35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had an overall great experience
We did a 12 day circuit round Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara, Serengeti, the crater, Tarangire and Amboseli.
What made this trip were our two drivers, Eric and Godlove who were simply excellent.
Our accommodation on the whole was excellent although several changes were made to our itinerary. However, this generally worked out well.
We were met at the airport and our transfers across the border were smooth.
Having been slightly sceptical of using a non- UK based operator I am glad that we did.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari with Seven By Far exceeded expectations BY FAR!
My wife and I just got back from our 14-day safari with Seven by Far and we have done nothing but rave about our experiences while in Africa. Sylvester was very professional in his communication leading up to the trip and the agenda for our safari was very accurate in its description of what we were to experience in Kenya and Tanzania. He takes a personal interest in the experiences of his guests. He met us at the airport in Nairobi on our arrival and also discussed our safari with us prior to our departure on the last day.
Nick was our driver and guide during our time in Kenya. We can't imagine anyone doing a better job than he did. Nick's communication skills are excellent and we soon felt like he was a friend we had known for a long time. His ability to locate animals was extremely impressive and he is a keen observer of the behavior of African animals, often predicting what we were about to see prior to it unfolding before our eyes. My wife and I are both retired teachers and we asked if we could visit a school sometime during our safari. Nick set up a visit at a rural school (above and beyond normal expectations) and this experience was very special to us.
Benson was our driver/guide while in Tanzania. He grew up as a Masai and we were continually fascinated by his stories of his growing up in the Masai culture. Benson was a textbook of knowledge about the plants and animals of Tanzania.
This was our first trip to Africa and we didn't know what to expect with regard to lodging. We found all of the properties we stayed at to be of high quality, more luxurious than we would stay in back in the United States. There were always a variety of delicious foods available for meals.
We would, without hesitation, recommend Seven By Far for your African safari.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful People and Wonderful Tour
We did a River Boat Tour in Kasane with African Bush Lovers. These people are not only diligent but also persistent. My wife and I had a wonderful experience and I would recommend this trip for anyone! African Bush Lovers is the best!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Best value and excellent communication
My wife and I booked three nights at Thornybush game reserve with Sally who was extremely efficient and honest, we could've booked the lodge directly but I'm glad we didn't as we were given a fantastic rate and very good advice on which lodge to choose. Sally recommended Waterbuck lodge which was intimate and very private. The staff and the food were top notch, however the game drives were the highlights of our stay. We were treated to a stand off between wild dogs and a white rhino and what a sighting that was!
I can not recommend African Travel Consultants enough, we will happily use them again for our next safari as we feel that we received more value for our money.
Ashley
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My first safari (Kenya & Uganda) holiday and I’m really happy I went with Matoke Tours
- My first ever safari holiday. Having read the excellent feedback from other reviewers on Matoke Tours, I got in contact with them and Matoke staff quickly and diligently helped me organize my trip (14 day, Kenya and Uganda).
- My wife and I had a fantastic time in both Kenya and Uganda - The itinerary worked really well, capturing the best parts of both Kenya and Uganda. Also thanks to our drivers who were professional, knowledgeable and friendly and the staff at the camps we stayed at (especially Eden Mara camp, Masai Mara and Isunga Lodge, edge of Kibale forest)
- Highlights of the tour included Masai Mara Great Migration and watching the Mountain gorillas in Bwindhi forest.
- Matoke tours surpassed my expectations and I’ve already recommended the company to my friends and family.
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good service
The service was so good and they ride back fast. They are at the place on time. Me and my family was very happy
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
Our safari with Nature Travel Namibia exceeded all expectations from booking right through to the experience itself. We had a very personal service when booking with lots of silly questions answered quickly and fully. We did the Namibia, Botswana, Victoria Falls safari and it was excellent from start to finish.
Our guide, Jakes, knowledge, expertise and patience was unbeatable. He took care of all the arrangements and looked after us for the whole of the Namibian part of the tour. He was excellent at finding and spotting wildlife and taught us so much. The group was very small and personal, just myself and my adult daughter and 3 other ladies. As 2 women travelling alone safety was an issue of us but we felt totally safe at all times.
Our guide couldn't accompany us over the border to Botswana and while we missed him and all he did for us all the transfers were smooth and without problems.
The Namibian part of the trip was the best for us with wonderful views of animals including lions on a kill, elephants, zebra, giraffe, hippos, crocodile and lots of different antelope and beautiful birds, some of the encounters up really close. Chobe in Botswana was fantastic in terms of wildlife and landscape but was spoiled for us a bit by being so crowded, especially compared to Etosha and Caprivi. But Victoria Falls was a fantastic ending and even with low water levels was spectacular.
The accommodation was all excellent, with wonderful service, food and entertainment - and some great gift shops!
All in all a fantastic trip, and we would definitely recommend Nature Travel Namibia to anyone looking for the perfect safari - you wont be disappointed.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awe inspiring, amazing and wonderful memories to last forever
Email correspondence was fast and accurate whilst booking a tailor made safari for clients with a fairly specific criteria (and travelling and meeting up from UK / Australia) - massive thanks to Nick and his team.
We were really fortunate to have Kit as our guide - he was so knowledgable about the wildlife and knew exactly where to find them, very organised and checking us into lodges, and even took us to his local once we were all back in Windhoek! Friendship and memories made from the most amazing two weeks! Can't wait for my next trip to Namibia - a geologically rugged and stunningly varied country.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful safari in Tanzania!
Thanks to Florent Ipananga and Snow Africa Adventures, we experienced the most wonderful safari one can dream of (Arrival at Kili as three of my travel companions ascended the mountain and made it to the top, with Florent's experience, tight organization and expert team...! then Arusha for a rest at magnificent Arusha Villas in the middle of a coffee plantation, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara , Ngorongoro and to finish it off: splendid Serengeti with lions playing 10 meters away and a leopard at our feet!) 4 days in Zanzibar to finish it off. Hotels were great, food delicious, Ayoub, our driver-guide adorable...An easy and memorable trip, well-planned, perfectly-organized. I highly recommend the services of Snow Africa Adventures to discover beautiful Tanzania!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Snow Africa gives the best service because Florent and his team are experienced in Safari adventures
The safari was ten times better than expected !!!!