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A magical experience in African savana!
We spent two marvellous days in a natural paradise among wild animals. Our driver Ashadu was wonderful : drove carefully, thoughtful and very patient with us, a very good teacher about the savannah and its inhabitants...The Mihingo lodge was absolutely wonderfull as well (rooms on stilts on top of a wooden hill, excellent food, swiming pool with an incredible view on a waterhole where many animals come to drink, very nice staff)
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredidable Short Safari Getaway
Our 3 Day Etosha Safari was a great look at the Namibian wildlife, the service was excellent the accommodation surpassed our expectations we will definitely book a longer trip with Golden Dune Travel in the near future
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A truly great experience
Golden Dune Travel made our Safari trip with the Family an unforgettable experience, at an affordable rate we could visit many of the different popular locations in Namibia, the tour operators made us feel very welcome and safe, the accommodation and food on the trip was great, Thank you for the great experience Golden Dune
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Comfortable and pleasant
Very comfortable rooms with good river view. Tasty well prepared meals, and all staff quick and friendly. A real "see me again" experience
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
I felt so welcome by the friendly staff, great food, I specifically enjoyed the game drives.
I had no problems, they were punctual and the whole experience was more than I expected.
BR
awesome 6 days 5 nights safari in Kenya
It was our first safari in Africa and John the organizer made sure all is in order as from the first date till we completed our safari. Every step of it he would confirm how we are. Their services are top notch and can't compare with others. Hotels, drivers and guides, were all professional. Our safari started from Samburu to Mara and still I miss Kenya.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kruger - a remarkable and life-changing place on this earth
We stayed at Lion Sands Resort, which shares borders with Kruger National Park: same wildlife, closer views, fewer potential interruptions via too many people on the dirt roads at once. Our guides made sure that we were always the only range rover on a particular unpaved track and this fostered a very intimate vision of the beauty of Africa...almost a dream.
Our guides were extremely knowledgable about this wonderful place and creatures and took great care in moving about quietly. They really knew where to look for amazing animal sightings including gazelles, elephants, lion prides, giraffes, hippos, Cape buffalo, all manner of incredible birds and on and on.
One of the most rare sighting was of a female leopard and her two young kits; watching her pad down a dry wadi and call her kits in a strange feline cry was amazing...they will only emerge from their hiding spot when they hear their mother's specific voice and sure enough, they bounded out and we watched for quite some time as they rebounded and moved on to the local watering hole.
Venturing out three times a day - for about 2.5 hours each trek - ensured that we would see the beauty of the land and it's inhabitants in a realistic variety of ways, not just a standard zoo-like single and contrived view (we actually visited a "game reserve" on the south eastern coast of Africa a week or so later and it is unworthy of camparison (we are mad for wildlife so we did this day trip too; 'recommended only for those who can't make it for a full safari or just passing through - otherwise, no thanks, we were irrevocably spoiled by Kruger!
The scenery is a mix of plains, jungle, rivers...all of the things you may have dreamed about Africa. Our accommodations were quite comfortable with all amenities, located on the edge of a river so we could view various creatures making there way to the river's edge to eat, drink and bathe.
The cuisine was quite good - getting a lot of face-time with the real Africa takes some energy and after three jaunts, you really enjoy a nice meal and a good glass of wine. Lion Sands is absolutely superb in this manner of hospitality - it's a mannered, hospitable place and very relaxing - highly recommended.
Seeing something so rare like Kruger - this beautiful and remarkable place - is life-changing and this is a feeling we will always carry in our hearts and minds. We wish the same for you in your safari. Jambo!
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about South Africa by Timothy Hastings
We traveled across South Africa - from the northern border/Kruger, down through Johannesburg, on to Capetown, Port Elizabeth and finally Durban. It is a huge swath of land, people, life and sights that will intrigue and please even the most traveled persons.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Short Safari to Masai Mara
The trip was amazing and Nakupendakenya Safaris and Tours met and exceeded my expectations considering I decided and confirmed this trip just two days before my projected travel dates.
Day 1: Everything was as promised, there was a guide (Richard) waiting to collect me at the airport. We drove from Nairobi to Masai Mara. Richard was very good, providing a lot information about the country, people, stopping at good cafes, making sure I got good photos, etc.
When we reached the reserve Richard was very good at making sure there where good viewing and photo opportunities during the game drive to the lodge. Saw lions (on a kill), zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, elephant and more.
Day 2: All day game drive, from the lodge (Neekorok) to the Mara river and back. Considering this is the quiet time before the annual migration and animals are spread out Richard was great in making sure that I saw everything I possibly could.
Day 3: Morning (9am) flight back to Nairobi. Short drive around before flight and again plenty of animals seen.
In summary I had a great experience and got good value for money considering the short notice I gave for arranging the trip.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Execution of Our Dream Vacation!
We found Pembury Tours based on Internet recommendations and we are so glad we did! It is nerve-racking to plan a trip half-way around the world with people & suppliers that don't carry brand name recognition, but Tammy Harding, our Pembury Travel Consultant, walked every step with us during trip planning and throughout our vacation. From the start, her can-do attitude, quick responses, and thorough explanations made us feel at ease and quite pleased with our decision. Tammy provided thoughtful suggestions for our requested itinerary changes, booked us in wonderful accommodations, and set up great tours, especially the safari at the Sabi Sands resort Inyati. The entire vacation went off without a hitch, except for when South African Airlines experienced a delayed flight, which caused us to have to re-book a segment on British Airways, who ended up losing our luggage for 30 hours. Even then, though having nothing to do with this mishap, I reached out to Tammy who made phone calls on our behalf, and stayed on top of the situation until our luggage was delivered. Not only will Tammy be our go-to girl for future African travel, but I will highly recommend her and Pembury Tours to anyone interested in an African vacation. Well done!!