If you’ve started planning an Africa Safari you probably have more questions – When is the best time to go? What is the best country to visit? What operator can I trust? How do I know what camps to stay in? How do I find good wildlife guides?- then you do answers.
I’m Lori Robinson, an African Safari Specialist. I’ve been traveling to Africa for the past 34 years, and also lived there for three and a half years. I have a passion for helping people experience the Africa that I know and love.
That’s why I continue to publish my best advice, tips, and reviews for planning an African Safari on this site, SavingWild, as well as my YouTube channel, LoriSavingWild.
I’ve designed and/or led African safaris for hundreds of clients just like you. For years I led the donors of the Jane Goodall Institute on safari. And people hire me to lead private safaris for their group.
Best Advice for Planning your Africa Safari
For my favorite safari tips visit this page.
For reviews on lodges and camps and other safari advice visit my YouTube Channel.
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If you want to get the most from my expertise you can book a one-hour phone consult with me. I will answer all your questions, lead you in the right direction, refer you to camps, operators, and experiences I would recommend, all tailored to your individual dreams and desires.
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Dr. Jane Goodall says this about Lori Robinson:
“Lori Robinson has successfully designed (and/or led) many wildlife safaris for the Jane Goodall Institute. Her passion for Africa coupled with a sound knowledge of logistics on the ground, make her an ideal safari planner.
Lori is utterly committed to giving travelers the best of African experiences. She is dedicated to the cause, has high energy, and is very resourceful –an important asset when traveling in Africa. Finally, she is the kind of person who gets on with everyone, is considerate, and has a great sense of humour. You can’t go wrong with Lori.”
Dr. Jane Goodall
What clients say about safari specialist Lori Robinson:
“Just wanted to extend a big thank you for your help in planning the BEST TRIP EVER!
Dawn Gibson (East Africa 2023)
“The hour consult with you was exactly what I had hoped for. All the questions I had accumulated through my online research were answered in ways that made me rethink, get clear and focus in on exactly what the ideal trip would look like for me and my girlfriend.“
Andy Tabart (Botswana)
“In short, Lori, it was a trip that we will never forget. One filled with stories that we will tell our friends for years, and retell to our wide-eyed grandkids. Melissa and I will be forever grateful for your efforts on our behalf, your soothing advice and vision of how best to introduce not-always-intrepid travelers to the Africa that you so obviously love. Thank you, thank you, thank you.”
Will & Melissa Connelly (Kenya)
“I have warm feelings of appreciation for the trips to Africa that I have both experienced alongside you, as well as the ones you have so beautifully organized/customized for our family. Thank you so much for these life-changing opportunities. If anyone ever wants to speak with someone who has been on your trips, please know it would be an honor for me to share our awesome experiences!”
Bridget Lewin ( Zimbabwe, South Africa, Kenya,)
“We had an absolutely wonderful time. The trip arrangements were just perfect! There were no glitches and everyplace you recommended was fabulous. The hotels and camps were great as were all the guides. We saw multiples of every animal we ever hoped to see. Thank you for a terrific planning job!”
Dr. and Mrs. Chodosh ( South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania)
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Safari Njema, Lori Robinson
It’s great to see what you are doing, gives hope to all wildlife!
Yeah these is very interesting and good work for the wildlife conservation!!
Hi Lori,
I love your work, thank you for all you are doing for wildlife!
It makes the World a better place.
THanks so much Jo for your comment.
Could you please send me your packing list.. your videos were wonderfu!
Hi Lorri…I read that you organize a south africa safari in 2020….I m interessed and would like to know more about it, how long, price and places visited…I m french 62 years old woman…good shape ? thank you…??
My daughter, my son-in-law and I would love to go on Safari to Kenya and/or Tanzania. I would like to go during the great migration, but I do not think I can get off this year for it.
What are your plans next year for a trip during the migration in 2021?
I am learning Kiswahili and can speak a little, understand more. I work with Kenyans and they speak with me.
I am going to South Africa this May for 14 days with Lawrence Anthony Foundation.
Please let me know you future plans.
Asante sana,
Debbie
Hi Lori,
My wife and I are planning our trip to Africa. We have a fabulous travel agent here in New Orleans that has guided us world wide, but has not been to Africa. she has us traveling like rock stars. Four Seasons, Private tours, always accessible with glitches. Coming back from Tahiti, flight delays, we arrived LAX driver waiting for us hotel booked. She’s terrific.
She sub contracted a company, Big Five Tours and expeditions. While researching their recommendations I came across you and your videos. Very well done.
Our plan was to go to CapeTown for New Years. Arrive the 30th depart on the 2nd. Pretty well set on that. staying at the twelve Apostles Hotel. Then on the 2nd going to Thornybush game reserve till the 4th, staying at Royal Malewane. then off to Sabi Sands, staying at the Lion Sands Ivory lodge till the January 7. Then off to Victoria falls , staying at Mpala jena Camp(where I found your videos, my wife appreciated your packing video) till the 10th when we head home.
A couple of questions:
The above itinerary is very busy moving every couple of days. Are these accommodations above terrific accommodations?
For our first safari what would you recommend?
I’m more then willing to pay you for your recommendations.
Thanks for your help. Stay safe
George
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