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Looking at 301 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, consistently sharing stories about the exceptional quality of their travels. Customers frequently praise the dedicated staff and the seamless planning process, noting that representatives listen carefully to every requirement to build perfect itineraries. People also appreciate the wonderful lodges, expert guidance, and continuous support available via messaging apps throughout the entire holiday adventure. Some reviewers were not happy with certain administrative aspects, mentioning occasional frustrations regarding invoicing errors or difficulties with visa arrangements. A few individuals also felt that the operational side could improve, particularly when handling complex travel schedules or specific client requests.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tagatha was our initial contact with Yellow Zebra. She provided very detailed information on the various safari camps, what is the ideal months to travel in order to see the wildlife we hope to encou... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Eleanor was outstanding! Listened and understood what experience we wanted and put together an outstanding safari adventure. Added personal touches (like dinner on the beach) that really put our vaca... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

YZ took care of every detail from start to finish. Starting with a personal no-pressure phone call immediately after we inquired, to a follow-up call a day later with suggestions and details. After... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We used YZS 10 years ago when we booked a safari and beach stay for our honeymoon, which was all fantastic, so we went straight to them to book a trip for our 10-year wedding anniversary in July 2026... See more

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About Yellow Zebra Safaris

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Yellow Zebra Safaris

Yellow Zebra Safaris was founded in 2012 with a simple ambition: to build the best safari company possible.

Today, we are recognised as one of the world’s leading safari specialists, creating tailor-made journeys across Africa designed by people who have genuinely lived and worked on the continent. Our team is made up entirely of former professional safari guides, camp managers, and individuals born or raised in Africa - people whose knowledge comes from real first-hand experience, not brochures or sales scripts.

We believe the best safaris are built on honest advice, strong opinion, and a deep understanding of what makes each destination special. That’s why we invest heavily in continual research across Africa, ensuring our specialists regularly return to the camps, lodges, and the top game viewing areas they recommend. When you speak to Yellow Zebra, you’re speaking to someone who knows the realities of safari travel - from the rhythm of a game drive to which camps consistently deliver the best guiding, atmosphere, and wildlife experiences.

Our approach has always been refreshingly straightforward. We don’t believe in pushy sales tactics or over-polished luxury travel jargon. Instead, we focus on giving clear, experience-led guidance that helps our clients spend wisely on the experiences that genuinely matter most to them.

Behind the scenes, our operations and guest experience teams include people who have worked with some of Africa’s most respected safari brands and camps. Combined with our 24/7 emergency support, dedicated medical support, and African office network, this means our clients are looked after from the moment they book to the moment they return home.

We’re proud to have been named Europe’s Leading Safari Company at the World Travel Awards for eleven consecutive years, alongside recognition from Condé Nast Traveller UK and Condé Nast Traveler US. More importantly, we’re trusted by thousands of travellers who have chosen us to help plan one of the most important trips of their lives.

At Yellow Zebra, we believe safari should feel personal, authentic, and deeply connected to Africa itself - its landscapes, wildlife, people, and stories. Standing out from the herd has always been part of who we are.

Why Travel With Yellow Zebra?



Genuine Safari Experts

Our specialists are former safari guides, camp managers, and Africa experts with genuine first-hand experience of the destinations we sell. We give honest, opinion-led advice based on knowledge earned on the ground.

Tailor-Made Safaris

Every trip is individually designed around you - no templates, no cookie-cutter itineraries, and no unnecessary luxury theatre. Just thoughtful safari planning shaped by experience and care.



Trusted & Protected

We offer 24/7 support while you travel, including access to dedicated medical support and emergency assistance. We are also fully ATOL bonded, giving complete financial protection from the moment you book.

Constantly Researching Africa

Our team travels extensively across Africa every year, revisiting camps, tracking changes within destinations, and maintaining close relationships with guides and lodge owners - ensuring our recommendations remain current, informed, and trustworthy.​



Safaris That Give Back

Conservation underpins how we operate. We work with camps, communities, and conservation partners that help protect Africa’s wildlife, habitats, and people for the futur

Award-Winning Service

Named Europe’s Leading Safari Company for eleven consecutive years at the World Travel Awards, with thousands of five-star reviews from travellers across the world.





