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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Pembury Tours! Pride of the Industry
Pembury tours, what a great name in the industry. Well it was kind of a last minute decision to visit South Africa in Aug 2016. One fine morning in the month of June 2016 my son came to me and said, "let us go to Cape Town for our summer vacation Dad". Not knowing what I was about to face, I went to work on the web instantly. I picked places to visit and sent out requests to few agencies with dates in August. I kept getting rejections from several agencies due to non-availability because of the start of peak season as those game drive lodges get booked year in advance. Needless to say I was getting a little depressed and worried as to not be able to fulfill my son's request.
On a particular morning, sipping my cup of coffee, I opened my computer expecting more rejections. As I was sifting through my emails, I came across this particular email, signed Heidi Bedford, Travel Consultant, Pembury Tours with a PDF attachment. With certain amount of reluctance and anxiety, I double clicked on that PDF file. It immediately blossomed into a colorful itinerary with meticulous construction of our entire trip with exact dates, hotels, guided tours, local transfers with photos etc. I was in a pleasant shock and felt a mountain being lifted off my shoulder instantly. After certain minor adjustments, I confirmed my trip with payment.
When I informed my parents in India about our trip, they too got interested and expressed their wish to join us on the tour! Of course, I called Heidi to delegate this new challenge. Heidi didn't seem to be bothered, took my parents names, anticipated dates, etc., and told me that she would get back to me in a couple of days. As promised, I got another email with a whole new colorful itinerary for my parents coordinating theirs with ours. Every time I called them, Anya always answered the phone on the first ring. What a treat!
To make things more challenging, my Dad's luggage did not arrive at Johannesburg from India. We were at Victoria Falls and not knowing what to do, I informed Heidi regarding the situation. Of course she replied with her pleasant South African slang, "no worries and cheers". Next afternoon, we joined with our parents at Nelspruit as per our itinerary and proceeded to Bohm’s Zeederberg Country Lodge for the night stay. The owner and her son were extremely kind and helpful. The dining experience with a private butler was mind-blowing. That night, Pambury's team went out of their way to surprise my son of his 18th birthday with a great tasting chocolate birthday cake and a card signed by the entire team.
As promised my Dad’s luggage was delivered on the following day that put a smile on his face. Our entire trip was very well organized. Everyone was very kind and accommodative and everyplace we stayed provided us great hospitality. Transfers were very smooth and timely. We could see the passion and dedication on our tour guides and drivers. The most experienced safari drivers and the trackers made our game drive safe and unforgettable. Campfire dinner under the starts of southern hemisphere and the Milky Way was a special treat.
As we know, "People make the country and employees make the company". We experienced both at first hand. Our South Africa trip was made memorable not simply what the great land had offered, but most importantly people at Pembury Tours and their associates made our trip very special. I recommend Pembury tours to everyone in full confidence with great pleasure.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Bushtop kenya safaris craetes teh need to go for a safari in kenya
we talk about safaris however we didn't try it with Bushtop Kenya Safaris, The amazing services the entire team is offering is beyond description creating the a tremendous first to the last impression which leaves a word of wow! and wow! among their clients. Well planned pick up point from the Airport with Dennis made a purpose of the booking with Bushtop kanya Safaris which keeps time and its available when needed.
Thank you big time for the offer of your unique, exclusive, luxury travel in Kenya to the most spectacular destinations in the within the country (Maasai mara being the unforgettable site). The creative approach to my team, the focus on their wellbeing safe travel on your transportation well maintained tour busses with well product knowledge drivers made a lot in our tour. The performance schedule in Maasai Mara with generous inclusion of superb cuisines, and not forgetting the compassion and expertise of our Tour Employers made you the distinctive alternative for luxury travel.
Thanks a lot for all you provided and to crown it all see you definitely next year with my extended group planned to travel.
CH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trekking to Mt. Meru 4 days and 3 nights
We were very happy about the lovely crew and the excellent organisation. All was perfect. We will come again for other trekkings in Tanzania! Last but not least, all of us four climed the summit to Mt. Meru and little Meru, a great challenge and sucess. Thanks to Florence and the hole crew, subi, subi, subi :)
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
An outstanding experience. More than we anticipated and exceeded our expectations.
Everything was excellent. Everyone went out of their way to make sure we were happy. The guide (Dennis) and staff went above and beyond the normal requirements. Dennis was able to spot wildlife before any other guides. He made the trip most enjoyable. We saw the Big Five!
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
10 Days Memorable Jungle Honeymoon Safaris
Our extraordinary honeymoon trip with our ecstatic guide Axel, kicked off with cutting a cake, very emotional yet, beautiful, my heart was already touched by the hospitality in Uganda; my wife on the other hand could not hold back but tired with joy.
Axel met us at our Hotel in Serena, journeyed to Murchison Falls national park, our accommodation Paraa Safari Luxury Lodge; comfortable with the best facilities. The morning game drive was a reward we were able to see the cheetahs, the ‘big five’ under the beautiful friendly morning sun. The evening boat cruise to the bottom of the great clouds of spray splash rainbows across the sky that makes magnificent viewing, as we watched the animals come to water. The top of the falls was such a breath taking experience, watching the water literary splash on us- very romantic view.
