AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awsome experience
We found this tour online and went on a 3 day Maasai Mara tour and the experience was amazing.
Lamech organised everything, we communicated via emails and it all went great.
The safari was superb, the driver Sam sure knew all the roads and we saw 4 from the big five (rhino was a bit shy), but we saw leopard, cheetah with a cub, lions and much much more. It was just great! For a bit more excitement there was quite a lot of rain on the way to Maasai Mara and we (our driver) ended up pulling out another car that got stuck (twice). I was really happy we had such a wonderful driver.
The camp was great also and I wouldn´t want to miss the trip to the maasai village.
5 stars for this tour. Would highly recommend it :). I would sure go again, just this time maybe a bit longer :).
US
Amazing trip to Southern Africa
Wonderful trip tailored by Darren. I started planning late and Darren was available to answer questions and met my budget for the trip. I am delighted I was able to see everything, including he big 5, on my wish list. We started in Cape Town, then Chobe, Vic Falls, and lastly Kruger. Couldn't have planned it better.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Time
Shemeji review
We had a wonderful safari with Shemeji. We took the 8 day option including Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, hotsprings and visit to the Maasai village. Communication with the company was very prompt and they were keen to arrange the trip to suit our needs.
The safari itself was very well planned and ran like clockwork. Elemens our guide was fantastic, he really knew the habits of the animals and so we weren’t following the crowds but were often in a secluded corner of the park hanging out with the cheetah. We were lucky enough to see the big 5 and pretty much all other animals.
Our chef was also great and the food was lovely. Our safari included a mix of hotel, permanent camps and wilderness camping. This was a really good way to stay close/ in the parks and so make the most of our time. The added days at the end, including a hot spring and maasai visit were a really nice way to finish the safari. The village we visited was more ‘off the tourist trail’ than those at the Serengeti so the people there seemed very keen to meet us.
All in all, the trip was excellent value, very well run and organised to suit us. We would like to thank everyone at Shemeji for a great trip, we are looking forward to coming back!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Pembury Tours! Pride of the Industry
Pembury tours, what a great name in the industry. Well it was kind of a last minute decision to visit South Africa in Aug 2016. One fine morning in the month of June 2016 my son came to me and said, "let us go to Cape Town for our summer vacation Dad". Not knowing what I was about to face, I went to work on the web instantly. I picked places to visit and sent out requests to few agencies with dates in August. I kept getting rejections from several agencies due to non-availability because of the start of peak season as those game drive lodges get booked year in advance. Needless to say I was getting a little depressed and worried as to not be able to fulfill my son's request.
On a particular morning, sipping my cup of coffee, I opened my computer expecting more rejections. As I was sifting through my emails, I came across this particular email, signed Heidi Bedford, Travel Consultant, Pembury Tours with a PDF attachment. With certain amount of reluctance and anxiety, I double clicked on that PDF file. It immediately blossomed into a colorful itinerary with meticulous construction of our entire trip with exact dates, hotels, guided tours, local transfers with photos etc. I was in a pleasant shock and felt a mountain being lifted off my shoulder instantly. After certain minor adjustments, I confirmed my trip with payment.
When I informed my parents in India about our trip, they too got interested and expressed their wish to join us on the tour! Of course, I called Heidi to delegate this new challenge. Heidi didn't seem to be bothered, took my parents names, anticipated dates, etc., and told me that she would get back to me in a couple of days. As promised, I got another email with a whole new colorful itinerary for my parents coordinating theirs with ours. Every time I called them, Anya always answered the phone on the first ring. What a treat!
To make things more challenging, my Dad's luggage did not arrive at Johannesburg from India. We were at Victoria Falls and not knowing what to do, I informed Heidi regarding the situation. Of course she replied with her pleasant South African slang, "no worries and cheers". Next afternoon, we joined with our parents at Nelspruit as per our itinerary and proceeded to Bohm’s Zeederberg Country Lodge for the night stay. The owner and her son were extremely kind and helpful. The dining experience with a private butler was mind-blowing. That night, Pambury's team went out of their way to surprise my son of his 18th birthday with a great tasting chocolate birthday cake and a card signed by the entire team.
As promised my Dad’s luggage was delivered on the following day that put a smile on his face. Our entire trip was very well organized. Everyone was very kind and accommodative and everyplace we stayed provided us great hospitality. Transfers were very smooth and timely. We could see the passion and dedication on our tour guides and drivers. The most experienced safari drivers and the trackers made our game drive safe and unforgettable. Campfire dinner under the starts of southern hemisphere and the Milky Way was a special treat.
