven by encounters, understanding of territories and attention to local balance. His approach is grounded in rare knowledge of the terrain and a vision of sustainable tourism, attentive to cultures, guides, communities and the fragile beauty of desert landscapes.
Benin
Isaac
Cultural bridge builder across West Africa
A man of letters and passionate professor of culture, Isaac has made travel a bridge between peoples.
Botswana
Patricia
Wildlife explorer of Botswana's untamed lands
Patricia guides travelers in discovering Botswana with an approach focused on pristine nature, exceptional safaris, and vast African landscapes.
Cape Verde
Paulina
Cape Verde Escape Creator
Paulina guides travelers in discovering Cape Verde with special attention to their wishes, pace, and travel style.
Egypt
Cherif
Chief Architect of Egypt's Grand Journeys
For Cherif, a trip to Egypt is not prepared like a simple stay.
Ethiopia
Anna
Weaver of encounters in Ethiopian lands
Anna guides travelers in Ethiopia with a sensitive, attentive and deeply human approach.
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Gabon
Nathaniel
Gabon's Eden, your local agency in Gabon, guides you through tailor-made trips designed from the ground.
Kenya
Frédéric
Safari guide bridging savanna and highlands
In Kenya, Fred rediscovers what profoundly moved him in East Africa: the vastness of the landscapes, the power of the wildlife, and the feeling of being close to a living world.
Morocco
Luc
Saharan trails companion
Belgian by origin, settled in Morocco since 2005, Luc has made travel a way of life.
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Mauritius
Virginie
IN2THEWILD, your local agency in Mauritius, guides you through tailor-made trips designed from the ground up.
Mauritania
Isselmou
Craftsperson of journeys in the heart of Mauritania
At the head of Détours Mauritanie, Isselmou imagines and organizes trips deeply rooted in his country.
Mozambique
Clara
Creator of meaningful journeys in Mozambique
Based in southern Africa for over ten years, Clara founded Atiba Voyage in Maputo to showcase Mozambique with integrity, attentiveness and high standards.
Namibia
Delphin
Connoisseur of Namibia's vast horizons
From Namibia, Delphin knows his country in all its vastness, rawness and sometimes unexpected aspects. He loves introducing a destination where distances, light and landscapes profoundly change one's relationship with travel. From the Namib dunes to the tracks of Damaraland, from the wild reserves of the north to remote villages, he builds itineraries designed to take time crossing the country and understanding it. His approach is based on balance between exploration, comfort and immersion in nature. Delphin places great importance on the pace of travel, well-chosen stops and that sense of freedom that Namibia offers almost immediately. He particularly loves sharing the atmospheres of the desert, starlit nights, long silent roads and the stories of Namibian territory, shaped by its peoples and vast landscapes.
Uganda
Charles
English-speaking advisor in the heart of Lake District Africa
About French-speaking and from the region, Charles guides travelers through preparing their stay in Uganda with exceptional listening skills.
Reunion
Caroline
Island intensity ambassador
Native of Réunion, Caroline Amogom-Poule founded Horizon Réunion in 2012 after more than ten years of experience in travel agencies in Paris.
Rwanda
Charles
Rwanda hill scout
Charles guides travelers in discovering Rwanda with a thoughtful, human-centered approach deeply rooted in the field.
Senegal
Didier
Creator of Senegalese Encounters
Based in Senegal, Didier advocates for a way of traveling founded on exchange, shared time, and discovering the country through the eyes of those who live there.
Chad
Faris
Sahara Guide from Chad
Faris accompanies travelers to Chad with the expertise of rare destinations.
Togo
Isaac
Custodian of Togolese traditions
From Benin, Isaac guides travelers with a passion for discovering a warm country, deeply vibrant and still largely untouched by mass tourism. Attached to the cultural richness of his territory, he loves crafting trips that allow visitors to understand Togo through its markets, villages, landscapes and traditions. From the beaches of the Gulf of Guinea to the lush mountains of the interior, from traditional ceremonies to everyday encounters, Isaac favors a human and immersive approach to travel. He enjoys taking time for exchanges and showcasing an authentic Togo, driven by the welcome and energy of its people. His approach is rooted in proximity, curiosity and respect for local cultures, in order to offer balanced, authentic and deeply human experiences.
