IL
Amazing
We stayed for 3 nights in skukuza and took many morning ,sunset and night drives as well as an afternoon walk. We saw the big 5 and many more animals and birds , it was really incredible. Most drives we went on were from the skukuza camp. Some guides were great ,some less so , it is often also hard to hear the guide at the back of the jeep. I recommend sitting closer to the driver /guide and if possible going for at least one drive in a smaller vehicle with a more private tour. Besides for one chilly morning the weather was beautiful and very warm. During the morning drives around sunrise it's pretty cold so be prepared. We went in the end October so the bush was pretty dry and allowed us to see animals through the trees into the distance. Overall it was an amazing experience and highly recommended!
IL
Tittle: The trip of a lifetime Tour description Ibrahim from Luitours and Safaris has planned an
Tittle:
The trip of a lifetime
Tour description
Ibrahim from Luitours and Safaris has planned an unforgettable trip to Tanzania for us. We had only 4 days to visit Mikumi National Park and Udzungwa mountains but Ibrahim has it perfectly thought out and we got the maximum one can get. We didn't lose a minute and yet we enjoyed a relaxing journey! Communication with the Guide was very easy and punctual, complete and clear answer to every question. We are definitely going to book our next trip to Tanzania again with Luitours and Safaris.
CO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very Good Guide
Erick is a good person, very good guide we know a lot in the safary with Joseph.
FR
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable and amazing 3 days safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro parks
I will keep a very good memory of this safari which went well . The endless plains of Serengeti and the particular site of Ngorongoro park located in a vast crater where I saw all species of gazelles ,buffalos, elephants , giraffes , lions , cheetahs , mongooses , fox , herds of zebras and wildbeest , only 1 rhino(in Ngorongoro), hippos , monkeys , hienas, etc.. many birds , ostrichs, etc . The weather was ideal and hot , no rain, a little colder in Ngorongoro . Hilda was the cook and prepared delicious and tasty meals especialy the soup.. the lunch box was ok too ; Freddy driver and guide has been a carefull driver and gave us a lot of information during all the safari ; both were frendly and helpfull . The campsites of Seronera and Simba were well equipped , only the sanitary of Seronera is to improve . The last day it was surprising to see an elephant and several baboons cross the campsite of Simba.. What an unforgettable safari ...
Great people, great service!
I joined some friends to go to Naenda Safari, with Jesse as the driver. He is very knowledgable on the different animals, plants and everything else at the national parks! We visited Ngorongoro and Tarangire parks, and I was pleased with both the rides and the accommodations he gave us. Even the boxed lunches were good (seriously)! He is also good about adjusting proposed itineraries based on budget and time needs.
I am going to use Naenda safaris again in a few months and am looking forward to the next adventure!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
All round amazing natural beauty with excellent varied itenary arranged by Vayeni.
The weather was lovely throughout.
Victoria Falls is amazing with lots to do around the area.
We had 3 different but all amazing lodges with the food excellent at each place. Everyone was so friendly and our guides were particularly knowledgeable and attentive to the many kids questions!
Mel at Vayeni arranged a beautiful itenary from start to finish - walking with elephants, close encounter with a hippo, all bush drives including night and Victoria Falls being the highlights.
Thanks you!
NO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful weekend with safari and volcano trek
We were a group of 10 people with very spesific demands for our weekend. They were all met, and more! Knowledgable guides, good chef and sweet Godfrey all came along, and took great care of us. I would recommend them to anyone - was so incredibly pleased with our wonderful weekend in Lake Mburo and Mgahinga National Park. The trek up Sabinyo is AMAZING, But requires a certain fitnesslevel and if you're not used to great heights - take a day or two in Kisoro first to get acclimated.
US
A self-guided historical tour of Addis Ababa, Lalibela and Gondar.
My husband and I arrived in Addis Ababa Airport at 3:30 am. The concierge at the Zeist Lodge had promised that their driver would meet us there. We were very happy to see him waiting for us at that inconvenient hour.
The Zeist Lodge, a garden oasis of beautiful art and delicious food, was a wonderful choice for our first day in Ethiopia.
We had less than a week to spend, so the next day we were off to Gondar. This historical city has been called the "Camelot of Africa". Our guide described past glories of Kings and Queens and showed us the the European influences on the castles and local architecture.
Debre Berhan Selassie Church is Ethiopia's version of the Sistine Chapel, where painted wide-eyed angels hover on the ceiling and the walls are painted with scenes from the life of Christ, Mary, the saints and martyrs. Afterwards we stopped at a nearby cafe for some Ethiopian coffee, deliciously roasted in the open air.
In the evening we walked from our centrally located hotel (Lodge du Chateau) to the Four Sisters Restaurant, where we enjoyed a delicious buffet with Rift Valley Merlot (a local wine) and, of course, Ethiopian coffee.
The next morning our driver brought his niece and nephews along to drop them off at school. They were 5, 6 and 7 years old, and they got a chance to practice their English with us. Their English was so much better than my Amarhic.
Next it was off to Lalibela, a center of pilgrimage for Ethiopian Orthodox Christians. The town is famous for its rock-cut monolithic churches. We toured Bet Madhane Alemm and the cross-shaped Church of St. George (Bete Giyorgis) where many white-veiled pilgrims generously shared their holy space with us.
At our room at the Top Twelve Hotel, we enjoyed the spectacular view of the valley below. Lalibela is 2,500 meters (8,200 ft) above sea level. As a sailplane pilot, I guessed that the area would be great for ridge soaring.
That evening we dined at the Ben Abeba restaurant, a Scottish-Ethiopian place whose unique, open air construction on a cliff's edge offered yet another mind bendingly spectacular view.
On our last night in Ethiopia, (in Addis Ababa) we visited Yod Abyssinia, where we had some traditional Ethiopian food (meat and vegetarian platters) and enjoyed a show that showed local history via dance. Visitors were invited to dance too, which the kids in the audience really loved.
One week was definitely not enough. On our next visit, I'd like to get to Axum to learn more about Ethiopia's history and visit the Bale Mountains National Park. But this was a great introduction.
FR
A country like no other
I have been in Ethiopia as a touriste but also to see my family. This country is rich in wildlife but also in culture. You can go from north to the south and from east to west, the landscape is very diversified. The rift valley, the semen and bale mountains, and the green south of Ethiopia are worth seeing. You can find endemic wildlife in those areas and differents cultural activities "near" them. I remember my trip in 2008 in the bale park where I have done hiking on a horse in the middle of the wild animals. Concerning the weather, it depends on your trip, though you will have a hot summer or a rainy season not a cold winter. the nights can be a bit cold neverthless. For the accomadation part, you don't have to expect a very confortable stay on a budget, but there are a few tourist agency and hotels that are trying to make a better destination regarding transportation and hotelery. If you want to live an experience where you want to feel out of the place, Ethiopia is your destination.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic safari experience. Skip the cities.
The lodges were fantastic. Especially leopard mountain. Rhino sands and phinda Zuka. Wish we hadn’t wasted our time at the st Lucia lodge. If going back I would just do two lodges. Minimum 3 nights each. I’d choose leopard mountain and rhino sands over phinda.
Our travel agent did an amazing job. Justin at [email protected] picked us up and transported between Durban and lodges. Provided binoculars. Snacks on the trips. It was all last minute booking for us and his advice and recommendations were fantastic.
We then flew to cape town and drove the wine regions. Which are beautiful. Should not have wasted a night in cape town. Stay in stallenbosch instead. Helicopter tour a must over table mountain. Drive/Walk to cape point a must. Will go back but stay away from the cities.