RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Caring and educated driver, delicious food
We had an amazing camping safari with this company. The driver Rocky was very nice and funny, he told us a lot about animals and spotted a lot of them. The chef Musa was incredible, we had all our favorite Tanzanian dishes , they were super tasty! The tents were spacious, we didn’t feel cold at night.
We highly recommend this company and their high quality service!
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our trip was amazing and memories are still fresh.
We were indeed lucky that this agency chose Claude as our guide. He was so fantastic that he could spot leopards that no one else could spot. He had great knowledge about birds, butterflies, plant species, insects, and of course all animals. Apart from being very fast on email responses, the team back in the office keeps in touch with us on the safari. They proposed for us both luxury and mid-range properties and we had to choose what favors our budget, this shows you how friendly this team is, they keep in mind a guest’s budget too. We were even allowed to suggest or eliminate anything from our tour in case we did not like it. Our trip was amazing and memories are still fresh.
We shall tell our friends about Hermosa Life tours and Travel in Kigali. They are so caring.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable safari experience in Southern Africa
Our experience started months before during the planning with the amazing Susan. This was our first time visiting Africa, and she was always very open, communicative and listened to all of our wishes and wants and made us feel like we were in very good hands.
We had a set budget for this trip, but wanted to celebrate our 30th birthdays in a memorable way, so Susan made sure to encompass all the highlights within our set budget.
Our tour was a 9 Day Botswana and Victoria Falls Safari.
We started with 3 nights at the Oddball's Camp within the Moremi Game Reserve (On the East side of the Okavango Delta). This was a beautiful experience. The camp is deep in the heart of the Okavango, and only accessible by light aircraft (where you can see beautiful aerial views of the Delta). Oddballs’ offers no motorised activities, so it is really just you and nature.
We had the luxury of being the only guests at the camp at the time, so we had a lot of privacy and attention from the staff.
Every day, we had two game walks, which was a beautiful opportunity to explore the game reserve by foot and really be one with nature and animals. Our guide was Raps, who was incredibly knowledgeable and had great eyes for animals even from afar.
With Raps as our fantastic guide we were able to track down a Lion, see multiple herds of elephants and zebras, buffalos and pods of hippos. And even a leopard!
We also had the excitement of seeing Lions during dinner, 2 out of the 3 nights we were there.
On our last full day, that is when I celebrated my 30th birthday, and it was truly magical. Pony (the camp leader) helped organise a private candlelit dinner on the deck and surprised me with traditional dance and songs performed by the entire staff. It was truly unforgettable. And hat's off to Kay and the catering staff, the food was divine!
Oddballs has definitely found a special place in my heart, and I will always remember Raps, Pony and Doc dancing while we took off to head over to Chobe.
Our time at Chobe was also amazing. This time our safaris were either drives or by boat. We stayed at Chobe Bush Lodge in Kasane, and the whole pick up and transfer went smoothly. We did not need to wait at all.
We had two activities per day and even had our own private boat ride and were able to visit Namibia for a day trip. The staff were incredibly helpful and the food, delicious!
Here I will also have to commend Susan's amazing communication skills and proactiveness, as I had forgotten a bag in the previous camp and informed Susan about it, and she was incredible and managed to have my bag brought back to me in less than 24h!
The drives in Chobe were completely different every day. We were able to see massive pods of hippos, a pride of 15 lions, wildebeest, crocodiles and an incredible amount of gorgeous birds.
Our final stop was in Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. The hotel was beautiful. Shongwe Lookout. With a lookout tower to view the Zambezi River and the falls' spray.
Here we were able to view the falls from all angles! By foot (prepared to get soaked, but such a fun experience), by helicopter (we had a 12 min ride) and by tram during sunrise. (with the Bamba tram)
All in all, an INCREDIBLE, UNFORGETTABLE experience, and I could not thank Susan & Discover Africa enough.
Highly recommend, and already excited to book the next tour with you! <3
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best tour operator I have had the honour of meeting, professional, kind, helpful and very knowle
This was the best guided tour I have experienced, as a South African citizen we take the beauty of our country for granted, I walked away from the guide not only feeling proud to be a local but also seeing the our country, ecosystems, landscapes and animals with fresh eyes. Thank you to our tour guide Benny for helping me tick a bucket list item!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Efficient and fulfilling tour
I was in Johannesburg for work and only had one day to try to fit in some sightseeing. At the last minute I found MoAfrika tours and booked something the day before. They were extremely communicative about my pick up time, had comfortable vehicles to transport me to Pilanesburg - including hotel pick up and drop off - and I got to see a lot of animals including elephants, giraffes, zebra, wildebeest and hippos! It was the perfect tour for a solo traveller.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Ker-Downey-Excellent
REVIEW OF OUR TRIP TO SOUTH AFRICA
My daughter and I went to South Africa in the middle of April, 2023. We worked with Sarah and her assistant Bronwen of Ker-downeyaftrica. The initial consultation and several after were with Sarah. She understood immediately what we were looking for, since I am older and have some walking issues. Her first Itinerary draft was excellent, but as we discussed things further, she was more then willing to make adjustments. Everything was arranged for us, Meet and Greet, Private Car with Driver/Tour Guide, Restaurant reservations, Spa reservations and all transportation within the Country. Our stay in Francheek, CapeTown and Mala Mala were absolutely perfect. We consider this our “Magical Holiday”. Thank you, Sarah and Bronwen.
Suzy Gellert and Elizabeth Bottcher
CH
Very professional and knowledgeable tour guide!
We had a great time! Our tour guide, Benard, was very knowledgeable and extremely nice! Emmah was likewise very efficient and prompt in responding to our queries, which greatly facilitated the booking/planning process! Highly recommended!
KR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgable & fun!
We did a three day safari tour in Masai Mara, and had such a fun time. Our tour guide kindly and thoroughly answered our incessant questions about everything. They were also an excellent driver, which is always a plus when you have to drive through bumpy, muddy terrains. Would recommend.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience!
I had a wonderful time with sandpiper safaris for 4 days. Abouh and Jovin are very professional and friendly. From the reception at the airport until the last day everything was perfect. the hotels we stayed in were really beautiful. I had a fabulous experience sleeping in a tent in the savannah. It was a magical moment and hearing the lion cry in the night will forever be in my memory. the landscapes are magnificent and I loved every second of my safari. The days passed too quickly unfortunately. I am already thinking about my next trip. thank you for everything and for making my stay unforgettable.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
a week of rest and relaxation!
We loved it! We had a 5 day budget safari in Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire. We got to see the big 5, our guide Super/Hermann had the sharpest eye and answered our most ridiculous questons. The accommodations were also nice, the food was amazing :)
I loved the organization of the whole thing, I felt like I had to do nothing, the logistics were perfect.
We also did the waterfall/hot springs tour with Elis, we loved it as well! Daudi later helped us exchange money at a bank in Arusha, which was very helpful!
All in all, 5/5.
