Meet The Team - Carien & Chante
Desert Air Africa Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Member Of:
- NTB & TASA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $217 to $2,481 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Ulrike | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional wish granter
We had a dream vacation. Beautiful accommodations, fantastic tours, transfers, and flights—everything went smoothly and on schedule. Someone was always available, and we received very quick responses. That gave us a sense of security and peace of mind. Carien from Desert Africa Safaris thought of everything. It really makes sense to have your vacation planned by someone who is based locally and knows the lay of the land.
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Email Ewelina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding organization and professionalism
We had an amazing rtop to Namibia! The landscapes, wildlife and overall atmosphere of the counrty were simply incredible.
The locall travel agency did an excellent job organizing every aspect of our journey. Everything was perfectly arranged, from transportation and accommodation to excursions and daily activities. The team was professional and always ready to assist.
Tkanks to their outstanding organization, we could relax and fully enjoy our holidays without any worries.
And we will definitely return to Afrca!
We highly recommend this local travel agency to anyone looking for a memorable and well-planned travel expierience!
Thank you very much Carien !
Email Thanos Foufoulas | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding Planning, Professional Team, and a Truly Perfect Safari
We traveled through Namibia for one week in May 2026 as a group of four, and Desert Air Africa Safaris – especially Carien – created an absolutely unforgettable, trip‑of‑a‑lifetime experience for us. Their guidance in designing our fly‑in safari itinerary was exceptional: every lodge, activity, and transfer was thoughtfully chosen and perfectly sequenced.
What impressed us even more was how they handled unexpected changes. When one of our flights was canceled and a lodge became unavailable, Carien and the Desert Air Africa Safaris team stepped in immediately, reorganizing flights and adjusting the itinerary so smoothly that our trip remained seamless. We never felt stressed; we felt taken care of.
Throughout the planning and the journey itself, they were highly professional, responsive, and proactive. Their deep knowledge of Namibia, from logistics to lodges and local highlights, showed in every recommendation and every detail.
We would unequivocally recommend Desert Air Africa Safaris to anyone considering a fly‑in safari in Namibia. They turned what could have been a complicated trip into an effortless, extraordinary adventure that we will remember for the rest of our lives.
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Email Ellen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Perfectly Planned Fly-in Safari – Desert Air Africa Safaris Went Above and Beyond!
Our family had an absolutely wonderful holiday in Namibia, and we cannot thank Desert Air Africa Safaris enough for making it so seamless and memorable. From the very start, the planning process was a true collaboration. We provided our target destinations and budget, and they came back with a thorough first proposal. We then followed up with a Zoom call to fine-tune the itinerary, and they genuinely listened to our wishes. They didn't just give us a cookie-cutter package; they helped us craft a trip that felt perfectly tailored to our family.
The arrangements on the ground were flawless. We asked for a VIP airport pickup service, which they didn't originally offer. However, they went out of their way to source this for us. Even when our arrival flight changed to an earlier time, they immediately re-arranged the pickup without any hassle. I highly recommend this service to future travelers—it saved us so much time getting through customs, which was a blessing after a long journey. The hotels and routes they suggested were excellent. Every property offered great value for money, and most were genuinely outstanding choices that enhanced our overall experience. We also really appreciated that they kept in touch with us via WhatsApp throughout the trip, regularly checking in to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed.
We did have one minor incident—we unfortunately lost some cash during a hotel stay. We reported it to Desert Air Africa Safaris, and they jumped into action immediately. They contacted the hotel directly on our behalf and worked with them to sort out the situation, which gave us great
Overall, it was a 5-star experience from start to finish. We felt safe, supported, and truly valued as customers. I would highly recommend Desert Air Africa Safaris to anyone planning an adventure to Namibia. We will definitely be booking with them again!