I find it hard to put into words how epic spectacular our trip was! To tell the full story, we had originally thought we were going to plan a Europe trip. But after multiple failed attempts trying to get an agent to help us, we switched gears and decided to reach out to Africa travel agents. We put out a few emails to google-searched companies, and Nikki was the ONLY one to respond to us. From the very beginning, Nikki was attentive to our needs. We told her what the budget was, what the time frame was, and the type of experience we were looking for. She put together an itinerary for us, and the plan was in place! She responded to every concern we had, answered every email in detail, and took every phone call (at length sometimes!). In addition, we never actually attended the office or met Nikki in person, so if you are concerned about scams, This is Africa is legit. Now to our actual vacation: Everything went off without a hitch. The attention to detail in the transfers was superb, the places we stayed at were beyond our expectations and dreams! We had moments where we looked at each other and said "This place is incredible! I want to freeze this moment in time!" And the animals, oh the animals! It was like we were driving around in Jurassic Park, looking for elephants and giraffes. We definitely saw the big five and so much more! The trackers and guides are absolute experts, knowing every plant, animal, bird, and answering all of our many questions. All in all, we cannot thank Nikki, Von and This is Africa. Please do not hesitate to use their service, they are experts without a doubt! Thank you so much Tiffany and family
What a trip of a lifetime we had! Thanks to the team at This is Africa this will go down as one of the best trips ever. Our itinerary was well tailored for me and my two boys. Every place we stayed was perfect for us. Our trip had everything and I have fallen in love with Africa. I told my boys that they will be paying for our next trip back to Africa. So they better get working even though they are 9 and 12 years old hahaha. Thank you for turning a tragic year into one of joy, hope and beautiful memories. Kind regards Sione
Nikki, we cannot thank you enough for what was the most incredible holiday. On holidays like this you try not to let your expectations run away with you but on this one, we reached and absolutely exceeded all that we had hoped it would be. Our short stint in Cape Town was enough to get us wanting to come back for more. Your recommendation on where to stay was perfect for what we needed. Onto safari we went and there are not enough superlatives to describe our joy and wonder at arriving at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge. You told us to expect spectacular and it was. Your knowledge in helping us decide where to stay was invaluable. The lodge was nothing short of exceptional and service from the staff beyond fault, but that was nothing compared to the actual game drives with our knowledgeable tracker and ranger who I would recommend 100 times over. I think we were lucky enough to view 4 of the big 5 in our first 2 days – every day had something different – and up close – closer than we probably thought possible. We all now have a deep love and appreciation of the African Savannah. Our Mauritius leg was just as wonderous – what a truly beautiful island paradise. Your assistance with all our accommodation, transfers and flights was so helpful and we travelled without hiccup. After the holiday and experiences we had, I would gladly recommend you to anyone! Thank you Deanne
My name is Peter with my wife ( Mary ) ,we joined ‘’ This is a Africa ‘’ company's tour travel to Africa on 18/9/2023--13/10/2023 We enjoyed very much because they organised very well so we strongly recommend this company is the best of Africa tour. They have a great team and very kindly and patiently. Peter and Mary
What an incredible trip. It really did exceed our expectations. There were so many highlights From day one all transfers and all tours went to clockwork. Everyone was so friendly, professional and helpful. We stayed in a variety hotels and tents and all were clean and comfortable. Among the many highlights were the tented camps. The tents were spacious and so comfortable. The food was delicious. Nothing was too much trouble for the fantastic staff. They went above and beyond to ensure our stay was comfortable and an unforgettable experience. The farewell song was the icing on the cake. All this in the middle of the Serengeti; it was extraordinary. The game drives were so exciting. Every day was filled with multiple sightings of all the animals we came to see. We were so close to prides of lions, herds of elephants, zebras and giraffes. We had to pinch ourselves. The guides were amazing, so knowledgeable and informative. No two days were the same. By the end of our trip we became expert spotters of creatures great and small. Thank you Pat, for arranging an incredible itinerary and giving us such a unique experience. We’ll definitely recommend This Is Africa to anyone travelling to Africa. Thank you, Anthony and Louise
