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Linda Livingston   –  
United States US
Visited: October 2022 Reviewed: Mar 20, 2023

Email Linda Livingston

Very great salesperson. All drivers were outstanding in their knowledge of the history, the areas
5/5

Although it was delayed a couple of years due to the pandemic, I finally realized my lifetime dream. Safari riding is a good physical challenge but worth the discovery of the top African animals. The hotels were beautifully appointed. The buffets were the same in each hotel along with the same linens that were luxurious. Since returning I have discovered the the trip was quite a value.

Ray and Connie   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2023 Reviewed: Apr 1, 2023

Email Ray and Connie  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Outstanding and without parallel
5/5

All the guides were outstanding, they took their time and were truly interested in providing a unique experience. They were 100% reliable, service was without question the finest we have ever encountered and we experienced the vacation of a lifetime. We are experienced travelers and would recommend Go Touch Down 1,000%. You cannot do better!!

Jo K   –  
United States US
Visited: June 2023 Reviewed: Jun 9, 2023

Email Jo K  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Not one moment of disappointment - handled every thing I asked & didn't ask for
5/5

OK I wasn't sure because I've been burned by 'luxury' tours before but wow, happy to be wrong in this case. Everything was handled we expected to be handled, though still not used to being spoiled. Then there were the unexpected moments, like very attentive and make it happen type of care. I merely mentioned I wanted a tattoo to my bartender at Dunkeld (she's great btw) & next thing I knew the next morning, plans were being made and I got exactly what I desired! Ok that was just the unexpected bits I loved so much but the planned portions WOW! It's all be handled, the places are great, the food divine, all the service staff deserves love at both Tshukudu & Stillness. Oh just so much love for this adventure & these amazing folks. Our guides Joseph, Shadrack & Tony - top notch, top scores, top of their game! So happy we did this, sorry we waited so long (stupid pandemic)

Janie   –  
United States US
Visited: November 2023 Reviewed: Dec 11, 2023

Email Janie  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Excellent Planning and Delivery of Extraordinary Adventures in South Africa!
5/5

My trip in November, 2023 was my second trip to South Africa with Go Touch Down Travel - I loved it so much the first time when I went six years ago that I decided to go back! We started with a week on safari, staying at two amazing lodges in private game reserves, with first class accommodations and delicious food. Our safari guides at both resorts were excellent spotters and made the morning and afternoon safari excursions fun and very informative.
The second week, we traveled to Cape Town and stayed at three different top notch lodges in very different locations. The excursions each day were well planned and interesting and our guide managed the schedule to get the optimum experience at each site, avoiding lines and traffic to make our days run smoothly. I always felt safe and was comfortable going out for morning walks at each of the three places we stayed.
I love the model which Go Touch Down uses: having 6 or fewer guests to a guide and providing meals and inclusive of entrance fees at various venues visited. When inclement weather dictated a change in plans, our guide was flexible and accommodated our group's choice of an alternative activity.
I would highly recommend Go Touch Down for travel to South Africa - they pay attention to all of the planning details so that I could simply enjoy being in the amazingly beautiful country!

Attila Deri   –  
Hungary HU
Visited: August 2024 Reviewed: Aug 23, 2024

Email Attila Deri  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Perfect Game Drive
5/5

We enjoy 3 days in Royal Murubishi, and 3 days in Tshuduku. Both of them was excellent.

Murubishi was more relaxed, with very nice surrounding, garden. The staff and game driving was professional, we saw everything what we was looking for.

Tshuduku was similar, but the game drive was more closer. The driver bring as to the animals very close trough the bush. Sometimes 4-5m. We could hear the breath of them, saw lions hunting, eating warthog, baby rino, a lot of elefants, girafs, leopard, cheatah, buffalo, ect. It was a very close experience, what can not be told in writen text. It must be expereinced personally, nothing comperabel to any video.

JohnV   –  
United States US
Visited: August 2024 Reviewed: Sep 17, 2024

Email JohnV  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

5+ Stars for The GoTouchDown team for outstanding service from start to finish!!!
5/5

Back in the fall of 2023 my wife and I were discussing travel plans for 2025 to celebrate birthday and anniversary milestones and shared our thoughts with Lucia at GoTouchDown and when she suggested traveling to South Africa for Safari she drew our interest immediately. The more information she provided, the more we loved the idea and so we decided not to wait until 2025 and booked for the first two weeks of August. Lucia and her team were very thorough in planning and preparing us for our trip.

