Gondwana Tours & Safaris
Gondwana Tours & Safaris
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Multi-day ToursCultural Tours4WD, ATV & Off-Road ToursSafarisNature & Wildlife Tours
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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We specialize in comprehensive and tailormade African safaris in Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, South Africa, Mozambique, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda,Tanzania, Malawi and Ethiopia. For the more active traveler who wants more than just to discover Africa just from the back of a Jeep, we also offer guided mobile, kayak, horse riding, walking, fishing, and specialist photographic safaris lead by highly experienced photographic guides. Africa has long been a continent attracting the adventurous traveler, for its vast open spaces & unspoiled wilderness. Africa is full of surprises with its ever-changing landscapes, seasonal transformations, and diverse cultures. We have travelled extensively across this fascinating continent and pride ourselves to call it our home. We constantly discover new destinations and revisit places on the ground, so we really do know the product we suggest to our guests.
Maun, Botswana
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Kate D
Atlanta, GA5 contributions
Jun 2021
We worked with Gondwana to go on a 9 day safari in Botswana & can't say enough how great the experience was.
I worked closely with Mark for the past 2+ years (our trip was delayed a year due to covid) and he was unbelievably helpful, knowledgeable and accommodating, especially with the entire hassle of having to cancel dates and rebook due to the pandemic then coordinate covid tests when landing in and leaving Botswana. From the beginning, Mark really listened to what we specifically wanted with our safari and was able to put together an itinerary that matched our needs and our budget. He went above and beyond to make sure we were able to stay in the camps we wanted to stay in, providing us a TON of detail on each camp, the concessions, what to expect when traveling to Africa, etc. Whether it's your first trip to Africa or your 10th, I highly highly recommend leveraging Gondwana tours and working with Mark Hathaway! (I also suggest asking him about the Kwando Safari camps, they were incredible).
Thanks again Mark- can't wait to work with you again soon!
I worked closely with Mark for the past 2+ years (our trip was delayed a year due to covid) and he was unbelievably helpful, knowledgeable and accommodating, especially with the entire hassle of having to cancel dates and rebook due to the pandemic then coordinate covid tests when landing in and leaving Botswana. From the beginning, Mark really listened to what we specifically wanted with our safari and was able to put together an itinerary that matched our needs and our budget. He went above and beyond to make sure we were able to stay in the camps we wanted to stay in, providing us a TON of detail on each camp, the concessions, what to expect when traveling to Africa, etc. Whether it's your first trip to Africa or your 10th, I highly highly recommend leveraging Gondwana tours and working with Mark Hathaway! (I also suggest asking him about the Kwando Safari camps, they were incredible).
Thanks again Mark- can't wait to work with you again soon!
Written 1 July 2021
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Many thanks for taking the time to review us and the kind words, it is much appreciated. We are really happy that this trip finally happened after all the delays due to Covid and all went well. We hope to hear from you again. Many thanks from the whole Gondwana Tours & Safaris team too - Mark
Written 14 September 2021
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C A
Salt Lake City, UT56 contributions
Apr 2021
I went on a two week photo safari to Zimbabwe that was arranged by GTS. My trip was originally planned for 4/20 but was put on hold due to the pandemic. Nothing to fear, GTS (Gondwana Tours & Safaris) kept in close contact with me throughout and helped to transition everything to allow for the trip to be completed this year. It involved making some changes and additions to the itinerary, not the least of which was arranging for COVID testing to be completed upon my return to the US. Everything went very smoothly and great communication with GTS staff (Jonathan) was maintained from start to finish. I cannot speak highly enough of how well everything was organized and I would very highly recommend GTS to anyone planning an African safari. 10/5 stars
Written 6 May 2021
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Many thanks for taking the time to review us and the kind words, it is much appreciated. We are very happy that this trip finally happened, after all the delays due to Covid. We would love to hear from you again. Many thanks for travelling with us, from the whole Gondwana Tours & Safaris team & Jonathan
Written 14 September 2021
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Sloanmason
San Diego, CA22 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Both our safari trip to Botswana and subsequent visit to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe were impeccably planned and perfectly executed by Jonathan at Gondwana Tours.
Upon completing passport control in Maun, Botswana our family of 5 was immediately met and escorted through the airport to meet our connection for our Mack Air charter flight. It was very reassuring to navigate the transfer so smoothly, and to know our luggage was being handled effectively.
