We had the most amazing trip to South Africa and Mauritius. Jo gave us brilliant advice on where to go and for how long, and went to huge efforts to re-book flights due to travel disruption.

We went to the fabulous Tuningi game lodge in the Madikwe game reserve, which surpassed all expectations. The safari was absolutely amazing, the accommodation was fabulous and the food was superb. It really was the most relaxing and special family holiday.

We then travelled to Mauritius staying in Belle Mare Plage which was also incredibly luxurious and a hugely relaxing holiday.

All in we had a brilliant experience with Aardvark and could not recommend them more highly.

April, 2026 saw our second safari booked with Aardvark and, again, we were very impressed with their organisation, attention to detail and swift response to all queries. Their excellent liaison with all other organisations meant that flights, pick-ups and drop-offs all worked seamlessly and with little stress for us.
The Kwando camps in Botswana more than met our expectations and hopes and, even though we travelled in the green season, we saw an amazing variety of wildlife, from cheetahs to wattled cranes, red lechwe to wild dogs, lions to giraffes. We stayed at Lebala Camp and Splash Camp.
We wholeheartedly recommend Aardvark.

June 2025, our 1st safari was an exciting trip to the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve in South Africa, arranged for us by Aardvark.
We knew we wanted a small company that organised bespoke safari holidays following previous wildlife trips, and we found Aardvark through Google. From the start, Lucinda was helpful, enthusiastic and listened carefully to what we wanted and came up quite quickly with a good plan within our budget. Responses to queries were quickly answered by the whole team and we found the whole organisation to be efficient and professional. Once in South Africa we really appreciated the meet and greet at Jo'burg airport, and all other transfers worked like clockwork. We really appreciated how well organised our whole trip was.
We spent time at two “camps/lodges”, Bataleur Safari Camp and Kambaku River Sands

Overall, we had a wonderful time; probably our best holiday ever. Very impressed with the service we experienced from Aardvark.

A huge thank you to Lucinda at Aardvark Safaris for organising the most unforgettable riding safari honeymoon to Botswana! We’ll admit we felt a little nervous beforehand, particularly about the flights and logistics, but everything ran absolutely seamlessly from start to finish, every transfer was effortless, and being met at each airport made such a difference, especially at Maun Airport where the warmth and friendliness stood out immediately. Macatoo Camp was truly exceptional; the staff, accommodation, and atmosphere were all outstanding, and the honeymoon suite upgrade made it even more special. The horses were superb, beautifully cared for, forward-going, and perfectly matched to us, and the riding was nothing short of magical, with incredible wildlife and unforgettable moments throughout! The food and hospitality were faultless, and the entire experience exceeded every expectation! Our second stop in Mauritius, also organised by Lucinda, was the perfect complement. It was equally incredible and a wonderful way to unwind. We couldn’t recommend Aardvark Safaris more highly, truly outstanding from start to finish.

Highly recommend Aardvark Safari’s. Robyn was amazing, great knowledge of South Africa and planned an incredible honeymoon - thank you!

Being new to safaris (having never been to Africa) it was quite a daunting prospect knowing where to go and what to do, which is why, after several internet searches, I turned to Aardvark.
This was the best decision I could have made. They were very patient with me during the planning stage as we kept adding to the trip. They were also great in handling the changes that happened both before and during the trip. Robyn, in particular, handled the challenges posed by the war in Iran, the closure of Amboseli airstrip and the very late flight cancellation by Kenya airways with no fuss.
I could write a book about the top-level service we received. The drivers, guides and airport staff made us feel like VIPs. And then there were all the staff members at the camps. Every one made a fuss of my wife for her birthday with cake, singing and dancing. They made her feel very special indeed. I must also make mention of the very special visit to Reteti and how well Nelson looked after us that morning. What a memory! In reality, there were so many special moments I could go on and on but will keep this brief. Giraffe Manor, Sheldrick Trust, Amboseli, Mara north, Najin & Fatu, the views at Sarara and the Samburu people…… Suffice to say it was the trip of a lifetime that exceed our expectations. So yes, a huge thank you to Robyn and the team at Aardvark safaris for all your work in putting this together and making it such a success. It really is appreciated and, rest assured, we will not hesitate to use you / Aardvark if (or more likely when) we plan our next trip to Africa.

We’ve just come back from an incredible safari in Kenya — truly a trip of a lifetime with so many unforgettable moments.

Alice and Elaine were fantastic from start to finish. They really took the time to understand exactly what we wanted — from the wildlife we hoped to see to the type of accommodation we prefer — and built a perfectly tailored itinerary. Every detail was spot on, and the camps they recommended were exceptional.

This is the third time we’ve booked with them and the service has been consistently outstanding. They make the whole process effortless and you always feel in very safe hands.

We’re already thinking about where to go next and wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again. Highly recommended!

We’ve just returned from the most incredible holiday in South Africa, beautifully organised by Jo Ainscough at Aardvark Safaris. From our very first conversation, Jo guided us through the planning process with expertise and care, creating an itinerary that felt perfectly tailored to us. The entire experience was exceptional.
Communication throughout was excellent, and every detail — from restaurant bookings to tours — was thoughtfully arranged. From the moment we landed in Cape Town, we were looked after. Jo ensured we were met at every stage of the journey and seamlessly transferred to the next destination.
Our hotels in Cape Town and Franschhoek were superb, with warm, attentive staff who made our stays feel special.
The highlight of the trip was our four-night stay at Kariega River Lodge. The lodge itself was stunning, set in a breathtaking location on the Bushman River. The food and wine were delicious, and the staff were friendly, professional, and incredibly welcoming. The “welcome home shot” and hot flannel after each game drive were such thoughtful touches.
Our guide made the safari unforgettable. Every game drive was fascinating and full of excitement. He was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and ensured we saw an abundance of wildlife.
We highly recommend Aardvark Safaris for anyone looking for a seamless, memorable, and truly high‑quality safari experience.

We have just returned from another incredible holiday arranged by Aardvark Safaris this time in Kenya. How amazing they are at ensuring that you have the most wonderful and memorable African experiences. From the moment you get off the plane at Nairobi Airport you are looked after. Our safari camps in the Masai Mara Conservancies were superb and the wildlife abundant and unforgettable. The food and hospitality everywhere was world class. It is an Aardvark superpower to take a tiny clue from us and turn it into something amazing. Thank you so much to Alice and the team.

We went to Tanzania over half term with our whole family- total of 15. We asked Aardvark to organise 2 different camp sites and enough vehicles to accommodate us all. It was absolutely brilliant- a holiday of a lifetime.
Extremely informative guides, very good food and wonderfully comfortable.

This was our 4th African trip with Aardvark as ever, they delivered a fantastic itinerary with some incredible hotels. Big difference this time was having our 7 month old baby with us - something which Aardvark catered for excellently.