"Everyone arrived back very happy from our Corporate 4WD Basic & Advanced Training Course and could not speak highly enough about Jeremy’s professionalism and the course itself. Even those who were reasonably experienced said just how much they had taken away from the two days spent with Global Gypsies. Thanks heaps for a great job! "

Sue Mason
Newmont Mining Corporation
February 2010

"The 4WD training courses which you organised for us in WA, Victoria & Queensland were brilliant. Typically our guys were saying "best course we ever did". I was very impressed with the trainers - professional, knowledgeable, safety conscious and totally thorough and they provided valuable feedback on our equipment and vehicles. Your quote wasn't the cheapest but I went with you guys in response to your excellent course information, national footprint and the information pack you sent me after my initial enquiry - it was the proof and assurance I needed to help make my decision. It's been a pleasure working with you!"

Ian Uldrich
Training Co-ordinator, Southern Region
Sentinar
February 2010

"We were both really pleased with the level of professionalism and helpfulness of everyone at Global Gypsies throughout the whole process, from booking to the actual 4WD course. We had great fun and the instructor showed us everything we expected. Thanks heaps!"

Sherri and Dan
Perth WA
February 2010

"A very big THANK YOU for the great course...we learned so much from it and you really are an excellent teacher, both thorough and very patient...well appreciated by both of us."

Ashi and Mike Edwards
November 2009

"Thank you for a wonderful trip on the Holland Track. There was nothing more we could have asked for. It was well organised, brilliantly catered, informative, fun & there was a wonderful camaraderie amongst the crew. You kept us safe from harm & the tour rekindled my interest in 4WD'ing. You have our highest recommendation!"

Albert Tan
Duncraig, WA
October 2009

"We just wanted to let you know that we really enjoyed our Kimberley adventure. Terry & Rebina's knowledge of the area was brilliant and we learned so much about 4WD, cooking, setting up camp, etc — they kept us on track and on schedule! The whole trip was so well organised — we always timed our arrival at locations ahead or behind the "mob", which made us feel quite special to be able to enjoy the areas with just our own friendly, caring group. Rebina's camp-oven cooking skills are amazing — we loved her food and there was always plenty to keep us well nourished. Thank you Global Gypsies for your great organisation — the Kimberleys are truly a magnificent area of Australia."

Stan & Helen Howells
Western Australia
August 2009

"The 4WD training day was excellent. I learned a lot about the practical aspects of 4WD and it was Fun! Many thanks!"

Geoff McCann
Perth WA
May 2009

"Thanks for the Tour Guide Training Course — it was great fun and refreshed many things for me. Great to hear things from a different perspective, too. Thanks also for running the course from an industry perspective — it is of great benefit to those trying to get a foot in the door."

Steve Sertis
Bibbulmun Track Foundation
May 2009

"Thank you so much for a tremendous weekend. I enjoyed every minute of it and will be grateful always for the opportunity to learn so much. All the best for the great work that you do for our country. You bring a lot of good feeling to people."

Gerri Boylan
Tour Guide Training Course
May 2009

"How do we say 'thank you' for such a wonderful time? I cannot believe that we're now on the other side of the world having spent such fun time with you on our fabulous 4WD/astronomy/camping weekend. Your hospitality was amazing and it was wonderful to see you at work! You've converted us to 'comfortable camping' and more importantly we've seen how professional you both are and how easy you make it look! The way Jeremy trained us in erecting the tent and other aspects of how us city-dwellers had to learn the ropes was so gentle and patient — thank you!"

Stephanie & Paul Allen
Norwich, UK
April 2009

"Since doing your two day Tour Guiding course last year I did end up doing work in this field. Thanks to the things that I learned on the course it made it easier to get into it and to work. Remembering some of the points you taught us during the course came into use when a problem came into place or just simply making things better for the passengers. Stay well and hope that your business keeps on growing and getting better."