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Luxury, Tailor-made African Safari Holidays

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Genuine Safari Experts
Our specialists are former safari guides, camp managers, and Africa experts with genuine first-hand experience of the destinations we sell. We give honest, opinion-led advice based on knowledge earned on the ground.
Trusted & Protected
We offer 24/7 support while you travel, including access to dedicated medical support and emergency assistance. We are also fully ATOL bonded, giving complete financial protection from the moment you book.
Award-Winning Service
Named Europe’s Leading Safari Company for eleven consecutive years at the World Travel Awards, with thousands of five-star reviews from travellers across the world.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Incredible!

We could talk all day about our honeymoon and how incredible it was, quite simply the best thing we have ever done and worth every single penny. We saw everything we could have hoped for animal wise and couldn't believe how close we came to so many of them, all while feeling entirely safe thanks to the guides. The safari was tiring, but we got out as much as we could to try and see as much as possible, those 4am starts were worth it. Highlights would be the elephants and the lions and we were lucky enough to see a lion take down a wildebeest which was amazing. Our guides, hosts and all staff were simply amazing and we will genuinely miss them. Their knowledge and enthusiasm for what they do was infectious and they taught us so much. The camps themselves were also fantastic and the quality was even better than expected. Then there was Zanzibar. We walked out from our incredible room to the beautiful white sands and turquoise ocean every morning. As tiring as the safari was, the beach stay let us recoup and then more. We have already recommended what we did, the places we stayed and Yellow Zebra to numerous friends.

July 28, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Great Migration

My travel agent was Georgia and she did a great job planning the trip I wanted. The actually safaris in both Ngorongoro and Serengeti were simply amazing. Good guides and luxury camps; and of course just stunning wildlife. 10/10.

August 18, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trip to Cape Town, Victoria Falls and safari in Tanzania.

The trip to South Africa, Zimbabwe to see Victoria Falls and Safari in Tanzania planned by Yellow Zebra is beyond description. They made every step of the way easy. You didn’t have to think about getting through customs, airport pickups, plane tickets, transfer to safari camps, meals, drinks etc! We had the trip of a lifetime. Our 3 weeks spent in Africa were magical! We cannot recommend more
Highly that Yellow Zebra plan your trip to
Africa.

August 8, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The perfect family trip with teens and grandparents

Matt and the whole Yellow Zebra team were excellent from start to finish. They built us the perfect itinerary for a family trip with teens and grandparents, kept us up to date with everything we needed to know and ensured every part of our trip went smoothly when we were there. We had the most amazing trip and made memories that will last our lifetime.

August 15, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

i planned this trip very last minute

i planned this trip very last minute, instead of being told no. i spoke to fiona walls and 2 days later i had a full itinerary. she was always available to answer my questions, no matter how many times i asked the same questions.

August 16, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Debbie,

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that Fiona's expertise and flexibility allowed to you plan a last minute adventure! We will continue to support you as your trip approaches.

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Fiona & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Memorable, hassle free, and totally perfect!

Yellow Zebra Safaris helped put together the most memorable, hassle free, and totally perfect trip to Africa! Planning this trip was daunting until I reached out to Yellow Zebra Safaris. They handle everything and stayed in contact through the whole trip allowing us to stay in the moment. I can't give them enough stars for all they did.

August 18, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Kristin,

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that Bryan’s personalised itinerary created such a memorable trip for you and that the on-the-ground team continued to provide high levels of service. We really value your trust and are grateful to have you as part of the Yellow Zebra family. Let us know when the safari bug bites again!

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Bryan & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick feedback and vested in finding…

Quick feedback and vested in finding the right trip for us

September 2, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Ralph,

Thank you for your positive feedback. We are thrilled to hear that Fiona's personally curated itineraries found the right trip for you. We will continue to support you as your trip approaches and we can't wait for you to experience it all.

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Fiona & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yellow Zebra expertly cobbled a Rwanda gorilla trek.

