Uyaphi.Com reservations manager Nicky walked away with a 1.0 carat Botswana diamond at Indaba 2010. The award was presented by Karibu Safari Botswana in their international sales incentive competition for the year's best individual salesperson based on the number of confirmed bookings, pax travelling and the total value of sales.
Nicky, Cape Town born and bred, has worked at Uyaphi.Com since 2005. She specialises in the company's Botswana and East Africa offerings and has seen consistent growth in sales year on year. This past year has seen exceptional performance despite the global recession. The award is fitting recognition for the high standard of service and attention to detail enjoyed by her clients.
The diamond was acquired by Karibu Safaris from the Debswana private collection. Karibu took advantage of the slump in the Botswana diamond industry to acquire the gems for their incentive competition.
Uyaphi.Com is a fully internet-based travel broker. Reservations are managed through the company's in-house CRM system: BestQuest. This system has recently received a major upgrade to improve the automated backend support, from client enquiry right through to booking confirmation. BestQuest utilises the power of internet functionality to produce a streamlined system optimising the company's 18 years of experience in the industry and a never-ending wish-list from both the sales and admin team. BestQuest has become an invaluable part of the Uyaphi sales team's continued success.
Uyaphi.Com prides itself in the depth of product knowledge it can offer clients. A high proportion of staff members have extensive experience in the field, and there is a strong ethos of information sharing within the company to ensure that all consultants have a pool of detailed, practical information to draw on. As a result, the company excels in tailor-made travel packages that suit the individual requirements of each client.
BestQuest's computer power supplements Uyaphi.com, the company's flagship website and a family of sister sites that have grown steadily over the past decade. Uyaphi.com currently offers over 4,000 pages approaching the African travel products from every angle. These have garnered enquiries from over 60 different countries in the last month alone.
Uyaphi.Com Leads In Botswana
Vumbura Plains Camp
Vumbura Plains Camp, featuring 14 luxurious safari tents, is perfectly situated within the breathtaking Vumbura Plains Reserve. Spanning an impressive 130,000 acres of pristine wildlife terrain, this exclusive destination offers an intimate safari experience for a fortunate few.
Guests can immerse themselves in nature through exciting game drives or serene water-based safaris, enjoying the chance to spot a variety of wildlife and stunning landscapes in one of Africa's most remarkable wilderness areas.
Okavango Explorers Camp
Set in Botswana's wilderness, Okavango Explorers Camp brings the spirit of 1920s safari exploration to life. Located in the Okavango Delta, this exclusive camp offers a blend of adventure, tranquillity, and intimacy.
Whether you're seeking thrilling wildlife encounters or peaceful moments in nature, the camp provides an authentic connection to Africa's extraordinary landscapes.
Sable Alley
Sable Alley is an exclusive safari camp in Botswana's Khwai Area, offering world-class wildlife and birdlife viewing opportunities.
Guests can take advantage of day and evening game drives, as well as dugout canoe and game walk safaris.
Sable Alley has 12 luxurious tented suites and rooms, including a honeymoon suite for couples looking for a romantic getaway, and all rooms feature en-suite bathrooms with both indoor and outdoor shower options.
For those wanting to immerse themselves in nature truly, guided game walks along the banks of the Khwai River offer an unforgettable Botswana safari experience.
Machaba Camp
Machaba Camp is a classic safari camp in the Khwai Private Reserve, just north of Botswana's famous Moremi Game Reserve. Spanning 35,000 hectares of pristine wildlife habitat, Machaba offers a unique and unforgettable experience.
Guests can enjoy game drives, mokoro adventures on the Khwai River, and walking safaris to spot Africa's iconic wildlife, including lions, leopards, wild dogs, cheetahs, buffalo, and elephants. Wildlife and birdlife can also be viewed without leaving the camp.
Xigera Safari Lodge
Xigera Safari Lodge, with twelve luxury safari suites in this wildlife reserve like no other, offers activities including walking safaris, Moremi mokoro trips, game drives and powerboat outings in total and utter privacy.
Xigera in the Moremi Game Reserve offers visitors the absolute in luxury, service and game viewing activities, one of the best in Botswana's Okavango Delta.
Camp Linyanti
Camp Linyanti is purely for those with a passion for experiencing the wilds of Africa; this is a camp that is more about the quality of guiding, wildlife and birdlife over luxury accommodation.
Camp Linyanti offers up exceptional game drives and wildlife safaris.
Selinda Suite
The Selinda Suite is a haven of exclusivity and elegance in Botswana's Selinda Reserve. Perfect for those seeking privacy, this luxurious two-bedroom retreat offers a truly personalised experience.
With a spacious layout, refined decor, and dedicated staff—including a private guide, vehicle, chef, and butler—your stay is tailored for comfort and convenience at every step.
Chobe Elephant Camp
Chobe Elephant Camp offers breathtaking views overlooking the iconic Chobe River and its surrounding floodplains, which are teeming with the diverse wildlife and birdlife that make the Chobe National Park so renowned.
Whether you're embarking on thrilling game drives, enjoying the tranquil sunsets, or indulging in the warm hospitality, Chobe Elephant Camp is the ideal destination for an unforgettable African safari in Botswana.