Masihambe Afrika
- Located In:
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New Zealand
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2007)
- Member Of:
- Tourism Industry Association New Zealand
- Tour Types:
- Mid-range tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $146 to $204 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
NZ
Email Kevin and Judy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Brilliant three-country million-animal luxury tour
Jude has designed a tour that takes in all the highlights of northern South Africa (including the Drakensburgs, Kruger National Park and Mapungubwe NP) Zimbabwe (Matapos NP, Hwange NP and Victoria Falls) and Botswana (Chobe, Moremi, Okavango, Khama and Tuli Reserves). And she has done it with style. We did not expect the varied luxury accommodation, the terrific food, the animal encounters, the history, the landscapes, the fun. Couldn't have wished for better guides - Ant, who took all our Kiwi ribbing like a trooper and gave it back with vigour; Ben of the hilarious tales and an amazing ability to find incredible animals (lions on a kill, then jackals and finally hyena and vultures) - or was that his attachment to his radio; and Gerry - warm, accommodating and very very funny. And all bracketted with a stay with Francois of the fabulous meals - how does he do it!
On top of all that our fellow travellers were gems - a great bunch to share the confines of the truck, meals, photos, awe, surprises and a totally memorable experience with. Thanks, good people.
NZ
Masihambe Magic!
This being our first trip to Afrika has more than exceeded our expectations. Jude from the outset showed great love, passion and enthusiasm for this country. This undoubtedly followed through with her attention to detail in setting the itinerary, choice of accommodation (which is wonderfully varied) and most importantly choice of guide.
Every day was an exciting adventure - superb game viewing, cultural experiences, wonderful accommodation, amazing food, campfires at night, story telling, fun and laughter to list but a few!
Our special thanks to you Jude for your diligent organization and our outstanding guide Ant for making our trip so memorable.
Where to next.....
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Email Stacy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A trip of a lifetime with great attention given to every detail and location!
I have travelled several times with Masihambe Afrika and each trip is designed with great attention and detail given to location, accomodation and activities. The communication given leading up to the trip is always very informative and useful helping you navigate and understand up front what to expect on your safari, as well as what to bring and where you will be travelling. There is great variety in the accomodations used to give you a varied experience and allowing you to experience Africa as it should be. The itinerary is top notch and includes many highlights that not a lot of other companies offer as well as very personalized service. The guides that are used can only be described as top notch and the best that you can have, with a real passion and zeal which leads to an unbelievable experience to those that are new to Africa and to those of us that have been to Africa numerous times. Once you have travelled with Mashihambe you will not want to go to and see Africa with any other operator!!!
NZ
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Totally awesome experience
We approached Jude from Masihambe Afrika Tours via word of mouth. We found her to be hugely passionate and knowledgeable about Africa and sold us on the trip before we left; the experience lived up to and exceeded our expectations.
Jude was extremely approachable, listened to our wish list and tailored our trip to meet all our requirements. She was also accommodating in allowing us to self organise any part of the trip ie airfares.
Overall a first class experience.
it was every thing I expected. I had to pinch my self when with the animals, I thought I was dreami
Masihambe Africa organized every thing from johannesburg to kruger park and back. everything went smoothly, the outlook lodge was wonderful, the staff were so helpful they organized to keep most of our luggage back at johannesburg and met us at the airport to return it to us. at the safari we were looked after from the time we arrived till the time we left. they even drove us to the airport and gave us another small safari on the way.
so anyone going to Africa use Masihambe Africa and get a magical ride.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wildlife & Game Parks
Whilst I have travelled to Africa on many occasions this is the first time I have booked through Masihambe Afrika and have just had the most amazing time on the Wildlife and Parks trip through SA, Zim and Botts.
From start to finish the passion for Africa shown by the owner Jude really showed. An amazing amount of time and effort went into making the sure the itinerary and accommodation were tailored to ensure you get the best possible experience.
I really liked the way our guide gave a briefing each night of what we could expect the next day, his passion also shone through and he always did his upmost to ensure we were able to make the most of the available game viewing, local and cultural experiences.
There were too many highlights to list them all, but without a doubt the opportunity to stay in a mobile camp out in the bush for 4 nights certainly has to be up there, even in the middle of no where Jude had chosen the most amazing company who ensured every possible detail was covered.
I would have absolutely no reservations about recommending the company to others and am already talking to Jude about a trip to East Africa next year!!
NZ
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mountains, Gorillas, Safaris, Beaches, Wetlands and Waterfalls
We selected Jude because she had lived in Africa for many years, knows it well, has many local contacts, is a Kiwi and now lives back in NZ. This made planning easy. She and Anna put together a customised and complicated itinerary which included Kilimanjaro, Gorillas in Uganda, North Tanzania safari, Zanzibar and Northern Botswana finishing at Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. The many flights and connections all went to plan, the accommodation was as requested, the tour operators very good. The personalised service provided by Jude was excellent. I can recommend any NZ'ers looking to holiday in Africa, especially first timers, to use Masihambe Afrika for either a guided or custom tour.
NZ
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Thanks for a memorable holiday
Following our amazing holiday in Africa that Masihambe arranged, I can now understand how people get so passionate about Africa. I travelled with another couple (friends)(B & M). B had worked with Masihambe on establishing an itinerary which took us to 7 African countries. Activities included climbing Mt Kilimanjaro, safaris, resting on a beach, visiting the gorillas in Uganda, being a tourist at Victoria falls, visiting Soweto in Johannesburg, with a stop over in Perth on way home.
We had no "hiccups", every transfer went as arranged, and some planes even flew ahead of schedule.
A truly memorable holiday I will remember for the rest of my life.
Thanks Masihambe
NZ
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most wonderful experience!
We had talked about this trip for some time so expectations were high! The whole experience was incredible and was everything we had been looking forward to and more. The accommodation/camps booked were of a high standard. Our guides were fantastic - knowledgeable, informative and fun. Lots of game and wildlife to see. The service we received was outstanding. Food was top notch and we enjoyed our evenings in front of the camp fires etc. Our travel between camps and attractions etc was well timed. All in all one of the best holidays our family has had. Thanks so much.
NZ
Email Joy and Peter | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Madagascar Trek 2014
This was our fourth tour with Masihambe Afrika and as usual lived up to our expectations of going on an exciting, adventurous and well organised tour. Nothing was too much trouble for our guide who was always available and with out hesitation would go that extra mile for all on our tour. Our guide knew Madagascar like the back of his hand and was a walking encyclopaedia of any animal species encountered.
Masihambe Afrika Tours left nothing unturned to ensure that our three week Trek included all the experiences that this country full of delightful people, fascinating animals and beautiful scenery has to offer. Well worth a visit.
I would thoroughly recommend Masihambe Afrika for anyone who wishes to have a well run, well balanced holiday that makes the most out of what is available without making you feel like a tourist.