Clémentine Bessade
Based in The City of Light: Paris
French, English, Spanish
Clémentine Bessade
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My Story
French former expat with itchy feet who turned a lifelong passion for travel into a full-time adventure. A humanitarian at heart, I’m always chasing meaningful journeys, authentic encounters, green pesto and the best chocolate fondant!
Travel Style
After more than a decade living as an expat, I’ve learned to experience destinations not merely as a traveler, but as a local—immersing myself in cultures, uncovering hidden gems, and understanding what truly gives a place its soul. My incurable itchy feet led me to turn my passion into a career: designing bespoke, high-end journeys that seamlessly blend refined luxury with authenticity.
I first fell in love with the Great Lakes region of East Africa at 15, and have been deeply passionate about sharing its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and extraordinary wildlife ever since. Whether you’re seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure, a meaningful cultural immersion, or a seamless luxury escape, I curate journeys that connect people, cultures, and nature—with heart and purpose.
With a humanitarian mindset at my core, I believe travel should be enriching, responsible, and deeply rooted in local communities. Together, let’s design an extraordinary journey that is uniquely yours.
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Reviews (20)
Hugo M.
2 months ago
Afin d’organiser notre magnifique voyage de noce, nous avons eu grâce a une amie (qui avait vécu une expérience parfaite), le contact de Clémentine qui a de suite cerné ce qu’on voulait :
- une partie safari un peu plus roots en gardant le côté Wahou de chaque lodge, un game driver qui parle très bien français et des activités qui rythment le séjour avec un itinéraire au top. -une partie relax à Zanzibar avec des hôtels impressionnants pour se retrouver et profiter en amoureux aux quatre coins de l’île. Clementine nous a détaillé toutes les excursions proposées sur l’île à faire ou non. Tous ses conseils sont très précieux. Nous avons passé une lune de miel qui a dépassé nos attentes. Merci beaucoup !
Déborah B.
3 months ago
We had a wonderful experience working with Clémentine as our travel advisor. She booked two nights in Venice, and the hotel perfectly matched all of our expectations — especially during the busy Christmas period.
We enjoyed a beautiful lagoon view, a spacious room with a bathtub, and everything was arranged within our budget, which we truly appreciated.
Clémentine was extremely available and attentive, both in the lead-up to the trip, the day before our departure, and even during our stay. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was seamless and that we could fully enjoy a memorable and stress-free stay in Venice.
We highly recommend Clémentine for her professionalism, dedication, and genuine care for her clients.
Philippe M.
3 months ago
Perfect communication, perfect recommendations: congratulations to Clementine. Thank you to Clementine for her organisation, professionalism and kindness
Aymeric B.
3 months ago
Clementine helped us plan our trip to Rwanda from day 1, sinking hours into it. She took care of booking multiple hotels and found us amazing lodges thanks to her thorough knowledge of the region. She also got us in touch with amazing drivers and guides for our trip. All in all, the trip was at least 99% successful thanks to her amazing planning. She anticipated every issue and managed to tailor the experience to our needs. A great specialist of the region.
Anaelle C.
4 months ago
From beginning to end, my experience with Clémentine was very good. She was very responsive and supportive, before and during my trip. Everything was well organized and coordinated. I really appreciated my time in Sri Lanka, and this clearly thanks to Clémentine. I really recommend her.
Hugo M.
2 months ago
Afin d’organiser notre magnifique voyage de noce, nous avons eu grâce a une amie (qui avait vécu une expérience parfaite), le contact de Clémentine qui a de suite cerné ce qu’on voulait :
- une partie safari un peu plus roots en gardant le côté Wahou de chaque lodge, un game driver qui parle très bien français et des activités qui rythment le séjour avec un itinéraire au top. -une partie relax à Zanzibar avec des hôtels impressionnants pour se retrouver et profiter en amoureux aux quatre coins de l’île. Clementine nous a détaillé toutes les excursions proposées sur l’île à faire ou non. Tous ses conseils sont très précieux. Nous avons passé une lune de miel qui a dépassé nos attentes. Merci beaucoup !
Déborah B.
3 months ago
We had a wonderful experience working with Clémentine as our travel advisor. She booked two nights in Venice, and the hotel perfectly matched all of our expectations — especially during the busy Christmas period.
We enjoyed a beautiful lagoon view, a spacious room with a bathtub, and everything was arranged within our budget, which we truly appreciated.
Clémentine was extremely available and attentive, both in the lead-up to the trip, the day before our departure, and even during our stay. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was seamless and that we could fully enjoy a memorable and stress-free stay in Venice.
We highly recommend Clémentine for her professionalism, dedication, and genuine care for her clients.
Philippe M.
3 months ago
Perfect communication, perfect recommendations: congratulations to Clementine. Thank you to Clementine for her organisation, professionalism and kindness
Aymeric B.
3 months ago
Clementine helped us plan our trip to Rwanda from day 1, sinking hours into it. She took care of booking multiple hotels and found us amazing lodges thanks to her thorough knowledge of the region. She also got us in touch with amazing drivers and guides for our trip. All in all, the trip was at least 99% successful thanks to her amazing planning. She anticipated every issue and managed to tailor the experience to our needs. A great specialist of the region.
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