US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Arusha National Park by Bruce Finocchio
Arusha National Park is lusher and has thicker vegetation than the other Parks we visited. However, it has some unique bird species and well as the charismatic black and white Colobus monkey.
FI
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Arrangements worked as was promised.
The driver was very experienced and served us well. He came to pick us half an hour earlier than the time agreed - not so common in Kenya! We saw good variety of animals although the flocks were much smaller than the previous time we visited Mara (about 20 years ago!). The accomodation was ok and the food excellent.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Superb safari and much more
We visited South Africa for the third time this year having booked with Karina from Safari Online. After much personal research and some valuable advice from Karina we agreed our itinerary - 6 days safari in Klaserie (Baobab Ridge) and Sabi Sands (Arathusa Lodge) followed by 3 days whale watching in Hermanus. This proved to be a winning combination for us.
Our safari lodges were superb and we saw everything we wanted (the big five) and so much more. Spreading our safari across two difference reserves meant we had diverse but still thrilling experiences in each with such skilled guides. We were constantly impressed by their knowledge.
The rest of the staff in the lodges were equally welcoming and nothing was too much trouble.
On thing that took us by surprise was the very changeable weather. Forecast to be very hot, it was infact unseasonably cold at one point then changing to being exceptionally hot - very unpredictable. My advice would be pack for every season!
We finished off our holiday with some time in Hermanus as it was whale season and despite our whale-watching boat trip being cancelled we still saw dozens of whales from the cliff path looking across Walker Bay. This was also a lovely base as it was a small town full of lovely restaurants and with easy access to wineries and vineyards in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley. We used the wine-hoppers hop-on hop-off tour. We finished our visit to SA with a couple of nights in Cape Town and went to Boulders Beach to see the penguins.
All in all we had a fabulous time and our holiday met all our expectations and the variety and quality of the food and wine we had was impressive. We've visited SA before and wouldn't hesitate to return.
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
it is a wonderful adventure!
Communications, service, living up was was perfect. Everything organised on the very good level. David, ouer guide was wonderful. We felt freely, and at the same time under protection our guide.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A must see safari destination
This was our first trip to Africa and to Botswana. Words fail to describe the beauty and abundance of wildlife in the Okavango Delta.
We stayed in two camps at the beginning of October. There was still plenty of water in the delta and abundant wildlife.
Botswana is very hot at this time of year, 42c at lunchtime. However the heat did not affect us much as during the morning and late afternoon game drives the temperature is much cooler. We slept through the hottest part of the day.
Our first camp was Xakanaxa in the Moremi Concession. We cannot speak highly enough of this camp. The location is superb, just in the banks of one of the deltas many channels. All of the staff were so welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Our guide, Kadi, was knowledgeable and went out of her way to make sure we saw all of the animals we had hoped. On one drive we covered 50km to track down a Cheetah, which was amazing.
Around the camp there are may different habitats and the landscape is always changing and so do the animals. There are too many to list, but we saw everything we had hoped for.
Our second camp was Camp Okavango, which was a short plane ride into the heart of the delta. Again the camp was wonderful, built on suspended boardwalks amongst palm trees on the banks of the delta.
All the staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. King our guide for both walking game drives and boat cruises was knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. Walking game drives are a must, while you cannot get a close to the animals as on a driven game drive, for obvious safety reason, walking the in Botswanan bush gives a feeling of incredible authenticity and shows the true scale of the delta.
We spent a total of 5 nights on safari and completed 10 game drives. Before setting off on holiday we wondered if that was long enough, in hindsight it was. The experience is magical but quite intense and we found 5 days to be about right, for us.
We booked our safari through Discover Africa, who were incredibly helpful and professional. Our advisor Antoinette, made many great suggestions and really helped us define the right safari for us.
The camps themselves are run by Desert and Delta who again, were superb.
In summary having wanted to visit the Okavango Delta for many years it has exceeded our expectations at every turn, a truly magical experience.
RS
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kenyan Adventure
I had the pleasure of spending an incredible trip in Kenya, with 3 days in the mesmerizing Masai Mara and a total of 2 weeks exploring the vibrant city of Nairobi.
My visit to Masai Mara was a wildlife enthusiast's dream come true. The game drives offered a front-row seat to some of the most magnificent creatures in the animal kingdom. The thrilling encounters with lions, elephants, and the Great Migration were awe-inspiring. The landscape itself was a breathtaking spectacle, with the vast savannah and the Mara River making the perfect backdrop for these remarkable sightings.
Nairobi, on the other hand, provided a dynamic contrast to the serene wilderness of Masai Mara. The city's energy and diverse culture were captivating. Exploring the local markets, museums, and trying authentic Kenyan cuisine was a delightful experience. I was particularly impressed by the warmth and hospitality of the people I met during my stay.
During my trip planning, I discovered a fantastic safari package on SafariBookings.com, which played a significant role in making my Kenyan adventure a reality. This platform not only provided invaluable information but also offered an array of well-organized and exciting safari options, making the trip planning process a breeze. I am grateful for the resource and the opportunities it provided for an unforgettable journey.
Writing this review not only allows me to reflect on the wonderful memories I created in Kenya but also gives me the opportunity to contribute to the promotion of this incredible travel destination. It's heartening to know that my experiences can help support local businesses and communities who depend on tourism.
I encourage anyone considering a trip to Kenya to take the leap and explore this beautiful country. I'm more than happy to share my experience and hope it inspires others to embark on their own Kenyan adventure.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve by Val and Simon
Highlights were Semliki Lodge and a boat trip to see the shoebill on lake Albert. The lodge is superb for food and hospitality. Wild chimps also seen, but not a great variety of other wildlife. Tsetse flies a big problem
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professionalism and Hospitality
As someone who loves to travel all over the world, Tanzania has probably been the one that was the greatest surprise, full of excitement, hospitality, amazing nature and wildlife and an out of the beaten track feeling.
I can't say much about It Started in Africa except that they provide me with the best experience in my life in terms of traveling. The Serengeti is something EVERYONE should visit in their lifetime, and go as soon as possible, it may be very different in the future. Needless to say, I had a smooth tour, with a fantastic guide who seem to had bionic eyes :) I did not expect to see so many wildlife like I did. Congratulations, will definitely come back one day.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful
Our safari with Kiboko tours was amazing. Even though we did not had much time in amboseli and tsavo. Our driver Harry was really nice and he knows so much about the animals there. We had also been at a massai village. The people there where really nice but it is so „touristic“ there. But all in all, we as tourists can do so much to the people there.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Queen Elizabeth National Park by Val and Simon
We stayed at Mbewa Lodge and Ishasha Camp. Highlight of our whole trip was a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel seeing so many water birds and elephants. Tree-climbing lions were amazing in Ishasha