20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari experience
Shemeji provided an excellent safari and Zanzibar experience. They were prompt in responses via email and generally helpful with questions about the safari, side trips from Arusha before and after we completed the safari and general questions.
Shemeji was very transparent about what was included in the safari and provided several options for those looking for a more relaxed/glamorous stay. We were very happy with budget accommodation, including some camping, which was what we wanted from our trip.
The owner communicated with us via WhatsApp when we had real time questions and was very accommodating when we had to make last minute changes due to air travel delays. Overall, we had a great experience.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unmatchable experience!
This was my first trip to Africa, and seeing so much wildlife, so close to our guide's truck, was breathtaking. Others have told me that they prefer other parks and game reserves because of the lack of greenery, but my group was very satisfied with our experience.
We were lucky enough to stay inside the park's borders, at Skukuza camp. We were glad to be able to do so, since having to leave the camp each evening and drive back in the morning would have minimized our morning/evening wildlife drive windows; most animals are more active during those hours.
It's impossible to predict what animals you will see on any given drive, and some of ours were disappointing. Others were stunning! After being told leopards are only rarely spotted in the park, we saw two on the same drive, one ambling across the road. On another occasion we hadn't seen anything particularly for the first hour or so, then stumbled across our first, huge herd of zebras.
There were plenty of other people around, both at Skukuza and driving around the park. It was impossible to forget the real world when you spotted other cars every five or ten minutes. Still, for someone who's previously only seen this kind of wildlife in zoos, it was a life-changing experience.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about South Africa by Ellen
I don't have much to compare it to, but I certainly enjoyed it. There wasn't a great deal of a "bush vibe" as there were almost always other tourists around.
US
Couldn't be better
I took a safari with Zachary and Aflred, and it could not have been better! Gametrackers has earned a name for themselves, and it's very much deserved. We saw every animal, every detail was planned out and went accordingly, and our guides were very gracious and kind to be around. 5 stars for Gametrackers!
35-50 years of age
Friendly, trust-worthy and competitive - delivered as promised
I did a one day hike up Kilimanjaro which I organised with Ibrahim. Ibrahim managed the tour from start to finish and I was very pleased with his service. He's a very pleasant person and values customer service. My correspondence with him from home was prompt and friendly; in Moshi, he collected me from my hotel and took me to the mountain along with my guide; the guide was nice company on the actual hike; and then Ibrahim collected us again and left me to my hotel making sure everything was fine. Afrishare provided me with a service which delivered and charged me a competitive price.
The one day Kili hike is maybe not the most exciting hike (especially if you can't see the mountain) and I wondered after if you could actually do it on your own, but nonetheless, Ibrahim and his company did a great job and it was nice to have this organised for me. Recommend.
Adventure with the kids
I took my three young children on a Safari with Transtrek to Amboseli and Tsavo East and West. We loved it. A real adventure and learning experience for the children and great fun for me. We were well looked after.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Best of South Africa and Swaziland
Safpol Safaries planned an outstanding two week holiday. We enjoyed learning about the history of South Africa with visits to Johannesburg, Pretoria and Soweto; thoroughly loved the safaris that were scheduled in Kruger Park, Hluhluwe Game Reserve and Lion Park; found the scenery of the country spectacular as we travelled the Panorama Route and concluded our vacation in the beautiful city of Capetown. Safpol Safaries and especially our travel consultant, Basia Combrinck were a pleasure to work with. She responded promptly to every inquiry, question or request that was made. Further, she was willing to modify our itinerary to accommodate our special interests or changes as the trip neared. I would highly recommend anyone travelling to South Africa to contact and work with Safpol Safaris.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely fantastic service
The service we had from Pembury was outstanding. Gail responded almost immediately to my initial inquiry even though it was on a public holiday. The suggested itinerary was just perfect. Having been born and bred in SA I had very clear ideas of where would probably be best to go in August and Gail came up with almost exactly the trip I had in mind except far, far better. Sadly, due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to postpone the holiday but I felt that Gail had put so much thought and effort into planning our holiday and done such an excellent job that I wanted the world to know. We will be back in touch, Gail, when circumstances change!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exciting & adventurous
Very well organized from beginning to end. Booking online with a specialist was super easy and informative. Our accommodations exceeded expectations. Everyone at the resort was so kind and knowledgeable. The game drives were fun and we saw tons of animals. Overall- amazing experience.
SA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Simply Amazing experience. I traveled with two times and both were really super exciting
Frankly, those people are really the experts in South Africa tourism. Based on an experience, whatever advices they give it came to be true and accurate. They care about all details. Basically, if you want to travel to South Africa, just give them your budget and leave to them and you will get the best value of it.