CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime
This was the trip of a lifetime. It was more beautiful than imagined. Everyday I pinched myself. Seeing the animals were amazing.
Seronera - in central Serengeti
Seronera in central Serengeti is truly a magical place you want to be while on safari.
There are abundant number of animals to see including the big five, as well as many different species of birds.
The landscaping is also beautiful....
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
friendly knowledgeable and fun
We had a great time with Enos our guide. He was accommodating, extremely knowledgeable about Rwandan affairs, affable and one of the nicest people I've ever met. Olive was easy to work with and the whole trip was an amazing success. Would thoroughly recommend them - especially Enos.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Majestic
We had a great experience at Aquila. I would highly recommend the 2-night stay to anyone wanting to fit in a short safari while staying in Cape Town. The 2 night is necessary to have the full day of relaxation, hang at the lodge, lay out and the pool and chat with guests from other places, visit the spa, and overall unwind. I found the menu to be great for carnivores and vegans alike. Everything about South Africa made it an ideal travel destination and we hope to return.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Tuli Wilderness - authentic and beautiful
I've visited 'Tuli Wilderness' twice now, first in February 2013 and again in 2014, both times as a part of university lead group to collect data on the biodiversity of the region. My experience has been one of gaining an understanding of how wildlife management works in Africa, not a holiday.
Tuli is beautiful. It has a massively varied landscape: the tropical and humid Limpopo, dry rocky koppes (hills), fertile alluvial plains, dense mopane scrub, and the highest point of the region (eagle rock). There are no fences, no guarantees as to what you see, only luck and your guide. The 'wilderness' in 'Tuli Wilderness' is not advertising speak, I've spent over a month there and didn't see anyone who wasn't part of my group. The accommodation is basic and rustic, and the people are fascinating and genuine.
Some of the most memorable experiences from my time there:
Crossing the Limpopo river to enter Botswana via the worlds only international border crossing in a cable car. And leaving via the thin concrete bridge at Platjaan, being told to avoid the crocodiles on the left.
Sleeping in the bush under the stars, taking turns at watch and seeing glowing eyes reflecting back from my torch light.
Stalking a leopard through rocky mopane veld as the sun slowly sets, cascading everywhere in orange light.
Sitting atop eagle rock, relaxing in the refreshing wind and watching a herd of fifty elephants strolling across the land.
My time at 'Tuli Wilderness' was beautiful and authentic, I wish I could see how Tuli changes with the seasons.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
South Africa HHW
First we would like say thanks to our Agent Ute Sonnenberg. She organized us an amazing travel with a lot of experiences and challenges. The first section in Kruger Park with a Photo session with Ute was a very nice time with a lot of animals (we saw all Big 5 and additional the 2 other Big's like Hippo and Shitas and as special highlight the Wild dogs where only 146 dogs exist in Kruger) and friendly people from the "Beyond Ngala Safari Lodge" and "Kirkman’s Kamp". Also the relax time in Swaziland where we walked a little bit and the treatment time in the "Pakamisa Private Game Reserve", on Rocktail Beach (direct on the Indian Ocean) with a beautiful beach with very less people and the New Year celebration in the "Lily Pond Country Lodge" were a very nice vacation variation. And the travelling and stay at last station in Cape Town (staying in the Abbey Manor lodge at the foot of Table Mountain) showed us the vastness and beauty of South Africa.
Even a short-term desire for a trip modified on first Christmas Day was executed immediately.
Because we were traveling with a rental car only the travel route planning, we will do better next time (shorter distances because it takes more time than expected between the stations).
We never had the feeling that it was dangerous for us in South Africa
Many thanks for the great vacation.
Hella and Hans
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kenya is a land of warm smiles and sizzling sun.
We would like to recommend this wonderful tour of Tsavo East. Communication was a challenge for us but the operator surmounted all the obstacles and managed to keep us informed prior to the trip. All the logistics flowed smoothly. Our driver/guide was a personable fellow who made us feel safe both among the 4-wheeled beasts on the highway and the 4-legged beasts in the park. We had been told that Tsavo East might not provide as rich a viewing experience as other more extensive excursions, but we were delighted by the many animals Katana was able to locate. Seeing these fellow creatures in their natural habitat is an unforgettable experience. We are so grateful to have found an excursion that met our budgetary constraints and that in every other way exceeded our expectations.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Uganda is a vibrant, welcoming and peaceful setting for wildlife lovers.
Home to Africa has been very accomodating and has adapted to all of our requests when planning and budgeting. Our guide, Benon, was fun, kind, patient and knowledgeable. He made us feel very comfortable and was always on the lookout to make sure we were on schedule and had all of our needs met. We were able to see giraffs, zebras, hippos, buffalos, lions, monkeys, baboons, crocodiles, gorillas and many types of birds. The highlight of the trip was the gorilla treck in Bwindi. We saw the gorillas up close and it was absolutely breathtaking and humbling.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A dream safari and a great value
I recently took a 4 day/3 night safari to Kruger National Park and the Greater Kruger with Safari Reinhardt. I cannot recommend the company or the destination highly enough. We had particular luck and saw all of the Big Five, but we also saw more elusive species like a cheetah. The accommodations were exceptional, with amazing food and hosts. Reinhardt, our guide, and his assistant tracker, Timba, were incredibly knowledgeable and adaptable to our small group. South Africa, as a country, is extremely interesting and beautiful. The people are very friendly, open, and caring. I often found myself having deep conversations with people I just met. I never felt unsafe. Transportation around the country was quick and efficient. I cannot recommend South Africa and especially Safari Reinhardt highly enough.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Saw amazing wildlife each day of our 3 day stay. Kings Pool, Linyanti River, Wilderness Safaris
We had great weather - even though we visited during the rainy season, the rains managed to hold off until after we had retired to our tents after dinner - which was really nice. We did get caught in a deluge on the river for about 30 minutes one evening - but that was more of an experience than an inconvenience - as we had cover and didn't get wet at all.
I like to fish - and the camp has a pontoon boat for river safaris - I believe generally evening river cruises....fishing rods all rigged and ready to go...doesn't take too much effort to catch something - and there are plenty of different types of fish to catch!
On land we saw hippos grazing (out of the water)....2 packs of wild dogs 18 in one and 8 in the other...successful hunts & stealing an impala carcass from a spotted hyena.....eagle owls, all sorts of hawks, eagles, bee eaters, king fishers, egrets, goliath heron, lion, elephant.
The green season makes viewing a little bit more difficult - but the green color contrast and blossoms enhance the pictures....the private concession camp has the ability to bushwack off road and chase some sightings......not something that can be done in the national parks.
The day and night time temperatures were really comfortable in early March. we were not really ever bothered by mosquitoes or any sort of bugs.
Was a great area to visit....would definitely go back if there were not so many other interesting places yet to visit in Africa!
We even got periodic cell service from Namibia across the river. I wouldnt count on this - but it was a nice surprise to be able to send/receive txts for a few minutes.
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Feel free to email questions - and I can supply links to an online photo album.