US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Africa Safari
Absolutely wonderful trip! The tour was from beginning to end very well organized. The company always replied very fast and the informations were reliable. We saw a lot of the country and could enjoy the wildlife. Two unforgettable moments were meeting a rhino while trekking in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and spending time with the gorillas in Uganda. They are really worth the visit.
In comparison the trip was affordable and the accommodations were all very fine with really nice food. Best price- performance ratio.
Our guide was extremely friendly and funny, we had a really good time. He was always there for explanations and made everything possible. No wish was unfulfilled.
Thanks again for such a good time!
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful time at Krueger game, but some issues with the logistics
We had a great time in South Africa, really beautiful Country, we had the best Safari we could have with the guide Mr. Lucky Mathebula, we saw see all the big five with him, he was simply the best. The Lodge (accomodation) was really good as well, the owner was a sympathic lady and the food was good.
But on the other hand we had some issues with the Bonnie, the guide that took us from Joanesburg to the Park and back to Joanesburg.
He got late to pick us up in the hotel to get to Krueger so we didn´t have time to have lunch, we had to eat our pizzas on the way to the Park! Also, he didn´t make any effort to be nice when he was joining dinner with us. When returning from the Park to Joanesburg, he drove fast and it was rainning a lot, a lot of accidents on the road, it was really tense.
And to complete, he charged us 300 Rand each to see the Panoramic route, when the offered from Adventour was 250 Rand per person. We felt really disappointed and betrayed.
I explained all the above to Mr. David (my contact at Adventour), he apologysed and said he would make a refund to amend the situation. We are still waiting the refund, his last promise was to make it today.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
When you have a very knowledgeable guide and attentive staff you have an amazing experience!
Our tour of the Okavango Delta was 15 years in the making, having fallen hopelessly in love with Africa after a 2004 guided tour in Kenya and Tanzania. During that trip we spent our non-game viewing time in lodges. This time we wanted to be full-time “in the bush.” Early Kingfisher Safaris guide, Samuel Mopalo, and his attentive staff of 4 made our 2018 trip the most amazing trip ever. There are numerous reasons for this: Sam is a certified Botswana guide with 20 years experience. Botswana guide certification is the gold standard for African safaris guides and his father was a guide before him. He has mastered tracking, identification of over 60 mammals, numerous reptiles and nearly 600 bird species and he loves sharing his knowledge. In addition, Sam is a master wildlife photographer. He knows how to position the vehicle for light and distance resulting in perfect photo opportunities. In short, Sam has mastered the art of safari guide, but perhaps the best thing about Sam’s skills is his ability to take advantage of luck. By that I mean when an opportunity presents itself, he moves on it to present to his guests that unique safari experience. When a lioness walked (roared) near the camp one morning before daybreak he asked that we leave before breakfast to catch up with the cat as the sun was coming up; and we did, long before other guides/tourist, giving us a breathtaking experience, memories and great pictures. This is Africa! The entire 11 days couldn’t have been better and I didn’t even mention Sam’s good natured manner, the superior service from the staff, and the delicious food. In summary, go with the best, go with Early Kingfisher Safaris.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One in a life time experience
The safari tour was amazing! We booked through E-mail, we wrote with Minneh. She is very sweet, helpful and answers very quickly. They picked us up at our hostel, and we got in the van. Our drivers name was Isaac, he was wonderful! Very funny, helpful and did everything to make the trip unforgettable. The tents in the camp are more than we expected, with our own toilet and shower. The food there is excellent, the staff are sweet and friendly. We had an amazing trip and would love to go again. The only complaint we have is that there is no refrigerator and therefore only warm drinking water...
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Would give more than 5 stars if I could
Had many quotes and options with various companies. But when it came to personal attention and service, knowing what to ask and what I would like/would not like and how to make all the logistics work to fit my time frame, Darren and the crew did nothing short of amazing. From great accommodations to personal transfers/transport, excellent logistics for time management.....WOW is all I can say. I was beyond impressed as the trip unfolded and what was arranged. The people that work with them in various countries were friendly, helpful and more than accommodating. As a solo traveler the personal touch made all the difference in the world. My travel was from US to Johannesburg, then to Kruger area, on to Vic falls/Zambia/ Zimbabwe then on to Chobe National Park in Botswana......thru every step of the journey the details were all taken care of and there was zero stress bc of the way they paid attention to those details. Would highly recommend discussing what they can do for your travel desires, you won't be disappointed.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
7 day life changing journey with Paul in Rwanda
We searched carefully to find a reputable company, that understood our requests of what we would like to achieve for our 7 day safari into Rwanda. We were very impressed with Shadows and their very high quality informative well priced quote and in particular Paul’s recommendation to flip around the direction we explored so that we could capture exactly what we wanted.
We had been in Tanzania for 8 weeks, and so the 1st surprise was how different, modern, clean, green and 1st world Rwanda is by comparison. From all the reading we had done about the country before arriving it didn’t prepare us for what we saw.
Our main aim was to trek with the Gorilla’s in Volcanoes National Park – this experience WOW, was so awesome that there aren’t any words that can get close to how describing the feeling when you are first see them and sit amongst the family as they just hang out!!.
Our other surprise was the journey we encountered with Paul. As we visited different areas of the country, driving through villages, tea and coffee plantations, seeing Chimpanzees, Colobus monkeys etc, Paul shared more and more of his Rwanda, its history, the changes over the last 25 years since the Genocide of 1994 (a visit to the Genocide Museums in Kigali are musts), the justifiable pride Rwandan’s now have in their country – and some of Pauls own experiences. Our lives are changed immeasurably from our time with Paul.
He’s also the consummate fixer – after we started we wanted to add in cycling a section of the ‘Congo-Nile trail’ – Paul found us someone excellent and adapted our journey to fit this in.
In short, we highly recommend Paul personally, and we know he has a great team working with him in Rwanda, and he is supported by the wider team of Shadows in Africa. You can’t go wrong by joining up with him.
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime trip
As a part of our honeymoon, we did a 5 days Safari via Hans (we did the Safari itself with Albert). Hans was really great with organizing, both took care of us really well, each problem we had they solved, when we didn't feel well took us to the doctors. It was a great trip, and we're all very thankful to Hans and Albert. I deeply recommend Felicia Travel!
Greta
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing driver with great driving skills and very helpful.
Our tour guide, Mr. Williams, was great. Couldn’t have wished for a better one. He helped us to get our delayed luggage, recommended some safari lodges and brought us everywhere safe with his van. Communication with Maurice was great and everything was as promised.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trekking in Kilimanjaro
We were a team of 9 people and organized the trip by Aardvark as we already took a safari trip with them a couple of years ago. Every aspect of the trip was great organized by the Aardvark team. All of us made it to the top. Special thanks to Mr. Philemon, definitely to recommend!
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent service and costumer care, keep it up.
Would like to say a massive Thank you so much for all our trips you organised and airport transfers. Great customer service, so helpful and quick responses. All trips were excellent.