Africa Travel Resource

Fantastic experience: Just back from our 2 week Safari in Zambia (first time there), put together by Richard Wende of ATR Safaris (this was our third trip with them). Absolutely amazing experience in Takwela and Tafika Camps including some magnificent walking experiences (in North Luangwa and South Luangwa NP, respectively) as well as in two Classic Zambia camps in Lower Zambezi NP (Kutali and Chula). Zambia has made it to one of our top destinations (and we've seen one or the other camps between the cape and Mount Kenya). Hospitality and guiding was superb all around, wildlife encounters (especially Leopard) wer out of this world !!! Zambia seems to have struck a very good balance between quantity and quality when is come to safari tourism. Once again Richard did an excellent job at perfectly tailoring this trip to our needs and expectations! Thank you very, very much! Plus, support by ATR was flawless when a flat tyre on our Bush plane delayed our return home by 24 hrs.! Thanks also to Kyle Branch from Classic Zambia for their unsurpassed support and hospitality in this "mini crisis". We'll be back to Zambia with the help of Richard and ATR!

Fantastic experience: My wife and I aren’t generally the sort of folks who trust our choices to other people—especially about a vacation. But after our ATR trip to Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya, we can safely say (to paraphrase the American coinage slogan), “IN HELLE WE TRUST!” It was a bucket list trip for the two of us, and Helle listened, understood, and crafted a journey that far exceeded our hopes. From the start to the finish (Ndali Lodge was the pitch-perfect beginning for us and Hemmingways the ideal, luxurious, oasis of a close), every recommendation was simply spot-on. From the overall itinerary and flow to the small nuances of her individual lodging and activity selections, Helle “got us” and got it all just right. And the rest of the team (especially Hermine) was just as supportive and thoughtful. I don’t know about ATR’s packages elsewhere in the world, but if you want a customized, private trip to Africa where you’re not just getting a stock itinerary off the rack and you’re not stuck on a group tour with a bunch of misaligned strangers, ATR is your place. There may not be as much handholding as some of the ultra-luxury packaged trips, but every element of the trip was lovely and every transition and connection was seamless, easy, and well-handled. Helle, we would follow your guidance anywhere. It really was the trip of a lifetime.

Fantastic experience: Just returned home from our Africa safari trip organized by ATR. Amazing! Epic! ATR did a fantastic job. They clearly know Africa and the various camps and options for a great safari. They ensured we went to places that aligned with what we were looking for, organized a very clear and excellent itinerary, prepared us for the trip, and did a great job staying on top of things and being very responsive before, during and after. They were incredibly helpful in adding another member to our group at the last minute - all went very smoothly. Also, the ATR website is excellent - great descriptions and reviews of all the camps. An outstanding experience.

Fantastic experience: Ad oggi non ricordo quante volte, negli ultimi tantissimi anni, ho inviato la mia classica mail a Clare dicendole "I think I'm ready to organize the next safari" e che abbiamo iniziato uno scambio dalla durata infinita (GRAZIE ATR per la pazienza, grazie CLARE per l'infinita disponibiltà) per stabilire luoghi, itinerari, desideri, budget. Sono stata a Zanzibar, a Fanjove, tre volte in Tanzania in almeno 4 parchi diversi, in Sudafrica in Botswana e a Città del Capo. MAI in posti meno che meravigliosi e perfettamente organizzati, MAI senza un supporto più che eccellente, MAI con un senso di insoddisfazione. Fino a quando potrò permettermi i viaggio che amo in assoluto di più, continuerò a partire grazie ad ATR........" I think I'm ready for the 2026 safari". THANKS A LOT

Fantastic experience: Just had a "wow" holiday organised by Richard Wende at ATR. Victoria Falls followed by my first safari in Kruger National Park at a camp called Shindzela. Everything was above and beyond our expectations. The advice and organising ability was superb. I would wholly recommend ATR. On safari, I saw rhino's, lions tracking buffalo, giraffe's, zebra's, hippos, elephants, wildebeest and much more. The camp, Shindzela was brilliant, the trackers and guides was just superb. Great food and a very relaxed enjoyable time. Advice given by ATR was absolutely spot. Just had a holiday of a lifetime. Will definitely be going back on safari with ATR in the future. Just a great big thank you to Richard and the team.

Fantastic experience: We recently returned from the most incredible trip planned by ATR, and I can’t recommend them highly enough. From the very first interaction, it was clear that we were in expert hands. The team took the time to truly understand what we were looking for, and the itinerary they crafted was nothing short of perfection. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged — from smooth transfers and great accommodations to exceptional guides and unforgettable safari experiences. Everything flowed effortlessly, which meant we could simply relax and soak it all in. We felt completely supported from start to finish and came home with memories we’ll treasure forever. This trip was a dream come true. Thank you, ATR, for making this journey so extraordinary!

Fantastic experience: We have booked 4 trips to Africa with Africa Travel Resource (ATR) and they have been absolutely wonderful to work with. The information on their website is comprehensive to say the least and they do a fantastic job of informing you the itinerary and cost during the booking process. Richard Wende was the representative that we worked with on our last trip, and he was/is fantastic. We have frequently recommended ATR to our friends and will continue to do so.

Fantastic experience: From the beginning to the end ATR helped us plan and coordinate our trip of a lifetime to Tanzania. We began the journey with Clare to answered all of our questions and there were many, she was so helpful in assisting us with our decisions. Then we were assisted by Gemma who was equally as competent and helpful. We have never travelled with the help of a tour company and we were nervous about trusting that they would provide all that we hoped for. They surpassed our expectations! Everything was perfect! Thank you ATR!

Fantastic experience: My wife and I just returned from a Safari. It was a 70th birthday celebration. The trip ATR put together was beyond our expectations . We had a fabulous time. The itinerary was perfect, Tracey Bennett and ATR really put together a perfect safari tour. A number of experienced people we met at the camps, from South Africa or Zimbabwe wanted to know how we had chose so well. We gave ATR all the credit. The Residence Johannesburg was excellent, the restaurant was first rate. Nottens was a perfect place to begin, from the accommodations, food and game drives it was exceptional. The wild life sightings were plentiful, we got real up close. They went out of their way for my wife’s birthday. We really enjoyed Victoria Falls, had lunch at the Lookout Cafe, after walking the Falls, really spectacular. Hwange was such a great experience, “Spike” was our main guide, was so gracious and knowledgeable. The camp was beautiful, food, accommodations and service were excellent. Great Game drives and walking safari’s. Of course Goliath with Stretch and Alister as our guides is world class Safari, I’m at a loss for words to describe our experience. Stretch is a legend and runs a phenomenal camp, we were treated like family. We really got up close and personal on the walking safaris. Ending at Kavinga was perfect. Beautiful location, has to be seen to be believed, easygoing and relaxing. Blade our guide is young extremely knowledgeable and carrying on a great tradition. As you can see we loved our trip. The connections, flights etc were seamless. We have traveled extensively and without question this trip was our best one.

