Esther Ruempol
Travelling and discovering new places is one of the things I love most in life, and the best part is to share these special places with our travellers. Our goal as a local specialist is to design your ultimate dream holiday, with a focus on sustainability and authentic experiences.
We like to make sure your trip has a minimum negative and maximum positive impact on the destination you visit. To this end, our accommodation portfolio consists of luxury lodges that have been verified and are known to have a sustainability mindset. They make a genuine effort to contribute positively to the nature, wildlife, and local communities in their direct environment.
I firmly believe that luxury travel and sustainability can co-exist and be integrated with your personal wishes to ensure you have the holiday of a lifetime!
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"South Africa is definitely my specialty. I have lived and worked here for the past 11 years and I have travelled extensively. I have been lucky enough to have the opportunity to have seen a lot of accommodations and visited many of the highlights as well as off the beaten track destinations.
In addition, I make regular visits to the countries surrounding South Africa and I have also gained a lot of knowledge on Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Mozambique."
How did you get involved in travel?
"When I was 18 and had finished high school, I was not sure what to study and so I embarked on a solo-trip to Australia for 8 months. This was the best thing I could have done and when I came back I decided to study tourism!
I have never looked back since then. Travelling is in my blood, I love discovering new places and especially to use those experiences to plan the perfect trip for my clients.
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Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"That first trip to Australia is something I will never forget. Australia is an immensely large country and because I was there for 8 months and travelled around a lot, it gave me so many different experiences. There are many beautiful and different types of landscapes, activities from wine tasting an visiting the vineyards to driving a 4x4 and diving and snorkelling on one of the islands bay the East Coast.
It also taught me a lot of things about myself and about (solo) travelling in a new country you have never been to. Some of these things I can still use today when designing a tour for my clients. "
Esther's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
Safari game drives are just one of the many memorable adventures and activities you'll experience on this two-week road trip through South Africa. Get off the beaten track and...
Experience a more luxurious style of safari with this 10-day South African adventure. After an introduction to Cape Town, set off into the Cape Winelands for private vineyard...
With 10 days in South Africa, you can combine the ultimate safari experience with the freedom of an adventurous road trip. Hop between Kruger and Sabi Sands for a packed...
Road trip itineraries
This itinerary is sure to satisfy any adventurer looking to explore the best of Southern Africa's natural scenery. From the coast of Cape Town up along the Garden Route and into...
Visit three of Africa's top destinations on this epic, two-week road trip. Start in Namibia for towering dunes, salt pans, and a self-drive safari in Etosha National Park. Head...
Recent trip reviews for Esther
A Great and Memorable Trip to Madagascar -- Thanks to Esther and Nick.
Madagascar
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Aug 27 - Sep 5, 2024
Hi Michael, wow thanks so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your stunning pictures! We are thrilled to hear you had a great trip to Madagascar.
Highly Recommend!
South Africa
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Sep 1 - Sep 5, 2024
Thanks so much for the raving review Carlee!! So happy that you had a great trip :-)
Trip of a lifetime. HIGHLY Recommend
South Africa
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Sep 1 - Sep 5, 2024
So glad you had a good trip! Thanks so much for your amazing review and it was a great pleasure planning this with you :-)
Johannesburg
South Africa
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Jul 29 - Jul 31, 2024
Hi Sarah, thanks so much for your review and glad to hear you had a great trip!
Incredible trip all-around
Namibia
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Jul 10 - Jul 24, 2024
Hi Graham, so glad you guys had a great trip and that everything went well. And hank you so much for the fantastic review and compliments, we really appreciate it :-)
Wonderful Southern African experience
Namibia
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Jul 5 - Jul 23, 2024
Hi Bianca, thanks so much for your wonderful review and also for rating the individual hotels, this is so valuable for us and we will definitely use your feedback to continuously keep improving our tours.
I am so glad that you had a great trip in Southern Africa and that you got to experience many of the highlights :-)
Outstanding Travel Agent for South Africa Adv...
South Africa
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Jul 5 - Jul 17, 2024
We recently returned from an unforgettable trip to South Africa, meticulously planned by Esther and Lucy. From start to finish, our experience was nothing short of exceptional, and we owe it all to the expertise and dedication of our travel agent. Personalized Itinerary and Seamless Planning From the moment we reached out to Esther, Eco travel -Boutique, we knew we were in good hands. They took the time to understand our preferences,... Read more
Hi Ingenie, thank you so much for taking the time to do this extensive review. It is hugely appreciated and incredibly helpful. We will use your feedback to keep improving :-). We are so glad you had an amazing trip and it was a great pleasure planning it with you!
Kimkim turned a dream into reality
South Africa
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Jun 18 - Jun 26, 2024
Wow Cristi, what an amazing review, thank you so much. We are so happy you and Dominic had a great time in South Africa. Hope to see you again some time!
Amazing time in South Africa
South Africa
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Jun 15 - Jun 23, 2024
We had a wonderful time at Mhondoro in South Africa. The place was outstanding and Esther was fantastic to work with. Will definitely be doing more safaris in the near future!
Hi Nicole, thank you so much, that's wonderful to hear. Africa hopes to see you again!
Safari at Mhondoro Lodge
South Africa
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Jun 15 - Jun 23, 2024
We just came back from an amazing trip to South Africa. From planning to execution, the trip was a great success. Esther took care of every detail and she understood our particularities quickly and incorporated our special requests without issue (food allergies, private guide). An amazing travel specialist.
Mhondoro lodge lived up to the 5 stars. It was a quiet, personal place. Our guide on Safari, Hein, made our trip. He was knowledgeable, interesting and energetic.
We really have only positive things to say about our trip. Well done and thank you!!
Hi Suzanne, thank you so much for your review and the lovely compliments. I'm so happy you enjoyed your South African Safari!