50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Poor organisation cold food guide got lost guests had to walk back in the dark
Would avoid this camp all others visited were great.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding Safari Experience
What can I say? Shadows of Africa knocked it out of the ballpark. Even though I was booked into the "standard" package, most of the amenities and camps would fall into the luxury category IMHO. Our guide Timo really knew his stuff providing info such as life span, mating habits, predators, average height and weight and even unique anecdotes about everything from the smallest bird to biggest of the Big 5. He's a great animal spotter too -- there were times when we were scratching our heads thinking, "How did he manage to see THAT?"
Owner Natasha checked in daily via phone to make sure we were happy. Overall 10 out of 10. Would definitely book with them again.
BE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Fantastic journey-Serengeti Migration
A dream of me and my husband, both photo enthusiasts, was to go to Tanzania's Serengeti National Park, to experience the Serengeti migration and to make some good pictures.
We knew that over a million animals participate in the Serengeti Migration. So without experienced guides it would be rather impossible to cover it in 2 weeks time.
Ute Sonnenberg of Roho Ya Chui is such an experienced guide. With her help, tips and advice this adventure became an experience for life.
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good communications, always good organization, always smile!!
You are a real caring man. We loved how you interacted with us. We needed money, you arranged it, we needed explanations or help with stuff in Arusha, you helped us even when you weren't supposed to.
We loved and enjoyed our three days safari to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park thanks! We real had a nice journey. Also the Kilimanjaro climb the Marangu route six day was great! A life-changing – experience! You made our dream vacation come true.
Thanks Mike!
Jan & David
CM
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Absolute client oriented service!
We live in Africa and we know how logistics can be here. We know the quality of infrastructure. We know the surprises that may arise. We try to anticipate, sometimes in vain, the challenges.
But with Lucia and Simon, you do need to know and do all of that. You enjoy the ride because you know that you can trust them. They master last minute logistics related changes. They anticipate your needs. They taylor their approaches. They know the local challenges and constraints. They make you enjoy your trip.
I highly recommend them. I have travelled extensively and they are among the best TO staff I have met, including the drivers and staff
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Experiencing Africa with people who become your good friends!
We took our children ages 16,14,12 and 10 on safari to South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. We were recommended to ETA through friends who endorsed them in the most positive way. To have these endorsements actually be eclipsed would have seemed unlikely, but indeed was the case. Cheryl's planning and attention to detail made,what at first can seem to be an overwhelming proposition of planning a safari, into an exciting pleasure! The communication was flawless, timely and amazingly accurate!
The Tour itself completely outdid the perfect pre-safari experience! Sid met us in Zim, and we proceeded to bond from there. The interaction between Sid, the children and the parents was amazing. The care and instruction for the children was engaging and creative. His knowledge was incredible and his enthusiasm infectious. There were so many "special" touches it was difficult to keep track. From mokoro ride to walks, picnics to "sundowners", gorge swings to devils hole, the experiences were spectacular and perfect fits for our family!!
The camps we stayed in so far surpassed our expectations, there is little I could add to convey our satisfaction. Sid and Cheryl's knowledge of the camps and their relationships with the people at the camps assures an incredible stay at each location.
I enthusiastically recommend Exclusive Touch Africa to anyone considering a trip to Africa. I am constantly promoting the firm and the experience to my friends and anyone who asks about our amazing trip to Africa. Thank you Cheryl and Sid and everyone at ETA!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Going on a safari through Bubezi was one of the best experiences of my life; absolutely amazing.
In all honesty, everything was absolutely perfect and I would not have changed a thing about the entire experience. I would highly recommend if anyone has interest in going on a safari to book it with Bubezi Safaris.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Mindblowingly proffessional
I did many trips with Ian, when I was working for a South African Safari company, doing my trips through Zimbabwe and Ian was my contact and Guide in Matopas, Ian is so passionate about what he does, it rubs off on all his clients. I have never met sutch a fantastic and gripping story teller as Ian. I remember one time, on top of worlds view, he was relating the epic story of the Shagani patrol, he delivered this tale, with so mutch enthusiasm, that it had my clients and myself in tears, I can honestly say what ever Ian tells you, you will never forget. Ian's knowledge and passion for the fauna and flora where ever he takes you, is unbelievably interesting, just get him to talk about the Bushmen and you will see what I mean . When ever I got back to johannesburg and asked my clients the highlight of their 16 day safari, 90% of my clients admitted that it was meeting Ian and the adventure, that he took them on. I no longer live in Africa, I am back home in my native England, but my memories of my trips with Ian will never be forgotten, I met many, many hundreds of guides in Africa in my time there, but I have to admit, to myself, that, Ian was my Favourite. My fellow guides and myself knew Ian as "Stretch" and look back on our adventures together as mindblowingly proffessional. You cannot do wrong, to let, Ian, the African Wanderer, take you on a trip of a lifetime
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great gorilla and Maasai Mara safaris
We did a gorilla trek in Rwanda and a safari in the Maasai Mara. We enjoyed every part of it. It was all well organized, fun, and memorable. The Mara lodge in Kenya was particularly cool. We particularly enjoyed our safari guide in Kenya, Mustafa Diriye. I could not imagine a better guide. He was nice, fun to be around, knowledgable, considerate, accommodating, and has become a friend. I will recommend a safari to all our friends, and we will highly recommend both Safari Partners and Mustafa.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience even with a low budget
We needed a low budget safari and Roberto worked hard to organize it for us, even with a lot of changes in our program. We spent five great days in our tents, eating excellent meals.