The charter flight to our first camp at Sable Alley in the Okavango Delta was amazing. We were met upon landing at the airstrip by Molls, who was to be our incredible guide for the next 4 days. The camp, adjacent to a watering hole, was a popular gathering spot for hippos, gazelle, kudu and even elephant, making for incredible game viewing.
Our game drives allowed us to see a leopard family, lion cubs, painted dogs, many more elephant, zebra and giraffe. We were often the only group viewing these animals.
We were sorry to leave Molls, Adi and the rest of the team at Sable Alley, but excited to see our second camp at Bakwena Lodge in Chobe.
This beautiful camp is on the Chobe river, close to the National park. After another scenic flight with Mack Air, we were efficiently and graciously greeted at Kasane airport for transfer to our lodge. We enjoyed our stunning river safari trips with our amazingly knowledgeable guide Max, who regaled us with insights into local wildlife and background of the local area. We were treated to close-up views of crocodile and a group of lionesses as well as seeing many adult and baby elephant drinking at the rivers edge.
Sad to leave, but excited to see Zimbabwe, we were successfully escorted through the border crossing, again thanks to the guides organized by Gondwana.
The last 3 days of our trip were spent at the beautiful Victoria Falls hotel. Viewing the waterfalls up close was a breathtaking experience, and the relaxing and luxurious end to our trip was very welcome.
Due to BA cancelling our flight from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg, we had to organize an alternative flight from Zambia. Jonathan at Gondwana again stepped up and organized an extremely comfortable and efficient cross-border transfer to ease our way to our new departure point.
Jonathan was extremely responsive at every stage of our trip, from initial discussions through to communication during the trip itself. Every stage was handled perfectly. The only surprises were pleasant ones, such as welcome cocktails and sparkling wine at each camp. Dishes and drinks at every location were delightful.
I would highly recommend Gondwana to anyone considering a safari trip to Botswana, and have already done so to numerous people since our return to the USA.
Thank you Jonathan and colleagues at Gondwana for an amazing trip to Africa.
Written 8 August 2022
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Thanks so much for taking the time to review us and sharing your experience. We are glad to hear that Jonathan was helpful in planning the trip and navigating you swiftly through some challenges along the way. We love to hear from you again. On behalf of Jonathan and the whole Gondwana Tours & Safaris team... Thank you for travelling with Us!
Written 12 August 2022
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Sue G
Matlock, UK24 contributions
Jun 2022
What can I say? Mark Hathaway at Gondwana has been a first rate holiday agent from start to finish. In the beginning we didn't know what we wanted to do and where to stay. Mark patiently worked with us, spending a great deal of time to make sure we came up with the right itinerary for our Safari in Botswana. Once we got as far as booking Gondwana were competitive on price as well as having impressed us with their fantastic service, so we didn't hesitate to go ahead with them. Close to our departure date Mark tipped us off that there was liklely to be a problem with one of our flights - even though we had booked our flights separately & this was not part of our package with Gondwana. Mark continued to offer us helpful tips and responses to questions. And, most importantly of all... Our holiday was absolutely fantastic, fully living up to our 'holiday of a lifetime' expectations.
In summary, absolutely brilliant, knowledgeable and first rate service from this safari specialist. Can't recommend these guys highly enough.
In summary, absolutely brilliant, knowledgeable and first rate service from this safari specialist. Can't recommend these guys highly enough.
Written 27 June 2022
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Dear Sue. On behalf of the whole Gondwana team and Mark, we thank you for taking the time to review us and of course allowing us to assist with putting this holiday together for you. We are glad to hear you had a great time and found Mark helpful. We love to hear from you again. Regards from Mark and the whoe GTS team...
Written 13 July 2022
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mimi977
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg5 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
We booked our trip to Botswana and Zimbabwe through Gondwana Tours after searching the web for a local agent. I did not know them before. From the first moment, Steffi gave us an excellent service and spent much time to accompany us in the search for the best itinerary, putting focus on our specific needs and wishes. We had to postpone the trip a few times due to different reasons but Steffi was always there to help us reconsider everything. We came back from our 14-day trip a weeke ago. We had an amazing experience. It was one of the best trips we've ever done, and we are travelling a lot. During the Safari, we always felt that if we had an issue Steffi would be there to assist us. Her responsiveness was excellent. Thank you Steffi for a fabulous trip and many memorable moments which will stay with us forever. We will definitely go back to Africa. We will gladly book again through Gondwana and recommend it to friends and family.
