RO
my safari
Me and my family (3 children 17,13,6 years old )have recently returned from a 6 day safari with Safarihub and want to recommend this travel agency to anyone planning their trip to Tanzania! they try to give you the best safari experience possible. From the first day we arrived , our guide and driver Cornellius took a very good care of us, and he was excellent. Very knowledgeable, with many years of experience as a guide, he was able to explain in detail animals’ behavior and way of life. He also has a true eagle eye and was able to spot animals even in a far distance! The Safarihub lodge selection is great.
The whole safari has been fantastic and unforgettable, and I think it’s a holiday you can never compare to anything else you did before. We got to see animals so close and simply observe their life.
Thank you for everything!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A beautiful reserve with an amazing wildlife
We really enjoyed our safari at Sabi Sands. First of all, in only two days, we managed to see the Big Five, plus a variety of other animals (antelopes, giraffes, hyenas, zebras, hippopotamus). The weather was nice, dry, a bit cold in the morning and night as it is supposed to be at this period of the year (winter). We stayed at Umkumbe Lodge, a human sized, owner run lodge, which really makes you feel at ease. Guides and staff were helpful and friendly, dinners around the camp fire were excellent and the sundowners in the middle of nowhere are a must. The situation along the Sand river allows you to watch the wildlife coming to the river just from your room.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about South Africa by Herve
South Africa, besides having a very diversified wildlife has a variety of landscape, from seaside mountains to bush, forests and canyons.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
9-day trip to Kenya
Arkman group is highly experienced in operating quality Kenya group tours. Not only are the dedicated staff and knowledgeable tour guides, but more importantly, it is their reasonable rate. I have compared the cost with many tour agents, and that Arkman offers the lowest rate and saved us a lot of money. Thus I think it is worth for me to take my time to write this review. Really really want to visit Kenya again!!! Thank you Arkman!
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Ahsante sana!
How can I descripe my trip?
Time flew too fast, operater was fantastic, landscape stunning, animals variegated, food delicious, guide professional, great accomodation, beautiful patch.... indiscribable!!! It was really great.
Ahsante sana for a very special trip!!
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
great, personal
Excellent service, provided according to each person's specific requirements and preferences.
OM
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A lifetime experience
Pamela and her tour is probably amongst the most hospitable and accomodating ones. Right from the day we contacted them to start the initial discussion right till now it has been a pleasurable dealing with her and the team. Truly professional and very nice people.
The whole tour was organised in a professional manner and taking into account all the factors. Really amazing!
I would recommend using Magical Retreats and Adventures to all.
A special thanks to Pamela and Joseph (our driver), They both are fantastic.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Be aware of Tony Kopolondo, a professional liar and cheater.
After good reviews on Internet, I contacted Tony Kopolondo in July 2015 and booked the 15-day Kenya and Tanzania safari tour. I transferred 50% of the tour cost to his bank account in Tanzania on July 11, 2015. The original tour departure date was June 22, 2016.
I sent my flight details in May 2016, one month before the tour schedule date and asked Tony to send me the link for paying the balance money by credit card. He informed me that the tour was postponed to August 14, 2016 as other members of the tour postponed it. I reluctantly agreed to the new date after getting assurance from Tony that the tour would be 100% guaranteed, I paid the balance money on July 19, 2016 by credit card.
On August 10, 2016 I sent an email to Tony asking about the tour arrangements including who would be coming to the airport to pick me up. Immediately, he responded saying that the tour was cancelled as one of the members of the other team passed away. I was very disappointed and lost faith in Tony and asked him to refund the money.
Tony Kopolondo has not given the refund even after 7 weeks of the trip cancellation. After repeated follow up, Tony informed me that the money was electronically transferred to my account on September 16, 2016. Even after repeated requests for a copy of the bank transfer receipt, Tony did not provide it and stopped responding to my emails. Tony lied to me about the money transfer without actually transferring it. He cheated me and I lost US$5000. I want everyone to know the true colour of Tony. Please don’t do the same mistake and book any safari tour with Kopolondo Expeditions.
Baburao, Perth, Australia – October 11, 2016
IE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Third time lucky on Kilimanjaro climb
We joined a group of 6 to climb Mt Kilimanjaro and we had been twice before with different companies but we never reached the top because altitude sickness. The safari was well organised and our friends had been recommended Daniel as a guide so we had requested for him and little did we know that he was going to be our Hero. We did Machame route and my wife and I knew that we will not make it to the the top but Daniel kept us occupied with stories that he has not taken anyone to Kilimanjaro and not made it to the top. Last day of trek was difficult we were both struggling and didn't know how far we had left and Daniel carried my wife first to the peak he came down running and to my surprise I am embarrassed to say that I also got a piggy back to the top we took a photo and quickly he took us back on the same order. We were so thrilled at his effort, he is so energetic and we cannot thank him enough. He made our dream come true.
BE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Uganda
Thanks Sander! Thanks George!
You brought us into a land that is not yet known to the general public and where you can enjoy very beautiful nature parks with many mammals, primates and birds .. We enjoyed the big five and also got chimpanzee and gorilla trekking there, which were quite fascinating. The North was very special to us with visits to the Ik people and the Karamoja tribe who live in a sublime landscape where you needed some good walking shoes to get to the Ik ... :-) No travel company in the Netherlands or Belgium goes to this area ... George, our driver, did everything for us .. well, he also functioned as a super guy, guide, mechanic, negotiator, tour leader, psychologist, talker, historian ..a MUST for anyone who wants to make this journey .. at a very interesting price that Sander made for us :-) ..
Sander and George - two in one for the ultimate African adventure !!! I'm giving you a 10/10 !!!