Well, a beyond amazing adventure! The trip absolutely exceeded all my expectations – and that’s saying something given how great the east African safari was a few years ago. The trip had everything: the Rovos train trip, Cape Town, the self-drive, the mountains, the coast, the Panorama Route, Victoria Falls, the river cruise and the safaris! The lodge in Thornybush Game Reserve with our open to the wild deck (outdoor bathroom had an electric fence!), the Chobe River cruise…Savuti in the Kalahari with so many lions, Xugana Island in the Okavango and our lodge near the Makgadikgadi Pans with The Hide (viewing platform accessed by way of a tunnel where you get really close to the animals). I even loved all the flights in tiny aircraft. Great fun. And loved landing on a sand airstrip, engine still running to see a sign “Welcome to Savute International Airport, departure gate 3 – in the middle of nowhere!) The animals were amazing. We were lucky to see a baby rhino, a just born giraffe with the umbilical cord still attached, lion cubs (heaps), heaps of baby elephants, 3 leopards (previously only seen them asleep in trees. This time they were all out hunting), painted dogs, jackals making a kill, lions feeding on a kudu kill, crocodiles feeding on a buffalo, giraffes, elephants and hippos all fighting. We saw so many elephant river crossings. Nightly sundowners on safari made every fantastic sunset even more memorable! Loved it all! Jaquie and Rod
Good morning Patrick We have returned from our amazing African trip that you organised for us. I want to say thank you so very much - it was everything I’d hoped it would be and more! It was seamless and just perfect. The variety of stays were wonderful...... from the camp style of Odd Balls Enclave to the luxury of Simbivati! The Trackers were amazing and so interesting and the service was truly incredible......everywhere. Every flight (we had 10 in total) was on time and every time there was someone to meet us when we landed. At no time did we feel lost or unsure of our bearings. Fantastic. Thank you once again for the trip of a lifetime. Kindest regards Fran Geysen
We first booked this trip in early 2020 but unfortunately due to Covid’s interference it took us three attempts to finally get to Africa. This Is Africa were excellent in ensuring we did not lose out on our deposits and prepaid flights and were very helpful in re planning and booking our itinerary as needed. Many thanks to Nikki and all the This is Africa staff. Our travels started in Tanzania where our seven day Simba Safari trip exceeded our expectations – fantastic animal sightings, excellent accommodation & food options and extremely friendly & helpful staff. Met some wonderful people to share our experiences with and hopefully to see again on our future travels. Victoria Falls is definitely worth visiting and Ilala Lodge a great place to stay at. If you have the time & money a helicopter ride over the Falls is a must do to really experience the grandeur. The cultural dinner at the Victoria Falls Hotel was a must as well to not only see the view but step back into a time of colonial surroundings in the beauty of the Hotel. At Sabi Sands we stayed at Arathusa Safari Lodge in one of their bush facing suites. Luckily Federal Air Charters provide an easy & professional access option to the lodge with a charter flight from Johannesburg to the Arathusa Lodge airstrip. The lodge and surrounding grounds are gorgeous, the staff & food excellent, and the game drives superb with lots of close up encounters with animals including those who chose to wander through the grounds of the lodge itself. For us this was the highlight of our travels. All up – a brilliant holiday seeing lots and lots of animals in their native environments. Again thank you This is Africa for your help & suggestions in finalising our itinerary with a very special thank you to Nikki for helping us with every part of our planning. Regards Gary & Sharon.
