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Hell's Gate
Pickup from airport was great. Had to stop in Nairobi to exchange my dollars into KS which was inconvenient.
Lake Naivasu and Hell's gate were a good day trip. The best part of the Hell's gate was touring the canyons. This was somewhat unusual for me as a Masai joined us and took over the tour (good because he went further and different then our guide would have). Bad because he also wanted to be paid at the end which turned into an issue. My guides were friendly, the car for transport pretty basic.
IT
Cats, bucks, and dust
They say that Kalahari lions are the most beautiful in the world. They are.
They say that the Kgalagadi Park is the best park to see cats. It is.
The park is relatively small, with just two main road following the beds of the two rivers.
The landscapes are not amazing.
But the cats surely are! If you stay a few days. it is most probable that you will spot not only lions, but cheetahs and leopards.
I went in June, at the beginning of the dry season: a lot of dust and low vegetation, perfect if you are a photographer.
If you are not staying the the main camp, you need to be self-accommodated and self-catering. Be well organised for the night, since it gets really cold.
I was self-driving, and I had a 4x4. A 4x4 is not necessary (good dirt roads in the park), but for sure it makes your trip more confortable.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A truly memorable safari experience
From my first contact with James, I was very impressed with his willingness as well as personal interest to sorting out what we wanted. We did a 4 days safari to Ngorongoro which I will never forget. The food was awesome, our tented camps were clean and hygienic. I highly recommend Blue Ocean Safaris .
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
2 night stay at Chobe Safari Lodge in Botswana and Rai Ikane Sunset Cruise at Victoria Falls.
Rai Ikane Sunset Cruise was perfect - small boat and only 4 of us on board with plenty of nice quality food and drinks. The captain in particular was very welcoming.
Chobe Safari Lodge - ideal location and the river rooms were of a very good standard and very comfortable. The boat safaris were very good, particularly the one we did in a private boat (which was also very good value for money). We had 2 dinner meals across the road at the bush lodge - the service and quality of food were exceptional, the highlight of our stay.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Amboseli National Park by Tim
I rate the birding high because it was absolutely packed with flamingo's. Lots of elephants and the savannah looked beautiful from the observation point.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Aberdare National Park by Tim
Absolute stunning scenery, most beautiful park I visited based on the landscape. Not touristy at all. We even spotted a few animals and got quite close with an elephant, but wildlife seemed somewhat rare.
docking a point based on that (although not important) as well as the fact that it is quite difficult to reach and traverse at some points.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Lake Nakuru National Park by Adele Blanchette
spent our time ob crescent island was wonderful to walk with the amimals
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Customer service and very professional
We had occasion to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro on August 9th. 2014 and had it not been for this outfitter, we would not have accomplished such a feat. We had started to prepare for the climb about a year befire and spent much time determining which outfitter to use. We were concerned because 4 of the 5 climbers in our group were over 55 and one, who was 67, had a heart condition. Our tour operator had recommended Kilele Savane, but we found scant information on the web about this outfitter. We asked for references, which were supplied, but none responded to our inquiries. We also asked a bunch of questions about equipment, food, conditions etc. and all were answered very professionally. In the end we decided to take the plunge after the tour operator mentioned that the owner of Kilele, Frank Mella, had himself been a guide, climbed the mountain hundreds of times in 20 years and that her own daughter had used this outfit.
It turns out that our fears were unfounded - we could not have asked for a better team. We had 19 porters, a cook, two assistant guides and a head guide - a total of 23 support team members. The guides were incredible with a total of over 500 climbs between them. Without their expertise and patience, we would not have made this grueling ascent or descent.
Other little things made such a difference to our experience. Flight delays and lost luggage were handled with ease. Frank himself provided ground transportation to a late-arriving participant, taking him directly to the gate so he could catch up to the rest. He also provided his own sleeping bag, back pack and poles to one whose luggage did not make it. Then there were the times when Patrick (aka Marathon Man) brought us tea one hour before we reached each camp just to lift our sagging spirits. Last, but not least, were the delicious meals and snacks provided by out Masai cook Samson and served by the ever-considerate Ezron. What a team!
I would not hesitate to recommend Kilele Savane and the three guides that made all the difference - John Lyimo , Nyanda Benedicto and Ruta. Their strength, sensitivity and knowledge were astounding.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Karoo National Park by Bryan
Karoo National Park is a scenic gem in the heart of the arid Karoo. Wildlife is quite limited and mostly comprises various antelope species but it has a unique character and fascination. Accommodation is typical National Parks self catering chalets and there is an on-site restaurant. A fossil trail and various guided and unguided walks are available. It can get very hot in summer.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Golden Gate Highlands National Park by Bryan
Golden gate has beautiful mountain scenery and this is its biggest attraction. There is a hotel in the park as well as typical National Parks Camps with self catering rondavels and chalets.