Gazelle Safari Company, an award-winning <a href="https://absafricatv.com/why-europes-african-border-remains-a-flashpoint/” title=”Why Europe’s African border remains a flashpoint”>African destination management company (DMC), has entered into a strategic partnership with Extra Mile Representation to strengthen its presence in the Indian outbound travel market.
Under the agreement, Extra Mile Representation will lead Gazelle Safari Company’s B2B trade engagement, sales and marketing initiatives, and brand development across India, with a focus on the premium and luxury outbound travel segment.
The partnership aims to capitalise on the growing demand among Indian travellers for luxury, experiential and wildlife-focused holidays, while positioning Gazelle Safari Company as a preferred specialist for bespoke African safari experiences.
Ann Kalembe, CEO & Founder, Gazelle Safari Company, said, “The wait is over! Gazelle Safari Company is officially entering the Indian market and we are absolutely thrilled to officially establish our footprint here. India’s appetite for luxury outbound travel and authentic wildlife experiences is growing at an incredible pace. By combining our curated, tailor-made safari itineraries with Extramile’s incredible market insights, we are ready to redefine how Indian travellers explore Africa. We are confident that this partnership will mark the beginning of an extraordinary new chapter for Gazelle Safari.”
Kanchan Mhatre, Managing Director, Extra Mile Representation, said, “We are proud to partner with Gazelle Safari Company, an undisputed leader in East African tourism. The Indian luxury traveller is no longer looking for passive sightseeing; they demand raw, authentic and transformative experiences. Africa has seen an unprecedented surge in interest from India’s elite families, honeymooners, and high-net-worth individuals. By bringing Gazelle Safari’s award-winning destination management, deep operational expertise and bespoke grandeur collection to our market, Extramile is bridging the gap between Indian travel curators and Africa’s most exclusive wilderness frontiers. We look forward to establishing Gazelle Safari Company as the first choice for premium African safaris in India.”
