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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing MUST DO experience
This tour was exactly what I needed.
It’s been my mom’s dream vacation to experience an African Safari and this tour delivered!
It was budget friendly which I really needed being that I was footing the entire bill for the two of us lol, while still providing priceless memories.
We got to see all of the big 5 on day 2/6!!!
Our guide was awesome though atm I can’t remember his name. Visiting the village was humbling and I’ll cherish the time spent.
You do have to get used to the tent life. There’s no power during majority of the day, cold showers, not much variety of food but this is a budget friendly tour. Win some, lose some lol.
I’d do it all over again with the exception of the first camp, would opt for the nicer stay up the street.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent value for money!!!
I wanted to go for safari trip with 2 teenage boys (18 and 16). 4 days trip. I sent enquiries to 15 different companies asking for quotation of a tailor made offer (4 days safari: 2 nights in nyani camp site - Serengeti and 1 night in Kitela lodge - Ngorongoro). Salim (owner of this business) was not only the first to respond but also best in price! The service was beyond my expectations (I did safari before so knew what to expect). Salim booked a very experienced driver (Godson) who was driving fast but safely and carefully. Salim did an extra mile to fulfil my needs (Great migration watching at Mara river) and went beyond: cleaned up the car last day for Ngorongoro, got us extra meal for last dinner (outside of offer) before flight departure and hired a great cook (Adari) always smiling and with positive approach. All in all great business and fully recommended!
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65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly and professional
I can't praise them enough this trip is etched in my memory for ever. We had very close encounters with lions and a cheetah which I put down to our guides excellent knowledge. Saw two Wildebeest Mara river crossings in one day, each with 20000 plus animals. It looked like the highs of one day were eclipsed by the high of the next day. When asked about the safari this is what I tell them.
The travel time was horrendous I live in the USA 19hrs going 22hrs on the return.
Jet lag was horrendous 7hrs time difference.
Extremely rough rough roads, makes our rough washboard roads seem like the interstate.
Yes it was worth it was
PHENOMENAL!!!!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A friendly and knowledgeable safari company!
We had an awesome 6-day "Great Migration" tour in Tanzania and Kenya in September. Sele and Fred were amazing tour guides and extremely knowledgeable. We had a lot of fun together and really enjoyed how they would get us the best spots for animal viewing. We saw everything (big 5) we wanted to, and so much more. I highly recommend this company. Everything went very smoothly and it was truly a once in a lifetime experience.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The only regret is that we didn’t book a longer safari!
I went on a 5 day safari in September 2019 with two friends and James was our tour guide. James is warm, friendly, and a good human being!
More than that, James was so knowledgeable about the places we visited and the animals we saw. He knew where to go and when, and told us all about each animal in detail. We trusted James’s tips and guidance and he made the whole experience amazing. There were other vacationers on safari that were jealous we had seen animals that are rarely spotted in the wild!
Don’t look any further if you’re searching for an amazing person and tour guide. James made our trip absolutely unforgettable, and I can’t wait to see James again when I go back to Africa.
Do yourself a favor, book with James, and trust all his judgement and guidance on safari. You won’t regret it for a single moment!
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65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent at providing comprehensive package and answering any and all questions promptly.
My primary goal was to see Victoria Falls, and do a safari (my first) since already in Africa. After research on Safaribookings.com, I found that Gondwana offered the most attractive package. I worked with Mark at Gondwana who not only answered all questions, including those I wasn't smart enough to ask, but also made suggestions to improve the affordability. Final result was an fantastic experience not only at Victoria Falls, but Hwange National Park and Matopos as well. The amount and variety of wildlife I was amazing. And the lodging at Vic Falls (Batonka Lodge), Hwange (Ivory Lodge), and Matopos (Amalinda Lodge) was well beyond anything I was expecting. The service was amazing: they truly do anticipate your needs before you think to ask. With Mark's suggestions, the trip was more affordable than I had expected and everything went according to plan. I have nothing but positive to convey about the entire trip.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable day trip to Tarangire National Park
Absolutely amazing day trip to Tarangire National Park. Thanks to our excellent driver William we were in the park before anyone else and experienced a truly magic tour through the wide landscapes of Tarangire. We spottet Lions, Giraffes, Elephants, warthogs, Zebras, wilder beasts and lots of impressive birds, amongst them we surprised a Volture having a meal on the ground. A group of elephants crossed our path and were just an arm length away. I have to say the trip exceeded our expectations and we felt very safe and comfortable with the team. Highly recommended!
MX
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
James is passionate and makes you feel at home
If I could give this experience more than 5 stars I would. I learned so much during the tour and got to experience some really rare sightings like the famous fab 5 hunting down their meal, a white rhino and a leopard casually strolling by our van. James is so passionate and knowledgeable about the safari and will take you through an unforgettable experience. He is an amazing person too, always taking care of his community and colleagues throughout the tours.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Always fantastic, reliable and safe to do your safari in Kenya
I’ve already done another safari with Africa Starpal Safaris to Nairobi National park and also one to Amboseli a few years ago when i was in kenya.
It has been always an unforgettable experience up todays so i decided to do another safari for 5 days.
The vehicles are in good condition and comfortable and the guides are safe drivers and they really taking care of you and know how to spot the wildlife at the parks, always briefing you every morning made me see how this company was organized and value their clients. When we finish our safari Paul always call and talked to us to make sure that everything was satisfying and if any issue they need to check on.
Can’t wait to be back again and do more safari with them!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly knowledgeable friendly & efficient.
Saw all of the great cats , elephants, rhinos & giraffes as well as everything you would want to encounter in a safari. Also well worth the money!!! Will do it again!