AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Smooth, clear communication, simplified process to work with them.
Service and communication was very good before the trips which made you feel at ease that your with a good guiding company. Although your paying a bit more, it’s worth the private ride provided and professional tour guides that ensure you get taken good care off in any activity (we did Gorilla trek and the Akegera Safari) as our guide Richard gave us a lot of info about the country and the animals there.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service and committed staff
I’m writing this while on a wind down stay in Zanzibar after a fantastic seven night Tanzanian safari arranged and organised by RO Scavenger Safari.
We had some reservations at first because at the time we booked (May 2024) they had very few reviews online but from our first contact they were very responsive to every question and request we had, Silas was our main point of contact and he never seemed to sleep! Any message was replied to within the hour day or night, and after several days of back and forth with choices of location and budget we had an itinerary we were happy with and as the cherry on the cake all at a competitive price.
We flew into Nairobi and drove to the border where we met our guide and driver for the week Edward who proved to be the perfect man for the job, patient, good humoured, informative and able to position our vehicle perfectly taking all conditions into account and being sensitive to the wildlife. As well as all the usual big game he picked out smaller and more unusual animals such as a python in tree, caracal and abundant bird life.
All our accommodations were as described, the choice of tented camps were perfect with Moyo camp in central Serengeti being a favourite.
Food and drinks while on safari were good and plentiful and I don’t think we could ask for more.
Top tips from us are, don’t underestimate distances as the roads can be “challenging “, pick two or three locations to base yourself at depending on season rather than a different location every night as the travelling can be tiring, do try tented camps, they were extremely comfortable (flushing toilets and hot showers in the middle of the bush) and sitting around a campfire and hearing wild animals outside your tent are things not to be missed.
We were extremely pleased with RO Scavenger, they are a small team who really care about their clients and are preparing to go the extra distance to make sure that you get the best experience and we recommend them without hesitation. Asante san Robert, Silas, Edward and the team.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
the best trip of my life
It has been an incredible experience, we saw a lot of animals and our guide had a lot of knowledge about the area and the animals and was giving us a lot of super interesting information, plus he knew how to find the animals super fast! The food was also delicious and the people were all lovely with us and always made our trip super easy. The tents were very comfortable and the organizer (Eli) is the best!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing tour with Daniel!
We booked an 8 day tour with Daniel which was great! We spent two days in Lalibela and he showed us round the churches and took us up to the monastery, he also had us at his home for lunch - Daniel is from Lalibela and has spent a lot of time at the churches so knows a huge amount about them and can you show you lots of different parts that others may not know about. He also took us for drinks on our last day in Lalibela! He then booked us on to a 3 day tour of the Danakil Depression - although this is where we parted ways he continually checked on us to make sure we were okay during the danakil tour! The tour he booked us on to was extremely well planned and amazing to see! He then arranged for us to visit the Tigray region - everything was seamless, he planned all the drivers and accommodation and was flexible to our needs when we had already booked accommodation in certain places. Long after the tour with Daniel ended we needed help contacting a hotel as we didn’t have the ability to make calls to Ethiopian numbers - I messaged Daniel on the off chance he could call for us and he sorted everything out for us and then called us to make sure everything went okay! It was great booking with Daniel and we always felt safe and assured that everything would go to plan!
CH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing 5-Day Budget Safari – Unforgettable Experience!
We had an incredible 5-day budget safari with Mountain Warriors, exploring Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire National Park. From start to finish, everything was well organized, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Our guide, Innocent, had an impressive knowledge of the wildlife and always found the best spots to observe the animals up close.
A big shoutout to our cook, Miriam, who prepared delicious meals for us every day. Not only was her food excellent, but she was also a wonderful person who made sure we were well taken care of.
We were completly satisfied with Mountain Warriors and would book our safari with them again.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best Taylor made safari ever!
Noel build the Safari Taylor made on my requests and my schedule. Amazing tour across Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngoro Ngoro and the crater. Our guide Sija (perfect Italian speaking) was polite, and very precise and really full of culture (not only of animals but historic anecdotes and geology). He try to do his best to let us see all the animals, and we see all we could see: lions, hippo, impala, gnu, zebra, cheetah, and many birds, lots of elephants and giraffes buffalos and the rare Rhino… our glampings were very nice the best was Aangata in the middle of the jungle near the NgorocNgoro crater. We are really satisfied of our investment.!!!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Informative, patient, and attentive!
Went with Lems and he took us to Kruger National Park. He drove all day, proactively stopped for restroom breaks, and taught us a thing or two about all the wildlife there! We saw four of the Big 5. Would definitely come back!
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best experience with the best company!
Wow, what an experience!
Petro took care of everything from a to z,
We were licky to have dicent (vicente) as our guide. Probably the best guide there is in the whole area.
Had a once in a lifetime experience thanks to these guys, would recommend every day and especially again dicent which we really miss!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Truly Unforgettable Safari Experience - 5 Stars!
We recently went on a 5-day safari (Lake Manyara, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro) with Sandpiper Safaris. From start to finish, the attention to detail was exceptional, and the team went above and beyond to ensure every moment was unforgettable.
The organisation and communication was top-notch. When booking, they sent through a detailed itinerary and were flexible to accomodate our needs. They also arranged transfers to the airport and hotel, offering excellent service throughout.
Our guide, Abouh, was an absolute legend. He made sure we had the best safari experience possible. We saw the Big 5, thanks to his eagle eyes! Abouh was incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife and parks, always answering our questions with enthusiasm.
Richard, our lovely chef, cooked up the most delicious meals, and there was always more than enough to eat. We had hot meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner everyday, and he was able to cater to different dietary requirements.
Overall, I cannot recommend Sandpiper Safaris enough. They are a very professional company, and everything exceeded our expectations. We are already looking forward to booking another adventure with them in the future.
Asante sana!!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible! Smooth Communication, Guide with 20+ years Experience, Kenyan Family Owned. Book Now!
My husband and I booked our private 3-Day Masai Mara safari the day before — very spontaneously! Simon was our main point of contact during the planning phase and he instantly earned my trust by providing quality information and helping us customize our experience, including a pick-up at our accommodations at Lake Navaisha. He provided a list of quality lodges (a few inside the park and several outside) and helped us choose Enkorok which was a mid-range option (the place was excellent). Simon then assured us that Stephen, our guide, would pick us up at 8:30 the next morning and there he was, smiling and ready to go, right on time. Stephen is easy to enjoy spending several days with as he’s friendly and a very safe driver, instantly easing us into our journey. He’s been a guide at all of the Kenyan and Tanzanian parks for over 20 years and can spot an animal out of the corner of his eye while traversing muddy roads. He has deep knowledge of all of the animals, their habitats and behavior. And, he’s friendly with all of the other guides, ensuring that when they see something extraordinary, we learn about it first! We got to see a cheetah kill and 5 cheetahs enjoying the spoils, which was a trip highlight. Stephen, a native Kenyan, is co-owner of the business with his son William and Simon. They are committed to customizing the experience to your tastes and needs, and we were grateful for a memorable, comfortable and INCREDIBLE adventure. If you’re going to book, book with them directly for the best rates and also so that all the proceeds go to this wonderful Kenyan owned family business.