Fantastic experience: A Journey to Remember: Egypt with ATR Safari Our trip to Egypt was an unforgettable experience that exceeded all expectations. From the awe-inspiring pyramids, ancient tombs, and magnificent temples to the remarkable Grand Egyptian Museum, Egypt offers a history-rich adventure at every turn. The vibrant and bustling streets of Old Cairo, especially the Coptic Quarter, provided a fascinating glimpse into a world where some of the oldest churches and most stunning mosques in existence can be explored. Every step through Egypt feels like walking through history. Egypt is truly magical! One of the absolute highlights of our journey was sailing along the Nile River, an experience that will forever remain etched in my memory. I spent a considerable amount of time searching for the perfect boat—one that could dock at hidden gems along the river and provide an intimate experience with only a handful of guests. Eventually, I discovered, through ATR Safari the stunning dahabiya Malouka from Nour el Nil. If you plan to visit Egypt, I wholeheartedly recommend embarking on a dahabiya cruise on the Nile—it’s an unparalleled experience! We arranged our journey through the British tour operator ATR Safari, and their service was nothing short of exceptional from start to finish. With their deep knowledge of Egypt, they tailor itineraries to match all our wishes, ensuring a personalized and unforgettable adventure. ATR Safari was also the only tour operator I found that could arrange a dahabiya cruise on the Nile at a high standard, and I knew I had to sail this legendary river! One of the greatest advantages of booking with ATR is the meticulous planning from beginning to end. From airport transfers to hotel arrangements, and the presence of a personal guide at every destination, the entire trip is seamlessly structured. This allows travelers to enjoy flexibility, deeper cultural immersion, and enriching conversations with local guides about daily life in Egypt. ATR Safari designs trips entirely around your unique preferences and is committed to sustainable tourism. With everything expertly organized in advance, you can relax, explore, and savor your adventure stress-free. For a truly professional, well-curated, and exceptional travel experience, I give ATR Safari my highest recommendation!

Fantastic experience: We loved the trip that Tracy planned for us to South Africa. She did an excellent job providing us many options within our budget. The itinerary was very detailed. We just came back and I can’t recommend ATR enough! The team was communicative the whole way through and it was a trip of a lifetime!

Fantastic experience: ATR arranged our family’s first trip to South Africa. We used Brian to book our trip. ATR staff were great communicating with us and the safari lodge ensuring all of our requests were noted. ATR arranged the arrival hotel which was great and the inter Africa flights. Everything went smoothly. No issues at all.

Fantastic experience: My wife and I were unsure of how to approach our first time safari / Africa trip. ATR was incredibly professional and helped us create the trip of a life time to Zimbabwe. They were informative and everything went smoothly!

Fantastic experience: We used this company in 2008 for a safari in Tanzania. Probably the best holiday I have ever had with the organisation spot on, the accommodation better than our expectations and the right budget. Could not fault a single thing, it was just superb. Couldn't recommend highly enough and have sent close friends their way since.

Fantastic experience: We have used ATR a few times and are delighted with them. The first time was in 2009 when my wife sent an email on a Sunday to a few agencies that specialize in Africa. She was shocked to receive a reply from Tracey Bennett the same day...on a Sunday. Tracey's proposal was the best so we went with ATR. We have used them a few times since, the latest being just last week when we went to ol Donyo Lodge in Kenya. Like the other trips this was perfect in every detail. We have recommended friends to ATR and they have been delighted too.

Fantastic experience: Fuimos de vacaciones con mi esposa e hijo a Sudafrica y Namibia a traves de ATR. Ellos nos ayudaron con todas las coordinaciones en estos paises, nosotros solamente coordinamos los vuelos para llegar a Johannesburg. De ahi en adelante, todo funciono perfecto, no tuvimos ningun inconveniente, los hoteles reservados estuvieron increible, los servicios turisticos contratados a traves de ATR tambien. En resumen, fue una experiencia inolvidable, muchas gracias por todo.

Fantastic experience: ATR has planned 7 trips to Tanzania and 2 to South Africa for us. I will never ever deal with another company as ATR is simply the best. Jay understood all my needs and designed perfect itineraries 9 times over an 11 year period. They are all very responsive and remedy any problem immediately. Their suppliers in Tanzania are also amazing and so are the lodges they chose. Simply put, choose ATR for your holiday planning without any doubts.

Fantastic experience: I worked with Helle and Hermine in planning my and my husband's first trip to Africa. From start to finish, the process was seamless and tailor-made. Helle worked with me to pull together an itinerary that allowed us to hit Nairobi, Masai Mara for safari, and Uganda for gorilla trekking. She was patient and thorough in answering all my questions and provided a lot of insight and expertise that I would not have been able to get anywhere else. I am the type of person who needs as much information as possible going into any activity or event, and the detailed itinerary they provided was perfect. This was my first time working with a travel agent and I am so glad I did. I would 100% recommend ATR to anyone interested in going on safari!

Fantastic experience: Trip 1 - Jan 2024. Just returned from Argentina (Patagonia and the Puna in the northwest). ATR did an exceptional job in putting together this trip for us. We went to areas in the Puna that were so remote on some days we didn't see another vehicle for a day. Our experiences were amazing - I highly recommend ATR. Trip 2 - Jan 2025. Just returned from Rwanda / Tanzania. This trip was a 10+ of a 10. ATR Safari is my go-to travel provider for Africa and anywhere else the provide services.

Fantastic experience: An update on ATR. We just finished another trip and access to one of the safari areas we were to visit was inundated by a massive flood. We were already in the middle of the trip (at another camp) and ATR had to totally revise our access plan to the resort, which required some quick action! Everything went off without a hitch - nothing like performance under fire! First, let me say that we are Africadicts. We have fallen in love with the animals, the people and the whole safari experience and usually go to Africa multiple times a year. We travel a lot to other places in the world too, but Africa is our real love. We have used ATR extensively for over 10 years now and have found them to be one of the very best travel companies, Africa or anywhere. Their knowledge is superb, their trip planning tool awesome, their customer service and response spot on and their network of contacts on the continent second to none. Believe it or not, we have done many complicated trips with multiple difficult connections and ATR has made sure that they all worked seamlessly. This goes both for our solo trips and for the trips where friends have traveled with us. To really enjoy Africa, you need to go to the right places, at the right time of year, to reliable camps and to have a worry free experience. ATR's expertise has delivered for us time and again and I can recommend them without reservation!

Fantastic experience: Tayloring Safaris is in the DNA of ATR. The approach of providing you with a taylor made safari option personnaly for you leads through one or more phone calls so ATR can understand what you like or don`t like..... they really know how to listen. Our Tanzania Safari was worked out so well by Jay Hanson. We have just come back from Tanzania. We would book with ATR any time in the future when considering going back to Africa!

Fantastic experience: Excellent company and service. ATR organized the holiday of a lifetime for our family in Tanzania over Christmas & New Year 2024

Fantastic experience: I've used ATR many times over the past 2 decades. As expected, this trip to Botswana and The Okavango Delta was extremely satisfactory. Customizing the trip with e-mail exchanges with Richard allowed us to get exactly the trip we wanted. (That we are in the US and ATR is London based is a complete non-issue, if you happened to be concerned.) Logistics were all perfect, which makes the experience low stress. We found Kwando's operation to be most satisfactory. Air service (airlink and Mack) was very good. Accommodations, meals, guides, staff, were all excellent. If you don't know, this is emphatically NOT roughing it -- luxurious even. Staff to Guest ratios are nuts! The care that Botswana gives to their natural areas is fantastic. In addition to the Big name sightings, we viewed several rare birds and beasts. The birding alone is worth the trip.

Fantastic experience: We’ve been on six trips with ATR and each time we’ve had a wonderful time. Richard is always helpful and patient in tweaking trips to get a perfect itinerary and Gemma was great in following up on the customer experience side.