Tunisia
Arbi
Guardian of Tunisian Lights
Originally from Tunisia, Arbi loves introducing visitors to a country of contrasts, where bustling medinas meet the suspended villages of the south, where the Mediterranean encounters the gates of the desert.
Zambia
Aurélia
Creator of Exclusive Safaris in Southern Africa
Aurélia guides travelers in Zambia with a vision of safari that is more intimate, immersive, and deeply connected to nature.
Zimbabwe
Aurélia
Bespoke Southern Adventures Creator
Aurélia guides travelers to Zimbabwe with the rigor and flexibility that characterize great journeys across Southern Africa.
Voices of Europe
« What struck me in Albania is this feeling of constant discovery. You often get the impression of arriving in places that haven't yet lost their spontaneity. »
— Quentin, Hidden Balkans Explorer · Albania
Albania
Quentin, hidden balkans explorer
Europe
21 voices · from Albania to Sweden
Albania
Quentin
Hidden Balkans Explorer
Quentin discovers Albania almost by chance, during a combined trip with Kosovo.
Bosnia
Louis
Characterful Balkans Explorer
Louis guides travelers in Bosnia and Herzegovina with a desire to reveal a still little-known destination, rich in contrasts, stories and powerful landscapes.
Bulgaria
Damien & Filip
Dual French-Bulgarian duo in the land of roses and Thracians
Damien & Filip accompany French-speaking travelers to discover an intimate, cultural and still-preserved Bulgaria.
Canary Islands
Marcos
Nature guide to volcanic islands
Based in the Canary Islands and deeply attached to Tenerife, Marcos guides travelers with the desire to reveal another facet of the archipelago, far from beach resorts and mass tourism. Passionate about nature and wide open spaces, he knows the islands through their trails, their volcanic reliefs, their villages and their landscapes shaped by the ocean and subtropical climate. Within Canaventura, Marcos prioritizes outdoor experiences and discoveries rooted in the territory: hiking, ecotourism, local agriculture, nature outings and encounters with those who live to the rhythm of the islands. His approach blends soft adventure, immersion and respect for the environments explored. With him, the Canary Islands are discovered in their diversity and authenticity, between forests, volcanoes, wild coastlines and island traditions still very much alive.
Corsica
Véronique
Keeper of the Corsican soul
A passionate traveler, Véronique settled in a mountain village in Cap Corse, where she lives with her family and Paul, her husband, deeply attached to the island.
Croatia
Louis
Croatian immersion creator
After numerous family trips, Louis developed a deep attachment to Croatia, eventually choosing to settle in Zagreb and create an agency dedicated to discovering the country.
Scotland
Fabienne
Celtic Soul Guide
Originally from Brittany, Fabienne discovered Ireland in 1995 during a trip with friends.
Finland
Ramuté
Creator of Nordic Getaways
Ramuté guides travelers in Finland with a deep knowledge of Nordic and Baltic countries, developed over more than twenty years of experience in inbound tourism.
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l'équipe locale
Voyages Excellence, your local agency in Corsica, accompanies you on tailor-made trips designed from the ground.
Greece
Martine
Keeper of a sensitive and timeless Greece
Swiss French-speaking, Martine Schenker has lived in Athens for over thirty-five years. She holds degrees in history, ethnology, geography and modern Greek, and has developed over the years a profound relationship with Greece, which has become a true second homeland for her. Through Byzantino Travel and "La Grèce à la Carte", she guides travelers with the desire to reveal a more intimate, cultural and human Greece, far from over-frequented itineraries. Martine loves designing trips that take time for villages, discreet islands, local traditions, luminous landscapes and encounters that give the country all its depth. Her approach blends rigor, sensitivity and passion for Greek culture. She crafts itineraries tailored to each traveler's desires, with a constant commitment to help them experience Greece in all its richness: its colors, its music, its flavors and its way of life.
Ireland
Charline
Celtic lands accomplice
Based in Ireland with the Alainn Tours team, Charline guides travelers in discovering Celtic countries with particular attention to listening and the pace of the journey.