Our African honeymoon safari was nothing short of a dream come true. Bella had literally been dreaming about this since high school, more than 12years. And your help to make it as perfect as possible was noticeable. All the transfers we got were on time, the trip went smoothly and what a bunch of nice people working there. All the hotels suggested were fantastic Raddison blue, Kuname ( I want to go back), The fancy tent in Zimbabwe.....All of them were insane great... The itinerary you suggested was perfect, exactly as we wanted. WE SAW ALL THE BIG FIVE!!!!!!! Most of them we saw multiple times. All the game drives were 10/10. Thank you so much for your help. Safe to say we are absolutely hooked, cannot wait for our next opportunity to go to Africa. It was magical & we are compelled to go back ASAP. Regards Diogo and Bella
This holiday was AMAZING!! It far exceeded all of our expectations. From start to finish everything went perfectly, all of our transfers and tours were on time and the whole trip ran like clockwork. The accommodation was all fantastic with special mention to the lodges (Chobe Bakwena and Shiduli). I would highly recommend both of these to anyone traveling to these parts. In fact, I would highly recommend the whole itinerary to anyone looking for a family trip to Africa. Thanks for everything and please pass on our thanks and positive feedback to "This is Africa" they obviously have a very good team here and over there to coordinate all this to such a high standard. Thank you Suzanne
Dear Von and Nikki We are home safe and sound after our time in Africa and Egypt. Everything arranged by This Is Africa went perfectly to plan, many thanks. Bakwena Lodge was a great start. Their service was outstanding including tracking down luggage misplaced by Air Botswana. They set a standard that no one else could hope to achieve. We are still sorting through thousands of photos. Our trip was originally planned for 2020 but Covid intervened. This Is Africa honoured all of the deposits we had paid, were very helpful in re planning some of our itinerary and were always quick to respond to our many and varied requests. Again, many thanks. Debbie and Dave
Hi Team Our African honeymoon safari was nothing short of a dream come true. Bella had literally been dreaming about this since high school, more than 12years. And your help to make it as perfect as possible was noticeable. All the transfers we got were on time, the trip went smoothly and what a bunch of nice people working there. All the hotels suggested were fantastic Raddison blue, Kuname ( I want to go back), The fancy tent in Zimbabwe.....All of them were insanely great. The itinerary you suggested was perfect, exactly as we wanted. WE SAW ALL THE BIG FIVE!!!!!!! Most of them we saw multiple times. All the game drives were 10/10. Thank you so much for your help. Safe to say we are absolutely hooked, cannot wait for our next opportunity to go to Africa. It was magical & we are compelled to go back ASAP. Regards Diogo and Bella
Thank you so much This is Africa for arranging a really safe and unforgettable trip to South Africa and Botswana in April and May 2023. A big shout out to Nikki who created a fabulous itinerary for us and handled all our inquiries with accurate professionalism. We gave her our desired sights and budget and we could not be more pleased with the trip Nikki organized for us. We highly recommend This is Africa to anyone seeking a tailor made yet budget conscious trip to Africa. Kind regards Bill
Morning Nikki, Pat and Team! Now that life has started to settle down a bit and I finally have a spare second. I just wanted to reach out on behalf of Daniel and I and say thank you so so much for everything you did for our honeymoon. Daniel and I had the most incredible time! We fell in love with Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge and the people there. Gorilla trekking was hands down THE MOST incredible experience we have ever had. Thank you for dealing with all of my ridiculous questions / painful phone calls and stressing moments. I am proud to say that Daniel is also now Africa obsessed and we cannot wait to go back. Thank you again! Kate & Daniel
So many of my friends want to do what we have done. I did a daily FB update, and now everyone is ready to travel. Uganda, and our guide Joseph and our amazing trekkers surpassed our expectations. Our tour through Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe was grand, and we covered a lot of ground. Adventures: well the silver-back kicked me and I still have a bruise on my leg to show for it. Was fine, and a great dinner party story forever more. We saw everything, all close up. Have a million photos to share. Lions doing rude things beside the road, so perfect viewing. A leopard deciding to go for a daytime wander, warthogs having a nap outside the supermarket. I loved Africa, and it exceeded all our expectations. Thank you for all your assistance, we didn’t have any issues with travel, transfers etc. I will find some photos from my phone for you, but here is me happily resting after the Golden Monkeys with your cap on. Thank you Leanne
Hi Patrick and Yvonne Greg and I had another fabulous holiday in South Africa Stellenbosch is beautiful and we enjoyed another stay in Cape Town The Garden Route is stunning and the tour was everything we expected Kariega was amazing and we were pleased to stay on the River Lodge as well as Ukhosi Lodge Johannesburg was interesting and we were happy to experience Soweto Thank you both for putting together a wonderful itinerary we had a great holiday. We will be in touch when we are ready to go somewhere else in Africa Kind regards Cathy and Greg