Fantastic experience: My husband and I booked our dream honeymoon with ATR Safari to Tanzania and we cannot say enough great things about our experience planning the trip, and our experience with the lodges, guides, transportation and more within Tanzania. Brian Blatt with ATR heard exactly what each of us wanted out of the trip, and put together a trip of a lifetime for us. We went to Tarangeri National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar, and each place was unique and had so much to offer! ATR's communication was great leading up to the trip and helping us to understand and organize all of the documents we would need. The platform they share the itinerary and travel tips/expectations on was also top notch and accessible. Luckily, we didn't need an emergency contact, but knowing we had access to their emergency line through whatsapp while abroad was a comfort. I highly recommend planning your next African adventure with ATR!

Fantastic experience: My wife and I had an unforgettable trip 30th Anniversary trip. The ATR team did a great job and took the opportunity to turn any problems into a “Wow!” marketing moment, as well as some surprise anniversary celebrations! I have referred your group to two other parties who are planning an African trip.

Fantastic experience: Extremely positive experience with ATR including bespoke planning process, and real-time assistance once on the trip. They set us up with incredible accommodations and efficient flight paths for a rather complex Africa trip to Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda.

Fantastic experience: There was 12 of us that went on the most amazing trip ever. We thought it would be good but never expected the level of perfection that we experienced. The staff were so friendly and knowledgeable! The food was like the food network show! Every accommodation was perfect! They thought of every little detail. The safari was so exciting! We saw every animal! We saw the big 5 and so much more! Our guides were the best in the world. I can’t say enough about ATR. They asked questions to get to know us and customized our trip for us. It was definitely perfection. Thank you So much!!!!

Fantastic experience: We have traveled with ATR to Africa multiple times, and each experience has been exceptionally well-organized, consistently meeting our needs. It is invaluable to have an agent you can trust, ensuring that accommodations, activities, and transportation are perfectly tailored to your preferences. We highly recommend ATR for their outstanding service and attention to detail.

Fantastic experience: ATR was the best decision I made. I worked with Tracy to decide what we wanted. I had no idea where to start on planning a two week honeymoon in Africa and Tracy laid out many different price tiers and locations for us to explore. After landing on South Africa we had a phone call to discuss what all we could od in South Africa. We landed on Motswari Safari Lodge in the Timbavati Reserve and The Residence at Zanzibar Island. Tracy has fabulous recommendations and Hermine was our book manager that allowed us to really customize the trip through extra experiences, super clear directions and she was very responsive! Even after the trip we accidently double paid for an airport transfer and they worked with the resort to get us a refund. Best in class through and through!

Fantastic experience: I have used ATR twice now for trips to Namibia and most recently, Botswana. Richard Wende was a pleasure to deal with - very knowledgeable and able to personalise an incredible trip and experience. All the lodges were incredible as was every other aspect of the holiday. I can't thank him and ATR enough for the memories they have given us. Nick and Danielle

Fantastic experience: This is the second adventure we have organised through Africa Travel Resource (ATR) This time it was Zambia . From the outset the experience was a breeze. They listened to our thoughts and then planned our travel based upon that. Their advice on accommodation and service providers was excellent as were all the flight connections from destination to destination. Without their assistance I doubt it would have all come together. They were wonderful to deal with, professional and knowledgeable . Cannot recommend them highly enough and am already planning to use them again in 2026. Just magnificent. Thank you so very much to Jay and all the staff involved for all the assistance and work that went into what was a very memorable trip. Alison and Adrian The photos are just a teaser.

Fantastic experience: This was my first trip to Africa. Our travel agent, Brian was amazing - he listened to our wants and needs, creating and refining our itinerary until it was perfect for us. Then the guide he requested, Issaya, was simply incredible. He was super knowledgeable about every topic (animals, culture, geography, etc.) and worked to ensure our dream vacation was everything we wanted. I'd been dreaming of going to Africa for 15 years, and had the most incredible experience! I highly recommend the team at ATR.

Fantastic experience: Great choice of safari experiences and lodges with lots of information available on their website. Responsive and knowledgeable staff helped us to find our perfect safari!

Fantastic experience: Absolut fantastic trip, all transfers, flights, camps went very well, in time. Zimbabwe much recommended. ATR excellent, fast response, all my extra wishes were fulfilled. Shongwe Lookout, Hwange Bush Camp, Somalisa Expeditions, MUSANGO, Goliath Camp, Little Vundu superb. Would do the trip exactly the same again.

Fantastic experience: ATR designed a fantastic safari plus beach trip to Kenya and Tanzania for us. Their level of knowledge of both Africa travel and game movements was superb. Everything went perfectly and the detailed information they supplied was brilliant. Would recommend without qualification.

Fantastic experience: We have recently returned from an amazing trip to Rwanda and Kenya. We have previously used ATR for a safari to Tanzania and a week of rest in Zanzibar which was amazing and wanted to try something different so as not to ruin our memories of our previous holiday. Wow, this trip did not disappoint- it was absolutely fantastic. We flew in to Kigali, which felt very safe and astonishingly clean, not a single piece of litter; we didn’t know what to expect and were very pleasantly surprised. The locals were friendly and the food delicious. After the atrocities of the 1994 Genocide, we were in awe of how they have rebuilt their nation. There can’t be a family there who wasn’t effected by it, yet there appears to be no anger, somehow they have moved past it and all get along. We visited the Genocide Museum which was very sad and sobering. We followed this overnight stop in Kigali with 3 nights in the Virunga Mountains to go on 2 gorilla treks. We asked for easy treks due to knee and feet issues and they were both very manageable. We only walked for about 2-2.5 hours to reach the gorillas. The porters were definitely worth their money as they led you through the deep vegetation and vines ( often up to our shins) so we could concentrate on not tripping over. The gorillas were a sight to behold. We spent an hour with them in very close proximity- it is sometimes hard to stay the requested distance from them due to dense foliage and they were also all around you, walking between us - an absolute privilege. We didn’t opt for the Golden Monkey trek, we didn’t need to - they were in the trees at our lodge! We stayed at Wilderness Camp. Sometimes the gorillas even come into their grounds but that didn’t happen whilst we were there. The second part of our safari was to Masai Mara, Kenya. We spent 3 nights at Serian Nkorombo in the Mara Confluence area within the National Reseve ( government owned) literally on the river in tents. It was astonishing to be so close to the hippos. We were the only people staying in the camp and Richard chose this camp as we specifically wanted to see the mass migration across the Mara River. This was incredible! We were lucky enough to see 4 big crossings , each with thousands of animals, including a leopard chasing down wildebeest. It really was spectacular and just like being in a David Attenborough documentary; the noise, the dust - just magical , crocs and hippos in the river and just watching them all stampeding to find a crossing point was a sight I wasn’t expecting. We travelled up through the animals all running to the river and then crossed over a bridge to drive back down the river in the Mara Triangle and watch them cross. The Serian driver & guide really went out of their way to get us to a fantasy viewing area. After our stay here we drove to Serian Main Camp in the Mara North Conservency ( this land is owned by the Mara tribespeople and land is leased to tour operators, I believe, so the money goes back into the local economy). In this area you can go for night drives and walking safaris. We did both and they didn’t disappoint. We saw lions fighting , which was both terrifying and exciting as they were on either side of our jeep and I thought they were going to jump in! We had complete faith in our guides that we were safe. We saw and learned so much through Francis & Pesi our Masai guide and driver. The only thing we didn’t see was rhino, but we weren’t expecting that in the locations we were visiting. I wouldn’t change a single thing about our trip it was spellbinding.

Fantastic experience: Richard Wende and Gemma recently helped us planning, booking, and organizing a trip for 6 of us traveling to South Africa. We had an amazing 10-day trip in Cape Town, Franschhoek, and Timbavati! We couldn’t recommend ATR more, they have helped us chosen the best accommodations in these cities, they have the best local contact for drivers, at really reasonable prices too! They are also very responsive in replying to emails, WhatsApp, which is super helpful when it comes to emergency or urgent questions when you are on the trip!

