FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
an unforgettable trip
an unforgettable trip.
we spent 15 days in South Africa with shikwaru adventures.
Thanks to Fréderica for the superb management and organization of the trip. Everything was perfect, from the accommodation to the visits. We shared unforgettable moments in the Kruger Park with Jerome, our guide, who is so passionate about nature and was able to show us all the flora and fauna.
Thanks also to Fils, who introduced us to Cape Town and its fantastic landscapes.
We highly recommend shikwaru for their beautiful tailor-made services.
Jocelyn & Dominique
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable safari experience with Kojuu Safaris
My husband and I went on a 3 night / 4 day luxury safari with Kojuu to Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti, followed by a few nights in Zanzibar to relax (a must!). We had an incredible time! Our only regret is that we didn’t go for longer — there’s so much to see and do in the region that I would recommend at least 5-10 nights of safari to really experience it all! Even with just a short trip, the Kojuu team designed an expert itinerary to maximize our time. Thanks to their planning, we were able to see the Big Five by our second day! We even had any incredible leopard spotting, which felt quite special.
Judith’s attention to detail and communication is fantastic. She is extremely fast, professional, and thorough in replying to questions during the lead up to and during the safari itself. She made sure every detail was to our liking and checked in regularly. It’s clear that she cares a great deal about her customers, and takes great personal care of each person she works with.
Our guide Aziz was so friendly and incredibly knowledgeable about the region, animals, and ecosystems. He took great care of us, making sure we had everything we needed at all times, were very comfortable, and saw all of the animals we were hoping to see. We had a new 8-seat truck all to ourselves, equipped with drinks, snacks, USB outlets, and even Wi-Fi. Each morning the truck pulled up at our lodge spotlessly clean, fully restocked, and ready for a day of adventure. Seeing giraffes and elephants up close was such an unreal experience. The family of lions we watched playing together early in the morning on our last game drive is a memory I will never forget!
What sets Kojuu apart from other safari operators is their deep knowledge and expertise, and extremely high commitment to delivering quality, personalized 5* service at every step. I would absolutely recommend Kojuu to anyone looking to plan their safari!
SI
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and reliable
From the start to the end our expirience was good. Everything that they promised they fulfilled. Staff was reliable and kind. Our driver Emanuel was amazing. He was always in a good mood and with a lot of knowlage about animals and national parks. He answered all of our questions, was very interesting to listen to and he stopped whenever we wanted to take pictures. Cook was amazing as well. He made tasty meals that were always different.
VN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding
Suricata provided an unforgettable experience. Expert, professional guides and delicious food. Strongly recommend.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable experiences directly with Gorillas and more!
My wife & I did a 6 day custom route safari from Kigali to Kampala with Lulu Safari & it was truly wonderful.
Ossman made the trip a wonderful experience. From teaching us about each animal as we saw them, to being lucky enough to see practically every species (Lions, Leopards, Buffalo, Crocodiles, Hippos, … the list goes on & on) in Queen Elizabeth park, Ossman truly shaped the trip.
Upon arrival our bags were delayed from the airline and Ossman ensured we had them the next day, driving many more hours to solve this major issue for us. We also liked the trip so much that we asked to extend for one day and within an hour he worked out the details and designed a new day that felt different than the rest.
A last minute custom trip like ours wouldn’t also have been possible without the behind the scenes support from Elvis. He quickly crafted the itinerary with wonderful accommodations (e.g: a dinner for 2 overlooking the Kazinga channel and a bull elephant grazing in the distance) and found the last few permits in Rwanda for the gorillas when we wanted to go.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good
The experience was over all amazing.
The game drive was awesome, we had a very calm, polite and sweet guide Jimmy (I’m giving him a 20/10, he is just amazing). I’m recommending him. We had the opportunity to see the Top 5 animals (Leopard, Lion, Elephant, Rinno and Buffalo)We had a picnic in Massai Mara on the second day, it was really a greaaaaaat experience.
Giving a 4 stars because the lack of communication with the agency.
Hellen was very responsive on emails but when it’s comes to coordinating the pick up at my place it was terrible. They sent the driver at 7,15 as agreed but didn’t gave him my number so he couldn’t contact me, i was still waiting for him until they called me at 8.30 to inform me he was downstairs waiting for me. So make sure to ask about name and number of the driver a day before
The Hotel (Jambo mara) is nice, with good employees. I had a bad room on the first day, apparently the hotel was full, I didn’t receive any communication about it. They made a Room change the next day. There was no hot water in the rooms and it’s winter time.
Booked and paid for a Massai Mara village visit but it didn’t happen again no communication from the agency.
I do recommend the agency, but make sure you ask all the needed information and point out all your needs.
And Again Thank you Jimmy you made this trip unforgettable. You are appreciated
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very accommodating, friendly and best at what she does.
Hands down, Donwel Tours and Travels more than exceeded my expectations. This simply was the best safari trip I have ever had in my life. And I have been to quite a few safaris in the past. From the bookings, travel arrangements and lodging at Voi Wildlife Lodge, the sheer variety and volume of animals I saw on the game drives was amazing. To top it all up, a stay at the beautiful Swahili Beach Hotel in Diani was something I will never forget. Thank you Donwel Tours and Travels for an exceptional safari experience. I will definitely be booking with you next time I visit Kenya.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
To be trusted and care taking
We were very happy about the service, especially the speed of the communication, we had a fantastic 5days trip and are still impressed by what we saw. We had a very experienced calm guide who made everybody comfortable. Lodges were nice with very good service.