Yellow Zebra expertly cobbled a Rwanda gorilla trek on short notice. Reservations were honored, guides were knowledgeable and helpful and help was rendered when airline delays threatened the itinerary.

August 20, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Josh,

Thank you for your great feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had a memorable Rwandan trekking experience and that our GEL team were able to help keep your trip on track when airline delays threatened the itinerary! We appreciate your trust in Yellow Zebra Safaris and let us know whenever the safari bug bites again.

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Eleanor & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Various options we explored to add to the trip

Our contact was super helpful as we bounced around some changing ideas and extensions, but she stuck with us and put together a magnificent itinerary. I was afraid we would wear her out with our what if requests, but never detected that. We are extremely please with the final options she found.

August 20, 2026
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Dear David,

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that Kate’s expertise was able to curate numerous personalised itineraries for you! We will continue to support you every step of the way, and we can’t wait for you to experience your safari.

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Kate & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5/5!

Everyone across the entire team was beyond helpful - from Lauren in designing the perfect itinerary, to Janine with the pre-trip operations, to Quin and the guest experience team while in Africa. We could not have been happier with our honeymoon and are beyond grateful for Yellow Zebra's involvement in our once-in-a-lifetime experience.

August 28, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Jonah,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with Lauren and the wider Yellow Zebra team throughout booking and your honeymoon. We appreciate your trust in Yellow Zebra and are so glad you had a once-in-a-lifetime experience to celebrate your wedding!

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Lauren & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So far the experience has been…

So far the experience has been excellent. Everyone has been very friendly and responsive to all our questions and concerns. Would definitely recommend.

August 21, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Sandra,

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear you had a positive booking experience, thanks to the expert knowledge and professionalism of the Yellow Zebra team. Your recommendation means a great deal to us. We will continue to support you every step of the way, and we can’t wait for you to experience your safari.

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Service

To the shock of my family, I struggle to come up with words that truly reflect the experience we just had, thanks to Yellow Zebra. And I also have so many things to say, but it would be impossible to get it all down with a realistic expectation of anyone reading it. So, I hope this short(ish) review will get my point across.

When first booking this trip, I was quite sure I'd end up with a different company, just based on my friends' recommendations and some solid research over the years. Yellow Zebra was relatively unknown to me, and it was the reviews, accommodation choices, and quality of the website which piqued my interest in the first place. However, in the end, it really came down to my interaction with Eleanor Roberts that pushed me over the edge. She 'got' me right from the start. She not only knew exactly what vibe I was looking for, but she also knew what was not on my radar that should have been. That's keen knowledge combined with excellent client service. And Eleanor was so patient, timely, and the perfect mix of warm and professional throughout - she never made me feel like I was annoying her with my questions, even though I'm sure I was at times. Also - a special mention goes out to the Operations Team, Beatrix and Imogen in particular, who were wonderful to deal with, combining that same friendly/professional service quality.

Eleanor's recommendations were spot-on. Every accommodation, restaurant, and activity hit the mark. The itinerary was also flawless, which added to the experience, because I had heard stories from my friends about logistical issues in Africa generally speaking, so was expecting some. They never came. Maybe it was a bit of luck, but I do put a heavy weight on the organizational skills behind the scenes.

Those extra special moments - too many to list - will be in our memories forever. Literally - I have never been so affected by a trip, and can't imagine anything that could top this. Unless I'm lucky enough to do it again. And if I do, I'll be entrusting it to Yellow Zebra, no question about it.

August 17, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Good afternoon,

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that Eleanor's expertise and professionalism not only curated a wonderful, personalised itinerary but also provided reassurance in the run up to your trip. Plus the work of Imogen and Beatrix, too! We will be sure to pass on your kind words to the team. Thank you for your recommendation and let us know the next time the safari bug bites!

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Eleanor & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yellow Zebra has been very helpful from…

Yellow Zebra has been very helpful from the start until the end of the trip.

August 1, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Indra,

Thank you for your positive feedback. We are delighted to hear that you experienced a high level of service, from sales specialist to Ops to the on-the-ground team. Let us know whenever the safari bug bites again!

