Clive and Claire Jones, Owners Firefinch Safaris
Firefinch Safaris & Car Hire
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2022)
- Member Of:
- Namibia Tourism Board & Tour & Safari Association of Namibia
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $3,875 to $12,917 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Email David Grant | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We arranged our trip with Firefinch Safaris and found their services to be highly professional.
We booked our 15 day Victoria Falls and Namibia safari with Firefinch Safaris and found the experience exceptionally well organised from start to finish. From initial planning to our return home, every detail was handled professionally by Michelle, giving us complete confidence throughout the journey.
Beginning at Victoria Falls, we enjoyed a helicopter flight, guided walks, and a sunset cruise on the Zambezi before travelling through Botswana and Namibia. Highlights included boat safaris on the Chobe River, game drives in Chobe National Park and Etosha, and stays at a range of superb lodges set in spectacular locations along the Okavango River and across Namibia’s wilderness.
Once we began the self drive portion of the safari, Firefinch’s comprehensive documentation proved invaluable, providing clear directions, accommodation details, and practical guidance for each stage of the journey. Despite travelling independently through remote regions, everything ran seamlessly.
The accommodation was consistently of a high standard, wildlife sightings were outstanding, and the warmth and hospitality of the Namibian people left a lasting impression. This safari represented excellent value for money, and we would not hesitate to recommend Firefinch Safaris to anyone seeking a professionally planned African adventure.
PT
Email Paula | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
One dream adventure
We were a group of 6 friends. Everything was wonderfully prepared and organized
We live in Portugal, very far away and firefinch safaris took very good care of us.
Service, reliability , the tour itself. All great
NZ
Email Laura | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing! So helpful and thoughtful, we were totally blown away
We had the most amazing experience. The accommodation was above expectations and Michelle went above for us. Every transfer and movement was ready and waiting for us. The plan was very easy to use and informative. Would totally recommend to others seeking easy travel through Africa. Thank you!
IT
Email Adriana | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
very professional
We organized the trip with Mr. Clive, who immediately proved very attentive to our needs and created the tour based on our preferences, giving us excellent advice.
There were four of us, and everything went very well.
The accommodations and vehicle were perfect.
So, I'd say it was an excellent experience.
Email Erin A. | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had a great time. The guide was knowledgeable, helpful and generous with his information.
We had a great time on safari with the private guide arranged by Firefinch. Firefinch was professional, made everything easy and was flexible when I messed up my flights. We enjoyed the experience so much. It was important for us to use a local operator that booked with local guides and vendors in Namibia. We also appreciated that in a less busy season, we were able to see so many animals and have an authentic time in Namibia.
Email Chantelle | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Namibia Self-Drive with Brilliant Guide Support from Firefinch!
We booked an 11-day/10-night self-drive camping trip across Namibia with Firefinch Safaris & Car Hire and it exceeded every expectation.
From the moment we landed, everything was seamless: we were collected at the airport and taken to Bluu Car Hire where the team handed over our fully equipped Toyota Hilux 4x4 – rooftop tents, fridge, complete camping kit – all spotless and perfectly prepared. When the fridge stopped working at Spitzkoppe, the team drove out the same day to fix it on the spot. That level of service is unheard of – absolutely amazing!
At Urban Camp we were met by the wonderful Gesa, who gave us a thorough briefing, fantastic driving tips, hidden-gem recommendations and made us feel completely looked after from day one. She stayed in touch every single day via WhatsApp – quick replies, extra suggestions, and genuine care that made the whole trip stress-free. Thank you, Gesa – you’re a total star!
The itinerary was flawless:
Urban Camp (Windhoek) → Otjiwa Eagle’s Rest → Onguma Tamboti (loved the pool after Etosha game drives!) → Okaukuejo → Spitzkoppe (magical – a grown-up playground among the boulders, wish we’d stayed longer) → Alte Brücke Swakopmund → Sossus Oasis (perfect base for early dune climbs) → Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch (red dunes, cheetah sightings, horses wandering through camp and the best dinner of the trip!).
Every campsite was excellent, bookings were perfect, and the route flowed beautifully.
Firefinch’s flexibility, top-quality vehicle, brilliant accommodation choices and – above all – Clive and Gesa’s outstanding guidance and constant care made this the smoothest, most enjoyable self-drive we’ve ever done. Huge value for money and genuinely personal service. We can’t thank Clive, Gesa and the whole Firefinch team enough. If you want a stress-free Namibia adventure with expert backup whenever you need it, book with them. You’ll love every second!
NO
Email Bjørk & Åsmund | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Firefinch Safaris organized our dream holiday!
We contacted Firefinch Safaris only a few weeks before we intended to travel to Namibia. In only a short amount of times they organized a fantastic trip for us.
We had contact with Michelle and she was suberb! She answered quickly, new the best places to stay and tailored the trip after our wishes. She met us when we arrived and gave us all the information we needed to know. Michelle was also available during the whole trip and booked us additional activities and answered any questions we might have had.
Getting help from Firefinch Safaris was great value for money!
Email Helen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best tour operator I’ve worked with in Namibia
I’ve worked with Clive and his tour company since 2017. I am frequently in Namibia for travel (both professional and pleasure). Clive and Firefinch have gone above and beyond so many times I can’t imagine booking or working with anyone else. I’ve also had 3 separate groups come to Namibia on short and long holidays, and I worked with Firefinch for all those trips as well. The entire team is thoughtful, kind, and responsive, and patient. They really listen to the clients and help create productive and meaningful experiences in Namibia. I couldn’t recommend a company more.
CZ
Email Christo | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable experience, everything organized impeccably to the smallest detail!
This is the second time I work with Clive from Firefinch. First we have been a group of 10 cars adventuring in Namibia, traveling without my family.
The second time I trusted again Clive to organize my trip to Namibia, this time accompanied by my wife and teenage daughters and another car with friends family. Once again trip was organized impeccably by Clive to the smallest detail, which was very important. We are from Europe and it was first time for my family visiting Africa, so I wanted to make sure that my family experiences the greatness of Namibia the way i did it in my first visit. Again no one was disappointed
AE
Email Ailsa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Well organised tour and fabulous safaris
Excellent service leading up to the tour from Michelle, always answering queries and sorting any issues we had on our side. Manfred expertly led our private tour from start to finish, very polite, fun and flexible. Although it was a lot more driving than we are used to we did see a lot of the beautiful country, learnt a lot about the Flora & Fauna and local tribes and culture. The safaris did not disappoint and even on the outside roads Manfred spotted an array of wildlife for us. Also the accommodation and food were brilliant throughout, even for 2 pescatarians. Would highly recommend.