SI
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great African experience with Blue Crane Safaris
Great trip in Africa ! Our 14 days Self drive trip from Windhoek to Victoria Falls has ended a few day ago and we had to write this review to share the great experiance we had. After we had checked a lot of offers for our holidays - traveling through Namibia to Botswana and than Victoria Falls we had chosen Blue Crane Safaris and that was for sure the best possible decision. They offered good price, they responded to all of our emails in very short term, they suggested what to visit, which roads shall we take and many many more. They had really helped us a lot. When my son was sick almost in the middle of the desert they gave us all the informations about the nearest doctor and helped us organize meeting with the doctor. The next thing is the car we get... It was almost brand new car. Really great car for driving across gravel roads. Not to mention accomodations which was all above our expectations. We choose medium price level accomodations but that were in our opinion almost all luxurious level and consequently the food was great and there was plenty of choice every day. So a brief summary, You have to book you holidays with Blue Crane Safaris and you will be amazed with all the beauty that Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and other parts of Africa has to offer. A big thanks again to our agent Mr. Derek Jacobs who helped us organizing that outstanding vacations, and we will for sure meet again one day.
Igor
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unbelievable experiences for the whole family
Our time in Gondwana game reserve was marvellous. Perfectly organized by Elela Africa we learned a lot about nature, from the insects up to the elefants. There was something for everybody, especially for the kids (14,12,9), but also interesting for adults. We never got bored. From the three weeks, we spend in SA, this week is the one, we still talk about a month later.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
First class!
Our consultant, Ilze, was top notch! From the first inquiry email I made to the flight home, we were taken care of royally! She responded to every question we had as virgin travelers! I was so dumb about any travel, much less international travel! Every thing was perfect! What A safari we had! So thrilling and I saw every animal! The lodge we stayed at was awesome, people were corteous and informative! All of the transfer links were on time and the transport services were on time and so sweet! I would love to go back and see more of beautiful Africa and I know who I will contact to arrange it! Thank so much for all you do!
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
African Encounter Safari went out of their way to make our trip pleasant, safe and memorable,
Our tour guide Joseph Kalanzi was superb, he did his utmost to make us very comfortable, his driving ability is in the highest regard, his sense of humour had us laughing on many occasions. His knowledge of the wildlife and the country in general is exemplary. Accommodation, although the guest houses were clean they were very basic especially the Crater Bay Cottages which were maybe one up from camping. The only thing to recommend this dwelling was the setting which was beautiful. The bathroom was appalling the bedroom not much better. The distances from the accommodation to the Chimpanzee and Gorilla camps was too far resulting in very early starts. The guides on all our excursions were very helpful and pleasant. All in all a very memorable and enjoyable trip.
CA
This became a trip of a lifetime for us-we thank African Welcome Safaris.
We absolutely enjoyed and highly recommend our trip and lifetime experience on our recent visit to Africa. We believe African Safararis played a huge part in this. Right from meeting our first driver (always there before scheduled, professional in exceptionally clean cars) to our accommodations (these first class accommodations really made the trip special), to planned activities (do not know what we would do different), to our very informed guides. If you are fortunate enough to plan a vacation to Africa, i would certainly begin with a call to Welcome Safaris.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beyond our expectations
Our communications with Safari Online were via email. Walter was everything a first time visitor to SA could ask for. He patiently and promptly answered all our questions - and there were MANY- . Of course, the ultimate decisions were ours but he was a great guide.
We had a pretty good idea about the accommodations thanks to the internet. Also friends had taken a similar trip and used Walter to plan it for them. However, we were surprised when we arrived at each of the four camps that the cottages/rooms were even nicer than expected. This was in large part due to Walter securing some of the "best" rooms for us.
The safaris themselves far exceeded our expectations. Of course, the animals one sees are at least partly due to circumstance and luck but we seemed blessed with both. I expected to see lots of animals and we did. But I was stunned with the numbers of different animals and birds we saw, and how close we were able to get to them. Nothing really prepared me for this part of things and it never got old.
We were in three lodges in Botswana and then a final lodge in Sabi Sands. We spent 2 nights at 2 lodges and 3 at the other 2 lodges. It turned out to be just right for us as the places we choose to spend 2 nights we probably would not have wanted an extra night and the places we spent 3 nights we were so pleased to have the extra time!! Again, this would clearly differ from person to person and simply reflect our experience.
No one can do everything and there were things we wished we had had time for that we did not. I guess this is why so many people return. I would not hesitate to use Safari Online again and have recommended it to friends- the real testament to having received great service.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mesmorizing safari
Everything was organized perfectly by e-trip Africa, from the airport pickup to the dropoff, and everything in between. We stayed at Governor's camp in Masai Mara, which was one of a kind. E-Trip Africa really made this a superb experience.
First real safari for my wife and me was fanstastic thanks to Asilia. It exceeded our expectations.
I was wondering when I was planning the trip if we could make it. One of our dreams was to see the wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River and feel the adrenaline being in a camp with no electrical fences. Fortunately I found Asilia that help me to concrete the trip and achieve our dream. Service, food, tents, people, and experience at Rekero Camp were incredible. We hope to be there next year. Special thanks to Nadine from Asilia.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wow, out of this world
I'm not going to lie I was a little concerned about going to Rwanda, but I needn't of worried, from start to finish the tour was so well organised, the driver was there waiting, even when my bag was left on the plane he was there helping to get it back and after dropping us off at the lodge he went back to pick it up, which was a 2 1/2 hour drive there and back. Everyone was going out of their way to help at the lodge too which was very comfortable.The tours are all well organised and professional and friendly. But the gorillas were out of this world! We had a brilliant weekend. Definitely use this company again
PL
Amazing hospitality of hosts, caregiving and their knowledge about the places.
Advanced Tours & Travel is very professional and well organize travel agency. Both owners and personnels are welcoming, caregiving and making everything possible if requested in a short period of time. Moreover the whole trip with them is very safe and there is always something to do and enjoy on the way to the places they organize trips. I definitely advice to go and share your travel experience with them!