20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very funny and very friendly!
Both Llamb and Eddie were great tour guides and made the safari tour and the panorama tour really fun and exciting! Would love to see them both again if/when we come back!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari experience and day in Kruger
Our tour guide around Kruger was Eddie. We had an amazing day and saw all of the big 5. Eddie made it a priority to ensure we were all satisfied and got the best photos of the animals. He was very knowledgeable and gave us some great facts about the park and the different animals
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Solo Safari Experience - Especially Thanks to Solomon!
I recently went on a safari in the Masai Mara, and I have to say, it was an unforgettable experience! Recommended by a colleague, I was a bit nervous about going solo as a female traveler, but everything was so well organized and felt very safe.
The booking process was smooth from the start. I communicated with Paul, the tour consultant, via WhatsApp. He was responsive, shared photos, explained the pricing, and made the payment process easy with a small deposit upfront and the rest paid in person. A staff member even came to my hotel to pick me up and take me to the office to settle the payment before the safari began.
From there, I was introduced to Solomon, my game driver for the trip, and the other travelers—a couple and a family of four. Since I was solo, I got to sit up front in the Land Cruiser, which was awesome! The drive from Nairobi to the Masai Mara took about five hours, but with Solomon sharing his knowledge and teaching us Swahili along the way, it felt like a breeze.
I had opted for the budget accommodation, though my colleague recommended the mid-range option. To be honest, I didn’t feel like I missed out on much! I had my own tent with a bathroom, and since we all had the same driver, the experience was really about the safari itself. The only noticeable difference was the food, but even that wasn’t a dealbreaker.
Now, let me talk about Solomon. He was hands down the best part of this safari. His passion for wildlife and the environment was evident in every moment. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the animals, plants, and even the smallest details of the landscape. He taught us so much, made sure we were always in the perfect spot for the best photo opportunities, and was respectful of both nature and the other tour operators. Solomon truly made the experience, and this review is really a shout-out to him!
I can’t wait to return to Kenya and do more safaris—hopefully with Solomon as my guide again! If you’re considering a safari, I highly recommend this experience, especially with him as your driver.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful tour experience curtesy of our tour guide Dickson!
Now I have to be honest and give a fair review. There are some pros and cons to this tour company. Firstly, we did receive the quote and the initial interactions with Viktor through WhatsApp were good. He communicated that one of our lodges (the one we booked the tour for) was not available on the date we would be there so we discussed this and moved the whole tour back a day making this available. However, communication with Viktor can be a bit hit and miss. When we were paying for the tour we did this in two payments. The first time we used PesaPal which was successful. However, Viktor did not communicate with us that it was taking 5% of the cost so when we came to do this again we were asked for another $100 - this was rectified. However, the
communication whilst on tour (from Viktor) in regards to transfers from airports was sluggish.
For the pros: our tour guide, Dickson was AMAZING! He is the reason I could not give any less than 5 stars. He went out of his way to help us in any way he could. His knowledge of the animals and parks was brilliant and he was very professional throughout. He kept us extremely safe when driving to and from the parks. Dickson is brilliant at spotting animals we had missed and always checked with other drivers where different animals were so we could get a very broad range. We never felt rushed or pressured to move away from an animal. Dickson was always prompt and organised ready for a game drive with plenty of water. He also taught us a lot about the Kenyan culture and is a smiley happy man who is a great laugh.
In conclusion, the tour is a magical experience although there were a few bumps in the road. It is an experience we will always remember and that’s mainly due to Dickson.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari Ever
Hyrax Safaris is the best choice for your safari. It is a very serious and competent company; they solve any problem you may have.
Our driver, Sammy, was very professional. He is also a very good guide; in the Masai Mara we saw the big five in just one day!
We did the six-day tour and it is really perfect. The accommodation is great and the company helps you whenever you need it.
I highly recommend this safari and this company.
HYRAX SAFARIS IS THE BEST!
Thank you for everything!
HU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Truly an amazing safari experience!
We had an unforgettable 6-day mid-range private safari, expertly organized by Mwema Africa Safaris. Our itinerary included the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli. The goal of our trip to Kenya was to experience its rich wildlife, witness the Great Migration, see the Big 5, and catch the iconic view of Mount Kilimanjaro. As first-time safari-goers, we wanted to make the most of every moment – and thanks to Simon and our incredible driver and guide, Richard, our dream came true!
The entire trip was exceptionally well-organized. Simon was fantastic, providing fast and clear communication through WhatsApp. He was flexible, accommodating all our requests, including adding an extra day to our original itinerary and swapping Lake Naivasha for Lake Nakuru.
One of the best decisions we made was upgrading our vehicle from a van to a Land Cruiser – absolutely worth it! It made a huge difference in comfort and the overall experience.
Richard, our guide, was a true gem. His passion for wildlife and his deep knowledge, gained over more than 10 years of experience, was evident throughout. He had an amazing ability to know exactly where and when to find animals, from cheetahs and lions to elephants and giraffes. His keen eyes also helped us spot more elusive animals hidden in the parks. He was thoughtful, patient, and ensured we had an incredible close-up experience with Kenya’s wildlife.
This safari exceeded all our expectations, and we can’t thank Simon and Richard enough for making it a trip of a lifetime!
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He cheated us, took our money but dont paid to hotel, park fee etc.
Bongo International travel is real cheater from our experience, he does not book anything after taking money. I had pay to hotel etc as i was standing outside the hotel. I paid twice for my trip.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful team
The team was amazing !
They were so great that we’ve become family. However difficult it can be they manage to never let you down.
The ambiance was so great everybody’s dancing singing laughing.
Thank you a lot.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very reliable with prompt communication and amazing experience curator.
The team made our trip to Kenya very memorable for us. It was super smooth from start to finish, the stays were top notch and all the logistics were well taken care of. From creating an customised itinerary to ensuring we are having a good time at the camps, the team was always present. We especially enjoyed the hospitality from all staff that we interacted with at the camps and the extent that they went to to ensure we were comfortable. All of our requests were accommodated. The money you pay is definitely worth it as we didn’t have to worry about anything other than booking our tickets to Kenya.
The whole safari experience was wonderful and Chalo Africa team made it even more memorable. We will definitely recommend them to all family and friends, and will reach out them the next time we go to Africa.
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was great!
We did a 5 day safari with Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
It was a really great experience, we had a great guide, Ezekiel, who was very knowledgeable and very interested in the animals and nature. The safari was very well organized and the accommodations were great!
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