Tailoring Your Perfect African Safari Holiday

Working with discerning travellers from across the globe, I specialise in crafting bespoke safari experiences that transform the extraordinary into the unforgettable. Whether you're dreaming of witnessing the Great Migration from a luxury tented camp in the Serengeti, tracking mountain gorillas through Uganda’s misty highlands, or discovering the hidden gems of Botswana's pristine wilderness, I collaborate closely with each client to design safari itineraries that perfectly match their aspirations, budget, and travel style. Drawing upon years of on-the-ground experience and an extensive network of trusted local partners throughout Africa, I ensure every detail—from intimate bush dinners under star-filled skies to exclusive wildlife encounters away from the crowds—is thoughtfully curated to create your once-in-a-lifetime African adventure.

Here’s a step by step guide to how I do it!

1. Initial Safari Consultation

We'll begin with a personalised consultation - whether face to face, online video call or telephone - to thoroughly understand your safari dreams. Together we'll explore:

• Your previous travel experience, what you’ve loved and what you didn’t!

• Specific interests (wildlife photography, gorilla trekking, bird watching, cultural experiences)

• Adventure preferences (walking safaris, hot air balloon flights, river safaris)

• Practical considerations (travel dates, fitness levels, dietary requirements)

• Special occasions or celebrations

• Your budget expectations

2. Crafting Your Bespoke Safari

Based on our conversation, I'll design your personalised luxury safari itinerary. The  proposal will be carefully tailored to your wishes, and I might even include a surprise "curveball" option to inspire your sense of adventure.

3. Refine Your Safari Together

We'll work collaboratively to perfect your itinerary. I'll provide a detailed day-by-day programme complete with luxury lodges, wildlife activities, and private transfers. You can be as involved in this process as you'd like - I'll keep refining until it's exactly right.

4. Secure Your African Adventure

Once you're completely satisfied with your safari itinerary:

• A deposit (25-30%) secures all your arrangements

• I'll create your personalised ‘Lucie Thaxter Safaris’ mobile travel App with your complete itinerary, with all documentation and travel details at your fingertips.

• Final payment is due 12 weeks before departure

5. Your Luxury Safari Experience

Throughout your journey I make sure everything runs seamlessly. My partners on the ground keep me updated on all aspects of your adventure and we’re on hand if any changes are required.

6. Welcome Home!

I love to hear your stories so we’ll have a follow up call when you return home. I’ve found that ‘Once in a Lifetime’ African safaris have a way of becoming twice or thrice in a lifetime adventures, so this can also be an opportunity to start planning your next expedition!

Financial Security Guaranteed

For complete peace of mind, I partner with ATOL-bonded tour operator The Hemisphere Travel Group, ensuring your safari investment is protected through the Travel Trust Association. Your dream African safari is in safe hands from the moment you start planning until your return home.