50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
ABSOLUTELY THE PERFECT CHOICE TO HELP US PLAN OUR FIRST SAFARI
My wife and I, along with two dear friends chose Sun Safari to help us plan our first safari and our first trips to Africa. Michelle did an incredible job guiding us through the process and selecting all of the accommodations. We gave her a budget and some ideas of what we wanted and she took care of the rest. We couldn't be happier with the service, communications, planning and logistics that Sun Safaris provided. The trip far exceeded our expectations and we would happily work with Sun Safaris again.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Self drive tour with itinerary and bookings from Lily and 4X4 rental from Tristan ran like clockwork
Arranged everything online and Lily provided custom made itinerary and bookings, and Tristan provided the 4x4 truck from Cardboard Box. Responses online were professional and efficient. From the moment we arrived in Windhoek we were in good hands. We were transported by Raymond their driver and at the office received friendly attention to everything we needed including Tristan's personal service with our almost brand new 4X4 Toyota truck. All Lily's accommodation bookings worked beautifully (although we met some people whose paid and confirmed bookings from other travel agents didn't work in two places). Earlier I had tried to create our own itinerary and book accommodations in Namibia and Botswana but it was too difficult. We could not have done this remarkable and great self drive tour without the Cardboard Box Travel Shop. We feel fortunate that we found them. We highly recommend the Cardboard Box Travel Shop Namibia if you want a self drive tour in Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and/or South Africa. Thank you to everyone at the office - especially Lily and Tristan.
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very good quality service
The safari trip was a great experience for all of us (party of three). Our driver-guide (David) was always available, in a good mood and on time. Besides he kept the car clean and organized, answered all our questions and when he did not know, he researched and provided the answers later on. David had good knowledge regarding the national parks we visited (Masai Mara National Reserve, Nakuru National Park and Amboseli National Park) and its fauna and flora. He also had a book in the car (on Kenya's wildlife) on which he would check upon to give us precise information. David had good driving skills.
Two of the company's Nairobi staff (Martin and Andrew) welcomed us at the hotel and were very kind. Martin gave us a briefing of the trip and answered all our questions.
The company's staff whom we met were always worried with our well being throughout the whole trip.
We definitely recommend African Adventure Specialists!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Tanzania Safari - Once in a life time unforgettable Experience!
Since last couple of years, we were thinking of going to Tanzania with our two grown up Children. Tanzania is a birthplace of mine and my wife. We wanted not only to do safari in Tanzania with our kids but also wanted to visit our Birthplaces. (Near Singida and my wife’s birthplace in Dar-es-salaam). While searching on Internet, I came across “Chalo Africa”. After talking to Sangeetaji and explaining the places we wanted to visit, Sangeetaji in the Chalo Africa USA office prepared a Draft copy of Itinerary. We changed the itinerary a few times and she customized our 12 days Itinerary with suitable Camps/Lodges included visit to Singida and Dar-es -salaam. She suggested different options and answered all our queries. How can I forget Malvikaji? Malvikaji and Sangeetaji from Chalo Africa provided good details in Itinerary of what we will see/visit / activities for each day. Their Digital Itinerary was Superb and Excellent.
We just came back from Tanzania Safari (August/September, 2018) three weeks ago. Everything went as planned and we had an amazing time. We are extremely happy with all the arrangement Chalo Africa provided as per our itinerary, making sure that lodges/camps could meet our special food requirements (Indian /American Foods). Chalo Africa had used “Kibo Guides” from Arusha as a ground Handlers. Our vehicle Land Cruisers was brand new with low mileage. Our Driver/Guide, Samson Peter Mweta, from Kibo Guides was excellent and knowledgeable of all animals. He was well informed and answered all our questions in details. His communications and service were outstanding. He took care of us very well. He stayed with us during the Safari and our visit to Singida until he dropped us off at the Kilimanjaro Airport. During our stayed in Parks, all our Camps/ Lodges like Kilivillas, Maramboi Tented Camp, gorongoro Sopa Lodge, Kubu Kubu Tented Camp and Mara River North Camp were very nice with all amenities provided. Food/Drinks at the Camps were very good and Camp Staff was very hospitable. We visited Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti NP. We saw all Big fives and all different animals, Birds etc. At the end of Safari at Mara River, We saw Wildebeest River crossing Migration for nearly three hours. Once in a life time unforgettable Experience! During our Safari trips, Chalo Africa also stayed in touch with us through WhatsApp Group to ensure everything was going good.
Our both Children were also happy that we planned our trip with Chalo Africa with Kibo Guides as ground handlers. We highly recommend planning your next safari with Chalo Africa. It was a trip of a lifetime. Thank you “Chalo Africa “and their Team!
AR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent!!
The safari was perfect. agile communication by mail prior to the trip, to organize it. Once there we were with the guide Adam, who was all the time pending that we are having a good time. Nothing negative in the adventure. Thank you!
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great driver and game drives. Not that great planning.
We took the six day safari with Masai Mara-Naruk-Amboseli. We ordered our safari via Axis, in our car we were 7 people. We were the only ones from Axis. So it’s hard to rate Axis on our trip.
We suffered a bit due to this since all travel groups had different itinerary and accommodations. We spent hours waiting on people and driving to different lodges/tent camps. This made that our tour didn’t followed our itinerary and we had to argue to get what we paid for.
You should be aware of this or demand to be in a car with a group with 100% same itinerary/accommodation if you plan to order this trip.
With that said we had a great safari. We saw the big five on our first full day game drive. Richard, our driver should have the Nobel peace prize for handeling one of our co-travelers that was very demanding. He handled our van with great skills!
Richard and animal-viewing was five stars, the planning with different itineraries in one car was one star!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exciting and Knowledgeable Tour guides that care about your safari experience!!
Hola Africa is Amazing! Whiteman was an excellent tour guide that was passionate about his work. He is professional, friendly, and welcoming! I learned so much and my party of three had an experience that we will remember forever!!!
NO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A perfect safari
Excellent service from the pick up at our hotel and through whole our four days safari.
We really enjoy the safari!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing safari guided by Patrick
Patrick's communication is excellent. He always replies to emails promptly and answered the many questions we had. We are now planning our next safari with Patrick in August 2019. When he was our guide he was always very punctual and could spot animals long before we could see them. He was always very friendly yet professional and always checked with us if we were ready to move on after stopping to photograph an animal or bird.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Thorough, professional and attentive
I booked a six day safari to Kenya through African Hartebeest.
From day one their attentiveness meant I never had any doubt we would have a holiday of a life time.
The booking was made with Mary Nzisa who dealt with every query I raised promptly with the outcomes needed for the trip to be what i wanted it to be.
Mary met us at Nairobi airport when we first arrived and was there again when the safari finished.
We enjoyed it so much, we are already looking to book again.