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65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!!!
The trip was amazing! Our group was led by Ted Schiffman (a professional photographer from Vermont) who has been on some 48 plus safaris. He keeps us informed from the very beginning of signing up. Both him and his wife were on the safari. Having been on so many safaris he was very familiar with all the staff in all the locations. We stayed in hotels for the whole trip with three meals a day. The accommodations were very clean. The meals were buffet with plenty of variation so that made it nice. We were met at the airport by Ted and the drivers for the first two safari locations. The drivers were well trained and had to spend 2 years in training. Every safari location was unique and had plenty of wild animals.
It was a trip of a Life Time. I highly recommend you go in a safari offered by Classic Journets in English.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Africa Marvel provided a worry-free safari experience that was beyond our expectations!
Africa Marvel Tours was a pleasure to work with. Communication was always good. Any request for information was quickly answered by Perminus and Zunira. The website provides a lot of information, as well: suggested packing lists, FAQs, etc. We did have to ask for information, at times, pre-trip, but it was always provided promptly. During the course of our trip, Perminus met us in Nairobi to give us a preview. I had ongoing communication with Zunira before the trip by email, and during the trip, she checked in regularly by email and What's App.
The 12-day safari of Kenya and Tanzania was spectacular. Our guides were experienced and knew where to look so that we could see the best of what each park had to offer. Many other people complained of not seeing animals, or not up close. We saw up close elephants, giraffes, antelope, 1000s of wildebeest, monkeys, lion hunts, leopard kills, cheetahs, hippos, etc. Everyday was something new!
Our accommodations were varied and always comfortable. Food was always good, and the settings were varied from luxury resort settings to tented unfenced safari camp in the Serengeti. The staff were always polite and accommodating, "Hakuna Matata!" Our trip was moderately priced, as compared with other trips, but the level of service that we got from Africa Marvel and the staff at the accommodations was deluxe. It is a little scary to send money overseas to a company that you do not know, but Zunira made it so much easier to trust the experience. Once we arrived at the airport, everything worked like clockwork! Highly recommend!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari and great beach time
Our family of three (parents and a 14-year-old son) had an amazing holiday with Serengetismile. We split our two weeks equally between a safari and beach time in Zanzibar, having an incredible experience in both. We visited Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro parks, guided by Kisali, who impressed us with his expertise, knowledge of animals and culture, very safe driving, and genuine commitment to giving us the best experience. We saw plenty of animals and enjoyed amazing, well-equipped, and clean camps in the middle of nature. Our Zanzibar adventure started with the must-see historical Stone Town, followed by a very relaxing, quiet stay at Villa Kiva on the beachfront. Everything was very well organized by Erick, communication via WhatsApp was excellent, all for a very reasonable price. Highly recommend this team!
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Botswana has a special place in my heart.
The game parks of Botswana are arguable the best in the world; a sentiment I have heard from many people. There is a huge variety of safari options. You are more likely to check off your sightings list and get the bush vibe you want than most places. The people of Botswana are very friendly and it is worth your while to hang out with locals. We went during a prolonged drought and still had a great trip. Yet we still have a lot of unfinished business of things to do and see there on our next visit.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Chobe National Park by Jason
Everything you are looking for is there.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Makgadikgadi Pans National Park by Jason
Depends on when you go.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Okavango Delta by Jason
Even during a low water time, the mokoro and walking tours are great.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Brian crafted the perfect trip for us!
We visited Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe for 3 days. Communication was very good throughout the planning/pre-trip time, and during the trip, as well. Brian kept in touch with us through WhatsApp while we were in Victoria Falls.
We enjoyed the lodge where we stayed very much, and all the activities were well chosen. The food was very good at the lodge, and on the Zambezi river cruise. Brian arranged for us to be picked up in Zambia, when we were unable to get a flight scheduled into Zimbabwe on the morning we wanted. Transitions were seamless. Brian met our driver at the border, and drove us to our lodge in Vic Falls. He arranged for a driver to take us to the river cruise, but he came to the lodge to see us off, and set the pickup time for the next morning. We were very pleased with our tour guide at the falls, and our helicopter tour. We found a restaurant that we wanted to try for lunch, and Brian arranged for the helicopter shuttle to drop us there after our flight. He picked us up later.
We definitely got our money's worth on this tour. It was very well organized, and we were so well taken care of. It is a leap of faith to send money overseas to an unknown company, but Brian's great communication made it easier. Everything was seamless from the moment we arrived at the airport, till Brian dropped us off for our flight home! Highly recommend!
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wild Jungle Safaris - Amazing Adventure
What an amazing adventure! We knew we wanted to travel to Uganda for gorilla trekking, so we started the great search for a tour company in the spring of 2023. We knew permits were limited and we needed to book at least a year in advance. We looked at some of the typical tours (Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth Park, Kibale (chimp trekking) and Bwindi (gorilla trekking). We decided we wanted a more personalized tour for ourselves. We found Wild Jungle on Safari Bookings after contacting a few different highly rated vendors. We immediately connected with Tina and worked with her to customize the trip the way we wanted. She was very patient, listened to our requests, and made sure she gave us the best options possible.
We provided a deposit, and our tour was booked. Along the way, Tina accepted a position with another company, and our booking was reassigned to Twaha, the owner. Of course we were concerned when Tina departed, but Twaha stepped right in and reassured any concerns we had.
Twaha has several guides he uses for tours. We were originally assigned to one of them, but his group extended their stay, and Twaha became our guide himself. Twaha has been doing this for many years, and he has the knowledge and connections to ensure a memorable trip. Everywhere we went, he made sure we arrived early and had the best guides. He meshed quite well with our “type A” personality. For future travelers reading this, let me assure you that Twaha is genuine and I don’t hesitate to recommend him.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wilson is a knowledgeable, entertaining, and dedicated chaperoned for your adventure in Africa!
Wilson is an upbeat guide who’s knowledge about Tanzania and his interest in showing us its wondrous beauty seemed inexhaustible. He easily fits with people who are new to him – – he is a friend from the minute you make his acquaintance. In addition, safety is his number one priority which I appreciated it as I had my children with me. Furthermore, it’s notable that some guides may try to provide the minimal experience, but Wilson goes out of his way to make sure you get the maximal experience – – his patience for waiting on the wildlife is a true asset to providing the best possible experience for his clients. He’s a true connector of people – – and it shows while you are out on safari – – his networking with the other guides to locate the best possible experience for you is apparent.