Local travel agency en Australie
Antipodes Travel, your local agency based in Dunedin, New Zealand.
Our story
Antipodes Travel was born from a deep attachment to Oceania and a simple desire: to guide English-speaking travellers with authenticity, from the other side of the world, far from standard tourist routes.
The agency was founded in 2004 by a French couple with a passion for travel, based in Sydney. Over the years, the team expanded its reach far beyond Australia to cover New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, with a second office established in Dunedin. Throughout these two decades, Antipodes Travel has chosen to maintain a human scale, cultivating in-depth knowledge of the territory and partnerships forged directly with local stakeholders.
Sandrine and Yoann now lead a team of English-speaking advisors based in Sydney and Dunedin. Alongside them, Yann designs itineraries with the same commitment: listen, understand, adjust. Road trip through the Outback, crossing Tasmania, immersion in Aboriginal culture, encounter with the Great Barrier Reef — each journey is built step by step, in close collaboration with the traveler.
Here, we don't replicate programs. We build trips that reflect who you are.
Antipodes Travel is part of the Nomadays collective. This partnership allows you to benefit from direct organization with a local English-speaking team based in Sydney, while enjoying secure booking in France: payment in euros, deposit protection, APST guarantee and compliance with French tourism law. You thus get the best of both worlds: the proximity of an on-site team and the security of a protective legal framework.
Australia is lived through distances, light and contrasts. My role is to help travellers transform this vastness into a smooth, coherent and truly personal itinerary.
— Yann, Architect of Australia's Great Journeys
Our approach to travel
Each itinerary is a unique creation, tailored to your desires and our intimate knowledge of the destination.
Tailored, truly
No set itineraries. Your trip is designed from scratch according to your wishes, your pace and your budget. Every detail is thought through for you.
Local expertise
Our team lives en Australie. We personally test every accommodation, every guide, every experience we recommend.
Responsible tourism
We prioritize family-run accommodations, local guides, and experiences that directly benefit Thai communities.
The team creating your journey
Passionate experts en Australie on the ground to guide you every step of the way.
Yann
Architect of Australia's great journeys
« Australia is lived through distances, lights and contrasts. My role is to help travelers transform this vastness into a smooth, coherent and truly personal itinerary. »
How it works
From your first idea to your return, we're by your side every step of the way.
Let's chat
Tell us about your wishes, your pace, your interests. By phone, email or video call — we take the time to listen to you.
Your trip is taking shape
We design a bespoke itinerary with accommodations, transportation, guides and experiences. You'll receive a detailed proposal within 48 hours.
Secure booking
You book and pay in France with Nomadays, backed by APST financial guarantee and secure payment. Your local agency then prepares every detail on the ground.
Experience the moment
On the ground, everything is organized. Your digital travel journal, your local contacts, and our 24/7 assistance guide you every step of the way.
Share your memories
Upon return, share your experience. Your feedback helps us improve and inspires future travelers.
Our local commitment
Travel differently means contributing positively to the communities that welcome you.
Australian accommodation providers and guides
We work with family-run lodges, independent guides, and local transporters from Queensland to Tasmania, paid at fair rates.
Encounters with Aboriginal People
Guided tours led by Anangu, Tiwi or Yolngu communities on their lands, with revenue sharing negotiated directly with tribal councils.
Preserved reef and outback
Limited dives on the Great Barrier Reef, nights in certified eco-lodges and group transfers to reduce impact on national parks.
Bush expertise and craftsmanship
Bark painting workshops, bush tucker cooking and ranger encounters share the knowledge of First Nations peoples and Outback station owners.
Travel with peace of mind
Antipodes Travel is a member of the Nomadays network. You benefit from the guarantees of a European agency while enjoying the expertise of a local agency.
Antipodes Travel is one of the 95+ local agencies in the collective Nomadays —
Financial Guarantee APST
Your funds are protected by the Professional Tourism Solidarity Association. In case of unexpected circumstances, you are covered 100%.
Secure payment
Payment by bank transfer or credit card via a secure platform. Option to pay in instalments.
24/7 support
During your trip, an emergency line is available 7 days a week. Our local team steps in whenever you need it.
International network
Nomadays brings together more than 100 local agencies worldwide. A guarantee of reliability, quality and sustainability.
Frequently asked questions about the agency
Do you still have questions? Here are the most frequently asked questions about how our agency works.
Antipodes Travel designs your trip directly en Australie, with advisors who know the ground daily. You avoid intermediaries, gain in responsiveness and benefit from advice on genuinely lived experiences — no standardized marketing catalog.
Plan ideally 2 to 3 months before departure during peak seasons (hotels and guides are scarcer), 1 month is enough for quieter seasons. For last-minute departures, get in touch with us: we'll honestly tell you if we can put together a quality trip within the timeframe.
Yes, 7 days a week throughout your stay. You'll receive a local WhatsApp number + a dedicated emergency contact. Our on-site team can assist within hours in case of unexpected events (cancelled flight, illness, weather changes).
Your payments are 100% protected by the Professional Solidarity Association for Tourism. If a service provider (hotel, transport, etc.) or the agency fails, your funds are refunded. This is a mandatory guarantee for any French travel agency — Nomadays benefits from it across its entire network.
Yes, as much as possible. Changes made more than 30 days before departure are generally free of charge (excluding hotel rate differences). As your departure approaches, some bookings become less flexible — we always inform you of your options before confirmation.
Payment is made in full in France, in euros, with Nomadays — secured by credit card or bank transfer. You have no payments to make en Australie: everything is pre-arranged (accommodations, transfers, guides, activities). You just need to budget for meals outside the itinerary and personal purchases.
What our travelers say
“Thank you so much for your services and for this wonderful program that was a true pleasure to experience.”
Jean-Marc et famille
Australia
“A magnificent stay in the Australian outback. Choices tailored to our expectations. In the end, we came away wanting more, thank you Antipodes Travel.”
Jean-Marc et sa famille
Australia
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