Dear “wonderful” Yvonne I just want to let you know how wonderful our trip was and say a great big thank you for all the organising you did for us AND your patience…The hotel you chose for us in Cape Town was a winner. Only 6 minutes walk to V and A Waterfront… Strongly recommend hotel to others. The Tours in Cape Town…David (the guide) was fantastic…He was just so accommodating and patient...We got up Table Mountain – yay! Our trip to Robben Island went without a hitch – great experience. Very smooth – and saw a whale. Our Cape trip was great, the scenic road certainly lived up to its reputation as being one of the best in the world. We loved the penguin colony and spent ages there (David was soooo patient)…these little fellas were awake and “surfing“ the waves. Lots of babies as well…All our transfers ran like clockwork and were in a 10-12 seater van. Shiduli Lodge was just WONDERFUL…The staff at the lodge were just so friendly and happy. Really made our stay so amazing. Food was excellent and they were so accommodating of our dietary requirements. The safaris were just amazing…Our driver/guide Charlie and tracker Peter were just fantastic. We saw the BIG 5 most days and very close up. Then Joburg. Accommodation again was fantastic – location location. Our tour to Soweto , was another highlight…Overall it was the most fantastic holiday –and a great family experience . The private tours were just great for family bonding. I cannot thank you enough. Kind regards Mary
Hi Yvonne Wanted to let you know that we absolutely LOVED Botswana. All parts of the tour were just great. Desert and Delta Safaris were brilliant and the diversity of Chobe and Moremi was fabulous. The lodges were 10/10 - great facilities, team, food etc and we saw so many animals. Thanks for all your help to arrange what has been a truly memorable adventure. Best wishes. Mel and Caroline.
Hi Nikki We have been back for 1 week now... What an amazing trip we have had, everything went very smoothly, no hiccups at all. There was always someone there to pick us up and deliver us to the next destination. Both tour companies in Kenya and Tanzania were fantastic. We were very lucky with our guides we had, they were knowledgeable and always got us in the right spot to see the animals. We saw the most amazing game, walking in front and to the side of us. Every park offers something special in different ways, probably the one that we didn't rate that much was Lake Manyara National Park.. but Lake Manyara Kilimanjaro Lodge was absolute luxury. We were so lucky to see leopard three times and very close at three different parks. At Lake Nakuru we spotted rhino quite a few times and so close to us, which they all say is so hard to see. Botswana is so different to East Africa and so worth seeing. Absolutely loved Moremi Crossing Camp, the people there are were very accommodating.. Overall we had a fabulous trip and I've got the most amazing pictures and video. Africa is a magnificent continent with friendly people who make your trip very special. Regards Tracy Crowe
I just returned from a trip organised through This is Africa and I can't recommend them more highly. Everything was carefully and expertly arranged from start to finish. We were so lucky with our game viewing, jumping off the Elephant express and getting driven right to a lioness and her little cub - unforgettable! All our accommodation was beautiful and varied. A standout is definitely Nehimba. Having dinner or drinks on the deck while elephants drink from the swimming pool mere metres away. Chobe will always be an amazing memory for me as we were lucky enough to see a huge amount of animals but a lion and two lionesses walking past your vehicle is something you won't forget quickly. No matter where in Africa and what style you like to travel I would recommend This is Africa.
Such an amazing company offering experiences that are out of this world! If you are ever planning on traveling to Africa whether it be a family trip or by yourself I can 100% recommend This is Africa! They can tailor make itineraries to suit exactly what you are after. From the wonderful accommodation, amazing hospitality, great food, and outstanding drivers & guides it was the trip of a lifetime! I just did a 9 day trip myself and it was the most incredible trip that will stay with me for a lifetime! I will be offering this product to all of my customers that are wanting to travel to Africa.
Just returned from a 9 day Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia tour, as well as a short extension in Cape Town, and had the most amazing time away. I knew that it was going to be a once in a lifetime trip, but everything exceeded my expectations from day one. Every lodge that we stayed with was perfect, picking my favourite place is almost impossible! I could not believe the level of service that we received, from an entire team of staff waiting to greet us every time we arrived or returned to a lodge, to the waiters that could not be more enthusiastic serving amazing food and drinks, to the rangers that went above and beyond, even out of their normal working hours to ensure that the African experience that I had was the best ever. I've travelled to many countries and in many different styles of touring, and there are very few experiences that can compare to the fun that I had on this trip, the beautiful landscapes that I saw, and to the level of service that I experienced. Everything was seamlessly organised, and I'm already trying to figure out when I will be able to go back and travel again with This is Africa!
