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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The "adventure"of a lifetime
This first trip to Africa was a trip I took as a gift to myself for my birthday . The trip was something I have wanted to do for as long as I can remember. My family came with me, ( my daughter and her boyfriend and my son). John had 2 women, a mother and daughter who also joined our tour. They were such great company and really added to our enjoyment.
I knew I had wanted to use John for the trip. My friends used him, they are very well traveled and only had very good things to say about John.
From my very first contact with him our relationship became very easy and confrontable. John kept in contact with me throughout the planing process. For me that was almost a year. John was always cheerful, helpful, conscious of our aloted time for the trip, desires of what we wanted to do, the "must" things we felt were things we had to do, all the while being conscious of our budget. He planned out the most amazing adventure with such beautiful lodges( some of which he was able to get upgraded for us). He sent out frequent information so we had no surprises about what to expect when we arrived in Africa. We were so well prepared for the trip.
When we arrived John was sure we were greated and well cared for. All of the places we stayed and all the guides we used were know personally to John, making our experiences very special. We formed close relationships with our guides who were entrusted with our safety as well as being our link between the wildlife we saw and learned about. We experenced Africa in ways that were wonderfully overwhelming to us. It was/is an experience that is very hard to articulate about. So special . The best thing I could say about the tour, John himself, as well as our experience, is that we will return and would only use John's company. When visiting a foreign land and venturing into the wild, you want to know who you can depend on personally, John and African Adventures Safari Company is that touring company.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Personal service great trip
The guide picked me up at my hotel about an hours drive from the embarkation point. We had a wonderful conversation about life in Uganda, its history, current conditions etc. I really enjoyed the personal service. The boat staff were also very friendly and informative. I enjoyed my time at the chimpanzee sanctuary. Then the Prime Safari guide picked me up and had a most enjoyable trip back to my hotel with a stop to purchase crafts. I really appreciated all the personal attention.
Good service and enjoyable experience
Good service, driver very knowledgeable. Great accommodation, overall very pleased
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Can't imagine anyone doing it better than Shadows of Africa
From the start of communications (about 6 months before we left on a two-week trip to Tanzania) to the busy weeks just before we left, to everything that we experienced while we were there, and the follow-up afterward, Shadows of Africa exceeded our expectations and then some. We bounced all over the country while we were there, did the normal safari things up north in addition to some very off-the-beaten-path locations elsewhere, and everything was done and handled in a top-notch manner. Our rep (Jake) and our tour guide (Fred) were consummate professionals and we couldn't have asked for any better. We're going back next year, and we're working with Shadows of Africa, period.
AE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
wonderful holiday. Sylvesters team were fantastic.Robin was the best. Well informed enthusiastic
Everything met our expectations and beyond. Hotels were great. Safari drivES brilliant
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Flawless planning for trip of a lifetime!!
Maurice planned a flawless trip for my wife and I in Tanzania that included a 6 day safari and 5 days on the beach in Zanzibar. From the second we landed until being dropped off at the airport to leave, we did not have a single worry as all transportation, food, and lodging was taken care of! Would recommend Africa Safari Classics services to any friend. They allowed my wife and I to plan a perfect trip at gorgeous accommodations and we saw the big 5! Zanzibar was amazing and the resort where we stayed was unbelievable! Thanks Africa Safari Classics!
MY
Unique experience
Our trip to Johannesburg on May 2017 was the first time. The trip was more to personal customized. Price was reasonable. Although Malcolm expertise is in 4x4 tours but he worked hard to make our trip become memorable. We did Safaris tour and he enjoyed entertained my son, wife and I about various animals and its habitat. Instead of Safaris, we also enjoyed and appreciated to Malcolm for his willingness to tell the brief about Johannesburg and South Africa, almost everything!...
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic trip to Southern Africa - Cape Town, Safari and Victoria Falls
My wife and I enjoyed an amazing tour of Southern Africa that was extremely well planned. Having traveled extensively around the world, we feel this was one of our best trips. The guide in Cape Town took care of us from start to finish over 3 exciting days where we enjoyed a great white cage dive experience, a tour of some beautiful wine valleys and a great day in and around Cape Town (with lots of bonus activities that many tourists likely do not see). We were escorted to the airport for transfer to a private reserve near Kruger for 4 days of wonderful safari at the Kambaku River Sands. This was absolutely amazing with so many animals seen and the privilege to enjoy afternoon game walks (tracking the animals on foot!). We finished with a couple of days in Zambia to enjoy the beautiful Victoria Falls with a stay at the Taita Falcon Lodge. Overall, the trip was fabulous with every step well arranged and well coordinated. Thanks for a trip of a lifetime!
NL
An unforgettable experience in an overwhelming nature surrounded by lovely people
From the beginning the communication was good. There was always a very quick and accurate answer to our questions. Magda listen very well to our wishes and organised a safari that totally fits us. The service was great and the lodges were amazing. Sometimes because the lodge was just so close in nature you can hear and see animals so close by. Sometimes because of the wonderful view or because is was so luxurious.
Especially because of the very personal touch during our safari and our great driver, we can say that Magda and her team made our big dream come true. We are very grateful we had this wonderful experience!
DE
Fantastic Masai Mara safari
I had three days to spare in Kenya after a work trip to Nairobi, and after shopping around I booked a two night trip to Masai Mara with Africa Flash Mc Tours. Peter was great to work with and the logistics were all really clear and everything was well organised. I was in a van with some great people which made travelling to and from Masai Mara fun, and the Mara Sopa lodge that we stayed in was lovely. The staff were friendly, the roaming monkeys were feisty, and the food was delicious. I wish I could have had some extra time to just hang out at the hotel.
The safari itself was as terrific as everyone says, and the memories of the Masai Mara will last a lifetime. In addition Peter was available and helpful on the couple of times that issues arose. I strongly recommend this business.