Jo and Dan, Kenya November 2024
“Our recent trip to Kenya and Zanzibar was nothing short of magical.
Thanks to Lucie's impeccable arrangements, we explored the most exquisite places and were treated with exceptional care. The service, accommodation, and food were all top-notch, and everything ran smoothly. The wildlife sightings were breathtaking, and our guides were truly remarkable. We're already planning our next adventure in Africa. Thank you, Lucie!”
Sue and Justin, Kenya October 2024
“Thank you so much Lucie for arranging the most wonderful life-affirming safari’s in Kenya for us.
We stayed in three different locations and saw the Big 5 +++ up close.
The locations, accommodation, game drives, food and service were all superb.
All arrangements were seamless and stress-free involving 5 internal flights over 9 days with your very helpful colleagues on the ground.”
Lillie and family, Zambia and Mozambique October 2024
“If anyone is considering a trip to Africa I highly recommend getting in touch with Lucie Thaxter Safaris.
She is brilliant. We’re just back from an incredible trip to Zambia and Mozambique all expertly curated and seamlessly organised by Lucie Thaxter. Lucie is so knowledgeable and knows the very best destinations so get in touch.”
Mandy & Steve, September 2024
“I thought I would drop you a line to say a big, no huge, thank you for arranging our amazing holiday.
We felt you really listened to what we wanted for our safari experience, the camp was perfect in every way”
Mandy & Steve stayed at Shinde Footsteps, Botswana & Waterberry Lodge, Zambia
📸 Photo Credit: Mandy & Steve
Liz & Rich, July 2024
“We’ve just returned from an amazing safari organised by Lucie Thaxter Safaris.
Lucie created a fantastic trip for us with great lodges, each unique in its own way, with very lovely, friendly staff and excellent food throughout. Highly skilled trackers and guides ensured we saw a lot of wildlife and learned a lot about the bush. We were treated like royalty at every lodge and all our connections were made very smoothly - we didn’t have to worry about a thing.
It really was a dream holiday, a trip of a lifetime. I've always wanted to go to on safari in Africa and Lucie made the dream come true. It was a great experience and I have some marvellous memories and photos. I can’t recommend Lucie highly enough. Thank you Lucie for a superb trip!”
Jon & Sarah, July 2024
“Thank you for organising such a fantastic trip for us to Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa,
Our time in the Okovango Delta at Mma Dinare was the absolute highlight seeing so many amazing animals up close and such excellent hospitality.
The big herds of elephants and buffalo at Chobe Elephant Camp were amazing, and seeing so many birds as well.
All rounded off with a few days at Victoria Falls.
All the hotels and camps were fantastic.
Travel and connections went without a hitch and we felt well looked after every step of the way.
We would definitely recommend Lucie for anyone planning a safari trip.
We are already thinking about our next adventure…”
Pam, Simon and family, April 2024
“We had a great experience with Lucie when we went to South Africa for our son's school rugby tour.
We decided to go 3 weeks prior and Lucie came up with an amazing itinerary all within our budget. We had limited time, but managed to fit in wine tasting in Franschhoek, a couple of days on safari and spending a few days in Cape Town. We also went to some fantastic restaurants recommended by Lucie. Having someone meet us at the airport when we arrived was a really nice touch as we were exhausted from our flight. We will definitely go back to Lucie when we plan our next trip. ”
Aideen & Kevin, September 2023
“Our trip to Botswana, Zambia and South Africa was simply incredible from start to finish.
Lucie listened to what we were hoping to experience and provided us with exactly that in a series of amazing locations. Safari in Sable Alley and Linyanti in Botswana, a chill-out lodge on the Zambezi in Zambia (with a brief visit to Zimbabwe via zip-wire across the Victoria Falls!), as well as time in Jo'burg and Capetown (Camps Bay) were all wonderful - we saw and experienced all that we'd hoped to and more. There were tears of happiness and awe several times - who wouldn't cry if they drove through the Botswana bush, then crested a hill and dropped down into the marshes to suddenly see approx 300 beautiful ellies and 250 buffalo spread out in front of you? Or be able to watch a mumma rhino snuggle with her calf in Zambia?! Not to mention the lions, leopards, warthog, zebra, giraffe, hyena and so much more! Lucie's attention to detail was impressive; particularly when our outbound BA flight was delayed, which messed up the multiple connections we had to make. We let Lucie know while we were on the flight and by the time we'd landed a few hours later, she had liaised with multiple partners on the ground to reschedule all our connections, making sure we got to Sable Alley as soon as was physically possible - it was seamless. We had a truly epic trip and cannot thank Lucie enough for using her extraordinary passion and knowledge of Africa to put such an amazing itinerary together.
Our return trip is already in planning. Thank you so so much Lucie. ❤️”
Hannah & Elaine, November 2023
“I didn't realise my high expectations could be so easily exceeded
For a trip we have been dreaming about for years and putting off for one reason or another, the online choice was always overwhelming. An opportunity came up for a last minute trip for a Safari, following a friends recommendation we were introduced to Lucie. After one quick phone call explaining our 'needs' and 'wants', she provided an itinerary that met with all of them.
The trip was exceptional, everyday a 'pinch-me' moment! I couldn't recommend the service enough”
Lou & family August 2023
“Epic family adventure in Kruger National Park in Aug 2023. I just wanted to say a personal thank you to Lucie Thaxter.
Our holiday was exactly what we needed as a family after a very turbulent 2 years. We felt looked after, listened to, tiny details were taken care of us. I gave Lucie a budget and the team and Far and Wild located the perfect holiday for us.
Our Safari camp (Simbavati, Riverside Lodge) and experience was exceptional and my children (ages 15 and 12) had literally the best time.
Please, please get in contact and personally ask for Lucie, she is a font of all knowledge and helped with the whole holiday and experience from start to finish!”
Tish & Jake July 2023
South Africa and Mozambique Honeymoon
“We have arrived in paradise and wow oh wow.
Thank you so much for organising our villa upgrade. It is unbelievably spoiling. So grateful!”
Nick & Sarah, August 2022
South Luangwa Valley, Zambia
“Lovely people, great location and huge numbers of animals, so absolutely everything to love.
Not sure you could have mapped it any better for us. ”
Dani, August 2023
Kenya
“From our very first conversation Lucie was amazing!
She listened to what we wanted for out honeymoon and planned the most amazing trip sticking well within our budget. She was so knowledgable about safari so she was able to recommend the best place to stay. I cannot recommend Lucie enough. We’ll definitely be booking again! Thanks so much x”
Lucie & Mike, October 2023
Botswana’s Okavango Delta
“Lucie organised the most amazing trip of a lifetime for us to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary.
Lucie took time to understand our requirements and budget. What I loved was that she had visited the camps and could speak from personal experience. I wouldn’t have changed a thing! The communication throughout was great and the app really useful ”
Jane & family, 2019
Ruaha and Selous, Tanzania
“Thanks again for organising it all Lucie. We had an absolutely fantastic holiday, that we’ll never forget”
Lillie, John & family, 2021
Diani Beach, Kenya
“Really magical. You’ve honestly created the most unforgettable trip”
Hassan & Sue, 2021
Masai Mara, Kenya