2026-09-17T09:33:02.695Z

We had the most incredible trip to Botswana and Victoria Falls, and we honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience from start to finish!Mariki organised everything so perfectly, which meant we could simply relax and enjoy the trip without having to worry about a thing. The communication, planning and organisation were all seamless, and the transfers between were absolutely fantastic, especially when it came to helping us through the borders and making sure everything ran smoothly along the way.All of the lodges were wonderful, the food was great and the game drives were amazing. We were also incredibly lucky with our sightings. An absolutely unforgettable experience!This was truly a bucket-list trip for us, and Mariki played such a huge part in making it so special. We will definitely be using her and eXplore Plus again for our future travels, and probably sooner than they think! 😉Thank you so much for an incredible trip. We came home with amazing memories and so many photos to remind us of it. Highly recommend!

2026-09-16T12:45:48.633Z

What a lovely way to summit the Roof of Africa. The support from Mariska & Naomi & Team gave me the confidence to summit successful. They are on top of their game!

2026-09-16T08:15:29.648Z

"The ONE and ONLY." Rika and Melissa were both very professional; informative and helpful with all our questions in the pre tour period. Melissa also checked in throughout the tour to make sure all were fine! All the flights - international and internal were good. The transfers from and to the lodges were on time and enjoyable. The staff at the lodges all knew Rika in person - and made sure that our visits were memorable in all aspects. We often plan overseas trips, but forget or don't know what exceptional destinations we have on our own African continent. Tanzania blew our minds away on this special family holiday celebrating a 70th birthday - the friendly people; the save environment; the healthy, hearty meals with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables with every meal (the roads are lined with fruit and vegetable gardens) and wonderful meat dishes; the hospitality of all the lodges' staff; the prime positions of the lodges and then off course, what nature offered. We were privileged to visit the Tarangire National Park; The Ngorongora Crater; Central and Northern Serengeti. The vast expanses with thousands of animals and various "lifers" for our birders are instilled in our memories forever and ever. The rangers were exceptional - with their knowledge; their humour and banter and stories. We will most definitely visit again!! With the help of Explore Plus Travel

2026-09-14T08:11:04.558Z

"EXCEPTIONAL TOUR OPERATORS." Bucket list come true. Very professional and reliable tour operators, all was very well planned - from the accommodation, transfers and the expert, very knowledgeable, local guides. Our tour operator, Rika, accompanied our tour and treated every client with the utmost patience and friendliness. We were fortunate to see 71 lions, 2 leopards, 1 cheetah and 4 river crossings, all were exceptional. Another bucket list was the hot air balloon over the Serengeti followed by a full English breakfast in the bush. We can highly recommend eXplore Plus Travels & Tours for their outstanding customer service, seamless execution and making a bucket list come true. We will definitely be using them for future Africa Tours.

2026-09-10T08:10:05.830Z

"EXCELLENT!" Very well organised Wildebeest Safari! Our safari ran smoothly from the moment we made the reservation. Excellently communicated. The service was very good and value for money was also excellent. Very reliable tour operators.They go more than the extra mile to assist you. Very nice accommodation. And no limitation on kilometers driven during game drives. We can really recommend eXplore Plus Travel & Tours. These ladies are really very kind and patient and made our trip very special! Not the first trip that we do with them and it was really excellent. Thank you Rika,Mariska and Melissa! You are the best! We can confidently recommend them.

2026-09-10T08:09:19.173Z

"IT WAS WELL ORGANISED AND PROFESSIONALLY DONE." The whole experience with Explore Travel & Tours were from the beginning to end well managed, planned and executed. It was worth every penny and an unforgettable experience. the tour operators in Tanzania and Kenia who are partners with Explore Travel & Tours are very professional, kind and are excellent guides and are always on time and very polite.

2026-09-08T11:54:49.121Z

This has to be one of the most enjoyable holiday experiences we have had in 25 plus years of travel. All inclusive means so much more than you can imagine. Professionalism and personalisation all the way, no stone left unturned.

2026-09-08T08:08:21.154Z

"SAFARI AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCE." This has to rate as one of the best holiday experiences we have had in all of our years of travel. Our guide was so knowledgeable and accommodating to our every need. The lodges selected by the operator were beyond our expectations and truly comfortable and homely. Initially we felt it was an expensive tour until we understood how much was included. We have nothing but praise for the whole experience.

2026-09-03T15:55:34.808Z

The entire trip was amazing.

2026-09-03T08:07:38.093Z

"SHE WAS EXCELLENT." Mariki was exceptional, making our journey seamless and unforgettable! ❤️

2026-08-26T12:07:51.810Z

My husband and I went on a 10 day private safari with eXplore Plus Travel & Tours.  We traveled through Kenya & Tanzania in a clean, well equipped private safari Landcruiser.  The pop up roof gave us 360 degrees of game viewing.  Our English speaking guides who accompanied us from the start of our trip until the very end were of a very high standard, very knowledgable and had great senses of humour.  All of our accommodation was very good, we especially loved the experience of staying at Mara Under Canvas.  We saw everything we wanted to see and more as well as being lucky enough to be able to tick off the Wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River!  The hot air balloon safari & bush breakfast was a WOW extra that we can highly suggest everyone adds to their itinerary.  The booking process was seamless through eXplore Plus Travel & Tours.  The safari was once in a lifetime.  I can highly recommend eXplore Plus Travel & Tours, we will be booking through them again in the future.