Ron Stroet
Perth, WA
April 2009

"We recently acquired a new Land Cruiser designed to give us the capability to realise our dream — to undertake 4WD trips around Australia; some in convoy, but some as a couple. We had a reasonable amount of 4WD experience, but mainly in the sand and were keen to extend our knowledge.
The Global Gypsies 4WD Training Course took our knowledge of the vehicle, ourselves and the many elements of 4 Wheel Driving to a new level. The course was testing, wide in coverage and the emphasis on safety and respecting the environment, whilst still exploring wonderful parts of the local bush, made the experience enjoyable and enlightening.
We are now ready to embark on our next adventure! Thank you, Global Gypsies! "

Tim & libby Hantke
Claremont, WA
March 2009

"Just wanted to express our appreciation for a fabulously informative day yesterday … we found your methods thorough, insightful, clear, concise & professional imparted in a casual relaxed manner which maintained our attention throughout & enabled a focused relaxed ease … the 'real life' bogs which occurred allowed us hands-on experience of recovery techniques & processes & enhanced our awareness of our vehicles' abilities … we now feel armed with the foresight necessary to avoid & recognise potentially dangerous or debilitating circumstances. The documentation you supplied will also prove invaluable & a genuinely helpful resource. Overall our entire experience with you both has been a pleasure … thanks Jan for your patience & co-operative support throughout. We sincerely look forward to further contact with you & wish you both abundant joy."

Lyndl & Jeff
Perth, WA
March 2009

"Last year you sent me a caravan training DVD on how to prepare the gear and how to get out of a fix when or if it was needed. Since that time I have travelled quite a few kilometres into the bush mainly for gemstone hunting and gold detecting without mishap thanks to the info you gave me!"

Dennis Nott.
Somewhere in the Outback Australia(!)
March, 2009

"Thank you again for your generosity in sharing your knowledge and time. You are an excellent communicator making it so much easier for us novices to comprehend.
We shall certainly recommend your training services to anyone we feel could benefit from them. The course has made us even more impatient to get started as we now feel so much more confident."

Marilyn & Mike Davies
February, 2009

"We'd like to say how much we enjoyed the Holland Track Expedition! As always your professional approach adds to the value of our experiences with you and your staff, from the Pre-Departure Workshop to the last farewell. The mix of company is what we always find interesting and complements the outdoor experience. As for the catering, well what can we say? That speaks for itself! Thanks again Global Gypsies! "

Fran & David Cornell
Cottesloe, WA
October 2008

"We've just returned from the Kennedy Ranges with Global Gypsies. The whole trip was great - the people, the places, the gorges, the rivers and springs, the ranges, the plains, the red clay pans, the National Parks, the waterfalls, the huge tides of the Kimberley etc etc!! Thank you, Gypsies!"

Judy & John Hunter
Mt Kuring-gai NSW
October 2008

"What a wonderful time we had on the Kennedy Range Discovery Tour! Jeremy as always (this is our third trip with you!) is always so patient and helpful. It was great doing this trip as a first timer, as we 'felt' our way. I thoroughly recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys camping and four wheel driving. We met some wonderful people and will definitely keep in touch with a couple of them. It is always sad to break camp, but we have very fond memories, and of course, our photos. Rebina thank you for the wonderful catering. It just amazes me how you provide food for 20 people without the facilities to stock up along the way!"

Brian & Angie Brocklehurst
Upper Swan, WA
July 2008

"I would like to thank you for the 4WD course you ran on 23/2/08. We were very impressed with the course and would not hesitate in recommending Global Gypsies to anyone. I was also very impressed when I made my initial enquiries … your office was very informative and helpful, which is more than I can say for the other 4WD training centres I contacted. I'm very glad we chose to do the course with Global Gypsies."

Aurelio Martelli
Perth, Western Australia
February 2008

"We thoroughly enjoyed China. It was a real eye-opener. Our small touring group under the watchful eye of Jan and Jeremy were let into some of China's amazing "Secrets". We were always safe, extremely well-fed and thoroughly entertained. Side by side with the China of the Han, Tang and Ming Emperors, we saw the China of the 21st century industrial moguls. We also enjoyed some fine examples of traditional Chinese music, dance and artistry. The company was great and the experience unforgettable. We cannot recommend this tour highly enough!"

