Shikwaru Adventures
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Member Of:
- FGASA & SATIB
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $97 to $1,077 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Emilio | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great experience !
After a long wait for the known anti-COVID restrictions, we finally managed to make the trip to Namibia and Zambia. We relied on the South African tour operator SHIKWARU-ADVENTURES, which we highly recommend, that has impeccably planned the various stages of the tour allowing us to truly "taste" scenic and natural wonders (the wonderful Etosha park and the Victoria Falls) of the two countries. A very special mention goes to our guide Federica Aletti, who with her discreet but always attentive and punctual presence made our trip even more unforgettable. Ciao Federica, a big hug and see you on the next adventure in Botswana.
Emilio and Morena -Italy
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Email Raquel D'Onofrio | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience, exceptional service and great planning!
We spent about a week in South Africa with Shikwaru Adventures and everything was amazing. We did 4 days of Safari in Kruger, and visited Blyde Canyon. Federica’s attention was exceptional. We had to change our plans due to the covid outbreak and she was quick and responsive to accomodate and help us. She is very knowledgeable and happily answered all our questions about South Africa, the cutlure and the animals at Kruger. Everything was perfeclty organized, with enough time to do what was planned. We would 100% recommend and cannot wait to go back!
Email Jennifer S | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Two of the best guides in the business
Having travelled extensively in East and Southern Africa since 1990, I have experienced good and not so good guides. Without hesitation I can say Federica and Ruan are two of the best guides I have been lucky enough to travel with. Their passion for, and knowledge of, Africa and her wildlife is exceptional and infectious.
While on game drives, either Federica or Ruan gave us information on the animal we were watching. As keen photographers, they were able to spot animals quickly and know if something worth waiting around to photograph was going to happen – this was a huge benefit to clients.
In the evenings we were given a briefing of the following day’s itinerary, which usually included showing us on a map the route we would be taking. I have sometimes experienced guides who don’t mix with their clients at the end of the day, but Ruan and Federica were always sitting and chatting with us, were the last ones to bed and the first ones up each morning getting things ready for breakfast and the day ahead.
Both are great cooks. The meals on my trip were fresh, varied and delicious, including pastas, braais, stews, cooked brunches or lunches and some traditional South African dishes.
Any extra activities which clients wished to undertake were cheerfully booked by them.
As can happen while travelling in Africa we had a problem with our vehicle which required it to be off the road for a few days. Ruan and Federica showed outstanding leadership and organisational skills by helping to arrange for alternate transportation so our trip would not be disrupted, worked out what our food and equipment requirements for those days would be, as well as keeping us informed of progress on the vehicle’s repairs.
I had such a great time travelling with Federica and Ruan, I hope to travel with them again some day.
An amazing experience in Namibia during our 15 days trip with Shikwaru Adventures
Three years ago we’ve been to South Africa with Federica. Everything was so great that we decided to make another trip with her this year, in Southern Namibia this time.
Once again, we have muchly appreciated her great professionalism even when difficulties occured, her excellent ideas during all the trip, her tasty cooking, as she almost always cooked for us local dishes such as bobotie, and her wide cultural and historical knowledge of the country.
Federica is a very caring person who is always vigilant of the needs of each person in the group. She has a lot of qualities but what we really appreciated was her humanity, and her respect towards people as well as nature.
We also had a really good contact with Dewald, who was not only driving, but with whom we also shared a lot of happy moments with great kindness. We are already missing his delicious rusks and braai.
The organisation during the trip was really great, especially when we were camping. For example, five persons of our group didn’t get their luggage when we arrived in Namibia, so Federica made arrangements for us to have extra blankets and pillows until we got our luggage back.
There was also a perfect background organization, with Ruan, who was staying in South Africa and who was constantly checking on the phone with Federica to see if everything was all right.
Namibia is a big and amazing country, with its wonderful landscapes which are very diversified, as well as its wildlife, which is very important to respect and protect.
We had a fantastic experience, so we highly recommend this 2 weeks trip in Namibia with Shikwaru Adventures.
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Email Marion | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best and most beautiful trip ever
South Africa Rainbow tour was a trip to remember. Our gide Ruan is a great expert in all areas, good driver and a wonderful cook. Seen fantastic nature and heard many beautiful stories from him. The highlight was the big five, he did everything to spot it.
Moreover, he is careful with nature.So if you are considering a vacation to Africa, think of guide Ruan, who will give you a great holiday.
Email Janice | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Informative exciting fun and love to do again
I loved the variety of our tour staying in luxury accommodation right through to camping out on the Delta. Our guide Ruan really knew the country he was showing us and went out of his way to make the most of what turned up unexpectedly such as animal sightings along the roadside and meeting local people. I never felt afraid during the tour.
Email Tom P | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
outstanding experience
What a wonderful experience with wonderful guides. so much knowledge of the wildlife and the land with such a friendly and welcoming approach to the clients. Can't wait to go on the next one with Ruan and the team
Email Jake | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great tour guides
Great tour operators who care for the people on the tour and are very friendly. Very knowledgeable people who love their job and love teaching people about the wilderness. Would recommend
African tour
Shikwaru Adventures is where the tours are planned with the clients interests taken into account. Great service too. I highly recommend them for your next tour.
DE
Email Diana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best guides ever
You can travel through Africa, or experience Africa with Shikwaru.
I was also traveling with other organizers in Africa before, but every other trip to Africa I will do only with Shikwaru!
The travel program is not processed stupidly. Wishes are individually addressed to give everyone an unforgettable experience.
Whether land and people or the animals, the knowledge of the guides is impressive. Their contact with the locals is warm and respectful, for the safaris they take a look behind every single stone, making sure not to miss an animal (mostly successful).
With meals, the guides are very resourceful and intent on freshly prepared local dishes. Requests are always considered (thanks again for the lactose-free food).
Thank you for the unforgettable experience!!!