IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
excellent service for our trip in the National Parks in North Tanzania and Zanzibar
Communications : I got instant feedback from Savannah Explorers on all my emails, they were regularly calling us during the trip to check if everything was ok. Our driver Jimmie was always finding strategic positions from which we had wonderful views of the animals. We got very good camps and excellent lodges. In Zanzibar: the resort Hideaway Nungwi was great and the beach was perfect. Unforgettable memories from Escarpment Lodge. Thanks for everything!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great tour and friendly operators.
Everything went very smoothly, we were given plenty of details beforehand, and the guides had excellent knowledge of the animals and plants. We even got to stay in a plush guesthouse in Jo'burg post safari before our flights out. Lovely!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great service
I have been on safari with Outlook this month. It was my 4th trip with them.
The experience was amazing, as always! The communication was quick, friendly, helpfull and with a personal touch. They offer great service for a good prize.
Furthermore, their drivers, guides and other staff are professional and seem will to go the extra mile to make their guests happy. I would highly recommend Outlook!
SE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
fenomenal guides. excellent service!
Safari with Outlook was excellent! However a minor disapointment with meals(the cook was on holiday).
But the guides were great and serviceminded so no greater damage!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
May in Kruger
We went with outlook in May of 2013. They exceeded any expections I had for a first trip to South Africa.
All of our arrangements were made via email which they responded to very promptly. We needed flexibility with our day of departure and they were very helpful.
The equipment is first class. You could not ask for a better staff! Debbie was our guide and she is excellent! Our food was perfect each day!
Base camp in Kruger is well located and has anything you may need for your trip.
We plan to return next year and Outlook will again be our choice!
Thank guys for a 5 star trip.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The experience of a lifetime.
Having travelled extensively I can heartily recommend Outlook Safaris. We have done both the Classic and Explorer series of safaris and of importance to me was being with the guides not only during the drives, but having them about at other hours as well to answer questions ensuring a more complete understanding of nature. The guides are accredited and their knowledge is outdone only by their enthusiasm for the job. The vehicles are high and comfortable. This is significant as they enable one to see into the bush better, especially at times when the grasses are higher. Dinner in the bush by candlelight and a dedicated cook at camp insures an unforgettable adventure. I would also recommend a stay both before and after the safari at Outlook Lodge where Francois will cater to your every need. All in all,the experience of a lifetime.
MY
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best Two Guides in SAfrica
We (Maria, my wife, Dextor & Daruis my 2 sons and myself) were lucky enough to have 2 of the best guides one could ask for to take look after us during our 4 days stay at Kruger: Debbie Henning and Brettoon Lahner. Everything was perfect.
Mark and Celeste did all the work...all we had to do was enjoy the experience
We had an incredible experience through Taga Safaris. Celeste and Mark made all the arrangements and everything went like clockwork. We visited Victoria Falls and got to view from both the Zambian and Zimbabwean sides. Next we flew to Ruckomechi for our canoe trip down the Zambezi river. Then on to Davison's Camp and finally back to Johannesburg. We had told Mark and Celeste the things that we wanted to see and we saw all those things and so much more. Lots of animals, tremendous service, excellent lodging, delicious food and warm and welcoming camp staffs. We enjoyed this safari so much that we are planning another next August but this time family members will join us! We wouldn't have anyone but Mark and Celeste plan this safari for us.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip..great safari, great lodges, great food and great guides!
We recently returned from our 15 day East Africa safari ending on Zanzibar for a beach holiday. All the arrangements for this trip went amazingly well. No missed transfers, no bad lodging, no negatives at all! It was the trip of a lifetime...we got to see all the animals we hoped we would and close enough to hear them breathe! The two guides we had from Safari Horizons were just wonderful...knowledgable, friendly, helpful and they really worked hard to make sure we saw the animals we wanted to. Our guide in Kenya, Dennis, helped us locate a charger for our camera when we lost it. He even got the shop to stay open!
Our group was so nice...just 6 people including us in an overland vehicle that took us over some really rugged roads and landscape. The lodges we stayed at in very remote locations on Masai Mara and Serenghetti were also truly amazing. All were a little different architecturally and fit into the landscape well. Great rooms, great views of animals from balconies, pools, great service, wonderful large reception halls. Many had entertainment. Two bush babies lived in one of the Great Rooms. The lodges all had great choices of food...I especially appreciated the vegetarian and Indian choices. Box lunches, picnics when we were on the road really were nice. Who dreamed we would be picnicing under a tree on the Serenghetti surrounded by wildebeest! Our rooms were all beautiful and had great bathrooms, access to wifi, pools, and opportunities to meet other guests from around the world. Can't say enough about the staff at these lodges...always helpful, greeted us with warm towels and juice. The staff at the Stanley in Nairobi were especially helpful in finding replacements for our electronic chargers. And Chris from Safari Partners was always helpful and prompt in answering all our questions, addressing all our many concerns. He saved the best for last. We stayed our last 4 days or so on Zanzibar at the Hideaway/Nungwi. What a fabulous place! Beautifully appointed rooms, gardens, and public areas. Just a gorgeous place to end a perfect vacation...a great beach, an infinity pool, fabulous food choices, balconies looking over the ocean, and the most attentive staff ever. We really loved our stay here and enjoyed using the snorkeling equipment, kayaks, catamaran...all free. We went on the Spice Tour and a sunset cruise out of Stonetown. The company we used in Zanzibar, Island Express, were also great. Very professional, prompt, friendly and set up a schedule of activities that was just right. All the flights were arranged for us and we did not have any problems for the entire trip. Thanks, Safari Partners, for one trip we will never forget!
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An amazing souvenir!
The trip to Zanzibar & Tanzania with Matoke Tours was absolutely great! A very special and varied program. From the lovely beaches of Zanzibar, the authentic Stone Town, the villages in rural in Tanzania to the amazing safari plains.
The selected lodges were all very atmospheric, super clean and located at the most beautiful spots. Also, the food was excellent during the trip. And last but not the least: Service. This was more than great! All the transfers were arranged accordingly too.
Our tour leader Laurence was of great class! He understood the behaviour of all animals. Therefore he was able to manoeuvre the Extended Landcruiser through the wildlife & other jeeps in order to get the best spot for us!! He searched for the Big Five, and found it. Furthermore did he introduce us to lions eating their prey, leopards relaxing in the tree, cheetah’s hunting for impala’s, hyena’s & giraffes. Overall, he showed us too much to specify all amazing moments.
While other guides were informing their clients that the migrating wildebeests had already left the area, Laurence was able to trace down a group that stayed behind. This way we were able to catch a glimpse of the migration! Laurence really went the extra mile, and if that meant that we would arrive an hour late at the lodge because we wanted to take that extra shot of the hippo or to see more game, this was not an issue for him at all. He knew exactly how to position the safari vehicle in order to get the perfect angle for all our pictures. A perfect souvenir of this unique trip!
A big thanks to Matoke Tours! Well done!