Safari Club
- Located In:
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United Kingdom
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2005)
- Member Of:
- ATTA & ATOL
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $63 to $1,501 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Jane | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
First Time with Safari-Club
Our recent trip to Kenya was the first time we had used Safari-Club and I doubt it will be the last. Having been on many safaris to Kenya over the last 23 years we knew where we wanted to stay in Nairobi and in the Masai Mara but wanted also to stay somewhere in the Laikipia area in the hope of seeing wild dogs. Sosian Lodge was mentioned as a possible venue and after some research we decided to go there and it was an excellent suggestion by Safari Club. On their recommendation we had a three night stay at Sosian and are so pleased we did as we saw a pack of wild dog on our second full day there. As to the Masai Mara I love Governors Camps so we did not require a recommendation as to where to stay there. All the arrangements (reservations, pick ups etc) for the whole holiday worked perfectly including Safar Club's suggestion that we stopped off at the Ole Sereni in Nairobi for a couple of hours or so before actually going to the airport.
Expertise and attention to detail delivers a fantastic safari experience...again !
This was the third time that I had used The Safari Club to arrange a trip to Africa.
Paul and Ellie have a wide range of experience of Africa and their attention to detail in achieving our specific requirements produced a fantastic trip which neither my wife and I will forget. They were in tune with what we wanted from the start which was wider than just a safari.
All the hotels and lodges were beyond expectation. All transportation arrangements worked perfectly. They were also able to assist with recommendations for additional trips and restaurants etc.
I would have no hesitation in recommending The Safari Club to anyone who wants the perfect African experience. In fact, we can't wait to go again.
Email David | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous service from Safari Club. Best babymoon ever!
My partner and I decided to do one last (for now) big trip before we embarked on a family and wanted to head to Africa to combine a trip to see friends in Cape Town with the chance to see the big 5 in action. We spoke to a few tour operators but eventually settled on Safari Club after speaking to Paul, one of their consultants. He was incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Africa and was able to put together an itinerary that took in everything we wanted to see and was great value for money. He really listened to what we wanted to do.
They arranged everything for us, all we had to do was get to Heathrow. Communication was great before, during and after the trip. When our flight from Maun in Botswana was delayed and risked us missing our onward connection home they kept in contact with us, our tour guide on the ground and had a back up plan in place in case we missed the connection. Thankfully we made the flight connection and never had to put plan B into action but it was comforting to know there was one.
The trip itself was amazing, after seeing the New Year in with friends in Cape Town we set off on our adventure starting at Victoria Falls which was incredible. We stayed at the Waterberry Lodge on the Zambian side of the Zambezi. We did a spot of line fishing, visited the market and of course saw the spectacular Victoria Falls.
Next stop was Botswana, and even the flight there was magical. When we boarded the pilot asked if we'd seen the falls from the air which we hadn't so he rerouted and flew directly over them, not a site I'm going to forget in a while. During the flight we saw zebra, antelope, elephants to name a few which gave us a taste of what to come. We did two camps in Botswana and both were spectacular. We saw so much wildlife, ate amazing food, drank great wine and beer and slept in the luxury under the stars.
What made this trip special was the people. Paul from Safari Club arranged such a fantastic trip that all we had to do was sit back and enjoy. The guides, hotel staff, transfer agents looked after our every need but it was never intrusive just there to help when you needed them.
I would highly recommend Safari Club if you are looking for a safari, especially if you want a tailored made itinerary and don't want to do your safari's in the back of the huge buses. Top marks. I wouldn't hesitate to rebook with them.
Email James and Jennie Henderson. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
We travelled to Namibia late december and Safari Club did an excellent job for us.
The safari to Namibia was the best we have ever done
Email Pete Bowcock | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wildebeest Migration and so much more
We had previously travelled with Safari Club to Zambia a few years ago having initially met them at a travel show and been impressed with their knowledge of Africa and willingness to listen to us and work with us to create our dream safari holiday.
We had always wanted to witness the wildebeest migration in Tanzania and contacted Safari Club for advice on when and where to go. As previously Paul was extremely helpful and happy to work with our budget to plan a trip for us.
Following Safari Club’s suggestions we opted for a private overland 4x4 safari visiting Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Crater before flying to the North of the Serengeti where the wildebeest were expected to be massing, before crossing the Mara River into Kenya.
The plan was spot on and after an enjoyable overland trip the highlight of which was following a large male leopard in Tarangire for almost half an hour. The trip to the Mara river was the other big highlight as we arrived just as a large group of wildebeest crossed the river in front of us, the huge crocodiles made a couple of attempts to grab one but on both occasions the wildebeest got lucky.
