20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Botswana by James R Rye
Botswana is an excellent safari destination, there are easy safari's such as the one in Chobe where the roads are easily passable and the wildlife is plentiful. You can also do more challenging safaris such as the one in Makagadikgadi where there are fewer tourists and the roads are quite sandy. Botswana has a reputation for being expensive and whilst there are many luxury lodges, it is possible to do the holiday on a budget. Our biggest expenses were the flights and car hire.
NL
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The organisation, meeting at Kili airport, lodges and game drives was perfectly in order.
Our trip was based on our own wishes, but also on usefull advices from 'Intent on Safari'. The trip therefore came out very well balanced between drives, good food, sufficient rest and nice contacts with the local population.
While enjoying our game drives from Tarangire Safari Lodge, our driver/guide Joseph told us all about the wildlife on the way. As he was an intelligent chap, we were also able discuss with him in a positive way the various challenges facing the young nation Tanzania.
Tarangire Safari Lodge, right in the Natioinal Park, is a real top location with beautiful views friendly staff, excellent food and lots of animals around. Though not in high season we saw lions (and a kill), giraffes, impalas, waterbucks, the most colorful birds, lots of elephants on almost every possible location, etc, etc.
On the way back we stayed at Rivertrees lodge, close to Arusha and Kilimanjaro Airport, but at a very quiet bush location.
All in all a wonderful trip. Would do it again!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A personalized 'tailor made' safari
Based in DRCongo, I wanted to visit neighboring countries but did not have time to do all the research myself - I knew I wanted to go to Victoria Falls, and then on a safari. When I contacted Leslie, with these few details, she came back to me within 12 hrs, with a couple of options and clearly was able to understand what I wanted. She followed up closely and we were able to wrap up the trip quickly (it was rather short notice!). Leslie suggested Muchenje Lodge in Chobe, Botswana (had not thought about Bots in the first place). Although it was a bit beyond my budget in the first place, I followed her advice: going out of busy Kasane, and do not regret it for a second! It was a fabulous trip and I enjoyed every bit of it. It was all very different experiences, South Luangwa in Zambia, Chobe in Botswana and Vic falls ...quite unique - Seeing the falls at high water is fabulous.
The two parks were also different, Kafunta Lodge in South Luwangwa NP in Zambia, is lovely, a beautiful surrounding, with great, long game drives. The ones by night are also surprising (first time I got to do that). I was lucky to see leopards on each game drive! The night Hippo concerts are also unique.
Chobe is different: there are very large elephants groups. Muchenjee Lodge is really nice and friendly particularly with that large table. Both teams were really nice, and knowledgeable.
Zig Zag Lodge in Livingstone is definitely good value for money (probably the best), the team is also very helpful and keeps this easygoing feel. I did enjoy staying there and the freedom of planning my own programme there. Just like I enjoyed having everything organised in the lodges.
Leslie knows how to get around this part of the world and offers very good advice according to your wishes.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent service
We had a wonderful time while on Safari at the Masai Mara. Our pick up was on time and the driver was courteous and knowledgable. This was trip of a lifetime. Our heartfelt gratitude to Seven Wonders Safaris team who worked tirelessly to ensure our safari was the best possible Safari. They went out of their way to ensure we were happy. We will definitely use them again next year and highly recommend them to anyone looking to go on holiday.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The WOW factor...
Just returned from an amazing trip to northern Tanzania, organised by Amazing Tanzania, who, from the start, knew what we would like!
After a few e-mails the only thing that was needed was fine tuning!
The week of safari, on which we saw so many different species, and days at the coast were a dream.
Still don't want to wake up!
Photos, memories and stories make us ( a group of 8) realise what a great time we've all had.
The only thing Amazing Tanzania could not have taken care of, was the rains....it was because of these late rains this year that we could still see a big part of the migration.
The lodges were very good, their camp excellent...
All in all: WOW!
I need to do this again!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Experience of a lifetime - life changing
The service we experienced was professional, courteous and efficient. The wilderness guides who accompanied us on our six day hike through the Delta were extremely knowledgeable, hospitable and friendly, and unselfishly imparted their vast knowledge of the region, its people, animals and wilderness with us. They went out of their way to make our trip and journey through the wilderness as safe and comfortable as possible. Thank you all for an incredible six days - never to be forgotton.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
What a fabulous trip!!
My appreciation to Meru Mountain Treks and Safaris, they are real experienced and professional, we booked for the 5 days safari to several tour companies but Meru Mountain Treks and Safaris were the fast to respond and their information was precise. The trip was fabulous, we had a wonderful driver who was real experienced, the cook was also wonderful, we real enjoyed the trip.
An adventure!
As my first experience on a safari, I had an incredible experience! We slept in tents while on the tour which made for an exciting experience because we were so close to the wildlife! The tour guide was good. Although he didn't explain a lot of what we were seeing, he was always willing to answer any of our questions. We ate VERY well! The food was delicious everyday! I am still dreaming about those sweet fried bananas. I can say that the tour overall exceeded my expectations.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The Best Safari Yet!
Having been to Tanzania three times and on multiple safaris, Shadows of Africa provided the most personal, educational, and enjoyable safari yet! Richard was the name of the guide we had during safari and he was extremely knowledgeable about the animals and culture. Tim was another guide that worked with the group that went and he was just as delightful to be around! I cannot imagine having done safari with anyone else! I HIGHLY recommend them if you are looking for an educational, exciting, humorous, and memorable safari and time in the beautiful country of Tanzania!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience and even better customer service
We had an amazing time on our safari through Safari With Us. We had made some last-minute changes to our African journey, emailed Safari With Us and Andre was extremely helpful and responsive on making sure he got us booked and ready to go on a safari. We saw more animals than expected and felt that the guides and lodging staff were very helpful. Thanks Andre!