35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3 Weeks of adventuring throughout Namibia
My 21 year old son and I took a trip to Namibia. Our booking agent in Capetown organised a 3 week trip with Blue Crane Safaris. We travelled from Windhoek, southeast through the Kalahari, across to the Atlantic coast. We had a rest in Swakopmund then headed up the Skeleton coast for a few days before heading northwest through Palmwag to Etosha and then back to Windhoek. Generally I am not one for guided tours and kind of ended up on this one by accident, which makes the positive review even more meaningful. I prefer down and dirty, gritty and wild. Well we got 5 star all the way. Our trip included camping and hotel accommodation, all meals and the best team (guide and assistant) I've ever met. Everything we needed was provided for and our travel team were the most knowledgeable, professional, friendly and fun couple of guys we could have had the pleasure to travel with. We say wild desert elephants, black rhinos, lions, hyenas, giraffes and all the other things we wanted. Magusto (our guide) was one of the most knowledgeable people I've met in my life with a comprehensive knowledge of local geography, geology, botany, zoology, culture, ethnography...pretty well an encyclopaedic knowledge of Namibia (and beyond). Dave ( Magusto's off sider) was the friendliest, funniest and most helpful person you could ever wish for. Always on hand when needed and never a complaint or sour word in the entire 3 weeks. I will remember this trip as long as I live and if I get back to Namibia (highly likely and that largely because of my positive experience with these guys) I will definitely book through Blue Crane Safaris. 6 stars out of 5!!!
Thanks again for everything!!!
PS Man these guys are good!!! :)
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic, very personalized service, that blew our expectations out of the water
Alym was a blessing to find! We looked into 3 other tour providers, and when we first talked with Alym, there was no other choice. We told him our wish list was to go to Victoria Falls, Chobe and the Okavango Delta, then Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and a drive to Nairobi. He asked questions, and learned about the 4 in our group, then set our trip up to fit us. Then we decided we wanted a couple of changes... No problem! He modified our 17 days to exactly to our needs. He and his team nailed it! Our Accommodations were perfect for our budget, and the drivers we had were extremely courteous. Osea had so much information to share in Tanzania. He spotted every kind of animal like magic. In spending 7 days with him, we made a life long friend. In Kenya our driver Steven was so much fun, and worked so hard to make sure out trip ended an a high note. He too had the knowledge of the animals, and so much more. From the moment we walked into the customs at Victoria Falls, to the goodbye at Nairobi airport, there was never a moments concern of safety, direction, or plan. We had a day to ourselves in Arusha, and all other days with our guides were fun filled and comfortable. The vehicles were nice to travel in, and we were confident in our drivers to get to our destinations safely. We believed our trip would be memorable, but we had no idea of the high level of service and personal attention we would receive. I look forward to the chance to return to Africa, and see so much more.
The safari was one of our best experiences yet, we enjoyed every minute of it!
The sightings exceeded our expectations. We were fortunate to see the migration of the zebra. We had wonderful weather. The camping facilities were comfortable and the staff was very friendly and well informed. Everything was well organized. The food was exceptionally good. We were also impressed with our guide's driving skills as the roads in Botswana can be of a challenge. Every day was very special and we became good friends. We will treasure all our memories of this most unforgettable holiday!
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best Trip Ever
Saso Uganda Safaris was our tour operator for my husband and my first Safari in Rwanda. We had the best experience and the best trip of our lives. We knew Rwanda was the place to be, but this was above all expectations.
The place is magical, but what makes a good trip is who you deal with, and this company was so professional from the beginning to the end. Always there to answer all our questions, very friendly, suggesting what they think is best for us, and making us feel comfortable through the whole process. Our guide was fantastic, the food was good everywhere we went and the lodges were even better than we expected.
Welldone Saso!!
