The Luxury Safari Company
- Located In:
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United Kingdom
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2010)
- Member Of:
- Air Travel Organisers' Licensing
- Tour Types:
- Custom luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $1,002 to $3,759 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email shelby | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
a truly one of a kind, bespoke adventure!
there is no real easy way to describe the amazing itinerary put together by rose and the luxury safari company other than out of this world!
there was no detail that was overlooked by her -- amazing attention to detail and thoughtful planning for every step of our journey throughout botswana. we stayed at top notch, luxury camps -- all of which had their own special guides, staff, food, excursions, decor -- you name it. truly magical experiences at Jack's Camp, Tuludi, Khwai Leadwood, and last but not least, Xigera.
i would recommend the luxury safari company to anyone who is looking for an out of this world experience on safari in africa!
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Email Alison and Mike | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely brilliant trip from start to finish
Planning for our trip started a year before covid and the company helped put together an amazing three week itinerary across Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda involving three very different game lodges and a gorilla trek. Covid delayed things by a year and added vastly to the complexity but Rose and her staff did an exceptional job of steering us through visa issues, a new quarantine requirment in Rwanda which meant an extra day, the need for new longhaul flights when BA cancelled all kenya flights and the constantly changing covid test (8 in total) and paperwork requirements
The advice on choice of lodges was first rate - we stayed at Saruni Samburu, Nomad Lamai and Singita Sabora and they were all superb but very different experiences. In Rwanda Sabyinyo Silverback lodge proved a superb base for two days of gorilla trekking. Although having a private driver and vehicle sounded expensive when the company suggested it, it was more than worth the cost as it gave us complete flexibility to determine each days program, mostly to take much longer drives than is standard with picnic breakfasts provided to avoid an early return to the lodge.
Throughout the trip Rose and staff were available 24/7 for the few minor admin glitches that arose around covid test timings and to answer queries. Our last minute request for a private 4WD and guide at our final camp was organised in hours. This was not a cheap trip but it was superb value as we saw and did everything we had hoped for and more.
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Email Helena Karlsson | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime!
The Luxury Safari Company helped us put together an amazing trip to Botswana for a big birthday celebration. I was getting overwhelmed by all the options, also being our first proper safari I was not 100% sure what we were looking for (besides the Big 5). Rose kindly went through the various alternatives with us and the final combination of Little Machaba and Zarafa Camp was perfect! Covid restrictions caused many concerns and logistical challenges but The Luxury Safari Company were very flexible and understanding.
After many months of planning we were on our way and the trip was extremely smooth and perfectly executed. Wildlife was beyond amazing, guides were excellent and camps super comfortable. Despite getting up a 5am in the morning it was one of the most relaxing holidays we´ve had, everything was taken care of even the things we didn´´t even know we wanted :)
As much as I say trip of a life time, I have a feeling there will be another one coming soon!
Email Sarah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime trip
We had the most incredible multi destination trip to Kenya for our honeymoon and cannot thank The Luxury Safari company enough for all their help with organising everything. Even with all the covid / red list restrictions and postponements, Rose made what would normally have been a disappointing situation of having to amend our destination(s), into a great one. Her advice on trip lengths and ideas of things to do was spot on and it was such a smooth process from start to finish, we got almost a little too used for not having to think for ourselves for a while!
Everything along the way was so well planned and thought out. Even when we were on the trip and had a query, Rose had replied to my email before I even had the chance to put down my phone, later checking in numerous times to check all was ok (which it was).
It really was the trip of a lifetime, made so successful by Rose and the team and we’re so glad we managed to get there finally. It was well worth the wait!
Email Katie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional service and perfect advice tailored exactly to my brief.
The Luxury Safari company and the Rekero Camp gave me the best experience I’ve ever had in my life. I’m so grateful!
Fro mtge wonderful kindness, lovely people and the amazing knowledge of my guide Nick. I am still blown away!
