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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional organizers (JOYINA)
I recently returned from an unforgettable trip to Kenya, and I can't recommend it enough! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, and the experience exceeded all expectations.
The journey began with a warm welcome from our knowledgeable and friendly guide, who made sure we felt comfortable and informed throughout the trip. The safari experience was beyond words! We saw the "Big Five" up close in their natural habitat, which was truly awe-inspiring. The Masai Mara was everything I imagined and more—stunning landscapes, breathtaking sunsets, and incredible wildlife at every turn.
Big thank for JOYINA for organizing such a trip.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thoroughly professional, reliable and courteous operator
From day 1 of the planning process to execution of the plan during the actual trip, White Plains Safari have been amazing. The itinerary was perfect, personal and met our requirements. The logistics were thoroughly planned and executed. Everything went to plan to the clock and it covered well beyond our expectations. The choice of camps, the food, the accommodation and the travel couldn't have been more comfortable.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommend booking with this company
Very fortunate to be guided by Jack who did a brilliant job in expertly guiding our Safari adventure. He is very experienced as was shown on a number of occasions during our game drives. His expertise shone through for example being able to predict the behaviour of animals and place our vehicle in the optimal position to view the animals without interfering with their natural behaviour. Quickly showed us the big five animals and has an incredible ability to spot animals in varied terrain. Would highly recommend!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible tour agency with the most amazing guide (Jack)
Incredible safari with honestly the best driver we could have asked for (Jack). We saw the big 5, and on top of that, various other amazing animals. On top of that, we were able to stay in authentic accommodation, from being in the bush with the Masai to staying next to Naivasha lake with hippos, zebra, giraffe and Laleesh on the accommodation grounds!
We’ve now recommended these guys to everyone. Jack - you were amazing. Thank you for the last 5 days. And to Cynthia, for organising everything for us from
Nairobi. Final shoutout to BoyandCamera for his cinematic footage of the whole trip.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very Professional - would highly recommend them.
Namibia 2024 Tour: Thank you so much Great Explorations for attending to all our reservations for us, (apart from Luderitz & Solitaire) . We did a self-drive budget tour which was great. However, thumbs up, Namibia is not a cheap country to visit, as a South African.
* Hobas Campsite, Fish River Canyon - Campsite stands were not clearly marked out, & very dusty. (Because of no markings, we had 2 German tourists camping on our stand!) Personally, campsite costly & disappointing, albeit in close proximity to the Fish River Canyon. This was not our 1st option, regretfully, Canyon Roadhouse our first choice was fully booked.
*Aus Haven & Rest Camp - Absolutely wonderful with beautiful private ablution. Highly recommended.
* Shark Island, Luderitz - Own Arrangement - what a mistake! Luderitz is so windy that you cannot camp despite the campsite being beautiful. We were saddened that we were not advised, prior to booking and paying directly about the howling winds. Had we known this, we would never have camped. After the 1st night we packed up and left.
*Duwisib Guestfarm - Fantastic - lovely campsite overlooking the Duwisib castle with such peace and quietness. Only 1 stand has electricity.
*Jansen Kalahari Guest farm campsite - Disappointing. Very sandy campsite (no paving nor grass anywhere), ablutions not great - unpaved walking to & from ablutions.
*Elegant Desert Camp, Sossusvlei - Beautiful campsite with lovely ablutions. Winds are difficult to navigate.
*Lagoon Chalets & Caravan Park, Walvis Bay - Very nice indeed. Stunning & modern ablutions with laundromat.
*Alte Brucke Campsite, Swakopmund - A gem. Beautiful grassed stands with private ablutions.
*Daureb Isib Campsite, Uis - Very pleasant with own private ablution.
*Elisenheim Guestfarm, Windhoek- Disappointing so did not camp there despite paying. Found new campsite at Urban Camp which was absolutely amazing.
*The White House, Gruanau - Disappointing
*Amanzi River Trail Campsite, Noordoewer - Superb. Fantastic huge, grassed stands overlooking the Orange River. Tranquility at its best. Pleasant ablutions & very friendly owners.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
After this trip, I see Jack as family
What a great trip! Our guide Jack ensured we were comfortable and well informed throughout the trip…he went out of his way to make sure we saw the big 5 - lion, buffalo, rhino, leopard and Jeeano Paul.
He was always jolly and prioritised our safety throughout this trip. I can’t recommend this man enough!
I try to reflect after every trip but I feel somewhat discombobulated.
Perhaps the greatest gift an animal has to offer is a permanent reminder of who we really are
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Breathtakingly awesome! (See below)
Our safari experience at Maasai Mara was truly unforgettable, and a significant part of that was thanks to our incredible tour guide, Jack. From the moment we met him, his enthusiasm for the wildlife and the landscape was infectious. He had an exceptional ability to spot animals from great distances, ensuring we never missed a moment of the action.
Jack’s knowledge about the ecosystem was impressive; he shared fascinating insights about the animals’ behaviors and the Maasai culture, enriching our experience immensely. His passion for conservation was evident and inspiring.
The itinerary crafted for us allowed ample time to explore various areas of the park, and Jack's driving skills made even the bumpiest terrains feel safe and enjoyable. He was patient, accommodating, and always ready with a smile, making our days in the Mara feel personalized and special.
Overall, our safari was an extraordinary adventure filled with breathtaking scenery and incredible wildlife encounters, all made possible by Jack’s expertise and warmth. We couldn't have asked for a better guide, and we highly recommend him to anyone looking to experience the magic of Maasai Mara.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip, wouldn’t have been the same without Joseph!!
Our 5 night trip was brilliant! All the way from working out our itinerary to being dropped off at the airport, Joseph was the ultimate professional. His obvious passion for what he does added so much to our experience. If you are thinking about doing a trip don’t look any further, I could not recommend white plains safari highly enough!!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Nyungwe Canopy in Rwanda
Simian Safaris made the trip to Nyungwe easy and enjoyable.
We witnessed unique thrilling forest canopy tour in Rwanda’s Nyungwe National Park; one of Africa’s largest montane forests, rich in biodiversity.
Walking across Nyungwe Canopy Walkway on the suspended bridge at a height of around 70 meters (230 feet) above the forest floor, offered breathtaking views of the rainforest canopy, give us a bird’s-eye perspective of the lush greenery below.
The canopy stretching for about 160 meters (525 feet) is a thrilling adventure for those who enjoy heights and nature.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible 4 day safari in the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru national park
We had an incredible 4 day safari in the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru National Parks. We saw all of the big 5, among many other amazing animals, thanks to our guide Peter. Peter was an expert at knowing where to find the animals on the reserve, getting us as close to them as possible and providing us with the best experience. Everything was very well organised and timely, we had a truly unforgettable trip.
