US
Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience in the bush!
Andre and his team did a fantastic job organizing our trip and safari experience. My mom, sister and I loved the two places we stayed on our 5-day treehouse safari and the memories we made. Highly recommended!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful people, service and value.
Our experience with Regional tours and its staff was incredible; they were caring, attentive and quick to respond to our requests. I simply can't say enough good things about this company. Working with Maturaf to plan the trip was informative and easy; we were able to plan out exactly the trip that we wanted without any up-selling or complication. Maturaf seemed truly focused on providing what we wanted and offering up great suggestions when we weren't sure how to proceed. We met many people on holiday in Tanzania that were basically doing the same trip as we were but paying a significantly more money to an out-of-country company. Regional Tours is a completely local company so your money stays where it should; in country. The camps and resorts that they chose for us were better and cheaper than the ones we chose for ourselves (fortunately we only chose for ourselves on two nights). If you are going to Tanzania then you need to contact this company and give them a shot at your business; if your rich you'll probably choose someone else but if your like me and this trip was a big financial expenditure then you'll love the money that you save. Everything was top-notch.
I want to add some comments about our safari driver Emmanuel; it's hard to imagine a better companion. On safari you spend a great deal of time with your driver and he can make or break your entire adventure. We didn't understand this when we planned our trip but hit the lottery with Emmanuel. He was an ambassador for his country; a blessing to his company; and a role model of his industry. His patience, knowledge and kindness added greatly to the best vacation of our lives.
We'll probably never be back to Tanzania; but if we do go then I guarantee that we will call Regional Tours.
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Experience!
We had a fantastic trip in the Serengeti courtesy of Laura and Colin. When organizing our trip, all of our questions were answered promptly and comprehensively and Laura was very helpful in terms of our itinerary. The camp where we stayed was of a high standard and was exactly what one would expect in the Serengeti. Our guide / driver (Gerald) was excellent - very knowledgeable and went out of his way to ensure that we had a great experience. We'd unreservedly recommend Amazing Tanzania to anyone considering a Tanzanian safari.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Hugely enjoyable and challenging ride though one of the last wildernesses on Earth.
Andrew Gilles and his colleagues took us on a delightful "experimental" journey from Omaruru,in the Erongo region, to the cold water of the Benguela current, with little visited cave paintings, Meerkats and high granite Protrusions - such as the Spitzkoppe - to climb.
This riding is not for the fainthearted - you have to be prepared to come off at a canter, get up from a frozen bed and saddle your horse.... but is hugely rewarding: both the physical challenge (>6 Hours in the saddle a day), and to be fully part of the natural world for a period.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lovely, impressive and great budget safari with the BIG FIVE
We had the pleasure to do a safari with World Tours and Safaris Tanzania. Though first we were not sure if everything would work out like we wished it certainly did! We enjoyed our time with our guide. He was very friendly, helpful and taught us a lot about nature and animals. We had the privilege to see all big Five, a fight between a lioness and a leopard next to our car included. Our guide was very open to drive and wait where we wanted. He showed us more than we expected and he even went longer than we thought. The operator upgraded us for free to a lodge instead of a camping spot. The food was good. We went early in the morning to see a lot of things. The guide even helped us in the end to organise a bus for our travel the next day. We were very satisfied. It was such a good service, though it just costed 360$ per person for two days, which was the cheapest offer we got from various companies. They certainly should get a big recommodation from us, because they really wanted to make the safari special and good - and it was a great success! We even had the privileg to be just us two - private safari :) The car was older but it still worked very good. Thanks!
It is worth your choice!
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply the Best!
That was a first experience for me to have a Safari trip. First I was quite afraid and confused if it is safe to travel to Africa especially for safari with wild animals... But my friends changed my mind so let's try! We started searching for tour operator who could arrange this trip for us. Such a many operators... But luckily we found Shadows of Africa! So much happy with the choice what we have done. The team is very professional, friendly and cooperative. Everything was arranger perfectly and smoothly for the very reasonable price. There was no even one thing to be dissapointed about. Me and my friends are so much happy. Especially I would love to say thank you this is ower driver- guide Daniel. Very confident, experienced and very knowledgeable. Any time I gave him different question he was able to give me a smart answer.
So for everybody I highly reccomend to travel with Shadows of Africa because you will never be dissapointed with arrangement and service. You are in a good hands:)
AT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kruger: the big five plus so much more
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our safari! The arrangements were easy and professional. Our luck (Clive's skill) was amazing. The weather was great, our animal sightings were up-close and frequent, the accommodations were fun and the food was great! It was more than we expected in many ways, but most of all it was fun and relaxing.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
7-day Machame Route & 4-day Lake Nakuru/Masai Mara Safari
I done the Kilimanjaro 7 day Machame route as well as the 4 day safari. Everything went smoothly and the company arranged everything so my journey was hassle free. The company staff were always there to help if need be. The safari was the best part of my trip, we had an amazing guide and I'd recommend this company to my friends.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
We found Matoke Tours to be excellent in organising the tour that suited us.
Our tour was exactly how we had hoped and more from the National Parks we visited to the fantastic accommodation that was organised by them and the overall service. We highly recommend Matoke Tours, you can't go wrong by using their services, just tell them what you would like and they will organise your tour accordingly.
RU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Super
I would say Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris is the best tour operator in Kenya. They made our Safari successful with their best professional and friendly approach. They placed our comfort before profit and provided services that must have severely limited their profit. Their driver, the vehicle, the hotels and resorts that they provided in the package was worth more than what I paid. Driver Piter is finest drivers on Kenyan roads and in game parks. His knowledge and understanding of wildlife and nature around helps one enjoy the safari and see all that is there on offer. His patience and friendliness is non-comparable. I highly recommend Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris to anyone going to Kenya for a short or long tour. I am sure Alfred will offer you what ever you want and not expensive price.