BR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was perfect!
The experience was excellent from start to finish. We did a 6-day safari, with "game drives" every day. Our driver and guide were amazing, doing everything possible to help us see as many animals as possible, and in the best way. We opted for the MidRange package, and everything was very good. The food was good, and every day the hotels prepared our lunch in individual kits, even for us vegetarians, there were good options. The hotels also exceeded our expectations. We paid $1,450 per person, plus a $40 fee for the advance deposit transfer. It is definitely a company you can trust.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Honesty
What can I say but what great service honesty and integrity Jt Safaris was the highlight of our holiday .
The team he used for our Masai Mara safaris was so knowledgable and polite they made it a holiday we will never forget
We got to see the big 5 and the ugly big 5 and had lunch twice in the Mara which was amazing
Everything from take off at Diani beach onwards Julius was on point with everything that he had arranged.
A totally trustworthy company I would highly reccomend a private vehicle as you will get a much more personal service
We stayed at Mara Maisha campsite which was out of this world the staff there and camp were also out of this world
The food was the best ever
Thank you so much Julius and the team
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience
We booked a 5-day tour with Antonio’s in August 2024 and stayed at Amboseli, Lake Naivasha and Maasai Mara for five nights. We met our driver Tony at our hotel in the morning on the first day and on the last day since our flight was at 11pm so we asked him to take us to the shopping mall and dinner. He dropped us off at the airport around 8pm. Through the trip Tony arranged the daily itinerary including check in at the camps, taking care of the park tickets and boat tour, planing stops to rest and shop on the route. He knows both parks and surrounding areas very well(driving without a map) and took us to see all the animals. The car was a modified Land Cruiser with open roof, one of those commonly used in safari. We booked Fairmont Mara Club ourselves and the company was able to customize the package based on that. All communication was done through WhatsApp and emails before the trip and once we got there we kept using WhatsApp with our driver Tony. We forgot to bring US 100 notes after 2009 (for counterfeit reasons) for the remaining balance of the tour but the company allowed us to pay with credit card. So please remember this if you don’t want to pay the 4% fee. Overall we will give a five star rating to the whole experience. Highly recommend.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lucky and Nadine were amazing at helping me check off the big 5
Lucky, Nadine and Andy were amazing and so thoughtful. Making the big trip from Canada and traveling alone here to South Africa they were not only accommodating & friendly they also made me feel safe and comfortable seeing these animals close up for the first time. They all and in particular Andy reassured me that for the most part animals are not the problem as they are only trying to protect themselves. This safari opened up a whole new world for me that I will forever cherish. Thanks to Lucky, Nadine and Andy ❤️🇨🇦
SG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, honest, ethical & high quality - 100% recommended
We booked a 7-day private safari for our family of three (two parents and a toddler) through Jungle Roam and couldn’t be happier with our decision. While we are fairly well-travelled, including in Africa and not always in luxurious conditions, it was our very first time in Kenya and we didn’t know what to expect.
Before we came, Chesi from Jungleroam went the extra mile to customise a great package that could fit our budget, including visits to Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru and of course the Masai Mara. In hindsight, the mix of hotels was a bit uneven, with some of them quite a bit more luxurious than the others, but this was all clearly advertised and the final list was our decision - something we had actually insisted on, so I’m happy with it.
Our driver-guide for the tour was Roger, who did a brilliant job. Roger is a skilled driver, handling the car safely and smoothly on all terrains. He is extremely punctual, professional, honest and meticulous. He shares his extensive knowledge of the history, culture, geography and wildlife of Kenya, and we especially appreciated his strong ethics and respect for the nature around us. Thanks to his skills we were able to see the Big Five close up in just a few hours, but without ever troubling the wildlife around us. Roger was also very generous with his time, and managed to squeeze an additional unplanned stop on our itinerary on Lake Naivasha, taking us on a beautiful boat ride even though this meant that we only reached Masai Mara later in the evening and he had to drive the last stretch of bumpy road through the night.
