FR
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Really being in Africa
For the beginning of 2012 we had signed up for a trip through Botswana and Namibia with Indigo Safaris. We were thoroughly satisfied with the way everything was organised and with what we saw and there is very little we can add to the laudatory enthusiasm of the other reviews, but we particularly and unforgettably remember - from Namibia - the long, steep sweaty climb in the deep, hot, sifting, flowing sand of the dark-orange dunes, and driving up the long, dry, sandy bed of the Hoanib River in its remote valley and, sitting still in the infinitely silent midday heat under the endless deep blue sky, watching a group of dusty desert elephants clustered around their young ones, lazily fanning their ears as they eyed us from under a spreading canopy of acacias.
Christopher Bartlett knows Africa well, is a very competent and resourceful guide and inspires total confidence. Do not hesitate. No problem with the five stars.
Experience level: over 5 safaris
Knowledgeable and entertaining guides
What an awesome experience to go out on a tour with guides who know their country, and can present it in an entertaining way. There is nothing boring about museum visits or city tours with Flight of the Eagle Tours. Can definitely recommend them to anyone of any age, as they are accommodating and make every excursion a great experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful time, lifetime memories
When planning an holiday you are always worried is the travel safe, are the operators friendly, will we have a good time... With flight of the eagle the answer is yes yes yes!!!!! We had a fantastic time, Johan and Elize are wonderful people, answering questions, going out of their way to make the trip something to treasure!!! Thank you for a great time... Flight of the eagle you guys are tops!!!!
DK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent and personal service
It all started with a cosy stay at a small hotel in a secluded corner of Arusha, organised by African Guides. Here we were picked up by our driver, guide and new friend (all in one person) who took us on a fascinating three-day trip in the Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara National Parks with overnight stays at cosy lodges right next to each of the parks. The view from the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater at sunrise was fantastic, and so was the safari game drive in the crater. All the iconic 'species from television' showed up, including the rhinoceros, but believe it or not - to me, as a North-European - the most fascinating experience was to see lots of white storks walking around here in their winter residence. Lake Manyara National Park was similarly fascinating. In a way it was actually more exciting (for the grown-ups at least) than the crater because the lush woodland around the lake made it difficult to see the animals until they were suddenly there, right in front of us. Altogether the experience was very different from that of the Ngorongoro, and the wildlife was also very different, lots of elephants, giraffes, monkeys and birds (and butterflies). All in all, three wonderful days at a beautiful time of the year with perfect service and lots of happy memories. Asante sana, kwa kweli!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime
We returned on January 25, 2014, from our amazing Kenya safari. Words cannot adequately describe our wonderful adventure. The trip was truly amazing: the animals, the landscape, and the Kenyan people. Every aspect of the trip provided by Odyssey Safaris was first class. We loved the places we stayed and are grateful to Mark Cahill and his team that everything about our time in Africa was absolute perfection.
Our guide, Erastus, was the key to our unforgettable safari. Not only is Erastus a great guide and driver, he is also a very nice man. His ability to spot all of the various animals was remarkable, and we thoroughly enjoyed his narrative about what we were fortunate to be seeing. We found four of the Big Five on our first afternoon; and watched a leopard on Day 5 chasing an impala for the kill. Wow! Four female lions with two cubs, a week-old baby giraffe, two cheetahs, a serval cat, black rhinos, and elephant families with babies, were some of the highlights to go along with viewing thousands and thousands of other animals. And to finish it all off on the last day, we watched four adult male lions with the hippo they had killed that night.
We will never forget our wonderful adventure to Africa. Thank you, Odyssey Safaris!
NO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Adventure in Tanzania
"Climbing" Kilimanjaro was on the Bucket list and in 2011 we decided we had to go. We attended a presentation of Paka Adventures and landed on using them as our operator. We wanted to relax, go on safari and of course our main goal - Uhuru Peak at the top of Kilimanjaro. We arranged flight tickets from Norway to Dar-Es-Salam by ourselves - arrival Sept. 2013. The rest was arranged by Pakas. What a trip we had. Relaxed at the Lighthouse Beach Resort, adventure at Selous Game Reserve and to top it all - all ten of us made it to the top of Kilimanjaro.
Surprise of the trip - all the good food we where served :-)
KW
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, courteous and efficient customer service!
From my very first inquiry to my return flight home I was especially pleased with Big Time Holiday’s professional, courteous and efficient customer service. They were able to customize my vacation to my requirements and budget and were able to offer me some package options very quickly after my inquiry. The staff was professional, warm and welcoming. I felt very at ease when I left for my safari to Kenya. They were able to answer all of my questions and helped me through the process of preparing for my trip. Big Time Holiday helped to make my journey in Kenya an unforgettable one. It was a trip of a lifetime. I was extremely satisfied with the service they provided and have already recommended them to family and friends. Looking forward to booking with Big Time Holidays in the near future for another great safari experience :)
Our visit to Xai Xai in Mozambique was a very memorable experience
The tour was very professionally organised by Johan and Elize. The friendly atmosphere within our group made our holiday experience very special. If you are looking for an enjoyable getaway, we recommend Flight of The Eagle Safaris and Tours.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A marvellous experience!
We had an amazing time, and all the hotel and tour arrangements were perfect, everything we wanted and more - Alym and East Africa Wild got it absolutely right! The service and speed of communication were also excellent, and our requirements and budget were really followed to a T. The Serena properties were all lovely, with a lot of character, and delicious food, as was the Kitela Lodge in Ngorongoro. Of course, as promised, the Kirawira Camp really was the best of all of them. Ajabu Adventures was a really excellent safari tour company that we were matched with. We really lucked out and saw pretty much every animal barring a rhino. We only wish we'd had more time and could have stayed longer in Tanzania!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Magical Safari by Big Time Holidays
My Family and I made arrangements with Big time holidays to visit Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru national park on 15th January 2014 to 19th January 2014. We were warmly welcomed and picked at the airport by George, who was also our guide during the safari.
Big Time Holidays was superb, provided advice as to right parks, hotels and restaurants. Allan, a travel consultant of this travel company was friendly, extremely knowledgeable and his suggestions were spot on point. He also negotiated great rates for the safaris. The flexibility and capabilities to make activity changes without problem as we went along our safari was such a bonus. We felt so warm and welcomed not only in the planning stages but also throughout our safari with the company.
The attention to finding a perfect safari by our travel consultant was fantastic! From the specific activities to the hotels, even down to the personality of the guide, we felt this trip was created especially for us. The guide, George was wonderful! He made the safari perfect, fun and easy... we felt that every detail was covered so we could relax and enjoy. We knew that if we were scheduled to be picked up, someone would be there. It allowed us to travel throughout the wonderful country of Kenya care free.
They also arranged a very special, memorable and fun birthday celebration for my son Iverson at the Maasai Mara. It was wonderful! It totally surprised him and the staff was so much fun. We had a magical and amazing safari. The company gave us truly a life changing experience.
Big time holidays did such a wonderful job with details and I will always travel with them and have already recommended 5 friends.