Founded in 2008, Ultimate Safaris specializes in well-orchestrated privately guided naturalist safaris for individuals and small intimate groups. The company is known for having one of the most experienced, creative, and respected 'tribes' in the Namibian safari industry. Ultimate Safaris is considered among the leading authorities on travel to Namibia, often pioneering new ways to experience the country and ensuring exceptional leadership and a genuine connection to the people and places visited.
The driving force behind Ultimate Safaris is a carefully selected tribe of experts passionate about all aspects of Namibia and committed to seamless guest services. This commitment allows the company to ensure that trade partners are best placed to offer truly memorable safaris in one of the most awe-inspiring countries on earth.
Employing the best naturalist guides and Journeysmiths, all residing and working in Namibia, Ultimate Safaris offers a premium portfolio of lodges, hotels, and camps, including their own. They operate a state-of-the-art fleet of specialized safari vehicles, guaranteeing an unparalleled level of personal attention and maintaining the highest standards in planning and organizing Namibian safaris. From initial inquiries to the final touches, the tribe is dedicated to bringing together all the elements that create the life-enriching journeys they offer.
Considered at the cutting edge and often ahead of the game in specialized safaris, Ultimate Safaris invests heavily in the continuous exploration of new safari possibilities, making it one of the most progressive and forward-looking safari companies in the country.
Beyond its operational scope, Ultimate Safaris has been actively involved in the development of responsible and sustainable tourism at a broader level. Their principals have held various executive decision-making positions concerning tourism on a national level.
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Corporate Social Responsibility
Ultimate Safaris is privileged to be able to operate in pristine wilderness areas. We believe that the future of the environment and the natural inhabitants of these regions lies in the hands of the communities living there and that this means they must be involved in the custodianship of their surroundings. The Conservation Travel Foundation is Ultimate Safaris’ registered non-profit organization and it fully supports these ideals.
Ultimate Safaris is dedicated to the protection and conservation of the areas in which it operates, as well as to improving the quality of life of the communities who live in and around them. The Trustees of the Conservation Travel Foundation possess a deep understanding of all the areas in which the company operates, and they endorse the concept of responsible tourism that promotes conservation and development initiatives. Ultimate Safaris raises an additional 2.5% of its commercial revenue for conservation, and the funds produced are used for projects approved by the Conservation Travel Foundation. These projects range from assistance for rhino and predator conservation programs to the improvement of school infrastructure in remote rural areas.
Rhino Ranger Program
Desert Lion Project
Huab Conservancy
Grootberg Primary School
Little Bugs
Bunny Cottage
Save the Rhino Trust
North West Human-Wildlife Conflict Management Plan
Africat Foundation
Namib Tsaris Conservancy
Rare and Endangered Species Trust
Awards and Recognition
2019
Pure Awards Winner
Conservation and Sustainability
2018
Pure Awards Shortlist
Transformational Travel
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
Meyer Smolen
TrustScore 4.9 | 193 reviews
TrustScore 4.9 of 5
Based on 193 reviews on
1 day ago
Amazing assistance! Kevin and his team were so helpful and really gave us great advice. They quickly understood exactly what we were looking for and within a matter of days we had booked our holiday of a lifetime. I would definitely recommend to others.
Kathryn
1 day ago
I was on a trip to the UK while arranging another trip for next year. Was able to work with email and a short call to secure our spot on a tall ship cruise. Good company to work with so far.
Steve Beal
2 days ago
I think it was very helpful that Franny and I spoke on the phone. I think she had a better idea of what we were looking for, and she planned a great itinerary for us!
Elizabeth
3 days ago
I've just started the process, but Tilly has been very helpful and has a great personality that puts a traveler at ease. I think the paperwork has just begun so I can't give an overall rating of the whole experience. So far, so good.
Christine Allen
5 days ago
Claire made sure she knew what my expectations and priorities were and offered options based on that. She also suggested a visit to a city i did not know about. She was pleasant friendly informative and helpful
