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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Rikke was great to work with!
This was our first safari trip, and I decided to go with Go2Africa. Working with Rikke was a great experience. She was very helpful, and answered tons of questions that we had (some repeatedly). She worked with our custom needs and budgets. On top of all this, our Safari/CapeTown trip was excellent! We stayed at Elephants Plain Lodge and Thorny Bush Main Lodge for Safari's, which were EXCELLENT!! Then in CapeTown we stayed at Walden House which was OK. I wasn't too delighted with their service.
Hi Maurice
It was a nice surprise to meet you too in Arusha, I wasn't expecting to see you but it's always good to put a face to a name. Thanks for coming to meet us. I was extremely happy with the communication from you prior to making my booking. You always responded promptly. You also went out of your way to tailor a holiday to suit our interests and budget. Both of these factors encouraged me to book with your company. You seemed professional, your website appeared professional and you offered to Skype. Your attention to detail and promptness was reassuring. Our driver/guide was excellent. We were very happy with his knowledge and expertise in finding the animals and providing information. He was attentive and looked after us well. He was a safe and competent driver and we enjoyed his company as he spoke good English and was clearly experienced. All these skills and factors added to the enjoyment of our trip. The standard of the accommodation was excellent and service good wherever we stayed. We were lucky enough to get upgraded from Tloma to Kitela Lodge which was a pleasing and lovely bonus! I would certainly recommend your company to friends and family. I certainly hope to come back to East Africa again and would use your organization if booking a safari or activity holiday. Our trip exceeded my expectations in terms of standard of accommodation, service and enjoyment. I would like to thank you again and wish your Organization every success for the future. Please let me know if this is the feedback you require and whether you have any further queries. Many thanks again.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organised Safari
This was our first Safari and it was a nerve wrecking experience to book something suitable within our budget. The booking procedure by Safarihub was very straight forward and their assistance in tailor making a Safari was second to none. Our tour driver was very friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed what the Tanzanian National parks have to offer. We look forward to booking our second Safari in the not so distant future.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
fun and excitement
We have been on a number of trips with Best Camping Tours and Safaris and really enjoy them. All staff are so helpful, professional and friendly, and eager to please. Nothing is too much for them. Accommodation is always clean and suitable, lodges and sites are excellent, meals are more than adequate and of very fine standards.
We always see plenty of game...often animals that others miss. It is never rushed and there is always plenty of time for photos and just looking.
All is so professional, yet friendly and relaxed. We certainly recommend this company to both seasoned safari goers and to novices
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
they are professional, respect your needs and they provide all services offered and negotited
I did a good travelwith this agency during Christams period and I suggest it, because the offer different kind of journey, accomodation and in general services aligned to your espects and needs.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Bucket List
Everything went to plan and the Bush House at Madikwe was great. I have no issue recommending Wildlife Safaris or the Bush House.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Afroriginal Tours and Safaris
I have just returned from a 5 day safari with Afroiginal, Aug 2014 from arusha- lake manyra- Serengeti - ngoragoro crater - arusha for 2 people. Our driver/guide Fay was great, he knew so much about the country, environment and animals, he made us feel we were in safe hands the whole time. Fay has an amazing eye for spotting animals and his passion for his work was obvious.
We took the mid range option, staying in reasonable hotels and luxury tents which were all great. Food supplied was also fine.
My only criticisms would be not to take the night game drive as we didn't see much, although the experience was still good and also the time spent in the Serengeti- they are long days of very similar landscape (we were there 2 nights, 3 days). Although we were in the Serengeti and it was still amazing, it could have been improved by knowing where we were on the map and how far we were to travel to that day, although we could have asked, this was an after thought and we enjoyed the time regardless.
Arrangements were made via email with Desiriee who was very helpful, accommodative and gave great advice.
Overall, I would gladly recommend Afroiginal to anyone.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Two week safari with a small private group of friends.
Supportive and knowledgeable tour guides who showed us many beautiful places, animals and birds. Their ability to spot and identify was amazing. Our accommodation was varied and included lodges and camping grounds. All offered something unique, great food and a closeness to the local people. We always felt safe and secure and would recommend Best Camping Tours to everyone.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience at a great value
We had a great experience with Kenya Walking Survivors. We did the 7-Day Kenya Nairobi and Tanzania Serengeti National Park tour. First and foremost, the owner of the company, Otieno, is a true professional. He was always very responsive and called me personally when I first submitted a request for information. Additionally, when our flight was delayed by a day, I was easily able to reach Otieno and he was happy to accommodate us. He reorganized our itinerary so that we were still able to see everything that we had planned to see--just in one less day. Our guide, Mike, was also very personable as was the chef that traveled with us, David. Mike ensured that we got to see as many animals as possible and was understanding of my desire to take a TON of great pictures. He sat and waited patiently while I got the perfect shots. Finally, the amount we paid for the adventure we had was extremely reasonable, especially in comparison to other tour operators. I think Kenya Walking Survivors is able to charge such reasonable fees because the company is locally owned and operated. Also, it was easy to see that Otieno is very hardworking and does much of the work himself so he has very little overhead. There are just a few small reasons that I am giving four stars instead of five. Based on the itinerary, we thought a stop at Olduvai Gorge was included in our tour but it was not. Mike stopped for us anyway, we just had to pay an extra park entry fee. Also, our tent had a hole in it. This wasn't that big of a deal but I was somewhat concerned about mosquitoes getting in. Finally, there could have been a bit more variety in the food that was prepared for us. Don't get me wrong, the food was very good, it just seemed that the same sauce was served each night with a different starch and protein. Overall, as I titled this review, we had an incredible experience at a great value!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful Wild Africa
From my very first call to Wild Africa, I new they would be brilliant. I was looking for a trip that covered - KENYA, TANZANIA & RWANDA. Initially an acceptable request, until I told them I wanted to leave within the next 7 Days.
Robert was extremely knowledgeable, personable and really listened to what we wanted. He immediately discussed great options with me & he knew the companies and people I would be travelling with personally, this gave me great comfort and confidence. For somewhere like Africa you need to know that you are in good hands & Robert at Wild Africa really did reassure me that we would be in good hands and also cover everything we needed. He put together a couple of options that worked together within our budget and time frame. I was delighted that he did all of this for me. I work in the industry and could not have done this as efficiently, as cost effective or as confidently as Robert. I gave Robert 1 week to organise a trip that normally people take a year to plan for. He absolutely came to the party with the urgency I needed to get the holiday I wanted.
Whilst overseas my husband got ill. The tour company personally escorted and stayed with us at all times to make sure we felt comfortable and got looked after. The first phone call we got via the tour guide was Robert to check what was happening and how he could help to make sure we had the rest of our trip sorted or changed, that was by far the best surprise and so helpful for me as I was preoccupied with my husbands condition and doctors. He was outstanding. I will be using Wild Africa for any future trips they cater for. Without a doubt an amazing travel experience - Im so glad I used an expert. Thanks Robert.