RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent safari in Kenya & Tanzania
We did 11-days Nakuru/Naivasha/Masai Mara /Serengeti/Ngorongoro/Manyara/Tarangire/Amboseli tour. This safari in Kenya and Tanzania was our first, and it exceeded all our expectations. Noah Kuti and his team did a great job. We loved every aspect of our tour. Everything went very smoothly and was very well organized. The accommodation was wisely selected to cover variety of lodges, resorts and tented camps in both central (and crowded with fellow tourists) and more remote (quiet and exclusive) parts of the parks. We liked the diversity. The tour route was planned very well. Some of the parks we chose ourselves, but additional recommendations from Noah were spot on. And I just need to tell you about our guides. They were amazing. Especially our guide in Kenya Ronnie, very knowledgeable and sharing our passion for photography. We saw the Big 5 in first three days with him, numerous spotting of rhinos, cats hunting, kills, cats with cubs, etc. I have some 5000 photos from the trip. Thanks guys! I can definitely recommend the Wildebeest Safaris Ltd to everyone who is looking for an excellent safari experience.
And of course the parks themselves were truly beautiful. Exceptional scenic beauty and wildlife in abundance. We would love to come back someday!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The trip of a lifetime!
Thank you for a perfect trip and a wonderful adventure. The plans worked perfectly, and accommodations were fine. We preferred the Park to the private game reserve, though folks there were also very accommodating and friendly. “Hippo Hollow” was also fun, and a great way to end the trip.
Most importantly, Anthony Hawell (Hoppie) was a fantastic guide, on every dimension. He is extremely knowledgeable, and knew the answers to all of our questions. It is clear that he loves the Park, and this made touring with him a very special experience. He led us to remarkable sightings, including a beautiful leopard and so many lovely birds. He would pull into some amazing sight, like a watering hole with a variety of animals to see, and quietly point out key features, giving us plenty of time to absorb what was there, and ask lots of questions. We never felt rushed or pressured. He took excellent care of us. In addition he was delightful company, so funny and kind, and quickly came to be a real friend, not merely a guide. I especially enjoyed the after-tour, stimulating conversations, over dinner or drinks, where I learned a great deal. It was a trip of a lifetime, and I will never forget it.
PT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience with It Started in Africa!
Just returned from a 5-day safari organised by It Started in Africa, what an outstanding experience! Our safari exceeded any expectation I ever had.
We visited Tarangire Park, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, the itinerary was great. We saw lot of animals and most of them really close! It was so exciting!
The team was fantastic! We chose a group safari and I couldn’t be happier with our ‘safari-mate’ Satish! What an incredible person to share this experience! Jonhson, our guide, was kwnoledgeable, familiar with local environment, nature and wildlife. He’s also an excellent driver and always kind! Pascal, our cook, was amazing! The food was incredible and soooo tasty! He was also so polite that we were grateful to have him in our team.
Thanks to all the people that made this experience unforgettable: Mathias, Andrew, Ludi and all the people in the guest house.
I would like to make special mention of João Oliveira (Marketing/Operations Manager).He was very helpful in all subjects and sent prompt responses. He was a big help in the planning of the entire trip and always friendly.
I must say that was an unforgettable experience with the most fantastic group we could ever wish, I would happily go to a safari with It Starded in Africa again and again!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unbelievable wildlife and cultural experience with Ecobushman.
Isaac has an in depth knowledge and understanding of things natural and cultural in his native land along with the skill and enthusiasm to pass these on. We have been lucky enough to have enjoyed two expeditions with Isaac and would be back now given the opportunity. Don’t expect the ordinary - be prepared for experiences beyond those of the commonplace supermarket quality expeditions to see the big five if he organises your tour.
