Maurice, Your Personal 24hrs Safari Consultant
Africa Safari Classics
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2008)
- Member Of:
- ATTA, ASTA, NTA & FTA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $250 to $450 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Marie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Planned an 8 day safari that far exceeded our expectations!
Unforgettable trip! Far exceeded my expectations! So glad I chose Africa Safari Classics to plan our trip. My mom has had a safari on her bucklist forever and we finally decided to go despite the current uncertainties with the pandemic. Glad we did. Went the last part of December 2021. My 72 year old mom, my college age son and 2 daughters in high school. Great trip for everyone in our eclectic group.
Went into the trip thinking we would see a lot of animals but not everything. I was hoping for a cheetah or a leopard. We saw EVERYTHING! Saw all the big 5, cheetahs, hippos, etc! Not only that we saw it all very close. Saw lionesses with their cubs eating a zebra, a leopard with its kill in a tree, and so much more! I was worried that my camera would not be powerful enought to get the photos I wanted. So it was so awesome to see everything so close! The pictures my kids got on their phones were amazing because our drivers got us right up to the animals.
Highlights included:
Seeing all the animals so close!
Night game drive.
Hot air balloon ride during sunrise over the Mara.
Also recommend going to different parks/conservancies. Loved Amboseli, Mara, and Eagle View (Naboisho Conservancy). Glad we didn't spend the whole time at only one national park.
Our guides were wonderful! Tony was our guide for the majority of the trip. He has been a guide for 15+ years and was great! My mom said she appreciated his patience answering all her questions and we never felt rushed.
Maurice did a great job planning it all out for us. I just emailed him with my list of what we wanted to see and do and I let him plan it since he knew what would be best for that time of year.
Can't say enough about how much I would recommend going with Africa Safari Classics.
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Email Tony C | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Maurice was responsive, thorough and competent, and booked an exceptional safari trip for us.
We recently completed a 10 day safari adventure with Africa Safari Classics. It was one of the best travel experiences I have ever enjoyed. Maurice was extremely responsive and promptly and thoroughly answered all of my questions and e-mails. He reviewed options with me, and assured he booked us in the accommodations we desired. Maurice coordinated our pick up at the airport, and all of our guides and transfers for the entire trip. Peter and Levi were awesome as our guides, and our tent rooms at Satao Elerai and Mahali Mzuri were incredible. We felt safe and well cared for the entire trip. I would highly recommend Maurice and his staff for your safari planning, he provided the trip of a lifetime.
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Email Patrick | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience of a Lifetime
Our safari in Kenya was the trip of a lifetime! Our guide, Tony, was incredible - he went above and beyond to make sure we saw the Big Five multiple times along with many other animals and birds. He was also an excellent driver and extremely knowledgeable about the parks. We did the 5 day safari with Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara. We highly recommend staying at The Ark Lodge right next to the watering hole and splurging on the optional hot air balloon safari - those were our two favorite experiences. Africa Safari Classics was very responsive through the planning process too even when we needed to move the trip multiple times for COVID. We also upgraded to the Land Cruiser vehicle which was comfortable on the bumpy roads and easy to see everything from when standing on game drives. Our only thing we would change - we stopped at a lot of tourist trap "gift shops" where there was a lot of pressure to buy crafts at lofty prices. Other stops to use the bathrooms would have been ideal.
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Email Frances W | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Organized, caring, detail oriented, fantastic, enthusiastic, connected just sensational!
This was a trip of a lifetime! We felt spoiled rotten with the customer care we received from Africa Safari Classics. Maurice planned and executed our itinerary with excellence. We had local guides that helped us with flights, transfers, hotel/camp check ins, tours, and anything we needed so we never felt like we had to know everything. So nice!!
The safari guides knew everything about anything we asked - the animals (SO MANY!), topography, the local people,, geography, schools, you name it.
They found all the animals we wanted to see and more - so many birds and trees to learn about too. We were blown away by their knowledge.
