How We Travel
Uniquely curated, guided small group experiences to spectacular wild places and hidden gems, no planning required.
Let’s face it, there’s a lot wrong with travel these days…
Whether it’s the AI-written Top 10 Travel listicles, mega cruise ships or big travel conglomerates reselling destinations like hamburgers off a conveyor belt, travel is looking more and more like a trip to Walmart. Even “independent travelers” find themselves on the same circuit of so-called hot new destinations. Dolomites or Croatia anyone?
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The result can be damaging overtourism, and a loss of that magical feeling of wonderment and discovery that you get when you travel.
The road less travelled
karibu was created to help you discover hidden gems and rekindle the magic that comes from real, authentic experiences that challenge and excite you. We hope you don’t find any of them on a Top 10 Travel Checklist.
Travel that feels good and does good
You want travel that is good for you and good for the places you visit. So do we. That’s why being in nature, being active, and being connected are essential components of our trips. And by traveling with karibu, you are contributing to local communities – through partnerships and social programs, and by limiting your footprint. Learn more about our Guiding Principles.
Ultimately, our mission is to share some of the world’s most amazing wild places and hidden gems, and help keep them that way.
That unique trip you want without months of planning
Travel means a lot to you and you look for those special experiences. You could try to plan it yourself, or outsource it to someone who either doesn’t get you or is reselling an off-the-shelf product. We get you.
Our founder, Andrea Mandel-Campbell, is a former foreign correspondent who spent years traveling. She brings a journalist’s eye for the unique and authentic, combined with judgement and taste to our one-of-a-kind curated trips. Learn more about Andrea.
Scheduled and Private Trips
karibu offers scheduled trips in each one of our destinations, based on the best times of year to visit (optimal weather, wildlife, or other factors). Private trips can also be arranged if the dates available don’t work with your schedule or you are looking to plan a trip with just your friends and family. Contact us to plan a private trip.
Who karibu experiences are for
Wild, Sublime Vancouver Island
Kayaking, Killer Whales & the Kwakwa̱ka̱’wakw
From CAD $6,200 + tax | 6 days
Dive Deep Into Newfoundland
Hiking, Humpbacks, Foraging and Storytelling
From CAD $5,900 or US $4,200 | 8 days
Big, Bold, Beautiful Ontario
Canoeing the Canadian Shield
From CAD $2,995 + tax | 6 days