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TRΛVELBOECKER ΛDVENTURES

Curating Sustainable Wilderness Safaris for 25+ Years

Christine Boecker - Nature Lover & Explorer

My deep appreciation for nature and all things wild is what inspires me to design one-of-a-kind, conservation focused journeys to Africa, South America and the Galápagos Islands, and to hidden ports around the world.


Growing up in suburban South Africa, one of my earliest memories is of my parents loading us into the old station-wagon, along with a great clatter of pots and pans and a heavy old canvas tent and heading to the Kruger Park, where we spent many school holidays in ‘the bush’.

My parents shared a deep respect for nature, and I soon followed in their footsteps.


Safari vehicle, game drive

My travel career began as an apprentice in my uncle's travel agency. Since then I have carried on the family business, first in Germany, then in South Africa and since 1994 in Canada. My passion for travel and exploring have been my constant and lifelong companions. Today my tourism career spans five continents and more than four decades.   Credentials >>


In 1996 I founded TRΛVELBOECKER ΛDVENTURES, specializing in wildlife safaris to remote and wonderous places in Africa, the Galápagos Islands, Amazon, Patagonia, Canada and on small ship cruises to hidden ports around the globe - always with a strong emphasis on sustainable travel and responsible tourism.


When I'm not busy inspiring travellers to venture off the beaten track or championing environmentally responsible destinations, I scour the globe, visiting nature reserves and lodges, and meeting with partners in search of captivating and ethical experiences that you can enjoy. Over the years I've visited more than 50 countries around the world and experienced hundreds of safaris.

 

For me, travel is about sharing incredible memories, like the time an African elephant reached out to sniff me and the day a blue-footed Boobie waddled up to me; what it is like to gaze into the eyes of a mountain gorilla or to sneak up on a polar bear, and live to tell the tale!

As Einstein said: “Look deep into nature, then you will understand everything better.”  When you book with TRΛVELBOECKER ΛDVENTURES you will return from your immersive journey with a far greater understanding of the places you have visited.


  • Read about my personal travels

    What is your favorite Destination?

    Christine: Definitely Botswana – for the variety of eco-systems, plethora of wildlife and birds,  easy access and short distances between intimate camps and sustainable tourism practices. My frequent visits make me the Africa Travel Expert you can rely on for an unforgettable safari.


    Also - the Canadian Arctic for the grandeur of mountains, steep cliffs, ice fields and glaciers providing habitat for a great variety of wildlife.


    And… my latest happy place is Petra in Jordan. 


    What is your most memorable travel experience?

    Christine: A hyena skulking through our campsite – not 20 paces away from where we were having dinner under a canvas canopy.

    We froze, then relaxed when our guide calmly picked up his weapon – a flashlight!! – and the hyena disappeared into the darkness of the night.


    Your top travel tip?

    Christine: Travel light and enjoy the journey – even if it differs from what’s written on your itinerary.


    What’s your go-to activity to pass time at the airport?

    Christine: Shopping, people watching, eating local foods.


    If you could pack your bag tomorrow and go anywhere, where would it be?

    Christine: The pyramids of Sudan, the African bush (again!), Patagonia, an Ayurvedic retreat in India… there are just so many great places!


    Best way to recover from jetlag?

    Christine: Sleep… on the flights, in airports, anywhere but at your destination!


    Three must have items you pack in your suitcase when you hit the road?

    Christine: These days I travel light, which means carry-on luggage only. But camera, laptop and comfortable walking shoes are my priorities.


    What is the first thing you do when you arrive in a destination?

    Christine: Explore and scout out the new neighbourhood.


    Top tips for occupying your time on those longhaul flights?

    Christine: Catching up on movies, reading and creating a video with my new photos.


Why see the world with TRΛVELBOECKER ΛDVENTURES?

Owner operated!

From the moment we first meet online during our exclusive Discovery Call, through the entire trip planning process, until the day you begin your journey and after you have returned home, you will have one and the same travel consultant – me. This hands-on approach allows me to personalize your trip, tailor-making every aspect to your specific wishes.

The result is… well, check out these Testimonials >>

Travel with Confidence!

Rest assured that I will keep you informed of all health and safety requirements, before and during your trip, where you can rely on 24/7 assistance by our local partners. My personal connections and customized approach make your journey safe and seamless, no matter how remote your destination.

Knowledgeable!

I regularly invest in international travel conferences and on-the-spot training to stay well-informed and ensure that I am the very best travel advisor I can be. I also attend travel trade shows online to stay abreast of every-changing developments in the industry.  See accreditations >>

Been there, done that – and loved it!

Over the years I’ve had the privilege of visiting many fascinating countries myself, from the hot and dry Namib Desert in a safari vehicle, to the cold and windy Arctic on a Russian Icebreaker and many memorable places in between. By sharing my first-hand travel experience and in-depth knowledge, you too can explore the world way beyond the beaten track.

Un-googlable!

I will help you cut through the immense amount of information on the internet, saving you both time and money. No matter how much you search, there are some experiences you simply cannot find online, such as the Women's Craft Market in Victoria Falls, a Jazz brunch in Cape Town or a private birding guide just for you!

Designing unique journeys!

...for discerning travellers is my forté. No challenge is too large, whether your interest lies in wildlife, birding, photography, art, history. I have even secured Wimbledon Tennis Finals tickets just a few rows behind the Royal Box!

Choose your destination >>

Responsible!

