65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
We'll be back!
As a 60+ year old woman this was something of a challenge for me - not so my husband who was literally the driving force! But I need not have concerned myself. Along with answering our numerous questions prior to arrival, Debs was there to see us before and after the trip and we couldn't have been more delighted with the way our safari unfolded. Jan & Amanda were absolutely top notch and went out of their way to ensure we had a truly fantastic trip. We felt we experienced the real Africa - the people, the places and the memorable animal encounters.
Highly recommend Africa Expedition Support for its personal touch and its professionalism which gave us the freedom and security to fully enjoy a true African adventure.
HK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Authentic and private safari experience - definately value for money!
Initial communication with the company was very good, but they could have been better at advising on where to go in the park, and what each area could offer. The planning of the trip could have been better in order to minimize unnecessary transport and aim at staying at more attractive locations. Camps get unavailable quickly so book in good time. However, the guide was very experienced and knowledgeable and went the extra mile to give us a good experience. All in all a very memorable experience, where we saw a vast selection of animals and got even closer to them than expected. A very good company if you are looking for private safari.
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful time in Zimbabwe
I spent 8 days with Natureways in July: First 4 Days on the Zambezi (Tamarind Canoe Safari) and then 4 Days in Mana Pools. Everything was organized perfectly by Natureways – pre- and during the trip. Our guides on the canoe safari (Julius and Kambel) were very skilled and our safety was their priority. It was a wonderful and fun experience. Mana Pools was one of my highlights of the whole vacation. The camp was set up at a stunning spot! The team on site was professional, friendly and a pleasure to be around; I especially appreciated the kitchen crew – they made the most delicious meals for us (on fire)! We spotted amazing wildlife on the walking safaris thanks to our guide James Varden; I was particularly impressed by his knowledge and respect for nature.
CR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An experience to remember
From the first moment we contacted Africa Flash McTours & Travel the attention was great; Peter was very nice and always answered our questions and made the booking process really easy for us; facilitating better camps as per our request. As we arrived in Nairobi everything went smoothly; and Cyrus our driver was on time the next day to take us to Mara. We spent the most exhilarating 10 days of our lives, visited Mara, Naivasha, Nakuru, Amboseli and a great small camp in Tsavo East! Some errors in booking and payments were made; as well as itinerary issues but aside from that; the experience with Africa Flash McTours & Travel was a great one
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our Safari with Armadillo Overland Safaris was far above my wildest expectations!
Everything about our safari was perfect. When Chris picked us up in Johannesburg in "Truck Norris", we weren't sure what we were in for. It soon became apparent that Chris had designed and built a very comfortable and unique Safari vehicle. Once we arrived in Kruger Park the amazing features of the truck really stood out. We were able to move around to different seats and viewing positions in order to see and photograph the animals we began to see. (Becasuse Truck Norris is such a tall vehicle, we were able to see over other vehicles and we had a much better chance of finding animals in the distance!) Chris is an excellent and very well informed guide and he took us to areas where we were able to see hundreds of wild animals We saw all of the big five including dozens of lions, and elephants. Chris even woke us up to witness 3 lions taking down a buffalo, just outside our camping compound ar 1am. Speaking of Camping, we were very comfortably housed in tents and incredibly well fed over the 5 days Even the weather was great. If I ever get a chance to go back to South Africa for another safari, I would definitely choose Armadillo Overland Safaris. It was one of tghe best weeks of my life!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Affordable, flexible and really friendly
We did our 4 days lodge safari with Patrick the guide. Organising and fine-tuning it was really easy, with Romeo most accommodating to our itinerary (we were picked up and dropped off in Nairobi, with private transfer to and from Arusha organised by Romeo). Communication via email was good, with response coming from Romeo very fast. Patrick is very friendly, helpful, knows a lot about wildlife, where and what to look for. Managed to see big 5. I have no hesitation to recommend Safari Multiways if one wants to do safari in Tanzania. Hope we can find some time to do it again with them.
CA
Great service
We actually never ended up booking our trip due to my unexpected pregnancy. However, I decided to leave a review as I was very impressed by the service. Chris was so prompt on his response, very knowledgeable on the areas in Africa/ the hotels and very patient with tons of questions we had. However, what stood out the most for me was his honesty and integrity. He never promised or committed himself to what he could not deliver yet did his best to accommodate our needs ad interest. That was unfortunate that we had to cancel our trip.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
I cannot imagine a better approach nor better people with whom to do a safari--absolutely wonderful
The safari, if anything, exceeded my expectations. From the beginning I felt like we were a team-- me, my traveling companion, Lillian and Ken in planning the journey, and me and my friend and Sammy the chief guide and Baraka the driver, as we visited all of the people and animals we had wanted to see. I deeply appreciate the understanding of all of Zohar staff about the cultures and ecology of the region, their commitment to cultural tourism that gives back and contributes to the economic well-being of tribal people. Sammy the chief guide is superb as a companion and as a teacher/guide--he knows so much about the animals, their environment and behavior. It was like taking a course--only a lot more fun! Every day a field trip! And the cultural visits were moving, personal and natural, and I felt as though I were contributing as well as learning about how those we visited live. I also appreciated Zohar staff interest in and enthusiasm for helping us identify effective NGO's working on land rights and health with some of these communities. In short--I feel as though I did more than touch the surface of this fascinating, beautiful region of Tanzania. I felt really connected. This isn't even to mention the lions, the elephants. . .
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Namibia is Amazing!
Namibia - is an incredible country with wonderful wildlife viewing as well as really great people! loads of wildlife - from predators to plains game - we saw it all!!!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great trip organization
Together with 20 friends, we booked a 2-week trip through Tomodachi which included hiking Kilimanjaro, a Safari through Ngorongoro and Serengeti, as well as a 3-day stay in Zanzibar. Overall, everyone in our group was highly satisfied with the services offered by Tomodachi. Especially our tour guides for the hike up Kilimanjaro were extremely fantastic people whose sole goal it was to help us succeed. Thanks for an amazing trip and great memories!