35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Afromaxx gave us Such a Wonderful Experience
I am writing On behalf of the entire group. We will recommend your company to our friends and families. We enjoyed almost everything the experience was beyond our expectation and we must say thank you for organizing such a wonderful Safari to Serengeti after our 8 days Kilimanjaro trekking. The trip to Zanzibar was of relaxing and we shall comeback with more friends to enjoy the white sand beaches and the stone-town and of-course the spices. We send our thoughtful thanks to all the office staff, the guides, cooks porters and everyone who made our trip to be successful and unforgettable. The accommodation perfect and food was delicious. Friendly and very helpful team. The safari vehicles are excellent and very comfortable seats. The driver guides have good knowledge of the wildlife and the environment. Thank you for taking us maasai boma and the olduvai gorge. We thank you very much and promise we will come back to Tanzania.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best way to explore Rwanda
We used Hermosa Life Tours and Travel for three trips now, well planned organized Oreste is able to provide excellent advice, good rates and discount and experienced tour guide who understand the wild and the country.
We highly recommend the company!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An amazing bbnplace to Visit
We just got back from a safari in Uganda a family with 3 children aged 9,13 and 16 our guide was brilliant in all aspects we could have asked. To begin with,he was very knowledgable. He was nice,kind and knew how to approach all of us, and each of us, including kids. Thanks to him, and his experience, we had the chance to see not only the animals, but also some rare scenes such as hunting. All the administration went perfect, the car, the lodges and the food. Thank you Yaneta Safaris and the wonderful Team we hope to get back to Uganda and to you soon
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Guide *Extraordinaire* in the wildest place on Earth.
I've been on two safaris with Michael Massonda, the first, several years ago by myself, and the second, earlier this month with my family. I would not have brought my wife and our 11 and 8 year old children along for my second safari, if I didn't trust Michael to take care of us. And he did. Michael and the Cape Dog Safaris team delivered the greatest outdoor adventure we will ever have the opportunity to experience, at least until we return.
Michael is a wildlife expert. His vast knowledge of fauna and flora, of geologic history, and the contemporary challenges to the wildlife in East Africa, transforms your trip from a typical spot-the-animal safari, to a life-changing educational journey. From the tectonic forces that created the Great Rift Valley millions of years ago, to the volcanic soils sustaining the vast fields of Serengeti grasses, Michael will help you understand why the animals you see do what they do, live where they do, and how they're distinct from other species in Africa.
But Michael is also a true professional, having guided people from all over the world, for many years. For the most part, he allows nature to do the talking. He gives you your time, to take it all in. He comments only to teach you about what you are seeing--in a well-timed, easy to understand, and often humorous way. Want to know more? Just ask. Michael will know. Want to rest, or spend the afternoon in camp? Just say so. Michael respects that you've travelled a great distance, and appreciates that the accommodations Cape Dog arranges are among the finest luxury camps in Africa. It's easy-going.
For Westerners, planning a safari and travelling to Africa can be daunting. Michael and the Cape Dog Safaris team are trustworthy and exceptionally reliable. If your flight is delayed, they wait at the airport for you. If you've forgotten something, they retrieve it or arrange the replacement for you. If you have a request of the lodge, they will speak on your behalf and manage it for you.
My family will return to Africa one day, and when we do, we will book with Michael and Cape Dog Safaris. It's hard for us to imagine a better safari guide service in the business.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular Cape Town, Safari, Vicotria Falls Trip
I researched a number of travel companies -- including several from this site -- and settled on Pembury for their price, reviews, and responsiveness. Laurette organized an exceptional trip for us: we loved all our accommodations -- had the luxury African feel we were hoping for. In Cape Town, we stayed at the Victoria & Alfred hotel: great location and wonderful restaurants close by. We had the same private guide from airport pick up, three days of tours, and airport drop off, which was perfect.
Our Safari was at Arathusa Safari Lodge in Sabi Sands. Such an amazing experience -- my friends who've been on safari were surprised by how close we were to all the animals (elephants drinking from our private splash pool at our room, lions and leopards literally walking around and underneath our jeep). And Elephant Camp in Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls) was a dream -- wish we'd spent more time there! After seeing all my pics and videos on Facebook, several friends have already asked me to send my itinerary and travel planner info to them.
I've travelled extensively, 45-50 countries, and generally make all my arrangements myself. But since I've never done a safari and wasn't familiar with these countries, I went through a travel agency and am very glad I did. I always felt safe and all the details were handled. But even now, I would not tackle this on my own; a travel agency is a must -- there's just too many details/transfers and such to safely tackle on your own.
This was an unforgettable experience, and our group was delighted with Pembury, and Laurette!
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Luxurious Safari and Beach Honeymoon
My wife and I just came back from our honeymoon, consisting of 2 nights in a Rhino conservancy in Lewa followed by 3 nights in the Masai Mara before finishing on the white sandy beache of a private island in Zanzibar. You know when some people just know what you want and you don’t need to explain much, that’s the special treatment we got with the Luxury Safari Company. Everything was planned to the smallest detail and went on smoothly, no stress at all, we didn’t even feel things were planned in advance. Top notch luxury in terms of food, treats, service, accomodation, transportation.....and all without show off, truly unforgettabe experience....!
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Four day safari to Samburu reserve
Service and logistics were excellent throughout, from the initial propositions and subsequent booking, to the airport pick-up, and the wonderful visit to Samburu.
Our driver/guide was knowledgable, excellent company, and always prepared to go the last mile to enhance our experience in the reserve.
Heartfelt thanks to the team at Flight and Safaris!
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best of Kenya
Jake and Ben made our trip amazing!
We got more then we asked for. The safari's were fantastic.
Every hotel was clean, had great food and beautiful scenery.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We enjoyed our safari a lot - a diverse experience of both Mikumi NP and Udzungwa Mountains NP
Overall, we were quite pleased with the safari. We were worried that we might not see many animals in the southern parks, but we saw everything we had hoped to - lions, giraffes, zebras, cape buffalo, and more. In the mountains, we even spotted an endemic monkey, which was pretty cool (the waterfalls were also incredible to see).
One drawback to this tour (Mikum, Udzungwa Mountains, & the Kilombero River) is that there was a LOT of driving. It was interesting to see an authentic taste of rural Tanzania, but the organization of the trip meant that all of our last day was spent on the road. The first lodge we stayed at was really lovely; the second was not so great (the same was true for the food). The canoeing portion of the trip was a bit disappointing because it was so short. However, none of these things detracted very much from a very enjoyable experience. Our guide Roman was very friendly and very helpful and the customer service before and after the trip was excellent. If you're looking for a good tour of the southern circuit, this is a great choice.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding!
Abraham was such a great guide. He went above and beyond for my parents. My mother has arthritis and was having trouble getting in and out of the truck. Abraham had a step-stool commissioned for her so it would be easier. He was very patient with my parents in general. He was also an excellent driver, trying his best to mitigate the bumpy ride.
The tour itself was great. We went to Selous, Ruaha, and Mikumi. We were able to get very close to most of the animals in Selous, saw many giraffes in Ruaha, and spent a wonderful sunset with the hippos in Mikumi. The accommodations worked well for us. Although the food portions were at times way too much.
Overall, it was a great trip. Couldn't have asked for nicer weather or more gracious hosts or a better driver.