NL
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Had an amazing time
The communication was very good, the best service. Nice area and Made stops at good times
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing trip up Kilimanjaro with great team!!!
Thanks so much for leading an unforgettable trip to the great mountain Kilimanjaro and make our dreams become a reality. The trip was excellent, and was more than we could ever have imagined. We are very happy about the things went. We recently completed an African trip with Karibu Adventure, and was absolutely floored by their amazing level of service. All Tanzania people were so kind. It was a really pleasure and we are now evangelizing all our friends to fly to Tanzania and visit the parks with Karibu Adventure.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Experience and Service!!!
I have done a good amount of traveling with different tours and groups and this one has blown the others out of the water.
From the first email correspondence from safari coordinator- Vera, I knew we would be in good hands. Communication was EXCELLENT- which is extremely important when you're trying to book trips across the ocean. I asked a thousand questions even up to the day before excursion and always had everything answered almost immediately.
The big difference between this touring others was evident almost immediately. We were picked up on time by our driver, Thomas- actually he was early and waited for us to get ready. We were driven to the port, while Thomas took care of the border crossing. When we waited for our boat I was really disappointed to see many people joining us (always like private intimate tours), but to my great surprise they were just crossing the river to Botswana and going their own direction. My husband and I were the only ones on the boat for Luciano Tours, we were picked by a private car and taken to the border and office. I could continue to go on in detail about everything but it all boils down to EXCELLENT. It was 5 star service the entire time, from pick up, safari, lunch, and going back.
Our actual safari was only us and 3 other people - since there were limited people we got to decide to where to go and what we all wanted to see. We would constantly pass jammed backed jeeps with so many people.
For lunch we went to a 5 star resort buffet- and we saw many different tour groups-- HUGE groups-- which I felt make you lose the entire beauty of the safari.
Since we were a small group our water safari was on a small boat , which let us get so incredibly close to hippos and elephants. We saw the big ferry like type boats with the big tour groups-- not our style, too loud, too many people-- the animals usually were scared away by them.
There are not enough good things to say about Luciano Tours. I recommend their company to everyone traveling to Zambia/Zimbabwe/Botswana. I look forward to future travels with them!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best safari ever!
My sons and I booked a 3 day 2 night safari in Chobe Park, Botswana. Saying it was amazing is not justice to this incredible experience. Luciano Tours arranged the safari. We saw lions, wild dogs, elephants and about every animal we hoped to on this trip. Our camping was in tents and everything was provided. The food was fantastic and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the trip. Our guide Percy was excellent in finding the animals. We took more than 1,000 pictures. Certainly a once in a lifetime experience.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Spectacular South Africa Honeymoon
We were blown away by ROAR Africa. The pre-trip communication for our honeymoon trip to South Africa was outstanding and included a custom app that included our itinerary and helpful information, such as tipping guidelines, clothing recommendations, etc. We were met at the Johannesburg airport and whisked through passport control (while watching others stand in queue). The Roar Africa guide in Cape Town became a good friend. The resorts - Cape View Clifton in Cape Town; La Residence in Wine Country and Mikanyi Private Game Reserve in greater Kruger were all totally over the top. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend ROAR Africa to anyone contemplating a luxury trip to Africa.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unbelievably good and very well arranged by Robert & Esther!
We had a very pleasant stay in Africa thanks to Fika Safaris. Everything was very good organized and arranged till perfection! We can't think of a better experience. It was something unforgettable thats for sure.
JP
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Well organized tour with an excellent driver/guide
It was an excellent experience for us to see a variety of wildlife, especially many herds of elephants, a large number of flamingos. Unfortunately, Mt. Kilimanjaro was mostly in the cloud, we could see the top of the mountain for a while. The driver/guide, Joseph is very good, His guidance was good, he understood what we want, and he behaved accordingly. Accomodation at Kibo Safari Camp was fine.
One point I should like to suggest is that it would be much pleasant if we could have picnic lunch at an open terrace or in the open field, not in the dark house of a souvenir shop.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari, Fantastic Team
You are awesome!!! Thanks for our wonderful honeymoon !! Mario and Pepe are super professionals! They chose some brutal lodges, they proposed us some routes by bike through some incredible landscapes and the guides that accompanied us, were very kind and helpful, we got to see the big 5 and close !!!. Being so supportive and so in love with what you do makes you unique and also makes the experience with you so special! We will repeat ,because Africa and your ideas have enchanted us !!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Trip to Mbala, Zambia for Centenary Ceremony for the end of World War I in Africa
Our trip to Mbala was for five days with the principal event being the 25 November 2018 Ceremony marking the Centenary of the World War I surrender of German East African forces to British Forces which took place on 25 November 1918. We also visited other significant locations in Zambia’s Northern Province.
Our tour guide and driver was James Tembo from African Vacations. We left Lusaka at 4:30 am to avoid the traffic and headed north, reaching Kasama that night. We visited the Lettow Vorbeck (the German Commander during the War) Memorial on the way.
Day two and we visited the Chishimba Falls which are amazing, then headed north to Mpulungu on Lake Tanganyika where we visited the port (hum ho) then the old stone church (very interesting). Unfortunately, the accommodation in Mbala that night was not satisfactory, however we endured it with some sympathy for James who had been badly let down by the Lodge owner.
Day three was the Centenary Ceremony which was fascinating. All appeared to be chaos shortly before the Ceremony, but somehow they managed to pull together an impressive event with the Zambian President, Ambassadors, Generals and von Lettow-Vorbeck’s grandson all laying wreaths at the Mbala memorial. In the afternoon we visited the old jail (which needs work), the pioneer cemetery (interesting), and Mbala’s Museum (very impressive). There is a surprising amount to see in Mbala, but you need to know where to look.
Day four and we headed north to Kalambo Falls where a torrent of water falls 235 metres into the gorge below. An absolute must if you are in the area. We then headed south to Kapisha Hot Springs Lodge where we camped the night in the tents James had brought with him. Kapisha is definitely the place to stay in this area. We woke early for a swim in the hot spring then headed off to Shiwa House which is a grand English style country house and estate. Also a must see. James then drove us to home in Lusaka.
It was a great trip. We had no preconceived expectations, and the disappointing aspects of the trip were outweighed by the hidden gems we found. James did a good job organising then running the trip, and we’re sure he is now wiser for the experience.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It is a joy to work with City & Safari International as provided services work perfectly.
Requests were always responded in very short time, so communication with all needed information worked fantastic. Trip was planned very well corresponding to all given recommendations by City & Safari International. Tshepiso Manga showed great patience and kindness due to all experiences although 1000 questions. Experiences hit highly our expectations. Safaris were well guided and lodges awesome experiences.