I have just finished a 9 day safari and it was amazing! I didn't know what I should see in Africa and was guided by them and I saw so much more than I had hoped. I did water and land safaris as well as 2 days in a national park staying on a concession (which means they can go off road to see animals). I saw lion stalking prey, hundreds of elephants, buffalo, impala, Eland as well as giraffes, leopards, zebras, hippo, honey badgers (a highlight for me) and so much more (and lots and lots of bird species if that's your thing). All the accommodation was to die for, food was great, water safe to drink etc. Border transfers and crossings were really well organised and the safari guides were really experienced - I didn't have one question left unanswered (and I had lots of questions). Everyone was supper helpful and I felt safe and supported my whole trip! If you want to go to Africa then This is Africa are the people to book with - tell them what you think you would like to see and be guided by them. All their staff booking your trip have been to Africa so many times - they know what they are talking about and have experienced it as opposed to other offers that might seem cheaper but they don't have the local experience. Can't recommend This is Africa enough - i hope to go back but if not this was a trio of a lifetime!
I have just returned from a 9 Day Zimbabwe and Botswana trip and I could not recommend This is Africa enough. They were incredible from start to finish. The planning process was easy. I dealt with a knowledgeable agent who knew what she was talking about. Everything ran according to plan and I had the BEST holiday ever. I will be back to Africa and certainly booking with This is Africa again
What a great company to organise your Africa trip! Everything ran smoothly and was looked after from start to finish across 9 days. Each guide was knowledgeable and provided an exciting and engaging game drive. One a day is never enough! We stayed at some of the most luxe properties I have experienced and will find it hard to go back to a normal 4 star. I would highly recommend consulting with, and booking through This Is Africa.
After a few days now into our return from Africa and coming down from such a high generated from the experience we had as a family , we would like to say a very big thank you. The fantastic effort you put into the assistance , planning and guidance of our trip was noticeable before we left however the stand out is when all the flight details , connection of transfers between accommodation etc went so seamlessly then it becomes very apparent of the level of detail you conveyed within the coordination of our holiday. Again thank you. Regards Jennifer & Randall Twine
Hi Nikki, A huge thank you for organizing and delivering such an incredible trip to Kenya - Everything was absolutely perfect and so excellent! From the wonderful accommodation, amazing hospitality, great food, and outstanding drivers / guides, it was a brilliant safari and I speak for all my family and friends who attended in saying it was the trip of a lifetime, so thank you so very much, everybody cannot speak highly enough of the entire safari. The wedding itself was amazing, certainly everything I hoped it would be! The staff at Ashnil were wonderful and delivered a fantastic event that exceeded my expectations. Please find attached a few candid photos from the wedding day - I don't have the professional shots back yet, but as you can see, it was a great day! Thanks again Nikki, for all your amazing work putting this phenomenal trip together, I could not be happier. Have a very happy new year; Best Regards; Lisa.
Hi Nikki I'm so sorry it has taken me so long to send these photos. Hope you like them. All were taken in the wild. (There are many, many more)! It was such a privilege to visit the countries we did, enjoy the culture, chat to the locals, taste the food and most importantly for me, to photograph my heart out with an abundance of wonderful creatures. Our guides were excellent - Joseph Lubega in Uganda deserves special mention. All the hotel staff were so very polite and very helpful.It really was the best trip and we all feel it was one of those 'once in a lifetime ones'.Thank you so very much for all you did to make this holiday (mind you, an exhausting one!) so special for the 3 of us. There were so many highlights, often many in a day! Such a vast difference to our lives here. So it is really hard to pick the best but the gorillas and chimps were simply amazing...fabulous.We will definitely recommend your company. Thanks again Nikki. Kind regards Jenny Rhind
Hi Team, I hope you are well! This is my second time travelling to Africa with This is Africa and it was just as amazing as the first! Everything recommended by Nikki was exactly what we were after. The local staff at the accommodation and on tours went above and beyond for us and we could not fault the service. We returned to a few places that we had previously been, but it was a whole different experience. Both trips very different from one another and equally fantastic! I would return to Africa time and time again with This is Africa! It is such an incredible destination. I will continue to highly recommend the product to all of my customers, family and friends. Thanks again Nikki for all your help, we would not have been able to do it without you!
