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4.9/5

Based on 869 reviews

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Could not recommend them more!

Could not recommend them more!

November 2025

12 nights in Indonesia

We could not recommend Timbuktu travel more. Meg was so patient with us, helping to give us ideas based on our interests and coming up with others when we weren't sure. She helped connect us to our local hosts when we decided to do last minute adventures. There was such a variety of activities available to us, that we truly felt like we could get both adventure and cultural activities. She also worked hard to give us her expertise on the area and recommending the best resorts within our budget. We look forward to utilizing them for future travel!
Amazing service, brilliant ideas and a wonderful itinerary created.

Amazing service, brilliant ideas and a wonderful itinerary created.

November 2025

21 nights in Kenya and South Africa

We had a wonderful experience with Timbuktu. We were planning a trip to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary and spoke to the brilliant Millie Trotter who has created an amazing itinerary for us covering both Lamu and South Africa. Millie made it so easy for us and has found us some amazing looking places. We received VIP service and can’t wait to go. 5 stars!! 👏👏👏👏
Very Satisfied

Very Satisfied

November 2025

11 nights in Thailand

Kevin that I worked with listened to what I wanted and presented a trip with the information I gave him. We had to tweak it a couple of times before we settled on the itinerary.
Timbuktu helped make our honeymoon a special one!

Timbuktu helped make our honeymoon a special one!

November 2025

5 nights in Tanzania

We had an absolutely amazing time! We could not have had a better experience. With some luck on our side, we were able to see a river crossing and the big five. Both amazing experiences! We also enjoyed an amazing balloon ride! Both places that we stayed offered different but equally great accommodations, which we were looking for. Every person was so welcoming and offered service beyond what we would ever expect. We also don’t know if it was luck or planned, but all our game drives ended up being private. This trip feels like it would have been impossible to put together without the help of Timbuktu or at the very least much more difficult and stressful. Overall we had a fantastic time and we would definitely recommend you guys to others looking to travel to Africa!
November 2025

7 nights in Kenya

Well planned, and staff helpful.
Good trip

Good trip

November 2025

7 nights in Zimbabwe

We have travelled with Timbuktu several times and always feel we have excellent service from Joanna. Everything was very well organised and Joanna will answer any query very quickly.
November 2025

3 nights in South Africa

Referred by a friend to a direct contact, Jonty, who kindly tailored my first safari to my requests. He's been great about answering questions and staying in touch. I'm looking forward to an intimate experience with a family owned lodge, away from large crowds of people, with ample opportunities to quietly watch the beautiful wildlife of ZA.
Great vacation

Great vacation

November 2025

9 nights in South Africa and Zimbabwe

From the staff to the accommodations, our trip was wonderful. Tessa took our trip instructions and customized it to fit .
Wonderful Trip !

Wonderful Trip !

November 2025

8 nights in Tanzania

Kevin and Timbuktu generated a great trip for us. We took 14 flight in 11 days coming and going from Tanzania. We loved the safari and the hot air balloon safari.
Making a personal holiday - together

Making a personal holiday - together

November 2025

14 nights in South Africa and Namibia

Great planning experience so far (we yet have to go). It was a pleaseure discovering and selecting the better options for our travel style together with the Timbuktu team.
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