We visited Kenya Amboseli (visited a local village which was so moving) and Maasai Mara (do the hot air balloon!) then flew to Rwanda and did gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park and visited the genocide museum. The country is so beautiful and clean. The people are proud they have healed from past horrors. Everywhere we went the people were so happy.
Tanzania was our final stop where we visited the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Parks.
We loved the difference this country offered from the other two. Maurice checked in with us daily to make sure all our needs were met. He chose a variety of accommodations so we could have different experiences in lodgings. They were all AMAZING!
Thank you Maurice to you and your team of drivers and safari guides! We could not have asked for a more perfect trip!! VERY happy we chose you!
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Email Reuben | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great 25 days in East Africa (Uganda, Kenya & Tanzania)
As a photography enthusiast, I wanted to find a company who can work with me to tailor made an itinerary that is suitable for my needs. I was happy that I was able to work with Africa Safari Classics who tailor made an itinerary for me to explore and photograph Uganda, Kenya & Tanzania. I was happy with the communication from the start with the Sales Director Maurice who was professional, friendly and timely in all his communications. We just concluded our 25 day safari excursion and was totally happy with it. It was smooth when we move from one country to another and Africa Safari Classics was able to coordinate all transfers, lodges and game drives to meet our needs. All lodges were excellent except for two that were Eco Lodges that we were not aware of. But Maurice was there to fix those small issues that we experienced through his partners and overall we had an excellent experience.
The food was great, logistics were carried out with details and the game drives were excellent. The guides knew their parks inside out which is very important in any safaris. As a photographer I was able to capture some amazing images and you can check them out at Images by Reuben (On IG, FB and website).
Gorilla trekking in Uganda was a mind blowing experience for us. We selected the parks based on our needs and Amboseli and Serengeti never disappointed us. Overall we loved our safari experience and want to thank Maurice and his team for a great itinerary and experience. All their guides did an excellent job with ethical guiding which is very important when you are in the wild.
This trip was originally booked for last year and due to Covid, we were able to postpone without any issues through Maurice. All our deposits were transferred to this year and all went without any hazzle.
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Email Carmen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extremely glad I choose to book this Safari
My lifelong dream was to come to Africa and see giraffes in the wild. As soon as I had the chance, I booked my trip to Kenya. Since everyone was telling me that Masai Mara was the best place in Kenya, I thought I would not take the risk and booked a proper experience with Africa Safari Classics. It was the best thing I could have done!
I had no problems, everything went smoothly, the camp they chose for us was absolutely perfect. Our safari guide was literally the first one for everything, and he was telling afterwards to all the other guides where to go to see lions or leopards.
We were also lucky to have perfect weather and lots of animals still in Mara, even though it was the end of the season. Also because it was low season we had almost a private camp, private drive games and even private plane because there were so few people in this period
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Email Shauna Ryder | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Maurice M Nzwii was wonderful, thoughtful, thorough and listen to what we wanted and delivered.
If you're looking for an incredible safari experience in Kenya, I highly recommend booking your trip through Africa Safari Classics, Maurice our travel agent was fabulous. He made sure all the places we stayed new it was our 25th wedding anniversary. They made each place stay so special. Our trip to Kenya, which included stays in Nairobi, Amboseli, Samburu, and Masa Mora and Diani Beach was nothing short of unforgettable.
Firstly, to Nairobi. The highlight of our trip was definitely visiting the Sheldricks Elephant Orphanage and witnessing the feeding of the adorable baby elephants. I also had an incredible experience at the Giraffe Center where I got the chance to feed these majestic creatures and learn so much about them from the knowledgeable guides. Another highlight was visiting the Kazuri Bead Factory where I learned about its inspiring mission to empower single women and observed the intricate process of bead-making.
Next off to Amboseli, we stayed at Tortilis Camp that overlooked the stunning Mount Kilimanjaro. The views from our room were breathtaking and the lodge was well-equipped with all the amenities we needed. The highlight of our time at Amboseli was getting up close and personal with the elephants during a game drives well as a pride of Lions with babies. We were able to watch them play and interact with each other in their natural habitat, which was a truly special experience. We also visited the local village of the Masa tribe. the people were so friendly and you could see the importance of community with in the village. It truly was inspiring.
