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2.2717° S · 40.9020° E
— LAMU ARCHIPELAGO, KE
1.5061° S · 35.1431° E
— MAASAI MARA, KE

THE GLOBAL COLLECTION · PRIVATE JOURNEYS

The art of
travelling well.

Exceptional journeys across the world, considered through the lens of place, quality and value — always shaped around you.

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LAMU ✦ WATAMU ✦ NAIROBI ✦ KAJIADO ✦ TOKYO ✦ AMALFI COAST ✦ PARIS ✦ BALI ✦ MALDIVES ✦ ORLANDO ✦ WASHINGTON DC ✦ TEXAS

A direct line to a person

Call, text or WhatsApp +1 202-560-6329 and you reach Jordan, who plans these journeys personally. No ticket queue, no call centre.

Prices explained, not hidden

Every price is a per-person land estimate. Flights, visas and insurance are quoted separately and clearly.

Nothing binding up front

A 72-hour complimentary hold, a planning fee credited to your booking, and written supplier terms before you pay.

Insurance guidance

We do not sell insurance. We help you choose cover that actually protects your trip.

02 — YOUR LIKIZO ATLAS

One destination.
Three ways to travel.

Open any destination to compare Self-Guided, Curated Support, and Private VIP itineraries. Every starting price is a planning estimate and your final quote is tailored to your dates, departure city, and preferences.

All journeysEurope & AsiaIslands & beachesUnited StatesAfricaCustom dates
The Lamu Passage01Est. from $449
Lamu, Kenya

The Lamu Passage

Swahili stone town, carved doors and private dhow cruises through a timeless archipelago.

4 nightsCustom dates
Why go

A car-free island where centuries-old Swahili life continues at walking and sailing pace.

Best for

Couples and slow travellers

Ideal length

4 nights, extendable

From

$449 per person, land only

Watamu in Blue02Est. from $399
Watamu, Kenya

Watamu in Blue

White sands, protected marine reserve and unhurried days along the Indian Ocean.

4 nightsCustom dates
Why go

One of East Africa's best protected reefs, with warm water swimming almost year-round.

Best for

Families and first-time Kenya coast

Ideal length

4 nights, extendable

From

$399 per person, land only

Nairobi After Dark03Est. from $549
Nairobi, Kenya

Nairobi After Dark

A vibrant culinary capital and the refined urban gateway to East Africa's wild places.

3 nightsCustom dates
Why go

Wildlife within the city limits, plus the region's most exciting food and design scene.

Best for

Short stays and safari add-ons

Ideal length

3 nights, extendable

From

$549 per person, land only

Savannah Sanctuary04Est. from $799
Kajiado, Kenya

Savannah Sanctuary

Sweeping plains, Kilimanjaro horizons and intimate eco-lodges near Amboseli.

4 nightsCustom dates
Why go

Big-sky plains and elephant country with Kilimanjaro on the horizon at dawn.

Best for

Safari with fewer crowds

Ideal length

4 nights, extendable

From

$799 per person, land only

Japan in Motion05Est. from $1,390
Tokyo & Kyoto, Japan

Japan in Motion

Neon precision, quiet gardens and a seamless passage between two iconic cities.

7 nightsCustom dates
Why go

Two cities, one bullet train, and the cleanest contrast of modern and ancient anywhere.

Best for

Culture-led city travellers

Ideal length

7 nights, extendable

From

$1,390 per person, land only

Amalfi Slow Summer06Est. from $1,190
Amalfi Coast, Italy

Amalfi Slow Summer

Clifftop villages, private coves and long lunches above the Tyrrhenian Sea.

5 nightsCustom dates
Why go

Coastal villages best seen by boat, with timing that avoids the worst of the crowds.

Best for

Romantic and milestone trips

Ideal length

5 nights, extendable

From

$1,190 per person, land only

Paris, Properly07Est. from $890
Paris, France

Paris, Properly

Left Bank mornings, private ateliers and tables worth crossing the city for.

4 nightsCustom dates
Why go

A city that rewards good reservations and a well-chosen neighbourhood more than any other.

Best for

Short, high-quality city breaks

Ideal length

4 nights, extendable

From

$890 per person, land only

Bali Green Season08Est. from $990
Bali, Indonesia

Bali Green Season

Forest sanctuaries, temple mornings and a considered path from Ubud to the coast.

7 nightsCustom dates
Why go

Exceptional stays for the money, especially if your dates are flexible.

