Golden Africa
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2005)
- Member Of:
- ATTA, HATAB, BOGA & House of Beyond
- Tour Types:
- Mid-range & luxury tours that, when possible, use accommodations owned and operated by them
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $690 to $2,500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Jason Stoop | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic service, a wealth of knowledge and an experience we'll never forget
Our safari with Golden Africa was an incredible experience that we'll never forget. We had Rob as our guide who was extremely knowledgable, friendly and always went above and beyond what we expected in terms of service. We saw some incredible game including Leopard which has always been a goal of ours, it was magical. We were initially nervous of going with a smaller operator, despite having been recomended by friends, but as soon as we arrived we knew we had made the right choice as Golden Africa were fantastic from start to finish. We highly recommend them to everyone we know.
Email Gill Williams | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
One adventure after another.
Totally exceeded our expectations from our first encounter with Rob Barber, a truly special guide, who has the most exceptional knowledge of the wildlife and the magical environment of Botswana. We have experienced all types of accommodation in different areas of the delta and desert, from luxury camps to mobile safaris and all have been of the highest standards. We have witness the interaction between prey and predator on every game drive and a firm favourite has to be witnessing African wild dogs from slumber to achieving their aim of feeding their pups and themselves. The exhilaration of being in the presence of lions, elephants, leopards, baboons, etc is second to none. The beauty and tranquillity of being on the water fishing, surrounded by the array of bird life is therapy. From the exceptional accommodation, wonderful food, dedicated staff and the beauty of Botswana Rob truly knows how to create a holiday that will last a lifetime as you will return time and time again.
Email SK | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing Safari Experience
Golden Africa provides a unique safari experience. Have now been on multiple safaris with Golden Africa, the organisation and attention to detail is superb and a lot of effort is put into ensuring each trip is tailored to your individual requirements. The game viewing has been excellent and it is combined with incredible guiding knowledge and the ability to communicate effortlessly how animals behave in the environment in a very interesting way to guests. The respect Golden Africa show to animals has also been an important point for us.
Nothing is too much trouble for the team and I really appreciated the Gin being flown in when we managed to drink the bush bar dry.
FR
Email Helene & Nicholas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic Safari !
A few years ago, we spent a few days with Rob, our guide, in the Duba concession of the Northern Okavango Delta.
It was just unbelievable and unforgettable!!
Rob is completely passionate, he knows the bush very well, and he wanted to show us everything!
We spent some fantastic hours with him such as early mornings with some beautiful birds or some big lions sleeping, late afternoons in the middle of thousands of buffalos in some magic sundown lights, and even late evenings, under the stars, in the middle of millons of fireflies, or very close to the lions mating.
And we will never forget the lioness swimming across the river!
This was not our first experience of Africa, we have been traveling through Southern Africa several times, but we will keep this safari in our minds like a wonderful dream !
And we are really looking forward to coming back one day.
Thank you Rob!
Email Pat | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Best trip ever
I went on safari with Rob as my guide in Khwai last year in a mobile camp. I have done a number of Safaris in various countries in Africa and this was just the best. The staff in the camp looked after us really well and there was always plenty of food and drink available. Rob's truck was great with plugs to charge our camera batteries and a fridge which was constantly stocked with soft drinks for us. Rob was very informative as a guide and knew the area well enough to read the wildlife signs and find the wildlife that I wanted to see. He listened to what I wanted to get from the trip and was able to point out birds and reptiles as well as mammals. Before booking the holiday Rob had advised me on the area to visit so that I would have a chance of seeing the animals that I wanted to see. As soon as I got home I started to work out how I could afford to go with him again.
Email Dominic | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional yet personal - a quality operator with great attention to detail. Highly recommended.
Our guide was kind, professional, knowledgeable, interesting and great company. Even when there was a kill in our campsite he was calm and thinking about our safety. He was superb.
Campsite set up was first class and the food was excellent – it was incredible what was done by the team with the set up.
We will always remember our week with Golden Africa it was completely fantastic.
NL
Email Els van Wijk | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic Golden Africa!
My safari with Golden Safari took place in the last days of December 2012.
My wish to see the best part of Botswana came true. It was an amazing experience which I will never forget.
Planning the safari went smoothly and the service was good from the beginning until the end.
On the game drives I saw lots of different animals and we went also of the tracks to follow and/or see even more! Given information about fauna and flora was more than enough.
The arranged accommodation was really fantastic! So luxurious and basic the same time.
For me it was Heaven in pure Nature. Thanks to Golden Africa!
Email Simon Enoch | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our best family holiday
We spent a week with Rob, the first 4 days in Chobe and the rest in Meno a Kwena. He was an excellent guide and was very good company and kept us entertained and occupied throughout our stay. He was excellent with our children who were then 13,14 and 15.
The camping in Chobe was very memorable and we saw all the big 5 bar a rhino, which we saw at Meno a Kwena.
I would thoroughly recommend it as a holiday - cheap it isn't, but Botswana is expensive, and you get a lot of space to yourself, no minibuses driving in a convoy chasing game.
Email Kate | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Trip of a lifetime!
This was our 5th safari with Golden Africa (the first was back in January 2008) and we return again and again simply because they're the best safari operators we've ever travelled with. Wonderful sightings, knowledgeable and ethical guiding, incredible attention to detail - every trip is unique and yet provides a consistently high standard of service.
Both my husband and I have lived abroad and traveled extensively: between us, we have lived on 5 continents, and have visited some 50+ countries. In 20-some years of travel, we've only twice returned to be repeat clients / guests of any company, and Golden Africa is top of that list. They are simply in a completely difference league to the others and I can't recommend them highly enough.
Email Patrick Gammell | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Top ranking safari with a first class guide
I am lucky enough to have been on safaris in Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania and Rwanda over almost 40 years. I had heard that Botswana was probably the best and it was. Our experience was greatly enhanced by Rob Barber's exceptional knowledge and skill which enabled us to enjoy some outstanding sightings.
Rob quietly runs a very efficient operation giving the best of personal service and enjoyment to his fortunate clients. Without doubt the best safari I have experienced.