US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Disappointed with the Hwange Day Trip
I would not recommend the Hwange game-drive. It may be better at a different time of year or with a different guide. We did not mind the drive to Hwange from Victoria Falls. We had a very nice driver, but the guide that we had for the game drive was not very good and our vehicle was so noisy that we did not see much except for animals running away. All the animals that we did see were from a distance. It was suppose to be a full day game drive, but it basically ended at lunch time. At lunch time, we drove a long distance (at a very fast rate of speed over a very bumpy road) to the Kennedy Picnic Site. Once there we had lunch while fighting off the many bees and trying to keep them out of our drinks. After lunch, we got back in our game drive vehicle and headed out. We were thinking that we would be seeing more game, but again we drove a very long distance at a fast rate of speed and found ourselves back at the main camp and our game drive was over. Very disappointing.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Arusha National Park and Mt. Kilimanjaro area trip
They have arranged both the trips as per our convenience. They provided experienced and knowledgable guides and driver that made our trip very enjoyable. The guides were proficient in English and they made the trip more interesting explaining local history. I intend to recommend them to my friends.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Utterly Unforgetable Trip
We completed the 3 day Kruger Park Safari two weeks ago, and I'm pleased to say that it exceeded our expectations in every way! Everything was so well organised and planned, right from the original booking process all through to being dropped off back at departures at Johannesburg airport in plenty of time for our flight. The instructions were very clear and the itinerary was very accurate - we were picked up by the comfortable, air-conditioned minibus almost the second we stepped out of arrivals! We hadn't expected a private safari - just us and our guide in the minibus for the entire 3 days - so that was a fantastic bonus and enabled us to have a more personalised tour, to stop for as long or little as we wanted and to ask all the questions we could think up.
Our incredible, knowledgable guide Clive made the trip for us. His facts and stories about Kruger and South Africa in general kept us entertained for the entire weekend, especially on the long drive to Kruger from Johannesburg. We could not have asked for a better guide. He went out of his way to ensure that the trip was as special for us as possible - from making sure that we saw all of the big 5 (including 3 leopards!) and much more, to serving us tea, coffee and rusks at 5.45am before our morning drives! The highlight of the trip for us was seeing a cheetah - rare as there are less than 100 in the park!
Everything about the trip was perfect for us, and definitely worth every penny and more. For two night's accommodation in an ensuite chalet, two dinners and two breakfasts, transfers to and from Jo'burg, not to mention the game drives themselves, the value was incredible!
We are so grateful to Clive for everything he did to make our trip so unforgettable, we would go back in a heartbeat.
TR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
7 Days Masai Mara-Serengeti-Ngorongoro Tour
We just finished our 7 days trip with Edward.. Eating dinner in Carnivore Restaurant till our flight..
Everything was well organized by Edward and his staff.. Never delayed, no problems.. Food and camps were nice for a budget trip.. Thanks for everything.. Btw we saw the migration and the big 5!!! And a lot more.. Listen Toto-Africa on the top of Ngorongoro under the stars for us..
US
50-65 years of age
Still Smiling!
There were four people in our group. My husband and I and also our adult son and a friend. Our son planned the entire adventure with the expert help at Gorilla Trek Africa. Upon arrival at the airport in Rwanda we were greeted by our tour guide Eric and he took excellent care of us from start to finish. He is very kind and knowledgeable and enjoyable to be around. Our tour began with highlights of the city and then a visit to the Genocide Museum which we all feel was a very emotional but highly important and part of our experience that had an impact that we will never forget. The drive to our destination was very beautiful with many people out of the streets in colorful clothing (it was a Sunday) and many carrying items on their heads or pushing huge bags of potatoes up hill on bicycles. It was amazing. The scenery was breathtaking and all the while Eric was answering all of our questions and sharing his knowledge of the people and the places which we found to be invaluable. We stopped to buy fresh bananas too so that was fun and delicious. The hotel and food that was part of our adventure was very good and everyone we met was very helpful and accommodating. Eric took us to a cultural center where we had so much fun enjoying some of the reenactments of the culture and ceremonies of the past. It was an entertaining and interactive experience. On our second day we went on our Gorilla Trek. There are no adequate words to describe even one aspect of this experience. To begin with you are immersed in environments that are truly breathtaking with bamboo forests and jungles and lush hillsides with volcano backdrops. Our porters, our guides, the gorilla trackers, the environment, and then, of course, The Gorillas will always be held close in our fondest memories of this once in a lifetime adventure. My son was nudged by a silverback and I was brushed by a smaller gorilla. We saw mama gorillas with their babies and playful young gorillas. I think there were 19 gorillas in the family we had the ultimate pleasure of enjoying for an hour after finding them. Our gorillas took us on an adventure as they went off trail and we followed with lots of help from the trackers who managed to cut and hold over vines to allow us through some of the most amazing foliage you could imagine. The gorillas were so awesome and captivating and the wonder and adrenaline of being in their presence didn't allow for fear. We had complete confidence in our guides and trackers and they had prepared us well for what to do while spending time with the gorillas. We all feel like this was an adventure of a life-time and we will recommend Gorilla Trek Africa to everyone we know.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic Experience with Makasa Safari
We have just returned from an 8 day Safari in Tanzania which was arranged by Makasa Tanzania. The trip was absolutely everything we imagined and then some. Our guide, King, was an excellent guide; full of knowledge on both the animals and local area as well as great at spotting the more obscure animals. We even saw a puff adder which our son still believes was the highlight of the trip. Selma did a great job of planning our lodges and communicating with me about logistics. We highly recommend booking your safari with Makasa!!
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic Safari
Along with 5 other friends habbiamofatto qiesta wonderful experience. The team that brought us into the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area was up to the task. We were welcomed as true friends and after some time we feel almost daily to know their new adventures. What can I say really good. Our Rodrick driver sent us immediately safe driving and nell'eperienza telling anecdotes and every animal we met knew to give an understanding that we did not know. great thanks
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
It provided a snapshot of the best Ethiopia offers in respect of scenery, wildlife and culture.
The staff were warm and guides in particular were knowledgeable and professional. The facilities were comfortable and the experience, overall, was exceptional to the extent that I do not hesitate to recommend Horizon to anyone who looks to savor an authentic frontier and be guaranteed that promises are delivered to the fullest. Certainly my memories of the tour is a lasting one.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great, perfect for travel.
This is my first visit to Kenya. I was very lucky to choose the Absolute Holiday Safaris. Entire itinerary was very reasonable and easy. The most commendable is that our guide is very professional, and work very hard. Safaris in time, our guide always rushed to the front than any other company drivers, so shoot animals visitors from all angles. I come from China, English is not good, guide their best to make me understand what he was saying. Sincerely recommend to you, choose Absolute Holiday Safaris will not make you regret it.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari tour with a reliable and experienced partner
We had a wonderful 6 day safari with Lasi Tours this June 2016, booked from Germany directly. Manager David was very nice, professional and flexible. Our driver Nael Juma was an excellent choice. Thanks to his great experience in the parks we were able to have a close look at the full BIG5 of animals plus many more. Thank you very much.