KR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari... not what I expected... maybe...
First of all, I don't blame Axis Africa if my safari was less than ideal. I think for the price, I got a great deal. I saw lions, cheetahs. leopards, lots of elephants. giraffes, zebras. Pic-up, drop-off, camps and game drives were exactly as promised. I guess I really came with little experience and expectations. I was in a (nice) pop-up van with a bunch of foreigners (like me). The guide spent most of the time on a radio with other guides. We could guess when he spoke a lot and we say all the vans heading in one direction it was a lion or something "big". It did kind of feel we were harassing the animals, even caging them in with vans. Only once did our driver seem to participate in this (on the last day, he gunned the van to try to get a rise out of a cheetah, who did not respond-- and several of us let him know we didn't think it cool to do this-- but we did notice other vans harassing animals, shouting at them and trying to provoke them. I did get the feeling that the guides on these "budget" safaris would do "whatever" they thought made the guest happy and earn more tips. We clearly went off-road when it was marked. I also had a bad experience at the camp when a driver from another safari made sexual comments and reached into his pants and (well whatever) while speaking to me. (He asked it I was in a tent alone --I wans't) and then I just left.. I probably should have taken his name or photo-- but I was in shock! Anyway, this was not the fault of my company, but it did mar my experience.
In my further travels in Africa, I did another game drive in Botswana that was actually cheaper and more professional. We didn't drive as close to the animals but that actually felt better,
I did feel Axis Africa gave me what they promised in a budget safari. That said, I am not sure what i got what what I anticipated. I did see a lot of animals. They were mostly wild and free, except that we caged them in with our vehicles (and they did seem OK with this). Our guide, while not particularly knowledgeable ("there ix a big elephant and a little elephant") was pleasant enough. I hope this post alerts other women who may be harasssed to take a photo and report it as I wish I had.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding Service!
This is the 2nd year that Safari Source was responsible for planning our Safari Excursion to Africa; last year was Zimbabwe/Botswana, this year it was South Africa/Kruger Nat'l Park. Monika and Rosemary were attentive to every.single.detail and communicated with us on these details. We had a minor snafu at the end of the trip, but it was efficiently and expeditiously handled... smooth sailing all the way, as if nothing had ever happened.
My highest recommendations for using the Safari Source for your travel needs in Africa; I look forward to the adventure planned for us in 2018!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Adventures Family Safari
it was pretty adventoures experience to visit masaimara with family ,safari tour very well organised and personalised , nice food,and most special thing its 4wd van so, it was very much excitement to tour with local driver .
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
This is my 3rd trip with The Safari Source. They are the most professional and dedicated group!
I have only ever had the most positive of experiences working with these lovely ladies. Every trip has been incredible and I will only ever use them in the future. They are by far the most professional, dedicated, and diligent operators I have ever had the privilege to work with.
IR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A life time experience every tourist has to have.
We returned yesterday from Amboseli National park.we did the best of kenya one week holiday. our guide richard arrived at the hotel on time and we immediately got underway with our safari.he also knows how to locate animals.we were able to get closer enough to get some amazing photos. Accommodations were excellent. we reccommend african challenge safaris.
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Onesmus was fun, knowlegeable, dynamic and always attentive to all requests. A great day!
Fast replies, clear content and indications when communicating.
Guide always really to help, explain and do what you like.
Safari was incredibile.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
4 days safari tour
With our guide Zabdi we drove to first from Moshi via Arusha to the Lake Manyara NP.
Day 2 we visited the Ngorongoro Crater.
At the 3. day we were hiking near Mto Wa Mbo. We went by our local Guide Bruno. Later we cooked with two women a delicious local meal. A great experience. After cooking Bruno show us his hometown, it was very interesting.
At the last day, we went to the Tarangire NP.
During the safaris, we saw many, many animals and beautiful landscapes. It was a great adventure with nice guides, of which we could learn a lot.
JP
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Precious experience
Thank you very much for your coordinating Safari tour as our honeymoon!
All experience on the savannah life has been something precious for us.
For a driver, he was a nice guy and also very kind to us always.
I really appreciate it so much.
Someday, we will come back again to Kenya!!!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great operators, good time
Kombi was responsive, helpful and efficient in getting my fishing trip booked. The staff at the dock were accommodating and friendly, and both captain and fishing guide were amazing. The trip was professionally done, the boat and fishing equipment good and well maintained and the team was quick to change things up when we weren't hitting fish, something I always appreciate.
And we caught fish....
AE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent safari staff and car. Bad food. No wifi at all
Excellent safari staff and car. Bad food. No wifi at all