Australian startup Localyokl, which offers immersive guided experiences à la Airbnb Experiences, is planning to expand its services into Asia-Pacific.
“We’re expecting the company to double in size by this time next year,” said Localyokl experience creator Ben Crisp. “We are looking to expand into South-east Asia and New Zealand, especially since there are endless opportunities in both regions for different kinds of tours.”
Localyokl was launched in the Gold Coast in March this year and has since started connecting tourists with “live like a local” experiences in Brisbane and Sydney. It is planning a national rollout by year-end.
While plans for South-east Asia are still in their early stages with the focus now on Australia and New Zealand, Crisp revealed that Indonesia would likely be the company’s first step into the region “as it is our nearest and largest neighbour”.
The startup currently has about 400 guides and more than 140 experiences on offer, from paddle board yoga to market tours. Bilingual guides are available to cater to international tourists.