Iceland
Jean-Marc
Contemplative Explorer of Icelandic Lands
Settled in Iceland for nearly twenty years, Jean-Marc Plessy has developed a deeply personal relationship with the landscapes of the country's north, where he founded the Alkemia agency and the Helgafell retreat centre.
Italy
Ketty
Explorer of Italy's hidden paths
Ketty guides travelers through Italy with an approach centered on hiking, preserved landscapes and local encounters.
Kosovo
Alan
Custodian of Secret Balkans
From Kosovo, Alan guides travelers with a passion for showcasing a country still largely unknown, at the crossroads of Balkan cultures.
Macedonia
Quentin
Explorer of the Pristine Balkans
From Prishtinë, Quentin guides travelers in discovering North Macedonia and the Balkans with a desire to reveal territories still little explored.
Montenegro
Lidija
Guide to Montenegrin Mountains and Traditions
Holder of a master's degree in modern literature and tourism, Lidija combines her cultural sensitivity with concrete knowledge of the Montenegrin terrain. Passionate about her country's landscapes, she guides travelers with an approach that blends nature discovery, understanding of local traditions and attention to travel details. A field guide for several years, she has explored Montenegro's mountains, valleys and rural regions on foot and horseback, developing an intimate relationship with the landscapes, wildlife and rhythms of the country. She particularly enjoys designing itineraries that alternate between gentle adventure, immersion in nature and discovery of Montenegrin identity. With Lidija, travel becomes a way to gradually enter the atmosphere of the Balkans, between wild reliefs, preserved villages and culture deeply rooted in the territory.
Norway
Ramuté
Nordic fjords explorer
Ramuté guides travelers in Norway with a sensitive approach to wide open spaces, northern lights and the unique rhythm of Scandinavian landscapes.
Portugal
Emeline
Experience Designer, Portugal
French-born and based in the Aveiro region, Emeline founded SóPraSi with Virginia, driven by a desire to showcase a more natural, intimate and human Portugal.
Romania
Cornelia
Guardian of Romanian traditions
Cornelia loves showcasing an authentic Romania, deeply rooted in its traditions and rural landscapes.
Slovenia
Louis
Alpine and Balkan Explorer
Louis guides travelers in discovering Slovenia with an approach centered on immersion, nature, and authentic experiences.
Sweden
Ramuté
Curator of Sweden's wild landscapes
Ramuté guides travellers in Sweden with a thoughtful approach, centred on nature, seasons and the balance inherent to Nordic countries.
Voices of Americas
« Peru often feels like traveling through several worlds in a single trip. Each region tells a different story, with its own landscapes, traditions, and its own way of experiencing time. »
— Lionel, Explorer of the Andes and Forgotten Worlds · Peru
Americas
19 voices · from Argentina to Uruguay
Peru
Lionel
Explorer of the Andes and Forgotten Worlds
Originally from Switzerland, Lionel discovered Peru through his fascination with Andean civilizations, vast landscapes and territories where history still feels deeply present.
Chile
Yann
Chilean southern lands explorer
Leaving Paris at age 21 with a desire for adventure, Yann first discovered the world by sea, aboard the helicopter carrier Jeanne d'Arc, before continuing his adventures during a fourteen-month round-the-world trip.
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Argentina
Joël
Creator of off-the-beaten-path Argentina
Joel imagines travel in Argentina as a deeply vivid experience, made of vast landscapes, encounters and moments capable of leaving a lasting mark.
Belize
Jean-François
Explorer of Belize's jungles and reefs
It was during a first trip to Central America that Jean-François discovered a region that would deeply mark him. Originally from Mayenne, he eventually chose to settle in Belize, drawn by the diversity of landscapes, the Caribbean atmosphere and the numerous adventure opportunities the country offers. Passionate about sports and nature, Jean-François readily alternates between volcano climbs, trail running and marine exploration. A snorkeling enthusiast, he particularly enjoys showcasing the turquoise waters, coral reefs and islands of Belize, as much as the wilder inland regions. As an French-speaking contact, he guides travelers in creating personalized itineraries, tailored to desires for adventure, relaxation or more immersive discovery of this still-preserved part of Central America.
