The Tailormade Africa team - Cape of Good Hope SA
Tailormade Africa
- Located In:
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United Kingdom
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2015)
- Member Of:
- ATTA, SATOA, ATOL & Fair Trade Tourism
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $136 to $2,038 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Vita | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
sorry to rain on everyone's parade, but our experience dealing with Clyde was not satisfactory
We travel to Zimbabwe in June. From the get go, we said we are flexible with our dates. In the preplanning we were not given an option to fly from Joburg to Chilo Lodge, instead, we lost a day and a half and around $1000.00 , Clyde sent us from Joburg to Harare, staying overnight, and taking a charter flight back south to Chilo.
The option to fly directly to Chilo was discovered by me later in the planning, when according to Clyde dates could not be changed, which was a false information.
All the camps we stayed in, indicated that dates could be changed.
Clyde arranged a transfer between Chilo and our next camp at Chesakwe by road (4:30 hours of torture) which we could have instead flown (were told by the driver).That option, again were not given to us.
when the guest house in Harare were mentioned, I requested a change to another place, which was granted.
Closer to our departure, I discovered that Clyde booked us back in the guesthouse without consulting us.
All these unfortunate planning, took away a lot of the pleasure one has in participating in a safari , no matter which country you visit.
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Email Kyle | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Expert Advice, Great Service.
My family of 4 just returned from an African vacation- 14 days plus travel, incl. 4 stops in 2 countries. The entire trip was planned and coordinated through Tailormade Africa. We are very satisfied customers- would recommend Tailormade without hesitation (and will use them again in the future!)
I worked with Rob Morley, one of the company's founders. He was a wealth of information and advice and I never felt like he was pushing me in one direction or another, or trying to upsell. He likely works with many families who want a "sign here" easy experience, but that's not me. I'm a DIY planner (overthinker?) by nature but realized I'd met my match with Africa, and needed professional assistance. So I came to the conversation with some research and ideas, which Rob helped me mold into an optimal itinerary. He was always patient and thorough in all conversations and responsive via whatsapp and email. The trip came in exactly at budget and went smoothly. It was a complicated itinerary with lots of transfers, car services, inter-Africa flights, etc. It provided amazing peace of mind to know Rob and his team had coordinated everything so well- I never had a worry and there wasn't a single hitch in the logistics.
More importantly, the actual recommendations he provided were fantastic. My family loved every stop. We stayed at one lodge I was excited to try, and he vetted and approved. The other 3 lodgings were not on my radar at all and we did solely on his advice. I felt like we got an expertly thought-through and curated itinerary. Rob provided on the ground support through whatsapp- he and his colleagues followed along our every stop (I believe they were in communication behind the scenes much of the time- a process invisible to us but likely caused the smooth sailing of our trip).
In summary: mission accomplished- a special family vacation that was an amazing success! In fact, it was so good that we've stopped calling it our "once in a lifetime" splurge and instead are already dreaming how and when to get back....
Genuinely emotional
We travelled as a family of 4 last year to coincide with my 50th birthday. Timing meant we were toward the end of the migration so I guess my expectation was somewhat managed in terms of what we would experience.
The team were very engaged during the planning phase, we were met at Kilimanjaro airport and looked after until ultimately leave Zanzibar at the end of the trip, with no real need to check in with Rob and the team as everything was running so smoothly.
Highlights
That time of year is quieter, what that meant was we had the open top Land Cruiser to ourselves every day which gave us absolute freedom to choose our day and what we hoped to see; but we needn’t have worried we saw everything and more.
We were based at Kaz Kaz, warmly welcomed well fed and well looked after by Omi and his team.
I thought people joked when they talked about lions outside your tent at night; it’s no joke and an incredible experience.
The wildlife encounters were thrilling but professionally and respectfully managed by our guide, a fountain of knowledge who worked tirelessly through our trip.
Brilliant, kids even got on with one another so it must have been top drawer!
Email Michele | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic and Memorable Trip
Our recent holiday to South Africa with Tailormade Africa was absolutely spectacular. From the moment we arrived, we were immersed in the vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and the warm hospitality of the South African people.
Tailormade Africa ensured we had a comprehensive experience. We explored iconic landmarks, savoured local cuisine, visited vineyards, and even went on a safari, which was a highlight of the trip. The accommodations were excellent and conveniently located, making it easy to relax and enjoy every moment.
The professionalism and attention to detail by Tailormade Africa made this trip seamless and enjoyable. Their passion and dedication to providing a memorable experience was evident in every aspect of our journey. We returned home with incredible memories and a deep appreciation for South Africa.
We highly recommend Tailormade Africa to anyone looking to explore new destinations in Africa. We can't praise the team enough – they are wonderful. This trip was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Email N SHAH | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very professional, knowledgeable and wants to assist in ensuring the trip is booked as required.
