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4.9/5

Based on 819 reviews

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Zambia - Safari and sightseeing

Zambia - Safari and sightseeing

April 2018

5 nights in Zambia

The suggestions on travel and accommodation based on our conversations were spot on. The holiday was designed around our wishes and needs and not just standard packages.
Efficient, smooth and easy process

Efficient, smooth and easy process

April 2018

11 nights in Zambia, South Africa and Mauritius

We have not gone on our trip yet, but Kat was really helpful and attentive to our needs and questions. We had a lot of back and forths in deciding where to go for our honeymoon but Kat remained professional, patient and responded very quickly to all our emails and queries. It was a really great and smooth experience booking this trip and we look forward to going on the trip.
April 2018

4 nights in Tanzania

Using Timbuktu was really helpful. Right away, we felt important, cared for and listened to. Thanks to Joanna, communication was super easy - She's a gem, genuinely kind, always responsive and had great advices to share. We did have a bit of a problem when we got to the Serengeti national park, but Joanna stayed available to talk about the issue and followed up as expected. Thank you for helping us realize our dream to visit Tanzania.
April 2018

6 nights in Namibia

Our trip was amazing, in large part due to the customer service, both from Timbuktu as well as their on-the-ground partners in Namibia. We would definitely use Timbuktu again if we are travelling in one of the countries they operate in.
amazing

amazing

April 2018

8 nights in South Africa

Everything from planning the trip, viewing our itinerary to our chosen accommodations.
Responsive, immediately, informative, friendly

Responsive, immediately, informative, friendly

March 2018

7 nights in Kenya

Timbuktu was immediately responsive to my request for information. The suggested options based on my desires, that came with activity, travel, and cost detail. I would definitely rely on Timbuktu for future trips that require precise planning.
TOP Customer Service - Highly recommended

TOP Customer Service - Highly recommended

March 2018

3 nights in Tanzania

I was SO impressed with the service I received from Timbuktu, specifically Caitlin. She truly made our trip a once in a lifetime journey through the bush. The initial quote was out of my budget, but Caitlin managed to ask me the right questions to tailor the trip to our needs and our budget. This involved MANY emails back and forth, after which I expected her to lose her patience. Instead, she remained professional, attentive, and caring of our needs. The final itinerary was simply too good to pass up and what started as a simple enquiry out of curiosity led us to once of the best trips in our life. The camp was amazing, the staff working there were thoughtful and perceptive, and our guide was knowledgable and experienced. What more could you want?
March 2018

14 nights in Rwanda, DRC and Republic of the Congo

it could not have been better
Best Travel Agent to use for Cape Town and Sabi Sand (Kruger) Safari

Best Travel Agent to use for Cape Town and Sabi Sand (Kruger) Safari

March 2018

4 nights in South Africa

Jonty is the best. Knowledgeable, thoughtful and just gets it. Not only have I used him, I have referred him to my friends...best compliment you can give.
Knowledgeable and helpful

Knowledgeable and helpful

March 2018

3 nights in Zimbabwe

Supplied relevant information based on their experience. Took account of our interests and recommended a hotel which proved a wonderful choice. I would definitely recommend them to friends and will most likely use Timbuktu again myself.
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"Timbuktu can take relatively complex and slightly amorphous travel plans and transform them into a well-organized, perfectly tailored trip."

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