Fantastic experience: We used ATR to book a 9-day trip to Tanzania. This was the first safari trip for our family. It was simply outstanding. The ATR team did an outstanding job customizing the trip to our family's interests. Their attention to detail was remarkable. Things could not have gone smoother. Thanks ATR!

Fantastic experience: ATR and Richard were really great. From the first contact to guiding through the options and giving advice to planning everything down to the last detail. I can really recommend them. Very professional, real local knowledge and great service through.

Fantastic experience: Our second successive trip to Tanzania booked with ATR. Another fantastic experience with time in Selous, Ruaha & Zanzibar. Lake Manze Camp and Ikuka Lodge were totally different but both great locations and provided top service. The itinerary set up by ATR was a very good mix and our Safari was better than we could have hoped.....Value for money & Professional Service is what we have received from Anneli and the team. We are now totally addicted to Africa and needless to say we have booked again....with ATR of course!

Fantastic experience: We just returned from our 3rd safari planned by Richard Wende and the folks at ATR, it was another great trip planned and executed by ATR. We will definitely use them again. Tom Robinson

Fantastic experience: Une agence extraordinaire qui sait vous écouter et vous proposer des safaris sans jamais rien vous imposer. Excellent rapport qualité prix bien meilleure que n’importe quelle agence spécialisée en safaris basées en France. Paiement sécurisé. Richard Wende notre conseiller avant et même après le voyage est excellent. Deuxième fois que nous travaillons avec ATR et sûrement pas la dernière. Bravo

Fantastic experience: A big thanks to Richard and all the Team at ATR as it was a difficult task arranging things over such a long distance. All the planning and final arrangements were done professionally and promptly. The Safari Camps recommended by Richard: Linyanti-: Lagoon Camp and Okavango-: Kwara Camp were truly amazing and all that we could have hoped for. The accommodation was 5 star, the meals exceptional and the staff so accommodating and friendly. They all went out of their way to ensure our stays were safe and comfortable. The guides and trackers (Rico and Ken at Lagoon and George and Sunday at Kwara) provided a gaming experience that will live in our memories forever. Their knowledge, respect and understanding of the animals, demonstrated their enthiusiam and enjoyment of providing the best viewing and photo opportunities of these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat. All in all, this experience should be on everyone's bucket list, and we hope to make another expedition in the near future. Thanks again for the great communication from Richard and all at ATR.

Fantastic experience: We have recently returned from a fantastic 7 day safari trip to Zimbabwe that we had arranged with Richard Wende at ATR. I had specifically chosen Zimbabwe on the basis of reports that it promised true wilderness locations coupled with top-quality guiding that would provide intense, up-close, walking encounters with wildlife in a way that is not possible in most other safari locations. We chose 2 camps that offered a comfortable, yet authentic, bush camp experience in great locations - Hwange Bush Camp in Hwange NP and Vundu Camp in Mana Pools NP. Both fully met our expectations, whilst also providing fantastically friendly staff, characterful hospitality and great food. The stretch of Mana Pools alongside the Zambezi River where Vundu Camp is located has to be the most beautiful safari location that we have yet experienced. Our wildlife encounters more than met my high expectations. We had some exciting and very memorable, on-foot close-up experiences - painstaking tracking that eventually led to a heart-stopping and very loud, snarling encounter with lions in dense bush, bull elephants towering over us to drink at a dam seemingly only yards away and last, but not by any means least, squatting in the dust in dense mopane woodland watching entranced whilst a small pack of African wild dogs returned to feed their excited pups at the den. A wide range of 4WD experiences was topped by our watching 2 mating lions from close up and then feeling their celebratory roaring make our whole bodies vibrate. Spike and Sean, our guides at Hwange Bush Camp and Blade, our freelance guide at Vundu Camp were all very professional, extremely knowledgeable and highly skilled. All the connecting bush flights arranged by ATR - from Victoria Falls to Hwange, Hwange to Mana Pools, and Mana Pools to Harare worked extremely smoothly and formed a very pleasurable element of the trip in themselves. Many thanks to to ATR’s Richard Wende for his expert help and advice in formulating the trip and many thanks also to ATR’s Ida du Preez for her work in answering our queries and finalising the trip, but also especially for helping to get us successfully right back on “safari track” after we missed our onward flight connection to Victoria Falls from Johannesburg on the way into Zimbabwe (NB this was not part of ATR’s package).

Fantastic experience: ATR arranged a fantastic trip for us in Cape Town, Botswana, and Zimbabwe! All travel arrangements were incredibly smooth, the accommodations were excellent, and the recommended times at each location were perfect. Finally, because I had an injury that needed special accommodations, they contacted everyone on our itinerary to give them a heads up, and each helped me manage so I could enjoy the vacation even more. I would definitely use them again for future travel in Africa.

Fantastic experience: Thanks to ATR Africa, our family had the most wonderful 2 week trip to South Africa, including Cape Town, Morukuru, Franschhoek and 2 different lodges in Kruger. Their communication was excellent during the preparation of the trip and during the trip itself when necessary. They took into account our requests and needs, and adapted the itinerary accordingly. The trip went remarkably well. We arranged for the flights to and from South Africa ourselves, but otherwise relied entirely on ATR. Looking forward to using them again!

Fantastic experience: our tiger safari trip to India was our 3rd safari trip with ATR. as always, transfers and hand-offs between locations were there on time as promised. lodging options for locations are outstanding. Everything about our trip met our expectations. I highly recommend ATR if you want a tailor made safari trip.

Fantastic experience: We decided to book our second time back to Tanzania (this time with 3 teenagers) with ATR based on their reviews. We are very happy we did so. Tracey was immensely patient with our questions and lack of response for long periods of time (we were booking as we went during our Round-the-World trip). We appreciated that she didn’t pressure us to make decisions, and just kept generating different variations of itineraries for us to compare. We enjoyed having all the logistics handled seamlessly through the whole trip, which included storing our excess luggage and having it dropped off at the airport at the end of the safari. Our guide Issaya was a phenomenal guide. Expert knowledge on animal behaviour and birds. He knew how to position the truck so a lioness would come right by the passenger side; and he knew to back away from a bull elephant in must. His eyesight is also incredible - distinguishing different types of birds by eye colour and other characteristics while we’re still trying to find the bird! We also appreciated Issaya’s attention to safety at other times. His driving skills are impeccable - the tracks were incredibly muddy. We popped a tire, and he replaced that easily with a spare, and then had the spare fixed promptly. He also stopped to tow trucks out of trouble on two occasions (one on the ascent from the Crater and another time through the mud). Highly recommend ATR if you're looking for a stress-free and enjoyable safari trip!!

Fantastic experience: I planned and then re-planned this trip due to COVID. The help I received from ATR was top notch. The trip itself was nothing short of "a trip of a lifetime". The information to prepare for the trip was thorough and put me at ease. I knew I would have everything I needed for my first trip to Africa (Tanzania). My agent knew the ins and outs of the weather, the camps, and the distance between camps to make our trip the very best it could be for the budget we laid out. Tailoring it to exactly what we were looking for. I highly recommend ATR.