Best for

Long stays and value seekers

Ideal length

7 nights, extendable

From

$990 per person, land only

Maldives Overwater09Est. from $1,499
Maldives

Maldives Overwater

Private-island stillness, crystalline lagoons and villas poised above the sea.

5 nightsCustom dates
Why go

The clearest water you will swim in, with resort choice driving almost all of the cost.

Best for

Honeymoons and pure rest

Ideal length

5 nights, extendable

From

$1,499 per person, land only

Orlando Family Escape10Est. from $899
Florida, USA

Orlando Family Escape

Imaginative days, polished stays and every family detail arranged in advance.

5 nightsCustom dates
Why go

Park logistics planned properly turn an exhausting week into an easy one.

Best for

Families with children

Ideal length

5 nights, extendable

From

$899 per person, land only

Capital Discovery11Est. from $799
Washington DC, USA

Capital Discovery

Monumental history, celebrated museums and the capital's evolving dining scene.

4 nightsCustom dates
Why go

World-class museums with free entry, so your money goes to stays and dining.

Best for

Culture on a controlled budget

Ideal length

4 nights, extendable

From

$799 per person, land only

Texas Open Road12Est. from $1,099
Texas, USA

Texas Open Road

Design-led city stays, wide landscapes and an indulgent journey through the Lone Star State.

6 nightsCustom dates
Why go

Austin, hill country and Big Bend distances handled with a properly planned route.

Best for

Road trips and music lovers

Ideal length

6 nights, extendable

From

$1,099 per person, land only

Kenya Safari Classic13Est. from $1,290
Maasai Mara, Kenya

Kenya Safari Classic

Private game drives, intimate camps and the elemental rhythm of the Mara.

6 nightsCustom dates
Why go

The highest density of big game in Kenya, with conservancy camps away from the convoys.

Best for

First safari, done well

Ideal length

6 nights, extendable

From

$1,290 per person, land only

Stone & Sand14Est. from $749
Zanzibar, Tanzania

Stone & Sand

Spice-scented lanes, coral architecture and a languid Indian Ocean finale.

5 nightsCustom dates
Why go

History in Stone Town and beach time in one short flight from the mainland.

Best for

Pairing with a safari

Ideal length

5 nights, extendable

From

$749 per person, land only

Cairo & the Pyramids15Est. from $699
Giza, Egypt

Cairo & the Pyramids

Ancient wonders, private expert guides and the contemporary pulse of Cairo.

4 nightsCustom dates
Why go

A great Egyptologist guide changes this trip more than any hotel upgrade.

Best for

History-first travellers

Ideal length

4 nights, extendable

From

$699 per person, land only

South Coast Break16Est. from $299
Mombasa, Kenya

South Coast Break

Fort Jesus, Swahili flavors and restorative days beside the warm Indian Ocean.

3 nightsCustom dates
Why go

Easy access, warm sea, and the best value per night on the Kenyan coast.

Best for

Short, affordable coast escapes

Ideal length

3 nights, extendable

From

$299 per person, land only

Naivasha Escape17Est. from $199
Lake Naivasha, Kenya

Naivasha Escape

Lakeside calm, wildlife encounters and a restorative highland retreat.

2 nightsCustom dates
Why go

Walking safari, boat trips and Hell's Gate within a couple of hours of the capital.

Best for

Weekend trips from Nairobi

Ideal length

2 nights, extendable

From

$199 per person, land only

Estimated prices are per person and intended for planning. Final pricing varies by dates, origin, availability, and selected inclusions.

03 — TRAVEL BETTER. SPEND SMARTER.

We find the better option,
at the better value.

Likizo combines travel expertise with on-the-ground knowledge, balancing quality, location, experience, and price so you do not have to.

Expert planning, no guesswork

We chart your whole journey — flights, stays, transfers, and experiences — so you spend less time searching and more time enjoying.

Best quality for the price

Not the cheapest option, never an overpriced one. We find the journey that is genuinely worth the money.

Better experiences, same budget

Supplier relationships and local knowledge unlock better stays, flights, and experiences for the same spend.

Transparent from the start

A clear planning fee, no hidden markups, and no surprises. You see the value before you commit.

04 — THREE SERVICE LEVELS

Choose how much
we travel with you.

The same destination, three levels of support. Prices are per-person land estimates for the shortest journey in that tier; your quote is built around your dates and group.

