Mariska and Rika - owners of eXplore Plus Travel
eXplore Plus Travel & Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2004)
- Member Of:
- Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
- Tour Types:
- Mid-range & luxury tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $1,600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
Exceptional service all the way, excellent & knowledgable guides, competitive price
We received just the best service ever from eXplore Plus Travel. As opposed to their competitors, the initial quote wasn't just a single line with a price, but included flight costs, airport taxes, optional extras ie Balloon safaris and advice on tips, drinks along the way etc. This helped us tremendously with budgeting and we were able to add on a few days afterwards to relax on the beach in Zanzibar - highly recommend this!! Every hotel was described in detail with photographs and everything was exactly as they portrayed. The tour was very well organised. Your bags were delivered to your room, collected in the morning and you knew exactly what the program was.
Our guide was amazing. They use professional and experienced guides and well maintained vehicles that are washed and cleaned every day! The guides stay in touch with each other, to maximise your game viewing. We saw absolutely everything - 3 cheetahs in one day plus leopard, lion feasting on a fresh kill, rhino, elephant, zebra and wildebeest galore...including 3 crossings! What an honour to see wildlife in their natural habitat - such respect for the animals by the guides! A bucket list adventure that far exceeded my expectations and I can unreservedly recommend eXplore Plus Travel.
Email Carol CRANDON | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
eXplore tours are professional and friendly and deliver what they promise
We did the Fly in Mana Pools trip. Everything was well organised and we had the most wonderful time. Would definitely have enjoyed one day more at Kanga camp. Sitting at the waterhole is so fantastic. We even saw a pennant winged nightjar. The hostess, Joyce, at Kanga camp is the absolutely fantastic. We would recommend this trip to anyone wanted to see one of the most beautiful places
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Email Tessa Hattingh SA for Don Davidson US | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
xPlore Plus are exceptional with arrangements! When itinerary changed, they went beyond expectations
As a retired travel agent, I was asked to assist with inbound guests from the USA for travel Zimbabwe, South Africa and Rwanda. Service and attention received from both Naomi and Rika was exceptional. At the time of personal changes to itinerary, both ladies went out of their way to assist and confirm at the least possible inconvenience and cost. Having personally travelled with xPlore Plus to the Serengeti, without hesitation, I processed the travel details through their company
Email Aletha | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Dream Egypt tour
From the moment we left Soutb Africa we were part of our happy tour group family, lead by Mariska, on of the owners of Explore Plus. Every place we stayed in during our tour of Egypt had been carefully selected and everything handled by Explore Plus, down to the finest detail, so that we had not a moment’s stress, with on hand local tour guides to assist.
The tour itself was magical. I never imagined the sights and experiences we had. The boat cruise was heavily, the accommodation 5 star, with excellent food, service and amenities. This is the trip of a lifetime. I literally only travel with Explore Plus because every time I go I am surprised at how the company goes that extra mile to ensure that our travels are incomparable.
Email Lizma | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive and helpful
We visited Tanzania and had a wonderful time. From start to end all communication, logistics, travel arrangements, places where we stay, the food & guide was extremely good!
We will definitely recommend eXplore Plus !
Email Arusha Dukhi | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent service while booking the trip and constant interaction during and after the trip as well.
Booking with Explore Plus was effortless. We booked a trip to the Serengeti in May. Naomi and Rita were fantastic and ensured that all our needs were met. They even went out of their way to send us a birding book with other customers, who they met at the airport (we live in a different city).
Their partners in Tanzania were amazing. Our ranger was excellent - he was very knowledgeable and made sure our trip was unforgettable. All flights, transfers, hotels, hot air balloon ride and food was exceptional. The Serena group of hotels were beautiful, comfortable and the food was delicious. The entire trip was excellent value for money. We had a fantastic, awesome trip that we will remember always. I will definitely book with Explore Plus again in the future.
Email Alayne | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Serengeti & Zanzibar
We recently returned from an 8 day Safari in Tanzania plus 5 nights in Zanzibar. The safari, taking in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, & Tarangire National Park was outstanding & we can highly recommend Explore Plus. Everything was so well taken care of, and the lodges were perfect. Book your dream holiday - you won't regret it! At the end of the Safari, add on a few nights in Zanzibar for some rest & relaxation.
Email Barry | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
After using Explre +'s services for the the first time we would not consider using anyone else.
Everything ran as smoothly as an atomic clock. The tour was so well put together from the tour operator to the flights to transfers to the lodges. The accomodation, the staff and guides top class.
Email Ling | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
An Unforgettable Serengeti Safari with eXplore Plus Travel & Tours!
Our recent seven-day safari with eXplore Plus Travel & Tours was amazing, immersing us in the raw and breathtaking beauty of the Tanzanian wilderness. The highlight point began at the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The concentration of wildlife within the crater walls is astounding. We were greeted by vast herds of zebras and wildebeest, elegant gazelles and flamingos, and the powerful presence of buffalo.
Then came the heart of our journey: four incredible days in the vast expanse of the Serengeti. Staying in a tented camp was a highlight in itself. Falling asleep to the symphony of the African plain night – the distant calls of hyenas, zebras and hippos, the rustle of unknown creatures. The service at the camp was impeccable; the staffs were incredibly warm, attentive, and always ready with a welcoming smile and a delicious meal.
The game drives were the core of our safari, and they were absolutely thrilling. The Serengeti delivered a spectacle of life at every turn. We witnessed lions lazily napping under rocks or trees, cheetahs graciously walking pass cars, leopard lying on a tree branch, hyenas sleeping in bush.....
The ultimate gift from nature was witnessing the Great Migration firsthand. On not one, but two separate occasions in a single day. It was a raw display of nature's power and survival that we will never forget.
None of this would have been the same without our exceptional guide, Mr. Pascal. His expertise was undeniable. With his sharp, experienced eyes, he could spot wildlife hidden to anyone else. His knowledge of animal behavior, tracks, and the ecosystem was deep and shared with passion. He expertly positioned our vehicle for the best and safest views, ensuring we had phenomenal photographic opportunities.
This was more than a vacation; it was the trip of a lifetime. Thank you, eXplore Plus, and a special thanks to Pascal, for crafting an experience filled with wonder, excitement, and priceless memories. We returned home not just with photographs, but with a profound sense of awe for the natural world.
Incredibly organized and well designed Safari experience
Starting from booking with eXplore, we felt in control of what the trip would entail and where our money is going. All the details provided to us, down to how to pack and what to pack was helpful.
We were certainly not disappointed by any part of the trip, one for the books for sure. Starting from the safari parks we visited to the incredible locations we stayed overnight. Let's not forget knowledgeable safari drivers and the well organized meal services - fantastic food by the way.
If I were to do this trip, we would have loved to have 2 days of safari in Ngorongoro Crater as its just an incredible hot-spot of wildlife. Along with the hotel in Ngorongoro, just amazing, another night would have made it perfect.
In our instance, our guide was a bit unprofessional and tended to 'party' with a few group members and left our land cruiser (of 3 cruisers) alone most of the time. This had to be addressed.
Aside from that, an absolute pleasure to have booked our trip through eXplore Plus. Thanks again.