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No better way to see the best of the Top End

There is no better way to see the very best of the Top End than with Lords. We toured West Arnhem Land and Kakadu with Sab and Dean, both of whom are great company and very attentive hosts. We could not have accessed the remote and wonder places we experienced without them.

The entire trip was outstanding and I've returned home with wonderful memories and a deeper understanding of our beautiful land.
Thank you!!

Laura R – Brisbane, September 2021

Excellent service, the team are the best!

Chris Ramsey – September 2021

Six stars! The only Kakadu tour you need to take.

We (two Sydney families with four adults and three tweens) have just returned from the most amazing four-day/three-night tour with our guide Dean in Kakadu and Arnhem Land.

Crocs, wetland scenery, bird-watching, art, Aboriginal guides, didgeridoos, sunsets, swimming - this tour was everything we could have dreamed of and more.

Dean has ten years of experience in the area and is a wealth of knowledge about the land, the wildlife, and the people. He and Sab (whom we also had the pleasure of meeting) have strong connections with the Aboriginal community and are very highly regarded in the industry. Dean has a great sense of humour and was extremely patient with our kids. He is the best guide I have ever met. He also didn’t miss a beat with my blind husband, guiding him along some tricky paths with ease.

The private camp at Kakadu is outstanding. Shelly was like an old friend and looked after our every need while Dean cooked up delicious meals which we enjoyed in the dining tent. Speaking of tents, our accommodation at both sites was superb. Bamurru, our home for the final night, defies description and must be experienced to be believed. It is truly bucket list worthy.

I cannot recommend Lords Safaris highly enough. It was a big financial commitment for us, but it was worth every cent. Save yourself some valuable research time and book a tour with Lords right now. (You can thank me later!)

Renee F – Sydney, July 2019

Ten years ago my family (my wife and I, plus 5 children aged 7 to 17) spent 6 days with Sab Lord enjoying the wonders of Kakadu and the surrounding region. We loved the wildlife, the beautiful scenery and the food (Sab is a mean camp chef). But most of all we loved hearing about the people and the culture of the land. Sab's unique upbringing and relationships with the Aboriginal people meant that the complexities of the local culture were slowly revealed as we chatted with this master raconteur.

In 2019 we returned to the Top End, this time heading to the Kimberleys with Sab and and his colleague Dean. There was no way any of our young people were going to miss out on this trip and our numbers were swollen by the addition of a daughter-in-law. The distances are not for the faint-hearted (or for the "are-we-there-yet" brigade) but the terrain is beautiful in its rugged enormity and the water-courses are oases to die for....Sab's tales of the unexpected and Dean's languid humour meant that the miles flew by as we drove from one beauty spot to another. The food was as plentiful and delicious and the beers were as cold as they were 10 years previously, but we might have drunk a few more than last time.....

Simon, Rachel, Tom, Fliss, Jonny, Alexander, Anna, and Josh

THE PILCHER FAMILY – UK, May 2020

Our trip to Kakadu and Arnhem Land last August was the highlight of our travels last year, not just for me but the whole family.   We covered a lot of ground (and water), saw amazing wildlife, magnificent wilderness and stayed in some stunning places. Many memories, but two things stand out.   Visiting remote untouched ancient aboriginal caves was an extraordinary experience and meeting local people who remain connected with this culture was an insight I suspect available to only a very few. Sitting under a rock overhang covered in paintings stretching back thousands of years, listening to the description of the spiritual connection between the living and long dead ancestors, whilst staring out at a landscape that can’t have changed much in all that time, was a deeply memorable experience.   The other standout was spending those 6 days with you as our guide. The knowledge, the stories (bull catching a personal favourite), the humour, the banter (our youngest daughter who is 19 and full of opinions remembers it well and fondly), chats deep into the night round an open fire - it would not have been the same without Sab Lord at the helm.   I don’t imagine we’ll ever forget it.

ANGUS JOHNSTON – UK, August 2019

I’m writing this email to thank you once again for the unforgettable moments we’ve had with you in Kakadu and Arnhemland. This was certainly one of the highlights of our trip in your wonderful country of Australia!!! William and John are still talking about all the stories you’ve told us!!! As soon as the pictures are ready we’ll send some to you. We wish you all the best, and please, take care of your wonderful country!!!

Kind regards,

Bruno, Vanessa, William and John Vande Vyvere

BRUNO VANDE VYVERE – BELGIUM, July 2019

The company to tour the top end with if you want the best.

We have just returned from a 5 day, 4 night all inclusive trip[ with Lord's Safaris. The cost was top dollar but as usual you get what you pay for and we could not fault the experience.

Tour guide Dean certainly knew his way around Arnhemland and Kakadu.

He has a great knowledge of the indigenous people as well as plants and wildlife from the region. Our small tour group of 4 people certainly benefited from his 10 years with Lords and a total of 20 years guiding in the area.

Two nights in Arnhemland at Davidsons Safaris were also part of the great experience.

Phil N – Cootamundra , June 2019

We have done two trips with Sab Lord and Lords Safaris and it's really hard to put into words what an amazing experience both the adventures were. The scenery, the wildlife, the natural beauty and just the sheer remoteness of where Sab takes you just leaves you wanting more. Sab takes you to unique places and his knowledge about the area just magnifies the experience. He is a wonderful host and introduces you to some amazing people. When we went with the whole family and everyone loved it. Last year for our second trip, Jen and I went by ourselves, and it was equally fabulous. All I can say is we will be back.

JEN & JONATHAN COLE – SYDNEY, 2019

Sab and Ann Maree, we had an absolutely fantastic trip! As you know, the places we went were very beautiful in a unique and intriguing way, very different from anywhere we have been before. We especially loved the way in which the places were bound to the spiritual life and history of the aboriginal people. The wildlife from the obvious, like the Crocs and Wallabies, to the subtle like the birds and Leichart Grasshopper were great as were the trees and plants.