Then to Sumburu, which was another amazing destination. We stayed at Samburu Saruni Villa. The scenery from our suite was breathtaking, with the mountains in the distance. During our game drives, we were able to spot a wide variety of animals, including zebras, giraffes, baboons and a three sibling cheetah eating a resent kill.
The last of our safari's we ended with Masa Mora. It was an absolute highlight of the trip. The Entim Mara is stunning and the staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating. We went on multiple game drives during our stay and were lucky enough to see a whole pride of lions with cubs, a herd of elephants with babies, hippo's, cheetah and hyenas to name a few. The food at Masa Mora was also exceptional, with a great variety of dishes that catered to all dietary needs.
Finally, we ended our trip at Diani Beach in Kenya. It was absolutely unforgettable! We stayed at the Almanara Resort, which was nothing short of breathtaking. The view from our room was simply stunning, with a picturesque view of the beach and the sound of the ocean providing the perfect backdrop for our stay. The accommodations were top-notch, with every detail thoughtfully considered - from the comfortable bed to the air conditioning that kept us cool while we herein the room. One of the highlights of our stay was spotting monkeys on the resort property. Overall, Diani Beach is the perfect destination for anyone looking to relax, unwind, and soak up the natural beauty of Kenya's stunning coastline. I highly recommend the Almanara Resort for anyone looking for a luxurious and unforgettable experience.
Overall, I highly recommend booking your trip to Kenya with Africa Safari Classics. The guides were knowledgeable and passionate about the wildlife, the accommodations were top-notch, and the overall experience was truly unforgettable. I can't wait to book another trip with them in the future!
Email Paul Cody | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The Holiday of a Lifetime -
What a fantastic time we had. It just couldn’t have been any better. I was lucky in that this was my 4th safari, but it was the best, by far.
Maurice did a brilliant job in the organisation and selection of game parks and game lodges each one was outstanding in its own right. The vehicle was comfortable and allowed great views as we travelled around. Our Driver/Guide, Tony, was amazing. His knowledge of the area and the wildlife allowed us to learn and enjoy at levels we hadn’t expected.
If your thinking of a Safari then based on my experience I’d say book with Africa Safari Classics, then make sure you get Maurice to plan it for you, and finally get Tony to drive and guide you around. You will have the holiday of a lifetime.
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Email Steve Z. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Kind, courteous, highly organized, personal touch.
This was my second experience using Africa Safari Classics. This time I traveled with my wife and in her words this "was the trip of a lifetime." The personal touch from owner Maurice along with his organizational skills was exactly what we were looking for and what we received. Our itinerary was logical and diverse and our guides were simply the best. The camps at the park sites we visited were at the highest standards with kind, courteous staff and top level dining. The safaris were personal and our guide was always there for us. With no guarantees on seeing any of the special animals, we managed to see them all. And all were up close and the no rush approach made for an extremely moving experience. We could not be more satisfied with Africa Safari Classics. I brought my teen daughter over in 2019 and now my wife in 2023. I hope to return again and without a doubt will utilize Maurice and his company.
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Email Antonio Silva | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Experienced, and an unbeatable quality/price ratio
Excellent operator led by Maurice, always available and with lots of experience in organizing Safaris! This is the fourth time you have organized a Safari for me and it keeps getting better. This time it was around Mount Kenya, passing through the Aberdares mountains where we stayed in the excellent lodge surrounded by animals, then the beautiful plains of the Samburu reserve, then the Meru national park of impressive beauty between the mountains with its fabulous rhinos, to finish at Ol pejeta conservancy where we easily saw the big 5, and we enjoyed ourselves at the Serena lodge admiring Mount Kenya! the car used was new and comfortable and our guide had a lot of experience and knowledge about wildlife
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