IE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful safari which we will never forget.
Our family of 5 just returned from the trip of a lifetime and are still searching for words to express our joy and gratitude. Thanks to Porcupine Expeditions we experienced unforgettable moments. Anna is very professional and what's more, she's a very nice and helpful person. Responses to inquiries were immediate. Refining the details to meet our requirements was no problem at all. From the moment we left the airport at Kilimanjaro, we were under the care of the team. We didn't have to worry about anything. Every problem like transfer, buying a local sim card or other purchases has been solved immediately. The welcome we received in Arusha made a huge impression on me. Anna, her daughter Juliann and the rest of the team welcomed us with a family dinner. The way Anna treats and welcomes her guests makes it possible to integrate with the locals and learn about their culture, including the basics of the language :). Safari guide Mike was amazing. He tried to make us have as many impressions as possible. He didn't give up until we achieved our goal of seeing the entire Big 5. We had a very helpful cook on our safari. Anna's daughter Juliann is an incredibly nice person who makes sure everything goes well. Even when we went on another trip to Zanzibar, Anna kept texting me to ask if everything was OK with us. I sincerely recommend Porcupine Expeditions if you need to organize a safari in Tanzania and what's more at a reasonable price. I travel a bit around the world but I have never experienced such warm hospitality.
Thank you Anna, Juliann and the Team.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic Botswana safari coupled with wonderful Victoria Falls visit
I cannot say enough good things about our Pembury Tours safari vacation to Cape Town, Botswana and Victoria Falls. I was a little nervous about all the air and ground transfers as we moved from place to place, but the people and services set up to greet us at every step of the trip were flawless. There was someone helping us with transportation and through the lines at airports and visa entry points which made everything easy and comfortable. Our Pembury Tours travel agent, Kerry Ririe, was always available via phone or WhatsApp, and that connectivity was reassuring throughout our trip.
I loved our three nights at Camp Xakanaxa. It was beautifully situated in the Okavango Delta with large decks overhanging the water where we enjoyed cocktails and wine around a fire every night. The sunsets and sunrises were so gorgeous there. The camp was meticulously kept up, our tent well-tended to and housekeeping stellar. The food was delicious. They set up a dinner one evening in the courtyard with tablecloths and lanterns. It looked magical and truly felt like an outdoor safari dinner. They also provided wonderful boat rides on the water to view the hippos and birds.
The Xakanxa safari guides were wonderful at the camp, joining us for meals and making sure we were informed every step of the way. Our guide was Ketz - he was super. We saw lots of animals, including a pride of 8 female lions devour a large Cape Buffalo while it was still alive. What a NatGeo moment!!
Chobe Game Lodge was beautiful and very modern. Our rooms had flower petals spread over our beds when we arrived -- nice touch! We were kept very busy there with safari outings in the morning and late afternoon and a boat ride on the Chobe River right after lunch. Our guide was Irene, and we saw hundreds of elephants, lots of lions (and their cubs), giraffes, baboons, crocodiles, zebras, cape buffalo and of course the ubiquitous impalas. They also set up tables all around the grounds one evening so you had your own intimate table by yourself. The table area was lit with lanterns and service was great.
Both Camp Xakanaxa and the Chobe Game Lodge were full-service arrangements, meaning all meals were included as was an open bar. Our safari outings on land and water were always supplemented by water, sodas or other refreshments. If it was a cool morning we were provided blankets to keep us warm. The jeeps and boats were always clean and comfortable, and operators focused on traveler comfort and safety while seeking the best wild animal viewing opportunities.
Victoria Falls was mesmerizing. The water level was pretty high and we had a great guide named Lucky leading our tour. The Hotel Ilala was very nice and situated very near the Falls. The lodging at Ilala included a magnificent breakfast. All the staff we engaged with were extremely courteous and helpful.
We used Uber to get around Cape Town and that proved to be very easy. Pembury Tours arranged our tickets to visit Table Mountain. We got up to the top in the morning and were able to enjoy the stunning views of Cape Town. We stayed in The Commodore Hotel down near the waterfront and enjoyed exploring the shops, bars and the aquarium. The Commodore breakfast was superb, and we sampled evening dinners at nice restaurants (Villa 47 and Codfathers) in the local area.
The foundation of our highly successful safari vacation was Kerry Ririe! Beginning months before our Pembury Tours down payment and contract signing, Kerry was helpful with email exchanges addressing questions and concerns we had. She volunteered advice and counsel as we tailored our safari itinerary, and once in country she kept in touch periodically to ensure all was going to plan. When our departing international flight was suddenly canceled and slipped 24 hours, she quickly arranged for an airport pickup and hotel rooms for the three of us. She ensured our daughter was surprised with a birthday cake and champagne at Chobe Game Lodge -- how considerate! Kerry was fantastic and made the trip so enjoyable for us in every respect. I highly recommend her and would definitely use her Pembury Tours services again.