Fantastic experience: Richard was incredibly helpful and patient, putting together the perfect Kenyan safari trip for 8 of us. Every detail was seamless, and perfect, from pickup at the international airport, after long flights from the US, transfer to the domestic airport, flights between camps, and of course the camps themselves. We loved the staff and guides! Of course we were there for the daily drives and animal sightings, which were fabulous, but fell in love with the camp staff, the superb and knowledgeable warriors/guides, and the Samburu people in their villages, working at Retiti Elephant Sanctuary, Save the Elephant Research Center, the women raising money through their beautiful beading, etc. I cannot say enough about the service we received from ATR planning the trip, and the experience we had on our 13 day Kenyan safari!

Fantastic experience: ATR helped us plan and book our recent trip to Rwanda and Tanzania. It was a phenomenal trip from start to finish. They are extremely knowledgeable about Africa and were able to help us every step of the way, from ideation to execution. They remained very responsive both before and during our trip. They put together a great itinerary for us that allowed us to see everything we wanted. They were extremely collaborative, accommodating and responsive to feedback to ensure the itinerary was aligned with our wants and needs (while also providing recommendations and suggestions based on their expertise). We would definitely recommend ATR, and book with them again in the future.

Fantastic experience: We have just finished our second Africa trip using ATR Safari. Clare worked with us both times to help build varied and interesting trips. She listened to our desires and crafted trips which fit the bill perfectly. All transfers worked like clockwise and we are already working with Clare on trip number 3. I highly recommend ATR.

Fantastic experience: We are two couples visited Tanzania in February 2023 Richard Wende from ATR was the most patient resourceful agent we dealt with. He planned and executed an amazing trip and at a reasonable price. The lodge’s transportation and guides were perfect We highly recommend him and plan to use him again to visit this unbelievable continent Highly recommend

Negative experience: Going on a safari to Africa is a once in a lifetime experience for most of us. We contracted with ATR primarily because they had a US based Rep though they are located in Tanzania. Our family was SO excited to go to Tanzania! We prepared both physically and psychologically for months prior to leaving. You can imagine, I’m sure. To set forth in detail our unhappy experiences with ATR on Google would take me half of a day. I will say this: My family’s collective safari experience with ATR was so bad, so sad, that if I had the inclination, I would have sued them for misrepresentation and negligence. As it was, they refunded part of our expenses. But big deal. The money was not the issue. The disappointment of being misled was just devastating. I further suggest that whoever you decide to use as a safari company, if that company uses the Kilimanjaro Safari Club as their means of inter-country transportation, Do Not sign up with any company that uses their services. You will be disappointed if you do. If someone is truly interested in using ATR to go on Safari, feel free to contact me. Finally, we had some acquaintances who just returned from a safari to South Africa. (They did not use ATR.) They told us and everyone they know, they the tour was subjected to too much anti-Israel commentaries. None of the tourists were Jewish but it certainly made them all feel very uncomfortable. They are exhorting all Not to Safari to South Africa.

Fantastic experience: Our second trip with ATR and it didn’t disappoint. Jay and the team do an amazing job, my wife and I felt taken care of from the moment we enquired to the time we got home. The experience was first class from start to finish, we will only ever book Africa trips with ATR

Fantastic experience: My mum and I did a 5 day safari to Ngorogoro crater, Old Uvai and Central Serengeti, starting in Arusha. We had an amazing experience - our driver Issaya was outstanding. His knowledge of the animals and the landscape was absolutely fantastic and our experience with him as our guide was truly brilliant. We saw leopards, cheetahs, lions, the wildebeest migration as well as many more. Issaya also helped us organise a trip to the Old Uvai Museum, which we thoroughly enjoyed. I would recommend booking with Issaya at ATR, he was a brilliant guide.

Fantastic experience: This was my first trip to Africa, going to Uganda for gorilla trekking, chimp trekking and safariing. Tracey put together an extraordinary trip of a lifetime. We travelled all through Uganda to see all these stunning animals. Uganda is a beautiful country with beautiful people.

Fantastic experience: My daughter and I had a truly wonderful trip to Tanzania with ATR. The office team used their on-the-ground knowledge of Tanzania to help us plan well and in a way that met our budget. The itinerary was imaginative, and it all worked as planned. We had a fantastic guide, Issaya, who helped us see so many animals, even a leopard, and he helped arrange other extras and gave us helpful advice about other aspects of our trip. I thoroughly recommend Tanzania and ATR, and I would certainly go straight back to them if I was planning another safari.

Fantastic experience: This was the second time I used ATR for a trip. The first time was to Africa and they provide 20 different itineraries before I settled on my trip to Tanzania. It was a fabulous adventure. This time we went to the Galapagos Islands. Everything about the trip was superb. The boat was a sailing catamaran. The crew were fabulous, the guide was super knowledgeable about the islands and all the flora and fauna, the whole experience was really beyond words. By far this was the best traveling experience I have ever been on. I don't know if I can top this trip. This is a top notch trade company for adventures. I highly recommend them. They will work with you to get you the greatest experience.

Fantastic experience: ATR was such a great company to work with when it came to planning our safari. Jay was patient and offered many different selections varying in price and accommodations. We had an amazing time at Shindzela Tented Camp. This is a once in a lifetime trip that ATR can help make a reality.

Fantastic experience: I began researching a Botswana safari about a year prior to our actual travel. ATR was recommended by a friend and after a few chats with Richard of ATR we settled on the perfect trip to Vic Falls in Zimbabwe and on to 3 lovely lodges in Botswana. In addition to Richard, Brian was very helpful and answered many questions. We stayed at Lagoon, Lebala and Splash. All 3 were lovely and we looked forward to the 0515 wake up each morning :-) The staff at the lodges were extremely helpful along with the camp Managers. And of course the guides (KB, George, John, Keo and the others are not forgotten). And to see a pride of lions right after we landed at Lagoon……stunning! I cannot recommend ATR enough! And Richard, Africa is already calling….another Christmas in Southern Africa would be perfect.

Fantastic experience: We just finished our first African safari and just as Richard Wende predicted, I'm addicted. African Travel Resource was definitely the right choice for planning a safari and Richard went out of his way to match us with what he thought would be the best fit (River Rock Lodge) for a lodge and he nailed it. The Klaserie reserve is big enough so you feel like you are secluded and the guiding provided by Warren and his team was incredible. Always informative and relaxed. And the food is fantastic! We're definitely going back to Richard for another safari in the future.

Fantastic experience: Richard and the team at ATR were a pleasure to work with. They were very patient with my many inquiries and were knowledgeable, timely, and professional in their replies. We discussed several different safaris, and ultimately I decided on a safari to Ruaha National Park and stayed at Asilia Africa's Jabali Ridge. My safari experience from beginning to end was world class. Everything went smoothly and all of my needs and requests were attended to with the greatest of hospitality. Thank you for a fantastic safari! Aloha, Lee

Fantastic experience: The ATR staff were so pleasant and efficient that it made our trip a breeze. Preparation and communication was thorough and prompt. I cannot say how pleased we were to have been referred to them.

Fantastic experience: The staff at ATR put together a fabulous experience. The travel, lodges, and staff were great. The service and consideration could not have been nicer and the pre-trip information provided was spot on. Thanks for arranging a wonderful experience and a special shout-out to our guide/driver/naturalist.

