Taf Mashiri Ceo + Matt Dohling Marketing Director
Savannah Adventures
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2021)
- Member Of:
- Zimbabwe Tourism Authority
- Tour Types:
- Short budget & mid-range tours (½ to 3 days)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $65 to $380 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Emma | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
overall great experience
We can absolutely recommend this safari with Mthabisi; a sustainable, heartfelt and unforgettable experience! we were staying at the Jollyboys Hostel in Livingstone, Zambia, and spontaneously decided to do another safari in Zimbabwe. That's how we came across this company, and it was a fantastic decision! We contacted them via WhatsApp; we found their number on their website. It was straightforward, and the staff were very helpful. Payment was also seamless. Crossing the border was easy, and from the border crossing, it was just a short walk to the N1 Hotel, where our afternoon safari began.
The tour took place in Zambezi National Park and was an absolute highlight of our trip. Our tour guide, Mthabisi, was incredibly friendly and helpful, explaining a lot to us and making sure we saw as many animals as possible.
We especially appreciated that the animals were treated with great respect and not disturbed unnecessarily. The denser bushes at the moment meant we had to look a little more carefully, but that's precisely what made the safari so authentic. The scenery was breathtaking, and we still saw a huge number of animals!
At the end, they even drove us back to the border, which was a really great and helpful service.
Email Jay J | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Chobe River Safari: Super convenient booking, excellent service, enjoyable game viewing
We booked a 1/2 day river Chobe River safari via Savannah Adventures. The booking was made barely 2 days before the trip and we were not sure whether we would be able to get the safari in. Savvanah's team was great in terms of coordinating the booking and making sure we got to go.
On the morning of our safari, we were picked up by Taf from our hotel in Victoria Falls on time in a clean and comfortable van and driven to the Botswana border, where Taf helped us with immigration formalities and then to find our transport to Chobe River. Our boat driver and guide, Mike, was very friendly and super knowledgeable and helped us see hippos, elephants, buffalos and other game and birds. We had an especially memorable elephant sighting with a herd of more than 50 elephants barely 50 feet from our boat.
The ride back was on time, quick and comfortable and we were left with several hours of sunlight to enjoy other activities in Victoria Falls.
Since we had a few clothes and shoes to donate to a local orphanage that Savannah Adventures supports in Victoria Falls, one of their team came to pick us up the next morning so we could go visit the children staying there and give them the items we had with us. This added experience was invaluable for us.
Many thanks Matthias and Taf for making our time in Victoria Falls so much richer.
SI
Email Polona | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Operator that delivers personalized, unforgettable experiences with passionate local guides
We had an outstanding experience with Savannah Adventures during our stay in Victoria Falls. Conveniently based at the N1 Hotel, where we were staying, they made organizing our activities and airport transfers seamless and stress-free.
We booked all our excursions through them (extended private 1-day Chobe safari + Quadripoint, Livingstone +Mukumi village, airport transfers), and every detail was handled with professionalism and care. The absolute highlight was our extended private Chobe safari—yes, it’s on the pricier side, but worth every penny. From start to finish, the day was unforgettable.
Our driver Eddie got us to the border smoothly, and then Richard, our safari guide, took over with incredible energy and expertise. He went above and beyond to make sure we saw as many animals as possible, and his passion for the bush truly made our first safari magical. KK led the water safari portion with equal enthusiasm, rounding out a day that felt both adventurous and personal.
Savannah Adventures combines local knowledge with top-tier service. If you’re visiting Victoria Falls and want a hassle-free, memorable safari experience, this is the team to trust.
Email John P. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our dealings with Matthias Dohling, Savannah Adventures Marketing Director, were fabulous.
My wife and I booked a trip to Victoria Falls. About four months before we left we booked a Chobe Quadripoint day trip with Savannah Adventures. Living in the USA we were nervous about Africa scams, but read the reviews and booked the day trip anyway and sent our deposit. While in Africa we were notified by Savannah Adventures that the Zambezi River was too low and we could not visit the Quadripoint, but they would extend other aspects of the trip to make up for it. We were disappointed, and decided not to go on the day trip. We asked for a refund of our deposit, and to our VERY pleasant surprise, Savannah Adventures immediately refunded our deposit. I would highly recommend this company. They are legit and have a lot of integrity.
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Email Izzati | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
I booked for half daytrip tour to chobe national park, Zambezi sunset cruise n also victoria falls town tour with matt n we have great arrangements after few changes made.me n my friends really enjoyed the tour n glad we managed to see the group of elephants crossing the river.thanks savannah team for this amazing adventure.
Email Ashan.B | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice walking tour of Vic Falls
Did the walking tour of Vic Falls, our tour guide Janet was great very knowledgeable and flexible in what we wanted to see. Easy walk nothing too difficult, the local artists were very impressive!
Email Marilyn & Bill | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable, friendly, polite & truly cared about making the trip enjoyable for everyone!
We found Savannah Adventures to be very professional & the best at offering adventurous & unique tours at economical prices. They always arrived early for all our tours & prepared for the day! All the tours we took (helicopter, train, boat & land safaris) were outstanding, beautiful & exciting & we have the pictures to prove it! We look forward to booking more tours with them in the future!
Email Tanita | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent tour operator in Vic Falls
Beyond the Falls – Discover Victoria Falls’ Hidden Safari Gem
An absolutely wonderful tour! I enjoyed every moment. I’ve been on game drives and safaris
before, this was simply one of the best! The care and attention to detail - sublime. I
captured some amazing pics and will definitely do this again when in Vic Falls!
SG
Email Darren | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Clear choice for value and reliability in Victoria Falls.
I booked four tours and airport transfers in the Victoria Falls area through Savannah. They were responsive and offered the best value for money among all the options I explored. The choice was clear—and I’d definitely recommend them.
Email Gillian Leach | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A totally professional, friendly, responsive and friendly operator.
We were a family of four travelling from UK to Victoria Falls. We stayed at N1 and wanted to make the most of our 11 days in Victoria Falls. We contacted Savannah Adventures and they immediately were responsive. They helped me compile an itinerary whilst in the UK. We paid cash upon arrival at N1. It was a simple and safe way of doing business. The game drives, and othe activities arranged by Savannah Adventures were superb. As well as the spectacular Falls, we saw countless animals, including rhino and lion. Everything went smoothly and has left us with best memories to last a lifetime. I even received a WhatsApp call in the UK from Savannah Adventures to go over everything. So professional. (One thing to remember if you are taking a child under 18 into Botswana, you need child's birth certificate. Savannah Adventures DID tell me but I forgot (fortunately I knew where it was and got a neighbour who keeps a key to go photograph it and WhatsApp it to me, so all was sorted in the end!). I would most definitely recommend Savannah Adventures to any of my friends who wish to travel to Zimbabwe.