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Yu   –  
Japan JP
Visited: September 2018 Reviewed: Oct 8, 2018

Email Yu  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Everything went smoothly
5/5

What I appreciated the most is that Ute was always very quick to respond to my inquiries.
I was a bit worried pick-ups because I had to make changes few times due to flight schedule changes and activity I decided to include in a last minute, but there was nothing to worry about. We got picked up pretty much on time every single time.

I will recommend Roho Ya Chui to anyone. I will definitely use them again next time I plan African safari.

If I am to give my personal advise to people who are planning to visit Kruger, get an accommodation inside the park.

If your budget allows, go to a private game reserve instead of the Kruger National Park.
There were too many tourists there, which makes it very difficult to see rare animals.
We missed a leopard siting while waiting on a very long queue, and had to wait for a long time to see sleeping lions.
It was crazy.

I had so much better experience at Sabi Sands.

Marc Grahame   –  
United Arab Emirates AE
Visited: August 2018 Reviewed: Aug 19, 2018

Email Marc Grahame  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Roho exceeded our expectations with our Safari, from the smooth running to the quality of the guides
5/5

Ute was super helpful and incredibly professional and honest in helping us plan and book our safari to meet our travel schedule and budget.
Our guides were very good and punctual, we saw the most incredible animal sightings and were able to completely relax and enjoy the safari. I would highly recommend Roho and Ute and I look forward to booking our next African adventure with them.

Tricia   –  
United States US
Visited: June 2018 Reviewed: Jul 9, 2018

Email Tricia  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

5-star perfectly planned safari in South Africa and Botswana!
5/5

From our first email communications planning our family's first ever safari in South Africa and Botswana to helping locate a misplaced lens rental and its return, Ute's expertise and advice were impeccable! Ute planned the perfect safari for our family, and the intimate lodges and safari tours more than exceeded our expectations! The lodges were absolutely amazing. Food was delicious, even catering to one in our party with serious food allergies. The lodge staff and guides went out of their way to ensure that our safari experience was most memorable. Ute responded promptly to our inquiries and was extremely helpful! Our next safari will definitely be with Roho Ya Chui! Highly recommend Ute and Roho Ya Chui!

Cheryl   –  
Germany DE
Visited: November 2017 Reviewed: Dec 4, 2017

Email Cheryl  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Another amazing experience designed by Roho Ya Chui
5/5

This was our second flawless vacation designed by Roho Ya Chui. Ute always goes above and beyond to make sure the trip exceeds all expectations. The first trip we didn't know what to expect but for this vacation our expectations were very high and even then they were exceeded. Every transfer, every detail, every celebration was carefully mapped out and implemented. Wow, what a great time. AndBeyond was our safari provider and they were also 200%. Ute did a great job mixing the accommodations so we experienced all types of lodging. Although they were all different they were also all fantastic. Luxury Pure. So many fantastic memories. We will for sure use Ute at Roho Ya Chui and AndBeyond again and again. We can't wait to see where the next trip takes us.

Roman   –  
Germany DE
Visited: October 2017 Reviewed: Nov 9, 2017

Email Roman  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Great Sambia tour, top organisation, well planned
5/5

Ute from Roho Ya Chui organized a trip for my father and me to Zambia. This included all transfers in Zambia and the accomodations - which all turned out great. Communications with Ute were always were fast, friendly and professional. She took care of all our wishes, and we had a wonderful trip. We had a nice Lodge in Lower Zambesi (Kanyemba) and the probably best camp in South Luangwa (Flatdogs) - both with very good and professional guides. As for transfers we did road transfer by car, 20 passengers flight by plane (ProFlight) and 2 passenger flight in a tiny plane - and were kept very safe in all of them.
For my next trip i will contact Ute again and recommend Roho Ya Chui to everyone who would like to visit there as well.

nahal   –  
United States US
Visited: October 2017 Reviewed: Nov 2, 2017

Email nahal  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Seamless operations, perfectly planned trip!
5/5

Everything exceeded expectations. This was our first trip to Africa and Ute did an amazing job planning it. The communication was very easy and she was available for any questions we had. All the transport for the activities and between lodges was extremely smooth and punctual. We loved the lodges and the activities Ute booked for us, in particular devil's pool in Victoria Falls, Bakwena lodge in Chobe, and Machaba camp in Khwai. Our guide at Machaba Camp, Moreri, was terrific. Our drives with him were the highlight of our trip. We also really enjoyed the mokoro activity at Machaba. We highly recommend Ute and the itinerary she booked for us. Thank you!

John   –  
Ireland IE
Visited: September 2017 Reviewed: Oct 4, 2017

Email John

Very helpful with bookings. The safari tour itself was superb, all arrangements and transfers worked
5/5

Much better than expected. Lodgings were superb and the way the safari was organised worked really well.
Would highly recommend this tour to anyone and you will have a great experience

Sharon   –  
United States US
Visited: February 2017 Reviewed: Mar 20, 2017

Email Sharon  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

I would choose Ute Sonnenberg and And Beyond for ALL my future travel (safari).
5/5

I had previously been on safari in Tanzania with another organization and I really believed it could not be beat. And it truly was. Ute's choices and recommendations for us were so spot on, the number and choice of camps, how many days at each, giving us the perfect variety of game to visit. She was always responsive, adjusting our trip to accommodate our seemingly endless needs, and rather last minute too. She was amazing, booking our wonderful Cape Town Hotel as well. The consistent quality of And Beyond, (we did 4 camps, two in Phinda and 2 in or near Lion Sands) the incredible talent and training of our Rangers and trackers, was unfathomable, as was the hospitality throughout. We've only been home a week and can't wait to start planning our next trip. Way beyond expectations.

Manasa   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2017 Reviewed: Mar 14, 2017

Email Manasa  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Amazing 3 night safari in Kruger
5/5

My husband and I booked our safari through Roho Ya Chui. Couldn't have asked for a better experience! We decided to do 3 nights, 4 days. When I emailed Ute about this, she was very responsive and helpful. She planned the thing for us: our flights into and out of Kruger National Park, our accommodations during the safari, and our road transportation. We got 2 unique experiences: 1 beautiful lodge for the first 2 nights and then 1 night in an all-inclusive fancy bush camp within the park. We saw the Big Five, and SO MUCH more! It was just incredible.

Martin   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2017 Reviewed: Mar 13, 2017

Email Martin  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Exceptional experiences at Ngala and Kirkman
5/5

Well organized safari by Ute from Roha Ya Chui to Ngala and Kirkman. Transfers to and from the lodges was flawless. Importantly the driver that took us from Ngala to Kirkman noted a riot on our way and found a back road to take us to Kirkman. Another couple that was driving themselves on the same route that day was not so lucky. Their car was attacked, hit by stones and pushed from side to side, when they passed the burning tires on the road. We found another couple on the road driving in their car who were desperate as they were completely lost as there are no road signs at all. All of this is an indication that it pays to use a professional for your local travel needs and Roho Ya Chui did that flawless. The safaris at both Ngala and Kirkman were very exciting. It was like you were participating in your own documentary. We will go back for more.

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