IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Safari low cost
The Safari we did with Debby agency fully met our expectations and corrisponde to what we agreed on. Debby was very helpful and flexible, open to meet our needs. we really loved the experience. Thanks Debby! we absolutly recommend Debby agency!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very good budget safari
We had a 4 day safari in Masai Mara and lake Nakuru. We had a minivan with pop up roof. James was a great guide who enjoyed his job and was good in spotting the animals. We saw a lot of animals thanks to him. He also helped us a lot with finding transport to our next destination which was hard just before Christmas. The accommodations were basic but fine, as what you can expect from this budget safari. We (group of 4 students) really liked it and would recommend this safari.
EE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari. Fantastic safari guide.
Safari was even more what we expected. Moses as a safari guide was fantastic - very experienced and good driver.
FI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our guide & driver Moses was the best guide we could ever wish for.
The communication before the safari was excellent. We got to plan our safari exactly based on our needs and desires. There were some slight changes in accommodation but we were informed about everything in advance and it was actually an upgrade :)
The safari itself was an amazing experience! Our guide&driver Moses was the best guide we could ever wish for. Moses is a very nice person. He went above and beyond and work very hard to show us all the animals and made our time and money totally worth!
We faced some problems with payment but in the end, it was resolved and I believe Taste of Afrike won't allow this to happen in the future.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Prompt replies to questions, knowledgeable, helpful making arrangements.
From my first inquiry to my last questions about trip details Aileen was most helpful and prompt in replying. Our guide, Joseph, arrived at hotel on time, was knowledgeable about Nairobi, and Maasai Mara. The jeep was comfortable, the lodge lovely with very good food. Joseph "found" all the animals we hoped to see with exception of leopard. We felt very fortunate to see giraffes, zebras, lions, cheetahs, a few wildebeest (most in Serengetti at this time of year), and one rhino! I recommend working with Tamasha Arika!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Safari with Mudy
In January we went on six-day safari with Mudy from Planet Reserve. We started in Tarangire NP, then Lake Manyara, Serengeti and the Ngorogoro crater. We booked online, and the communication went well, and everything was well arranged. My friend had some special dietary requests, and they looked well after this. Mudy knew how to be at the right time at the right place, we saw many interesting things, and he always manouvered his car in such a way that we had a great view! If I am allowed to give some uplifting feedback; he should become a bit more knowledgeable on animal facts/behaviour etc. He could not answer many questions. But overall we had a great time, and awesome photos :)
PT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very good safari
The people were very nice with us, and the safari in ngorogoro was amazing. We reccomend this company!!
US
Andrew was excellent and very helpful . He made sure I am completely satisfied.
Yes very much. I would like to recommend to my friends and family .
I felt little expensive, but overall good experience.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very efficient and reactive travel agency.
The communication was really clear and the agency really reactive.
The service was correct and we travelled with a lovely guide.
The tour was magic and wonderful.
I recommand bluerange safari.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Some Highlights and some low-lights
I had a lot of back and forth with Raja in preparation to book our 10 day tour, for my husband and I. We were told several times that everything was included in the price except tips (gratuities) and any additional beverages like soft drinks or alcohol. We were also told that we would need visas. We did out best to research online but trusted Raja to arrange the rest.
Highlights:
Raja chose and organized some pretty amazing accommodations and kind, knowledgeable drivers. We saw all the animals and had some memorable wild life moments and accommodations.
Low lights:
Raja neglected to tell us a few very costly things.
1. We arranged to go to a village tour. We were told that the price was included and that it would be around $30 USD per person. We got to the village and were told (quite bluntly) to cough up the cash before we proceeded any further. And it was going to be $50 USD per person. Upon entering, we had a quick walk around their village. A few unenthusiastic songs. A fire demo (where they tried to convince my husband to buy the stick fire starter for an additional $50 USD-- fat chance). And then we were badgered to "slowly slowly slowly" emphasis on the slowly, walk around their market where they kept saying how everything was homemade in the village. Which was a joke because they had the metal parts for bottle openers and key rings that were obviously mass manufactured. We left very disappointed.
2. Raja neglected to tell us that we needed vaccinations for Tanzania. So at the border, we spent an additional two hours in a sketchy "medical office" where they created "documents" stated we had had our yellow fever shots. Now you might wonder why my husband and I didn't look into it before hand? To be honest we did. Or at least we tried. We were under the impression that we didn't need anything. Again, you might think this was our fault but as a tour operator being paid thousands of dollars and as a local Tanzanian, why didn't he tell us. Every person passing through the border had their yellow fever papers in hand so it's something everyone must do-- thus not exactly a secret.
3. Raja neglected to tell us to get a certain kind of visa in Kenya. There are single entry and multi-entry visas. We started in Kenya, went to Tanzania and then back to Kenya to fly home. Upon attempting to reenter Kenya, we had to pay an additional $50 USD per person for a second single visit visa. As opposed to the multi-entry visa that we could have gotten the first time for $80 USD.
In conclusion, we had a very thorough trip to Africa. WE saw all the animals, even the rhino. So we are in no rush to hurry back and see more. We stayed at amazing places -- special shout out to Serengeti Tortillis. And we had very knowledgeable drivers-- Geoff and Manase. If anyone is considering going to Africa, GO WITH A TOUR! As a north american, you have no idea how aggressive the locals can be when they see white people. Having someone there with you who is fluent in Swahili and English saved us so much hassle and concern. And driving in the parks was actually wild !! Even as Canadians who know how to quad (off road 4 x 4) and drive in the snow, we wouldn't have been able to manoeuvre the roads and the MUD!