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ABOUT US

Ailes Travel, Well-
Travelled Since 2020

We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers since 2020, ever since our founder pioneered intimate, culturally-rich journeys in Africa. Today we are a leading travel company, taking guests to destinations with depth and authenticity across multiple continents.

Travel Your Way

Customized journeys tailored to your interests and pace

With You All The Way

24/7 support from our dedicated team throughout your journey

Travel Thoughtfully

Ethical travel that benefits communities and conserves nature

The Ailes Family

Expert guides and local partners who become lifelong friends

Founder

Our Journey Began in Uganda

Ailes Travel was born from a simple frustration: why was it so hard to find travel experiences that felt real? I grew up in Kampala, watching tour buses rush through my city treating it as a transit point to gorillas. I watched travelers experience Uganda's beauty but miss its soul.

So in 2020, I decided to create something different. Ailes Travel (named after the French word for "wings" — because travel should lift you) was founded on an ethos of intimate, culturally-rich experiences. We began with bespoke journeys in Uganda, hosting guests in carefully selected accommodations, working with expert local guides, and crafting itineraries that balanced wonder with rest, adventure with reflection.

"This is travel for people who value depth over distance. Quality over quantity. Stories over selfies."

Uganda landscape

We've Come a Long Way

From our beginnings in Uganda, Ailes Travel has built a blueprint for experiential travel that goes beyond the surface. We've grown into a trusted travel company known for crafting intimate, transformative journeys that honor both the destinations we visit and the travelers who trust us.

Our journeys have welcomed travelers from across Africa and beyond, each seeking something deeper than a typical tour. We've earned recognition for our commitment to small groups, cultural authenticity, and ethical travel practices.

Today, Ailes Travel continues to set the standard for thoughtful, immersive adventures. We specialize in two flagship experiences — The Soul of Uganda and Curated Italy — each reflecting our commitment to depth, ethics, and the belief that travel should transform you, not just move you.

Safari experience

For Life's Most Epic Adventures

Since our founding in 2020, Ailes Travel has been dedicated to creating transformative travel experiences. We offer carefully curated journeys that combine cultural depth with authentic connections, taking guests to destinations where every moment matters.

Our team of innovators includes destination experts, local guides, cultural historians, and well-connected partners — all dedicated to finding original and exclusive experiences that go beyond the typical tourist trail.

We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every trip you book with us supports local communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel. Our founding principles remain: awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable, and considered travel. Our mission is to craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.

OUR AFFILIATIONS

Committed to the Industry's Highest Standards

ACTIVE MEMBER
USTOA
United States Tour Operators Association
$1 MILLION TRAVELERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
ETOA
asta
American Society of
Travel Advisors
NTA®
IAATO
International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators