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65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our guide from Tourgy Tourz, Emmah Chihava made us experience the best that South Africa can offer
I had communicated with our travel guide Emmah Chihava several times prior to arriving in South Africa and she was very helpful as she made sure that our tour was according to the kind of experience that we wished to have. She is very knowledgeable while being friendly and for our Johannesburg/Soweto day tour, it opened our eyes to the history of South Africa and how the City of Gold came about, about its people. Knowing my love of hiking, Emmah also took me hiking to Cradle Moon and that 9km walk through a beautiful part of the country was simply a joy. The next day, we set out very early in the morning for a pleasant 4 hour drive to a lodge outside Kruger National Park, arriving by noon and soon after we went for our Safari. The safari was beyond our expectations as we saw a huge variety of animals in natural surroundings, with an excellent safari guide who patiently answered our questions and allowed us to take many photographs and videos. On our return back to Johannesburg, we took the Panorama Route. The beauty of the canyon and waterfalls will be inscribed in my memory forever. All along the way, Emmah made sure we were comfortable and fed us with interesting information. When it was time to leave Johannesburg for Cape Town, Emmah insisted that she sent us off to the airport. We enjoyed South Africa so much through having such a wonderful guide and if we were to go back again, I would not hesitate to contact the same tour operator.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Aussie Eileen
David, the owner of Kili Slopes Tours helped me put my 16 day itinerary together. The trip was everything we expected and more. Stewart our expert driver was wonderful and nothing was too much trouble. We visited 6 national parks and did 18 game drives. We saw the big 5 and I think most of the animals and birds. Our accommodation was outstanding, especially the bush camps. My husband became ill and the staff were amazing, attending to his needs at all the places we visited. Of course, the highlights were seeing leopards, cheetahs, servile and lots of lions. My daughter, Racquel really loved this trip as it was her first safari. She adores all of the game. Thank you Stewart & David for making our trip so wonderful and it will be something we will treasure for ever.
JP
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hakuna matata
Amazing experience
And nice hospitality and kindness
Thank you so much
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
South Africa is the most wonderful and diverse location
We started our trip in Cape Town wehich so amazing. I felt completely safe,. Everyone we met were so helpful and friendly. We spent 9 nights, which was just enough to cover what we wanted to see. We went cage diving with sharks, visited the penguins at boulders beaqch. Travelled up Table mountain. We did 2 amazing free walks, one to Bo Kaap fabulous, another The Historic walk ok. Our hotel was fabulous, Cape Heritage, one of the oldest hotels in Cape Town.
After Cape Town we flew to Johannesburg to start our Kruger Safari. We were collected from our hotel and driven first to Trmisana Lodge, a good 4/5 hours drive ouch. Tip fly to Kruger. The room at Trmisana was so small dodgey aircon, couldnt sleep. The bar was not manned and lady a bit rude. The guides however were fabulous. So friendly and informative.
We moved next day to Marks Tree Houses. Staff so friendly and helpful. Treehouses were great , bathrooms very been cleaned.
The guide who drove us through Kruger was awful. Not friendly or welcoming. He drove too fast we m issed so much
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent attentive and personalized service from planning through execution
Giltedge did an amazing job planning and executing our honeymoon, taking a personalized approach right off the bat. We were looking to do a safari, as well as get in some beach time afterwards. Our Travel Expert, Liz, spent time with us to learn what we were looking for in both the safari portion as well as the island portion of our trip. She provided advice on travel logistics which made certain pairings work and others a travel nightmare. In the end, she helped us land on the Serengeti for our safari and Mauritius for our island time.
From that point, she put together an itinerary for us and presented a couple options on hotels. Liz was super responsive over email, answering our questions about the itinerary and helping refine our activities and schedule. She arranged our entire trip from when we landed in Kilimanjaro airport to when we departed Mauritius for home.
The trip went off smoothly. All of Giltedge's partners were welcoming, professional, punctual, and friendly. All of our accommodations had nice little touches congratulating us on our wedding and wishing us a happy honeymoon. The "on-the-ground" team, as well as Liz, were available and responsive whenever questions came up along the way. Truly impeccable service all around. I would highly recommend them and will certainly work with them again on our next big African adventure.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Service. Wonderful Times.
My friends and I were planning a trip with Easy Travel before the pandemic. I verified there were no hidden problems with them. They belonged to the right organizations, had great reviews on several websites, and answered all my questions promptly. We postponed our trip to Tanzania when the pandemic hit.
