AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wonderful trip with an excellent safari company!
We booked our tour in early january, so there was not much time to set everything up. We had a 12 day tour which took us from Entebbe to Kidepo Valley National Park and Murchison Falls. We drove all the way by car. This was a bit exhausting, but you get to see country which is pretty interesting. However the trip was a real success. Richard, the head of the company, is a very eager guy. We experienced some problems with the lodging, but Richard sorted it out pretty quick. So in the end it was a great journey with an excellent tour operator. I can really recommend booking with Tamani Africa Tours!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A wonderful introduction to Kwazulu Natal
Booked with Tailor Made safaris following a recommendation and were very pleased with the service. I have mobility issues but a plan was made to help with this so we could experience wildlife, the battlefields and some of the Drakensberg. We loved the Zululand Rhino Reserve, St Lucia and Huhluwe-Omfolozi. The tour of Isandwala and Rourke's Drift with a Zulu guide was inspiring and fascinating, and the Drakensberg were everything we had expected. Great accommodation, good catering and a comfortable vehicle, all at an affordable price. We would happily use them again and indeed hope to do so in the not too distant future.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Game Drive on one of a kind Truck, Hospitality was second to none
We have done the 5 day catered safari trip with Chris and Nicky, the owners of the Armadillo Overland Safari and Adventure Tours. It was our 1st safari trip. The accommodation was top notch and every meal was hand prepared. Chris and Nicky are very knowledgeable about various animals, birds, wildlife that we have encountered in our game drives. They had a genuine passion for nature and its occupants. For the 5 days we were a family of 8, never felt anything less. We have seen 4 of the big five except Leopard, though Chris had tried very hard to locate one for us. The panorama route was a memorable last piece to our adventure. They have also dropped us to our hotel in Santon, 20+ km from the airport at 8:30PM at night. I have to mention the one of a kind truck that was used for the game drive every morning, afternoon and overall transportation. That is one of a kind and there is no other like it in South Africa Period. They had everything you will ever need (pillows, blankets, binos, glasses, books, water, beer, wine..) + the loo(bathroom) in that truck. If you are looking for a safari, i promise, they will show you a good time with awesome food, a passion for wildlife and a lasting friendship. Now ask yourself when was the last time you thought like this about a service provider. In the sea of safari providers they are truly exceptional.
First class trip
Our first time visit to SA we left everything in the safe hands of Simon and his team at Native Escapes. Communications were superb and the itinerary well planned to meet our needs. Organised accommodation throughout the trip was faultless and the driving notes provided between stops were extremely useful in judging travel times and linking with points of interest along our tour route. As our trip coincided with celebrating a big birthday and wedding anniversary all the hotels had been primed in advance and we were treated to bubbly, chocolates and birthday cakes along the way (nice touch and much appreciated). Hence the best thing of all about booking with Native Escapes is the personal touch, we really felt as if it was friends who had organised the trip for us not some sterile remote booking agent. We would highly recommend Native Escapes and consider using again if and possibly when we revisit South Africa again.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Rose Did It Again!
You really did it this time Rose! We had an amazing time from seeing two very small buffalo calves being rescued by Rangers from a watering hole to being chased by a very cross elephant! Firsts in both cases and the highlight of our holiday!!
Everything ran like clockwork as per usual! We have done quite a few safari's now with Rose and wouldn't dream of booking with anyone else!!!!!!
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
excellent service and keen to meet customer
Fuímos de safari y el trato fue excelente, tanto Sammi el chofer/guía como Nico , el cocinero, son personas maravillosas que harán la estancia difícil de olvidar, no tengo palabras para agradecerles el interés que pusieron en que todo saliera bien y estuviéramos contentos. felicidades de corazón!
Mi única recomendación es que en el agua del río hay esquistosomiasis, así que si te sale un ronchón muy urticante a los pocos días de estar allí ve al médico de medicina tropical cuando vuelvas a casa, puede confundirse fácilmente con una alergia, el tratamiento es sencillo y muy efectivo.
Por lo demás es una experiencia 100% recomendable, seguro que no te arrepentirás.
We went on safari and the treatment was excellent, both Sammi the driver/guide as Nico, the cook. Wonderful people who made our stay difficult to forget. I can not thank the interest put that out of all our liking. Guys, congratulations!!!! We had a very good time with you that we will never forget.
My only recommendation is that if you go to Hippo Camp beware with river water and douche, there are schistosomiasis in the water (nothing surprising in wild places) and if you have a very itchy rush some days after the trip go to tropical doctor for treatment when you come back home.
The rest of the experience is amazing, 100% recommended.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
First trip to Africa
I had a good time in Tanzania with this local agent. It locates in Arusha and knows very well about Safari and Mountain. They offer many plans which meets your budget so it is better to ask them first. I highly recommend this Agent.
SG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great tour
Our guide Vumi who was also our driver was really patient with us. He introduced us to the different types of animals and helped us spot the big 5. He never once told us to hurry up even when we are late. The whole safari trip was a wonderful experience. It was an unforgettable experience.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Holiday of a Lifetime for Family of Six
We are all safely home now following the most amazing family adventure. We owe special thanks to Paula at Let's Go Travel for putting together such a successful package. Here are a few comments about the trip:
Jimi our driver for the duation of the stay was waiting for us with a huge smile despite a delay obtaining visas. Jimi was a fantastic choice and by the end of the holiday felt like was one of the family.
Karen Blixen Cottages were a brilliant start with staff so obliging and sincere. On the first excursion after the Giraffe Centre and Kizuri Beads Jimi and I found the house where my wife and I lived 22 years ago which was an emotional moment.
On the second day Jimi worked late for us so we could return to the highly recommended Elelphant Orphange where we could visit Mbegu a young elephant our children adopted earlier in the day in private.
The next few days Jimi drove us safely to The Aberdares Country Club; Naivasha and the Mara. The Ark was very quiet which allowed us to see more animals. I must say Let's Go's choice of Ilkeliani Tented Camp was superb - brilliantly located with the most helpful stagg imagineable.
The balloon ride was the highlight of the holiday with the pilot steering the ballon over a giant herd of startled elephants! The subsequent breakfast on the African Plain was also second to none.
On our return to Nairobi The Fairview Hotel was located close to the city centre for us to buy gifts at the City Market on our final day. This place is extremely classy, has fantastic food and the pool was well used by our kids.
We owe Paula at Let's Go a big THANK YOU for her patience, understanding and skill in making our African Dream come true. Our expectations were certainly surpassed and our kids now have Africa in their hearts too , in addition to new memories and new friends – especially our Rafiki Jimi and our additional family member Mbegu.
Asante Sana for everything - a truly amazing experience
Love Family Marsh from Ashford, Kent, UK
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great safari guide and wonderful lodging!
Great safari guide and wonderful lodging!
My best friend and I went on a 10 day trip- 5 days safari and 5 days in Bwindi Gorillas. Our safari guide , Joseph,was amazing! He was able to spot animals from a distance without even using binoculars and was extremely knowledgeable and kind. The lodging- hotels and tented camps were beautiful and the food was great. We liked our lodge in Bwindi - a lot. The only issue is that its far away (about 8hrs drive from Kampala) from most of the main attractions in Queen Elizabeth -lion'giraffe,elephant,boffalllo ect. However, given that there are many other great places to to visit, I'd probably pick a chimps in Kibale everything else next time. The only small complaint we have is that the gentleman who arranged our tour, Peter after we deposited first payment he took 4 days to let us know where he got the money on his credit card but later we knew he was in Nerthalands. All in all, great trip and would use them again!