AR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience with Alliance Destinations
We chose Alliance Destinations because James was who first answered us, very willing to accommodate the trip to our needs: specifically, to begin in Nairobi and end it in Mombasa (rather than return to Nairobi) and quickly search an international flight that would allow us to get to Nairobi and back from Mombasa. In turn, that would allow to travel along the coast on our own, that was the intention.
James was always attentive, quickly answering our e-mails. We were able to book without any inconvenience.
He and our guide and driver in the safari which was to begin in just two days, Gerard, were waiting for us at the airport in Nairobi. They took us to our hotel and there we close not only the balance of our safari but we decided to contract with them a day at Nairobi National Park, visit to the orphanage for elephants and Giraffes Center. It was an unforgettable day, already with Gerard, and we highly recommend this tour.
And what about Safari in itself? Everything was perfect and far beyond our expectations. We stayed 2 nights in Masai Mara, 1 night at Lake Nakuru and 2 nights in Amboseli. Masai Mara camp is spectacular (Ashnil Camp); other accommodation, not so much, but very well, particularly comfortable, clean and with very good food.
Masai Mara is not to be missed. Gerard was always willing, our tastes and interests. He seems to maintain the enthusiasm of a first day. Loves his country and his work, knows a lot of animals and the places you visit. It is a very careful driver (in fact, he was excellent in two dangerous situations created by other truck drivers).
I don’t think we can remember the number of animals we saw: Lions, Lions, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes (many!), wildebeests, gazelles of various types, topis, zebras and elephants (thousands of elephants in Amboseli), buffaloes, ostriches, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, birds of all kinds... Gerard was always attentive and did everything supremely well.
Don’t miss the balloon flight... a unique experience that is well worth the big bucks it costs. Excellent Casey, the pilot of a Hot Air Safaris.
The parks are long and strenuous, but very instructive. If you want to learn about Africa and its people there is no best way to go observing their villages, their inhabitants, their routes, the places where they live and how they live... Spectacular.
Lake Nakuru is slightly decadent since flood deprived of its most important attraction, the flamingos. However, it was there where we saw more and better zebras and where we could get off, well guarded by rangers, and closer to zebras and flamingos themselves remaining in the Lake. Beautiful.
Amboseli is the paradise for elephants’ lovers. There are thousands (literally). It is not to be missed. Here James joined us to the safari, with good reviews and his good company.
In the end, two surprises bonus track: a visit to a masai community, touching and unforgettable, and another to the elephant with largest tusks...
We have no words to thank the efficiency, work and love Gerard and James. We strongly recommend Alliance Destinations.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything we did was amazing! Our guide was intelligent, kind, compassionate! Trip was perfect!
We experienced an incredible team of experts bringing all of the details together and making it a trip of a lifetime! Thank you thank you!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tammy Harding was incredibly helpful and took care of all the details of our trip
Tammy Harding from Pembury tours was wonderful. I had no idea about setting up a Safari trip in South Africa. She took care of all the details for my daughter and I. We had an amazing trip. There were no hitches or suprises.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Journey with Simon
I went on a solo 1-week trip around Uganda and Rwanda (Chimps in Ft Royal, QENP, Gorillas in Bwindi, Golden Monkeys in Volcanoes NP) in September with Encounter Safaris. Luckily, I got the best driver/guide I have ever had in any country, Simon Tumuhimbise. Simon is incredibly knowledgeable about the politics of Uganda and the region was able to explain so much to me. More than anything he was a great travel companion with an easygoing personality and perfect english. I highly recommend a trip with Simon and Ecounter Safaris!!!
AR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was incredible, the guide was excellent and friendly and the gome drives excellent organizated.
100% excellent. The game drives were amazing, the guide was excellent, kruger park is awesome.
TW
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional team
Kiliholidays has the most professional team.
No matter the meal, ride, or scene during the itinerary, this team can always surprising you.
BR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect! Amazing!
Was an unbelievable experience!
Everything was perfect: lodge, food, safari, guide.
I saw the Big 5 and did amazing videos.
I recommend!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Experience
Great operator!
Everything happen n the way we accorded.
To repeat definitely
TW
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice guides and food
Guides were very experienced and nice. They could always spot animals hiding in the shadow, which is very impressive.
TH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best safari experience with the experts!
Fina from Across the Wild was very responsive and willing to customize all the program to make us happy. We contacted 5-6 agencies and chose Across the Wild because they were the most responsive to all our inquiries and tried to contact us via emails, WhatsApp, and calls to ensure we satisfy with the program. After hundreds of correspondence, we were very happy with the 12-days Kenya & Tanzania + Zanzibar experience we had. All the accommodation were luxury type as agreed in the program. The food was exceptional. Our driver/guide in Kenya was Patrick and the one in Tanzania was Lawrence. Both were very knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend both of them. The safari experience with them were unforgettable. They drove us to all Big Five and many others! and made sure we could get nice photo shots. We learnt a lot about the animal life, Masai culture, Kenya & Tanzania life. Highly recommend Across the Wild Tours to anyone who want to have an experience of a life time.