Written 9 August 2022
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Thanks so very much Mimi for the lovely review. I am so glad this trip did finally happen and was all you had wished and hoped for. I would love to welcome you in Africa again.... there is much much more to see and discover. Kind regards from us all and thanks for travelling with us. Steffi
Written 11 August 2022
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Sharen E
1 contribution
Jan 2022
We booked our trip to Lianshulu in Botswana for July 2019 with Gondwana. Then Covid lockdown happened and we were unable to go. They were extremely helpful in arranging a deferred trip in July 2020 at the same rates. The afternoon before we left, I received a positive Covid test result and we couldn't leave. Again the trip was rescheduled at no extra cost, and we finally had the most amazing trip in January 2022. Our booking experience with Gondwana was outstanding and their constant, immediate feedback greatly appreciated. We will most definitely make use of their services again. The stay at Lianshulu Lodge was a wonderful experience. The staff were focused on our comfort and enjoyment and ensured that we enjoyed every moment. Definitely worth a visit.
Written 8 February 2022
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Please accept our apology for the late response to you. Thanks so very much for the great review and we are happy to enjoyed your stay at Lianshulu Lodge. Many thanks and kind regards from the whole Gondwana Tours & Safaris team
Written 9 May 2022
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dlacy13
Oklahoma City, OK12 contributions
Jun 2021
My family of 4 just completed our first trip to Africa, a wonderful 11 day tour we booked with Gondwana Tours and Safaris. We worked with Steffi for over a year on the trip, which included Victoria Falls, the Chobe Princess, two great camps, Setari and MmaDinare, and Maun. Steffi was knowledgeable and responsive and planned the trip of a lifetime for us that included both water and land safaris where we saw more wildlife and scenery than we would have dreamed possible. We were continually amazed at the wonderful lodging, food and service we received at every location. Steffi also arranged for us to get through the maze of requirements for Covid testing in 3 different countries, not an easy task and one that required several changes to our itinerary. We are delighted with the trip Steffi planned for us and we highly recommend Gondwana Tours and Safaris.
Written 8 July 2021
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We are so happy that this trip finally happened and was such a success, besides Covid and PCR tests and other obstacles. It was a total pleasure to work with you and make all arrangements. Many thanks for taking the time to review us, it is much appreciated. We hope to hear from you again. Many thanks from the whole Gondwana Tours & Safaris team too - Steffi
Written 14 September 2021
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Filip S
2 contributions
Jul 2022
We booked a 8 Day private safari in Moremi, Savuti and Chobe National park in Juli 2022.
We thank you from the bottom of our hearts to Christelle and Gondwana Tours & Safaris for the perfect trip to botswana and for the perfect honeymoon ;-) it was way more than 10/10 (as honeymooners we got some lovely charming surprises ;-)
Our expectations were exceeded, everything was running flawlessly and smoothly. We always had the feeling, that our wishes were always the first priority of the staff.
Before the trip we arrange an itinerary with Christelle (the provided informations and recommendations were very professional, detailed and helpful), so every wish was implemented and every question answered before we definitely booked our trip. At the beginning of the trip we got this detailed itinerary printed in hand. Further went everything unproblematically as it was written there.
All the camps we have booked were perfect in slightly different ways. All of them were very charming, comfortable and familiar with the perfect service. The staff and managers were always attentive, smiling and very friendly :-)
We strongly recommend booking with Gondwana Tours & Safaris!
Once more many thanks
We thank you from the bottom of our hearts to Christelle and Gondwana Tours & Safaris for the perfect trip to botswana and for the perfect honeymoon ;-) it was way more than 10/10 (as honeymooners we got some lovely charming surprises ;-)
Our expectations were exceeded, everything was running flawlessly and smoothly. We always had the feeling, that our wishes were always the first priority of the staff.
Before the trip we arrange an itinerary with Christelle (the provided informations and recommendations were very professional, detailed and helpful), so every wish was implemented and every question answered before we definitely booked our trip. At the beginning of the trip we got this detailed itinerary printed in hand. Further went everything unproblematically as it was written there.
