NZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Friendly, attentive, professional and fun!
I've had the pleasure of going on a Safari with Lance and Kirstin in one of the private Safari camps in South Africa.
Lance is an excellent photographic guide and willingly shares with you his expertise knowledge to ensure you capture the best photos possible.
He takes the time to talk you through which settings to use on your camera and when to change the settings (like the changing lights throughout the day,) how to take more advanced photos (like panning) and how to do some basic editing. He also has exceptional knowledge of the native wildlife and plants and animals behavior because of his past experience as a guide. Lance ensures that his guests always get the best possible views of each of the sightings - even if it means that he himself cannot see at all from where he is seated in the car - and gives each guest equal opportunity to take photos and not miss out.
Kirstin is an excellent front-of-house, she is always warm and welcoming and makes sure you have what you need whilst on Safari and makes your stay very special. She always ensures that she is readily available if her guests need her and also plans and helps to cook all of the meals for each trip (the food is absolutely amazing and it's had to believe you're eating that well out in the bush).
Both Lance and Kirstin take genuine interests in all of their guests and it is nice having dinner with them each night and sharing stories and the photo's we've taken that day.
I absolutely highly recommend to go on a Safari with Panthera Photo Safar's if you have the opportunity to, you won't regret it!
BE
More than I dreamt of
Truly amazing wild trip. I got all that I dreamt of and more in the company of Panga, best cook of Afrika, and Venance, driver, guide who became a friend. I ll be back
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent and Very Professional
Kitau Tanzania Safaris provided an excellent tour for me. Mr. Juma (Director) was really helpful and detailed, making this a fantastic experience. I'll definitely keep this company in mind in the future. You did an excellent job! Thank you Guys..
NZ
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Highly professional couple providing the best in photography and wildlife safaris.
I have had the pleasure of going on safaris with Lance and kirstin from Panthera Photo Safaris.
They specialize in photographic trips for novice to expert level photography.
Lance is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of photography and ensures you get the best possible results.
We traveled to Mashatu game reserve and one of the highlights were the 3 hide sessions we booked. The hide is built for photographers and with Lance's tutoring with various camera techniques we got absolutely stunning photos.
Lance is very knowledgeable in all aspects of photography but also has an immense knowledge of all the wildlife and flora in the reserves from his guiding days.
Kirstin is a fabulous hostess ensuring you are always pampered and looked after so well. Nothing is too much trouble with Kirstin.
I have done several trips with Lance as my guide over the last 8 years.. including Okavango Delta, Chobe, Victoria Falls, and Zambezi river, Serengeti, Masai Mara and Sabi Sands.
I can highly recommend traveling with Lance and Kirstin from Panthera Photo Safaris, you won't be disappointed.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Andre was incredible, very efficient and extremely knowledgeable!
This was a surprise weekend getaway to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary! Andre made all the arrangements for our weekend down to letting our lodge know it was our anniversary. The lodge spoilt us with a rose petal bubble bath and bubbles to drink there in-such fun!!
Thank you Andre and Discover Africa!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely the best operator in Tanzania!
I can unequivocally say that Aardvark Expeditions is the BEST Safari option money can buy! We just finished a 7 day safari with a group of 17 family members! The trip was absolutely amazing from the pick-up at the airport to the final dropoff! The guides (Moses, Uriel, Brayson) were fantastic guides. They were super friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable. Their knowledge extended much beyond the wildlife and included geology, history and politics. All three of them spoke fantastic English. They were SUPER patient with our group of 17 which included 9 kids! I am convinced these guys are some of the safest drivers in Tanzania! Many of the other tour companies had drivers that were clearly driving way too fast and out of control. We saw the ENTIRE big 5 including multiple leopards, hunting cheetahs, and even 4 Black Rhinos! Before I booked with Philemon , I researched many tour companies and got quotes from at least 5 different companies. The price was unbeatable compared to the US and European based travel agents that apparently DOUBLE the price of the tour for their commission. The booking process was super easy! The lodges we stayed at were top tier lodges with unbelievable service, food, professionalism and views! We stayed at Mawe Mawe, Embalakai, Rhino Lodge, And Marera Valley Lodge. I want to personally thank Philemon and the Aardvark team for the most fantastic family trip of a lifetime!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Customer service, attention to detail. Amazing experience!
The conversation we had with Sandra from the beginning was quick, easy and tailor made. We managed to tailor made a package with Central Kruger (4 nights) + Cape Town (4 nights). Sandra was perfect to understand our needs and desires, and she helped from the beginning to offer the best deals possibile.
I will definitely reccommend Traipsing's services to anyone!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
outstanding planning and execution
Great planning support and the vehicles and accommodations were excellent. Our guides were very knowledgeable friendly and professional. Overall, the best vacation ever.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Our safari to Tsavo East was fantastic from start finish. The national park is huge and full of animals. The lodge where we spend the night was also great, with friendly staff, good food and nice accommodation. You could even watch animals coming to the watering hole while having your dinner!
100% recommendation
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent!
We met Lance and Kirstin at Tswalu Kalahari in July 2016. Lance was our guide and his enthusiasm on the truck was contagious. Also, as a photographer he knew exactly where to park for us to get great photos and went the extra mile to get us memorable, rare sightings (2 pangolin, aardvark and aardwolf on 1 drive!!).
His knowledge of the wildlife and the area was outstanding too. Since 2016, we’ve become good friends and have even had him join us at &Beyond Ngala Tented Camp for an afternoon.
He and Kirstin are a down to earth, hardworking, fun, and honest couple who love wildlife and giving people the greatest experience possible. We look forward to spending time with them again in the bush very soon.