35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing village visit experience
We just finished a 2-week tour of South Africa with extension to Victoria Falls and the Monde Village Cultural Experience was one of the highlights of the entire trip. It is a must-do for anyone in the area.
Tongesai (our guide) was very personable and worked with us to customize the experience. He was flexible and took time to explain many things that aren't part of the "regular tour". We had great conversations throughout the tour. He ended up dropping us off so late (8:30pm), his wife had to call him twice. He took a few pictures with us so he had alibi. :)
Mr Ncube (our village host) and his family were welcoming and excited to show us their way of life. Mr Ncube's explanations of his culture, family structure, farming struggles, and discussions on many topics showed us a simple way of life, much different than our modern American ways, but it made so much sense. People here fight hard to live but they do it with a smile. They may be poor, but not in spirit. We asked many questions and received questions ourselves.
It was as if I was visiting an uncle living in a rural part of a third-world country. This family made us felt at home.
We wish we had more time to sit under the summer kitchen during a raining day, sharing food and chatting with these folks. We wish we could sit in the winter kitchen to hear him teach his children and grandchildren. Needless to say, we spent 4+ hrs at this experience and wanted more.
I am now back to "civilization" in a nice Qatari hotel, but I kept thinking about my time in the simple Monde Village. What a breath of fresh air that was.
I brought some extra clothes to give, but ended up giving as much as I could live without for the rest of my trip. A pair of sandals doesn't mean much to me, but it means a lot to people in these villages. This is 30+ hrs flight from home so it is a one-time chance to help; I had to make the best of it.
If I can come back to this area, I will definitely bring more people to share in this amazing experience. I encourage all who come to Victoria Falls to add this cultural experience to their itinerary.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It not just professional, but also helpful and efficient support for my whole trip in Kenya.
I'm in a 5-guy safari, and we had a good time. I havon a 5-guy safari, and we had a good time, so much fun! I have to say, my driver, Kikitu is brilliant. Such a lovely guy, also totally a celebrity in the Masai village. He gots tons of knowledge of animals, culture and bad jokes (lol). I'm so lucky to have him as my very first-time safari guide. I will definitely choose him again in my future safari if it's possible.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My first safari tour; couldn’t be better!
On the early morning of Saturday i was picked up in J’burg by Itu, who is the best driver and guide. Made sure i was comfortable all the way, and explained so much along the way, about the Pilanesberg region. Also did 2 game drives with him and he knows so much about the animals (and where to find them!) We were lucky, within the first 10 minutes we already saw giraffes, rhinos, zebra and hippos.
My stay was in Kwa Maritane Lodge, which is a nice place to stay. It is situated on the border of the park, so expect a lot of animals in the ‘backyard’! Even 2 rhino’s came very close to the restaurant during dinner, minding their own business. Lodge also has a ‘hide’ with a waterhole where you can spot animals.
Did 4 safari’s with Kwa Maritane and they were great. Morning safari is so different then evening safari. Saw every animal i wanted to see and more, except for the leopard, well better luck next time ;)
Communication with MoAfrika was easy, they answer all your questions almost immediately through Whatsapp, even at night!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Brett was very professional, knowledgeable and respectful. He made all of us laugh.
The tour is well organized and planned. You will be happy to find out that the restaurant has amazing food. From the drivers to the operators to the servers, all and all the tour is a great experience. We didn’t get to see all the Big 5 but the elephants alone blew our minds away.
GR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Overall great experience
Excellent customer service even before our tour began. Our guide Jeff was a professional and the safari was everything I hoped for and more! I highly recommend Jocky Tours.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Maximum quality in food and rest and security
Very good experience. Quiet flights with maximum quality food. In the hotel maximum attention, quality food. Very quiet individual rooms and with the maximum details. Maximum safety safaris, all new land, very experienced people, we turned around when the guide observed that an elephant was dangerous, you can't ask for more
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very professional, knowledgeable and very attentive. Always available and quick to respond
We have just returned from a fabulous holiday in South Africa. A 3 week trip from Cape Town, down the Southern Cape and onto the garden route, ending with a wonderful 5 day safari at Madikwe National Park.
It was a memorable trip, incredibly well organised by Anya at Pembury Tours. Her knowledge and understanding of what we wanted was great and we thank her for her patience in making this such a special trip.
Everything went so smoothly and even when our internal flight was cancelled going to Johannesburg for our safari, Anya was on hand to rearrange, help us switch flights and “hot foot” us through the airport on our arrival, so we didn’t miss a day of our safari - and this was on a Sunday!
We would have no hesitation in recommending Pembury Tours.
I should add that we live in the Channel Islands!
Thank you Anya!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hard working, knowledgeable, friendly
The logistics for a trip like this is a lot, especially booking last minute. Daily expeditions was nothing short of amazing, from hotel pickup to hotel drop off, they nailed it. We landed at the airstrip the be met by guide Erick, we were the only couple so we essentially had a two day private safari. Erick knew his stuff and worked extremely hard to find the animals. When other groups gave up, he stayed searching. And it paid off. The camp we stayed at was also a treat. Friendly staff and we also had the whole place to ourselves. Absolutely amazing. DO not over look this company. This was my first safari experience, I would say the effort was above and beyond what I saw with other groups. Thanks again.
DK
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent professional service: Excellent Self Guided Tour@Great Namibia
Excellent tour in GREAT Namibia.
Professional service all along the trip and when arranging the tour in advance - prompt responses with all details and info provided with very high quality of service all along.
They nominated a contact person for the whole trip which was great - provided specific plans and details for each day and ensured a smooth trip.
Excellent accommodations and meals along the whole trip.
Excellent tours were organized at each site.
Gondwana accommodations were the best.
Highlights:
Namib Desert: highlyr ecommend Namib lodge with special stay at Namib Star camp.
Very special sailing tour from Walvis Bay with excellent guide!
Dune drive in Sandwich Harbor Area
Twyfelfontein area
Etosha Park
Highly recommend Kubwa Five Safaris.
IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very knowledgeable
Great time! on the whole the trip was memorable, made possible by the approach and experience of Mr George Kallias