We recently restarted the trip selecting the following excursions: 1) 9 days Lemosho Kilimanjaro trek, 2) 9 days Serengeti Great Migration safari. Several people drop out on one or both events due to medical problems. I only did the safari due to a medical problem with my back.
The trekking team arrived first to start their trip. The safari team would join them when the trekking team completed their climb. Too bad the luggage for the trekkers didn’t arrive with them. Their bags were lost in the sea of luggage somewhere.
The trekking team started to panic since the hike started the next day. Masuma from Easy Travel handled the situation. She contacted the airline to monitor the status of the luggage. She arranged transportation into town so the trekking team could pick up supplies if the luggage didn’t arrive.
The luggage arrived the next day. The trekking team quickly sorted through the bags for trekking equipment. They then left for a climb of a lifetime. One of the trekkers got ill on the mountain. He was safely escorted back down to town several days later.
The trekking team was very happy with the porters and guides. The guides provided encouragement as each step grew more difficult as the elevation increased.
I arrived a day early to check out the town and make sure my luggage arrived with me before I started the safari. The safari had several different comfort levels. We picked the “Comfort” level. The camps consisted of individual tents for room along with a dining and lounge tent. Inside each tent, it looked like a basic motel room. Bed(s) in the front with a flushing toilet, hot shower, and sink in the back. The “Luxury” level provided too much comfort for us. Some of the lodges had a pool. I came to see the Great Migration, not swim in a pool. The lodges are in a fixed location. It’s great if the migration path is next to the lodge, otherwise you need to spend time traveling over the bumpy dirt roads to see the migration. None of the camps disappointed us.
Our guide Adrian has been guiding for many years. It’s extremely easy to get lost in the Serengeti National Park. Most of the dirt roads are not marked so an experienced guide is a necessity. Adrian’s sharp eyes saw animals we didn’t see initially.
The thousands of wildebeest migrating was a sight to behold as they covered large tracts of land. The wildebeest crossing the crocodile infested river was a little more difficult to find as they would graze and not move, but after waiting and going to several different crossing sites we saw a herd crossing the river. It was a pretty safe spot crossing the river with no animals being eaten by the crocodiles.
We saw a plethora of different animals to the point where we were ignoring many of the animals unless they were doing something interesting (e.g. - eating prey).
Masuma was monitoring our return flight as we returned back to Arusha so we wouldn’t be surprised at the airport if our flight was canceled or delayed. We really appreciated the little details they provided to guarantee us a pleasant trip
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
Our guide, Joseph, was exceptional! He was extremely knowledgeable about the animals and plants. He was very easy going and friendly. The office staff, Caroline and Rose, were very responsive and helpful during the booking process. I feel that we got more than our money's worth. I would highly recommend this company.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Create a memorable and seamless journeys for their clients.
I had an outstanding experience with Ozon Light Tours during my recent trip. Their communication was top-notch, from the initial inquiry to the post-tour follow-up. They were prompt in responding to my questions and concerns, which made me feel well-informed and confident about my journey.
The service provided by Ozon Light Tours was exceptional. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready to assist. They went above and beyond to accommodate my preferences and ensure that my trip was tailored to my interests.
In terms of value for money, I was pleasantly surprised. The tour package I chose was not only competitively priced but also included various inclusions that added significant value to the overall experience. I truly felt like I got more than I paid for.
Reliability is a crucial factor when it comes to tour operators, and Ozon Light Tours certainly delivered. They were punctual, and everything ran like clockwork. I never had to worry about missing a transfer or activity, which enhanced the overall enjoyment of my trip.
As for the tour itself, it was fantastic. Ozon Light Tours offered a well-structured and engaging itinerary, with a good balance of sightseeing, activities, and free time. I learned a lot about the destination, and the local guides were knowledgeable and passionate about their culture and history.
I would highly recommend Ozon Light Tours to fellow travelers. They exceeded my expectations in terms of communication, service, value for money, reliability, and the quality of the tour itself. It was a memorable and enriching travel experience, and I can't wait to plan my next adventure with them.
SG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very knowledgeable
We booked Gifted for a half day Arusha safari. The weather wasn’t in our favor and animals were a little scarce but they knew where to drive to for us to view different animals. My guide was incredibly knowledgeable and made learning fun!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best ever in great services and hospitality
With its extraordinary natural wonders and cultural richness, Tanzania is a top-notch destination for travelers seeking adventure, wildlife, culture, and an unforgettable experience and its very cheap not cotful with great services and hospitality.