I had heard two things before our Galapagos trip: 1) the Galapagos is a once in a lifetime trip and 2) Pete Oxford leads amazing trips. I wasn't sure why there was so much hype, but now I get it! It's well deserved. We had planned this private group trip before the latest wave of Covid, but our trip ended up being right during the height of it, which was a logistical challenge. Pete and Renee navigated us through all the additional challenges of testing and safety protocols. The trip itself was amazing - Galapagos is a magical place - every day there were so many highlights it was tough to remember them all: getting brushed by stingrays, swimming with penguins, sea lions, turtles and octopus, views of an erupting volcano over dinner... we are still talking about all the phenomenal things we experienced. I know we got the most out of the Galapagos - we were the first and only people on the islands at 6am at the magic hour, and the last ones off + two snorkels a day. Looking at other itineraries, it's clear we did twice as much. The passion and knowledge that Pete and Colette have for the Galapagos sparks everyone else's enthusiasm. This trip is the real deal - the majestic sail boat isn't the most luxurious cruiser, but it is unique and cooler than that. I can't wait to travel with Pete again! This trip has even changed my life - I'm planning on waking up at 4:30 from now on too 🙂

Thank you Pete and Renee for a life changing excursion in Botswana and Zimbabwe. Your passion for the animals and birds is contagious and we all came away with a new love for earth’s creatures and its varying ecosystems. The trip was so well planned and executed and the staff at the camps so welcoming that it was very easy for me to sit back and enjoy the two weeks of safari. I am sad to have left my new friends in South Africa and hope another trip can be arranged somewhere in this fascinating world.

Going on Safari with Pete and Renee is a once in a lifetime experience. They are extremely knowledgeable, energetic, fun and well organized- especially given the complications Covid presented. I had no idea what to expect but never thought I would be safely close to so many majestic animals. The birders in our group were over the moon seeing almost 250 species of birds. Accommodations at the camps were five star- plunge pools, gourmet meals and wonderful staff and guides. This is our family's third trip with POE and we will be back for another adventure in the future. A+++

Exquisite, fragile, stunning, bonding, merrymaking, informative and exhilarating. Those are a few of the words to describe our trip with Pete and Renee. Pete and Renee embrace the people in the group, the staff at the Safari camps and embrace the beast/feathered friends roaming.
Foodies have no worries about your dinning and snack. Ambiance…..Safely enjoying grilled meats, scrumptious salad, unusual sides topped of by desserts in a variety of locations at the Safari glamps!
This isn’t your usual Safari but a Holiday at its BEST!

Our trip to Galapagos was really very overdue, but it was well worth the wait. The experience was exceptional to say the least. Pete and Renee worked so hard to ensure we all had the best possible experience. The groundwork logistics were challenging before the trip started but our replacement vessel, sourced only a couple of days before our trip was due to depart, was superb. Our land and sea excursions were amazing. Many thanks to Pete, Renee and also Colette our excellent National Park guide. We would definitely recommend POE and hope to travel with them again.