Recently went on a safari trip to Zimbabwe. We had originally planned to go to Okavanga Delta, Botswana but due to the dry season it would have be difficult to be able to enjoy the game we would have hoped for. Clyde at Tailormade Africa (TA) therefore recommended a private concession in Hwange and also a lodge in Zambezi. Both recommendations turned out to be fabulous and our group of 6 thoroughly enjoyed the experience and the trip. All the planning, booking and logistics had been taken care of by TA and the whole trip went seamlessly well with no hiccups at all. The accommodation was of the very highest order and the guides were equally brilliant! The TA representative in Africa, Amy, was in touch which was very reassuring. We have no hesitation in recommending Clyde and TA. It was once in life time experience and they made sure we were not disappointed. Thank you to the TA team for the expericence.
Email Cecilia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic Communication, and Excellent Execution!
We had a wonderful safari in Kruger, where we were fortunate enough to see all of the Big 5! The accommodation was exactly like the photos and the staff were all lovely, making us all feel very safe in the "tents". Our guide was also very knowledgable and kept everyone engaged throughout the game drives. Thank you so much to Clyde and the TailorMade Team for making this trip so memorable and exceeding our expectations.
Email Ray & Eileen | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lifetime Experience
We have travelled well and like to think we are well versed on what is classed as the good, the bad and the ugly. Well Allison & her team arranged, guided and provided a magnificent exploration and first experience of South Africa that was magnificent.
It was a memorable, gastronomic trip from start to finish, Cape Town, Kruger, Franschhoek and Victoria Falls what a holiday.
We will definitely use their expertise, service and valuable knowledge again, and could not recommend them enough.
THANK YOU :)
Email Ed, Hannah, Pete & Helen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tailormade Africa turned our dream holiday plans into the most wonderful reality
Our holiday was a dream 8 months in the making. We approached Rob and the team at Tailormade Africa for advice on how we could build a South African vacation around a Country Music concert we wanted to attend in Cape Town. We were a group of 4 (2 Couples) and didn’t know where to start planning.
Tailormade Africa, right from the go, were brilliant. We gave them a few ideas of what we wanted to see, what our hobbies were, and what sort of budget we had in mind. From that we had back and forth dialogue to advise us what was available, what we should prioritise, and any other suggestions they had in mind for us.
For all of our travelling party, we were novices to South African travel. So we put our dreams in the hands of the team. And boy did they deliver and then some!
Tailormade Africa sent us an online itinerary of our 15 day vacation. Hotels, Transport, Safari .. everything in there that met our needs. There were even suggestions about excursions available if we were interested. We looked at those and chose a couple of extras and even those were Tailormade to our group! Everything was in hand and all we had to do was get on that plane to Cape Town.
Once we landed, everything that was organised for us was perfect! We were met at the airport and taken right to our hotel. Any questions we had we just had to WhatsApp Rob and he was quick to give us advice and help! Even when we wanted to change our transport one morning to fit in a last minute activity, Rob made those last minute changes effortlessly!
We can’t praise Rob and the team at Tailormade Africa enough. We had the best visit to the wine country, the most breathtaking Safari experience, and a wonderful last leg whale watching in Hermanus. We loved it so much, another holiday has already been booked!
We can’t thank you enough x
Email Ava | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tailormade Tanzania: Rob planned our trip with thoughtful expertise
Rob Morley at Tailormade Africa planned a well-thought-out and highly personalised honeymoon for our August 2024 trip to Tanzania. He took the time to understand our priorities, such as visiting remote areas, avoiding busy tourist spots, and having a range of experiences. Rob was also very careful to ensure he only recommended accommodation with a focus on sustainability and ethical practices, which we really appreciated.
Our trip began at Lake Natron, a quiet and strikingly unique destination. From there, we moved to the Northern Serengeti, where we had excellent wildlife experiences away from the crowds, and finally to Nyerere National Park, with its diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife.
What we appreciated most was Rob’s careful approach to crafting an itinerary that suited us. The accommodations he recommended were well-chosen for their balance of comfort, privacy, and proximity to the wilderness. Every part of the trip felt considered and well-coordinated, allowing us to focus on enjoying the experience.
We would recommend Rob for anyone seeking thoughtful and tailored travel planning.
Email beverley | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Africa Safari Expert
I contacted Clyde at Tailormade Africa to plan an African safari trip for my family who had never done a safari before.
He gave us a few options to consider which were within our budget, which would be suitable for my family, and also myself having done several safaris. There was no pressure to book and Clyde was happy to answer all my questions re country and camp options, and then fine-tune our trip. His knowledge is clearly very extensive, plus he used to be a safari guide.
Tailormade Africa do not charge you more than if you book direct, BUT you get all their expertise for free.
We had an amazing Zimbabwe trip which my family loved, and they are looking forward to going on their next safari!
My husband and I are now looking forward to our Rwanda trip booked with Clyde.
I have no hesitation in recommending Tailormade Africa.