All the camps we have booked were perfect in slightly different ways. All of them were very charming, comfortable and familiar with the perfect service. The staff and managers were always attentive, smiling and very friendly :-)
We strongly recommend booking with Gondwana Tours & Safaris!
Once more many thanks
Written 5 September 2022
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Thanks so much for taking time to review us, but most importantly for letting us help arrange this special trip for you. The best part of our great job is to get feedback like this!
Many thanks for travelling with us. We love to hear from you again.
Regards Christelle and the whole Gondwana Tours & Safaris team
Written 12 September 2022
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MLV526
Charlotte, NC51 contributions
Apr 2021
I can't say enough good things about Gondwana and the specialists there. My original trip was booked for April 2020, but due to the introduction of covid and subsequent border closures in Botswana (and much of Africa), I had to postpone more than once. I ultimately made the trip in late April 2021 and it was seamless. Throughout the process of rebooking, rescheduling, changing plans, Mark was excellent to work with. He kept in regular contact throughout the year, and as the trip date grew closer, he answered all of my many questions in a prompt timeframe, especially given the time difference from the USA. I traveled to several camps throughout northern Botswana on a bespoke itinerary and my arrangements at each one, and transportation between, were perfect. The timing of the trip also worked well as I was seemingly right in the "shoulder season" and was therefore able to take advantage of fewer crowds (already lessened because of covid) and very temperate weather. Between the week of game drives, I was able to see just about all the animals I hoped for and some I hadn't even considered. I'm still working on a rhino sighting though - will have to come again some time, since I still missed out on Vic Falls, and when I do, I'll be using Gondwana for my travel arrangements. I encountered a bit of a travel hiccup at the end of my journey (unrelated to Gondwana planning) and Mark and Team worked tirelessly behind the scenes to assist. I would 100% recommend Gondwana to anyone. Their knowledgeable professionals and local presence are far better than anyone I could have found close to home.
Thank you, Mark and Team! You're amazing!
Thank you, Mark and Team! You're amazing!
Written 21 May 2021
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Thanks so very much for the time to review us, we totaly apprreciate it. We are really happy to hear you enjoyed your trip, even with current Covid protocols in place at the various borders. Rhinos have sadly become so rare and you got to be very lucky to see one. But this will hopefully be a good reason to return to Africa. Once again thanks for travelling with us. Kind regards. Gondwana Tours & Safaris team
Written 27 May 2021
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Arnau D
La Garriga, Spain20 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
I booked a four-night, five-day fly-in safari with Gondwana Tours & Safaris. From the very beginning, the service was excellent and they helped me choose the camp that best suited my budget and interests. Their email communication was very efficient, and they confirmed receipt of payments promptly. The safari, both the plane flights and the camp, were perfect. I was able to see lions, wild dogs, elephants, buffalo... It was a great experience! I highly recommend Gondwana Tours & Safaris for this type of trip.
Written 14 April 2023
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Thanks so much for taking the time to review us and letting us handle the organisation of your safari. We greatly appreciate it and love to hear from you again. Thanks on behalf of the whole Gondwana Tours & Safaris Team
Written 12 June 2023
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When are you planning to go and how many people are you?
Written 27 April 2018
Pls send a quote for a12 day exclusive safari package covering the key reserves and a visit to victoria falls. 6 to 7 pax. Must be reasonably priced with comfortable accommodation and all meals buffet!
Written 2 September 2018
Hi Gondwana tours & safaris, I would like to enquire tour booking, could you please mail to me Or give your mailbox
Written 26 April 2018
We love to help with planning your trip. Can you please email us further details?
Written 28 April 2018
Do you have a group safari in Botswana in November - December 2017?
Written 24 September 2017
Dear Alison,
this is Steffi here at Gondwana Tours & Safaris. We can certainly assist with group trips in Namibia. We do offer tailor made trips around Namibia or also small sized group trips at set departure dates and routes. Here is a link to some scheduled trips around Namibia we offer, although there are many more options and all is totally flexible. Once I have some more details from you, as to what you have in mind, we can send you specific ideas and suggestions. Please have a look at our website under Namibia trip ideas, for some first ideas for group trips and rates.
Kind regards,
Steffi Presske, Gondwana Tours & Safaris
Written 25 September 2017
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