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 $1,888 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Jim | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Tailormade Africa enabled us to achieve the trip of a lifetime.
My wife and I just completed a three week trip to Rwanda and Southern Tanzania and it truly was the trip of a lifetime. We had been keenly looking forward to it for a long time and it exceeded our expectations in every way.
We planned and booked the trip through Tailormade Africa, our second trip using them. I can't say enough about their help and advice in planning the itinerary and also operationally. We had a broad idea of where we wanted to go, the National parks in Southern Tanzania, but we had very little practical knowledge of those places and absolutely no idea of how to get there. Clyde at Tailormade took our rough idea and crafted the perfect itinerary. However, after he delivered the perfect Tanzania itinerary, we presented him with another challenge. We decided that we wanted to also go to Rwanda to see the gorillas. Clyde enthusiastically gave us advice and options for Rwanda and we finalized that portion of the trip also. After it was finally booked, we decided to shift the whole trip by a week. Clyde demonstrated flexibility and patience with our changes and got everything rebooked without issue.
Having completed the trip, I can say that the destinations, itinerary, accommodations and logistics were all just perfect.
I have to say how important a job Clyde and the Tailormade team did with the complex logistics of this trip. Our itinerary involved 5 charter flights and 11 vehicle transfers, all of which came off without a hitch. I could never have planned or executed all of those logistics on my own and I doubt the ability of many (possible most) travel agencies to have done so well.
We were extremely pleased with all of our accommodations. Not only were they comfortable and beautiful but all of them had great food and service as well. Most importantly the places where we did safaris and treks all had excellent guides.
My understanding is that getting the accommodations/guides and logistic right in some of the out-of-the-way areas we visited is not as straightforward as in the more well-traveled parts of Tanzania. One lodge manager told us that not many travel agents are familiar with his area in Ruaha.
So, we enjoyed wonderful experiences viewing wildlife, met warm and wonderful people and throughout felt well-cared for. It was the trip of a lifetime and something we'll never forget.
Email Sam and Grace | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Rob Morley was enthusiastic from the start to help us create a honeymoon we would never forget!
Tailormade Africa and Rob Morley in-particular helped us create a honeymoon we will never forget! From start to finish Rob was attentive to our budget and everything we asked if from our trip to be included. His enthusiasm and excitement about us going on safari for the first time was infectious and we couldn’t wait to go from the start; this also put us at ease and we knew we were using the right company to help with our trip itinerary. Once we were out there Rob made sure to stay in contact with us, answering any questions we had quickly through what’s app to make sure everything was as planned. We highly recommend using Tailormade Africa.
Email Michael and Christine Rogers | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
If you want excellent advice, service and value this is the Company to deal with
We have dealt with Clyde at Tailormade Africa for many years and find his advice excellent. The itinerary produced is very easy to follow and nothing is too much trouble if some changes are requested. We have always found value for money in our trips and the camps are always as expected. We take our time in planning the trip and there are many discussions on the complete package. We value his advice and we have always experienced a first class trip. One distinct advantage is that Tailormade Africa is always monitoring when you are away and in the unlikely, but sometimes happens, event something is not right it is attended to immediately. Our last trip to Zambia and Zimbabwe was a trip to be savoured. Totally recommended.
Email Sam | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best tour operator for bespoke safaris
Clyde organised a bespoke trip in Bostwana for a family holiday. The trip as extremely well organised and no issue occurred during the trip. Clyde kept in touch with us throughout the trip. He also provided key information to prepare the trip thanks to his in depth knowledge of Africa. It is my second trip with Tailormade Africa and I can only recommend it.
Email Andy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent selection of destinations and perfectly planned logistics
Clyde and the team delivered on a promise, again! Not the first time we've used them and it will not be the last. From booking to arriving home the attention to detail, the communications and support was great. The locations that they recommended were excellent and the entire trip ran smoothly.
With so many stops, transits and flights to catch, you always worry button when these guys booking for you, and I love the way they check in with you to ensure that all is well during the stay.
I could not recommend them highly enough.
Email Hilary | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great personalised (Tailormade even
Great trip. Well planned with some excellent touches (such as being met as soon as we stepped inside the terminal at Kigali). Some good choices of accomodation in terms of lodges and hotels (though 1 of the tented camps was fun but basic). Everything went very smoothly and the Gorilla trekking was very special and felt like a real privilege. Pre holiday planning was good with regular communications with Clyde and some useful hints and tips.
