20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Welcoming company in Uganda
We had a very good 10 days travelling around Uganda with Nyana Tours. Our route included Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi. We liked having a mixture of wildlife, forest and different activities rather than only doing game drives. Timothy was our guide and was very professional throughout the trip. He always explained what the plan was for the following day, which was helpful because there were quite a few early mornings. The accommodation was comfortable and the organisation was generally very good. The gorilla trekking was the experience we will probably remember most.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They have super guides
The trip was fantastic. Sam, our guide, and Jackson, his assistant, were very professional, helpful and caring. They did all their best to spot the animals and get near them, so that we could see a lot more than expected. Just great!
GR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful and responsive. They answered all our questions right away.
An excellent experience! The vehicle was perfect, and our driver was very knowledgeable and eager to help us see as much as possible.
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great value for money and great time
Chris picked me up right on time in a beautifully maintained vehicle. We entered the park and he started spotting the different animals right away from amazing distances. We spent a long time with a pride of lions. Chris was generous and patient and almost instinctively knew what interested me without me even having to say it.
Well recommended!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible !
I did an 8-day safari and absolutely loved it!
A special mention goes to our driver, Benny, who truly made this experience unforgettable. He was incredibly kind, patient, and experienced, always ready to accommodate our wishes and make sure we had the best possible experience. No matter what we asked for, he was always there with a smile, doing his very best to give us the best views and unforgettable wildlife encounters. His passion, dedication, and incredible eye for spotting animals made a real difference throughout the trip.
Thanks to Benny, we were lucky enough to see the Big Five, as well as other incredible animals, including a cheetah. Thanks to his experience and knowledge, we also managed to witness the wildebeest crossing in the northern Serengeti, a truly unforgettable moment!
All the hotels were very good, and in several cases, the reality was even better than the catalogue photos. The value for money was also much better than we expected.
I wholeheartedly recommend this safari to anyone, and if you are lucky enough to have Benny as your driver, you are in excellent hands. He is not just a great driver, but someone who genuinely cares about making your trip special. We are incredibly grateful for everything he did to make these eight days so memorable.
One small tip: the central Serengeti is also an excellent area for wildlife viewing, with plenty of animals to spot.
Overall, an amazing experience that I would recommend without hesitation!
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing Safari Experience with Splendid Vacation!
We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Splendid Vacation during our safari in Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru!
From the beginning, Brenda was extremely professional, helpful, and responsive. She made the entire planning process smooth and easy, always answering our questions and ensuring everything was well organized.
A very special thank you to our amazing guide, James, who truly made our safari unforgettable! His knowledge of wildlife, professionalism, kindness, and passion for his work were outstanding. Thanks to his experience and dedication, we were able to see the Big Five, the Ugly Five, and many other incredible animals.
Traveling as a family with our 7-year-old son, we especially appreciated James’s patience, friendliness, and efforts to make the experience enjoyable for everyone.
Everything was perfectly organized, and we felt safe and well taken care of throughout the trip.
We returned home with unforgettable memories and couldn’t be happier with our experience!
We highly recommend Splendid Vacation, and especially Brenda and James, to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
Thank you for making our African adventure so special! 🇰🇪🦁🐘
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing experience
My seven-day safari with Viva Safaris was an unforgettable experience! The absolute highlight was our extraordinary guides, whose knowledge of the bush and wildlife was incredible. They answered every question with enthusiasm and expertise, making every day a learning experience. The accommodations were comfortable, and the food and kitchen team were wonderful. I always felt safe. An exceptional experience from start to finish, made truly special by the people who brought it to life. I definitely got more than my moneys worth! Highly recommend!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari with Lion King! Exceptional lodges and amazing guide Lemomo
We had the absolute best time on our Tanzania safari with Lion King! From start to finish, everything was seamlessly organized and completely exceeded our expectations.
The accommodations arranged by Lion King were top-notch and truly great value for money—comfortable, beautiful, and the perfect places to unwind after a long day in the bush.
A special shout-out to our wonderful guide, Lemomo! He made our safari truly unforgettable:
Thoughtful & Attentive: Lemomo took such good care of us throughout the entire trip, paying attention to every small detail.
Great Angles for Photos: He has incredible skill and patience in positioning the vehicle to ensure we always got the best viewing and photo angles for animal encounters.
Spotless Vehicle: The safari vehicle was kept clean, tidy, and comfortable every single day despite the dusty roads.
We had such a joyful time together and formed a great friendship. If you are planning a safari in Tanzania, we highly recommend Lion King and especially guide Lemomo!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Experience! I got to see the Big 5 and so much more!!
What an amazing experience on safari organized by Zanzi tours. The safari itself was just simply amazing. The time in Zanzibar was wonderful as well! My safari guide was excellent. I would give him 10 stars out of 5! The safari vehicle had some issues, but the guide kept us safe and was able to resolve the issues with teamwork. I had a minor issue the first night is I had food poisoning (boxed lunch not properly refrigerated), but I felt better the next morning. Both nights camping, I had access to electricity for my C-Pap. Overall, I had a wonderful experience with Zanzi Tours.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Poor communication and ghosting me after the trip about a refund
I was extremely disappointed with the communication from this company and they ghosted me about a refund that they promised.
We booked our tour more than six months in advance but after the down payment, I did not receive any follow up emails to my questions, even after I wrote to them several times. This continued for long enough that I actually contacted the actual safari lodge to make sure that there was a reservation in place for my family. I was reassured when they said that the reservation existed. As for the confirmation of the flights from Cape Town to Kruger, that did not happen until the week before the trip.
The night before the flight out of Cape Town, I found that Cape Town Tours had booked my son's ticket under the wrong last name. I called and emailed and received a response telling me how to fix it at the airport, that it would cost 690 rand for the name change, and that they would reimburse me for the mistake. I sent them a copy of the receipt for the name change and have not heard back from them since despite several emails, direct messages on the web site, and also some text messages. After several months without a response, I am giving up but wanted to share my experience with others.
The actual safari lodge was excellent with excellent service and good food and they accommodated my wife who is vegan. The location on the river was beautiful and we had lions and elephants that wandered between the lodges and the river. The flights went smoothly and the transfers from the airport to the lodge were easy. There are fewer animals to be seen in South Africa compared to Tanzania but my wife and son and daughter, who had never been on a safari, absolutely loved the experience.
So overall, the communication from Cape Town Tours was poor and we could have had the same experience with a different tour company.