US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Experience
Myself and a friend have just returned from a fantastic trip to South Africa arranged by Pembury. Our consultant Gail made sure everything was in order and our air and ground transfers between Johannesburg and the three different camps (Rhino Post, Nottens & Simbavati River Camp) were seamless. We were thrilled with the lodges Gail recommended- they were exactly what we were looking for. Gail was very responsive throughout the whole process and I felt no trepidation booking with her from across the world. This was my third safari holiday and my last experience with a different tour provider had left something to be desired. With Gail and Pembury, all went according to plan - and the plan they put together happened to be spectacular. I recommend Gail and Pembury wholeheartedly and look forward to the possibility of booking with them again in the future.
NZ
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A sensational two weeks in Botswana and Zambia
We had been planning a trip to southern Africa for some time and came across the Luxury Safari Company in one of our internet searches. Unlike other companies we contacted seeking guidance and advice, the LSC were more inquisitive and helpful rather than pushing a product or a specific package
Their direction and advice proved to be accurate and their recommendations were even better than what we had hoped for.
On every level from our individual communications with the amazing Sophie Milligan to the fine detail of the trip itself, the LSC excelled.
The camps we visited in Boswana were superb and their recommendation to stay at CHUNDUKWA on the Zambia side of the Zambesi river was simply stellar.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I had an amazing experience with this operator for twice
Everything was very well organized! I just expected to know that our safarilink flight has 2 stops on the way.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience! Great guides!
Sunny Safaris exceeded my expectations! They were affordable, great quality, and Jessica was very responsive to any questions/concerns we had prior to the trip. They were even able to accommodate my friends' gluten and dairy free dietary restriction. We were a group of 12 friends and we had Puis and BJ as our guides/drivers. They were so knowledgeable and a lot of fun! I was always in BJ's truck and we had a lot of great conversation, he answered all of our questions, and gave us a lot of good information. He also was able to spot an animal in hiding very quickly and without binoculars. We loved every accommodation we stayed in that Sunny Safari organized, we loved the packed lunches they provided (and all meals were great), and overall we had the best time. I highly recommend them to anyone! We passed a lot of other safari tour operators and I could tell that the quality we were getting with Sunny Safari was the best.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
BEST SERVICE, BEST TOUR GUIDE I EVER GET FROM JOSHUA AND ATKEN, SO MUCH LOVE,CARE FROM THESE PEOPLE
I got the contact from my friend, who did safari from this company and explain to me how he was treated and I was so much interested because my last safari from another company in Kenya wasn't good and little bit disappointed , so he tried to convince me to come to Tanzania, so I took the contacts, my emails was replied on time, my questions was replied on time, and they even went extra to advice me about the whether and what clothes I should take, inshort they became my friend even before we met, Joshua did pick me up on time from Kilimanjaro Airport, and show me around Moshi which wasn't even comprised in my safari (was for free), and taught me some Swahili words, he took me to the nice Hotel in Arusha and came to pick me up in the morning for Safari, we started at Serengeti, he show me around before getting in to Serengeti, he explained to me sooooo much about animals we saw, he taught me a lot that I never even thought one leg of lion can be 50kgs plus, I was real in class, this man knows a lot, I couldn't get enough to listen at him (he was my teacher), then after we went for lunch then camp, the lunch and dinner was real perfect, I enjoyed the beauty of Africa for the first time, and he brought Makande and so much food of Africa which wasn't included in my meal, he spoiled me so much, and actually, this wasn't Safari was a FAMILY TRIP, he was a brother and not a tour guide, I wish the world could know about this Safari argent, inshort I will make sure each year am coming for safari in Tanzania for the love I got from Tulivu., I am looking forward to climb the Mountain Kilimanjaro next year. TULIVU YOU ROCK
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Armadillo Overland delivered a once in a lifetime experience!
Richard and Al delivered an incredible safari experience, I can't imagine how it could have been better. From the start, they got to know me and what I was interested in and catered the trip to me. Al is incredibly knowledgeable about the animals, birds, vegetation, and geology and how it all fits together. As a former park ranger, he KNOWS where to find the animals. He knows that park and other parks in the area. I learned SO much from him in six days. Whatever (few) questions I asked that he couldn't answer, we googled it when we got to camp. He's SO good at spotting wildlife, it became a challenge for me to spot something before he did. I rarely succeeded. There were so many times I missed an animal on my side of the vehicle but he spotted it from the other side of the vehicle! He's excellent at spotting wildlife and he knows where to take you to see the animals. And he knows animal behavior. He won a standoff with a huge bull elephant in musth. 'Normal' people would not have won, that bull wanted to trample right over us. Al knows everything he needs to in order to get people great sightings. And Richard's hospitality was awesome. He's an incredible chef that can whip up great meals on the braai. I was constantly amazed at what he cooked all throughout each day. One dessert we had was baked camembert covered in chili chocolate sauce that had been mixed with marula liquor. We ate it with biscuits and cheese sticks. This was prepared on a braai. It was incredible! This is only one example of the incredible food I had all week. If you want an experience you will never forget, do your safari with these guys, they are awesome, hands down.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Had no idea on what to do on my honeymoon they gave me best package to Seychelles
Communication was on time from the Travel consultant Nzisa and at the hotel services were in order .
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience with Meru Sopes (safari 6 days)
We hired a 6 day safari, sleeping in camping, with Meru Slopes, we visited Manyara, Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
We decided on the good opinions we read and I can say that we made the right decision. Although at first it is a bit scary to book everything online, the communication with Geoffrey is fluid and it complied with everything agreed.
As for the safari, it was all perfect, we saw many animals, the landscapes are incredible and the experience unforgettable. To thank our guide Benson and our chef Mathew for their work, their kindness and their sympathy because without them it would not have been the same. I recommend that you ask if it is possible to go with them because you will not regret it, and you will eat great.
They also worry that the group they join is related to you, which makes the trip even better.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Going to Namibia Then Use Cardboard Box to Plan the Trip
I relied on Cardboard Box to plan our adventure in Namibia. They were extremely patient in working through all of the options. Because we were dovetailing our trip with a stint as volunteers on an elephant research site, we kept changing our dates. CB worked through all of that and found us six superb private game reserves to visit before our sojourn with the elephants. There are a hundred private game reserves in Namibia and CB picked superb ones. And they worked up an 1100 mile drive for us with reasonable distances between sites. They gave us superb briefing materials including both maps and directions that enabled us to drive without missing a turn. As I say, they were patient with us and just kept helping us and helping us. Then when our flight to Namibia was cancelled by British Air, they worked us with to reconfigure the plan to accommodate our arriving a day late. We loved Namibia and could have spent 2-3 more weeks there. CB is definitely a professional operation that listens to its clients. We've traveled in 85 countries so we have had experiences with every possible type of travel agent. Thanks.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best tour operators I have ever used.
This was by far the best trip I have ever been on. It was beyond my expectations. The accommodations were excellent and the people working at them treated you like family. The food everywhere was delicious. The people transporting us were always there on time. I would highly recommend this tour to everyone.