NL
20-35 years of age
Kilimanjaro in 7 days with our ANDA dreamteam!
We went with a group of three girls for an incredible 7 days Kilimanjaro climb via Machame route. Overall the organization and communication with ANDA worked very well. The day before we started our trip, we met our guide and we got well instructed about what to expect during our trip and what we would need. Together with him we rented all the equipment we would need, and our guide made sure that we also got the best quality of equipment. During the climb the whole ANDA team looked after us and made sure we had everything we needed. Everytime we arrived at our camp side, the tents were already set up, and we were welcomed enthusiastically with some hot tea. Even though we did not have a shower for seven days, we always got hot water in the morning and evening to wash ourselves. The food our chef served was excellent and we were impressed everyday how he created theses menus in a tent on one gas stove. Furthermore we had a great interaction with everyone of the team and we enjoyed singing, dancing and cooking on the mountain. During summit night everyone of us was struggling a bit and we had some problems with the altitude. But our guides encouraged us to go further and made sure that we all made it to the top in the end!
Climbing Kilimanjaro has been experience of a lifetime for me, but I would have never done it without the help of the ANDA Dreamteam!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime
The itinerary planned with Augustine was wonderful. Our 12 day safari included stops in Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Crater, and the Serengeti. We had the opportunity of seeing unbelievable numbers of animals and birds and were truly able to enter their world. Our guide, Raphael, was extremely knowledgeable in identifying everything we saw. He was very concerned that the trip be as safe and comfortable as possible.
Tarangire should not be missed. The accommodations were all very nice, the food was good, and we stayed healthy throughout our safari.
Augustine and his team were terrific at making sure that we maximized our experiences.
All in all, it was the trip of a lifetime (until we go back!!).
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Kid-Friendly Safari
Shaun did such a wonderful job making us feel at home on safari. He made sure that there were kid-friendly menu choices and that my 5 and 8 year old were comfortable in every way. He tailored our days and safari drives to maximize our chances of seeing fantastic wildlife while keeping in mind our little ones schedules. I would recommend his tours to anyone, but especially anyone looking for a truly tailored experience. My eight-year-old (AKA the Bushman) says Shaun is fun, finds lots of animals, and is a good tracker. Our family's favorite part of the safari was Shaun, and we got to be with him for 11 days. We can't wait to go back.
UA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good experience
Safari is really bright and unforgettable experience. We chosen Kili by reviews. Now I can say that I agree with all positive reviews! We were satisfied with the selection of the company that organized the safari for us. Everything was professionally. It was comfortable to travel. The food was delicious and the portions was huge!
We were met by the ferry in Dar es Salaam, and we immediately went to Selous by 4WD car.
Road took about 6 hours with lunch-stop. In the same day was a river safari by boat.
Next day was game drive in the Selous. One-day game drive safari may seem insufficient. Take 2-full-days game drive. Last morning - 2 hours walking safari with local guy.
Read carefully the conditions of the accomodation. We decided that a accomodation in the hippo camp will be in lodge, but it turned out to be spending the night in a tent on the territory of the camping. As an exception, one night we were placed in the lodge (thanks to Mack and manager).
So, enjoy your safari holidays with Kiliholidays Tours & Safaris Africa.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Super, fantastic we saw a lot
We had an excellent guide. Gilbert showed us the serengetti on a fantastic way. Due to his enthousiasm the trip became a wonderful experience.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was an amazing experience
It was organized to our liking and preferences. Very accommodating and exactly what we were looking to experience and more.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari, with amazing people!
I went on a four day safari with Northern Circuit and I had the best of times. Before the safari, I was doing some volunteer work at a school outside of Arusha. Michael arranged for transportation to and from the school which was very convenient for me.
Sweetbart was an amazing cook. Every meal that we had was spectacular. Elliott was also a great guide. He answered all of our silly questions and when he didn't know the answer (which was very rare), he would come back with an answer within the day.
After th safari, I kept in touch with Michael and he helped me out with some of my transportation plans for the rest of my trip. He was very helpful and answered all of my emails quickly.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Amazing day Tour at Hwange National Park
My husband & I traveled from Vic Falls to Hwange National Park with Joseph Moyo from African Coast Travel & Tours for a day tour of the park & return. Everything was very professionally done & there were no issues or problems. We saw a lot of amazing animals & had a very enjoyable day.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I highly recommend Trek2Kili for an incredible safari experience
Our safari experience with Trek2Kili as a large group of 15 was phenomenal! We were given exceptional service and shown around Tarangire National Park for two days. We saw not only a huge abundance of wildlife but also great scenery (sunset and sunrise). Our tour guides were so enthusiastic and knowledgeable. They were keen to explain the behaviours of the wildlife which were looking at and they gave us the opportunity to move on and remain in a certai spot whenever we pleased. I could not fault our experience with Trek2Kili and we would all love to do it over and over again!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
All-round Great Experience
My wife and I have just completed Ulinda's "Classic Safari" - 3 nights at 3 different locations in Botswana. Both still to come down to earth - it was beyond our expectations.
From the time I first contacted Jane Bettenay to the time she farewelled us at the Kazungula Ferry for our onward journey to Zambia dealing with Jane was a pleasure.
Jane met us at Maun Airport and conveyed us to our overnight stay at Thamalakane River Lodge (not part of the Ulinda package) in preparation for the start of our safari with Unlinda the next day.
Originally the safari included stops at Moremi, Savuti and Chobi however due to the severe dry weather we had our first location moved to the Khwai Development Trust area. This change to the itinerary was communicated to us a couple of weeks out from the start and the choice proved excellent.
This safari normally caters for 8 people however we were the only one's so the service level was great, whether it be food, facilities or comfort we were both delighted. I suspect that even with a full party the standards would not drop. I have had some camping experience but my wife has had none during her 65+ years.
As conveyed to Jane when choosing what we wanted from the safari "we just want to see the animals". And we certainly did. And every day produced one or more surprises. Even on the last day in Chobe we we able to observe a Leopard with two cubs drinking no more than 5 minutes drive from our camp site and not another safari party anywhere in sight all because of Jane's knowledge, experience and advice that we be up and into the day at dawn - it sure paid off every morning.
The sunset gin and tonic to end each day and the camp fire discussions at night rounded out, what for us was a holiday that we'll continue to talk about for years.
This was our first trip to Africa. Maybe not our last.