A-List Jay and Brandi Parmar T+L TOP TRAVEL ADVISORS | EAST AND SOUTHERN AFRICA SPECIALISTS By Travel + Leisure Editors Travel + Leisure Editors Since 1971, Travel + Leisure editors have followed one mission: to inform, inspire, and guide travelers to have deeper, more meaningful experiences. T+L's editors have traveled to countries all over the world, having flown, sailed, road tripped, and taken the train countless miles. They've visited small towns and big cities, hidden gems and popular destinations, beaches and mountains, and everything in between. With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and provide readers with tried-and-tested trip ideas, in-depth intel, and inspiration at every point of a journey. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 1, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of Respective Travel Advisor As a third-generation Kenyan and second-generation safari operator, Jay and with his wife, Brandi, thrive on being approachable and aligned with what they know best, the African continent. Whether it’s planning a privately guided, multi-generational family safari or curating a honeymoon for a couple who wish to feel connected with the wilderness, the Parmars encourage travel to remote destinations such as Time + Tide’s Kakuli Camp in Zambia and Great Plains Conservation’s Selinda Camp in Botswana. Destinations focused on conservation and community take the front seat. The Black Mountain, North Carolina based couple have a knack for personalized moments, like surprising a family of nine traveling through Kenya and Tanzania with a private photographer. This duo can also adapt to specific needs—for a client who had a phobia of flying in a single-engine aircraft, the Parmars secured a twin-prop King Air BE200 for the entirety of their Kenya safari. “Growing up in Kenya and in the safari industry, I value the personal connection to clients, and want our guests to experience the continent as I know it,” Jay says. “It’s never just about the wildlife.” Language(s) Spoken: English, Swahili, and Gujarati Average Daily Spend: $1,250 per person Trip Planning Fees: $1,000 per booking Contact Info jay@wander-africa.com | +1-828-222-0824 wanderafrica.com instagram.com/wander_africa facebook.com/WanderAfrica Testimonial “Our trip to Kenya with Jay and Brandi was truly an experience of our lifetimes! Every single detail was so thoughtfully planned—no two days were the same. The itinerary took us to three amazing but different conservancies where we got to experience a broad variety of terrain, safaris, meals, and lodging. By far what separates Wander Africa from other agencies is the personal touch and research they put into each of their recommendations. They were very thoughtful in accommodating our individual preferences. It truly felt like we were traveling like a local with their long-standing ties to the community and the authentic non-tourist experiences. We cannot wait for our next trip with Jay and Brandi!” - Katie and Kelly L. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit