Perfect holiday Perfect holiday! Having stayed with Phil when he used to run Parker Cottage in Cape Town and receiving fantastic help and support there, we were keen to try out Where It All Began! We couldn't have been happier. I travel a lot with work and am pretty confident about moving around. What Phil offers however is fantastic properties which I would never have found.....a wonderful, quirky B&B in Swellendam where we ate the best meal we've ever had anywhere in the world, the most sumptious B&B in The Crags which rated as my husband's favourite place he has ever stayed....I could go on!! We would highly recommend Where It All Began - it will ensure you see the bits of the country you would never have otherwise found, all within budget and as others have said, delivered with a personal care and attention that's hard to match! Thanks!

Time of my life with ethical partners that are environmentally conscious I had the time of my life with Where It All Began navigating my 14 day South Africa & Zimbabwe trip in October 2022! Cape Town: Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pilanesburg, Hermanus Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls Single US Traveler Food - local, full service, & touristy Lodging/Game Resort/Bed & Breakfast - eco-friendly, luxurious, spacious, and staffing that will exceed your expectations at every turn Activities - mountain hiking, whale kayaking, African cooking experience, guided/walking tours: Victoria Falls, Mandela House/Soweto, local townships, big five game viewing, District 6, Robben Island, etc. Guidelines - They were up to date on the travel restrictions and guidelines to help ensure your trip goes smoothly. The power outages that are the normal occurrence in that part of the country did NOT take away from the experience. Con I prefer to utilize the local black businesses in every place I travel and I was unable to partake of those as much due to the local climate and the travel agency.

The holiday in Cape Town's surrounding Country side. The holiday in Cape Town was wonderful. Phil had managed to understand our needs and booked everything to suit us - not a shop or any crowds of tourists! Phil had given us a local cellphone which gave us confidence where ever we were and contacted us every day to check we were alright and happy with our travels. The country side we saw was breath taking and great to see places off the beaten track. I wish Where it All Began every success in the future - I would have no hesitation in recommending them to plan a holiday for me, my family and friends. Mary Wallis

I am not quite sure how I came across… I am not quite sure how I came across Philip of Where it all began(What great name for the company!) on my various excursions into the internet to put together a 50 wedding anniversary trip to Southern Namibia andS.A., but I am very pleased that I did. Philip with his extensive knowledge of travel around Southern Africa was only to pleased to provide me with with some great ideas for our special trip and provide prices for various aspects of the trip that were I believe extremely competitive. Nothing was too much for him and when he said he would get back to me thats exactly what happened. I would heartily recommend Philip and his company to anybody endeavouring to put together a personalised and bespoke trip to Southern Africa. From my personal experience you won't be disappointed!

Virtual personal travel guide , huge knowledge of SA created perfect bespoke holiday Phil worked with us and evolved a memorable holiday visiting special places ideally suited to our objectives. So many little things built huge confidence in the organisation. For example when we were met in Cape Town we were given a local cellphone , pre loaded with credit ( we had been told about the plan before we left ) . Everywhere we went Phil was just a call away if we wanted information , support or to alter plans. A bit like having a virtual guide travelling with us.I am sure that Where it All Began can create a perfect bespoke holiday to suit YOUR quirks too.