SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best travel organisor ever
We never went on a safari with Paul, but he helped us setup up an amazing trip to Mafia Island including flights and transfer. He's polite, knowledgeable and professional. I can really recommend him.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The safari was a fun experience but communication was difficult.
Overall experience was nice, food was average, tour guide was knowledgeable. A variety of experiences was challenges but was rewarding. The most difficult time was the beginning process with making final payment and change in safari package which caused an extra day stay. This was inconvenient and conflicted with other schedules. There was no insurance, warning of roads and safety. Driving up the mountain with no guard rails and the driver was driving fast and sometimes cloudy and raining.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
First class and top notch. An experience of a lifetime.
Kudos to Odyssey for such a wonderful experience from planning to final execution. It was with a little fear and trepidation that I left Canada for a country that is so totally different from the comforts we have here in North America. But my fears were soon alleviated when we arrived at our first accommodation. It was far superior than I had anticipated and it set the bar for the rest of the journey. We were greeted at the Nairobi airport by Erastus, our guide and driver for the duration of our stay. I can't say enough about how wonderful our experience was, Erastus was so knowledgeable about the animals and their habits and was able to locate the big 5 within the first two days. Our interaction with the staff at all campsites was first class, they couldn't seem to do enough to ensure our stay was memorable and all our needs were met. It was a magical experience thanks to Mark Cahill and his staff at Odyssey Safaris and the planning that went into making our trip so wonderful. A big thank you to Erastus, he is a wonderful Ambassador for Kenya and takes great pleasure in showing us foreigners his country. As far as recommending Odyssey Safaris as a tour operator, out of 10, they have a 15 in my books. Thanks again.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely wonderful and enjoyable
I thought the safari was great and seeing so many animals was wonderful. Camp Bastion was nice although it would have been nice to have a bit more free time there so we could use the pool and have a relax.
The only negative is that it is a long drive- nothing can be done about this but it was tiring.
Guides, service, accommodation - all excellent. Will be coming back!
We had never been on safari before, but as we were going to be in South Africa on business, we decided to take the opportunity to explore Kruger using a safari company. We did not want the hassle of having to figure everything out ourselves with regard to accommodation, driving through the park etc as we had very little time to plan this trip. So, we took the 4 day panorama route, staying one night just outside Kruger, one night inside, and one night in Balule private reserve. We were a group of three, and were joined for two days by another couple. Our guides were Sue (the first 2 days) and Clive (last 2 days), and they were fantastic - very informative and knowledgeable about all creatures big and small, and good company to boot. They took care of all the arrangements, and we were impressed at how they sorted out even the most minor issues quickly and efficiently (such as being served slowly at a lodge restaurant - like I say, minor details). The accommodation was lovely everywhere that we stayed. To cap it all, Clive took us back to the airport in record time, leaving us plenty of time before our flight home (something we had initially been a bit concerned about before booking!). I have already been recommending this company to friends, and would love to go back on another trip with these guys. Thanks a lot Sue and Clive :)
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once-in a lifetime- experience
My friend and I had an amazing time basking in nature and learning from Thosu, our guide, and Russell, our chef.
We saw so much wildlife within the 4 nights/5 days we stayed camping in Moremi/Savuti/Chobe. Thosu and Russell made sure we felt comfortable and safe. They were accommodating about our vegetarian/vegan diet, as well. I was in awe at their breadth of knowledge and being able to tell what bird we just spotted only by looking at its flight pattern—even without binoculars!
The highlight was being in the quiet of nature and waking up to the sounds of elephants eating leaves off trees around us and seeing hippos in a nearby stream. Our guides always made our safety of the utmost priority.
I highly recommend this Safari and the services of Thosu and Russell.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect
It was our second trip to Kenia, and the organization and Lodges were much better, than the first time travelling by Meisers Weltreisen.
Very nice Loges, nice Driver and we felt very comfortable. Thanks a lot
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Thornybush Safari
Our safari to Thornybush Game Reserve preceded a three week trip to Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana. We saw the most wildlife during our time in South Africa. The people were generally welcoming and enthusiastic.
We did arrange a 4 hour trip to Soweto from our hotel at OR Tambo Airport. This was most instructive. Our visit to the Hector Pieterson Museum was as inspiring as the one to the Nelson Mandela Museum.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
happy vacation in kenya
Hi i enjoy that safari in kenya.i feel like at home very exclent service.mr peter are very good man helpful i suggest all who travel kenya take this company service.thx
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We had a wonderful safari in Kruger!
Our visit to Kruger National Park with Wild Planet Safaris was wonderful. We were fortunate to see the "big five" (including a confrontation between lions and buffaloes), many other animals, and many birds as well, a special interest for us. Our guide Darren was very experienced and did an excellent job, and his assistant Lungisani was also very good, including fine cooking. We stayed in tents (with cots), which were comfortable. Our trip included stays at Skukuza camp and Satara camp, and the facilities at both were very good. We chose to use a high, open safari vehicle, which gave us good views. The morning and evening outings could be cool, and we were glad to have an extra layer of clothes, and a blanket was provided as needed. Both the pick up at our hotel in Jo'burg and the shuttle to the airport at the end of our visit went smoothly. Both the safari and the other aspects of our trip to South Africa were a wonderful experience. We found people warm and helpful, the food and facilities were fine, and we had excellent weather.
