SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A reliable, helpful and friendly safari operator
Ezekiel were very friendly and helpful when we were planning our safari. The Safari to Mikumi were a great experience and the accommodation was great with high standard. We travelled as a family and we could decide ourselves how we wanted to plan our days at the safari and we appreciated the flexibility. We saw all the animals we had wish for so we vere overall very pleased with the safari!
AT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
4 days Safaria Pilanesberg
We had a excellent organized 4 day Safari at Bakubung Lodge with our three children (14, 11, 9) during the Christmas Holidays 2015. We saw Elefants, Giraffes, Lions, Gepards, Leopards, lots of Rhinos and Zebras,.... It was very exiting during the mornig and afternoon safaris and als also relaxing during the day in the lodge. The driver from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg and back was very friendly and flexible. And also the hotel recommondation for Johannesburg from Susan were very helpful and we enjoyed everything! I were really great holidays, thanks to Susan and the Go Safari Team!
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The unforgettable experience!
Our combined Kenya/Tanzania tour turned out to be a great adventure with superb guides and drivers, especially Tom in Kenya! The organization of the tour was excellent thanks to Edwina and she was extremely helpful in customizing our almost three weeks long trip by adding extra safari days and destinations and adjusting it perfectly to our budget. Edwina responded also very quickly to any questions and concerns we had before the trip. And when we arrived she even took an extra round to the airport to pick up our delayed luggage so we could start our vacation as soon as possible.
The lodges were all selected not only for comfort but above all for views and proximity to animals. Days were filled with wildlife watching, very successful too. Tom, as mentioned, was a great guide, great with finding animals for us, but we also appreciate very much his driving skills (we felt safe at all times on the African roads).
All in all, this was a great trip and we sincerely recommend Africa Travel Waves Safaris as tour operator in Africa. We hope we get the chance to travel with them again!
CR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellente organization with very professional and friendly guides
My first African safari experience was with Cape Dog Safari, and it was an excellent one. The guide was very profesional and friendly, the hotels boked by Cape Dog were very nice with excellent service, and well located. We had the opportunity to see a lot of action, the migration at Central Serengueti and the big five. It was such a great exprience that I decided to go again with my family, with Cape Dog Safari.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great value & experience
Daigle helped me determine which itinerary would fit best in my schedule when I was clueless, and I felt it was well worth what we paid, especially compared to some of the other quotes we got. Everything was taken care of for us - transportation, meals, lodging, game park fees, etc. Our driver was fantastic, knowledgeable and a pleasure to ride around with. We loved the game drives, but also the commutes to other parks and areas where we got to see many villages and a lot of countryside. Great experience!
CR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Trip Ever
Michael and his crew are by far the most kind and welcoming operators you can find. From the very beginning when we started planning our vacation they were on top of every detail, send us info, making opportune reservations in the best places and planning our overall experience. Since the planning was done so well, our trip can easily be described as a one lifetime experience. Every detail in the trip was taken care of, every day itinerary was carefully plan to maximize our chance of experiencing great games. As a guide Michael is exceptional, he knows African wildlife profoundly and that makes the trip even richer, as you go on learning about your surroundings constantly.
I would recommend Cape Dog Safaris anytime.
Review about Botswana by Isabela
The colors, the sounds, the wildness, the smells, the intense intellectual challenge of learning as much as possible about all that was around me. It was a world apart from everyday life, and thus, a perfect place for an adventure.
Best Assortment of animals in diverse settings; the big five, small five, ugly five and many birds
As a long time traveler, I was concerned that my trip to the Okavango Delta would be marred by excessive tourism or local ennui with visitors. I experienced neither! From seeing predators in action to almost co-habiting with wildlife, there were wonders to enjoy every day. I probably took over 5000 photos -- of rare and common birds, of extraordinary bugs, and predator/prey behaviors, there was never a time when I was not mesmerized. I stayed in AndBeyond Sandibe Okavango Lodge (probably the most elegant of all I have stayed in) where customer service is phenomenal, and, most importantly the guides and trackers were amazing. Also stayed at Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp where the guides tailor made the safaris to our liking. Time on the water was magical. Locals are delightful. If I could, I would go back to Botswana every single year, as there is still so much more to see. AndBeyond, while not cheap, was worth every single dollar spent.
Review about Chobe National Park by Isabela
The most concentrated and profuse assortment of wild animals.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
2 days, 1 night thrill in Mara
The crew at ACZ was very professional and kind, they met my friends and I bright and early at the hotel and took us to the meeting place where we met others who came along with us. The van was very clean and had outlets to charge phones (I used my cell phone to take pictures, the outlet was useful). This was my first time on a safari and I must say it was very exciting. My driver was Martin and he was awesome, he was very kind, and interactive which made the game drive thrilling. Martin was able to spot out many animals and give detailed descriptions of the types of animals we came across. If you are into camping and plan on staying overnight I am sure you will like the camp, it was very clean and had running hot water and toilets that flushed. I, myself, am not into camping so in the future if I do go on a safari I will pay a little more to lodge at "fancy" place. I am sure John can work out lodging for you if you tell him exactly what you are looking for. John is very good at responding to emails, answering questions, and keeping in contact with you throughout your entire experience and will do anything possible to ensure you are very comfortable. I would definitely recommend ACZ for your safari experience, and Martin as your driver, I mean Martin put the thrill in gaming and trust me your driver makes a big difference, because I got the opportunity to experience a game drive with another driver and without the thrill gaming is boring. After a while watching a lion sleep isn't much fun. After our safari we were dropped off at our destination, as stated. Thank you John and Martin for the experience :-)