Hosted Journeys to extra ordinary places
Cuckoo Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Rachael | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Always on time ,willingness to go the extra mile, and orchestrates unforgettable journey.
The whole experience was better than we expected. The excellent guides provided a wonderful experience . Every place we saw was breathtaking . The Cuckoo Safaris were extremely reliable and I feel we got our money’s worth .
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Email Linda | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Quick & accurate responses; helpful
My driver, Manda, was waiting as soon as I stepped off the plane & the adventure began! Light snacks on the Zambezi River to see warthogs, crocodiles, hippos, exotic birds, an amazing sunset & to be on a river that connects 4 countries was incredible! The next morning after breakfast, we were off to see Mosi oa Tunya (The Falls). We saw the Zambia & Zimbabwean side. Our tour guides Martha & Prudence walked us through the rainforest, we saw gorges, baboons, beautiful trees & the sound of the falls was amazing! There were rainbows & incredible photo-ops. We had lunch at Lookout Cafe, what a beautiful restaurant with delicious food & top notch service. We took a helicopter ride over the falls, which was breathtaking. We also made a quick stop at Big Tree. The next day was Chobe, Botswana. We started with a boat ride on the river. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable about the animals! I learned a lot. After a fabulous buffet, at an all you can eat lunch, we were off to the land safari. Our guide, Mr.O, got us very close to the animals (which is what we wanted). What an extraordinary day! The next day we got to sleep in a little. Pick up time was 10am. We stopped at a local store to buy food & school supplies for the visit to the cultural village. It wasn’t mandatory, but I love to help people. The village chief & his wife were so hospitable & thankful for the items. The chief gave us an in-depth tour & explained how life works. My highlight was visiting the school they opened & meeting the lovely teachers & adorable children. After the village tour, we stopped in town for lunch, coffee & shopping. We then went to the hotel to relax a little & at 7pm we were off to Boma to have fun, dance, eat, play the drums & just enjoy! The next morning was time to say goodbye to beautiful Africa, but we enjoyed every minute. Believe it or not, I left out some details. There was so much to see & do! The only thing I would change would be to upgrade my room at the hotel. But the staff was so welcoming & helpful & the grounds were tropical & well maintained. If you can’t tell yet, you should book this trip!
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Email Anisha | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime experience!
Tatenda and his team were beyond amazing. They were extremely responsive, organised the best experiences for me based on my needs and what I wanted to see across Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana, and ensured my safety and comfort at all times.
No matter what time of day, they were available to answer my questions and make sure I fully enjoyed my trip.
I would also like to thank Martha from Zambia, Prudence from Zimbabwe and Figo from Botswana for giving me an incredible experience!
Strongly recommend booking with Cuckoo Safaris... ASAP!
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Email Tanya | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A wonderful trip through Zimbabwe and Botswana’!
We did a 9 day trip of Victoria falls, Chobe, Makgadigadi and Okavango with cuckoo safaris and it was fantastic!
They were very responsive from the start of the planning phase till the end of trip. The guides and drivers were friendly and professional. All the arrangements were great.
We took road transport between places and the vehicles were well maintained and comfortable. The accommodations at Victoria falls, Chobe and Planet Baobad were excellent.
They offer reasonable pricing and great service. They partner with sister companies in Botswana and that worked without any hiccups. I would highly recommend Cuckoo safaris for anyone looking for a great and stress free trip through Zimbabwe and Botswana!
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Email Micah | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing once in a lifetime experience with Simon
We booked an 11 day tour that took us through Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana. Simon was a perfect guide for our family of six. He explained the transfers and handoffs from one experience or border crossing to another so we weren’t left surprised. On some of our longer drives he took time to explain the culture unique to each area. Our excursions, river cruises, and safaris were all amazing.
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Email Jan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Diligent
Excellent value for money with great experiences. You're in good hands with them, everything ran smoothly from arrangement, payment to execution and communication. Tatenda and Simon handled everything wonderfully. Highly recommended!
Email Nomia Machebe | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Organised, friendly and prepared.
No words......only emotion: joy, gratitude and serenity.
I'm grateful for opportunities: to travel, meet people and expand my worldviews and perceptions.
Thank you Cuckoo Safaris @cuckooafricasafaris Martha Nsokoshi Ndumba Mike and Shelton Kadoko, you are truly exceptional. Thank you so much for turning complex border post processes into a simple exercise. 🙌
10 out 10 to you. Thank you! 👏The Zim and Zam tour is a must. It's good value for money. Please include a visit to the Lookout Cafe, that would be the 🍒 on the cake.
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Email John | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Cuckoo is a professional tour operator that delivers a luxary experience at a competitive price
We found our 7 day trip with Cuckoo Safaris to be an incredible value. Traveling to this area is not cheap. However, Cuckoo gives you a very competitive price while also providing excellent service. Prior to traveling, Cuckoo answered all our questions in a very timely fashion. The trip itself was well organized. We visited Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Hwange National Park, and Matobo National Park. Each park has it's own character and was a different experience from the previous spot. The hotels and lodges that we stayed at were excellent. Luxurious with great food. Finally, our guide Simon made sure that our trip went as smoothly as possible He was in constant commnication with us via WhatsApp and was able to accomodate all of our last minute whims while still keeping us on schedule. All in all, I would definately recommend Cuckoo Safaris to anyone who wants an individual tour at a reasonable price.
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Email Alessandro | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Victoria Falls Highlights
I joined a 5 days tour in Victoria Falls and Chobe area. It was everything well organized, giving me the chance to see and enjoy the main highlights of the region! Special mention for my driver Simon, who was arranging everything perfectly!
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Email Akua | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An amazing holiday with nature and culture
As a solo traveler I really enjoyed this tour and the comfortable accommodations. The itinerary is just the right amount of activity and down time, which gave me the flexibility to book additional activities like white water rafting and a massage. Cuckoo safaris was very attentive to my needs and everyone I interacted with was kind and professional. The cultural village tour was a great way to learn more about how the local villagers live and dinner at The Boma was a fun way to end my last night of the trip. Shout-out to Simon who helped ensure that I had the best time and handled all of the extra logistics (and my many questions!) I definitely recommend this tour for solo travelers or families!