DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable holiday arranged by the Happines Team who take the name literally
It started not only in Africa but the excellent service started already from the first e-mail contact in advance until the end of our tour. The offer was transparent and we liked the kind of clear choices in all price groups and comfort levels, to add a day or to leave a point which we did not want. All the Happiness-Team always answered quickly and were very helpful in case of modi-fications. At the end it is really a very individual trip only with things we liked.
Allen, our driver guide did a great job during all the tour. He drove us always safely although the car was a bit older and did have some little defects. Moreover he fine-tuned our time table perfectly when we had to manage farer distances. He could even appreciative manage a change of camps on the spot from north Serengeti to Central Serengeti which was really recommendable for us and especially for him as our driver, as it would have been a very hard and long drive from North Serengeti to Ngorongoro crater at once. We originally planned 3 full days in the north Serengeti to have a good chance to see the river crossing of the migration but had the luck to see it 3 times at the first two days already! It was incredible but was not necessary to see it a third day... So we stayed another night in the central Serengeti instead of in the north. He lead us also to the rhino, leopard all the Big Five and Ugly Five and many more. Each day there was another special situation where we could observe many animals like bathing elefants, eating chakals or hyenas, fighting vultures, lions in the shadow of other jeeps etc. It was in overall a very impressive trip and we passionate photographers could took lots of amazing and incredible photos.
The lodges we have chosen of your recommendations were all very cozy and comfortable, the personal absolutely friendly and helpful to feel like home. It is unbelievable to find such in the wilderness.
We are also happy to have concluded our trip with Lake Natron and Ngare Sero Camp. It was very special to experience this camp at “nowhere” and the walk to the flamingos. Awesome nature with the Lengai volcano in the back.
It was a unique and unforgettable experience in Tanzania.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience!
We booked our Chobe Safari through Indigo and were very impressed with the service. Chris communicated very well during the planning process. As we got closer to the Safari date we had to make a last minute change to delay our departure and Chris was able to help us adjust our safari with the tour company, Kalahari. We were able to extend in Livingston an extra day and were able to swim in "Devil's Pool" as a result. The Chobe Safari turned out to be excellent with a really good guide that found us lots of wildlife and really comfortable camping arrangements. Highly recommended!!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous experience!
My husband and I stayed at Zanzibar via Siafu for our honeymoon. After beach holiday we spent 5 nights on a safari. Neither of us had previously safari experience. We visited Serengeti National Park and stayed Kati Kati Tented Camp. This was one of the best vacations we-ve taken. A special mention and thanks has to go to our guide Emmanuel. He was amazing! He taught us a lot about the animals and always put us in the right position for the best shots. The entire staff team was great! We have enjoyd our time in Tansania very much! We recommend Siafu safari operator and Tanzania to anyone! Good people and nice country!
Stayed August 2016. Travelled as a couple.
Triin and Edward
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
I told Donatus, you should call it "OMG Safari Unlimited" it was all so excellent!
Donatus and his three driver/safari guides were awesome...way beyond my expectations. Their knowledge of Africa, Tanzanian history, geology, animal and bird identification, plants, all were excellent. Their English, better then my own sometimes, and their patience to answer our many questions, requests to stop to view something, all wonderful. But most important was the familiarity that Donatus and his drivers have with the customs, politics, and the educational system (he is a board member of a local secondary school we visited as well as a supporter of an orphanage that we also visited).
He took us on many side trips: to the market to buy a custom made shirt from a local seamstress who did not speak English but whom we still could communicate our wishes with his help; and to a special arts and crafts workshop called Shangwa, where all of the excellent and reasonably priced items were made by people with disabilities.
With Donatus and crew we never had any reason to worry, to be cautious, or to wonder if we were not being treated fairly, with respect and honesty. All the lodges we stayed at were excellent, whether in the city or at the Safari tent camp. Some even had pools. Donatus has connections, and he valued our desire to explore and seek new experiences rather than to just be a tourist taken from place to place. The food throughout our two week trip was also beyond expectations and the elegant service at each location was a pleasant surprise.