As we know, "People make the country and employees make the company". We experienced both at first hand. Our South Africa trip was made memorable not simply what the great land had offered, but most importantly people at Pembury Tours and their associates made our trip very special. I recommend Pembury tours to everyone in full confidence with great pleasure.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Bushtop kenya safaris craetes teh need to go for a safari in kenya
we talk about safaris however we didn't try it with Bushtop Kenya Safaris, The amazing services the entire team is offering is beyond description creating the a tremendous first to the last impression which leaves a word of wow! and wow! among their clients. Well planned pick up point from the Airport with Dennis made a purpose of the booking with Bushtop kanya Safaris which keeps time and its available when needed.
Thank you big time for the offer of your unique, exclusive, luxury travel in Kenya to the most spectacular destinations in the within the country (Maasai mara being the unforgettable site). The creative approach to my team, the focus on their wellbeing safe travel on your transportation well maintained tour busses with well product knowledge drivers made a lot in our tour. The performance schedule in Maasai Mara with generous inclusion of superb cuisines, and not forgetting the compassion and expertise of our Tour Employers made you the distinctive alternative for luxury travel.
Thanks a lot for all you provided and to crown it all see you definitely next year with my extended group planned to travel.
CH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trekking to Mt. Meru 4 days and 3 nights
We were very happy about the lovely crew and the excellent organisation. All was perfect. We will come again for other trekkings in Tanzania! Last but not least, all of us four climed the summit to Mt. Meru and little Meru, a great challenge and sucess. Thanks to Florence and the hole crew, subi, subi, subi :)
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
An outstanding experience. More than we anticipated and exceeded our expectations.
Everything was excellent. Everyone went out of their way to make sure we were happy. The guide (Dennis) and staff went above and beyond the normal requirements. Dennis was able to spot wildlife before any other guides. He made the trip most enjoyable. We saw the Big Five!
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
10 Days Memorable Jungle Honeymoon Safaris
Our extraordinary honeymoon trip with our ecstatic guide Axel, kicked off with cutting a cake, very emotional yet, beautiful, my heart was already touched by the hospitality in Uganda; my wife on the other hand could not hold back but tired with joy.
Axel met us at our Hotel in Serena, journeyed to Murchison Falls national park, our accommodation Paraa Safari Luxury Lodge; comfortable with the best facilities. The morning game drive was a reward we were able to see the cheetahs, the ‘big five’ under the beautiful friendly morning sun. The evening boat cruise to the bottom of the great clouds of spray splash rainbows across the sky that makes magnificent viewing, as we watched the animals come to water. The top of the falls was such a breath taking experience, watching the water literary splash on us- very romantic view.
Kibale Forest National Park via Fort Portal, Ndali Safari Lodge; early morning went for chimp tracking, see various primates in the natural jungle. We had a cozy walk with my darling in Bigodi swamps where we saw rare birds. Queen Elizabeth national park, wow the concentration of wildlife coupled with the beauty of Mweya peninsula just fitting to our honeymoon… Praise God for what the nature here offers. The Mweya Safari Lodge with its facilities that include executive suites and a magnificent swimming pool make the hotel a target of honeymoon, evening game drive; the launch cruise on Kazinga Channel: rewarding. In the morning as we were leaving the park there was the spectacular site of the tree climbing lions resting on the trees.
The other activity that blew our minds was tracking which brought face to face with the gentle giant – the gorilla (Our friendly and knowledge guide told us it’s locally called so here) in Bwindi Forest National Gorilla Park- tremendously delightful!, our accommodation was in Gorilla Forest Resort Camp. Visit to the Batwa – the pygmy’s community’s walk; my mate encouraged me to get involved in the cultural dance, listening to their history and livelihood experiences. Axel our experienced guide drove us back to Kampala, leisurely, carrying the amazing imprint of the of the true jungle honey moon.
Charis Uganda Safaris is certainly that company that can make ones honeymoon or any other safaris that will leave memorable stories - thank you very much; we would recommend this company over and over.
CN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls
I really loved this safari with Fleet Foot and we made good friends with Hennie, our guide. From the meeting at the airport to the end of the tour, everything was so wonderful. I enjoyed the food on the fire, the wild animals (so close to our camp area, it was very exciting), the open vehicles on the game drives, boat cruise on the Delta and the mokoros, walking in the wild together with a guide, visiting the Victoria Falls and all the unique experiences. The was never a moment to relax as we wanted to enjoy everything! After returning home, we already decided to go again. Now I am planning the next trip with them to go to Kilimanjaro.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent prices & friendly customizable service!
Thank you OpentourAfrica for the lovely vacation & friendly service!
Planning & touring in Southern Africa used to be a daunting task for me & my relatives in Asia, due to many aspects like communications, dietary, the need to customize & other differences. Thanks to OpentourAfrica whom I can now completely rely on, even language barriers, an important issue for my relatives when it comes to planning & traveling, is now no longer an issue, considering how caring & thoughtful the staff of OpentourAfrica was, and how lovely the whole tour turned out to be.
I would recommend anybody, everybody, to give them a go!!