Fantastic experience: I have booked 7 Africa safaris with ATR and have been extremely pleased with their suggestions, promptness and friendly attitude. I've booked Tanzania(11 of us and am not a travel agent), Uganda for gorillas, Zambia, South Africa and Kenya 3 times. Jay Hanson has been my agent for all. If he's been unavailable when questions come up, I'm just referred to another helpful agent. I used to reserve at a couple camps. I don't do that anymore, as I want to take advantage of all the game drives and lose alittle of that when transitioning from one camp to another. Something that has been extremely helpful is the booking of the international flights, which I do myself. I live in Minnesota, USA. As I have time zone changes between central USA and east coast; then also the 8 hour (I think) difference to Nairobi, I have Jay help me with my dates. I fly Kenya Airways, as it's a direct flight from JFK to Nairobi and costs seem to be very good. I email Jay the dates and times I'm looking at, and he confirms if the camp is available then, if that's the best camp prices for me on those dates and making sure I've got the times/dates correct. It's easy to be off by a day, with the time change. As there's a connecting flight once you get to the international airport(have to get shuttled to the Wilson airport), need to make sure of those international arrival times! Jay makes sure I have this correct. I'm always met by a shuttle driver, holding up my name....goes smoothly. Now, I'll add some pictures. I was THRILLED that I got some very nice photos of the "cats"!!

Fantastic experience: We wanted to thank African Travel Resource (ATR) and our agent Richard Wende more specifically for putting together our fantastic itinerary. We had the most wonderful adventures during our time in Kenya and want to offer you a giant thank you for helping us plan what was truly a once in a lifetime vacation. We cannot say enough about our accommodations (Rekero Camp, Ololo Safari Lodge, and Ithumba in Tsavo East), the game drives and the game drivers, the food, and the opportunity to spend time at Sheldrick and the elephants. Looking forward to using their services again.

Fantastic experience: We have just arrived back from a Safari arranged by African Travel Resource (ATR) and it was superb. Tracey from ATR worked with us to plan this adventure and was very knowledgeable and helpful. Early on Tracey provided several fully costed itinerary options to help us choose. We ended choosing to stay at The Residence in Johannesburg, Dulini River Lodge in Sabi Sands, Thorntree River Lodge at Victoria Falls, Zarafa and Duba Plains in Botswana. All lodges were very nice with great service, food and guides. ATR provided a very clear and detailed final itinerary with all contact numbers and transfer details as well as other info such as packing list, tipping guides and more. All connections and border crossings worked very smoothly. ATR were very quick to reply throughout the whole process. I can certainly recommend ATR to anyone thinking of a Safari.

Fantastic experience: ATR provided a very well managed service from the time we engaged with them - prompt, understanding and flexible. Our experience was a great example of excellent program management, co-ordination and service. The arrangements were perfect, we were met at all points of our various stops and the camps / lodge ATR suggested, met our expectations. The staff, hospitality and food left nothing lacking. Our drivers / guides - Big and Godfrey were lovely and knowledgeable and keen to make sure we did not miss out on anything. We enjoyed sharing our days with them both too. Thanks to all

Fantastic experience: Stacy and Connie have booked myself and friends 3 times to Africa. This last trip was to Namibia. Outstanding adventure. Not one complaint. We stayed in simple to luxurious lodges. I highly recommend ATR. I'm sure i will start planning our next adventure. One should visit Africa. Its the most amazing country and the people are wonderful. There is nothing like Africa and as a world traveler I cant cant say enough about it.

Fantastic experience: Have booked safaris with these guys. Very professional outfit. Highly recommended

Fantastic experience: Africa veterans Tracey and her team have been our go-to planners for everything safari-related. That we have gone back to them every year to plan our family trip for the past 9 years is testimony enough of how much we trust them! We have had the best guides, great sightings and superlative accommodation and hospitality at the most remote, exclusive camps that Africa has to offer. I would recommend them and only them, if you have your sights set on an African safari.

Fantastic experience: We have been using ATR from 2015. The service they offer is very professional and we always came away with an excellent experience.

Fantastic experience: Booked our honeymoon in Zambia last month with Richard Wende at ATR and I can't recommend him enough! He was referred by a friend who owns a safari operation. He carefully considered our needs and budget and created a perfect detailed itinerary with Time and Tide Safaris. I've been on many safaris and this one surpassed them all!

Fantastic experience: We had the pleasure of working with ATR to help us plan and enjoy a wonderful adventure to Tanzania, Africa. This being our first trip to Africa, the planning and decision process was daunting. Even with a few experienced friends to consult with, the number of options, from picking the country to selecting the camp types and length of stay, is significant. Combine this with knowing that this would be an expensive and potentially a once-in-a-lifetime trip, and the pressure was on to get it right. ATR was a huge help from day-1. They started with fundamental (for them!) advice that helped us narrow down the locations to a good “first time” safari option and then, keeping in mind our preferences and experience level, began a comprehensive process of working through the options and mapping out potential itineraries. They were thoughtful to adjust based on our feedback while still being careful to steer us if we made a suggestion that they knew would impact the quality of our experience. Our journey took us to Oliver’s Camp in in Tarengire, a permanent tented camp with outstanding service where we could acclimate to the constant sounds of wildlife in a setting that felt (at least relatively) comfortable. The staff there was outstanding, and the volume of wildlife was truly impressive. From there we went a bit deeper into “the Bush” of Serengeti Mara where the highlight was the migratory wildebeest crossing, staying at a mobile tented camp (read: no running water and a less substantial tent). By doing this as a second stop we were better prepared for the contrast. And more importantly, when we ran into trouble and needed help from ATR they were right there to support us during and after the incident. The one thing we did learn is that you can’t predict what will happen, so having a reliable company to support you is key! Our third stop took us to Ruaha .. a recommendation based on our preference to avoid some of the more crowded locations. Here we experienced a Lodge style accommodation at Jabari Ridge with food and accomodations that rivaled most of the 5-star hotels we have been to, combined with a simply breathtaking view. Our travel between the camps was mainly small planes that use airstrips where we were convinced the only air traffic control was provided by a local giraffe .. but as ATR said the journey is part of the adventure and we certainly agree with that! As we returned home we could not help asking our contact what a next adventure might look like, and have already started to brainstorm a potential next trip to explore other parts of African culture and wildlife. ATR has provided a tentative set of options based on our feedback and preferences which demonstrates both the care they take learning about their clients and the knowledge they have of the many travel options. Thanks ATR for an unforgettable trip!

Fantastic experience: If you're looking to book a safari that's an experience of a lifetime, look no further than Africa Travel Resource. From the moment we began our planning with Brian Blatt, our US rep, we knew we were in good hands. His listened to our needs, and carefully curated a trip that spanned five camps in Botswana and Zimbabwe, with a midway stop at Victoria Falls. I said "planning," but it was "planning and replanning" caused by delays due to COVID and our changing schedules. Brian met the challenge with unfailing patience and good cheer. The camps were superb as were the guides, the food was excellent and the service flawless—right down to the flights we took between camps. And don't get me started on the wildlife: abundant, varied and (literally) breathtaking. A few examples: herds of 100 elephants and 300 buffalo; being surrounded by 16 lions and not being able to drive for 20 minutes; wild dogs (first) cutely playing with their pups and (second) bringing down an impala; cheetahs running 70 mph and the extremely rare sight of one climbing a tree; hippos and elephants very close to our tents. Need I say more? There are numerous companies out there, all purporting to be experts in Africa travel, but Africa Travel Resource is the real deal. Brian has been on safari dozens of times, and his teammates are similarly experienced and based in Africa, so they really know their stuff. One final point on integrity. There is a wide range of camps available in Africa, from over-the-top luxury with gourmet food, down to very basic accommodations. Brian totally understood the level we were looking for, and never tried to "upsell" us to something more grand. If I were to plan another trip to Africa, ATR has earned our loyalty for life.

