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The Beauty and Splendor of Lake Nakuru Safari
This was my 4th trip to Africa and my first time to Rhinos live in their natural habitat! Wow! We saw so many species of birds, especially near and around Lake Nakuru. One of the ladies on the safari with me spotted something in the tall grass as we were driving so our driver stopped our vehicle, and out from the grass emerged a mama lioness and two of her cubs! This was also the first time to see a leopard in natural habitat! The giraffes and zebras always put a big smile on our faces! The curled horns of the Cape Buffalo and their curious sounds peaked our interest as we observed them. The ladies and I were also captivated by the beautiful plant-life all along the roadways as we drove on further and further into the preserve. The weather was wonderful - cool in the morning and warm in the afternoon. Our driver/guide made sure we stayed hydrated by providing us with bottled water! GoFan Safaris is the way to go to see Africa!
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Moremi Game Reserve by Anne M.
We stayed in tented "camps" that were more like 4 and 5 star hotels! The food and accommodations were first rate. The wildlife was nearby - I mean really CLOSE. Elephants would suddenly pop out of the bush. We were also fortunate enough to see a leopard hunting and lions mating. The roads are rough, so be prepared for some long, hot days in a safari vehicle. But, remember that there will be a lovely glass of South African wine and a spectacular sunset at the end of the road!
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Chobe National Park by Anne M.
I particularly enjoyed our days on the Chobe River (I like being on the water). There are all kinds of animals and birds all along the river. This area is a little more touristy than the Delta, but it's so gorgeous. The accommodations here are a little more upscale but only because it attracts more visitors (probably because it's nearer several international airports).
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful and exciting destination!
The Delta is a photographer's dream come true. The wildlife (elephants, hippos, crocodiles, etc) and birds are abundant and accessible. The guides were respectful of the wildlife and tried not to disturb them. All of our guides were knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna. The first part of November was an excellent time to visit. The crowds have died down and the rains haven't really started yet (although it was HOT). Our small group of 9 stayed on a houseboat. The food was good; the houseboat was in need of a good scrubbing, but it was easy to overlook its shortcomings with the beauty surrounding us. Elephants walking through the grass at sunrise while hippos swam by in the river. We spent hours in a small boat in the Delta, weaving in and out of the inlets, spotting birds. We saw crocodiles eating a buffalo! Sunsets were simply stunning.
main camps ok nothing to write home about. Avoid Matombe at all costs!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hardly any wildlife, mainly elephants, eland, Impala, zebra, giraffe etc
In our 3 nights we never saw ANY predators. I will skip this in future, totally not worth it! Weather good, roads wet and muddy, we got stuck 3 times in mud during drives.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Botswana by Anne M.
I loved Botswana, but this was my first safari, so I can't compare it to anything (however, I am planning to return to Botswana). The people are warm and welcoming; it's still wild and beautiful, unspoiled by billboards and commercialization. There is a variety of landscapes and scenery - from the hot dry desert to the cooler Delta.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our 3th en best trip so far with Tailor made safari's
We did a selfdrive safari trip for the 3th time with Tailor Made Safaris’s
We started out trip in trip in black rhino lodge in Pilanesberg. This a ideal place to start because it’s only 3 hours drive from JNB. This lodge was great, the food was amazing. In the morning a long game drive to the public part of Pilanesberg. And in the afternoon a shorter drive in the private area. We were witness of a lion kill of a zebra!!!
Then we went to Kololo game reserve. The nice thing here is that you can mountain bike or walk between the giraffe zebra ect. A realy nice experience. We also went on a full day game drive in Welgevonden, especially the scenery is beautiful
After kololo we went tot leshiba venda village lodge, its a very special lodge, very beautiful. The staff is really nice. Game drives are mediocre because of limit amount of wildlife. Here you go more for the nice accommodation and view than safari.
Then we went to Kruger staying in various lodges, kruger was great we saw a lot of wildlife including leopard and lions. It was a nice change to go from (All in lodges) to BBQ ourselves. We did a game walk out of Sefapane in kruger, What is a real recommendation, the guides were realy nice an we saw a lot of game, leopard, hyena warthog.
After Kruger we went to Umkumbe safari lodge. The game drives here a good because they are allowed to go off road, and try to bring you really close. The houses you stay are very luxurious.
Last we we stayed at the Rissington inn in hazyview. To explore the panorama route. The rissington inn is very nice place to relax if you have bin on safari for 3 weeks. And the food is excellent.
Tailor made safari’s, made a perfect trip for us again !!! The communication was excellent and they did a great job of customizing a trip for us.
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We had a great time on the Safari. We saw 4 of the big 5 many times just missed the Rhino
In addition to the great Safari our trip to Zanzibar was romantic and relaxing . The arrangement for airport transfers as well as managing our luggage ... the office extended themselves particularly regarding our travel as we were going to other countries. They kept the luggage while we were on Safari and arranged to have it available when we left the country.
We were able to take tons of pictures of wild life and the beautiful landscape.
We realize we only saw part of Serengeti and hope to come back to complete this park and other parks in Tanzania.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect organize holiday!
We had an excellent organized trip by Tailor Made Safaris. From the moment we went into the plane our holiday and relaxing started. TMS did arranged everything perfect for us. So we did not have to do something ourselves and could spend our whole holiday relaxing and enjoying the prefect accomodations and safari tour. The next time when we go to Africa we certainetly will book our trip at TMS again!!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing gorilla tracking in Rwanda
We had an amazing experience with the gorilla tracking! Our driver was very nice, polite and helpful. Also, he drove very safely. The gorilla tracking was lovely and the guides/guards as well. In summary: we loved the trip.