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With us, you book directly – no agencies, no detours, no commissions. While other providers pay up to 12% commission to travel agencies, we prefer to reinvest that money in you: in higher-quality accommodation, exclusive excursions, or simply fairer prices.
The result? Either a richer experience for the same budget, or a similar journey at a far better rate.
Booking directly with Africaventura means complete transparency, honest guidance, and exceptional value for your tour.
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Traditional tour operators often sell their tours through external travel agencies, adding commissions of around 10–12%. Those costs usually end up directly in the final price you pay.
At Africaventura, we’ve taken a different path: we don’t work with travel agencies at all. Every journey is booked directly with us.
This allows us to channel more of your budget into what genuinely matters: your travel experience. It means we can offer more attractive prices or include additional services for the same cost — all while providing personal, transparent support without any middlemen.
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Ventura Travel Brands' tours have been rated as excellent by travellers
A trusted travel partner for over 2 decades
Over 100,000 people have travelled with Ventura Travel's brands since 2001
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As a responsible travel agency, we are certified by TourCert.
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Everything was magnificent: the landscapes, the wildlife, the flora, the external speakers, the people we met, and the lodges, each one unique. To top it all off, Nicholas, our guide…had extensive knowledge in all areas. Highlights included our nighttime arrival at Ngepi Camp and the two nights spent in the company of hippos. Due to the rising waters of the Okavango River, access to the lodges was by dugout canoe and truck. The dugout canoe trip on the river at sunset was magnificent. The safaris featured all the majestic animals, including a truly regal lion and his mate. The Herero and Damara tribes were very enriching, especially the visit to Mondesa. The Namib Desert, with the climb to the highest dune you can ascend, was breathtaking. I could go on and on… (Nicole B. - May 2025)
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Matthew Jones
Sales Specialist UK Market