“I have been ruminating over our recent wonderful time spent with you, your horses and brilliant staff! What a wholesome time was had by all! Thank you so much for spoiling Dani and I with such quality horses, long individual canters, a private patch of paradise, delicious food, perfect accommodations and a lot of fun. We wanted for nothing. We didn’t see a single vehicle other than yours the entire time we were at Simalaha.

Despite reading every available word on your riding operation and the Simalaha Conservancy nothing prepared me for the volumes of wildlife, waterfowl and general birdlife that we encountered! The open plains without holes were made for riding horses, there are very few places like that which also teem with so many animals. Having Mopane along added to the owner run, family experience! What an entertaining breed and how special it was to observe a dog with such adoring eyes to his owner, always ready for instruction! Your horses, the main reason of the safari were all in prime condition, well schooled and an absolute pleasure to ride.

Dani’s statement to me on our way home, that Red was the best horse she has ridden this year out of 4 extensive horse safaris in Africa is testament to your horses!

Along with the horses, your staff were another major highlight, from Mukela, Fred, Henry, Faith, Patrick, Arthur - to all the grooms and behind the scenes staff - they are a true reflection of your management and operation! I very seldom brandish the much over traded tourism word ‘unique,’ however, Zambian Horseback Safaris came up with at least 5 unique little touches. In summary I would brand our experience as a Humble 5 Star Experience. Once again, our most sincere thanks and I wish you all the success you deserve in creating such an excellent product for horse riding tourism in Africa.”

- Garth Thompson