If you are fortunate enough to travel with Isaac, this might include such memorable experiences as:
stopping to right an upturned leopard tortoise, taking a detour to a lake formed by witchcraft and dancing like a sarus crane to teach children the value of the wildlife on their doorstep, giving a handshake with heretofore unknown significance to a man selling a cow in a remote market town – (Isaac sorted out my error with the greatest of good humour; I didn’t know that I had sealed a bargain to purchase the beast – he warned me there and then not to shake hands with the man stood with his three daughters!), adding a few pages to your bird book, eating the best fried tilapia in East Africa, hobnobbing with friends on a remote hill tea plantation, cooking eggs in a geyser to an audience of the entire Nairobi Girls Choir, enjoying an outdoor sauna over the “wife burner”, learning the subtle differences between the river nilot and the plains nilot, pausing to phone someone because a “new” bird just moved in to the region, getting up very early at least once to experience a breathtaking sunrise on the savannah, being forced to wait for your barbecued goat whilst the cook’s boy chased your supper down the road, having the opportunity to take that iconic fish eagle shot – (Oh well there’s always the next time to get it perfect!), sitting around the camp fire late at night with a couple of Tuskers curing each of Africa’s problems in turn and if you are very fortunate having the chance to meet his wonderful family and making a lifelong friendship.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
This clue is in the company name but we felt we really got our money's worth and had a GREAT time.
Everything went smoothly, excellent communication with the office and ground staff. A friend recommended this company after her two student sons and young friends used them. Excellent value.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing Safari with Makasa
We used Makasa Tanzania Safaris for a trip to Ngorongoro Crater and had an amazing time! We saw a ton of animals, a Maasai village and beautiful scenery. Our driver Jamal was knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. Prior to our trip I was in email communication with one of the owners (Selma), who was just as great as Jamal. Selma answered our questions, booked us at a fantastic lodge (Endoro Lodge) and was very professional. I will be returning to TZ this winter and fully intend to book with Maksa again. Thanks for making our trip memorable!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome day tour in Ngorongoro
We just had one day available so that's what we wanted to see, the crater, and boy it was amazing! They took us there really really early so that we could make the most of the day. We saw a lioness hunting, cheetahs, huge huge huge elephants that were out of this planet. Car was great, driver (Emmanuel) could spot a rhino with just his eyes while we had trouble finding him with our scopes, though the binoculars they gave us were TOP. Highly recommended.
DK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best Safari..
We would hereby give Gecko Safari, Rama Mo and Said Nganga our beset recommendations. We travelled to Tanzania in July 2014. Before our departure we contacted Gecko Safaris the email correspondence was very easy and Rama Mo very fast understood our wishes and put together a perfect program for our safari. We went to Udzungwa Mountains and Seleous nature reserve. Every question we had regarding the trip was swiftly answered by Rama Mo. The price for the safari was very reasonable compared to other tour operators. When we arrived in Dar es Salam everything was exactly as planned, we had Said Nganga as our guide and driver for the 6 days. He was an excellent guide with an enormous knowledge about his country; plants, animals, history geographic and politics. He was friendly, professional, funny and very good company during the trip. Furthermore he is the best driver; Fast, but all the time safe driving on dirt roads, with crazy African traffic. On the safari we saw any animal you could expect, even several lions, all due to Said´s knowledge and skills. Accommodation and food on the trip was all very nice. All in all a perfect planned and fantastic trip thanks to Rama and Said.
Best regards Lotte, Tyge, Oskar and Stine
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
safari to Masaai Mara was a credible experience ever.
Pumba Expedition Travel & Tours offer the best service,they are very hospitable and have unique features. I went to Masaai Mara for 3 days and this was the best safari ever that i can attest and there are no regrets because of the excellent services provided and i cannot wait to travel to other part of the world with the quality service of Pumba Expedition Travel & Tours. I encourage others to try Pumba and you will never regret.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, nice accommodations, perfect logistics, enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide
Makasa offers tailor made safaris. Based on your preferences and budget they compose the safari holiday of your desire. The accommodations were nice and all the transport in Tanzania was well arranged. Our guide really contributed to the success and joy of our holiday. He was enthusiastic, friendly, extremely knowledgeable about the animals and nature, and - last but not least - he was a very safe driver. Since a safari is pretty intense, we were happy to relax a couple of days at Zanzibar. In sum: a great experience! We certainly want to recommend Makasa.