US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well Thought Out Itinerary
Pembury Tours (thank you Kerry!) provided us a well thought out itinerary. From the time we landed in South Africa to when we left in Johanessburg - it was a smooth trip. The guides were knowledgeable. The accommodation picked up for us was great specially Nottens Bush Camp in Kruger. We didn't know what to expect on our first safari but it exceeded our expectation. Kerry was able to provide suggestions so we can fill in our days with activities without being hectic. The transfers were easy even if we have to go thru Passport control. Kerry was easy to work with and very prompt. She was patient answering our unending questions . I would highly recommend Pembury Tours to anyone.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour exceeded the high expectations I had. Highly recommended.
Everything from the initial contact I made via email until the driver dropped us off in Nairobi at the end of the trip was excellent.
Our driver (Arony) was friendly, welcoming and a pleasure to spend our 4 day Masai Mara trip with. He got us into the best positions to see all the big animals up close, even taking into consideration the position of the sun for top quality photos! I felt he went beyond his duty to ensure we had a great experience.
The food, especially in the camp we stayed in, was delicious. The tents we stayed in were also of high quality. Better than I had expected.
All in all, if I was going to do a safari again in Kenya, I would choose Karibou again, and would request Arony as the driver.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It delivers safari excitement and tourists' expectations.
Tony's knowledge of Savuti environment - be they plants or animals or birds or weather or campsite officials - is vast and deep. He delivered answers to our ever-curious minds and we were about 20 in our group. In fact in my count I have included Tony and his fellow driver subconsciously! If safari is invariably a good experience, safari with Tony Mobile Safari is in deed a rare and sometimes a life-changing experience. Tony touched our hearts, I should say.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding safari delivers more than expected service.
From first contact to seeing me off at the airport 2 weeks after my tour ended, Zippy, Evans, John and Robinson looked after my every need. Zippy called daily to the crew to find out how I was and spoke to me directly on occasion to ensure that I was happy and comfy. No breakdowns, no accidents, everything went smoothly and the itinerary was well planned and followed. John provided great meals, and we even shopped together which I enjoyed. The vehicle even has wi-fi! Evans is an expert guide and is very passionate about his vocation. We had 9 days of unforgettable game viewing and site seeing. I was so happy with Australken that I hired a driver for 2 days of touring around Nairobi at the end of my stay in Kenya. Not only did I have Robinson to drive but John came as well and we had a great time together. I have been on several safaris prior and rate this one as the best one thus far and highly recommend Australken.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The tour operator is an expert in organizing these trips. I personally had good time. Wonderful stay
The communications is excellent always straight forward and on time. The service that we received was excellent because the guys know where the best places with the best food are. Not forgetting the tourist attractions that we visited which were marvelous and we learn a lot about the local people and their way of life, fascinating indeed. In terms of expectations they somewhat exceeded mine as I was blown away by the neat organization and by the way they are so informed I would swear they were reading my mind the whole time because everything I wanted to see I saw including that which I didn't expect to see, I did. I was truly blown away.
Botswana and Vic Falls
Kiboko helped us plan an excellent safari in the Okavango delta as well as Chobe and Victoria Falls. Would definitely recommend, especially the Okavango
NL
Personal and knowledgeable tour operator
Fantastic tour operator that obviously has lots of personal experience with (tours in) Africa. Level of service is great, communication went smooth. Focusses on small scale travels and sustainability. Highly recommended!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best adventure with the most awesome guide!
I booked the tour with my hostel and it went perfect without having to organize a thing. I got picked up on point, had very nice perople to go with us and a super nice guide. The cooking was great, the tours were even better. This is (about) the only tour who brings you right to big daddy so you can climb it (without having to pay extra). I am so glad I saw the desert with wild dog safari! Thanks for the memories!
NO
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Friendly,helpful guides giving us the best of Namibia-both in Etosha and The Namib Dessert
We started at Cardboard box,and on time we were on the road to Etosha and Halali camp site. Wonderful safari-days,mixed with great guides and perfeckt food. Also the same the week after when Wild Cherry brought us to Sesriem and Sousousflei. Awesome to sit in the dunes on Dune 45 waiting for the sun. well organized with such a big group. Thank you!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
AN ADVENTURE TO RECALL ANYTIME!!!
What can I say!! , First I would like to appreciate the gesture that Across the wild Tours offered to us, its my 3rd safari and I have never had a chance to be given a mobile phone with any other tour operator but Across gave us a cell phone with some talk time in it this is the way to go it really made us feel connected with them and avoided any doubt of no communications Bravo Fina! that was special.
This was the best trip we have ever had. The whole trip was so amazing, everything from the hotels to game drives and the animals we liked it. Watching those amazing animals was one of the best experiences and a memory that will stay with me forever .The service of the driver guide Steve we vote him first rate. He was our best guide, and we found him to be not only incredibly but also extremely kind and charming to be with. He also has very wide wild eyes to be able to find animals wherever they are hiding. It was a private trip and each day was better than the yesterday as we could always sit down with Steve to plan on how to go about the next day, so we were always surprised by new and exciting experiences. The safari was so amazing, We saw many animals, others up close making it easier to take photos.
We have visited many places in the world but Kenya has just stolen our hearts. Fina and Steve. Thank you to you both for making our trip a memorable one.