Kibale Forest National Park via Fort Portal, Ndali Safari Lodge; early morning went for chimp tracking, see various primates in the natural jungle. We had a cozy walk with my darling in Bigodi swamps where we saw rare birds. Queen Elizabeth national park, wow the concentration of wildlife coupled with the beauty of Mweya peninsula just fitting to our honeymoon… Praise God for what the nature here offers. The Mweya Safari Lodge with its facilities that include executive suites and a magnificent swimming pool make the hotel a target of honeymoon, evening game drive; the launch cruise on Kazinga Channel: rewarding. In the morning as we were leaving the park there was the spectacular site of the tree climbing lions resting on the trees.
The other activity that blew our minds was tracking which brought face to face with the gentle giant – the gorilla (Our friendly and knowledge guide told us it’s locally called so here) in Bwindi Forest National Gorilla Park- tremendously delightful!, our accommodation was in Gorilla Forest Resort Camp. Visit to the Batwa – the pygmy’s community’s walk; my mate encouraged me to get involved in the cultural dance, listening to their history and livelihood experiences. Axel our experienced guide drove us back to Kampala, leisurely, carrying the amazing imprint of the of the true jungle honey moon.
Charis Uganda Safaris is certainly that company that can make ones honeymoon or any other safaris that will leave memorable stories - thank you very much; we would recommend this company over and over.
CN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls
I really loved this safari with Fleet Foot and we made good friends with Hennie, our guide. From the meeting at the airport to the end of the tour, everything was so wonderful. I enjoyed the food on the fire, the wild animals (so close to our camp area, it was very exciting), the open vehicles on the game drives, boat cruise on the Delta and the mokoros, walking in the wild together with a guide, visiting the Victoria Falls and all the unique experiences. The was never a moment to relax as we wanted to enjoy everything! After returning home, we already decided to go again. Now I am planning the next trip with them to go to Kilimanjaro.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent prices & friendly customizable service!
Thank you OpentourAfrica for the lovely vacation & friendly service!
Planning & touring in Southern Africa used to be a daunting task for me & my relatives in Asia, due to many aspects like communications, dietary, the need to customize & other differences. Thanks to OpentourAfrica whom I can now completely rely on, even language barriers, an important issue for my relatives when it comes to planning & traveling, is now no longer an issue, considering how caring & thoughtful the staff of OpentourAfrica was, and how lovely the whole tour turned out to be.
I would recommend anybody, everybody, to give them a go!!
A truly superb bucket list experience that quietly leaves you a changed person
Brilliantly organised trip, with friendly and knowledgeable staff for whom nothing was too much trouble. Food was of an incredible standard considering we were moving every day and camping in a different part of the desert every night. Fabulous, well trained, sure footed horses who were equally well looked after. If this is your sort of thing, I could not recommend this company more highly.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
"Couldn’t get any better than this "
Open Tour Africa has made traveling such a breeze. The team made such a unique effort to organise our special safari Trip and make it most memorable for us. From luxury accommodation to the transfers we did not have to worry about anything except to relax.
We would highly recommend Open Tour Africa!
HR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tarangire and Ngorongoro safari in October
My wife and I did a two day safari in Tanzania, on 13. and 14. of October 2016. as part of our honeymoon trip, and experience was really great, even better than I expected it to be.
We booked the tour with Mojhi.com about one month in advance, and Mojhi team connected us with Foot Slopes Tours & Safaris for further arrangemens concerning pick up, drop off and some safari details. Every step of that process was very smooth and eficient.
I would especially emphasise the effort that Gabriel and the rest of the Foot Slopes Tours & Safaris team made for us to enjoy the safari. Our inbound flight to JRO airport on the morning of the beginning of safari was delayed, so the group we were supposed to join had to leave for Tarangire NP without us. Even so, Foot Slopes Tours & Safaris arranged a special driver to take us to Tarangire so we could join the group and catch up with afternoon game drive through the park. Also, the other day was apparently a national holiday in Tanzania, so there were some complications with making a deposit in a bank, needed in order to get into Ngorongoro Conservation Area. We managed to get in even so, and had a really great day there. After the end of Ngorongoro safari we had to get back to Arusha, while rest of the group was bound to Serengeti, so again they provided a special driver to take us back to Arusha. They did all of that without any additional charge.
We were also very satisfied with accomodation, both the tents in the safari camp in Mto wa Mbu and a hotel in Arusha. Everything essential was provided, meals were served as agreed, so we really had an opportunity to rest and relax properly in both locations.
Our guide was professional and trustworthy and made our game drives even more interesting by providing additional information about the wildlife in the region. He was also very open to make some plan adjustments according to our needs.
Overall, we had an unforgettable experience of safari in Tanzania, and I can fully recommend Foot Slopes Tours & Safaris for thieir friendly and personal approach in organising our wildlife adventure.
Thanks again guys!