PL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice safari. Very good organization.
3 days safari. We are tired but happy to see all this animals. Good contact, good organization. If you want to spend less days, I advise Ngorongoro.
CY
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was an Excellent Experience.
In addition to the wildlife (The Big Five and many more), I have seen sights that will remain fixed in my mind: the snowy crown of Mt Kilimanjaro; swamps that stretch across the countryside as far as the eye could see; huge expanses of grassy plains and thorn bushlands; lush oases, the spectacular ‘Shetani Lava’ flows; forests of gorgeous beauty; and of course, the mighty ‘Mara River’.
Accommodations were clean, comfortable and perfectly ready for me. The food was great and the people were amazing.
I had an excellent time.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Chobe National Park by Jennifer Baird
I was there at the end of dry season so the real action is at the water.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Night on the Moon
It’s like being on the moon. The horizon is perfectly flat and you can’t see where it ends. I was there at the end of dry season so there was a delicate crust where the mud had dehydrated, lifted up all pitted and mottled, curling in spots like a decaying leaf. When you walk on this crust it poofs around your feet in little clouds as it turns into incredibly fine dust that gets into every crevice. At first – the only sounds are those you make – so quiet you can hear yourself breathing. Every step crunches so loudly I found myself wanting to tip toe. Despite the fact that there are no plants or animals to be seen, after about 20 minutes you hear a loud drone – you think maybe an ultralight is heading your way – and then you realize the mosquitos have found you! How? Where did they come from? No idea but since you are the only thing out there to feast on – you had better hope you have good bug spray! Because there is nothing on the horizon, sunset and sunrise seem to last much longer and turn the whole world pink. It feels like you’ve been dropped into a sci-fi movie. I found myself whispering – not wanting to disturb the surreal quality of the experience.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best of Tanzania!
I was leading a mission trip to Tanzania, and wanted to end our work with a safari. I have traveled to Uganda many times, but this was my first in TZ, and since I was leading a group, I did a ton of research. I was booking our first night in TZ to stay at the Honey Badger and found out they also run Milestone Safaris. From my very first email, (and I think by the time of the safari there were about 30!) I felt totally comfortable dealing with Jenny and Joseph. They very patiently answered all of my questions, when you are in charge of taking other people it is a bit more stressful than just going yourself. I was very much at peace by the time we were ready for our safari.
Jenny and Joseph were very accommodating about meeting my team on the road back to Arusha. We had been working in south/west of the game parks, and didn't have to make the journey back to Arusha. When we arrived at our meeting spot "Jungle George" was there to greet us, and we quickly knew we were in good hands! I am not sure what I expected but I did not anticipate the high quality of the vehicle we would be traveling in for the next three days! I totally understand it does not always work out this way, but with in the first hour of our safari Tarangire, we saw a lion eating a zebra, two lions mating, and a parade of 16 elephants walked right across our path! There is no way they can promise sites like these, but it is clear that George is well liked among the other safari drivers, and other drivers were happy to share info with him about the location of the animals. We enjoyed a delicious boxed lunch that had been packed for us, overlooking the most beautiful vista. The first day of our safari went way above our expectations.
We spent the first night at Maramboi Tented Camp, first class service from the moment we pulled in! We were greeted with a cold drink and warm towel, while they transported our luggage to our tents. We were able to enjoy a refreshing swim while watching the sunset across the plains. Dinner was a delicious buffet that had lots of both western and African specifies. Our tent had a huge bathroom, dressing room, comfortable bed and spacious porch overlooking the plains. After a delicious breakfast, we were able to instruct the chef on the packed lunch we would take with us for the second day of our journey.
The second day took us to Ngorongor Crater. I have been blessed to have traveled much of the world, and this was truly one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen! We stopped at the top of the crater to enjoy the view, before starting the journey to the bottom of the crater. I did not think George would be able to top what we had seen the day before, but he surprised us yet again! We were able to watch a pride of 16 lions be taunted by a warthog, they must of just eaten, because they were not interested in eating him! We were able to get very close to many animals, especially the zebras that would walk right up to our vehicle.
We spent our second night at Endoro Lodge, a completely different experience from the tented camp but equally as beautiful! The service and food were excellent.
We left the Endoro Lodge the next morning with our packed lunches. I was so impressed that Jenny and Joseph would choose two completely different experiences for our overnight stay! We left in the morning for our return to Arusha, but not before George took us to a Massai village for a tour, and dance. It was a perfect end to a wonderful experience!
My team headed back to the States and I stayed for a couple more days at the Honey Badger Lodge, which was a perfect place to unwind from my mission! I can not recommend Milestone Safaris enough, they were wonderful from the first email, to the drop off at the airport.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extremely kind people!
Beautiful country to visit, busy should not stay in touristic places. Have to see authentic places. Local restaurants and bars.
AT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Remote Beauty
Once you enter the National Park, Skeleton Coast reveals a stunning beauty. You may not expect spectacular wildlife sights. We spotted only few animals – jackals, cormorants and a dead hyena. But if you stop and linger you experience the exceptional mixture of ocean, desert and history in form of shipwrecks and abandoned mining facilities. And in the northern part of the Park many plants like welwitchias colorize the desert dunes.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A once in a lifetime experience...
My co-workers and I joined 3 other under guide Sue's watchful eye. We saw SO many animals... and of course the Big 5. We spent 2 nights in Kruger, then the last in a private resort. Kruger was rustic accommodations, but adequate... and interesting, including the Baboon that visited our unit when we werent there!! He ate all of my cough drops. Sue kept firm control of us rookies... demanding on-time appearances from us all. She also rotated us every safari (3 a day) so that everyone had a chance to be in a different row on the safari vehicle. Sue is really an eagle-eye, and we saw many animals that don't normally make an appearance. She was very informative, fun, and excellent at her job... we learned so much about South Africa, wildlife, and South African history. I will never forget this experience. Sue was an excellent driver, only wish she wouldn't turn around to look at us while talking and driving... although no issues, just a bit uncomfortable.
Wildlife Safaris was excellent in explaining all their options, and responded immediately to any questions we had while making the arrangements... Thanks Christine!
I plan to take my husband back again later this year, and would deal with no other company than WS... Thanks!!
Review about Chobe National Park by Cesar
River safaris are something unique you can enjoy here and in Okavango Delta. Approaches to wild animals could be very close and dawn in Chobe river provide amazing colors.