Self-GuidedFrom $199 per person

The most affordable way to travel well.

  • Stays, transfers and a full day-by-day plan
  • Digital maps, trip notes and packing lists
  • Text or WhatsApp support before you depart
Design my journey
Most chosenCurated SupportFrom $389 per person

Our best-value tier, and the one most travellers choose.

  • Everything in Self-Guided
  • Curated local experiences and reservations
  • Vetted local contacts and insider attraction tips
  • Dedicated planner reachable during your trip
Design my journey
Private VIPFrom $795 per person

Fully hosted, all-inclusive and handled end to end.

  • Everything in Curated Support
  • Private guiding, transfers and premium stays
  • Dedicated local host on the ground
  • 24/7 concierge for the whole journey
Design my journey

Included: stays, ground transfers, planned experiences and Likizo planning support. Not included: international flights, visas, insurance and personal spending — quoted separately.

05 — ONE SIGNATURE LIKIZO ITINERARY

Kenya Safari Classic

One example of how we build a journey — the same craft applies from Tokyo to the Amalfi Coast. Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Amboseli → Diani · 7 days / 6 nights

Day 01

Nairobi Arrival

A private transfer to your boutique hotel in Karen, followed by a welcome dinner overlooking the capital's green canopy.

Day 01 — Nairobi Arrival
Day 02

Into the Mara

A bush flight to the Maasai Mara. Afternoon game drive, tented camp, and the great savanna light by sundown.

Day 02 — Into the Mara
Day 03

The Big Five

A full day on the plains with a Maasai guide, a bush lunch, and sunset overlooking the Mara River.

Day 03 — The Big Five
Day 04

Amboseli & Kilimanjaro

Elephants against Kilimanjaro, a thoughtful village visit, and a quiet fireside dinner.

Day 04 — Amboseli & Kilimanjaro
Day 05

Coast & Watamu

Fly to the Indian Ocean coast for white sand, protected coral reefs, and a dhow at anchor.

Day 05 — Coast & Watamu
Day 06

Swahili Farewell

Carved doors, spice markets, and a final lunch of fresh catch before your journey home.

Day 06 — Swahili Farewell

06 — THE LIKIZO STORY

Born from a journey
too good not to share.

Likizo is the work of Jordan Muchui Githire, a traveller who fell so completely in love with being somewhere new that he had to build a way to share it.

The idea is simple: a beachside table in Lamu as the tide comes in, a long dinner in a city you have never seen, the right room at the right moment — with your favourite person, your favourite people, or entirely on your own.

Everything else is logistics, and logistics are what we take off your hands. Call, text or WhatsApp +1 202-560-6329 and you reach Jordan directly.

I

Quality, never compromise

We select experiences for how well they are delivered, not simply how much they cost.

II

Value, not the lowest price

Better choices, smarter spending, and more memorable days.

III

Curation, not endless choice

Our expertise turns overwhelming search results into a journey designed around you.

“The better option, at the better value — with every detail handled.”

07 — THE PEOPLE ON THE GROUND

The custodians
behind every day.

A journey is only as good as the people delivering it. These are the roles we build every itinerary around — named for you personally in your written proposal, once your dates and places are set.

Local hosts

The person who meets you at arrivals, knows the road conditions, and can change the plan on the day if weather or traffic says so.

Guides and naturalists

Licensed guides in safari country and expert city guides elsewhere, chosen for how well they explain a place, not how loudly.

Drivers and transfer partners

Vetted vehicles and drivers for airport runs, park transfers and long road days, so nobody is negotiating a fare at midnight.

Stay partners

Owners and managers we deal with directly, which is how a room gets moved to a better view or a late checkout simply happens.

Kitchens and tables

The beachside kitchen in Lamu, the sushi counter worth booking ahead. Food is planned, not left to chance.

Community partners

Conservancies and community-run projects where your visit supports the place you came to see.

We only list partners we have worked with. Rather than publish stock faces and invented names, we introduce you to the exact people who will look after you, before you pay anything.

08 — PARTNERS & STAYS

People we met
along the way.

Our partners and stays are not a supplier list bought from a wholesaler. They are the connections we made while travelling these places ourselves — the captain, the guesthouse family, the guide, the driver — kept because they were good to us and gave us tips, suggestions and local expertise we could not have found alone.

Lamu, Kenya

A dhow captain in Shela

Met on a first trip to the archipelago. He sails the sunset run when the tide is right, knows which sandbank is walkable that week, and cooks the catch on board.

