35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
First time safari was a dream
We loved our first ever safari which was organised by Rose at The Luxury Safari Company. Having always wanted to go to Africa this was big trip for us, and as I explained to Rose we were used to travelling to very remote corners of India and South America, so wanted something off the beaten track and unique. She managed to provide this for us on every level - we started in Laikipia, at Tassia Lodge - wow, what a location to start in, we mostly walked here and got to know the bird life and local Masai community. The cultural experience there was completely authentic and felt very natural which we loved.
We then moved onto the Masai Mara, which we had been unsure about due to it being notoriously crowded - well we stayed at Richards Camp and had the most amazing four days game viewing without another soul in sight, we went into the Mara Reserve for one morning and didn't get it at all, there were minibuses everywhere. Returning to Richards Camp after that game drive was a relief - the staff there were also mostly local Masai and absolutely lovely, our guide Leng was charming and very knowledgeable.
We ended by flying (quite a mission) to Pemba Island near Zanzibar - gosh was it worth it, we stayed at Fundu Lagoon which was out of this world, and just as remote as we are used to - really is paradise on earth.
Despite some quite complicated routes everything was completely seamless which made us feel very comfortable, and all Rose's organisation and suggestions were spot on. We even had a private tour of the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. We wouldn't hesitate to book with Rose again, in fact we wish she offered other continents!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about The Luxury Safari Company by Annie Joubert
Spot on recommendations and seamless on the ground travel arrangements - couldn't have gone any better!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Pleasant Surprise
We were recommended to Brian from a couple that had gone on a Safari with him for 17 days. I said to her, didn't you get bored? Her reply was " It wasn't long enough". I had called a friend of mine that had been on a Safari in the past and asked if her and her husband would go with us. Four of us planned the entire trip over the Internet with emails to Ecological Wilderness. The 15 day trip was just fabulous. After our experience with Brian (owner), I would book another trip with him immediately and do it all over again. We saw and met several other guides on our trip and I felt that Brian had such respect for the animals. His incredible knowledge had me asking him questions all the time. 15 days was not long enough.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent information and arrangements
Everything from start to finish was brilliantly organised. All the advice was spot on and choice of lodges, camps etc. exactly what we wanted.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best honeymoon there could be
We went on our honeymoon with The Luxury Safari Company after being recommended by a friend if ours who have been on holiday with them before - we weren't disappointed, we still dream about it now.
We started in Botswana which was in green season, all that meant was that everything was half price, but we had exceptional game viewing, we saw everything and had some magical elephant experiences. We also walked, canoed and took a night drive where we saw porcupine.
We then moved onto Azura in Southern Mozambique which is out of this world - we've never seen a beach like it. Every arrangement went smoothly and every camp knew a little about what we liked and what we wanted.
Rose had also included a few honeymoon treats which we were most grateful for. We're dying to go back to Africa with Rose soon, maybe next year!
A fantastic, exciting experience in a safe environment with an exceptional tour guide
Having never been on a safari before, the trip went above and beyond our expectations and we loved our experience with Wildlife Safaris. Both before and during the trip, the team were extremely helpful and communicative.
While in Kruger, we were part of a well sized group and without a doubt, the tour was made complete by our fantastic guide, Hoppy. Not only did his personable manner shine through but his love of animals and nature was self evident. It was a pleasure to be able to learn from him and feel able to ask as many questions as we wished.
One of the most incredible experiences of our lives - thank you.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding - knowledgable, efficient and an agent we felt we could trust.
We dealt with Rose who patiently went to a lot of trouble to arrange our itinerary: beach in Zanzibar, time in Nairobi, Shaba and Mara safaris in Kenya and a few days exploring the rock hewn churches of Lalibela. Everything was wonderful and all connections etc. very smooth. Rose was efficient, responded to emails very quickly and we really felt we could trust her to do a good job - and she did. We would highly recommend The Luxury Safari Company.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Just great. We would do it again.
We had been to Arusha National Park and up to the Kenian borderline with Lindotravel and had the most wonderful experiences, especially in the fabulous rain forest of Mount Merou watching Colobus Monkeys and other very unique animals. Our caring and polite guide Stephan could give perfect information about animals, plants, environment, aborigines (= Massai) and his country Tanzania. Lindotravel figured out to be a young company with an intelligent and sensitive feeling for its clients and for the conservation and the protection of the greatest wealth of its amazing country- the animals.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Outstanding and Truly Personal Service
It had always been a dream for both my wife and I to go on safari and thanks to The Luxury Safari Company, this became a reality!
Right from the outset Rose listened to my requirements and was able to produce a truly personalised itinerary that allowed us to experience everything we wanted, whilst still representing exceptional value for money. Throughout the whole planning and booking process her advice and knowledge of the continent were outstanding and I was constantly impressed both with the quality of information offered and the high level of service provided. She was always on hand to answer any questions I had, both throughout and after the booking process, and as a result this made organising the trip simple and a real pleasure!
On the ground itself, we visited Duma Tau (Linyanti) and Jacana (Okavango Delta) in Botswana, and Livingstone, Zambia and everything ran like clockwork from the off. The camps were exceptional and the little extra surprises that Rose had organised really made us feel appreciated. Overall, our experience of Africa was one that will live with us for the rest of our lives and I would thoroughly recommend The Luxury Safari Company to anyone wanting to see this amazing continent!
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
professional, serviceminded and caretaking staff and company
I book my safari online with Kagera safaris and they were quick in response and professional all through the booking and during the safari. I can strongly recommend this company.