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Email Peter | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Rob Morley was knowledgeable, efficient, understood what we want and planed an outstanding trip
I got in touch with Rob Morley from Tailormade Africa after an Internet search. Their website presentation resonated with me more than other sites I checked. I contacted the company and set up a WhatsApp meeting with Rob in which I explained him what our interests are and what do we want to see. Next we got Rob's suggestions with very clear descriptions of the accommodations, activities and recommendations for what to do and see. The whole process was easy, clear and made us very comfortable that we are in good hands and we will have a great trip.
Before departure we had an additional call with Rob about last details and repeated reminders of contact information for any issues we may have.
The trip went on without a glitch, from the beautiful accommodations at Babylonstoren and Grootbos to the safari at Sambona. The transportation from place to place was on time with friendly and polite drivers. At every place we went, a letter from Rob was waiting for us. We were fortunate not to need any help during our trip, but we knew we can call at any time for help
Our trip was outstanding, probably one of the best we ever had and if we will decide to repeat a trip to South Africa we will, for sure, relay on Tailormade Africa company!
Email Emily Howells | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Magical
Tailormade Africa organised our honeymoon in November 2022 - visiting Botswana for Safari, Cape Town and Zanzibar. We had a truly magical experience, which was down to the seamless communications with Rob - understanding the type of trip we wanted. It removed any stress from organising ourselves, knowing the tours, transport and hotels booked were perfect!
Email Kellie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic- you won't regret it!
I booked our trip from Australia- and could not have been happier. Clyde and his team were always happy to jump on a call to discuss and emails were answered promptly. The trip itself was outstanding. Clyde's recommendations were fantastic and as he had represented. He understood our needs (a family of four + a grandmother) and planned the trip with everyone in mind. The trip itself went very smoothly- with only one late pick up. In that case Clyde was online and available and rectified the issue.
I would happily book again with Clyde- and will likely do so when we make another trip to Africa.
Email Chris Thompson | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect holiday, immaculate planning, highly recommend to anyone
I had been doing my own investigations for taking the family on Safari for my wife's 50th birthday for some 18 months before talking to Clyde through a mutual acquaintance. I wish i had met him 18 months prior as it would have saved me a lot of time researching and changing my mind about where and what to go and do.
TMA were quite fantastic at planning, preparing and handholding us through our Safari experience and checked in with us through the trip had we needed them, though we didn't. We had a couple of zooms and a in person meeting before our trip where Clyde told us everything we needed to know and think about and left us very excited about our Safari. We had a 7 day safari in Tanzania followed by 5 days in a beach resort in Zanzibar over Xmas 2023.
The execution of the safari itself was perfect and nothing was left to chance. Our guide, was knowledgeable, passionate about Tanzania, wildlife and left a lasting impression on us, i got the feeling that that wouldn't be uncommon with any of the established guides out there. it's difficult to see how the safari could be improved on, we literally saw everything, counting 62 different animals in total which was mind-blowing as the animals felt very content and very much in the wild. We kept on the move through the National parks, Ngorongoro crater, serengeti and Marshlands so nothing ever felt repetitive and every day felt like a fresh experience. Going at Xmas we were in the middle of the wildebeast migration which made for a truly evocative experience, all of the staff whether lodges, or camps were very friendly, welcoming and we felt entirely safe and at ease through the whole trip.
Zanzibar was the perfect rest bite after long days in the safari truck and our resort, T'he pongwe beach hotel' was quite perfect for us, unpretentious with staggeringly friendly staff and immaculately maintained and not like some of the flashier more sterile resorts that were on offer. Zanzibar itself i felt has been sadly hit hard by tourism and would liken it to the more populus areas or Bali or Thailand but that didn't matter in the confines of our resort so if you accept that for what it is then all fine (though a crying shame)
Other things to note, tipping is a big thing, be prepared for that but TMA will give you guidance on that, if your not into Tanzanite set your stall out early with the guide, we dropped in on an orphange bringing some gifts of footballs and school stationary and cash donations which was really memorable and offset some of our western tourist guilt.
All in all it was everything i had hoped for and more and Tailor made Africa and Clyde were a huge part of that coming together. Look no further if planning a trip.