2026-08-26T08:06:41.192Z

"THE ULTIMATE 10 DAY SAFARI EXPERIENCE WITH EXPLORE PLUS TRAVEL & TOURS." My husband and I went on a 10 day private safari with eXplore Plus Travel & Tours. We traveled through Kenya & Tanzania in a clean, well equipped private safari Landcruiser. The pop up roof gave us 360 degrees of game viewing. Our English speaking guides who accompanied us from the start of our trip until the very end were of a very high standard, very knowledgeble and had great senses of humour. All of our accommodation was very good, we especially loved the experience of staying at Mara Under Canvas. We saw everything we wanted to see and more as well as being lucky enough to be able to tick off the Wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River! The hot air balloon safari & bush breakfast was a WOW extra that we can highly suggest everyone adds to their itinerary. The booking process was seamless through eXplore Plus Travel & Tours. The safari was once in a lifetime. I can highly recommend eXplore Plus Travel & Tours, we will be booking through them again in the future.

2026-08-20T08:05:23.634Z

"EXCELLENT SERVICE." I am a travel agent based in South Africa, and Naomi helped me put together a truly once-in-a-lifetime Kenya and Zanzibar holiday for a family. From the very beginning, Naomi took the time to understand exactly what they were looking for and created a special itinerary that met all their expectations. My clients have enjoyed every minute of their trip and have repeatedly mentioned the wonderful service they received, especially from the ground handlers who took such great care of them throughout their journey. As a travel agent, knowing that my clients are being so well looked after on the ground means everything. Thank you so much, Naomi and team, for the excellent service and for helping me create such a memorable experience for my clients. Highly recommended!

2026-08-19T08:03:44.455Z

"OUTSTANDING SERVICE." A 5 star holiday that was everything we expected and more. Every event was planned seamlessly with the perfect balance of beach and safari experiences. We will definitely use ExPlore Plus again for forthcoming holidays.

2026-08-17T19:56:55.323Z

Agent Melissa organised our Vic Falls trip. Dealing with her was a pleasure and everything was so well organised. Highly recommend

2026-08-17T08:01:12.491Z

"Well Organised" Our agent, Melissa, was so organised and her communication was quick and detailed. Made our trip so easy and her suggestions of tours to do in Vic Falls were great. Id highly recommend using eXplore Plua travel and tours

2026-08-17T07:58:04.343Z

"Professional, friendly and efficient service" Melissa was super helpful, friendly and efficient. Planning our trip to Victoria Falls was easy because of her.

2026-08-17T07:56:09.237Z

"No tour operator B" Botswana was a wonderful experience, it is a beautiful country. Saguni and Kadizora lodges were excellent.

2026-08-17T07:54:19.846Z

"Helpful, friendly and efficient" Naomi Vermeulen was our travel agent, and she was super helpful, friendly and very efficient. The travel pack that we received contained all the relevant information which was very helpful. Thank you for an excellent service.

2026-08-17T07:51:42.062Z

"Excellent and professional" The Diamonds resorts were fantastic; the food and service were great value for money.

2026-08-12T10:42:59.914Z

My wife and I had an incredible holiday to Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru and the Maasai Mara in Kenya. The trip was absolutely wonderful, we were accompanied by Rika and Mariska and had an unbelievably wonderful time of game viewing. We were privileged to see the last two northern white rhino at Ol Pejeta - what an incredible, but very sad experience to see these two last survivors of a magnificent species. Samburu was mind blowing with excellent viewing of Grevy's zebra, gerenuk, the reticulated giraffe, the Beisa Oryx, vulturine guinea-fowl the blue legged Somali ostrich, not forgetting a once in a lifetime view of a cheetah with cubs feeding on a recent gazelle kill. The reserve of Ol Pejeta allowed the viewing of black rhino and females with calves, it was a photographers heaven with most game posing to be snapped. Lake Nakuru allowed several viewings close up of prides of lion with cubs as well as pelicans, flamingoes and some large herds of buffalo to name but a few sightings. Finally we were spoilt to see wildebeest crossing the Mara River as well as some of the largest crocodiles I have ever seen. This was a holiday of a lifetime and we will be repeating it. What an absolutely amazing opportunity to see several diverse habitats that house the East African mammals that Kenya is renowned for. It was yet another amazing trip with Explore Plus Travel - thank you for this incredible holiday.