Fantastic experience: Excellent experience as always for our trip to Zambia - South Luangwa, Kafue and Liuwa Plains. Meticulously planned; everything worked out, with one small hiccup. Our helicopter transfer to the camp in Liuwa Plains never materialized, leaving us with nearly 3-hour drive in the afternoon and on the way back. Have been using ATR since 2006, very happy with the service. Richard has been a great partner.

Fantastic experience: We travelled to Botswana in June 2023. This was our third trip with Africa Travel Resource. We appreciate their patience and effort to make sure that the trip is just right. Our consultant, Richard Wende, not only listened to our initial ideas and interests but was always willing to make suggestions and changes. Sometimes the suggested changes (length of stay, choosing between two camps, etccc) appear minor but when we look back at the end of the trip we are very glad that we made them. For each of our trips the coordination of local transport (from the international airport to the camps) has always been seamless. Probably the greatest strength of ATR is that they have the experience to truly know what they are talking about; for this most recent trip the style of the camps at which we stayed was very much what we had expected and hoped for. We recommend both ATR and Richard very highly.

Fantastic experience: Excellent help and advice from agent Richard Wende. Camps he suggested were spot on and whole trip ran seamlessly. Especially loved Little Makolo Camp .

Fantastic experience: We have had the opportunity to experience multiple safaris in many countries over the years. This includes self drive, river and walking. Therefore we totally understand the intricacies of planning. We used other agencies prior to using ATR as a result we are able to compare. We have now taken a couple of safaris planned by ATR and Richard Wende and his staff. They do it the correct way. They seek to learn their customers desires and expectations prior to making suggestions. We are so pleased that we have booked with them In Ruaha and Selous parks of Tanzania as well as Zanzibar and multiple camps in Zambia. They listened, gave us options and their proposals were exactly as we hoped for. In addition they provide excellent material necessary for preparing for the journey. They responded in a very timely manner answering all questions prior to departure. While on safari a member of his staff remained in contact to insure all was good. We did have two internal flight changes. ATR promptly notified us, the departing camp and the next camp. Most important, camp managers and owners spoke so highly of African Travel Resource as did a couple of travel agents we met at the camps. We cannot speak more highly of ATR.

Fantastic experience: After contacting many safari agents, Richard Wende stood out as very helpful so we chose to use Africa Travel Resource. This was February, 2020. Richard was patient throughout the whole booking process as we changed things to fit our budget. Finally came up with a final itinerary for September 2020. Flights booked and we were ready to go. Pandemic. :( Richard was helpful in rebooking us to 2021. And then again to 2022. We finally went on our dream safari in September 2022. The lodges were amazing, flight connections, transfers, everything was seamless. I highly recommend Richard at ATR. He was so helpful with seems like hundreds of emails flying back and forth, phone calls...he felt like a friend. Botswana was amazing and we look forward to hopefully using Richard again when we travel to Africa again. Thanks, Richard! :)

Fantastic experience: ATR organized our trip to Victoria Falls, two safari camps in Botswana, Cape Town Stay and Rovos Rail from Cape Town to Pretoria. ATR booked a trip to Tanzania ten years ago and I rebooked this May 2023 trip originally scheduled for May 2020. Everything worked out as planned and we especially enjoyed the Linyanti Expedition Camp in Botswana and Welegegen House in Cape Town. The staff, guides, trackers at each were exceptional. Splash Camp in Botswana was also nice and more "upscale" than Linyanti with a good driver guide/tracker. Highly recommend working with ATR for an outstanding experience. Richard Wendt was very helpful in planning both trips.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend a safari experience with ATR. We worked with them to plan 4 days in Botswana. We worked with Brian and he was amazing. He gave us a range of options in various price ranges. He came up with a good middle of the road option with 2 days in Muchenje camp in Botswana and 2 days in Lebala camp. Both camps were amazing, the safari experiences were great and the guides and hospitality were super. Brian, Claudine and and the ATR team worked with us to customize the trip we wanted and the results were great. We will be going back with them for our next trip to Africa. Highly recommend them.

Fantastic experience: We used ATR for a safari in Tanzania many years ago and Kenya last August. They did a great job on both occasions. Planning a safari requires a company that has experience and ATR has that. They also pay attention to detail. We were traveling with two 9 year olds and they did a great job helping us plan and execute the trip. I would highly recommend them. We dealt primarily with Jay and Jay and the rest of the team were great.

Fantastic experience: We’ve been to about 160 countries and all seven continents so I think it’s fair to say that we are seasoned travelers. We’ve also used many different travel organizers and agents but for Africa one truly stands “giraffe” head and shoulders above all others, and that’s Africa Travel Resource. We just returned from our second trip they planned and we are already planning our third with them. This all starts with Tracey Bennet who asks the right questions to determine every possible detail including budget, likes and dislikes, mobility, and lots more. For our first trip she presented three alternatives , any of which we could have chosen. For this trip she knew enough about us that she put together a fabulous 7-week itinerary. This was sent to us in both highlight form and a detailed form plus they have a customized link on their website with hot links to lodges etc. This was a very complicated trip in which we visited seven African countries and four others. Everything went off without a hitch and we were blown away by the places Tracey had sent us. Africa is amazing, mind-boggling in fact but it is so big, so varied, and so complex that you really need an organization that is very knowledgable - and that’s African Travel Resource.

Fantastic experience: Clare curated an unforgettable itinerary for us. She was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful with a clear and real understanding of how to see the real Africa. We stayed at Davison's Camp at Hwange which was superb. Michelle and her team looked after us impeccably from start to finish and it was just the right balance between comfort and nature. Our guides Edwin and Chamu were first-class and their brilliant humour throughout was infectious. We then finished at the Victoria Falls Hotel which transports you back to a bygone age and is a lovely space in which to enjoy the majesty of the falls. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Third trip with ATR just completed and yet again excellent. Namibia and Zimbabwe were stunning and their flexibility in helping us with the itinerary was superb. The trip was delayed twice due to covid, but third time fantastic. Thank you. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: We have had such an amazing experience with ATR that we have gone back 2 other times. Their attention to detail, willingness to change items up based on budget/experience, and their response time pushed then above and beyond other safari guides we had experience with. They are always available to discuss camps or why certain locations are better or worse than others. After returning they checked in and wanted to see photos, highlights, and hear our opinions about each camp!