Graham & Noelene Cooney
Perth, Western Australia
November 2007

"Thank you once again for a fabulous time on the Holland Track Expedition. The wildflowers were great and your timing perfect … as always! Safari Hostess Rebina was just fabulous and we have never eaten so much! I would like to thank you and our wonderful fellow travellers for their consideration, mirth and warmth. The group was a delight!"

Jane Fenwick
Perth, WA
November 2007

"The 4WD Training Course we completed on Sunday was really good. Ken made it very informative and very enjoyable at the same time. He kept it at a level that we needed; did not baffle us with jargon; gave everybody the same amount of time and encouragement and overall made it a very enjoyable experience. Both Lynne and I came away from the day with confidence in both ourselves and our vehicle whilst at the same time having a healthy respect for the environment and its challenges. Thank you!"

Alan & Lynne Kirby
Perth, WA
October 2007

"Jeremy, your style of Leadership was always gentle and your patience bottomless. Your generosity of spirit was a wonderful light on a flooded riverbank and your ability to give us all enough freedom to not dampen our adventurous spirit was an inspiration. True leaders are not made, they are born and you have a very special gift. I mentioned to an old friend that I would follow you anywhere, have implicit trust in your judgment and will be praising Global Gypsies for their professionalism and expertise. You provided a particularly full program for us especially keeping the expectation and exhilaration happening till the very last moment. All I can see for your future is the same people following you wherever you go and new ones will have to book years ahead as the service your company provides is something you don't find very often."

Sandra Maynard
Rivervale, WA
Rudall River Expedition — July 2007

"Your Rudall River Expedition was just what we were looking for — real Australian nature. The itinerary was perfect, it was easy going, no rush, and this we appreciated very much. Furthermore we have been a good bunch of people together and we enjoyed the company with the Aussies and everybody was very helpful. Not to forget the tasty and healthy food we could enjoy on the whole tour. Thank you to Jeremy & to Rebina. It was great! We will certainly recommend the Gypsies whenever there is an opportunity."

Remy & Elvira Schatz
Switzerland

"I could not speak more highly of Global Gypsies and the caravan & towing training course was exceptionally well presented and professional. I know that I will need a lot more practice before I am competent at backing the van. However, now I feel so much better for having done the course and being given the confidence to have a go. I think that every couple should seriously consider doing this course. You never know when you may need to use the skills which you could learn on this very worth while weekend and have fun while you are learning!"

Jan and Les McPheat

"After attending your caravan training weekend, I arrived home safely around 6.30 and REVERSED INTO MY GARAGE ON THE FIRST GO! Did I mention I live on the side of a hill! It was all that good coaching! Thank You !"

Kaye
Bunbury, WA

"We have loved and appreciated so much and so many cultures in three weeks and the game parks were brilliant. Jan & Jeremy give people the opportunity to make their dreams come true."

Bob Dominy & Wendy Greenway
Back to Kenya Safari.

"Thank you for an amazing 12 days in Rudall River National Park which we could never have experienced any other way. You have a great business and we hope to be with you again in future years, probably abroad. Jeremy instills such confidence and was the eternal diplomat with the bunch of kids that we all were — we've never had so many laughs to the minute!"

Garth and Caroline Scotford
Brigadoon, WA.

"We joined the first Global Gypsies Caravan Confidence Convoy in February 2005 and what a happy experience it turned out to be! After just the first day we agreed our money had been well spent and by the time we returned after the five days we spent together, we were astonished and delightfully pleased with our dramatically increased level of competency. The difference in confidence between when we left home and when we returned was extraordinary — the critical test being the reversing of the caravan into a rather tight spot next to our garage. We did this coolly, calmly and with complete control! Our fellow-gypsies on this tour, all newbies as we were, grew as we did, which added to our enjoyment.

We found Global Gypsies to be reliable and excellent in every way, and the total support we were given and the expert supervision was invaluable to us. We would like to thank Jeremy Perks, in particular, for his leadership of the group and Jan Barrie, his partner and assistant, for the organisation of the various speakers/events involved with our learning experience."