2026-08-05T07:50:37.376Z

"Masai Mara Migration" We had a wonderful and memorable safari with Xplore Plus in Kenya. Communication before and throughout the trip was clear and responsive, and the entire tour was exceptionally well coordinated. The team was reliable, punctual, and attentive, allowing us to relax and enjoy the experience without worrying about the arrangements. The itinerary was diverse and thoughtfully planned, taking us across the equator and through several national parks, each offering unique landscapes and an incredible variety of wildlife. Our guides were knowledgeable, professional, and enthusiastic, enriching the tour with their insights into the wildlife, environment, and local culture. We stayed in carefully selected eco-friendly lodges that were clean, comfortable, and authentic to the safari experience. The staff were consistently friendly and welcoming, and the food was excellent, with a diverse range of options. On longer travel and game-viewing days, drinks and well-prepared lunch packs were provided, making meals on the road convenient and enjoyable. The level of service and attention to detail was excellent throughout. Considering the quality of the accommodation, transport, guiding, meals, and the range of experiences included, the tour offered very good value for money. We would highly recommend Xplore Plus to anyone looking for a reliable, well-organised, and authentic Kenyan safari.

2026-08-05T07:46:57.880Z

"Kind, caring and considerate at all times." A well planned tour with something of interest to suit all, old and young. Comfortable accommodation at all stays. My next xploreplus adventure just round the corner.

2026-08-05T05:55:32.554Z

We had a wonderful and memorable safari experience with Xplore Plus in Kenya. The itinerary was diverse and thoughtfully planned, taking us across the equator and through several national parks, each offering distinctive landscapes and an incredible variety of wildlife.The entire trip was exceptionally well coordinated. Our guides were knowledgeable, professional, and enthusiastic, enriching the experience with their insights into the wildlife, environment, and local culture.We stayed in carefully selected, eco-friendly lodges that felt authentic to the safari experience. The rooms were clean and comfortable, the staff were consistently friendly and welcoming, and the food was excellent, with a diverse range of options. On longer travel and game-viewing days, drinks and well-prepared lunch packs were provided, which made having lunch on the road convenient and enjoyable.We greatly appreciated the attention to detail throughout the trip and would highly recommend Xplore Plus to anyone looking for a well-organized, varied, and authentic Kenyan safari.

2026-07-29T08:28:28.955Z

From the moment I spoke to Naomi for the Mount Kilimanjaro Tanganyika tour until the end of our journey took six months of planning and discussions. Naomi was so patience in the whole process. Thank you. Please remember if you are planning to do this experience please note no Forex bureau at the Springlands Hotel. Please take USD cash for tripping from drivers to staff and mountain staff. You can only draw Tanganyika shillings at ATM in Moshi if they are online. The hotel accepts all cards when doing a payment. Springlands hotel is the place to be for stop overs. Please any Africa trips consider this company as the alternative company. The best in the business. We thank you. Bridget Raphael, Richard and Raymond.

2026-07-27T09:52:54.016Z

We did a trip as a couple in the Serengeti for 6 days, and Pemba Island for 5 days with Xplore plus.What a trip it was indeed, from the moment we landed in Kilimanjaro airport and Thomas the guide waited for us with a big smile, until the last day at Pemba Island it was absolutely amazing!! We took 6 flights in these period and everything went every-time so smooth, we did not have a hassle or problem!The lodges they booked for us were so beautiful, and the guide in the Serengeti was the best!We were very lucky to saw a massive crossing of the Wildebeest at the river, and it was a very big highlight of our trip. We saw lions, cheetahs, hyenas - and so much more, the Serengeti is really an amazing destination and you must visit it at least once!Thank you Melissa at Xplore plus, we will definitely travel with you by our side again!

2026-07-27T07:43:05.351Z

"The Best Africa Travel Agency by far!!" We did a trip as a couple in the Serengeti for 6 days, and Pemba Island for 5 days with Xplore plus. What a trip it was indeed, from the moment we landed in Kilimanjaro airport and Thomas the guide waited for us with a big smile, until the last day at Pemba Island it was absolutely amazing!! We took 6 flights in these period and everything went every-time so smooth, we did not have a hassle or problem! The lodges they booked for us were so beautiful, and the guide in the Serengeti was the best! We were very lucky to saw a massive crossing of the Wildebeest at the river, and it was a very big highlight of our trip. We saw lions, cheetahs, hyenas - and so much more, the Serengeti is really an amazing destination and you must visit it at least once! Thank you Melissa at Xplore plus, we will definitely travel with you by our side again!

2026-07-26T07:41:22.220Z

Excellent communication always there for you and going the extra mile Vic falls was awesome will do it again Thanks Mariki

2026-07-24T19:49:05.425Z

Our trip was absolutely amazing! So organized and everything planned in detail. Thank you for our unforgettable adventure!

2026-07-23T10:28:11.146Z

Our week-long holiday, with stays at 2 (very) different camps, was developed around a proposal provided by eXplore - selected from alternatives that were provided. Comprehensive detail incl all flights and fully inclusive accommodation were effectively incorporated into the itinerary, which was communicated well in advance of departure - particularly liked the on-line platform used to pull together all the travel details in clear and easy to access manner. The trip to Botswana was a fantastic experience that went off largely without any (real) issues.