Responsible and sustainable ecological tourism is a major pillar of our philosophy. It is truly our mission to support the preservation of the environment and its inhabitants for generations to come. Learn more >>

Giving back!

I am very proud of SPREAD THE SMILE, our soccer ball donation project, putting smiles on the faces of underprivileged children in Africa.

By donating a soccer ball you are supporting an African social enterprise that creates jobs for disabled adults who manufacture leather balls and promote health education through sport.
TRΛVELBOECKER ΛDVENTURES will match your donation. Our goal is to give every child in Africa a ball to play with, and to Spread the Smile :)  Get onboard >>

Licensed & Insured!

TRΛVELBOECKER ΛDVENTURES is a professional travel consultancy operating as a division of Personal Travel Management Ltd (PTM), a British Columbia registered, licensed, and bonded travel agency ensuring that your travel dollars are insured and protected. See credentials >>

  • Our Privacy Promise

    “Whether you are a TRAVELBOECKER ADVENTURES client or a newsletter subscriber, we will not knowingly reveal, rent or otherwise make available any e-mail address to third parties.”

    Christine Boecker

    Founder


    At TRAVELBOECKER ADVENTURES, we are concerned about your privacy.


    Keeping the privacy and earning and retaining the trust of our customers is our mantra. So we have written this promise to inform you about our official privacy practices.


    We want to provide you with information about travel, specific trips, and other offers that are best suited to your needs. To do this, we sometimes ask you to provide personal information to us. Our philosophy is that you should have control over what kind of information you provide to us and how we use this information. Please take the time to review our privacy promise and understand what we do and do not do with data that we collect from you.


    Personal and Demographic Data collected by TRAVELBOECKER ADVENTURES


    We ask for your name, e-mail address and phone number when you send a request for information. During subsequent correspondence, TRAVELBOECKER ADVENTURES may ask for other personal data, such as interests (including favorite activity and destination), address and birth date. If you express interest in booking a trip by either calling us or by filling out a form on our site, we will ask when you plan to travel, where you want to travel, what you want to do while traveling, how many people you want to travel with, where your trip will originate, and whether you require air tickets. We will also ask for a daytime phone number in case you want to be called by our travel specialist.


    TRAVELBOECKER ADVENTURES uses this information to provide you with personalized travel services and to direct you to offers from us or selected partners that would appeal to you. If you purchase a product or service from TRAVELBOECKER ADVENTURES, you will be asked to provide an address, phone number, and possibly a credit card number. TRAVELBOECKER ADVENTURES collects this information only to complete the purchase transaction. This does not apply to purchases made on sites linked to TRAVELBOECKER ADVENTURES.


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    TRAVELBOECKER ADVENTURES will not send you any e-mail you do not wish to receive. If, for any reason you would like to discontinue receiving our newsletters, you can easily and safely unsubscribe. If you ever have a problem with your subscription, contact chris@travelboecker.com or call 604.338.9211.


    Changes in our Privacy Promise


    As the nature of our business changes, TRAVELBOECKER ADVENTURES may need to change its privacy promise. If the promise is changed, this page will be updated. You will not be provided with any other notice of a change in the privacy promise. Please check this page to see if there have been any changes.


    Questions? Concerns?


    Contact Christine Boecker at chris@travelboecker.com


    Tel: 604.338.9211 or Toll Free: 1.877.739.3653


Relevant articles:

Expert travel agent, safari specialist
By Christine Boecker 06 May, 2021
“Professional travel agents have an edge over other sellers of travel. They know what you want, speak your language, and are there when you run into trouble.” – Christopher Elliott, National Geographic
African luxury safari, giraffe
By Christine Boecker 12 Feb, 2021
True - July to October is the most popular time, yet wildlife roams the African savannah all year around, and there are many advantages to travelling in the off-season.
Galapagos, blue-footed boobies
By Christine Boecker 15 Oct, 2020
In this wonderland of extraordinary wildlife species, how does one go about selecting a Galapagos Islands tour that’s just right for you? We help you to consider all your options.
SA Vaal, South Africa, Southampton
By Christine Boecker 03 Mar, 2017
It was exactly 40 years ago that I began an apprenticeship at my uncle's travel agency, wearing rose-coloured glasses! My dreams were soon dashed...

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Christine Boecker enjoys getting involved in the community and sponsors the Make-a-Wish Foundation, Richmond Ringette, COPS for Cancer, SOS Children’s Village, Hoops for Hope and the Canadian Network for International Surgery, as well as community events such as the annual Steveston Salmon Festival.


She volunteered on the organizing committee of the Steveston Farmers & Artisan Market, chaired the South African Business Network Group, was membership director for the German Canadian Business Association and member of the Vancouver Board of Trade.


Christine was a founding member and director of marketing for German Kids Richmond, a language school dedicated to keeping the German language and culture alive in our children. Feeding her passion for children, Christine is a qualified Parent Advisor, offering parents an intuitive way to make sense of their children.


THE TREE


Let us pause for the taking of inventory,
To measure the debt we owe the tree.
For the searching root that knits the soil,
The cooling shade for those who toil,
The air we breathe, nature’s greatest gift,
And the leaf that heralds each season’s shift.

Forget not the fruit that feeds man and beast,
The branch that burns to prepare the feast.
That sturdy frame that builds the home,
And the paper on which you read this poem.

The tree gives all and asks no prize,
Even making the axe that ends its life.

                                                                    Anon

Africa, Acacia tortilis
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