DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent operator, great guide and vehicle, excellent selection of properties
We did a 5-day safari with African Big Cats and had an amazing time. Was originally a recommendation from a friend, I was amazed how many animals she had seen. We also saw a ton of animals over the course of our safari, including all of the big 5. Our guide didn't say much, but he was amazing at finding animals. The accommodation options were all very nice, very beautiful properties with very nice staff and good food. The vehicle provided was also very good. Overall, we were very happy with the service and would recommend it to others.
DK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime ❤️
The most amazing 6 days ever ❤️
We had a 6 days trip with Richard, it was great planned, nice logdes, very nice food and lots of nature and wildlife.
Uganda is fantastic, and we felt welcome, every where we went.
It was a fine balance between seeing a lot, and have time to just chill and get it all in. And everything was so perfect planned.
We came to Uganda to se wildlife and feel the rainforest and we got is all.
This have been a trip we will remember the rest of our lives 🌞❤️
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
I was impressed by their commitment to going the extra mile.
I really appreciated your communication with me during the trip, particularly getting the upgrade back for me.... I had an absolutely fabulous time. I was traveling alone but never felt alone. You did an AMAZING job on this, Amber, and I have already told people about you and your help.
NO
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All good!
It started with a very close follow up with all necessary details provided by Jessica, even for entering the country. We had no issues but several other travellers needed to buy visa on arrival, not us since we were well informed upfront. The driver picked us up as agreed at the hotel and delivered us after the safari. In addition a local representative met us at the airport in Zanzibar at departure and arrival to ensure all went well. Our driver, Erick, was the driver that found lions first by looking after foot prints etc. A very gentle and nice guide/driver. We were very happy with the whole process!!!
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Elephant kingdom in Amboseli and a three-day jeep adventure in the shadow of Kilimanjaro..
As we set out from the hustle and bustle of Nairobi, only one thought crossed my mind - spend a few days in the midst of nature in Amboseli National Park, and if the mood is good, the snowy peaks of Kilimanjaro can also be seen!
I loved the private safari, and Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris did just that. The car arrived on time, and the driver and guide, Joseph, were very sincere and experienced. On the first day itself, we saw a huge herd of elephants, who were walking slowly on the dusty path together - that scene still floats in my eyes.
My stay was in a beautiful lodge - quiet, comfortable, and surrounded by greenery. The food was excellent - a great mix of local cuisine and Western dishes.
Every morning and afternoon, Joseph would take us out on a game drive. I didn't know how to fly when I saw hyenas, cheetahs, giraffes, and colorful birds". One evening the guide said," "Keep your eyes on the left,"" and what a surprise - a family of lions was lounging comfortably on the side of the road"!
The best moment was in the morning, sitting with coffee in hand and looking at Kilimanjaro. The top of the mountain was slowly glowing with golden light. It was one of the most peaceful moments of my life.
Those three days were like a dream. Bencia Africa's team has designed the entire experience to perfection. If you want to experience the real beauty, wildlife, and pure nature of Africa for once in your life, then choose this 3-Day Amboseli Jeep Safari-Tie.
I'm sure I'll be back - maybe in another park, but the guide and the company will be the same: Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris.
MY
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful Kruger Experience
I booked the Kruger 3n/4d tour from Cape Town. The person I dealt with mostly was Rishen. He was very responsive and helpful. An excellent communicator. Thank you Rishen!
As it is a budget tour, we stayed at Dumela Tented Camp. It was comfortable and clean, with a large bed, air cond, and attached bathroom. In the night, dinner was around a camp fire. The food was simple (do not expect a full buffet) but very tasty. The camp is inside a private game reserve, so we could see impalas walking by and hear the hyenas in the night. And on a clear night, the stars above.
The safari rides were in jeeps, once in a private game reserve, and a full day in Kruger. We saw most of the wildlife we set out to see, so we were happy. Although as I have experienced safaris in Kenya, I found the Kenyan guides more knowledgeable and passionate about wildlife compared to the ones around Kruger (I felt it was more commercialized in Kruger). Do not miss out the panorama tour as the views were fantastic. Here, I would like to recommend Eddy the Happy Chappy as your driver and guide, as he is an absolute great company.
Overall, this tour is of great value and we got to meet some really nice guests as well.
Thank you MoAfrika for a wonderful holiday!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful safari experience
We went to Tarangire and had a great time. Our guide ensured we saw the big 5 and was detailed in explaining the animal behavior.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
They were always on point, excellent service and knowledgeable guide
We were very impressed with their services we enjoyed the tour of the falls, game drive and the sundowner cruise. The transfers were booked as private with no extra cost. It was really very nice of them
Jenny and family
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Superb in every way!
I booked a 4 day tour with Customise Tours and Travel from Victoria Falls to Hwange National Park, staying at Ivory Lodge, a concession on the outskirts of the park, inclusive of all accomodation, food and drink, transfers, game drives, Zambezi dinner cruise.....and the service was excellent throughout, I cannot fault it. All of my requirements were more than met, with many additional touches at no extra cost. Everyone I met during the tour could not do enough to make me comfortable, and provide insights into this wonderful country, it's people and it's wildlife. Phenomenal.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable 2 day Mikumi safari organized by Plex and Abel
My girlfriend and I had an amazing 2 day Safari with Plex tours.
Their professionality, flexibility and reliability are worth mentioning.
As I was on a standby, I only knew last minute (10 minutes before departure) if I would make it to Dar es Salaam. Which meant I could only confirm our trip last minute. Plex was so kind to accommodate this unusual request, taking a risk with reserving space on the Safari tour.
From beginning to end we had a smooth, and exciting trip. Plex responds fast and clear. Everything was taken care of (tickets, ranger, hotel, lunch diner etc) and still left room for wishes or suggestions from our end. Accordingly, we only needed to sit and enjoy. It was a long journey from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi but our enthusiastic ranger Abel, who picked us up at the train station in Mogoro, was very welcoming, helpful and explained a lot about the park, Tanzania, the safari and much more.
Abel is a professional, knowledgeable, friendly and sharp ranger with great sense of humor. If he didn’t discover an amazing spot himself (Lions with cubs and a fresh pray, the alert baboons that lead us to a leopard) he made sure we were one of the first at the spot found by other rangers. He also looked after us for the lunch breaks and made sure the check in at the lodge was smooth. He even arranged a nice bottle of wine at our dinner table for us to enjoy whilst processing the day full of experiences and close encounters with elephants, giraffes, buffalos, zebras, lions etc.
We highly recommend Plex tours and Abel as the ranger. A winning combination for an unforgettable experience in Tanzania.