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The lodges

The lodges, guides, flights and connections were excellent and we would not have changed anything. What an incredible life experience! Thank you Yellow Zebra for helping us celebrate our anniversary.

July 30, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Wayne,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that Georgia's expertise and professionalism created such an incredible experience for your anniversary. Let us know whenever the safari bug bites again!

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Georgia & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything about my trip was great

Everything about my trip was great. From the planning to the execution. Smooth and easy communication, prompt response and understanding of my needs and requests at all time.

August 26, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Sarah,

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that Sam's expertise made your trip such a success - from planning to execution to enjoyment! Please get in touch whenever the safari bug bites again.

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Sam & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top Notch Service

Cassia and Kristen were wonderful in helping to plan and execute a trip of a lifetime!

August 10, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Juan,

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that Cassia and Kristen did such a wonderful job in planning and executing your trip of a life time. We are pleased to have you as part of the Yellow Zebra family. Let us know whenever the safari bug bites again!

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Lauren & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wondeful Safari Experience

We used YZS 10 years ago when we booked a safari and beach stay for our honeymoon, which was all fantastic, so we went straight to them to book a trip for our 10-year wedding anniversary in July 2026 – a safari in Kenya with our 8-year-old daughter. We did not need to look anywhere else – Lauren created a trip tailored to exactly what we were looking for. The organisation before, during and after the trip was faultless. The camps we stayed at were amazing and the staff we encountered couldn’t do enough for us. We always had logistical support while in Africa and felt completely safe and always looked after. We would highly recommend YZS to anyone considering a safari trip to Africa.

July 21, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Steve,

Thank you for your kind words. What a full circle holiday! We are delighted to be able to provide consistently high quality safaris for you and your family. We are thrilled to hear that Lauren’s expertise curated a wonderful, bespoke trip for you. Thank you for your recommendation and let us know the next time the safari bug bites!

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Lauren & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tanzania experience arranged by YellowZebra

Our Tanzania experience (for a couple from USA) arranged by YellowZebra was wonderful. They provided great service in planning and executing the trip, accommodated our requests, made changes to schedule a breeze. All minor details take care of. When our trip had to be cancelled for family emergency, they graciously accommodated us a year later with small changes. Excellent and reliable support thru WhatsApp during the trip by their guest experience team. We would highly recommend then. We will use their service again if we go back to Africa.

July 20, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Neena,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you’ve had a continuously positive experience with the team at Yellow Zebra Safaris. We really value your trust and are grateful to have you as part of the Yellow Zebra family. Your recommendation means a great deal to us. Let us know whenever the safari bug bites again!

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Matt & The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Good Experience with Yellow Zebra

I initially contacted Yellow Zebra Safaris to book my Safari, as I had seen their website mentioned in a Sunday Newspaper Travel section. Also they came with good reviews and website was informative and well set out.
My experience with them was excellent. There were a couple of hiccups when booking and changing flights due to potential issues in Dubai and the level of response and ease of dealing with the issue was exemplary. The trip was excellent, and was well planned for us. We had a WhatsApp link to the on the ground team and this was very reassuring and a nice touch. All of the team I dealt with at Yellow Zebra were responsive and helpful. I would recommend them.

July 11, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Caroline,

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that the website was so informative during your initial booking experience, and that the team (both in office and on-the-ground) continued to provide a high level of service. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the rest of the team. Thank you for placing your trust in Yellow Zebra, and we look forward to welcoming you back whenever you’re ready.

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | The Yellow Zebra Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yellow Zebra strives for perfection

Everything matched the itinerary. There was no detail left undone. The lodgings were top notch and the people involved with us were so friendly and knowledgeable. The best part was, of course, the safari camps. We learned so much in addition to seeing every animal possible. Ending the trip at the beach was a great recommendation.

July 29, 2026
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Reply from Yellow Zebra Safaris

Dear Karen,

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that your bespoke itinerary was everything you wanted, thanks to Jo’s knowledge and expertise. We really value your trust and are grateful to have you as part of the Yellow Zebra family. Let us know whenever the safari bug bites again!

Kind regards,
James - Sales Director | Jo & The Yellow Zebra Team

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