35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Augrabies Falls National Park by awatkinson69
Beautiful scenery and breathtaking surroundings, but little game to be seen.
SA
Exceptional 5-Star Safari Experience in South Africa
My recent safari in South Africa was an absolute gem, earning a well-deserved 5-star rating. The guide was nothing short of amazing, offering insightful knowledge that added depth to every wildlife encounter.
Accommodations were top-notch — clean, luxurious, and perfectly situated in the heart of the wilderness. The sunset game drives were magical, painting the sky with vibrant hues, and the diverse landscapes provided a stunning backdrop for unforgettable wildlife sightings.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Kruger National Park - still the jewel in the SanParks crown
I've been visiting the Kruger National Park for over thirty years now. In that time, there have been huge changes within the Park and although, in my opinion, the modern-day Kruger has it's problems, it is still the National Park to be beaten.
There are many reasons the Park keeps luring me back; not least for its wildlife. In terms of variety and volume of game, Kruger wins hands down for me. Even in these dark times of poaching, large herds of buffalo and elephant are pretty much an everyday occurrence in Kruger. And I've never once been to the Park and not seen cats - either lion, leopard or cheetah (and on the odd trip, all three in just a few short days). Although not a keen birder myself, the birdlife is incredible and certainly helps to keep things ticking along on hot days when you've seen nothing but an impala or two for hours on end.
But it's the Park itself that's the biggest draw. The network and variety of roads means no two days need ever be the same. And with some breathtaking new picnic sites and lookout points, it's possible to just sit and watch the wildlife world go by while you enjoy your breakfast. The scenery is also hard to beat. Do yourself a favour and take time to travel from the top of the Park to the bottom. It's an unforgettable experience and one in which you truly get to appreciate the Park's diverse and ever-changing scenery.
However, the Parks popularity is also it's downfall. For me, at times there are too simply many visitors in the Park. Lion sightings in particular resemble rugby scrums - with networks of cars blocking the cats into corners. It's very very sad. It isn't the resident visitors that cause the overcrowding - but the number of day visitors who are also allowed in. At peak times of the year, if you're unfortunate to be in a camp anywhere near a main gate, forget about having a slow peaceful drive to look for game. It's like a freeway in rush hour.
But the worst culprits are the safaris concessions - the guys that drive visitors into the Park for a few short hours and tear around in radio contact from one sighting to the next. They drive too fast and too close to the game - scaring sightings off and disturbing the wildlife in general. They are a law unto themselves, intent on showing their guests the best possible sightings to snare a bigger tip. Look I get it - everyone wants to see the magnificent wildlife - but there has to be some sort of common sense and courtesy.
That said, a trip to South Africa would be unthinkable without a trip to the Kruger. The pros far outweigh the cons and the spirit and ambience of the bush is simply magical. Being able to drive yourself through the majestic Park and mix with it's wild inhabitants is one of the greatest privileges on earth.
If you get the chance to go - do. The memories will stay with you forever.
Ruaha National Park Scenery and Wildlife.
It's awsome visiting Ruaha National Park especially seeing the wildlife, and, ofcourse the attractive scenery and a fun place to relax on holidays!!!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our Honeymoon in Kenya
We used Karibu safaris in kenya for our honeymoon trip to kenya. we travelled for
our first time in africa. They arranged us the best accomodations and safari
according to my budget and my requests. we sent to Robert and victor lot of emails
asking for activities and options available and their replies were so quick and
clear. They booked us masai mara tour, lake nakuru tour, Amboseli tour and tsavo
east tour and they helped me in solving some problem we had at the beach resort
which we had booked online ourselves . we recommend this tour operator.
QA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most spectacular and breathtaking place on earth.
The people of Tanzania are kind, beautiful, patient. I believe they have a lot of experience with tourists, and it shows in their welcoming nature and preparedness. The towns and cities are clean and well taken care of, and it feels like every person is a gentleman with how they carry themselves. I went to Tanzania for the safaris, and even though I was only in the national parks for 4.5 days, it was the experience of a lifetime. We saw so many animals and beautiful landscapes, and our tour guides were very informative and never made us feel unsafe. It was clear how well every safari guide was adhering to safety and environmental regulations, and how they would go above and beyond to make sure we got the most out of our short stay. I also was in Zanzibar for two days with family, and I think it was stunning, truly the best ocean experience of my life. Never before have I seen a beach so clear and beautiful,
NL
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best safari ever
The communication was excellent ,the reply on questions was allways the same day, the service was also very good. We booked a safari to see Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara. Our tourguide was one of the best . He loved his job taking time for you to enjoy the animals and could tell you many things about the animals birds, trees and flowers. In Lake Nakuru we saw so many animals which I had never seen there, we saw a Leopard, lions in the tree, rhino's, giraffe, buffalo's, waterbucks, warthogs, gazelle and ofcourse monkey's we had a picknick in the park and amazing there is a waterfall. In the Mara we spend also the whole day and a picknick under an tree, when we left a few hunderd meters ahead we saw 2 cheetah's even there there where plenty of animals even in the park we facetimed with my grandchildren in the Netherlands to show them a pair of sleeping lions. The hotels which they booked for us was very good . Nakupendakenya had done a great job and next time we will surely book again by them the rates are good and the service excellent.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A beautiful country well worth the visit.
My wife and I met our two daughters in Moshi and climbed Kilimanjaro via the Machame route over 5 nights. It was an amazing experience but not to be taken lightly. Especially the final ascent which involves 8 hours climbing after just three hours sleep and then a 8 hour descent with a one hour sleep half way down. But what an amazing experience never to be forgotten. That was followed by a three night safari of the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater where we saw every animal you could wish for. Another wonderful experience.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Nairobi National Park by missbaxter
We stayed at the Nairobi Tent Camp in Nairobi National Park. Really nice accommodations. Hot water bottles in the beds and morning french-pressed coffee delivered to tents was a really nice touch. We saw black and white rhino within the first 24 hours of entering the park. Two visits to David Sheldricks Wildlife Trust center in Nairobi was life-changing.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kenya's wildlife and nature are unforgettable
We had an amazing time in Kenia and saw a lot of different animals.
We almost saw all big five, with only the lepard missing. Which is quite difficult to catch.
Every park has it's own charme and are really welcoming.
We visited Lake Nakuru, Ambosseli and Masai mara.
Our higlight was all the elefants in Ambosseli.
A big let down was the change of the price politic.
At Masai Mara f.e. the few was increased from 70 to 100$ and the entrance wasn't for 24 hours anymore.
They are also planning on increasing it to 200$ by june. Wa of milking the tourist.
Another problem was the opening hours from 06:30-18:30, which meant that it wasn't possible to see the night life of the big cats.
But it's understandable because the park is beeing protected by night against the poarchers.
We would recommend it to everyone, but you have to plan to go as early in the morning as possible and stay the whole day in the park with lunch inside.
