CH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everything was well organized
The communication was very good, everything was very well organized. All the lodges we stayed have been very good. We visited six parks in nine days, that was a bit stressfull. Next time we would visite two or three parks in nine days. Our guide was a very good driver but as a guide he was only sufficient. But over all it was a good Safari, we saw lot of Kenya, animals, countryside. nature. We went back home with many good impressions. We would book Natural World Kenya Safaris again.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good, Appreciable, Fantastic and Nice
Service provided are appreciable, Communications were found clear and Straight forward without any hidden surprises.
QA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome 6Day Masai-Naku-Amboseli safari experience on a budget
Susan organized everthing for us and was quick to respond to our queries. It was my second time in Miti Mingi ecocamp and was happy with the renovations done on the tents/rooms. It is now way better than it was last September 2018. At Kimana camp, we stayed at newly built room too. The rooms now look better than what you'd see on pictures posted on Tripadvisor. We managed to see white rhinos in Nakuru but a baboon got inside our van and took a small bag full of snacks. From a group of 7 people in Masai, only 2 of us proceeded to Nakuru and was joined by another guest. On the way to Amboseli, there were just 2 of us + Anton, our guide. Anton was a great guide. In Amboseli, we got clear skies on the last day and was lucky to see mighty Mt. Kilimanjaro. So satistied with the overall experience and service from Sunstrip Safaris.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good camp and awesome safari! Our driver James was the perfect guide for us.
The camp have good tents and you have your own bathroom. Food was simple, but good. You'll be next to the Masai Mara, and close to a Masai village, that made the experience amazing. Our driver, James, was gifted to find animals into the park and allowed us to enjoy our safari in the best way. I recommend this camp and safari!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well-organised and pleasent tour in Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and Tarangire.
Despite some clouds and slight rain in end-may, we had a very impressive journey with our guides.
Lake Manyara tour was clam, not a lot of other tourists and the ride was comfortable. In Ngorongoro, there were of course some other tourists, so we totally recommend the trip in low-season (no idea how crowded the crater would get in high season!). We saw a lot of different animals in these two parks, satisfactory of course.
In Tarangire, there were unfortunately not a lot of animals, mainly elephants we did see, but the landscape was magnificent and the day could be enjoyed nevertheless. Our safari guide provided us with many details about the wildlife but let us enjoy the trip with his pleasent reserved attitude.
The social and cultural tour in Mto wa Mbu was more interesting and less exhausting than we expected - all visited groups and societies were calm but still interesting. We learned a lot about many aspects of local peoples everyday life.
For the accomodation, the tents were really nice, gives some outdoor feeling and the living in twiga campsite was relaxing. The chef provided good food in exaggerated quantities.
Overall a very recommendable tour and an inspiring trip, thank you so much!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience
I spent a lot of time learning about the parks and reading reviews. What I liked about Tanzania Roadside was Paul's flexibility when planning my trip. 7/6 nights. I switched on of the accommodations and added a 3rd night to Sarrenngeti at the upscale kuba kuba.
First off all accommodations were nice, with great service and generally felt the staff was amazing. Are guide had 5 years working with same company and shared knowledge some and looked up answers to our questions if required from his reference books. He was easy with a smile and never rattled even when he had to change the tire for 2nd time. He also stopped so we could gift kids soccer balls we brought and a unscheduled stop at local school to gift supplies.
We found are own way to Arusha and stayed at a simple hotel for night. Paul and Ezekiel arrived as scheduled for pick up. We went over trip and were on our way. 1st stop Tarangire.
Next day lake Manyara by back way. Then 2 nights at Kati kati Sarrenngeti and a 3rd in Kuba Kuba last night at Rhino camp that was cozy in its own way. Last day we did Ngorongoro crater before heading back to Arush last day.
I think we got good bang for our bucks and were able to see every thing including big five. Money transfer was easy. This company is all local people, not a international business. I gave it 4.5 stars
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Okavongo Victoria Falls
Very pleasant trip in Okavongo,three different lodges well furnished with very good location.all the guides were excellent so we have seen many animals including the big five .
IE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great safari to Masai Mara
I was quite confused about the array of safaris available to the Masai Mara. John answered my numerous questions, and the price compared favourably with other group safaris, so I chose CKC Tours. I joined a 3-day group safari in May.
Our driver, Kikitu, was always cheerful and nice and great at finding wildlife, and generally informing us about the wildlife, history of the places we travelled through etc.
The Masai Mara National Reserve is beautiful. We saw the Big Five all before 10 a.m. on the first full day there! And then many more animals. It's a long and bumpy journey from Nairobi, but well worth it. And the sunrise makes it worthwhile getting up early!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent, I would use this company again.
We had a great time with this company. Our guide, China, was the best part about it. He was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. He made sure that we saw as many animals as possible, and even would call other guides in the area to make sure we got the best experience. The food and our cook were also amazing! He adjusted the menu to our friend who is vegetarian, and made her a few dishes just for her when we had meat for a meal.
My only issue with the experience, was that when we had first signed up for a car, we were told that we would be in a private car for the 4 of us traveling together. When we got to Arusha and were picked up, we were told that we were picking up 2 other people. Luckily the couple turned out to be great and were a great addition to our trip, but having been promised a private car, and then having to share was a little frustrating.
Overall I would travel with this company again. They were helpful in the sign up process, excellent communication the whole time, and the safari was amazing.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
My husband and I had a very special bush experience in Botswana with Phillimon and his team
We received very good service from Phillimon from our first inquiries about doing a trip with Walking Stick Safaris. He was informative and answered our questions and dealt with our expectations clearly and succinctly. My husband is 76 and we were never made to feel that he was 'too old' for a bush camping trip. We had a very good week from start to finish. The 2 nights Mokoro trip, the guides, and the camping experience worked well for us. We then spent 2 nights in Moremi and 2 nights in the Kwai area. The plan worked well as there was a lot of variety in both terrain and daily routine. Both areas have their plus points. Philemon was relentless in his pursuit of finding good animal sightings for us. The backup staff of cooks and helpers made sure we were well fed and looked after. Running a bush mobile safari requires a certain type of all-round person and Phillimon certainly has all the qualities that this takes. We will go on another trip with this company. We feel that we certainly got our money's worth