35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Flawlessly Planned 3-Generation South Africa Safari!
Kathi planned the most epic trip to South Africa for our family, and we couldn’t be more grateful! From start to finish, we didn't have to worry about a single detail, all we had to do was show up and enjoy exploring this beautiful country. Everything was seamlessly arranged: flights, ground transportation, accommodations, tours, and incredible experiences.
Planning for a large group with an age range from grandparents down to a 5-year-old grandchild is no small task, but Kathi hit it out of the park. She managed to check off every single person’s bucket list items!
Our stays in Johannesburg and Cape Town were fantastic, super convenient to shopping and top-notch dining. But the game reserves Kathi selected truly blew us away. She chose two distinct reserves that gave us a genuine appreciation for South Africa’s diverse terrain:
Madikwe: Our 5-star private reserve and lodging were unmatched. Our safari guides were incredible, teaching us about bush plants and wildlife while delivering mind-blowing animal sightings, all with immense respect for the animals.
Kariega: The Homestead felt like our home away from home. The experience here was unforgettable, featuring both land safaris and river boat drives. Our guides gave us deep insights into the land, local culture, and crucial conservation efforts. Saying goodbye was so hard!
To top it all off, our Cape Town adventures were led by an exceptional local tour guide and driver who gave us such rich context on South Africa’s history and people.
Kathi gave our family the adventure of a lifetime. If you're looking for an attentive, expert travel planner who takes all the stress off your shoulders, look no further!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Service from Start to Finish!
I cannot recommend NextGen Safaris highly enough!
From my very first inquiry, Benald understood exactly what I was looking for and designed an itinerary that perfectly matched my interests. My dream was to experience Uganda's highlights, especially gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, and safaris, while also learning more about Uganda.
Communication was excellent from the beginning. Every email and every question was answered quickly and thoroughly, and I always felt that my trip was in good hands. Benald also provided valuable advice on flights, visas, etc., making the entire planning process easy and stress-free. His website and blog also contained a wealth of valuable information.
What impressed me the most was the level of personal attention, including redesigning the itinerary according to my wishes. My initial planned budget for this trip was lower than the first proposal, and instead of simply saying it wasn't possible, Benald carefully redesigned the itinerary, suggested great alternatives, and found a solution without sacrificing the experiences that mattered to me. Throughout the planning process, he was patient, honest, and incredibly responsive to every question I had.
Then came the time for my trip. Renatus, who is the driver and guide extraordinaire, met me at the airport. Being on the road with him really exceeded my expectations. He provided tons of information about Rwanda and Uganda, their cultures, plants, birds, and wildlife, while answering every question I had. At the same time, he always gave me enough time to simply look around during the drives, enjoy the scenery, and take everything in.
He was excellent at planning and managing every aspect of the trip and also gave some great tips before the gorilla trekking and safaris. He made the whole journey incredibly interesting and fun with his stories and wonderful sense of humor, making conversation feel effortless. Renatus definitely deserves a huge and heartfelt "thank you" from me for everything.
The gorilla and chimpanzee trekking experiences, as well as the safaris, were truly unforgettable and exceeded everything I had hoped for.
I'm also very glad I had the opportunity to experience the Bigodi community and its surroundings on guided walks with Godfrey, a local community guide from Bigodi. He truly is a treasure trove of fascinating facts and stories about the local community, wildlife, plants, and birds. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversations and learned so much from him. Spending time with him was one of the unexpected highlights of my trip.
After this trip, I can honestly say that NextGen Safaris truly values its guests and goes the extra mile to make their trips more than worthwhile.
If you're looking for a safari company that listens to your wishes and provides outstanding service from the planning stage to the very last day of your safari, I can wholeheartedly recommend them.
Thank you to everyone involved for making my dream trip become a reality!
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
humorous, kind and professional
We spent three days in Kruger National Park and had Muzi Sibiya as our safari guide. We couldn’t have asked for a friendlier, more humorous, or more professional guide! Muzi went above and beyond to make sure we had an unforgettable experience and felt comfortable throughout our stay.
He is a true wildlife lover and incredibly knowledgeable about the animals and the park. Thanks to his sharp eye we were lucky enough to see almost all of the Big Five (unfortunately, no leopard!), as well as many other amazing animals that we would never have spotted on our own.
Overall, it was an incredible experience, and a big part of that was thanks to Muzi. We highly recommend him to anyone visiting Kruger National Park.
Thank you Muzi!
– Carolina from Sweden & Fred from Australia
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Smooth Experience
We had a lovely time with our guide at Parabolic Safaris the views were insane. And the team was extremely kind and considerate throughout our journey. Will definitely be back again soon!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator was on time and also did much extra to help us
I had a wonderful experience with Parabolic Safaris. The communication before and during the tour was excellent, and everything was well organized. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and always on time, making us feel safe and comfortable throughout the trip. We saw amazing wildlife and beautiful scenery, and the entire experience exceeded my expectations. The tour was great value for the money, and I would highly recommend Parabolic Safaris to anyone looking for an unforgettable safari adventure. Thank you for making this trip so special!
CN
Professional and passionate, kind
We would like to express our heartfelt thanks for an incredible 7-day safari in Tanzania.
A very special thank you to our guide, Culvety. He was warm, professional, patient, and incredibly responsible throughout the entire trip. Thanks to his experience and dedication, we had the adventure of a lifetime. These seven days will remain one of our most unforgettable memories.
We completely fell in love with the breathtaking beauty of the Serengeti and everything Tanzania has to offer. It exceeded all of our expectations, and we are already looking forward to coming back again in the future.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Efficent
Excellent value for money. The guide, Shedrack, was knowledgeable and hospitable. David, who handled our case, always responded quickly to any needs.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
They were winderful! Good service good smile I really enjoyed Heart if Africa!
Heart of Africa offers wonderful service! Payments are reliable, and the manager is very flexible and accommodating.
The team is highly skilled and provides affordable services. The food is excellent, the rooms are clean and comfortable, and the surroundings are well maintained. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and highly recommend choosing Heart of Africa for your vacation!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional, safety-focused, and always attentive to every guest’s needs
I visited the Mara River, the Serengeti , and Ngorongoro . During the trip, I was lucky enough to see the Big Five, wildebeest river crossing, and even watch buffalos chase a lion away. Yes, that’s right—not a lion hunting buffalo, buffalos driving a lion away! Early one morning in the Ngorongoro , we also saw
two black rhinos,which was an unforgettable experience.
Our guide, Johnson, was extremely responsible and professional. Every day, he was ready and waiting for us before departure, and he had all the food and beverages we needed for the day prepared in advance. A big thank you to Johnson and the entire team for making my five-day journey in Tanzania such an unforgettable experience. Thank you! Appreciate.
CN
Excellent time in Uganda
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just finished an epic 6-day safari in Uganda and I’m still buzzing! We saw everything: elephants, hippos in Queen Elizabeth Park, and the absolute highlight—gorillas in Bwindi. Unreal! 🦍
But honestly, the real MVP was our driver-guide, Enock. The guy is a legend! He has eyes like a hawk; he spotted animals I would have never seen. Plus, driving on those roads isn't easy, but he was smooth and made us feel safe the whole time. Enock wasn't just a driver, though—he was fun to talk to, super patient with our questions, and shared so many cool stories about his country. It felt less like a tour and more like a road trip with a knowledgeable friend. If you're booking a safari, do yourself a favor and request Enock. You won't regret it! 🙌🇺🇬