Fantastic experience: I would like to thank African Travel Resource and particularly Tracey for arranging another amazing genuine African safari experience in the Mara, Kenya. Based on a breath of understanding, our trip was tailored made where everything down to the last detail was superbly organised. ATR are honest in their appraisal of individual lodges, you can trust their judgement and I would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: We've traveled to Africa from the USA four times now with ATR, the most recent being in June 2022. Richard Wende handled our trip this time, and he provided tremendous first-hand information, feedback and patience as we developed our Botswana/Zambia safari (we actually met him at one of the safari camps during our 2017 trip)! Many thanks to him and ATR. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: After a long journey home from Seronera airstrip on Monday, I’d like to share our thoughts of our safari holiday whilst they are still fresh in our minds. Overall, it was an absolutely marvelous experience and we have wonderful memories that will stay with us forever. The African magic that draws so many people from around the world to make the journey was so very evident on each of the days we spent in Tanzania. Unsurprisingly, the highlights for us were the animal sightings, the African bush itself, and the warm reception we received in each of the camps we visited. The people who manage and run the camps were so helpful and welcoming. In recent years we have visited South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe on safari, including water-based trips to the Delta and the river Chobe, but nothing could have prepared us for the splendor of the migration in the Serengeti. I simply don’t have the words to describe it, so I won’t try. As you will know better than I, you have to be there, and we were. It was truly astonishing. A special mention must be made of our driver and guide Isaiah. He met us at Kilimanjaro airport and dropped us off at the Seronera airstrip 9 days later. His warmth, knowledge and enthusiasm were really top drawer. He also has bionic eyes. We’ve seen this before of course…. a guide who can see things that we struggle to see with binoculars. He is an exceptionally good guide and whilst I understand his employer is a partner of yours, he would be a credit to any safari organisation. When we stayed at Lemala Nanyukie we took the opportunity to take a walk with Andrea Pompele. It was rather like taking a walk with David Attenborough – need I say more? Thank you Andrea!! Ngorongoro was spectacular, the animals in Ndutu amazing, and the migration in Serengeti beyond my ability to describe. The walk in Olduvai had us surrounded by giraffe which was spellbinding. A few words about the camps….I’ve mentioned the staff already; they are really lovely people and help make the whole experience so special, so let me give you a little feedback about the amenities…. Nanyukie is really very good indeed; it compares very well with high end lodges we have visited in other countries. Contrary to the marketing blurb, Olduvai Camp, as a permanent feature was next best, with no issues with running water etc. Ngorongoro and Ndutu camps were very similar in style and ambience. The talking showers were “different”, and the lighting really could be better. Finally, our thanks go to Richard Wende, who had just enough patience to deal with our wants and aspirations at the planning stage – thank you Richard!! In a nutshell, our safari holiday was fantastic – thank you to you all!!! Regards, Tony, Janet and Sally

Fantastic experience: ATR helped us plan a marvelous trip to Kenya and Uganda from NYC. Clare, Claudine and the entire ATR staff was extremely patient, accommodating and understanding. They helped us navigate what would have been a difficult trip to plan (had we planned this ourselves) and were with us every step of the way. We would definitely use them again and would recommend them without hesitation! They have a deep understanding of how to accommodate ones needs, desires and preferences. Thanks for all that you did for us!

Fantastic experience: We just returned from a trip of a life time organized by Tracey at ATR. ATR helped us at every step of the way - from understanding the unique needs and hopes of our 3 generation family (4 - 78year olds), to selecting locations in Mozambique and South Africa that were each spectacular yet very different, to ensuring smooth travel and easy preparation. Everything was perfect - we felt so special, got to really experience the nature and culture of different parts of the region, and had the most amazing safari sightings and guides. The whole family cannot stop talking about how amazing the trip was, and the knowledge and experience and attention to detail of the ATR team was exceptional. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: This was the second time we booked an epic African vacation with ATR. Once again, Tracey went above and beyond our expectations to create a trip of a lifetime. The communication was flawless right from the planning stages. ATR are experts in their field and I wouldn’t trust anyone else with this large of a undertaking traveling from Canada to tour Uganda. What I appreciate most about ATR is the fact that they take the time to get t know you and design a trip based on your wishes and budget. There are no cookie cutter itineraries with ATR and you are not just booking a generic safari from a tour company for the masses. ATR service is simply like no other, they will work with you every step along the way so you have a personalized itinerary using ATR’s entrusted local guides and boutique lodges that are simply exquisite. Most importantly, ATR does all of this this while staying as eco friendly as possible by supporting local businesses that are sustainable and also give back to their villages and communities. After arriving to Uganda, everything Tracey had arranged went flawlessly. From our drivers, to 5 internal flights and of course the quaint but luxurious accommodation, the real stars were the wildlife. Tracey had arranged every detail of permits, guides and trekking. We didn’t have to worry about a thing except enjoying the beauty of Uganda and it’s wildlife stars. If you are looking for a personalized trip of a lifetime, don’t book anywhere other than with ATR!

Fantastic experience: We are safari junkies and have travelled to Tanzania, Botswana and Namibia thanks to Tracey ATR. It’s hard to find a word that conveys strongly enough the superb experience we have had each time . “Exceptional” - “Stunning” - “Best-in-Class” .Above all it’s the magical combination of local knowledge, a can-do attitude and a deeply intuitive understanding of their clients that sets ATR apart and keeps us coming back to them. Whatever it is you are looking for, be it amazing nature, sightings of the rarest species, engaging with local culture, camps with that extra bit of luxury, tips on self-drive, ATR has the perfect solution.

Fantastic experience: Before embarking on this adventure I had no idea how to go about planning the trip I had in my head, I wanted to take my family on a magical trip of a lifetime watching wildlife in Africa, I had the good fortune to come across a young lady called Anneli at Africa Travel Resource and she, and her colleagues made the trip that was in my head into a reality, the accommodation at Serena Ngorongoro, Mbuzi Mawe, Olduvai and Kitela Lodge were way beyond anything we could have imagined and it truly was the trip of a lifetime. Thank You ATR.

Fantastic experience: Thanks to ATR, we had an amazing trip to Africa. All the places to stay, guides and other recommendations were fantastic. We had a complicated itinerary with stops in Cape Town, Wine country, Victoria Falls, 3 camps in Tanzania and a final stop in Zanzibar. All the logisitcs were perfect. Drivers were always waiting for us at all stops. We had fantastic guides in both Cape Town and for the safaris. The camps especially were first class with great amenities, food and people.Very knowlegeable and friendly staff. It could not have been a better trip. And ATR was also very resonsive to our questions pre-trip. I highly recommend them if you are planning a trip.

Fantastic experience: Tracey and the crew at Africa Travel Resource were all extraordinary, as is their website. We are not the kind of family who normally uses a travel agent, having worked and traveled overseas and spent a lot of time arranging our own self-guided wilderness trips. Yet, to access places in Botswana in the Okavango Delta for a trip of a lifetime with our teens, we could not have been in better hands. They took all our needs into account-budget, time, trip type, previously booked travel arrangements and helped us plan a trip that absolutely lived up to our expectations. When we had difficulty with a flight change by the airlines in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, they were available by phone and email both to help troubleshoot and went out of their way to talk to our local guide we had self-booked and the airlines to re-arrange things out of everyone's control. The places we stayed and the people running those lodgings and the guides were some of the loveliest folks we've stayed with/spent time with. Warm, engaging, 5 star customer service at every point. Their website is as creative and professional as the team is. I've already recommended their company to 3 other families and will continue to do so.

Fantastic experience: My wife and I used African Travel Resource to arrange our holiday to Zimbabwe. From the start Jay at ATR took the time to get to know us and our likes and dislikes when it came to our safari. He asked us about our previous trips to Africa and where we had stayed. From this he was able to put together a bespoke trip. Once an outline was put together, he was quite happy to tweak it for length of stays and camps used to give us a very varied experience. This is the beauty of having something tailor made as you get what you want from all the plethora of choices of camps and itineraries. We used Hwange Bush Camp and Somalisa Expeditions Camp, in Hwange National Park, followed by Kanga Camp and then finally Vundu Camp in Mana Pools. The combination was great giving us a mix of authentic bush camps and the more, softer luxury camps. Our experience was exceptional and the dovetailing of bush flights between camps worked extremely well. Because of Covid our trip was postponed twice from our initial chosen dates. This proved a headache, not so much for us but for Jay at ATR who had to re-schedule everything twice. To their credit the prices were held for two years. We are currently in the process of organising another trip, this time to Zambia with ATR. Again, having spoken with Jay I feel confident that I will get the best experience and value based around me and my requirements and budget. I certainly wouldn't hesitate to any safari lover to use their services and to check out their excellent website for detailed information on locations, lodges and safari suggestions. Book with confidence you certainly won't be disappointed! You will definitely have some memorable close up wildlife encounters!!! (See Pics)