Most beautiful place i've seen in my life
The Masai mara is the real Safari experience. After more than 60 countries visited, the Masai Mara must be the location that impressed me the most. It is so full of wildlife and it is so authentic and unspoiled. Beautiful.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Experience!
If anyone plans on hiking Kilimanjaro or doing Safari, I wouldn't recommend using any company other than E-Trip Africa. We did Kili, Safari and Zanzibar and the experience was beyond anything I'd ever expect. They were easily available to us via phone and email prior to the trip for any questions/recommendations. They put together several proposals and quickly revised them as our group finalized our trip. The personal service was better than anything I'd ever seen with a travel company. The owners met us at our hotels before and after the hike (3 or 4 times total while in Tanzania). For Kili, they hand pick their guides and they all have medical training. Our vitals were taken every single day to ensure our health during the hike. There were no shortcuts in terms of gear or crew members. The entire trip was flawless and meticulously planned. And for added assurance, the company is registered in the US. If I could give E-Trip Africa 100 stars I would.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
I <3 Kenya
I have traveled all over the world since young adult. With more than 60 countries in my curriculum, Africa was the continent I visited the less, spending most of my time in Asia and South America. It was time to visit Africa and do a safari in their most popular destination: The Masai Mara. I can only speak about my regret for not exploring Africa earlier. The people are amazing, the wildlife is just stunning, you have to go to know how it is, it is difficult to explain. It has absolutely nothing to do with a Zoo. here the animals run free and the circle of life can be experienced.
Our tour operator was It Started in Africa, chosen after careful consideration and analysis of reviews and forums. We're all happy with the choice as the logistics were smooth, the car (land cruiser!) was in great shape and never let us down and specially the guide, Kweka, provided one of the best experiences we could ever hoped for. Highly recommended!
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
breathtaking experience
Live this experience was lovely. As a professional in the tourism market, having the opportunity to experience the safari far beyond what the TV channels show is really enlightening. Witness the attack of the lions to zebras was positively indescribable as all the service you offer. Amazing! The experience brought me knowledge that I now share with my clients and friends. Its a full experience. You have to live it!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Safari in Tanzania
My girlfriend and I did a 4 day safari (Serengeti, Ngoro and Lake Manyara). Peter was very flexible and accommodating. We were under some time constraints and wanted to maximize what we saw. Also, because of flights, we had to start in Mwanza and end in Arusha. Peter was very responsive and created a great customized itinerary for us that made a lot of sense based on what we wanted. He also presented excellent lodging options and found a great substitute last minute when one of the lodges became unavailable. The guide (Godfrey) was extremely professional and very knowledgeable. He did a terrific job trekking animals and told us exactly when to be patient, which paid off big time.
I have done several safaris in Africa and this was by far the best, in large part due to Peter's planning and attention. Would highly recommend.
PH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
worth-errific safari!
it is enjoyable and fun. this is made possible because mr. peter assured that everything is in place, accommodation, transportation, and among others. it is indeed a hassle-free trip. mr. john, the guide/driver is just amazing. he really take good care of us making sure that we are travelling safe and of course making it sure that we left nothing unexplored for the whole trip. with that, mr. peter and mr. john thank you for giving me the best safari experience. asante sana!
Excellent safari at a reasonable price.
I recently returned from an excellent 8 day safari to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park with Safari Makers Ltd. From the start, Jane in the office was most helpful and quickly responsive organizing a tenting/lodging experience that fit our schedule and needs, all at a reasonable price. This included all arrangements following arrival at Kilimanjaro airport through return to the airport. It more than met my expectations.
Our driver/guide, Ayubu, was also excellent; informative, a friendly traveling companion, safe driver, and eagle-eyed spotting game. I suggest requesting him for your adventure.
I would recommend Safari Makers Ltd if you are looking for a personalized trip of a lifetime.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous from start to finish.
Zambezi Safari & Travel Co was recommended to me by a dear friend who had experienced an amazing holiday herself in Zambia. She is deaf and has a severe visual impairment but Zambezi organised such a wonderful holiday for her with some very special memories. We are a family of 4 with two teenage girls and safari first-timers. As soon as I spoke to Fi Thompson, the Kenya specialist, I knew that she would find us the perfect safari experience. We talked at length about what we wanted from the holiday and she recommended 3 different locations each offering totally different experiences. Having grown up in Kenya, Fi knew so much about the different areas and camps available and when we had finally made our decision to go ahead she even called one of the camp owners at his home to secure the booking. She always responded promptly to all my queries, any time of the day and I really felt in safe hands. When the troubles in Kenya started to affect some holiday areas, Fi was so reassuring but suggested changing our route home slightly so that we didn't go via Mombassa. During the holiday, every pick-up, flight and transfer went so smoothly and we really felt valued by the wonderful people in Kenya for realising that the majority of Kenya is no-where near any problems or incidents and that it really is safe to travel there. We have some amazing photos and stories to share and I really can't thank Fi and Zambezi enough for making it all happen.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was amazing- we saw lion cubs, giraffes, zebras, baboons & leopards, in a short amount of time.
The communication and service was wonderful. We were able to get in contact easily and received replies quickly about any questions we had. Everyone at Big Time Holidays Ltd was extremely friendly and welcoming. Our guide was also very knowledgeable about all of the wild life we saw which made the experience even better. I definitely recommend going to Samburu with Big Time Holidays Ltd!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
We did our first safari trip with CrissCross Safari for 21 day, we were very lucky to have Thinus as our guide.
We selected CrissCross based on the reviews on safaribookings.com. Thinus and his team was very responsive from beginning of inquire, all the way to end. They developed the detailed itinerary, to which were incorporated some specifics we had identified. We trusted CrissCross and were well rewarded.
During the trip, every day was an adventure. We don’t know what’s going to happen, but we knew there will be something exciting awaiting for us, all thanks to Thinus excellent planning and vast knowledge of the area, culture, animal…!
A great guide will make a huge difference to your safari trip! That became obvious when we started sharing photos with other guests in various lodges we visited, and all were jealous of all we had seen.
The dedication of the guide, his intimate knowledge of all areas visited, the choice of hotels, the right balance of activity and rest periods, made this trip a true trip of a lifetime
If there is way to give 6 stars, I would!