Deeper AfricaReviews of deeperafrica.com

Karen and staff planned our custom Tanzania safari. To begin with, Karen spent 2 hours on the phone with me asking questions to identify exactly what we wanted before we even determined we would work with Deeper Africa--which is why we chose DA. She asked us thoughtful questions about price, our somewhat middle-class modest budget, time, and comfort levels. She planned the bucket list trip of our dreams within our budget. We were somewhat unique in that one of our family members is in the zoo education field, Master's in Zoology--so it was really important to have guides that really knew what they were doing and could show and explain on a deep level. We had three different guides as we were in the Serengeti, Ruaha, and the Selous. The guides selected by DA were all extremely well-educated and expert at not only finding/spotting but at explaining on a complex level what we were seeing across the ecosystems. Each person tried to make our trip special, from the beginning, when we were unable to shop in Arusha for gifts the day we arrived due to a late plane. Our driver contacted the Cultural Center and arranged for them to open early just for us so we could shop for souvenirs before we had to catch our bush plane flight. The camps were all great and exactly what was promised, definitely glamping, and Coastal's bush planes did a great job of getting us around Tanzania. The Nasikia and Asilia properties all worked out well for our family (2 tents) and the staffs in each were attentive to our every need. A special place, a special trip, thanks to DA and Karen Zulauf.

We loved our experience with Deeper Africa. Karen "got" us right away and helped us build a trip that was exactly what we had hoped for--and more!! Great staff "on the ground" in Africa too and they all did a great job of keeping track of a serious food allergy and also preferences as to privacy of accommodations, etc.

We just completed our second trip with Deeper Africa, and both trips have been amazing “trips iof a lifetime”. From the beginning of planning the itinerary, accommodations, and activities to having your guide put you on the plane home, Deeper Africa really takes the time to listen and respond to your individual needs. What also sets Deeper Africa apart from other operators, however, is the quality of their guides. Our guides have not only been exceptionally knowledgeable about a broad range of topics but also men filled with heartfelt care for us, their families, and the Africa we were so privileged to see. Our lives have been immeasurably enhanced by viewing the nature of Africa with these men by our side.

We just came back from an amazing 16 day safari trip though southern Africa and everything about the trip was wonderful and exactly what we'd hope to experience. Karen, along with her staff at Deeper Africa, guided us to places that were off the beaten path and, as such, we had such special interactions with staff and witnessed amazing things, undisturbed by other tourists. The pace of the trip and the order of the itinerary were perfect and everyplace was so different. We totally credit Karen for making our trip so successful. Not only were her itinerary choices excellent but Deeper Africa helped us and gave us great advice (packing lists, medication requirements, luggage requirements, cash requirements, etc.) so that we were incredibly prepared throughout the whole trip. All the people with whom we came into contact through Deeper Africa were fabulous. We didn't have to worry about a thing during our trip. Everything was totally smooth and planned for in advance. This was a very big trip for us. We traveled as a family, my husband, myself and our two adult daughters. We planned and saved for this trip for six years. It was especially important to me that everything was perfect and everyone in the family had the trip of a lifetime. It was and we did!! And, even with such a demanding task as this, Karen succeeded in giving us a trip that was beyond our expectations. I recommend Deeper Africa to anyone looking to have the trip of a lifetime in Africa. If we're lucky enough to have an opportunity to go back, I would absolutely use Deeper Africa again.

Deeper Africa was an incredibly thoughtful, thorough, and knowledgable resource. Every place that we stayed was PERFECT, and every detail was taken care of. Their staff is helpful and welcoming and was involved in every step of the process. I'm so thankful to them for putting together this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

I am an Independant type of traveler. I had a complicated set of objectives and desires for my five week custom safari adventure through Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe. My experience included classic safaris, some in tented camps, some in lodges, driving over 2000km around Namibia, fishing, whitewater rafting, etc. Deeper Africa had great suggestions and solutions. It worked out great. I loved the interactive nature of the planning process, which resulted the trip of a lifetime.

Amazing tour company. Excellent, no reservations.

Fantastic! Customized trip was well planned. Everything was operated smoothly. We loved the accommodations, our Guides, and our experience was life changing. So we are going again with them this summer.