US
This is an unique place.
Nogorongro Crater is one of the four safari destinations, Masa Mara, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Nogorongoro Crater, we visited this August (we also took a side trip to Victoria Fall). It has an unique landscape that is hard to describe. Our guide jokingly said it looked like Eden.
We stayed at Nogorongro Crater Lodge for 2 nights. Our cabin sits on the rim of the Crater. The swiping view of the crater from the room was breathtaking. The facility, the service and the food were very good.
The park even being a crater is not really isolated from outside area. The variety of wild life in other parks can all find here. It is just more densely packed in this small area. The game drive experience was similar to that of Serengeti or Masa Mara. The difference is that the floor is completely flat. There was no tall grass either when we visited. You could see the other end of the park miles away. Therefore it was easier to spot wild life activities far away. I saw ostrich mating dance at a far distance. With all the cars crisscross the crater floor, the animals quite get used to the tourists. Lions sat at the road side letting tourists taking closeup pictures. In short conclusion, if you want to see big migration, this is not the place, If you want to view African wild life in an unique landscape, this is the place.
AE
Exciting Experience
I have been to Kenya before but I never get enough of it. It especially gets Better when I tag along my friends. The Wildlife is Awesome, Amazing countryside, adorable people and very warm reception. I must not forget to mention my two friends at Kiboko Kenya Safaris, Noel and Clare. I credit them with my experiences there, they are great safari planners. I have been to Panaroma and the Great Rift valley lodge and they are just superb.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Stunning landscapes and extraordinary wildlife
Kenya is a very diverse country, with an incredible array of wildlife and landscapes on offer. Their tourism industry is efficiently run, with lots of camps offering comfortable lodgings and international food options. Luckily we visited at the fag end of the tourist season when there weren't many other tourists around.
The national parks are straight out of children's story books with every conceivable animal on display. The sheer number of animals is simply overwhelming, we literally saw thousands of animals in the first game drive itself. The country that I come from (India) is also famous for wildlife, but even the best national parks back home don't come remotely close to the magnificence of the African plains. The landscapes are diverse and surreal. Sights such as the endless plains of the Serengeti and the mighty Mt Kilimanjaro are sure to be imprinted in your memories forever.
Getting around the country can be a pain. Highways are well maintained, but the roads leading to national parks are quite bad resulting in long travel times. The people are polite and speak English, so didn't face any problems at all. It is not a cheap safari destination, but the money you pay is going to conserve wildlife for future generations and also help people who are among the poorest in the world, so well worth it.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Would give 10 stars if possible!
I visited with my wife in September 2015 as part of our honeymoon. It was a once in a lifetime experience.
As Safari novices, I put out a few quotes (through this site) several months back and was instantly impressed with Wild Wings. Gavin in the office, put together a great package from us and we both felt confident in the company even before the Safari. Gavin was even helping us out with connecting flights and definitely seemed like he knew what he was doing.
The Safari itself was incredible. Our guide Simon was incredibly experienced, and even though we were apparently lucky, we managed to see the big 5 (several times) plus Cheetahs, Wild dogs, hyeinas, honey badgers and all kinds of other wildlife. Simon's pretty modest, but alot of what we got to see was because he knew were to look and knew the park like the back of his hand.
Our accommodation was basic but very comfortable. We spent so little time there that it genuinely didn't matter. The beds were comfy and that's all we cared about! All the food we has was delicious.
I would definitely recommend Wild Wings. I think me and my wife will go again and they are the only company we would book with now.
NL
A great and beautiful time
Our third trip in Uganda was, again, well organized by Wild Expeditions Uganda.
We are very impressed by this company..very professional with good explanation about the possibilities, much assistance is offered in configuring an appropriate trip! The country is beautiful with lots of features, great lodges and kind people.
For all who love adventure, relaxtion and beauty. We highly recommend Wild Expeditions Uganda!!!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
To sum it up real simple, our trip was way beyond our expectations! Henry and Elias were the best y
It's our life time and memorable Safari in East Africa Tanzania.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very helpful and friendly.
We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Hamza of Wildebeest safari. He was knowledgable friendly and flexible. He was friendly with many of the other drivers as well which benefited us in terms of seeing so many animals we may well have missed. We managed to see all of the animals we had hoped and Hamza was very flexible in positioning the vehicle for best results in terms of photographs. The views and experiences were incredible.
We stayed in some absolutely stunning camps and lodges. This was due to internet research and the advice of Noah who has direct contact with these places and negotiated us some good deals. Noah also helped us out with payment issues allowing us to pay on arrival as the final booking was too late for a credit card.
We saw plenty of shiny 4x4's really packed with people and baggage whilst we cruised past just the three of us. Plenty of room for cameras packed lunches and stretching out. Maybe not the newest vehicle but perfectly functional and very roomy. As with all a pop up roof and plenty of chargers (uk 3 pin) for electric items.
I believe that an East African safari is a must do for those who can. Tanzania and Wildebeest Safari served us very well in a never to be forgotten holiday. Thank you Hamza and Noah.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awwesome...
I enjoyed my trip to Tanzania with Global Insight Safaris, Ngorongoro trip was so amazing and the Serengeti too, I like how knowledgable the tour guards were they took me n my wife to all great place in the wild and on streets too, we enjoyed the nyama choma places they took us in Karatu town and mostly in Arusha, my wife still talks about the nyama choma we had on our last night at that bar called Rombo Shine Bar was sooooooooo delicious with tha cold Kilimanjaro lager after a long trip from Ngorongoro n Serengeti I can't say enough, thank you to all the team at Global Insight Safaris without you our trip wouldn't have been as good as it was for sure we will come back to that beautfull country TANZANIA......
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional people with excellent suggestions on places to visit
I had an excellent time, easy planning and excecution by the kiboko team
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
the trip was the best i ever had
I think the communication is great . on the service part you should consider providing water atleast for the tourists.