The accommodations you arranged worked out very well. Cicada Lodge and especially Davidson’s were the standouts but Cooinda also was quite acceptable. Our stop at Injalak and our walk with Gabriella were very special and gave us very unique insight into the culture and traits of the people living in this area.

Last but not least, Dean was fantastic! We have travelled with guides in many parts of the world and he rates way at the top of the list. He was very knowledgeable about the geology, history, wildlife, plant life and culture of the people in all of the places we went. My wife Karen is just recovering from several months of a knee injury and he was extremely conscientious about helping her with her footing on our walks. He was very courteous, paid great attention to details and he was just a really great guy who added enormously to our experience. Don’t let him get away from Lord’s!

Thank you guys for arranging a true adventure that will be remembered as one of the most incredible experiences we have had.

Best Regards, Gene

GENE – USA, May 2018

My family and I have done two tours with Sab Lord and both were excellent. As a tour leader, Sab combines many important skills. He has a great knowledge of the area, the plants, animals and birds, the aboriginal traditions and art sites and he provides outstanding food. His camping equipment is of high quality and his permanent camp site in Kakadu is very comfortable. Another important quality is that he is very attentive to the needs of his guests. Personally I love his dry sense of humour and the way he interacts with the local indigenous people. Highly recommended.

IAN YOUNG – Canberra, August 2016

Hi Dean, Sab, and Ann-Maree,

Thank you all for such a wonderful holiday!

It was the best family holiday we have been on, and such a great opportunity to explore parts of Australia we have never seen. I haven't been able to stop thinking about Arnhemland in particular.

Dean, thank you especially for being so great (and patient!) with our kids. They had a fabulous time and are still talking about it. Henry is still showing off his quartz collection to anyone who will listen!

We will certainly be recommending your tours.

Kind regards,

SUZANNE – August 2016

Dear Ann-Maree and Sab,

We're finally back at home in Wangaratta, and my sister and her family have now left for the UK after a real experience over here.

Before I get caught up in the day to day stuff again, I just wanted to say a really big 'thank you' to you both and Dean for such a fantastic time on our Kakadu adventure! No surprise the place has world heritage status and we obviously only scratched the surface in our short time there, but we loved the schedule you arranged for us and it was definitely the highlight of the Australian holiday for my sister, Simon and the girls. It will be something Izzy and Grace will always remember, and the same goes for Lucinda, Simon, Jim and me!

We all felt very confident and comfortable leaving everything in Sab and Dean's capable hands. The Dutch family sharing the campsite with us were lovely, and Lucinda and Simon have exchanged contact info with them. Loved Sab and Dean's company too, and thanks for taking such good care of us all - great food (including the best damper!) and relaxing evenings by the campfire!!

What a pleasure it was to travel with Dean, who knew the environment so well. His local knowledge gave us a much better understanding of the place and its Aboriginal heritage. It was great to find out more about Sab's obvious connection with Kakadu and its people too - what a special gift! We're already looking forward to coming up to NT again, and obviously we'll be recommending Lord's Safaris to anyone we know who's heading your way!

Thanks again,

SALLY & JIM – August 2016

Dear Sab & Ann-Maree,

On behalf of the whole family, we would like to thank both of you for the most amazing trip. We can't stop talking about our adventures & the wonderful time we spent with Sab. We would love to come back in the future and do more. We feel like we now have new friends in Australia 🙂

Sab, thank you again. You took such great care of us and showed us things we would never have had the opportunity to have seen or experienced. We will always treasure the time. In particular, Arnhemland was so very special. We feel very honored & privileged to have gone there & seen the beautiful, ancient rock art on Injalak Hill. It was incredible. Our time in NT really gave us a sense of perspective of our place in the world & how vast, beautiful, and precious our earth is.

Sincerely,

DIDI – Seattle, USA, July 2016

Dear Sab and Ann-Maree,

Thanks to you both for organising such a marvelous trip and taking care of us . It’s been a lot more than a holiday, more of a huge experience on many levels.

It’s been strange coming home after such an amazing adventure. Nothing seems quite as much fun as waking up in the bush and heading off for another day of learning and exploring. We had the best time.

Bye for now guys,

KATHY

Sab,

Thanks for an unforgettable 5 days - the Arnhemland & Kakadu - amazing scenery, wildlife, geology and culture - all shared with us in such a fantastic way - your hospitality and welcome are what made all this possible - and we are hugely grateful... we need a couple of days rest now before Bernard's party - from which, if you listen carefully, you'll probably hear the singing on Saturday!!

You now have my email - so do keep in touch - you'd be most welcome with us in Europe when you travel that way - perhaps I can show you some subsidised agriculture!!

I hope we can arrange another safari with you in the next couple of years... Also please thank Annmaree for her amazing support behind the scenes - we know how much that matters too...

We loved the dinner last night - great food and a couple of glasses too!

Good luck with the Rugby!!

All the best to you and AM from us both:

TOM & CORALIE – September 2015

Sab,

Just wanted to write a note to say many thanks for taking us out to Kakadu for the night. You might take it for granted as you live within that country and people, but for me it is one of the few places that feels like real Australia. Majestic, harsh, dangerous, and beautiful.

We really enjoyed meeting you too. Your stories, honesty and knowledge were really appreciated and whilst it was just too short a trip it was nevertheless good for the soul.

I will look forward to catching up along the way within rugby or back at the top end. If I am able to do anything please let me know, will be recommending your safari’s to any that care to listen down my way.

Cheers,

ROFFY – Canberra, 2015