CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A stress free, imaginative, superorganized, without a hitch, magnifcent vacation!!!!!
Kathi Simon was an absolute pleasure to work with. As I live in Canada and was concerned that communicating by phone might be a problem, I discovered that she was more than willing to accommodate the time difference and call me when it was convenient for me. She was so warm and patient with any questions or concerns that I had and took the time to research any and every hotel or activity that I was considering, and got back to me within a day or two. She was always aware and concerned about my budget and thankfully abided closely to all my desires and requirements. This was a trip of a lifetime for my husband and I as we were travelling with our adult daughters, knowing that this might be the last trip they might be able to join us on as a foursome. Kathi not only fulfilled her obligations as a travel agent but cemented our relationship for any future travel to South Africa for us as well as any of our friends and relations. She was superb!
Every hotel and lodge we stayed at was fantastic and enjoyable, although I have to add that along with the wonderful environment, service (and food!) that each accommodation offered was the added bonus of the friendliness and warmth of the South African people wherever we went. The highlight of our trip was our four days at the Dulini Lodge in Sabi Sands. I have never experienced the wonder of staying anywhere of this caliber. The cabins were luxurious, each with plunge pools, magnificent furnishings and an outdoor shower with utter privacy. We were taken care of by Given, a lovely man who was our butler. The two safaris we went on each day were an exquisite introduction to the Africa of one's imagination. Our tracker, Martin was amazingly talented and our ranger Fred was so knowledgeable that all the information he passed on to us is indelibly inscribed in our memories to the extent that we still talk about what we learned. I must add that the owners as well as the staff of the Dulini were constantly making sure that all was up to snuff. The food the lodge provided was absolutely magnificent, with more than enough choices to fulfill anyone's desires including my vegetarian daughter!
Every domestic flight was arranged by Kathi beforehand and there was always a guide patiently waiting for our arrival anywhere we landed. One of our guides, Louis van Niekerk, who accompanied us for two weeks of our three week tour was unbelievably knowledgeable and had answers to almost every question about South Africa the four of us asked of him. To top it off, he was such a lovely man that he endeared himself to all of us enough to consider him family!!!
My husband and I have travelled the world over many years, and I have to say that this was one of the most flawless and enjoyable adventures we have taken thanks to Kathi and African Welcome Safaris.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service and great communications from an outstanding team !
We recently spent 3 weeks in Southern and Eastern Africa on a tour we had been planning for a year. We had great service from Michelle Astbury at Sunsafaris who arranged this tour for us. Our tour included many internal flights , 3 countries , 2 safaris and many lodges . The whole trip went like clockwork. Guides were excellent , always on time and we were extremely well received and treated at places like Nthambo Lodge , Nasikia Camp , the Plantation , Sopa and Simba Lodges. We were fortunate to see all the wildlife that was on our list and more. What a great experience...one that we will remember forever. Thank you Michelle and all the people involved in making this one , the trip of a lifetime.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
They are one of the best I have experienced so far and their services are world class.
At first, i did not have much faith with them but there is always a first time to everything, I must admit I was wrong about them and can comfortably write that they are the best. Their communication skills are good and we never had any problem during our adventure. Their services are one of the best and can recommend to anyone all over the world. For me, all my expectations were met and am happy with them so far and would recommend to anyone willing to involve with them.
Incredible Experience!
We chose the five day safari and had a wonderful experience! We saw all seven of the "big seven" And had great views of many others. Our guide Clive was very informative and entertaining, a real pleasure! We really appreciated his special attention and accommodation for an older member of our group. Everything was well planned and the accommodations and food were very good. Exceptional service throughout!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful in creating the perfect holiday and wedding proposal
In 2013 I contacted Carlijn to organize a holiday to Kenya. I was planning to propose to my girlfriend in Kenya so everything needed to be perfect! Not only does Malika Travel offer a very good price (compared to other agencies) also the contact with Malika Travel is very personal. Carlijn came up with several suggestions for the holiday and also the proposal. I could ask Carlijn all sorts of things for the proposal and Carlijn could just organise it, just perfect! She offered such a good trip. The driver was a really nice and calm guy. The camps were beautiful and clean and located perfect. The parks we visited were just amazing. Our holiday was just perfect! Thank you Carlijn and James!!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our family of four was given excellent service, knowledgeable staff and always willing to help.