Donatus and his crew know how to treat their Safari guests. My appreciation of a culture and landscape so different from my own was inspiring. I have the deepest appreciation for his making this "trip of a lifetime" truly a memorable and satisfying experience.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best trip ever!!!!!!
I'm having a hard time writing this review as superlatives are not enough. Our guide, William, and our hosts, Werner and Rica at Klasserie Game Preserve, were gracious and knowledgeable. Although South Africa is experiencing a drought, the animal viewing was excellent. Seeing nature at work in this difficult time is amazing. The accommodations and meals were excellent. Overall, I could not have asked for a better experience. Moriti Private Safaris is the best.
BR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We enjoyed really a lot our safari in Kenya and Tanzania with The Destination Consultants
Now having returned to Colombia, we would like to say that we had a wonderful and beautiful time in Kenya and Tanzania. Thanks to Niko and Susan for their welcome, kindness and the excellent organization for the 9 days we had in total in the two countries.
We also apreciate a lot Ray ( Raymond ), our Guide in Tanzania . We can deeply recommand The Destination Consultants. They deserve it all.
It was a great pleasure to have been hosted there and shown the beautiful landscape and wildlife of enchanting Africa.
We went back to Colombia and Brasil with nostalgy but with plenty of photographs of this memorable safari . We are sure to return in the future. We have made good friends in Kenya and Tanzania and, we are convinced we can count on them when needed.
We let part of our souls and hearts there.
We wish Niko and Susan the very best for their entreprise full of adventures .
Hugs from South America .
Philippe and Patricia.
HK
Amazing Safari Trip in Kenya
Kenya Walking Survivors Safaris Ltd was good and the price was cheap. My husband and I had a great experience in Kenya. We visited Samburu, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara and Lake Naivasha from 24 Aug 2016 to 31 Aug 2016. My driver, Anthony Kioko, was the best. He helped us to see the big 5 in just 3 days! He also took us to see the amazing “Masa Mara river crossing” successfully. He always knew the best position for photo-taking. Comparing with other agents’ cars, he was always the top 3 drivers who reached the animal!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Top notch guide, food was great and the wilderness was incredible.
The trip exceeded all expectations. We had an expert guide that showed us all the highlights - the cats, the migration etc. All of the staff was polite and provided great service. The big surprise to me was how great the food was - expect to gain a few pounds on the trip. We also had stops at a Masai village and local town. These tours should not be missed. The guide picked is up at the airport and made sure I visit was care free until we left.
SG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari with us was simply amazing!!
I did a safari trip with safariwthus last month and I would like to comment that the trip was simply amazing!! Everything went well from the initial arrangements to the pick up to drop off. Thank you Andre for replying my emails so promptly prior to the trip. On the first morning, Thabo the driver arrived on time. The journey to Botswana was pleasant as well.
At Botswana we travelled with No.1 Lady tour agency and I felt that that was the main highlight. The hospitality and warmth we felt from the vendor was simply amazing. Our Tour guide, Mogo was the best ever!! He was friendly and really took effort to take care of every one of us on the trip. The accommodation that was arranged for us was simply way above what we had expected.
Our tour in Zimbabwe was great as well. Bakota had everything planned nicely for us, our tour guide Solomon was also very friendly. It was the best decision I made to travel with safari with us. Thank you for having us once again. I will not hesitate to recommend you to my friends and family if anyone is planning on travelling to South africa and around. Hope to visit again soon!
FR
Extraordinary Experience
We had decided to do a one week Safari in Kenya very last minute, without any idea what we were getting into, and, within 24hours, Rose from LuxurySafari had organized an unforgettable experience. She booked us amazing and beautiful lodges with amazing and friendly service in Samburu and Masai Mara, with both experiences complementing each other perfectly. The transportation between all of our accommodations were organized seamlessly and we never once had to worry about what to do, or how to get from point A to point B. The only thing we had to do was to relax and enjoy the incredible one week experience.