Christine T. & Audrey M.
Dudley Park, WA.

"Our safari through the Kimberley with Global Gypsies in 2004 was a 'top' trip. This was in all ways — planning, guiding, caring and helping, and the wonderful food provided by our Safari Hostess, Rebina. A happy atmosphere pervaded our time together, which emanated from our leader, Jeremy. We all made our farewells, sadly, and there was no doubt that many of us were thinking of the next time !!"

Chris & Erica Thomas
Lindfield, New South Wales
Australia

"Thank you for a wondeful weekend, I have great memories of good fun, good food and good company. The night on Lake Ballard on the "Art in the Desert Safari" was really something — the moon rising, the sun setting, sipping champagne — MAGIC!"

Joy Tomcala
Dunsborough, WA

"Thankyou for the wonderful experience of a weekend safari with Global Gypsies. Being on my own, it was good to feel part of a great group who were so friendly and helpful. I also realised how little I knew about four-wheel driving- so thanks to Jeremy for his patience. All well organised, comfortable with never a dull moment. Any complaints? Well, perhaps only that the food was too good to stop at one serving. I'm already planning my next safari with you."

Sarah Cole
Fremantle, WA

"We have returned home safe and sound after 11 months of caravanning in some of the most beautiful spots of Australia. We have had a wonderful time, meeting some lovely like-minded people and have become experts now on everything to do with caravan life! The number of people that have held us in awe at two ladies doing hitching and unhitching, reversing into tight spots, etc. have given some ladies some hope that they too might be able to do more for their husbands than just stand and give directions!! Thank you for giving us the courage to do this trip, as we believe our experience came from that wonderful weekend we spent with Global Gypsies doing the caravan confidence course nearly two years ago now! Many thanks!

Fay Truscott February, 2007

"Explore Australia & Beyond!! Global Gypsies has released its 2010 calendar of WA & International tours.... The company also runs 4WD, towing & tour guide training courses."

West Australian Newspaper
Travel Section
31 October, 2009

"I had never been off-roading previously. Darren (the instructor) was always on hand to help out and offer advice..he demonstrated various 4WD techniques such as tackling inclines, declines and generally how not to put big dings and dents on the side of our cars. Everyone was delighted with the course and all agreed that it was both informative and value for money."

Andy Archibald
Whingeing Pom Magazine
May 2009

".It's important for drivers to know the capabilities of their four wheel drives before going bush. If you plan to head off-road, a 4WD training course could be a sound investment. Global Gypsies offers 4WD, caravan and towing, first aid and tour guide training. We used our new-found skills to get ourselves out of a pickle that previously would have amounted to sweating, shoveling and probable failure. But behind the fun had by all, there's a serious message about knowing what a vehicle can handle and how to get out of bother."

Niall McIlroy
Travel Writer
West Australian Newspaper
April 2009

"One of the biggest convoys of hire vehicles ever assembled in the Kimberley explored the region recently. Global Gypsies Tour Guide Jeremy Perks led 24 Dutch clients in 11 four-wheel-drives over 5500 kms in 27 days. The company provided 4WD training and tour escorts. It also prepared and served more than 2000 meals in the bush, some accompanied by white linen and candles"

West Australian.
July 2008

"Jeremy Perks is a kind of outback gypsy … he is a marvellous guide to the human and natural history of the Holland Track."

Outback Magazine

"Jeremy Perks, known as the global gypsy, is the only operator currently guiding tag-along groups into Rudall River National Park. Jeremy is one of the outback's great characters — behind his gentle demeanour is a former South African elite force high-altitude parachute soldier. He learnt his bushcraft the tough way, operating secretly behind lines, living off the land. He's a trained mechanic, knowledgeable guide, knows the Rudall intimately and treads lightly on the land."

Outback Magazine

"On the fully-catered tours, clients are pampered with gourmet meals served under the stars on candle-lit tables with china and white linen."

Traveltrade Magazine

"I've been on some great trips, but every now and then one comes along that you'd almost kill for."

Peter Thoeming, "Overlander" Magazine