G.Sweet 9th – 22nd April
Hi Sam,
You put together the perfect trip!
Topped off by an evening filled with one great surprise after another. The staff at the Tongabezi Lodge went all out to give us a memorable finish to our birthday celebration.
This place and the entire vacation for that matter was more than we hoped for.
B.Gottlieb 28th March – 3rd April
Dear Dave,
We thought the safari was incredible – our girls are now describing it as their most favorite holiday (and they are pretty well traveled!)
L.Massoni 24th-31st March
M.Smith 20th – 28th February
Hi Sam,
M.Schmidtbauer 17th – 26th February
P.Chetwynd-Talbot 16th – 20th February
C.Western 15th – 20th February
Good morning Amelia,
V.Kite 27th – 30th January
Hi Sam,
Magashi and Akagera were fabulous. Possibly the happiest / friendliest / most genuine camp staff I have ever come across, and the wildlife experience was incredible! If only they had wild dogs there, I would say it’s the best (or equal to the best) I’ve ever experienced.
J.Smith 9th – 16th January
Hi Sam,
R.Gamberoni 2nd – 8th January
Hi Sam,
I hope you had a wonderful holiday. Our vacation was truly terrific, and I can’t thank you enough for your help in putting it all together.
Although we had a fantastic time with our kids during the first week in South Africa, I can’t begin to express how refreshing it was to put aside all my itineraries (which I had planned myself) and not have to worry about checking in for flights, staying in the right place, or navigating airports safely.
I want to especially mention the Asilia team. At each transfer, we were greeted by a representative holding a sheet with our names, welcoming us with a smile and perfect English. The team guided us through every airport situation, giving us peace of mind and ensuring smooth customs clearance.
The highlights of our trip included the two stunning locations—the Highlands in Ngorongoro and Olakira Migration Camp. Both were spectacular, and the food and service there were beyond excellent. Each place assigned us a guide responsible for all our transfers and game drives. The staff went above and beyond to make our 30th anniversary honeymoon special, with cake, songs, and dancing—truly memorable.
This trip was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From the hot air balloon ride to every game drive, it was unbelievable. We witnessed a wildebeest birth, watched a leopard drag an antelope into a tree, saw a mother cheetah with her cubs, elephants washing in the river, hippos emerging at night, and lions resting after a feast—all within about ten feet of us. It was simply spectacular!
We’re currently adjusting to the time change and getting back to work, but I wanted to send a quick note to thank you and let you know everything went perfectly!
I’ll attach some photos—though, as you know, they never quite do it justice! Thanks again for all your help. I will highly recommend Africa Odyssey to anyone interested in an unforgettable safari experience, and we appreciated how much we utilized the Vamoos app to follow our itinerary.
In regards to future travel, my husband and I are considering Egypt or possibly Patagonia for next Christmas/New Years. We will be traveling with our children who like to be active – we did white water rafting and swimming at the top of Victoria Falls this trip and hiked Machu Picchu last Christmas so it will be hard to top those things!
Thanks again!