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65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Fabulous Experience Expertly Managed!
We just recently returned from a memorable and trouble-free 16 day safari in Tanzania. Grace helped us plan a custom private safari, according to our "discerning" requests. She nailed it! We loved Albert, our guide, for his expertise and warm charm. The diversity of well-appointed, comfy tent camps and gorgeous lodges made it a pleasure. And of course, the parks of Tanzania speak for themselves. We felt cared for and secure, well fed and just delighted!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Zikomo provides a prime S Luangwa wilderness experience in a comfortable camp at reasonable rates
Bordering on the S Luangwa NP on 2 sides and far from other resorts Zikomo is as wild as it can get without being in the park itself. This brings Luangwa within the budget of southern Africans. Coupled with Demian Wallace 's knowledge of the local area and the people he knows makes Zikomo a prime place to visit. The restaurant lounge and swimming pool overlook the river. Demian offers day, evening and night game drives. I strongly recommend Zikomo for a wilderness experience.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
i would like to thank all the staff, they were so kind with us
perfect organization from the beginning until the end.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Eastern Sun is extremely professional and prompt. Excellent and educated guide, family friendly!
Eastern Sun was by far the most reposnsive safari company that I queried prior to making a decision. Thery were by far the most reposnsive. They continued to work with me through many iterations and changes based on what we wanted to see. Eastern Sun never pushed towards a particular accomodation and always provided the pros and cons with all options. There are so many options when building a safari itinerary and it is really about personal preference. Eastern Sun helped provide the level of detail we needed to build a perfect safari.
Unpon arriving to Tanzania the guide met us promptly and was extremely friendly. We had our 12 year old daughter. The sfari guide immediately bonded with our daughter to make her feel safe and get her really excited for the adventure. We had a pre safari briefing that allowed us the opportunity to plan our days and ask many questions. Eastern Sun did a great job building in safari driving, cultural excursions, and some flexible time to make changes on the go if requested.
Our guide was completely engaged throughout the 10 days. He had in depth knowledge of every park, animal, bird, culture, etc. The service and food were also wonderful. I cannot say enough about our wonderful guide and the experience. Eastern Sun management also met us at the end of our safari to make sure everything was performed to our expectations. They made sure we had all the documentation needed and saw us off to our return flights.
Eastern Sun did a wonderful job exceeding our high expectations!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding Safari Experience
What can I say? Shadows of Africa knocked it out of the ballpark. Even though I was booked into the "standard" package, most of the amenities and camps would fall into the luxury category IMHO. Our guide Timo really knew his stuff providing info such as life span, mating habits, predators, average height and weight and even unique anecdotes about everything from the smallest bird to biggest of the Big 5. He's a great animal spotter too -- there were times when we were scratching our heads thinking, "How did he manage to see THAT?"
Owner Natasha checked in daily via phone to make sure we were happy. Overall 10 out of 10. Would definitely book with them again.
BE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Fantastic journey-Serengeti Migration
A dream of me and my husband, both photo enthusiasts, was to go to Tanzania's Serengeti National Park, to experience the Serengeti migration and to make some good pictures.
We knew that over a million animals participate in the Serengeti Migration. So without experienced guides it would be rather impossible to cover it in 2 weeks time.
Ute Sonnenberg of Roho Ya Chui is such an experienced guide. With her help, tips and advice this adventure became an experience for life.
CM
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Absolute client oriented service!
We live in Africa and we know how logistics can be here. We know the quality of infrastructure. We know the surprises that may arise. We try to anticipate, sometimes in vain, the challenges.
But with Lucia and Simon, you do need to know and do all of that. You enjoy the ride because you know that you can trust them. They master last minute logistics related changes. They anticipate your needs. They taylor their approaches. They know the local challenges and constraints. They make you enjoy your trip.
I highly recommend them. I have travelled extensively and they are among the best TO staff I have met, including the drivers and staff
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Experiencing Africa with people who become your good friends!
We took our children ages 16,14,12 and 10 on safari to South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. We were recommended to ETA through friends who endorsed them in the most positive way. To have these endorsements actually be eclipsed would have seemed unlikely, but indeed was the case. Cheryl's planning and attention to detail made,what at first can seem to be an overwhelming proposition of planning a safari, into an exciting pleasure! The communication was flawless, timely and amazingly accurate!
The Tour itself completely outdid the perfect pre-safari experience! Sid met us in Zim, and we proceeded to bond from there. The interaction between Sid, the children and the parents was amazing. The care and instruction for the children was engaging and creative. His knowledge was incredible and his enthusiasm infectious. There were so many "special" touches it was difficult to keep track. From mokoro ride to walks, picnics to "sundowners", gorge swings to devils hole, the experiences were spectacular and perfect fits for our family!!
The camps we stayed in so far surpassed our expectations, there is little I could add to convey our satisfaction. Sid and Cheryl's knowledge of the camps and their relationships with the people at the camps assures an incredible stay at each location.
I enthusiastically recommend Exclusive Touch Africa to anyone considering a trip to Africa. I am constantly promoting the firm and the experience to my friends and anyone who asks about our amazing trip to Africa. Thank you Cheryl and Sid and everyone at ETA!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Going on a safari through Bubezi was one of the best experiences of my life; absolutely amazing.
In all honesty, everything was absolutely perfect and I would not have changed a thing about the entire experience. I would highly recommend if anyone has interest in going on a safari to book it with Bubezi Safaris.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Mindblowingly proffessional
I did many trips with Ian, when I was working for a South African Safari company, doing my trips through Zimbabwe and Ian was my contact and Guide in Matopas, Ian is so passionate about what he does, it rubs off on all his clients. I have never met sutch a fantastic and gripping story teller as Ian. I remember one time, on top of worlds view, he was relating the epic story of the Shagani patrol, he delivered this tale, with so mutch enthusiasm, that it had my clients and myself in tears, I can honestly say what ever Ian tells you, you will never forget. Ian's knowledge and passion for the fauna and flora where ever he takes you, is unbelievably interesting, just get him to talk about the Bushmen and you will see what I mean . When ever I got back to johannesburg and asked my clients the highlight of their 16 day safari, 90% of my clients admitted that it was meeting Ian and the adventure, that he took them on. I no longer live in Africa, I am back home in my native England, but my memories of my trips with Ian will never be forgotten, I met many, many hundreds of guides in Africa in my time there, but I have to admit, to myself, that, Ian was my Favourite. My fellow guides and myself knew Ian as "Stretch" and look back on our adventures together as mindblowingly proffessional. You cannot do wrong, to let, Ian, the African Wanderer, take you on a trip of a lifetime