20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Archie was very easy to contact and was able to fulfil all of the things I wanted to do in Africa.
After booking my tour with Africa Uncovered 8 months prior to my trip, Archie was incredibly helpful in supporting and answering any questions I had.
I did a 7 day tour of Victoria Falls, Chobe and Hwange national park. Cosmas and Jafara were on hand straight away at the airport and they were my guides for the trip. Although they didn’t do any of the guiding for the actual tours I went on, they were there for anything I needed, drove me around to each destination and were amazing company during meal times.
The team were great at organising excursions. I had a walking tour of Victoria falls, a helicopter tour - 100% worth every penny, a visit to the elephant orphanage - personally I wouldn’t go back as wasn’t the natural authentic experience I was hoping for, I went on the jet boat - although this was cool to see the falls from below, there wasn’t much ‘jet boating’, and did a gorge swing which was terrifying but great. Next time I’d try out one of the activities on the Victoria falls bridge. A really highlight was the evening sunset dinner cruise along the Zambezi. Pure Africa was the boat Archie booked me into and they were incredible!
I also got the chance to experience Boma. This is a great place for dinner where African culture really comes to life - think traditional food, dancing and drumming!
Then I headed to Chobe national park in Botswana. Make sure you get a dual visa if doing this trip as you will head back into Zimbabwe after. I went on an afternoon river safari which was amazing - all the hippos, birds and elephants were about.
The next day I had 2 game drives in the park, one at sunrise and one in the afternoon. Chobe is pretty small so you’re guaranteed to see all the animals when cruising around. The elephants were a particular highlight for me. Seeing them
With they babies playing in the water was magical. I was booked into the Kwalape safari lodge. As there were lots of other big groups, the hotel put on a show from local dancers which was amazing!
I then headed to Hwange, a 3-4 hour drive from Chobe back into Zimbabwe. We stopped off at the painted dogs conservation where I learned all about the amazing work locals are doing to try and stop poachers from killing this beautiful species. I then had the privilege of visiting the homestead of a local family in the village. They welcomed me so beautifully, showed me their home, their crops, they demonstrated how they cook, create their houses, they got all the animals around - it was a time I will remember.
In Hwange I stayed at the Miombo safari lodge. Beautiful setting with a huge water hole in the middle to encourage animals at night and boy did they come! Elephants can each evening and kudus also came to get some water.
The next day I did a 10 hour game drive in Hwange national park - what a place! We didn’t even touch the sides but it was amazing to see the different vegetation and species. I was lucky enough to see everything I wanted: zebra, giraffe, lions, leopard, kudu, eland, elephants galore, impala, zazu birds, hippos and birds galore!
I went home a very happy lady!
One thing to consider when booking these holidays is the price of things. Zimbabwe is much more expensive than Botswana. That includes food, drink, tipping etc.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Experience
This was a great experience overall. I had a 3 night Safari of Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru and was split between 2 groups as I moved locations. This wasn’t an issue and both guides were great and I would recommend both (Kikitu and Richard). I saw lots of animals, met great people, ate authentic Kenyan cuisine and felt 100% comfortable alone and would recommend this to any of my friends looking for a fun Safari at a reasonable price.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience
Great experience, the campament is good. Jimmy is the best!!
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jimmy did just a perfect job: friendly, good driver, and really helpful
Awesome experience thanks to Jimmy! The game safari was really fun and we were able to see the main animals in Masai Mara. The camp staff was also really nice and helpful
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The contact with Emma was super and very clear. We are from Belgium ourselves so it was very easy to
It was a safari to remember. Our guide, Sele, was a super guide. He let see as many animals as possible and also had a lot of information about everything. He did everything he could to make our experience complete. We were also more than satisfied with our cook. He was a very sweet man and could cook like the best. This organization is definitely recommended!
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything went smoothly and quickly, pleasant experience
An experience to never forget. Our guide Sele gave us interesting explanations, did everything to make the experience unforgettable. Highly recommended!
Godchild the cook was excellent! The best food I have eaten in Tanzania so far. When we came back from a safari day, the food was ready. What a service!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice trip
5 days Mount Kilimanjaro is one of the best experience we are plan for and we finally we did it. Thank you for the team El Classical Adventure for hosting our trip, our Guide Oscar did great work and happy for him to be part of our experience.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic personalised service.
From beginning to end the communication, friendliness and attention to detail was fantastic. I cannot speak highly enough of Blessed Edith and her company. She replied swiftly and informatively to my (many) emails.
This was our first ever time to Kenya and we were travelling with an 8 year old and an 11 year old. Edith took this into consideration with her itinerary suggestions and accommodation from our initial list of things we wanted to do and areas we wanted to travel. The service was so personalised to us as a family as so flexible which made the planning stages so enjoyable.
Any worries we had (as this was our first ever visit to Kenya) disappeared the moment we were met at the airport and taken to our first hotel and our continued days.
From the beginning of our tour to end our drivers were friendly and happy to be flexible in the itinerary and always on time. The vehicles were always clean and comfortable with water available. The drivers were easy to contact via text or telephone as well.
The Masai Mara was a definite highlight of our tour (incredible) but Amboseli and Lake Nakuru did not disappoint with unique lodgings and incredible views of the animals and the most fantastic guides. Edith also has a few wonderful surprises organised for us which again highlights how she always went above and beyond. We have memories that will last a lifetime.
I cannot recommend Kenya Safari Arcade enough and cannot wait to plan to come for the migration on our next visit with them.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Magnificent
I can honestly say, I had a wonderful time with this team. Great experience with a great group. I was not disappointed at all. Totally recommend many to try out too. Thank you Kondeviller Tours
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great way to spend a few days
Great location and amazing wildlife shown by very knowledgeable guides. Accomodation was good and service and good excellent.