Watamu, Kenya

A beachfront guesthouse family

Twelve rooms, run by the family who built it. They hold the two rooms with the best sea breeze for our travellers and arrange the marine park boat directly.

Maasai Mara, Kenya

A Maasai guide from a conservancy camp

Introduced to us on a green-season trip. He reads tracks before anyone else in the vehicle sees them, and he decides the morning route, not the schedule.

Nairobi, Kenya

A driver who has become the first call

Airport runs at any hour, honest traffic advice, and the reason nobody in our care has ever negotiated a fare at midnight.

Amalfi Coast, Italy

A boat owner in a small harbour

A half-day along the coast with someone who knows which cove empties out at three in the afternoon, and where to eat afterwards without a reservation war.

Tokyo & Kyoto, Japan

A city host and a ryokan owner

Two connections made on separate trips. Between them: counter seats worth crossing the city for, and a tatami room in Kyoto that never appears on a booking site.

Names and properties are confirmed in your written proposal. We introduce you personally, so you arrive as someone expected rather than as a booking reference.

09 — WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU ENQUIRE

No mystery,
no pressure.

From your first message to the day you fly home, here is exactly how a Likizo booking works.

  1. 01

    Tell us the shape of the trip

    Send an estimate or a message. Where you want to be, roughly when, who is coming and what you would like to spend.

  2. 02

    We reply within one business day

    Usually with questions, because the good version of your trip depends on the details you have not mentioned yet.

  3. 03

    You receive a written proposal

    Named stays, day-by-day plan, real flight prices, everything included and everything excluded, and one final total.

  4. 04

    Dates held free for 72 hours

    You review it with no pressure. Changes are free at this stage — that is what the proposal is for.

  5. 05

    Confirm, pay, and travel

    Deposit to confirm, balance before departure, all supplier terms in writing. Your planning fee is credited to the booking.

  6. 06

    Support while you are away

    From trip notes on Self-Guided to a reachable planner or a dedicated host on the ground, depending on your tier.

Included: stays, ground transfers, planned experiences and Likizo planning support. Not included: international flights, visas, insurance and personal spending — quoted separately. Deposits, balance dates and change terms are set out in your proposal in writing before any payment.

10 — PROOF, NOT PROMISES

We would rather be honest
than look popular.

Likizo is young. Rather than fill this page with stock photographs and reviews nobody wrote, here is what you can verify today.

No invented reviews

You will not find a single testimonial here until a real traveller writes one. When they do, it appears with their name and their own photographs.

Everything in writing

Named stays, flight prices, inclusions, exclusions and one final total — before any payment, on every trip.

A person, not a portal

Jordan answers the phone. Call or text +1 202-560-6329 and ask anything before you commit a cent.

Be an early traveller

Travel with us now and, if you are happy, share your story and photographs. Early travellers shape how this collection grows.

Travelled with us? Tell the truth about it.

Send a few lines and a photograph or two from your journey. We publish reviews exactly as written, with your first name and your own images — nothing rewritten, nothing staged.

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11 — START A CONVERSATION

Where do you want
to go next?

Tell us what you want to embark on. Jordan and the Likizo team will reach out to tailor the route, dates, support, and price around you.

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New York → Diani, Kenya · flexible dates · 2 travellers · Guided Support

By sending this inquiry, you are asking the Likizo team to contact you about your trip. We reply within one business day.

12 — THE FIELD JOURNAL

Where your money
actually goes.

Honest, useful writing about value: what things really cost, what is worth paying for, and what is not.

What $2,000 gets you in Kenya

A line-by-line look at what two thousand dollars really buys across safari, coast and city.

Read the piece

Lamu vs Watamu

Two Kenyan coast icons compared on cost, character, access and who each one actually suits.

Read the piece

Where is your money best spent?

The four upgrades that change a trip, and the ones that quietly waste your budget.

Read the piece

When to travel: a month-by-month guide

Season by season across Kenya, the Maldives, Japan, Italy and Bali — and where the price falls.

Read the piece

How to plan a first safari

Parks versus conservancies, camp types, vehicle sharing, and the mistakes that cost first-timers the most.

Read the piece

13 — DISPATCHES

Premium travel insights,
without the premium price.

Get field notes, seasonal picks and last-minute availability by text.

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No noise. No clutter. Only useful insights from the field.
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