Where do I begin? This trip couldn’t have been better - it was the trip of a lifetime! Annie has figured it all out and has put together an amazing itinerary. Each place we stayed was different and special in its own right. Lesedi started us off with a dose of South African culture. Then it was on to Mziki where it felt like home and we didn’t want to leave. At Cradle Moon, you never knew what animals you’d be greeted by when you stepped out your door. Finally it was on to Cape Town, almost a different world, where we stayed in a very sweet Bed and Breakfast just a few blocks from the ocean (photos of the beloved Nelson Mandela looking down at us in every room). Our days were filled with gorgeous South African sunsets, game drives, seeing animals I never thought I’d see other than through bars, and amazing up-close-and-personal adventures at various wildlife sanctuaries (we petted an elephant, a cheetah, and a lion cub - didn’t touch the monkeys but they sure touched us! They were SO much fun!). Walking with lions…never thought I’d do that one. Not quite sure what changed my mind but yeah, I’m glad I did it. Hot-air ballooning - wow! Always thought I’d be afraid to do that but I couldn’t have been more wrong. Penguins. We hung out on the beach with penguins! Six months ago, I don’t know that I knew there were penguins in South Africa. In fact, I’m sure I didn’t. Call me ignorant but I know I’m not alone ;) They were so cool and the beach was beautiful. Annie gave us so much helpful info before the trip and promptly answered the 367543 questions I sent her way. There was never any pressure to do any of the extras. Annie made it easy to make a last-minute decision if we were unsure about something. She was incredibly accommodating and communicative, and she made everything so comfortable and easy. All the details of the trip were planned perfectly and, everywhere we went, the people along the way were so genuinely happy to see her. She not only has a great working relationship with all these folks, she obviously has great personal relationships with them as well. Not surprising - she’s the best!

I had a great time! Wonderful people, great food and adventures. I loved how the trip was customized to include two 7 course meals in the chef/tour guides home/farms. It made the experience unique, and the food was great! I would definitely travel with Bucket List Travel again.

The trip was well organized and our drivers and guides were all wonderful We particularly appreciated all our women guides! Special activities including a cooking class and a few special meals. I am so thankful to Annie for working with us to design such a spectacular experience. It was a perfect combination of scheduled activities and independent time to explore.