About
Designing Transformative Journeys Since 1998
For more than two decades, Private Journeys has designed immersive travel experiences shaped by deep relationships in the field and a belief that travel should transform. We specialize in highly curated journeys for discerning travelers seeking meaningful experiences around the world.
Our Story
Private Journeys was founded by Diane Terry, a journalist turned travel designer whose career has been shaped by curiosity, exploration, and a deep appreciation for the world's most captivating and remote destinations.
Over several decades exploring Africa, Asia, and South America, Diane has built a reputation for designing journeys that go far beyond traditional travel. Her itineraries combine immersive cultural experiences, distinctive accommodations, and access to remarkable places most travelers would never discover on their own.
The origins of Private Journeys trace back to Diane’s early women’s expeditions, small group active adventures that brought together women seeking challenge, discovery, and connection to each other and the natural world.
As the company evolved, Private Journeys expanded to include highly tailored journeys for individuals, couples, families, and small groups seeking extraordinary experiences around the world.
For more than two decades, Private Journeys has designed immersive travel experiences in 18 different countries -- all rich in history, indigenous culture, and extraordinary natural beauty.
Our Experience in Africa
Africa remains at the heart of our work. Through decades of travel across the continent, Diane and the Private Journeys team have built enduring relationships with lodge owners, guides, conservationists, and hospitality partners throughout East and Southern Africa. These relationships, combined with extensive firsthand knowledge of the region, allow our team to design immersive safaris that are highly personalized to each individual client.
Each year, we spend months in the field scouting new properties, revisiting trusted favorites, and discovering exceptional experiences for our clients. From ultra-luxury lodges to simple fly-camp adventures, we personally test every property and experience that we recommend.
Our Approach
Travel, when thoughtfully designed, has the power to expand perspective and create lifelong memories. This belief guides every Private Journey we create.
Each journey begins with a complimentary consultation. We take the time to understand your interests, preferred destinations, travel style, timing, and budget, before carefully designing a personalized itinerary that perfectly aligns with your expectations.
A trip development fee initiates the design process and allows our team to create a fully customized itinerary tailored specifically to you.
Our client relationships are at the heart of our work. More than 90% of our travelers return for multiple journeys.