We used Ancient Wild for a 10 day safari to visit National parks in Kenya including Masai, Nakuru, Hells Gate, and Amboselli. With two small children, they always accommodated our needs, let us change our plans according to children schedules, and we saw everything on our list. Our guide Joseph was very knowledgeable, good with kids, and always ready to help with whatever we needed and at any time. Michael made all the arrangements and was very instrumental in planning the trip to meet our needs and budget. We would recommend them and use them again.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everything perfectly well organized!
We had a safari in Masai Mara Park including to/from Diani Beach.
Everything was perfectly well organized, the drivers did a very safe driving and knew where to find the best spot for watching the animals.
The excursion to the Masai village is very tourist like and they try to sell you lot's of souvenirs, better skip that.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Caribbean Shark and Whalesafari
Just back from a fantastic trip with Indigo safaris. Everything was really well organised, trip was in one off the best periods and saw everything we wanted to see. Would definitely book again at indigosafaris. Thank you.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience of a lifetime
We are from Canada and contacted Sun Safaris via email. We were a little worried at first being so far away and with dealing only through internet, but we were very satisfied with the quick response every time we emailed a question or with a change in our itinerary. For multiple reasons, we dealt with 4 different agents, the last one, Michelle, was superbe. Always delivering the information as promised. During our stay in Cape Town, we even stopped by the office to meet her.
As far as the tour arrangements were concerned, we spent 25 days in Africa, in South Africa, in Zambia and Tanzania. All accommodations, all flights all tours were exactly as booked, no surprises, all went according to itinerary. We were thrilled.
We loved our accommodations, the food was wonderful, the staff at all locations were exceptionnally friendly and very helpful.
We loved our African adventure and would highly recommend Sun Safaris to anyone.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Dream trip
It's been over three months since we have been on safari in Tanzania, we still think back almost every day with pleasure.
We started our trip with a visit to a coffee plantation. With much enthusiasm was explained to us the process from plant to coffee by a traditional coffee farmer. (We can start our own coffee plantation now!) Wonderful green area.
We visited Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
Serengeti National Park has made the biggest impression on us. The beautiful nature, many animals, the night at Kati Kati tented camp. Just imagine, waking up at night 3 o clock of the frolicking of gazelles around your tent. The moon was full so good view, unforgettable.
Our guide Tom has on a quiet way and with love for nature and animals, many of his knowledge shared with us. He has ensured that we have seen the "Big Five". We have experienced a lot of fun. Tom knows a number of Dutch words and he has done his best to learn us some Swahili words. Also his way of driving on bumpy roads was good, we have us no time felt unsafe.
Tip: do not forget your binoculars.
Selma from Makasa has mapped out for us a trip that perfectly fits our wishes. She responded quickly to the mail that we have sent and no question was too much for her. She also gives a good indication what to expect at the accommodation. In short, she knows where she's talking about and is genuinely interested in your wishes. During our trip we also have to contact her sought, even then she helped us very well.
Tip: Do not doubt the balloontrip, it is worth every penny.
We have also on Zanzibar very enjoyed and had a good time. Sandies Mapenzi Beachresort is beautiful, good food, good bed, friendly staff.
Makasa had arranged for our transfer from airport to resort. With the guide who took us to the resort, we made later two trips. Stone Town and the "Blue Safari". The "Blue Safari" was also a very nice excursion, for a reasonable price (similar to the beach boys there). This was all well organized.
Want to book a safari in Tanzania, Makasa is highly recommended.
Selma, Tom and all the others who made our trip memorable, thanks
Huib, Christina, Rinus en Addy