On Safari in the Mara
The Safari Partners
- Located In:
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Canada
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2010)
- Member Of:
- IATA, ACTA & TOPAC
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $1,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Leslie and Paul | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience in Africa
My wife and I just returned from a two week trip to Africa that was put together by Chris at Safari Partners. The trip was extremely well organized and all we had to do is remember when the next great safari or meal was taking place. We spent two days in Zimbabwe, five days in Botswana and three days in Cape Town. The trip was a tremendous success! The lodges we were sent to were outstanding and the food offered was excellent. We had to keep reminding ourselves we were in Africa! We saw all the animals we wanted to see and I can assure you they were very close to the Safari Truck. The photographers in our group never stopped taking pictures!!
The staff at all the lodges were excellent and we enjoyed all our safari guides and trackers. They really worked hard to make sure we saw all the animals we were looking for.
Thank you Chris and Safari partners for a truly memorable trip to Africa.
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Email Chelsea | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Honeymoon!
Chris built us a custom self drive tour of South Africa for our honeymoon, and everything was perfect. We did a safari and then picked up our car rental and drove the scenic garden route. Our accommodations were cute and comfortable, and Chris was available to answer all our questions every step of the way. Thank you for such an amazing South African adventure!
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Email Rob & Laura | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Just an amazing trip
Hi Chris
Just wanted to thank you for arranging such a wonderful trip. Everyone was very accommodating to our needs and expectations and everything was extremely well organized. We have already highly recommended you a few of our friends.
Thank you again for making this a trip of a lifetime.
Rob & Laura
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Email Rick and Alice | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip and Memories of a Lifetime
We traveled with a group of friends (6 in total) to Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania. We met with Chris to communicate what we wanted from our trip to Africa and our budget. The smartest thing we did was listen to Chris and have him put together the itinerary for us. It ended up being an amazing trip that met and exceeded our expectations in every way. We were well looked after by local guides during the entire time we were in Africa. We were in Rwanda to see the gorillas which were the highlight of our trip. Our animal safari was in Kenya where we stayed at two camps, the Elephant Bedroom in Samburu and Encounter Mara in the Masai Mara. Both camps were in a private reserve/conservancy that made for easy and up close views of animals. Both camps also provided excellent service and food but a special shout out has to go to Encounter Mara camp for their 5 star all around experience. We ended our holiday in Zanzibar in Tanzania where we spent several days on the beach at Matemwe Lodge.
A big reason why we had such a great experience in Africa is due to Chris' guidance and knowledge. We received great value in using Safari Partners and highly recommend them for anyone thinking of traveling to Africa.
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Email KC | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Wonderful Vacation!
As a solo female traveler I was a little anxious about heading out on safari on my own, but thanks to Chris it was a wonderful experience. Chris arranged the ideal mix of city and safari. I visited Victoria Falls, Botswana and Cape Town. All were great, but the small lodges in Botswana were my favorite. Everyone working at the lodges were lovely. Every part of the trip was well organized. I didn’t worry about a thing. I’ll definitely return to Africa and I’ll definitely use Safari Partners again.
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Email Don | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Trip to South Africa!
We just returned home from our second trip with Safari Partners. Last year we went to East Africa and this year we went to South Africa with the "Kruger, Cape, and the Winelands" tour. It was absolutely amazing! Every detail of the trip was well organized by Chris Ronneseth at Safari Partners. We had a couple of special requests and Chris included them in our trip and responded to us almost immediately. All of our accommodations were outstanding and our tours and tour guides were amazing. Every airport transfer was on time and pleasant. Our safari in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve was incredible. We saw the 'Big Five' several times over, along with many other animals. We have so many great memories!
If you are considering a safari be sure to contact Safari Partners. We would not look anywhere else. Chris will treat you in professional manner and help you feel comfortable with the process. We cannot imagine that anyone knows Africa any better than Chris and Safari Partners!
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Email Heidi | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime!
I just got back from a trip to South Africa that included a safari in Timbavati Reserve and a 4 day stay in Cape Town. Every detail of this trip was taken care of with great detail. The accommodations, the safari adventure, the transfers, and service was impeccable. Travelling solo, this was especially important to me, and using this company helped me feel safe and looked after. I highly recommend using this company, as it is clear they have a strong knowledge of the area, and what their customers are looking for. I will definitely be using them again and referring them enthusiastically!
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Email Peter F. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic Outcome
We began on African Adventure with a safari in three national parks in Tanzania. Chris and Safari Partners had booked us at three Asilia Africa camps, Little Oliver's, Highlands Ngorongoro and Dunia. All were outstanding in every respect--accommodations, food, staff, and game drives. We then went on to Victoria Falls and Cape town. All travel arrangements were booked through Chris. No disappointments anywhere. The local operators that Chris chose ensured that everything went like clockwork. An entirely stress-free holiday. Leading up to the holiday, I had many questions. Chris was extremely responsive and knowledgeable, often responding within minutes of my e mails. In the end, the outcome is all that matters. I am an experienced traveller. The outcome was an adventure that was the travel highlight of my life. Thank you Chris. I will be sending other people your way!
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Email Janice & Brian | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A trip of a lifetime to Tanzania!
Thank you to Chris and Safari Partners for arranging an amazing, stress-free trip to Tanzania. We stayed at three camps, The Highlands at Ngorongoro Crater, Namiri Plains in central Serengeti and Ubuntu mobile camp in Western Serengeti. The Asilia company that runs these camps was five star all the way, from the gracious staff that hosted us, to the fantastic chefs and the incredible guides we had at all three locations were the best. From the moment we landed at Kilimanjaro airport, and every leg of the trip after that, we never had to worry about a thing, there was always someone waiting for us with a smile on their face waiting to take us to where we needed to be, it was a perfect two weeks! The trip more than exceeded our expectations, meeting the local people, seeing the beautiful animals, the gorgeous landscapes, the breath-taking sunrises and sunsets and the sparkling night sky. We would highly recommend to anyone planning a trip to Africa to contact Chris at Safari Partners, thank you again for a memorable trip, it will stay forever in our hearts!
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Email Karen | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Small Group departure May-June2019
As a travel agent, dealing with Chris at Safari Partners was such a pleasure! Every phone call and email was dealt with in a timely fashion, making my job all that much easier!
There were six of us on this trip and it was truly an "African Dream", none of us can stop talking about! From our feet first touching African soil to our departure from Africa, every detail from transfers, accommodations, internal flights, and all service was perfect and on time!
On our safaris we had the best guides & trackers, making us feel safe & comfortable at every turn.
Service & food in the camps went above and beyond!
Thank you Chris for your expertise in helping me put this fabulous trip together....it was amazing!
