DK
Very reliable Tour operator and driver !
Just returned from Uganda we had an experience of our life. Elias our driver was terrific, driving safely, provided us with good laughs, a lot useful information about Uganda, the people, the fauna and everybody were so kind and helpful. We stayed at beautiful lodges (Buhoma and Papaya Lake) AND what a meeting we had we a 17 member family of mountain gorillas - that was amazing. We also did the chimpanzee tour, however we did not get that close to them, but is was an exiting tour as Well. We also visited the BATWA Pygmees from the Buhoma Lodge - met the king at got an introduction to the life of the Pygmees - highly recommended as well.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Extremely helpful and well organised
Last year I traveled with Moafrika to Shepherds Tree lodge in Pilanesberg and decided to use them again this year I did not think they could surpass the standards that were set last year but they did my contact Kuda was so helpful as my flight was arriving late due to the weather I did not know if my accommodation would still be open and she stayed in contact all the time I was arriving. Also the lodge staff would do anything to make your stay better
PT
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience!
We went on a 4-day safari and it was an incredible experience. The company has proven to be a reliable and efficient organization. Beatrice, the person we worked with from the beginning, was quick and objective in clarifying all our doubts. Benji, our guide during the 4 days of safari was friendly, knowledgeable about fauna and flora and tireless so that we could make the most of the experience. All meals served were hot and of very good quality and the all the accommodation were great. All in all, it exceeded my expectations!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic guide and service!
We booked online for the 4x4 Land Cruiser.
Peter kindly met us and helped us purchase the tickets for entry and then handed us over to Piuce our guide.
Piuce was very knowledgeable about the park and all of the animals and has excellent eyesight!! He was fun and engaging and made sure we caught all the big five! We were very lucky to have the vehicle to ourselves and had a great view at every spot thanks to Piuces’ attentiveness and the vehicle itself.
Highly recommend!!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Tour
I travelled to Masai Mara with Yaha Safaris and it was an incredible experience. organized flawlessly, from the initial trip planning to its conclusion of our tour. The service was both professional and personalized. A special thanks to Rodgers for the exceptional work in fulfilling our requests, from destinations to the types of experiences we wanted. I highly recommend the operator to anyone planning a safari.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience, made our trip extra special. With love from South Africa 🇿🇦
Wonderful day with on the tour, excellent service
FI
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exellent service
Kihindo Tours and safaris were reliable and safe organisation for solo lady traveler. I felt safe and well looked after during whole time. My guide and driver were very good and they knew a lot of animals and their behavior, local nature and plants too. They both speak very good English, had good sense of humor and they were extremely polite and we had great time together during whole safari. Also all timetables, transportation's etc. were always in time. Thank you so much for unforgettable experience in Mikumi National Park. Bibi
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jungle Empire Africa is a highly professional and responsive tour operator that delivers well-organi
I contacted Jungle Empire Africa for a day excursion to Nairobi National Park, the Elephant Orphanage, and the Giraffe Center, and the experience exceeded my expectations. Benson Kungu, the tour director, was highly responsive to my inquiry and ensured that everything was handled professionally and efficiently.
The tour itself was seamless and enjoyable. Benson guided me through Nairobi National Park with great expertise, providing detailed explanations and ensuring I had a memorable safari experience. Visiting the Elephant Orphanage and the Giraffe Center was truly special, and the day ended with a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
I highly recommend Jungle Empire Africa to anyone looking for a well-organized and unforgettable adventure in Kenya. Their professionalism and attention to detail made my day trip truly exceptional!
FR
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It's the most beautiful travel of the world !
Pallid Safaris took so well care of us we only had to enjoy every second of our safari. Only wonderful places to see wonderful landscapes
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfectly planned and executed with the best people.
I'll admit, it seemed a bit strange booking this trip having never spoken to anyone over the phone and hearing a human voice, but I did not need to worry. Amelia from Red Africa was quick to respond with any questions and was very helpful. We received our itinerary about a week before we left home(Colorado, USA) and everything looked planned out in a way that put me at ease.
Jaco picked my wife and I up on time in a clean, well kept VW Transporter that was very comfortable over the next five days. Jaco was exactly person I wanted guiding us on this trip. He's genuinely interested in the natural world, extremely knowledgeable, very friendly, and a good cook a well. Within an hour of leaving Johannesburg we had already seen white rhino, buffalo, and ostrich in the wild.(outside of a fuel station no less haha) That set the tone for an experience that is once in a lifetime... but we'll be back.
We opted for a five day trip with the first two days on the Panorama Route. I would highly recommend this as Graskop Gorge and Moholoholo are something very special. Moses at Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre is a wonderful personality, and the work they do is incredible. The Blyde River Canyon and surrounding area is also a breathtaking place that I would not want to miss now that I've seen it. The accommodations were extremely nice as well. Dinner was prepared outside by the hotel the first night, and Jaco cooked a great meal for us outside our condo at Moholoholo the next night.
At the end of the third day, we made it to Skukuza rest camp at Kruger National Park. On the very first guided tour that night, we saw wild dogs, leopards, elephant, giraffe, and many other amazing creatures. That trend continued for the next two days. All of the big five were spotted, but don't get caught up in that. There is so much to see and you are almost always left in awe, even just walking back to camp from the safari van or outside the restaurant at camp.(the restaurant is also better than it has any right to be inside a national park) The accommodations at Skukuza were exactly what I needed as well. I don't really care for sleeping on the ground, but I also don't need a five star hotel necessarily. This was perfect.
All of the drives through the park & the bush walk were excellent, but if Jaco asks if you want to go on a drive through the park with him, absolutely go. That was my favorite part of the trip. He is an endless source of knowledge for the area and still seems genuinely excited about it even after doing it for so long. We were able to stop and see some of the things sometimes passed by on the other tours. This is not a mark against them either as they have to be efficient for everyone on board.
After a tour of a lifetime, Jaco dropped us with Trevor who took us back to Johannesburg. We were exhausted, but Trevor had us laughing the entire trip back. It was a great way to end the trip.
Some other notes:
If you are the type of person that needs a day to relax by the pool, you should book more than three days in Kruger itself. There is not much down time especially if you want to see as many things as possible. My only regret is not booking a seven day trip with five days in Kruger. The second part of our trip was out of Cape Town, so we had to sacrifice a couple days of Kruger. With that said, everything went like clockwork. It was very impressive.
Get cash so you can tip. We should have done more research, but tipping normal in South Africa. In a lot of situations, you won't just be able to tip on a credit card.
If you can bring binoculars, definitely do so. I had a bag of camera gear, but my wife use the binoculars the entire time. She was really happy we brought them.
I highly recommend Red Africa and will be sending many friends their way.