Our only regret is that due to the fact that our hotels didn’t offer accommodation for the drivers, we couldn’t get to spend much time together in the evenings.
I wholeheartedly recommend Roger and Chesi from Jungle Roam for anyone who wants to have a great time in Kenya
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Perfection!
Our driver was punctual, educative, helpful, and kind. While we didn't manage to see all the big five, we were able to see a few animals including lions, zebras, and crocodiles, just to mention a few.
This trip was also definitely good value for money, and I can't wait to use this company again!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We loved everything about our stay
We had a 4 days and 3 nights safari with Bogosik and his crew: everything was perfect from the beginning till the end.
It's not a "deluxe" safari, but it wasn't what we were looking (and paid) for!
The food was great, the guides were perfect, we had great time with them.... And nature was generous with us! Expecially in Savuti.
Absolutely recommended
CA
8 nights safari in Uganda and Kenya
We booked an 8 night mid-luxury Uganda/Kenya safari with Right Choice.
Uganda part was handled by another tour operator (we found out this once we start our tour in Uganda) partnered with Right Choice. We stayed four nights in Uganda in three different locations therefore it was far more complex than Kenya which required arrangement of multiple bush planes and ground transportation. That tour operator did a remarkable job on timeliness and open communication.
The Kenya part of our travel started with a few hiccups but in the end George made it right for us. In general, George is very responsive and replied all my emails in a day before our trip. However, you have to ask for everything (the itinerary, the flight details, tour guide contact info, etc.). If you do prefer a hands-off approach (i.e. tour operator shares prior info such as on vaccination, visa requirements, etc) on your travel booking, you may feel slightly uncomfortable. This was not a big deal for us as we did our research and asked George for the parts we were not clear (i.e. luggage restrictions on bush planes).
The success and enjoyment from safari is highly dependent on the guide and safari vehicle. Our guide, Jacob, in Masai Mara did a fantastic job to ensure we had the best sightings and a great safari experience. He had in-depth knowledge on the flora, fauna and the region as well as close ties with the community there. Besides from the excellent sightings and life-time memories, we learned a lot from Jacob. He truly deserves a five star.
Our safari vehicle was a land cruiser but a bit outdated with broken suspensions (we found out this when we were driven on another land cruiser on the same terrain, it was way less bumpy), a non-functioning inverter (this is needed to power the outlets in the vehicle to charge electronic devices) and middle-row, back windows were almost impossible to open. Although it was two of us on a seven-seater vehicle with a pop-up roof, we needed to open windows for great photo shoots depending on the vehicle's position on specific sighthings. Jacob was kind enough to jump in the back and open them for us with excess force when needed.
I also would like to mention about our driver, Steve, in Nairobi. He was a thoughtful gentleman with a nice car drove us to the pharmacy due to my medical condition before our flight.
In summary, we enjoyed our 8 night safari and thanks to everyone (tour operators, drivers, guides and amazing people we met on the road) who made it possible for us.
FI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience!
Anna and her family are the most welcoming hosts ever. Anna is extremely helpful and always available to answer questions. She truly went above and beyond to ensure I had an unforgettable trip, even checking in on me after the safari to make sure everything was okay.
Anna’s daughters are also very friendly and made me feel like part of the family. They showed me around the city on the day of my arrival and helped me to get a local SIM card.
The safari was an amazing experience, and I couldn’t have chosen a better tour operator. Thank you, Anna and the team, for helping me to have the most memorable birthday of my life. ❤️
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Superb
I had an amazing experience with Kisangara on the safari* .
The 4-day duration was just perfect, and we covered all the main parks, even getting to see the Big 5 animals. Suricata did a great job arranging our accommodations, and the locals were incredibly friendly. Our guide Tumaini was truly exceptional and incredibly knowledgeable about the animals. I would definitely recommend this as the trip of a lifetime! Big thanks to Tumaini, and hopefully, we can meet again in a couple of years.