Falcon Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2002)
- Member Of:
- ZTA, ASATA, ZNTBS & MARS
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
ALL good and beyod the normal call on the transfer from the Hotel through the Zambia/Zimbabwe border
The pick up and transfer from Livingstone airport gave us helpful information.
The arrangements for the helicopter ride were good.
Everything at the Hotel went without problem.
The 'unusual' cross border movement between Zambia and Zimbabwe was handled well and especially as Mrs Lobb left an item in the first car. This item was brought to the Victoria Falls Hotel - for which Thank you.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great place with very very very nice people
The communication was completed, fast and precise.
The reception and the hosts are extraordinary, very pleasant and smiling.
Reservation services for the activities were managed in the perfection.
PT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Competent Company.
Last August I went to Victoria Falls on vacation.Christel, from Falcon Safaris, managed my package tour and I'm delighted with her work.Friendly and professional, she accepted all my suggestions and showed me good solutions.
I stayed one night in Outlook Lodge, in Joanesbourg.Beautiful place and nice staff.I really appreciate François's hospitality.My staying in Victoria Falls was a dream.The Kingdom Hotel is a wonderful place with a friendly staff.Don't hesitate to ask for help, Falcon Safaris will be there for you.If you intend to travel I really hope you choose Falcon Safaris next time.
Five Star!
Here is a snippet from my journal. In summary this was a remarkable resort. I'd recommend it in a flash!
On our last morning at Victoria Falls the breakfast calm was shattered when a baboon leaped off the roof on to the veranda dining area and terrorized a man at a table. His fortunate wife had just left to make another pass at the buffet. The animal grasped for food off the mans table but he only succeeded in knocking dishes on to the floor before a waiter shooed him away.
The Zambezi Sun, our hotel, is ideally located, literally at the entrance to the National Park, which includes the falls. It's several acres with a series of two story hotel units. On our last day, right around six four zebra sauntered past our living room. Just up, I grabbed my pants and went out with photo equipment in hand. They were oblivious of my presence. This apparently is not unusual on our first evening a group of velvet monkeys went prancing by our unit. Giraffe and elephant are in the area, but I did not see any during our stay. We did see several gazelle as we arrived at the property that first evening.
We toured the falls our first evening. It was hot and the sun still intense at five. We took the main route across the "knife-edge bridge." The water flow was very disappointing, just a trickle; this was the end of the dry season in October. The path leads to a promontory overlooking the main falls area. The vista is spectacular even without the water flow. The drop-off is hundreds of feet, providing an excellent sphincter test! In the distance is the main bridge over the mighty Zambezi river linking Zambia with Zimbabwe.
On the middle of our three day stay we did a river cruise. The Zambezi is the fourth longest river in Africa we were told. The Nile, the Congo, and the ++. We had wanted to do the "African Queen," a larger vessel than seen in the Bogart movie. But, it was only available for the sunset dinner cruise, which was not of interest to us. How lucky for us as it turns out. The small boat, which would probably hold 12 or more, was large enough to seem safe. There was only one other couple, Ian & Esther--another story, so the boat was very fast and very maneuverable.
We started our adventure heading upriver. Within a quarter we came on a herd of bachelor elephants. There were 16-17 in the all male group. The captain pulled right up to them at the river bank as he told us to not worry, because they do not go into the water. Whereupon one and then three elephants entered the river just to our left. We moved on up the river a nod in a short while came on 5-6 hippos; they were grazing on the bank. As we moved closer they hurried off to one side into the river. From then on it was just eyes, ears and noses! There were many other species, most birds, one croc and a variety of fauna. Toward the end of our two hour jaunt we beached the craft and had a Picnic lunch with fried chicken, curried potatoes, some quiche and fruit for desert. Back on board we went bat out of hell down rapids to the hotel where we were dropped off. A magical day!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience
Everything was amazing. Drivers were on time and the tour guides very knowledgeable. We had great guides. I noticed that they were much more engaging that other companies that I saw.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A complete service
I sent an e-mail to Falcon Safaris outlining my requirements & within a day they had confirmed all my requests. The transfers, activities (especially the White Water rafting from Bundu) were exceptional.
It was so easy & they contributed to an exceptional holiday.
US
50-65 years of age
Transfer from Livingstone Airport to A'Zambezi River Lodge & back
The assistance we received with our transport to and from Livingstone Airport & A'Zambezi River Lodge was excellent. The assistance with the Visa process & transportation made border crossing from Zambia & Zimbabwe very easy. Thank you very much
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Service was excellent from making the booking for the lodge and cruise. Very helpful
The communication and service was top notch for me, we were not disappointed at all with our lodgings and the sunset cruise. Our only disappointment was the delay in picking us up from the lodge, we were advised that our pick up time was 3.45pm but they only arrived at 4pm, but otherwise we were taken care of well. Will happily deal with them again.
Excellent short break at the Royal Livingstone Hotel
We booked direct from the UK and our booking, queries and transfer arrangements were handled promptly, efficiently with a professional and personal service. Our stay was outstanding. The service, room, food and all staff were, without exception, friendly, courteous and professional. We booked a white water rafting through the hotel which was incredible. Probably the most exciting thing we have ever done. An unforgettable experience overall. I would highly recommend every aspect.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service
Thank you to the entire Falcon safaris team (Christel from SA for organising everything, Esau from Zambia and Newton from Zimbabwe for driving us around and helping out with smooth cross border transfers). We had an amazing experience. Everything was organised so well and ran so smoothly. We were really impressed with the standard of your operation. It was so nice to sit back and relax, knowing all we had to do was to show up on time.
Our stay at the Royal Livingstone was also superb. Good food and sundowners on the deck, perfect!