Bolivia
Anne
Explorer of the Bolivian Andes
Former automotive engineer, Anne long dreamed of distant, committed and demanding expeditions.
Brazil
Daria
Brazilian Experience Designer
Daria guides travelers in discovering Brazil with an approach based on listening, precision and personalization.
Canada
Oriane
Coordinator of Major Canadian Journeys
Sales Manager at Toundra Voyages, Oriane guides travelers from the earliest stages of planning their stay in Canada.
Colombia
Caroline
Explorer of Colombia's many faces
After several life and travel experiences in the United States, French Polynesia, Australia, and throughout South America, Caroline eventually chose to settle in Colombia, in Bogotá.
Costa Rica
Mathieu
Nature travel craftsman in Costa Rica
Based in Costa Rica for several years, Mathieu guides travelers with a vision of the country deeply rooted in nature, humanity, and responsible travel.
Ecuador
Carole
Accomplice in Ecuadorian adventures
Based in Quito for over twenty years with Beto, Carole has made Ecuador her adopted country and a place of daily discovery. Passionate about travel and adventure sports, they regularly explore the country as a family, always curious to discover new regions, from Andean villages to the wilder routes of the Amazon and the Pacific. At Aventure Ecuador, Carole guides travelers through every step of their trip preparation with very personal attention to communication, follow-up, and the quality of their on-the-ground experience. Close to her clients, she loves building smooth and well-balanced journeys, tailored to each person's wishes, whether for nature, hiking, culture, or adventure. Her perspective on Ecuador blends field experience, organizational skills, and genuine attachment to this country with its spectacular landscapes and remarkable diversity.
United States
Rémy
Trailblazer of America's vast wilderness
Based in the United States since 2015, Rémy has traveled through much of the country, from its legendary roads to its most spectacular national parks.
Guadeloupe
Chris
Creole Escape Designer
Based in Guadeloupe, Chris guides travelers with a passion for revealing the archipelago in a different light, staying close to its nature, culture and people.
Guatemala
Jean-François
Trail Blazer of Maya Paths
Originally from Belgium, Jean-François settled in Guatemala in 1998 and first discovered the country by exploring its back roads, often by mountain bike.
Martinique
Chris
Creator of Martinique getaways
Chris guides travelers in discovering Martinique with a desire to offer a more personal, human, and territory-focused approach.
Mexico
Kim
Bespoke Mexico Travel Creator
Sales Manager, Kim guides travelers in creating their stay in Mexico with a particular focus on personalization.
Panama
Sophie
Explorer of Panama's Passages
Based in Panama, Sophie guides travelers with concrete knowledge of the terrain and particular attention to the rhythm of their stay. Through Damselfly Travel, she designs tailor-made itineraries that allow for discovering the country in all its diversity: Panama City, tropical forests, islands, local communities and more confidential regions. Her approach is built on listening, precision and the selection of reliable partners, in order to create coherent, smooth trips adapted to each traveler's profile. Sophie enjoys offering a progressive discovery of Panama, combining nature, culture, encounters and moments of rest, away from overly standardized programs. Deeply committed to responsible travel, she prioritizes human-scale experiences that respect the territories and communities visited.
Patagonia
Sarah
Guide to Patagonia's Great Horizons
Passionate about vast landscapes and southern lands, Sarah guides travelers to discover Patagonia with an approach focused on immersion, travel rhythm, and connection to nature.
Dominican Republic
Joy
Dominican escape creator
From La Rochelle, Joy discovered the Dominican Republic during a sabbatical year devoted to scuba diving.
Uruguay
Pierre
Refined Uruguayan Getaway Creator
For over fifteen years, Pierre has been guiding travelers on a journey of discovery throughout Uruguay with an approach rooted in listening, personalization, and quality experiences.
Oceania
2 voices · from Australia to New Zealand
Australia
Yann
Architect of Australia's Great Journeys
Yann discovered Australia during a year-long road trip across the country, a formative experience that gave him a taste for wide open spaces and long-haul itineraries.
New Zealand
Maud
Creator of refined adventures in New Zealand
Originally from Paris, Maud left the vibrant energy of the capital to settle in New Zealand, a country that has become her home.
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