NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing encounter with Africa
Thanks to Andrew, we have had an amazing encounter with Africa in its full glory. Fantastic beasts, enormous surroundings, great skies and fantastic stories by Andrew. Together with my wife and daughter, we were personally guided around the vast Pilanesberg reserve. We have learnt so much about the amazing animals, watched lions preparing their stalking of zebras and wildebeests. So much to talk about. We are grateful for the braais that Andrew cooked for us, such a privilege. Of course the great temperature during this period of the year makes everything double so enjoyable, knowing that in Europe rains and snow are pestering our friends and colleagues. But most of all, we were so pleasantly surprised by so much South African hospitality. We have learnt so much about to address everyone with questions about the day, about feelings etc. Africa is such a great continent, we want to learn much more. Now we only have to catalogue our 2000+ photos. Andrew, thanks for the lesson how to make the best photos. Your photos are by far the best on our computer!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
AMAZING....unique and very special setting. Service excellent ..highly recommended.
Perfect combination of safari and relaxation on the beach . Staff all friendly and their attention to guests needs fantastic and guide excellent . Not the place for seeing the big 5 but still wonderful for the experience and photo opportunities.
All our expectations were surpassed .
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
2 days Pilanesberg Safari
We made 2 days Pilanesberg Safari with Chris, it was just great as we saw plenty of animals. His truck is clearly of added value as it is perfectly equiped. Chris knows very much about the bush and is willing to share his knowledge. We just regret that the catering plans changed in the course of the safari.
I clearly recommend Armadillo as it's a guarantee to have a great safari experience.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful holiday, custom made and completely stress free
We had a perfect experience with Makasa tour operations. We had our own plans and views on the trip to Tanzania, but Selma's advice on lodges and activities made the trip much more memorable. Without exception, the lodges we stayed at had very kind personnel and the environment was absolutely stunning; both the expensive and the less expensive ones; she definitely knows what she is talking about!
The Safari guide Makasa had arranged for us was much more than just that; he was very good companion and became a friend we hope to show Holland sometimes. His knowledge of wildlife was overwhelming, not only about the big cats and those kind of animals, but also about the variety of birds and plant life. Whereas some tour guides are more like drivers, our guide was a real safari guide who was able to spot animals and happening (like the birth of an Impala) other guides drove past without spotting the happening.
During the whole safari tour as well as our trip to Zanzibar, everything had been thought out for us and had been pre-arranged, making this a completely stress free holiday.
We recommend Makasa tours to whoever reads this, as well as to any friend in Holland who thinks about going to Afrika.
IE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Superb trip organisation and excellent staff
I have travelled with Somak a number of times and each time have been impressed by all aspects of the trips. They have tailored holidays to meet my requirements in a professional and friendly manner. All pick ups/drop offs have always been absolutely punctual. Their staff on the ground in the various locations have been excellent and the locations they choose of a high standard.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
South Africa
The folks at Journey Beyond were extremely helpful and professional, dealing with many changes, special dietary need issues, and coordinating with another family's travel plans. They also made great recommendations and sent us a complete printed itinerary with everything documented. I don't know how we would have done it without them!
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Terrific Trip!!!
Thanks to Gosheni Adventures my three weeks vacations in Tanzania with my husband and friends were just AMAZING! Peter from Gosheni and my husband planned a nice schedule that included climbing Mount Meru, Mount Kilimanjaro and go to Safaris in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Very intense three weeks with lots of fun and activities and Gosheni provided excellent guides, drivers and cooks. For various reasons, including boots that did not fit correctly, I decided that I should not go to Mt. Kili after my husband and friends finished Mt. Meru. And, I need to thank Richard, our guide in Mount Meru for his patient and knowledge dealing with my issues climbing the mountain. Even though it was an unexpected change in our schedule, Peter was able to put together a trip to Zanzibar for me and my husband while our other friends went to Kilimanjaro. We had a great time in Zanzibar, the beaches were great, transparent water, pure white sand and amazingly clean. Food, people and the hotel were more than we expected. Peter did a wonderful job! Samir was our driver for the Safaris he was tireless driving us around the parks to show us the most beautiful scenes in the wild. As our friend Jane said it was an experience of a lifetime. In addition, our cook Anton always provided us with delicious meals. Under my request, he also cooked local food like Ugali, yummy! So, if you are planning to explore Tanzania with all its beauty and wildlife Gosheni Adventures is the way to go!
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic safari managed by excellent people in an amazing place
we had a fabulous trip with the Elisante's gestion. The guide was fantastic and the majority of the hotels were well or very well. My husband and I went alone in a car and it was a fantastic experience.
the worst thing was to pay there in cash (the safari), a lot of money in our pocket
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great service, experience, food, price
Great service, food, experience, price. Picked me up at airport,hotel. Dropped me off. Accommodations were good. Recommended. Maasai Mara is incredible.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mosu Safari Tours (Botswana)
My family and I had the most amazing holiday with mosu Safari's in Botswana.
Oliver the owner of the company accommodated us for everything we wanted to do while in Botswana.
We spent 4 nights in campsite's (1 in Botswana and 3 in Zambia) and 8 nights wild camping.
We were very well looked after by Madumo, Killos and Simon. Kilos made the most amazing meals on the open fire every day. When I first arrived with my teenage daughters (without my husband) Madumo put us at our ease and we felt safe even at nights around the camp. My husband arrived 3 days later and Oliver looked after him until we met up with him.
By far the wild camping was the best, what an absolute experience to have. From hyphens walking around your tent at night to hearing hippos eating grass nearby as well as hearing elephants knocking down trees and getting wild dogs walking through your camp at dusk. By far sleeping out in the great outdoors within a wildlife park in Botswana is one of the best experiences in our lives.
This was Madumo's first guiding tours with Mosu Safari's, and his experience on the wildlife and his knowledge was exceptional and safety was Paramount.
We highly recommend both Botswana and Mosu Safaris.