Our story
Our journey to becoming a safari specialist and beyond
It began in the desert
In the middle of the sand dunes of Oman, far away from civilisation, our first vision was born in 2014: to provide travellers with authentic and unforgettable experiences. From this idea, Canvas Club Glamping was born - and with it the foundation stone for Take Memories. The endless expanse, the clear starry sky and the tranquillity of the desert inspired us to create unique journeys that touch the heart and soul.
We pursue one goal
Our mission is to make the world accessible in a special way - with deep respect for nature and culture. Whether it's a safari in Africa, encounters with mountain gorillas or spiritual journeys to Bhutan: we plan experiences that will amaze you and change your perspective. With an experienced team and our passion, we create journeys that tell stories - your stories.
How it all began: Canvas Club
In the middle of the golden sand dunes of Oman, far away from civilisation, the foundation stone for Take Memories was laid in 2014. Our founders, Philip Eichkorn and Stefan Ullsperger, realised their vision with Canvas Club Glamping: a mobile tented camp that brings travellers closer to the magic of the Orient in an authentic and respectful way.
They set up the first tents themselves - an adventure that was far more than just hard work. It was the beginning of a philosophy. Every starry sky and every encounter with our guests showed us how important real, unforgettable experiences are. The desert was not just a place, but a feeling: freedom, adventure and a deep connection with nature. These values still characterise us today and form the core of all our trips.
From the desert to the world
It soon became clear that the enthusiasm for unique and customised trips should not be limited to the Orient. A further step followed in 2015: first the founding of Five One North and then in 2018 the renaming to Take Memories, a tour operator that creates experiences around the world that could not be more unforgettable. Inspired by the glowing starry skies and endless sand dunes, we set out to create trips in other regions that fulfil our standards of authenticity and quality.
But one thing always remained the same: our desire to create journeys that enable genuine encounters and preserve the beauty of our world. Whether in Africa, Asia or on the islands of the Indian Ocean, our aim is to create unique moments that will stay with you forever.
Specialisation with heart and mind
While we offer trips to all corners of the world, we have created something special with our Memories pages: specialised brands for destinations that require exceptional expertise and intensive advice. Safari Memories stands for breathtaking safaris in Africa, Gorilla Memories for unique encounters with mountain gorillas and Bhutan Memories for spiritual journeys to the land of the thunder dragon.
Each Memories brand tells its own story, always linked to our philosophy: in-depth knowledge, personal experience and an unrivalled commitment to quality. Here we not only demonstrate our expertise, but also our passion for the world's most complex and impressive destinations.
Today: A world full of possibilities
Today, Take Memories stands for inspiration, expertise and unforgettable journeys. With a team of travel experts who have travelled the world themselves, we create experiences that arouse curiosity, touch the senses and inspire the soul. Our experts not only know the most beautiful destinations in the world, but also the secrets that make every trip unique.
But our journey is far from over. We want to continue to open up new destinations, promote respectful tourism and offer even more travellers experiences that change their perspective on the world. We believe that every journey is a journey of discovery - to other cultures, stunning landscapes and sometimes even to ourselves. And that's exactly what we want to make possible for you.
Let us know your travel wishes using our enquiry form or by telephone. We will draw up a non-binding itinerary and refine it together until it exactly meets your expectations.