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Email Jen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unparalleled Expertise, Dedication To Service, And The Trip of Our Dreams
I am an independent traveler and always love having a trip to plan. When my mom and I decided to make our dream of an African safari a reality, I tried piece the trip together myself, but I was quickly overwhelmed. A chance encounter with Rose and her team, when inquiring about a certain safari camp, only confirmed that I was in need of expert assistance. Rose carefully listened to what we wanted from our trip and gently guided us to safari camps that were perfectly suited to our needs. She was with us every step of the way, from the initial planning process, to immediately answering our many questions leading up to and during our trip, to somehow scheduling (and paying for!) last second COVID testing for us at our lodge in the Serengeti when Kenya changed its entry requirements. Our trip was almost two years in the making and our experiences at the three safari camps we visited in the Serengeti, the Mara, and the Samburu will stay with us for a lifetime. While each camp was different, they all shared a common thread: warm hospitality, jaw-dropping landscapes, lovely accommodations, delicious meals (both at camp and in the bush) and amazingly knowledgeable guides who were all dedicated to showing us a wide variety of wildlife. I will never forget our guide in the Samburu, who knew I wanted to see the illusive leopard before our departure. On our last game drive, I watched with fascination as he drove for almost an hour while tracking paw prints and listening to the alarm calls of the birds and the other animals in the area. Suddenly, he stopped and pointed. There was a gorgeous female leopard sleeping under a tree. While pointing at the leopard he proclaimed, "you never give up on the bush."
Africa stole a large piece of our hearts, and left us longing for more. if we ever have the opportunity to return, there isn't anyone else I would use to help me plan another safari.
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Email Eddie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent First African Safari Experience
My wife and I had a sensational time in Tanzania discovering the wildlife and culture.
This was our first safari and we are very much activities oriented, it was also the first time we used a travel agent.
This allowed us to organise a complex trip 3 weeks before departure and have a good level of support while we were in Africa.
Rose Hipwood tailored exactly the kind of holiday we requested. I recommend using her expertise, as we certainly will for our next safari.
Email Jonathan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Knowledgeable and helpful – incredible trip!
We travelled with the Luxury Safari Company to four camps/lodges in Tanzania and had an incredible trip. I really appreciated the team's expertise re accommodation and the knowledge on logistics of travelling between locations. I'd definitely recommend the Luxury Safari Company to anyone looking to book a safari to Tanzania or elsewhere!
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Email melissa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect from start to finish!
We had such a wonderful experience with The Luxury Safari Company. Rose was so helpful in every way. We originally planned to travel in March 2020 and after we were canceled due to Covid restrictions, Rose was right there to work with us on new dates. We had zero fees for rebooking and she was able to get us exactly the same trip- just two years later! The trip was seamless from the pick up in Johannesburg, through customs, and to the driver. Once we got to the driver, he knew us all by name and was knowledgeable about the area. He said he had driven to our lodge at least 500 times. We felt completely safe and comfortable. The Marataba Safari lodge was absolutely magical. The service was amazing and again, when we arrived, they had our names, itinerary, and even knew our food allergies. Rose had sent them everything we needed for a truly once in a lifetime trip. The drive to the second lodge was just as seamless. The luxury safari company really listened to what we wanted out of this trip and it far exceeded our expectations. We would gladly book again with them and will be telling everyone to use them for safari trips. The level of detail in planning was absolutely flawless and if anything went wrong (which it didn’t!) we knew Rose was just a call or email away. Highly, highly recommended!
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Email Nancy&Zeno | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
They managed to put us inside the picture perfect postcard and organized true 'luxury' lodges !
Rose organized a short but excellent trip for us (me and my 17year old son) in Namibia ! She immediately captured what we were looking for (adventure and excitement for the teenager, luxury and impressive nature for mama). We started with a short safari in Etosha. The Fort Onguma was a beautiful Moroccan oasis with the most kind and professional staff on all sides (game drives, chef, waiters, managers etc). After that they flew us to Skeleton Coast where we stayed in The Shipwreck Lodge (beautiful set up) and were entertained every day by the joyful Bonnie. Quad -drives, sundowners but also time off to sip a wine and enjoy. Rose kept the best for last and we ended in Sossusvlei in the exceptional lodge of "And Beyond". seriously a fabulous experience ! (special mention for the chef there ! Brilliant!). Rose was always available, changed everything to please us more and accompanied us from booking till end. Also worth mentionning : we never had to wait for flight connections or pick ups, some one was always there for us. I will definitely travel again with The Luxury safari and if all employees are like Rose, this is a very well organised Travel Company !,