We spent 3 days in the Waterberg Biosphere area at the Royal Morubisi and saying this it was a 5 star resort is an understatement. A beautiful resort, excellent and friendly staff, outstanding food, and terrific morning and afternoon safaris.
After the Watersberg Biosphere area, we travelled north to the Kruger NP area and stayed at the Tshukudu Game Lodge. Again excellent staff, great morning and evening safari's and a full day at Kruger National Park.

After the Kruger NP area we had three days at Victoria Falls. If you have not seen Victoria Falls, it is breathtaking and a must see. We also had a full day at Chobe National Park which started out with a boat ride on the Chobe River and then a safari tour in the park. Lots of elephants, hippos, giraffes, just to name a few.

Anyone who is thinking about a safari trip, my recommendation is to do it AND book with GoTouchDown!!!

Derek   –  
Canada CA
Visited: October 2024 Reviewed: Oct 23, 2024

Email Derek  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Trip of a lifetime!
5/5

We just returned from our amazing 20 day South African trip which included stays at Royal Murubishi, Tshuduku (including Kruger), Cape Town and Victoria Falls.

The entire trip was well planned and we didn’t have any problems. Everything was top notch including the people, the food, the weather, the safaris, the destinations each day, the flights etc. We felt completely supported by the Go Touchdown staff including our travel guides, safari guides, the agents at the hotels, our drivers to get us across the borders at Vic Falls (Bushtrack) etc. Highly recommend the Kaza visa pass if you plan to go through the Zimbabwe border more than once. This includes the fact that Vic Falls on the Zambia side is dry this time of year so we added the tour to the Zimbabwe side. One more safari to Chobe at the end of the trip was icing on the cake.

Our travel goal was surpassed as we wanted to do safaris and visit the country(ies) as much as possible. Our trip was an amazing combination of getting to see the Big 5, visit the wineries, Table mountain etc. and getting more educated on the local tribes, human origins, and the aftereffects of apartheid.

We would recommend Go Touchdown to anyone and thank Melissa for her reassurance & patience answering all our questions 😊

Diane R   –  
United States US
Visited: October 2024 Reviewed: Oct 29, 2024

Email Diane R  |  65+ years of age

Top notch from start to finish
5/5

As first-time travelers to South Africa and Cape Town, Go Town Down provided a "no worries" travel experience. Excellent personalized service, great accommodations and amazing food. Because Table Mountain can be fogged in, our tour guide, Tony, monitored the conditions and was able to get us up on a beautiful clear afternoon. The boutique hotel, Belle Maroc, was great, staff felt like family and food was wonderful. We had 3 full days in Cape Town which was perfect, plus the pick-up and drop off at the airport made it worry free. Absolutely recommend Go Touch Down.

Leslie   –  
United States US
Visited: October 2024 Reviewed: Nov 8, 2024

Email Leslie  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Go Touch Down staff was amazing and helpful every step of the way, from planning to execution!
5/5

Our group of 30 Americans had a wonderful adventure at Tshukudu. Some preferred the tent housing (not too rustic but authentic), others preferred the cabins clean and well appointed accommodations. The lodge was beautiful and comfortable with a very attentive staff and delicious meals. Our guides were knowledgeable and interesting as they shared information about the game, the birds, the flora and fauna. We enjoyed cocktails by pool in the afternoons while viewing animals strolling by the perimeter fence. Our primary guide, Thabo, was very organized and extremely accommodating to our less able guests. 5 stars...Truly amazing experience!

Michael & Robert Flanagan   –  
United States US
Visited: December 2024 Reviewed: Dec 12, 2024

Email Michael & Robert Flanagan  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Focused and all around attentive to the Groups needs. Fantastic!
5/5

Simply Sensational Safari at Royal Morubisi

Hands down one of the best places we’ve ever stayed! The property is simply beautiful and every cottage has an amazing view of the game reserve with wildlife everywhere. The room was huge with every amenity you need, including a second half bath.

Every game drive (even the drives to and from the airport) provided amazing up close viewing of wildlife from elephants, lions, leopards, rhino, zebra, giraffe, buffalo etc. but it wasn’t just the animals that make Royal Morubisi exceptional, it’s the people that feel like family. Our guide Carmen and tracker Jo were highly skilled but also wonderful people who made safari so much fun.
Our Chef made every meal special with his attentiveness. This place thought of everything. We highly, highly recommend and wished we had stayed longer. Frankly after Royal Morubisi nothing could measure up! If you only have to continents to experience in your life, experience Africa both times !

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