Photography by Toine IJsseldijk

– upcoming tours –

journeys of a lifetime
I have started organizing private trips to some of my favorite destinations. Organizing tours and expeditions with a focus on nature and indigenous tribes used to be my job, for 6 years! I love sharing unique experiences to off-the-beaten-track destinations and am now getting back into this.
 
Trips focus on nature, wildlife and indigenous culture. For those who just like to experience, as well as for photographers of all levels. I can also organize private or custom trips to pretty much anywhere in Indonesia, or for instance some of my favorite destinations in Africa. Just reach out!

Siberut Island – A Mentawai Cultural Experience

An immersive Journey to the Souls & Spirits of the Forest

March 2025 – MAJOR CEREMONY – Sold Out.
June 2025 – TRADITIONAL WEDDING CEREMONY – Open.
Start and end in Padang, West Sumatra – Indonesia
Come with us on a once-in-a-lifetime Siberut Island Mentawai culture and photography tour. Visit the Mentawai tribe and immerse in their traditional culture, believes and rituals. It will be an unforgettable trip, to the heart and soul of the island.
 
We will travel by canoe upriver deep into the interior of Siberut, to stay with the still traditional indigenous Mentawai people. Some of the Mentawai still live in large traditional long-houses, called Uma, which are spread out in river valleys deep in Siberut’s protected rainforest. We will stay in an Uma and experience Mentawai daily life, culture, believe and sacred rituals up-close.

Namibia – A Self-drive Safari Adventure

An expedition-style self-drive safari through spectacular natural beauty

September / October 2025 – Flexible dates 
Start and end in Windhoek, Namibia
Ever dreamt of an original and adventurous safari experience? Not really into only watching wildlife but actually want to combine spectacular natural scenery, wildlife and culture? Also want to have fun traveling with a few other like-minded travelers? Want something more adventurous, but without all the hassle to organize? Don’t want to stay in expensive accommodation and lodges?
 
Come with us! This tour will be customized to the wishes and preferences of the first ones interested to join. For an idea of how this tour could turn out visit my PHOTO STORIES of previous trips to Namibia:
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