CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Wildebeest Migration experience at the Mara!
We booked our trip at the beginning of 2016 and our plan was to catch the much famed wildebeest migration. Our safari consultant answered all our emails promptly through out our discussion and she had proposed that the best time to catch the migration would be towards the end of July. So we booked our tickets for the last week of July and crossed our fingers.
Our arrival was just perefect timing as the wildebeest had started the crossing. We went straight to Masai Mara from the airport and our driver/guide Peter was very helpful and also very knowledgeable. Our lodge Keekorok Lodge was also very comfortable and the food completely exceeded our expectations.
We stayed in Masai Mara for a total of 5 days tracking the migration and I must say that the trip was a complete success! I was able to take enough material for a documentary that I am working on for my phd.
I will forever be grateful to Simba Trails Expeditions for their accuurate and prompt assistance through out the planning and execution of our trip. I greatly recommend this company to anyone who is looking for a reasonably priced private safari to Kenya.
PR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience!
I was very lucky to stumble into this company online. As a solo traveler, the prices for safaris are absurd in many companies, but African Budget Safaris quoted me for a very decent price and took me for an amazing and unforgettable experience. It was a group safari of six, and for 3 nights and four days we went through Lake Manyara, the Serenget, and the Ngorogoro crater. The guide was one of the best I've had, the cook was excellent, and the vehicle was very comfortable, with open roof, for all of us to see everything. They were wonderful, and they even arranged to pick me up from Moshi. I cannot recommend them enough. Thank you for an incredible experience.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was a wonderful experience and Ryan and Lungisani were great guides with so much fun and knowledg
Myself and three friends had a wonderful visit to South Africa and loved the safari with Ryan and Lungisani. The animal sightings were fabulous and I think we managed to see most of the big five as well as other smaller shy animals - honey badger, porcupine and so much more. Ryan's knowledge of the native birds and animals was amazing so we managed to get up his nose not remembering any of them - especially bush bucks. Wonderful trip - I'd recommend it to everyone.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful, exciting, mike and his co worker were top notch! Unforgettable experience! A must do!!!
Okoa Africa tours had. Clear , professional communications from beginning to end. the staff was extremely professional from beginning to end. They delivered a top notch experience and catered to all our needs. Mike, our Guide, greeted us at the airport to ensure they explained pick up time time and and all details. On the day of pick up, Mike and his partner were punctual and extremely professional. We felt well taken care of. The ride from Kajiado to our Safari site was comfortable and once we arrived at the park, Mike and his partner made sure we had the best experience. They stopped as often and for as long as we needed to allow us to enjoy the beautiful animals and take pictures! They made sure we were as close as possible to the animals and pointed out the most impressive animals . We had the experience of a lifetime and zero complaints. I would recommend Okoa Africa tours to anyone considering a safari and when we return to Africa we will only do business with Okoa Africa rours! Extremely satisfied and impressed customer!!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best trip ever - totally awesome
I found Jewel of Africa Safaris on the SafariBookings.com site. Neil de Jonge responded quickly and clearly to all of my questions. We booked a 4-day trip that included a guided safari of the Kruger National Park and the Panorama Route, staying at Cheetah Paw Eco Lodge.
Our trip was last month. Andrew picked us up at the airport and showed us an awesome time. We were fortunate enough to see 4 ½ of the Big 5 at Kruger. The leopard was in the ravine behind the bush. We also saw a honey bagger, which our guide told us, is a rare sight. Andrew made excellent recommendations for food and made us feel like family friends. He also recommended the Lion Walk – just amazing. Because we had such a great time, we planning on going back and bringing family/friends with us.
Splendid trip
Went to Kruger in dry season so game viewing was excellent. Saw all Big Five as well as many antelope, hippos, crocodiles, birds, wild dogs, porcupines, hyena, apes, and variety of other stuff. Only missing was young but not the right season.
Was very dry and brown so lot of good sightings around Sabina river and waterworks.
Camp Skukusa was excellent, guides were knowledgeable, food was good and roads were good. Good time to visit SA with exchange rate.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Likely the best place for African Wildlife
We explored only the souther part of the Delta not too far from urban areas.
Still, it was very rewarding. Lot's of animals such as birds, elephants, hippos and crocs.
Lions were there too, approachable by boat.
US
This was a beautiful, five star experience, the staff and facilities were amazing and impressive!
I can't say enough about Amboselli park. The grounds are beautiful and well manicured. The staff was all around excellent, the food was delicious and plentiful. The suites were out of a movie beautiful! The fact that you can sit in the back yard , have a cocktail while watching beautiful animals like zebras and elephants pass by was a dream! Once in the safari, there were so many jiraffes , elephants, wilder beasts, lions, hyenas, monkeys and other animals that we were amazed and pleasantly surprised! The weather was perfect, and our transportation and guide made our trip most enjoyable! The fact that We were able to see Mt. Kilimanjaro was the huge cherry on top of the cake!! It was incredible and I can't wait to return.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Botswana by Brecht NL
Great variations in wildlife and scenary. From green wet deltas and river at Okavango and Linyanto to arid dry desserts in the Kalahari.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Nothing but praise for Shadows of Africa
I have nothing but praise for Shadows of Africa. Our safari with Shadows of Africa was flawlessly planned and executed. In all respects, it surpassed our high expectations.
Credit for the success of our safari must go to the capable professionals that planned and conducted our tour of Tanzania. Jake and Stacy answered our emails promptly, asked the right questions, and assembled an itinerary that conformed to all of our requests. The accommodations they booked took us from beautiful lodges and deluxe rooms to tented camps without a glitch or disappointment. Our meals were good, and often excellent. We received excellent service, which was usually delivered with a smile. All of our nights were delightful. We savored magical, panoramic views and intimate wildlife encounters while enjoying the amenities of modern life.
Our Shadows tour guide, Bashiru, was exceptional. He planned our game drives and used his remarkable talents to provide us with magnificent wildlife viewing. By working hard and remaining personable throughout the many hours we spent together, Bashiru allowed us to enjoy every moment of our safari to the fullest extent possible.
I will always feel indebted to Shadows of Africa for giving us 10 spectacular days in Tanzania, and I am happy to recommend Shadows of Africa to those who read this post. They earned my high praise.