65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Mark Hathaway of Gondwana planned an excellent and seamless Botswana tour for us
Mark’s progression of our trip from Victoria Falls to Kasane to the Okavango Delta was well planned.
To some extent our venues were dictated by availability, and maybe we would have enjoyed alternate venues as much, but it worked out marvelously well. In retrospect, I would not want to have visited Victoria Falls without staying at the Victoria Falls Hotel. I enjoyed staying in that Edwardian colonial hotel almost as much as the Falls. Likewise, in Kasane, one day in the Garden Lodge, and two days at Pangolin was perfect, but I would not have wanted the full three days at either. And then to be at Rra Dinare with only a few other guests (between 2 and 4 depending), basically alone in the concession, was wonderful, especially following the busier Chobe National Park.
The arrangements were virtually seamless. Flame of Africa was always prompt. All the transfers worked without a hitch or worry on our part and we were able to participate in both morning and afternoon events at each venue. We appreciated Rodney of Gondwana meeting us at Maun on our return. Our private (there were three of us) helicopter flight over Victoria Falls was great, as were our private game drives in the Okavango Delta, and our bush plane flight out of hte Delta.
Mark’s advance information was complete and very helpful. Even though the Visa process at the Victoria Falls airport is very poorly organized, the Flame of Africa driver waited for us without complaint. The Pangolin Lodge was a photographic safari for everybody. I wasn’t sure it would be my cup of tea, but it was great and improved the rest of the Botswana game experience. Despite all of the above, Gondwana's price was very reasonable in comparison to others.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful experience in Tarangire with a friendly and knowledgeable guide
I had a few extra days in Arusha after some work finished early and planned a last minute trip with Bestday Safari to Tarangire park. The entire experience as excellent and they took care of everything, including lunch. I'm so glad I went with Bestday - the guide, Goodluck, was perfect for the trip. Because I was going alone, I thought it might be awkward with just me and the driver, but Goodluck was friendly and warm and helped me practice my Swahili all day. In the park itself, Goodluck was informed about the animals and shared lots of interesting facts about them. He also was great at communicating with other drivers about different animals spottings. Because of this, I got to see a cheetah with its cub, and even see it take off after an impala, elephants just meters away from the truck, and two different groups of lions. Goodluck lived to his name and provided a memorable trip to Tarangire.
Overall, I thought the trip was well priced ($330 total) for a last minute individual trip, the truck was in great condition, and the guide was great.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lion King Adventures, truely an exciting adventure. Very professioanl, well organized and flexable.
This was an outstanding experience from beginning to end. Our tour guide was outstanding, knowledgeable and flexible. He adjusted our daily outings to meet our needs and put best chance on our side. The choice of lodging during our Safari was very comfortable and unique providing for a memorable experience. Our once in a lifetime trip was great value for our dollar and more than I expected.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Simply the best!
I got so lucky choosing Serengeti Wakanda Safaris of the so many on offer. Everything you could need and more was taken care of, the owner Bartho can’t do enough to make sure you have the best time. Also his quick responses to soo many emails and questions was amazing. Then there was our driver/guide Mudy who thought of everything to ensure our comfort and nothing was a worry for him. Add to that his knowledge of the incredible wildlife and where to find them this experiences was the BEST! We saw everything I hoped to see and more. If you have a choice of safaris you won’t go wrong with Serengeti Wakanda Safaris
IL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The service of people and the caring, through the way. Was stuning. For me and my kids
Tanzania is has big land. You pland the best trip, with a convenient schedule
We went to Ngorongoro for safari (best experience ever), lake eyasi with local tribes which my kids loved the experience so much, and also lake maniara (also amazing)
We had a great time stoping through market's, trying local food, we felt happy and safe with (godfery) our guide.
He was the best guide/driver, so kind and polite, good English and we loved him.
The lodges and hotel they choose were also in beautiful spots and had good service.
The trip was pland exactly as we wanted.
We thank tou
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Top organisation!
In September we enjoyed a self-drive holiday in South Africa for the second time, again arranged by tailor-made Safaris
And as far as we are concerned, we will be joining this fine travel organisation again next time Everything is well organised, your wishes are listened to well and no effort is too much
The communication is clear and honest, answers to your questions never take long
You can always go to them with your questions, wishes or problems, both before and during your journey you can get personal assistance
We advise everyone to have Tailor Made Safaris arrange the journey for you
TOP organisation!
With special thanks to Angela for all her good care.
EE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An awesome experience!
The safari to Masai Mara was awesome thanks to our driver Aroni!
EE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent insights, wise person - Aroni
Very good communication, the car broke but the driver was good to fix it fast
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Rwanda Safari
I booked a trip in Rwanda with New Horizons. Being a 9 days Journey, I could not imagine on how it could be as it was my first safari in Africa. Emmanuel turned awesome with incredible services and care. I was taken at all corners of the country in a fantastic jeep and enjoyed cultural, historical, community, hiking/trekking, boating, night life experiences. Have indeed enjoyed travelling with a local guide Emma, highly recommended for Rwanda trips.
CO
Ker & Downey Africa are over the top of my traveling experiences.
First Thank you to Emma Perrin which was perfect and super patience with me and my hundreds of questions. She always respond and help us planning our Safari in a perfect way. She designed every single detail and beyond of our safari experience.
Emma help me to design a complex safari trip with many flights, road trips and safari timings so we do not missed any second and with Ker & Downey Africa works like a Swiss clock. One day we had a safari drive in the morning in one lodge but at the afternoon drive we had to be in a different one and we did it, was perfect, we do not want to loose any chance to get amazing photographs from our trip.
As photographers timing is everything, with Emma and Ker & Downey Africa we did not get blurred at any second.
I asked to Emma for one specific lodge and she booked that one for us, plus she select 2 others which make our experience perfect because every single place was so different from the others, and for a photographer that was a plus because I got a chance to photograph animals in different conditions.
I live in the other side of the world, so communication was complicated, but Emma was always helping me with my questions and comments so she return my e-mails with the perfect plan.
English is not our native language so she also was patience with me in this aspect, We are so grateful to Emma and Ker & Downey Africa for our perfect safari trip.
We return home with so many amazing stories about, hyenas, cheetahs, elephants, lodges, people, food, flights, etc... and all of them are positive.
I think there is no way go wrong with Ker & Downey Africa, to book online you always get suspected but at the end I am so happy that we did everything with them and we had no bad experiences. It is sad for me to read reviews of other travelers that go to Africa and after all that time and money they return home with bitter things of they experience. As I said... you can't go wrong with Emma and K&D Africa.
