The highlight of our trip! Phil at Where It All Began was so helpful in finding us the perfect safari accommodation. There were so many choices, it was overwhelming. Phil listened to what I wanted from the experience and helped us choose a place. My only regrets is that we didn’t allow more time at the lodge he found for us. We hoped to see the Big Five, of course, and we did. But there was a lot more to our experience than that. The ranger, tracker, staff, and accommodations were amazing and beyond our expectations. Phil helped us with other plans and ideas too, and I’d recommend his services highly. Increasingly, in the age of do it yourself travel planning, I’m seeing the real value in hiring an agent who knows the local landscape.

Virtual personal travel guide , huge knowledge of SA created perfect bespoke holiday Phil worked with us and evolved a memorable holiday visiting special places ideally suited to our objectives. So many little things built huge confidence in the organisation. For example when we were met in Cape Town we were given a local cellphone , pre loaded with credit ( we had been told about the plan before we left ) . Everywhere we went Phil was just a call away if we wanted information , support or to alter plans. A bit like having a virtual guide travelling with us.I am sure that Where it All Began can create a perfect bespoke holiday to suit YOUR quirks too.

A brilliant holiday Although we have visited South Africa many times, this was the first time we have used the services of Where It All Began. Their planning was exemplary and our queries were answered promptly and fully. The venues were just as we had expected and our holiday was enhanced by their services. The holiday notes provided were excellent; we have visited the Cape on many occasions in the past, and thought we knew our way around; but the notes led us to new places well worth visiting. In summary, we recommend Where It All Began unreservedly.

Best organization... Amazing, daily assistance during our trip. We are very very happy nd beautiful place.

Time of my life with ethical partners that are environmentally conscious I had the time of my life with Where It All Began navigating my 14 day South Africa & Zimbabwe trip in October 2022! Cape Town: Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pilanesburg, Hermanus Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls Single US Traveler Food - local, full service, & touristy Lodging/Game Resort/Bed & Breakfast - eco-friendly, luxurious, spacious, and staffing that will exceed your expectations at every turn Activities - mountain hiking, whale kayaking, African cooking experience, guided/walking tours: Victoria Falls, Mandela House/Soweto, local townships, big five game viewing, District 6, Robben Island, etc. Guidelines - They were up to date on the travel restrictions and guidelines to help ensure your trip goes smoothly. The power outages that are the normal occurrence in that part of the country did NOT take away from the experience. Con I prefer to utilize the local black businesses in every place I travel and I was unable to partake of those as much due to the local climate and the travel agency.