I was fortunate enough to do a trip of a lifetime through This Is Africa, I have been waiting 10years for my opportunity to travel to Africa to see game and the local experience. The itinerary put together was second to none, my experience has left me with the most amazing memories and wanting to go back for more!! I will be booking my next Africa adventure through you thanks again!!
Dear Team, This is a quick note to say thank you for all your help in organizing our recent trip to South Africa. The itinerary was perfectly suited for our family and we all had a brilliant time. regards Abigail
Hi Nikki, our holiday is at an end and with regret we will be on the plane home tomorrow from wonderful Africa. Just a note to say thank you for a brilliantly organised itinerary. Everything went like clockwork and we have had a fantastic time. So many great experiences and animals saw lots of animals including the big 5 on the first day. The leopard was elusive but finally bagged some great shots. Loved Kapama, great lodge and right in the action, Cape Town was amazing as was Chobe and Vic falls. We are currently by the pool having a relax before we go and pack......yuk speak soon Bruce and Bev
Hi guys, I just thought I'd write you a note to say thanks very much for your help in organising my recent trip to Africa. Everything went off without a hitch and both my Mum and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Mum had some pretty high (and unrealistic) expectations of what we would see (leopard up a tree, baby elephant having a mud bath, a giraffe drinking etc, etc) but miraculously we saw all that and more! So thanks again for a wonderful trip, I'll definitely be recommending you to anyone planning a trip to Africa. Cheers Olivia Commercial Manager Flight Centre Travel Group
WOW!! I can't thank This Is Africa enough! I have just returned from a 9 day safari through Zimbabwe and Botswana and it completely blew my mind. The whole trip was seamless from start to end due to the amazing team putting together a fab itinerary giving us a bit of everything. We stayed at some of the most beautiful properties on private concessions, and on the water so we got to see all of the animals we wanted providing land and water based experiences and even got to visit a local village and school. The guides used were all so knowledgeable, excellent spotters, super friendly and really helped us to understand Africa better as a whole. For anyone wanting to have an authentic Africa experience This Is Africa is the way to go!
This is Africa is such an amazing company, I can't fault them at all! We just returned from an 8 night trip with them and it was the best trip I've ever had. Everything ran smoothly, the accommodation was amazing and the game drives were next level. When you're booking your trip, the staff from res are so knowledgeable and helpful. Don't go anywhere else to book your dream holiday.
THANK YOU. You did the most amazing job for us and we just could not have been happier. The was perfect, small, personalized, and it was great to meet other people for just a couple of days as different people joined for different parts of our trip. What you managed to arrange for us, especially with such a small time-frame, was just incredible. We had a blast and loved all the different tours. Roger noted that it was the best holiday he has ever had, so that is high praise indeed. Everything run like clockwork. The hotels were really good. The tour guides were great and the tours were a nice variety. We saw so much wildlife that in the end it was a bit ho hum that there were another 30 Zebras/elephants/giraffes standing next to the vehicle. It all seems surreal now. I think Cape Town and Botswana were my favourites. I even managed to catch a Tiger Fish (let's not mention the fact that it wasn't much bigger than a goldfish, and that I thought I had weed on my line). Anyway, thanks so very much. Ww can start dreaming about our next big adventure and have you plan it all for us. You were awesome and we do really appreciate all that you did for us. Kind regards Elizabeth and Roger
We had a fantastic holiday and everything went very smoothly, got to see all the animals and took some amazing photos. Both tours companies in Kenya and Tanzania really looked after us.
Hi Jodi I meant to email you weeks ago just to say, we had a wonderful time in Kenya. The Love Live Africa organization was excellent and we thought our guide was great. Despite my apprehension leading up to the trip with regards to security in Kenya, we felt very secure and well taken care of throughout the trip.So, thank you for taking the time months ago to get the addition information for me and your reassurance!CheersMelissa O'Neill (party of 4)
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