DE
Krueger, Swaziland, Mosambique - an african experience
We did AVOs first tour leading to Krueger, Swaziland and Mosambique with Erica, Ted and Wayne in Dec 2016.
The itinerary was amazing; from wonderful landscape, big wild animals to wonderful beaches we had a terrific tour.
Internet communication in advance with Erica was professional, quick and correct. On tour everybody always tried to help and to meet all expectations whenever some problems occurred. Even when some of the participants wanted to stay longer in one accomodation on Tofu beach AVO were so flexible to organize that.
The bus was comfortable, with good seats and AC, however it was not a Safari-Truck. So we could not go into the Parcs with our own vehicle but had to book the activity package resp. the extra tours.
Meals were good and always plenty, sometimes in restaurants , sometimes self prepared Braai.
You must know that eastern Africa is different, people tend to forget reservations, border contols take a lot of time, traffic is unforeseeable, roads are deviated all of a sudden...So you can´t compare to a European "Rundreise". It´s a long time on the road sometimes....usually 2 hours more than scheduled.
Customers should be prepared to help preparing meals, carrying their own luggage and packing the containers.
Some disappointment occurred because some accomodations had to be changed - especially places within the Krueger or the Hllane Parc with an own waterhole were changed to places outside the parcs, only situated in a nice landscape and some half an hour drive outside the parc. Others showed long faces because the evening safari could not take place or the ocean safari had to be delayed because of problems with the motor of the boat and booking problems. In the end most issues were solved somehow.
Since this was the first iteration of the tour we are sure that some of these difficulties can be avoided in following tours.
In the end: even if some things were other than expected, we enjoyed the holiday with AVO Orange!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They are the best you can have in the market. They take time to understand your wants and needs
Sir Michaels Tours and safaris, they will never let you down, they provide the best service and are always there for you. I would not shy away from using there service again and again when i travel to coast . Cheers Sir Michaels Tours and safaris .
US
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.
US
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.
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Some very cool animal encounters
Some very cool animal encounters in Bwindi, lake Mburo, queen Elisabeth and kibale.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very good experience
Our safari week in Kenya's reserves was very good, we have been lucky and well taken into national parks with our guide Jackson. Price/accomodation rate was really fair and the van and meals as well.
Very quick Robert's answering our emails and he even planned a last minute safari afternoon inside Nairobi Nat Park exactly as requested
DK
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Secured a very successful safari
We were four adults and one child touring Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha. Our driver was Joseph. We were very satisfied with both the information before the trip, the planning and the execution of the safari, and will highly recommend their services to other Danes intending to visit Kenya. A special praise for Joseph who went out of his way to make us comfortable and make the safari a great experience.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
7-day safari in Tanzania northern parks
We can highly recommend Usambara. People are dedicated to making your journey an unforgettable experience. Thanks to our driver we've seen all big animals species and also some more rare ones like a caracal!
They make clients feel special. Alex, with whom we've had most contact in advance, came especially from Dar to Arusha to Welcome us! We selected this tour operator as it provided best value for money, and we were not dissapointed. In the end what really makes your trip is the quality of the guide and the accommodations you stay in. These accommodations were carefully selected by Usambara. The Tortilis tented camp in Serengeti really stood out. We've had one hick-up when our car broke down, but this was generously compensated with a nice day trip after our Safari had ended.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Their custermer service is above bound.
Their communication and service is one that a client would like to relate to.Whenever a client has an issue,they are always ready to assist.
Keen to help
Although I did not travel with Yala Safaris they were very helpful and provided me with all the information I needed and were always quick to reply.