Well thought out, planned and executed
In February of 2026, I began to plan a Safari to Southern Africa in June . I had some ideas about where and when, but was at a loss as to how to actually make the dates/times/places work smoothly. I searched online and found Claire's website and contact. I reached out and she promptly scheduled a Zoom meeting. I gave some broad strokes, she provided some sample inteneraries with pricing and insights. She made some suggestions on where to go and what to do. We decided on a Vic Fall, Chobe Nat Park, and Okavango Delta Kala camp trip. Once I agreed and paid a deposit she went into action and made all the arragnements. Everything! Tansfers, flights, camp bookings, everything!
She was very receptive and quick to reply to both emails and texts. An app was provided for my smart phone to download that had our personal itenerary, reservation numbers, dates etc. Honestly I was a touched worried we would show up somewhere to the blank stare of person working behind a desk asking who we were and why we were there. That did not happen. We never any issue with anything aspect of our journey. I also was a hesitant regading sending payment to a simple bank number on a screen...... I asked Claire to reach out immediately upon receipt of payment, which she did, alleviating my concerns.
I spent some time pricing out the trip individually, and found that pricing was comprable, but I would have been on my own! The peace of mind was priceless.
As for the trip, we spent two nights in Victoria Falls, Claire suggested we obtain the joint Zim/Zambia visa to see the Fall from both sides, worth every penny! Tea and cocktails in the evening at the Vitoria Falls Hotel, and a seemless transfer across the border to Chobe the next day. The Chobe Game Lodge is a classic locale, three activities a day, game drives, river cruises, lions, elephants, sunrises and sunsets. Beautiful. We then flew to the Kala Camp in the heart of the river delta where the vibe was different focusing on the water, the birds, hippos, crocs and the natural beauty of the land. The camp was quiet allowing us to take in the uniqueness of the location. The guides were receptive to out requests and provided great service.
As this trip took place after the school graduations of two of our children, Claire instructed the accomodations to provide some special presents and personalize notes to them. A lovely touch.
Thanks fo your effort and execution. We had a memorable expeince and will reccomend your service to others.
MY
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An exceptional tour operator that combines expertise, flexibility, and genuine hospitality.
After comparing many safari operators on the Safari Bookings platform, we decided to choose Topy Tours—and it was an excellent decision. From the initial enquiry to the end of our safari, communication was prompt, clear, and professional.
We had an exceptional safari experience with Topy Tours. The entire journey was professionally organized from start to finish, with a well-planned itinerary that balanced wildlife viewing, sightseeing, and relaxation perfectly. The schedule was also flexible enough to accommodate our interests without ever feeling rushed.
Our guide Ben was outstanding—knowledgeable, passionate, and informative. He shared fascinating insights about the wildlife, landscapes, local culture, and history, making every game drive both exciting and educational. His keen eye for spotting animals ensured we saw an incredible variety of wildlife, even birds
We found the tour to be excellent value for money, offering quality accommodation, a comfortable safari vehicle, and an outstanding guide, Ben
What impressed us most was the attention to detail, punctuality, and genuine commitment to ensuring we had the best possible safari. We are very happy we chose Topy Tours and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a memorable, comfortable, and expertly guided safari in Tanzania.
Communication: ★★★★★
* Service: ★★★★★
* Value for Money: ★★★★★
* Reliability: ★★★★★
Tour: ★★★★★
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
He was absolutely amazing, love Mbwana!
This was an amazing experience for me and my group. The whole team showed us great hospitality the whole time. Mbwana was a fantastic guide, with great energy and super insightful. Also the food was amazing, Miriam did an excellent job and every meal was a hit. Also the tour itself was beyond my expectations.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mbwana was organized, knowledgeable, and cared about the safari experience.
We had a great time on our 5-day safari. The chef, Miriam, made great meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Mbwana, the guide, made sure we got good views of all of the animals and did a good job explaining what we saw. The hotel we stayed at was very nice and the camping arrangements were well organized. Overall, I would definitely recommend the 5-day safari as you will see a bunch of animals and different environments of Tanzania.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Mbwana was charismatic and accommodating while informative and determined to find each animal.
Accommodations were surprisingly nice and refreshing after a day on the road. Managed to see each animal, including the more rare ones which was a nice surprise. Food was delicious and whole trip was very accommodating.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, funny, and awesome!
This tour was a great experience! We got to see so many places and so many animals in a short period of time. The driver/guide was fantastic and did a great job of reading the vibe of the group as well each day. The food was also amazing and way better than I expected. The campsites were great and the lodge was also awesome. 10/10 would recommend to anyone!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mbwana was a very interactive and fun guide!
The tour was very customizable and we were always asked what we were most interested in seeing to ensure we were having a great time. We saw so much wildlife and had great views and food the whole time. All of the staff were so helpful and accommodating. Planning was easy, payment was easy, and all the logistics went smoothly!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Dedicated to showing every animal
Mbwana was a dedicated guide that made sure we got the best chance to see every animal you’d want to see. Food was amazing, accomodation was great
JP
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
This is a grate tour in my life. Excellent
Good plan and I had 4 game drive in three days. I will talk to my friends to use this tour. Our driver Rudzani help a lot to communicate with us for all questions.
Thank you.
Ishii
HK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Zanzi African Safaris offers outstanding service with friendly, patient staff and an excellent tour
Zanzi African Safaris provided excellent service from start to finish. When we needed to change hotels, they arranged it immediately. The accommodation and food were both very good, and our highly experienced guide took us to see many amazing animals and beautiful scenes. The staff were friendly, patient, and professional throughout — great communication, reliability, and value for money. Highly recommended for a memorable Kenya safari!