48 hours at Far and Wild

My two days with the team at Far and Wild for work experience

Kitty
Kitty
Work Experience
Published on
20 Jun 2024
Kitty holding sign at Far and Wild Stables office

My name is Kitty and I decided to do my work experience at Far and Wild as the travel industry seemed to tie into lots of my interests and A-level options with thoughts about marketing for the future. And after all who does not like the idea of designing dream holidays for people? Luckily, my parents knew Ben the founder of Far and wild previously so they got in touch, and he kindly said I could see how it all works.

Whole team in cumbria
Cumbria Team

So, for the last couple of days, I have been welcomed to the Far and Wild office. It was my first time in an office environment, so I had no clue what to expect. However, I was greeted by a warm and welcoming staff group with an organized itinerary helping me feel more prepared.

We started off my first day with an email to all the Far and Wild team both in the London office and remotely. With this I was taught how to address a wider group of people in a less formal setting compared to school. Having to talk about my interests, future, and own travel this felt like quite a big first challenge, but I got some lovely quick responses from the whole team welcoming me and offering me the opportunity to ask any questions about their part in the business.

Kitty working hard
Kitty at her desk

I was then given the Far and Wild website and told to make notes on it regarding first thoughts, ability to navigate and information placement. With then comparing it to competitors to see what we are doing well and what inspiration we can take. In particular I enjoyed researching about the trips, my favourites were:

Guatemala Family Adventure

Namibia Affordable Fly-In Safari

I then did a mini pitch to the marketing team discussing what I had gathered. This seemed to be beneficial to them as it was a fresh pair of eyes, and it would be how a customer would view the website.

Kitty holding sign at Far and Wild Stables office portrait
Holding up the Far and Wild sign outside the office

To continue the competitor research, I discussed social media with them asking for views from a younger perspective. We debated on the different forms of social media; how different content gets different messages across and how and who we wanted to market to. We were again interested in what other companies are doing and how they are currently succeeding with thought about Instagram adverts as a potential investment in advertisement of the company.

Gemma on the marketing team then helped me with Canva, mostly creating reels as we decided that is what other companies were doing to increase publicity. At first, I was messing around understanding how things work. Then I created reels which I thought have a successful lay out then learnt how I would post them on to Instagram.

Ben hard at work Gemma and Kitty Far Wild office Cumbria
Gemma and Kitty in the office

I completed my work experience looking at other blogs on the websites to seek inspiration for my very own. With my blog I hope to give people who want to do work experience at far and wild an insight. Along with the trust that there is a wonderful and efficient team on the other side of the website truly wanting the best experience for the customer. So overall, it has been a fun and interactive taster to the working world and had truly inspired me to really have a think about travel industry for the future.

Elizabeth Spells

I have just returned from the most amazing trip to Tanzania, booked with Far & Wild. Everything went so smoothly from the first time I spoke with them. The planning was great, the itinerary was perfect for us, and the lodges were amazing. We spent 10 nights with an amazing guide, travelling through Northern Tanzania and even got to see the migration, which was a lifetime ambition of mine. This wasn't our first safari, so we were nervous as to how it would compare, but it was spot on. We're particularly grateful that she suggested a private 'bush lunch' in the Ngorongoro Crater as the public picnic spot was very busy! I will certainly be using them again to book our next trip....we're thinking of a relaxing beach stay next time to get over the excitement of safari!

Sep 17, 2025
Orla Rhodes

Just back from another amazing F&W organised trip to Namibia with the family (8 adults). Having been there before, Alistair tailored our trip to include our favourite locations and added a new one for us, Okonjima Plains camp, which we loved.The quality of accommodation and guiding, activities, food and drinks was exceptional throughout. Although not inexpensive I felt it was good value for the level of luxury we had. Kwessi Dunes, Shipwreck lodge, Ongava, Okonjima with pit stops Windhoek (city tour recommended ), Swakopmund (Sandwich Harbour and Walvis Bay tour) and Grootberg lodge (best sundowner drive )

Jul 31, 2024
Arnhild Schia

We had a wonderful trip to São Tomé and Príncipe - a small island nation in the Gulf of Guinea with paradise (almost empty) beaches and jungle forest. It was all well organised by Far and Wild and we stayed at Omali lodge at Sao Tome, then on Roca Sundy, and Sunday Praia at Principe - a great combination of different types of resorts/hotels. Omali is close to Sao Tome town with its colonial buildings, markets, hustle and bustle. Roca Sunday gives an old plantation experience and Sundy Praia a luxury beach experience. Very friendly (from time to time a bit slow) service, great fresh food, specifically if you like fish/seafood, vegetables and fruits (almost all sourced locally). Nice temperature between 23 and 30 degrees Celsius, nice swimming conditions. We really recommend this for those who want to experience a pristine destination with few other tourists and friendly and welcoming people. The islands also feel (and I believe are) very safe. At Principe, there are no dangerous animals, snakes or whatever, and it was great to be able to hike in the jungle without being very conscious of where to put your hands and feet. Go before everyone else does!

Jul 3, 2024
Henri Papenfus

Back home again, basking in the joys of a superb safari. Every aspect you arranged for us, including linking up with Mack Air and Wild Horizons locally to transport us. The choice of camps, Camp Hwange in Zimbabwe and Muchenenje Safari Lodge in Botswana, was spot on and exactly what we had hoped for - ideally situated, comfortable, in good surroundings, and with excellent wildlife on the doorstep and throughout the wider country. The service staff in each looked after us very well, catering was excellent, and the game guides were professional, knowledgeable and helpful. The weather was, as usual for that part of the world, also good at the time of our visit. Blue skies and stunning sunsets. Warm but not too hot during the day, although quite cold at sunrise when viewing game. The viewing started. You made us happy, and we recommend you to similar safari enthusiasts with confidence.

Jun 28, 2024
AC

Far and Wild went above and beyond to make sure my trip to Zambia was special. I would definitely recommend them and their services to anyone wanting to travel to Africa.

Jun 5, 2024
Tiny

Lovely holiday at the amazing Almanara on Galu beach, a beach like no other. Far and Wild excelled themselves from beginning to end of our holiday in beautiful Kenya.... What a country!,

Jun 5, 2024
Stodge

Wow! These guys are amazing. Can’t recommend them highly enough. Friendly AND efficient! Sorted out our trip (last minute and lots of different family member needs, sorry!) in record time and everything worked like clockwork. Trip of a lifetime to the Masai Mara. Will be back (and use F&W again!)!

Jun 5, 2024
Fiona C

It was a dreamy holiday on the Kenyan Coast - Far and Wild, their efficiency and professionalism allowed us to relax and be the happiest family alive !! We cannot fault them, their care and understanding of what we wanted from a holiday ensured we had the most memorable trip. We will be booking with them again for sure!

Jun 5, 2024