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:
- $126 to $1,886 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Craig and Ingrid | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Enthusiastic and experienced
We thought our safari days were over after 5 trips in 8 years. Then last year we saw Clyde’s rather eloquent write-up on Zimbabwe. One quick enquiry to Tailormade Africa and we were on our way. Clyde’s enthusiasm and his love of the African bush convinced us. We started with a basic plan and Clyde helped us tweak it to perfection. His personal knowledge of the camps and operators is extensive and invaluable. There were Covid-related date changes during the year which Clyde dealt with very effectively. (Hint: keep checking airfares. We actually saved money by leaving 3 days earlier and spending 3 more days in Africa—Clyde adjusted to this change with an new schedule that was even better than the original.) We had a Covid glitch while we were there, but Clyde and his network of contacts had a sorted out before we even knew about it. They knew we didn’t go to the bush with our phones on. All in all we were in good hands from the beginning. We felt cared for without being pampered. Clyde spent the time to “get” us and tailored (Tailormade) an itinerary that worked for us.
The only other thing I can say to someone considering a safari with Tailormade Africa——DO IT!
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Email Nick Bailly | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Clyde and his team at Tailormade Africa were amazing, and provided the exact trip we wanted!
Excellent communication from start to finish. We never felt pressured during the booking process and all contact was on our terms. During the trip Clyde was in contact at all the critical junctures and knew exactly where we were at all times.
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Email Carolyn Mc | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime, flawlessly planned with care
My family of four worked with Clyde to create a true trip of a lifetime. Starting in South Africa, we made our way to Zimbabwe and then on to Tanzania to watch the wildebeest migration. Every place we stayed left an indelible imprint on us, and every person we met was warm, thoughtful, and so knowledgeable. We dream of being able to go to Africa again, and if we do, it will be with Tailormade again.
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Email Linda | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Kind, attentive, knowledgeable
I think Rob did a brilliant job, before, during and after the trip! Attention to detail, but beyond the work his since of humanity - to sincerely offer assistance and to reach out even during the trip was extraordinary.
Email Julie | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Super efficient, planned to the finest detail, no stone left unturned.
The communications from Rob Morley from the initial enquiry and subsequent booking, right up to departure date, and during the trip were incredible. Even down to the meet and greet at Jo'burg airport to ensure we got our ongoing flight to Szukuza safe and sound, the TravelKey App recommended to ensure we had our travel details all to hand, and everything from when we arrived at Szukuza airport until we departed again, worked like clockwork. Then the follow up when we were home to ensure there were no problems. A First Class service from Rob, and Tailormade Africa.
The Rhino Post Safari Lodge is a great place, with excellent staff and facilities. I would recommend this lodge to anyone.
Email Sarah & Sanusi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Exceptional expertise, knowledge and advice. It was clear from the beginning we were in safe hands.
The safari exceeded expectations on every possible level! All three locations, the people, guides, camps, travel, expertise, food, friendliness and everything else you can think of was simply amazing. It was a trip of a lifetime and will be very hard to beat. Nothing was too much trouble, before and during the trip, the organisation was fantastic.
Email N.A. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
We decided to go to South Africa on a relatively short notice and Clyde and his team put together a top notch itinerary tailored to us specifically.
The trip was seamless - everything from pick up at the airport, the hotels, safari tours, etc...was perfect.
Clyde also checked in with us while on the trip to make sure everything was going per plan. The team was very responsive and flexible - they helped us make last minute changes to our itinerary when we wanted to.
By far, the best travel agency I have used. Thank you.
Email Kathryn | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded my already high expectations!
Clyde and the whole Tailormade Africa group exceeded my already high expectations for our trip to South Africa. Communications were extremely easy, and we were able to customise our tour to exactly what we hoped to do. All of the suggestions the team provided were spot on and our trip was so much fun. It made our whole trip experience more relaxing knowing that Tailormade was there to help us along the way and planned the trip perfectly for us. They were really easy to get a hold of and answered all of our questions promptly. I would highly recommend them and plan to use them again in the future!
Email Freddie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An experience that surpassed all of our expectations!
Rob (and TMA) organised a great holiday to South Africa a couple of years ago so when my girlfriend and I were discussing a trip to Africa, we didn't hesitate to get back in contact. After discussing budget and 'wish list', Rob came back with a couple of options and we decided to go for Uganda, which truly turned out to be beyond what we could have hoped for. The country is incredibly diverse in every sense - from climate and culture to plant, animal and bird life. It is also much more affordable than a number of other popular destinations.
TMA organised a walking tour with rhinos, multiple game drives in Murchison NP (where we had close encounters with the rest of the big 5 and vast numbers of other animals), Nile river cruises where we spotted the infamous Shoe Billed Stalk and Giant Kingfisher, a hike up the waterfalls and Chimpanzee trekking. We then flew down to Bwindi for an unforgettable experience trekking with Gorillas, as well as Golden Monkeys and taking scenic canoe trips around Lake Mutanda + more!
Accommodation, drivers, lodge staff and organisation was all spot on and everything went to plan - top job Rob!
Email Dilini & Bhanu | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Another epic and life changing adventure with Clyde
We are seasoned safari goers and keen photographers. This was our 8th trip to Africa and our 3rd with Clyde and TMA. Ever since we met Clyde he's been trying to convince us to do Zimbabwe and we finally agreed. I'd heard mixed reviews about Zmbabwe so wasn't sure what to expect. Clyde was really patient with us as I hemmed and hawed my way through a whole spectrum of emotions from excitement to downright dread that Zim wasn't going to deliver the kind of sightings we'd had in East Africa and Botswana.
And boy was I wrong. Zim was magical - it's Africa at its most raw, at its wildest and what an adventure it turned out to be! We started off with a night in Vic Falls and then headed to Hwange National Park where we spent five nights divided between two camps. We finished off with five life changing nights at Mana Pools being guided by Nick Murray, the pro guide who guided David Attenborough during the filming of the wild dogs episode in Dynasties. With Nick we tracked and spent precious moments with wild dogs and got within touching distance of elephants, including the infamous Boswell. It was by far the most exciting five days we've spent in Africa!
Having spoken to us many many times Clyde knew exactly what we'd enjoy and he delivered in spades. Not only did he introduce us to two kindred spirits, Nick and his wife Des, he ensured that we had an unforgettable trip. When things weren't quite going to plan as things are wont to do in Africa, Clyde was always around to do what he could to make it all better.
I have said it before and I'll say it again - if you want a cookie cutter African experience any agent can most probably deliver, but if you want a trip of a lifetime every single time then Clyde and Rob are your go to people. We've already booked our next trip to Zimbabwe with Clyde and are in the process of booking a Tanzanian safari with him as well.