Our trip finished with a few days on the beach in Zanzibar, once again we were not disappointed, our beach hotel suited us perfectly.
If you are thinking of going on an African safari and want to talk to a company who will listen carefully to your ideas and provide plenty of knowledgeable and Impartial advice, then we would highly recommend Safari Club.
Email Pat & Steve | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Probably our best holiday ever
After watching numerous wildlife documentaries on TV we decided it was time to see Africa for ourselves.
We found several companies on line who appeared to be able to offer a complete tailor made booking service. After talking to several them we decided to book with Safari Club, as the consultant seemed to have personally visited most of the game reserves and lodges and her knowledge and advice was incredibly helpful.
Safari Club proved to be an excellent choice as everything worked like clockwork from the meet and greet service at the airport, to lunch on our final day in Nairobi.
As we had ten nights available our consultant suggested visiting three different and contrasting areas - Lewa Downs, Amboseli and the Masai Mara. This was a great choice as there was so much to do and see we never had a dull moment.
The service and quality of the safari camps that were recommended to us easily exceeded our expectations and the wildlife was amazing. On one day we saw four of the “Big Five” plus a cheetah mother with three small cubs that were incredibly cute.
When can we go again?
Email Anne | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent service as ever just what we have come to expect.
Safari Club have become the go to choice for holidays in Africa. Always helpful, reliable and knowledgeable. Nothing is too much trouble. When we have been abroad Paul has managed to sort out issues that have occasionally arisen quickly and efficiently and has kept us informed, even in remote safari camps. With another trip, booked for this year, and having now travelled with them since 2008 almost every year date to 7 different countries in Africa, I can only say use them. You won't be disappointed. Safari Club have always delivered for us and we have had some fantastic experiences in Africa and wonderful memories. Thank you Paul & Ellie.
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Email David Silcock & Annette Herholdt | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Rivers and rainbows in Zambia - a wonderful safari in South Luangwa
As regular clients of Safari Club we have come to expect excellent service - we were not disappointed. Clear communications and all pick-ups on time with very good drivers and superb guides. The South Luangwa reserve in the rainy season is a great place and (except for the many hippos!), not crowded. We are already planning next year with Safari Club.
Email Kate Grimmer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Heavenly Honeymoon
We wanted to do something completely special for our honeymoon and after lots of research decided that a week on Safari followed by the beach would be perfect.
We called a few different safari operators that we found on the internet and decided to book with Safari Club as the guy we spoke to seemed very professional and to understand exactly what we were looking for.
It proved to be a good decision as we were advised to consider Ruaha National park and Selous Game reserve for three nights each followed by six days in Zanzibar at a small boutique hotel. The price was lower than we expected and as everything on the safari was included so we were pleasantly surprised, that no big credit card bill was waiting for us at home.
We were treated like royalty at both the safari camps we stayed at with private bush dinners and lots of other little touches which made our honeymoon special. We were particularly impressed by the guides who seemed to be able to spot and identify small animals hidden in the grass from miles away and who kept us royally entertained with stories of the experiences of life in the bush.
The hotel in Zanzibar was also lovely the beach was superb with pure white sand although the tide went out a long way, the food was very good with plenty of fresh seafood washed down with a decent South African wine. We took a snorkeling trip to Mnemba Island which we loved and also visited Stonetown, which was interesting.
We both fell in love with Africa and are saving for another trip for our anniversary. When we will again contact Safari Club to help us arrange it.
My first time Safari
The arrangements were made with Safari Club Ltd by a friend who is a frequent traveller to Africa. She was delighted with her initial phone call and we went ahead with the booking. We knew exactly what we wanted and they carried out the instructions perfectly. Safari Club where thorough in their advice on health, weight on the private planes etc. All our requests were carried out in a very friendly professional way. Whether you are a new traveller or seasoned Safari Club will arrange a memorable Safari trip. I suppose the fact the directors have travelled there many times and know the area so well is a bonus to me as a new traveller
. Little Governor's Camp where we stayed in the Masai Mara was wonderful. Our driver/guide was so knowledge with endless patience we saw all the animals possible.
Our first two nights were spent by Lake Naivasha in Loldia House which is a wonderful house on the lake surrounded by animals and birds. The house is beautiful and food better than any famous restaurant in London. Well worth a couple of days either before or after the safari. Well done Safari Club I hope you will arrange another great trip for us.