About Us

OUR STORY

Bumi Adventures was born from the vision of an intrepid explorer and conservationist to redefine what luxury travel can be: deeply personal, seamlessly executed, and leaving both the traveler and destination better than before.

With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we craft tailor-made journeys that reflect our clients’ unique lifestyles. Drawing upon personal travels to over 45 countries, having lived across continents, and cultivated network of trusted partners and industry experts, we orchestrate every aspect of each journey with curiosity, cultural fluency, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience.

A young man in a tuxedo standing in front of a historic building with a fountain, smiling for the camera. Bumi Adventures Founder. Julio Iskandar.
A young man in a tuxedo standing in front of a historic building with a fountain, smiling for the camera. Bumi Adventures Founder. Julio Iskandar.

Julio Iskandar

Founder & Lead Advisor


Julio’s distinctive approach and taste to travel design prioritizes his clients’ unique lifestyle and ambitions. At 17, Julio left his hometown in Borneo to move to London alone. He has since worked across luxury groups and strategy consulting while navigating his academic journey at Oxford, led a conservation NGO, lived in three countries, and traveled vastly across the world. Throughout his personal experiences, he recognized a growing demand and significant gap for a more thoughtful and deeper approach to luxury travel.

Having frequently worked alongside some of the most sophisticated individuals across luxury, conservation, and a deep passion for globe-trotting, Julio understands deeply the intersection of impact, lifestyle, and travel. He crafts bespoke itineraries that seamlessly blend cultural immersion with personalized comfort, elevating the travel experience to the highest standard. Julio’s approach is marked by impact, transparency, and nuance, and he leverages his personal experience as well as relationships with esteemed industry experts to provide invaluable service and ensure that every detail of his clients’ journeys is executed to perfection.

With Julio’s guidance, clients can expect extraordinary travel experiences that leave no trace and memories that last a lifetime.

Why Bumi

  • Taste & Exclusivity: We dedicate precise taste and unrivalled perks and resources to each trip, enabled through our preferred partnerships with global luxury hotels and properties.

  • Expert in Creativity: We aim to consistently embed innovation, unthinkable access, and unique experiences in every trip.

  • Authenticity: We have a genuine interests in delivering authentic experiences to ensure a transformative journey.

  • Impact & Conservation: with our global network of conservation NGOs & leaders, we grant access to vital projects.

  • Meticulous Personalisation: trips recceed, connected & planned flawlessly, tailoring each detail to your exact preference.

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