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience in Botswana
Rose has organized for us a "twin" safari stay in the Okavango delta combining a water safari location in the Belmond eagle Island lodge very interesting for getting close by boat to crocs, elephants, hippos (even very close to those guys), impalas and all sorts of birds and a land safari location in the Belmond Khwai river lodge which is really fantastic (if you go ask for a guide named Obie, he is the best!) here you'll find a lot of games and a very nice staff, good food, good wine and nice rooms.. the place to go!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic tour with Hamza!
Our guide with Tima Tours was Hamza Mzee and he was just fantastic! He showed us Stone Town and took us to the evening market. We toured the spice farm which was so fascinating! And he took us to the roof of the hotel for best sunset view - really fun! Hamza was completely professional, informative and friendly. I would highly recommend him!!! And we still keep in touch - Tima Tours has a treasure in Hamza Mzee!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service!
When we visited Tanzania, it was the last country out of the three in our EAST AFRICAN TOUR TRIP. We were not planning on going on to a safari. As we had seen some animals in Kenya, and some in UGANDA. All we wanted now was to relax a bit, check out the majestic Kili, eat local food, etc...Then, when we were eating at Kibo Palace restaurant, my wife suggested that maybe she should do a Safari, even if it is just one day, just for the sake of it. Our Airbnb host gaves us the name Samless adventure as their offices were close to where we were staying. Sam came to see us we told him what we wanted, and he recommended us to go to Tarangire National Park. Sam's driver/guide came to pick us up the next morning right on time. He was so nice, and we had an amazing time with him. As for the safari, we saw all the animals that we wanted to see, except the KING. Apparently, on a hot sunny day, the lion as any other cats hid under the shades. Thank you Samless Adventures for making our unplanned safari became an amazing one. I will come again!
MX
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best experience
Our experience with wildlife safari Exploreans was just amazing. Great communication: weeks before our travel we stayed in contact daily with Mildred, who was so kind to explain us all the details about the safari. She was very polite and professional, and everything during these days went exactly as she told us. The safari itself has been one of the best experience in our life. Well arranged, without any kind of problem or delay and with a reasonable price comparing to other companies. The Jeep was good, the tents were beautiful. But the first place is for our guide, Sammy. He has been just perfect: smart, kind, always on time and precise. It has been a real pleasure for us to spend our week with him. He’s a great, great diver, never rude, always helpful. He loves animals and nature, and his passion is evident when he tells you everything about any single animal or tree you’ll see during your game.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
3 Days Governors’ Camp
We had a wonderful 3-day safari at Governors’ Camp in the Masai Mara. Booked it through the Internet with Wildlife Safari Exploreans and were impressed with a timely, prompt and absolutely perfect service from booking, pickup at and return to the hotel. Thanks to Mildred and her team!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Totally professional, superbly organised and well communicated in all aspects.
My wife and I have recently completed a 16 day tour of Southern Africa (our first), 12 of which consisted of a tour organised by Roho Ya Chui (through Ute Sonnenberg) comprising visits to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) and the safari camps of Muchenje, Ghoha Hills Savuti and Machaba in Botswana.
In the initial stages we acquired quotes and itineraries from two agents in Australia and two in South Africa. By comparison, Ute's was not the cheapest quote received nor was it the most expensive however we found her to be the most comprehensive in her ability to match the parameters we had set. Most importantly however was Ute's responsiveness to our contacts and her adaptability to several changes we made throughout the process.
It also helped that we were able to undertake a Skype session with her where many of our questions were answered and the ease in which we were ultimately able to book and pay. In so far as the tours went themselves, all our road transfers and light aircraft flights (3 in total) went to schedule and all the venues chosen exceeded all our expectations.
We also had the pleasure of meeting Ute in Johannesburg on the last day of our tour and found her to be just as excited about what we had just experienced on our trip as we were. We can only suggest that if you are planning a trip to Africa make sure you visit the Roho Ya Chui website and really consider organising and undertaking your trip with Ute. You will not be disappointed. Thanks Ute. We hope to travel to Africa again in the future and will certainly use your services again when we do.
Best Regards
Barry and Karen
Blue Mountains AUSTRALIA
