NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Seen amazing things in a very short timeframe
After 10 years I returned to Tanzania. I again did the route that took me from Arusha through Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti all the way to the Kenyan border.
Last time I went in May, this time in October. It was great to experience both seasons. It was way more dryer this time, which I initially didn't really like, but the sightings that we had really made up for this. I saw large herds of Wildebeest. Including over a 1000 crossing the Mara river! That was really breathtaking. I also was lucky enough to see a Lion charge at a group of Warthog and also catching one of them. Really a rare sighting! As if that was not enough, we were first to an incredible scene where a zebra was just still-born and the mother was still protecting it. After a while it left the cub/foal and the Vultures and Hyenas took over. It was really an amazing spectacle to witness.
On the side we also spotted: three baby Leopard, two Rhino, countless other Lion and a bunch of beatiful birds. Too much to mention.
The tented camps that we used in Serengeti were very authentic (Tortilis and Mbugani Migration Camp). The guides were really great as well. Very informative and very easy to communicate with. It really was a great trip made possible by Benson.
If I could mention one thing that I wouldn't do over if I would come back again, it is being in the 4x4 three days in a row, over 10 hours each day. The roads were simply too bumpy for that. We've made too much miles in too little time. I would take it a bit more easy next time.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
it was totally overvelming
we have had the best expierence we could ever thought,beautifull country, animals and people,hope to come back soon,
TR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The experience was amazing and I will definitely use you once again am in Kenya.
Everything was well arranged.Excellent communication and well timed up.Fabulous service.Will definitely recommend you.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience with a Very Knowledgable Guide
Just got back from our trip, we had a great week on the mountain. The team really helped a lot with everything, I don't think we'll be able to make it to the top without them. The food is amazing, can't imagine how they did it in that kind of condition. Our guide was very knowledgeable and experienced. We learnt a lot from him not only about the mountain but also the local society. Enjoyed everyday there, hope we can do it again sometime.
Thanks! Let's view Tanzania
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Kenya Safari Tour with All Time Safaris
My mother and I went to Kenya for a Safari tour during Sep,11th to 18th,2017 with All Time Safaris.
Mr Kimetto is a very nice man with rich experience and patience, I always ask a lot of questions and modify our trip plan at any time, everytime Mr Kimetto can give me a satisfying answer and promt reply.
On the first day, we arrived at the airport very early in the morning, Mr Titus and Mr Gideon waited us outside the airport for a long time. Mr Titus introduced all the detailed infos to me and we discussed about the trip plan.
Our driver Mr Gideon is a very experienced guide with very good driving skill and I think he knows everthing about the animals and plants of Kenya. He made us see the Big Five and other amazing animals. He is very responsible for work, at the beginning two days, Mr Gideon is troubled with a toothache, then, during the night, he went to hospital to get his tooth pulled out so that he can work with better status.
Many thanks to All Time Safaris for giving us a very memorable and amazing safari tour in Kenya.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
This was our first trip to Africa and it far exceeded our expectations!
We travelled to South Africa and Zambia in August. We were met at all arrivals making connections and onward travel easy. Cuan’s father Gerald met us at the Johannesburg airport and transferred us to our hotel in Sandton which was much appreciated.
The whole holiday flowed very smoothly without any hiccups.
The camps were exactly what we wanted, small, personal and in great locations. The wildlife viewing blew us away. We knew we’d see animals but the variety and numbers were unexpected.
For us the camps were part of the experience. Low key but high quality. The food, the comfort of the lodgings and the service were all top notch! We had our first game drive at Tafika and what a time we had. Leopard being chased by wild dogs and two lions mating. We had Hippos ho ho hoing on the river side of camp and Elephants wallowing on the other. Although it was busy viewing around Nkwali we saw plenty of wildlife including a large pride of lions all lounging in the grass seemingly oblivious to the game vehicles driving around them. As we returned to camp one evening we heard the most amazing roar down the valley just on sunset. I’ll never forget it!
And Potato Bush on the banks of the great Zambezi. Lion, leopard and wild dog and that view!
We loved the whole experience and hope to return one day. If we do we will most certainly use the expertise of Cuan and his team at Ubuntu Safaris.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Obed was very friendly, trustworthy and helpful throughout the experience.
Communication was not a problem at all because Obed's English ability is great as it was the language of communication. We were both able to easily understand each other. I was really impressed that the tour and assistance can be offered in different local languages included Swahili for those around the region. This is truly amazing! It was on early morning when I was met at the hostel and shown around Kigali including the Genocide Memorial. We then took the bus from Kigali to Gisenyi. Seeing Rwanda's landscape as the bus traveled through hills was breathtaking. The nature across the country is great with an amazing climate. The service was amazing throughout the experience and my expectations were exceeded. Thank you very much Kumbukumbu Tours and Obed for making my experience the best of the best!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Greater Kruger by Jon & Lisa
Appropriately developed for the visitor and never felt overcrowded
Amazing experiences with Botswana wildlife
Had an amazing time with Australian photographer extraordinaire Ken Duncan and his lovely wife Pam (www.kenduncan.com) and a group of fellow photography enthusiasts from Australia, New Zealand and the UK organised by Patrick and Elaine Brakspear of African Encounter tours (www.africanencounter.com.au).
Our guides and their support team from Safari and Guide Services (https://sgsafrica.com/) did an awesome job of setting up our mobile camp from scratch in the Khwai community trust grounds adjacent to Moremi Game Reserve and looking after us so well while we were there. Then removing all indications of our having been there when the camp was over.
We spent three wonder-filled days around Khwai and Moremi viewing and photographing antelope, elephant, fish eagle, giraffe, hamerkop, hornbill, impala, lilac-breasted roller, kudu, leopard, lion and the list goes on. You can check out some of my images at https://www.flickr.com/photos/its_all_about_the_light/albums/72157693627282180 if you like.
Great teams looking after us. And really impressed with Botswana generally and the commitment to wildlife preservation rather than hunting since 2014. Looking forward to returning!
MX
The walking safari was an unforgettable experience, so incredible I want to do it again very soon!
The journey was perfect from beginning to end. The travel agent, Liz Read, was so helpful and kindly answered all my doubts and requests during the planning of the journey. I have chosen to pick a walking safari with Leon Varley, which was the best choice I could have made. The walks are amazing (be prepared to walk approx. 20 km per day). Still, you won't get tired or bored because there is so much to see. The wildlife is amazing, we had the chance to see plenty of lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, impala, crocodiles, a huge diversity of birds, rodents and so on. I really recommend this trip if you are interested in exploring the bush in this wild and beautiful environment. This was my first safari and I don't regret doing it by walking. On the contrary, I really want to do it again! I was a lone traveller, so I highly recommend it to who is a lone traveller because all the accommodation is private and the interaction with the rest of the group was great. The camp is a bit rustic, but the tents are great with a lot of space and it has everything you need. Besides, Leon Varley's crew make you feel very confortable. The guide (Leon) and tracker (Obe) are very experienced, they explain everything about the environment, animal behaviour and make you feel safe to observe, take photos and enjoy all the beauty.