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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Serengeti is awesome, but...
I've always had a dream of going on a safari in Africa. In 2014 I finally had the chance to do so, and I got to spend three days in Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
First of all, Serengeti is huge. Much bigger than I expected. We had to drive for a while to even get there, and when we got there, we drove more. And more. And more. Searching for wildlife. I thought the animal density would be bigger than it was, but was actually surprised in a positive way to find out it wasn't. Didn't want to think I was in a zoo either.
The first animal we spotted was actually the animal we didn't expect to see; a leopard. Sitting there, on his own, in the middle of the plain, surrounded by 20-30 safari vehicles. This is probably the thing that "ruins" the safari experience the most; all the people that surrounds the animals at all times, specially if you spot one of the great 5.
It was a once-in-a-lifetime-experience to get the chance to sleep in a tent in the middle of the Serengeti.... Read more We could hear the animals make noises not very far away, and I just waited for a lion or a hyena to come over an knock on my tent door. Actually, in Ngorongoro, I had to get through a flock of zebras to get to the toilet. Not something you get to do everyday!
What you have to do while you're in Serengeti is to take a hot air balloon ride. You start early in the morning, mayube 4 am, and get to see the sunrise from up in the air while the animals below you just look at you. It is a truly amazing experience!
All in all; safari is a great experience. I spotted every animal I wanted to see, except from the cheetah.
Maybe next time. I'm not done with Africa. Not at all.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Number 1 Spot Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park is no doubt was truly a different experience.
A hidden paradise. It is such an amazing place that makes you want to leave the civilised world for good.
We stayed at Lamai Serengeti Lodge for 4 days and it was very near Serengeti National Park.
Everyday I wish there is no ending. The Game viewing at the park is endless. I saw the migration of wildebeest & Zebras, different cats, group of Elephants, Group of Giraffes, Spotted Rhinos (Please let's save them!), beautiful birds, Thomson's gazelle, group of Hippopotamus & Crocodiles, etc.
After Serengeti National Park we headed to Ngorongoro National Park for another 4 days.
Ngorongoro is beautiful and has its own characteristics but Serengeti is even more beautiful because it gives you the real touch of WILD AFRICAN SAFARI.
First week of July 2015. It was the best time for us, not so crowded, temperature is fantastic, not so dusty, bushes not that tall and you can easily... Read more spot the animals. We also had an unforgettable close encounter with 3 male lions while our car didn't have any window at all ( It was terrifying & fun experience).
We would like to praise our Guide and Lamai Serengeti Staff for providing us an unforgettable vacation in Serengeti.
To our Guide, he was extremely knowledgeable and always very polite and we learnt a lot from him. He is one of the best guide we've ever seen. I think he is a very valuable asset to Nomad Tanzania Company
Location: Serengeti National Park
Lodge: Lamai Serengeti by Nomad Tanzania
Guide: ANAPHI
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Convenient
Nairobi National Park is pleasant, but its biggest perk is its closeness to the capital city of Nairobi. There was a reasonable variety of animals, such as zebra, giraffe and antelope. There were reportedly some lions nearby, but we weren't able to see them.
Good for a day trip, but if you want a more thorough safari experience you will have to go further afield.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Namibia by Nico
Namibia is an incredible destination. Every area is a postcard for its landscapes. Every rock hides a different animal. Best holiday ever. My only regret is that animals are not 100% protected everywhere and that hunters can go and pay to kill endangered species.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Tanzania by Precious Guimbal
Being a well travelled person, the number 1 Place I've even visited in my life is TANZANIA.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Kenya by David
We travelled a little around Kenya, but not too far from major population centres. The bits we did see were great though.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very well organised and our tour guide and our guide Simon was very knowledgeable.
The tour was very well coordinated by Hannah and the itinerary suggested was well thought out and covered both Savannah and Lakeshore environments. The accommodation selected was very comfortable indeed with Sweetwaters exceptional and in retrospect we should have stayed an extra day in either Amboseli or Masai Mara. The latter was the pick of the bunch especially at this time of year with the migration on. It was a pity that we did not witness a crossing and the absence of Flamingos at Lake Nakuru which seems to have man made factors contributing to the fact is a cause for environmental and tourist concern. Our guide Simon was excellent, a safe driver , ever so knowledgeable and understood a photographers viewpoint as well and positioned us for some lovely shots. We would without hesitation use Trevaron again if the opportunity arose and do Samburu in the hope of catching the elusive leopard that we missed. In essence the tour was all that we hoped it would be and our family carry long cherished memories and friendships from this experience.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We went on a 4 day safari through the Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti national parks.
Overall we have a great time on our safari with Northern Circuit. The accommodations were great and the food was excellent. Our guide was knowledgeable of all the animals.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
2 Day : 1 night tour to Amboseli
Peter and his team were fantastic! We had two days in Amboseli - including two game drives and a visit to the Masai village. The accomodation at Kibo safari Camp was fantastic as was the buffet and service.
I would highly recommend this trip with Flash Mc Tours.
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
wonderfull 4-days safari in Serengeti by our own
We did a wonderfull 4 days-trip by our own in Serengeti and Ngorongoro parks. Accomodations were booked directly and we did the same with David to get a "personnal" car during the safari. The driver was perfect and the car in good condition. The price was discussed when booking and we had no surprise. In addition car permits were arranged directly at the agency in Arusha. A good experience for us.