18 Sep 2024
This safari was so much better than we imagined. From our drivers, Simon and Eric to our guides, July and Gift, they helped make this a trip of a lifetime.
Simon was so delightful, making the one hour journey from our hotel in Vic Falls to the Botswana checkpoint (and back) just zip by. Eric was Mr. Efficient, ushering us through the Botswana side ahead of a very large group, saving us at least a half hour. Thank you, Eric!
We had a river safari in the morning, led by July, and an afternoon land safari, led by Gift. Both these gentlemen were exceptional guides: very knowledgeable and especially personable. They both took us up as close as (safely) possible to the abundant wildlife in Chobe. We saw hippos, buffalo, crocs, zebra, giraffe, baboons, pumbas (warthogs), elephants galore, and yes, lions, along with kudus, impalas, and more. There were scores of fowl, all identified by our guides. Truly awesome! Thank you Cuckoo Safaris for making this such a memorable trip.