20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The experience of a lifetime - a honeymoon organised and delivered with sublime service, thank you!
I wanted to show my wife my favourite places on Earth for our honeymoon, so I chose Botswana and Zambia through Golden Africa. As an independent operator with the best contacts in the industry, GA excelled at offering a tailor made trip of a lifetime and took incredible care of the smallest details making this a truly unforgettable journey. We spent nights out under the stars in the wilderness and saw the moon rise, watched in awe as thousands of zebra came down to water, picnicked exclusively as wild dog trotted by, saw a vast range of animals and learnt a great deal about the habitats and people that make up the bush in a such an easy going way, and of course, relaxed and were spoilt rotten where ever we went! A magical safari and one we shall never forget!
The best tour operator for amazing safari
My partner and I chose Bahati International Tours to take us on a 7 day camping safari. We had a really positive experience and took home lots of photos and stories. Bill was quick to respond to our emails prior to the safari and gave us plenty of information. Our driver’s name was Brian and we were very lucky to have such a knowledgeable and friendly guide. He would ask us what time we wanted to start our days and worked promptly and flexibly around us.
The tour started at Tarangine National park, Lake Manyara, the Serengeti and concluded at the Ngorongoro crater. Brian was flexible and always put our needs first. Our chef, Rasta John was very pleasant and kept us fed with tasty meals throughout the trip. Our driver helped us compile a list of all the animals we saw from the beginning of the trip and it filled 3 pages! The birds and the big cats were breathtaking. And even though we were so close to the animals we felt safe in the jeep at all times. The camping arrangement worked very well and we had no issues at all.
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari experience in Amboseli
We spent three days on safari with Triumph Travel Kenya in Amboseli National Park. It was a great experience, we saw a lot of animals: elephants, antelopes, various birds, and, unexpectedly, a hippo, hyenas, and a couple of warthogs. It was interesting to listen to our guide Edward telling us about the habits of different animals. Unfortunately, we haven't seen lions and giraffes. Amboseli national park overlooks Kilimanjaro mountain, which provides amazing views, especially in the mornings.
Food was also very great, all meals were cooked by Kevin, who considered all our wishes (for example, if you are a vegetarian, don't eat red meat, etc.). Almost all the time we ate various, not the same dishes.
Talking about the Kimana camp, I recommend you to take a light with you as sometimes there are problems with electricity. But! The nights are very beautiful with silence and starry skies.
The tour price was the cheapest I had found, and I am glad about this fact. Besides, Edward agreed to take us to Namanga after the tour as we had to cross the border and continue our trip to Tanzania.
Edward and Kevin, thanks again for our journey.
US
Spectacular
Our group safari was really spectacular we had a really good time in the Serengeti National park with our ever smiling guide Micheal ,very nice guy .We will plan another safari next year.
FI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfection, best vacation by far
Finding a travel agent to help with Africa package was first a little difficult. Luckily we found Roho Ya Chui, Ute's expertice and help & quick response in all the questions was priceless. We booked the Victoria Falls & the Best of Botswana package and it was excellent! All the transfers went so smoothly (all the border crossings went easier than in US) and all the lodges (& Beyond) were amazing, pure luxury - 5 stars. We will definitelly use Roho Ya Chui again and already dreaming for the next African vacation, Kenya & Tanzanya) Best vacation by far!
IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very knowledgable. Courteous and caring
Always on time as communicated.
Good knowledge of the areas to be visited.
Interesting suggestions for places to visit and places to eat.
Dependable in terms of integrity and security.
Will be happy to recommend his services to all.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Successful summit on Kili and a fun safari
Coordinating our trip was relatively easy- our communication was done via email, responses were usually quick and good coordination and suggestions. Emmanuel was very accommodating and helpful in arranging our hotel stay pre and post climb as well as post safari. He also did an excellent job of booking our lodges on safari.
We did have some issues with our last payment- which apparently never arrived at his bank (the previous bank wires arrived without issue). This required that I pay my own Kili park fees ($1500). He told me he would reimburse this park fee once he received the final bank wire. I have traced the wire twice and had confirmed by all banks involved that the payment was indeed made to his account but I haven't heard anything back regarding this confirmation nor have I heard anything about my refund- which I have given up on at this point.
Pros-
we have the memory of a lifetime from our climb and safari
our team of guides, porters and cook on the climb were all top notch- friendly and great at their jobs
our safari driver was knowledgeable and fun
Cons-
the whole money thing was a disaster- because of the language issues I'm still not sure of who I can trust or what is accurate- this problem was amplified by the fact that our email communications were intercepted and then hacked by cyber thieves who have tried multiple times to acquire funds from me directly and have even contacted my bank directly suggesting money be wired to accounts in Tanzania. Total mess! Probably not our tour operators issue. I hope anyway. (** I'll edit this part of the review should something change but it's been over a month without seeing my refund and a month since the money transfer was confirmed).
our equipment on the mountain was less than stellar- broken tent zippers, sleeping mats that had air leaks, broken portable toilet, etc. Not surprising given the fact they get used on a mountain but would have liked to have better equipment for what we paid.
Felt pressured to tip heavy after the climb and while I exceeded the suggested tip amounts the lead guide asked for even more. Felt a little weird to be on the receiving end of such a request.
EG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I went for 3 days safari to Masai Mara with Magical Retreat, they are expert and professional.
Magical Retreat exceeded my expectations, many thanks
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our experience with E&H was excellent, our guide was superb and our safari was outstanding.
Our guide was one of the most knowledgeable naturalists I have ever met. He knew so much about the animals, the culture, the people. Our experience was greatly enriched as a result. We loved the lodges and the luxury tents we stayed in. Overall, E&H exceeded our expectations and we had the safari of a lifetime!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Have already recommended to a friend
I completed the 3 day Masai Mara safari -- it was amazing! We stayed at the Simba + Oryx Nature Camp, where the staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. The accommodations were luxurious and the food was delicious. Our driver made sure we saw as many animals and cool happenings (like seeing baby lion cubs with their mothers) as possible. Definitely recommend.