CO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Marvellous trip
I liked a lot travelling with Simon, he is an excellent person, very kind and helpful. Besides that he tells you everything about the animals and he is very agile to find them te cuenta todo sobre los animales. He has a very nice personality, everything was wonderful😍
SG
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Super fun and full of energy! Made our experience a 10/10.
It was really so much fun. Our guide, Joseph, was so kind and funny, and he was committed to making our experience as amazing as possible. We managed to see the Big 5 thanks to him, and a plethora of other animals. I think our experience was so amazing in part because of him. The organisation was also so accommodating to dietary restrictions, and the lovely chefs were kind and positive and made delicious food. It was truly a pleasure with them. Our friend had her birthday and she’s gluten free, the chefs prepared a delicious cake for her and all the staff helped make a huge celebration. It was really unforgettable. The amount of care they exhibited this trip was unreal and I’d love to book with them again in the future.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extremely supportive, good knowledge about animals and safari. Really appreciate it.
Jocky tours and safari team has been really helpful right from the day we initiated our booking.
Special mention for Francis, he has been really good in Game drives and helped with good spottings.
Thanks for the great trip.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding
Gilbert and Ozzy gave our family a safari of a lifetime. Their knowledge and expertise helped us make core memories as a family. Definitely a trip to remember!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very efficient and handled all our requests for accomodation promptly
Appodiforms handled all our requests promptly. Janet was very prompt from very beginning when started booking the trip, made accomodation arrangements as we had requested and even made recommendations for specific safari camps and Lodges. Our driver and guide Songe was very professional. He was always ready few minutes ahead of planned safari times. He is very resourceful and familiar with roads in all parks we visited. He makes every attempt to locate and show the animals. Overall we are very happy with our trip.
SG
Fast response from owner and guides were professional
Whatsapp reply prior and during the trip were fast. During our one week trip, we went Lalibela, Gondar and Harar so there were many flights and logistics involved but all went smoothly. All the guides were professional and took great care of us. Thank you
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional at managing every single detail with high touch.
Jessica and the Dancing Zebra Safari Team put together the trip of a lifetime for us. Her recommendations on when and where to travel, lodging, and activities were all excellent and we had a seamless trip with exceptional service from both Jessica and team and from all the associated partners and vendors. We had a lovely visit to the Mto wa Mbu village on our way from Arusha to the Ngorongoro Crater. We loved Ngorongoro, then went to Central Serengeti, which was also fabulous. All along we stayed in Lemala lodging and received incredible service. Our last stop was Northern Serengeti, also outstanding! Our Safari driver was a wealth of knowledge about all the animals, birds, plants, and he knew every aspect of the land, and how to navigate us for the best possible experience with the wildlife. Jessica managed every detail of our journey with great thoughtfulness and care. She checked in regularly and was available anytime we needed her (and everything was so smooth we never did). This was an A+++ experience, and I would recommend Jessica and her exceptional team of partners to anyone and everyone interested in this amazing journey.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply incredible
I was initially skeptical about taking a newborn into the wild. A three-month-old baby on safari? It sounded risky. But my wife had always dreamed of experiencing Africa this way, and I could see how much it meant to her. She wasn't going to let motherhood stop her from living fully.
When we contacted Curated Tours, I had a million questions. How would we manage the baby in the heat? What if something went wrong? Would we all be comfortable? They answered every question patiently and never made me feel like I was overthinking it. They had considered every detail, and their plan gave me complete confidence.
Basecamp Adventure exceeded every expectation. Our tent overlooking the Talek River was beautiful, but more importantly, it was practical. We had everything we needed for our baby, and the setup was comfortable for all of us. For the first time since becoming parents, I was able to truly relax.
The picnic in the Mara was one of the highlights of the trip. Sitting in the middle of the wilderness with my wife and our baby, sharing a great meal while surrounded by the beauty of the savannah, was something I'll never forget. It was peaceful, grounding, and reminded me that life isn't just about responsibilities. It's about creating moments like these with the people you love.
The bush walk changed something in me. Being out there on foot, without the comfort of a vehicle, with Nelson guiding us so confidently through the wilderness, was both intimidating and exhilarating. My heart was racing, but I finally understood the excitement my wife had been talking about.
Then there was the visit to the Maasai village. Watching my wife dressed in the beautiful custom outfit they made for her, fully embracing the experience, was unforgettable. She connected with something genuine, something that felt deeply rooted in her heritage. Seeing our baby there too made it even more meaningful. It felt like we were creating memories that would stay with our family forever.
I came home a different person. Less focused on what could go wrong and more open to what life has to offer. Curated Tours didn't just organize a safari. They showed me that being a husband and a father doesn't mean avoiding every risk. It means choosing the right experiences with people you trust.
We're already planning our next adventure with them.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My Unforgettable Kenyan Safari Adventure
I still can't believe I actually did it. When I found out I was pregnant, I thought my safari dreams were gone, at least for a few years. But then I held my three-month-old baby in my arms last October, and something just clicked. I knew I had to try.
I was honestly nervous when I reached out to Curated Tours. How would I manage a newborn on a safari? But they got it. They didn't make it sound easy or try too hard to sell me. They just said they'd take care of us, and they meant it.
They chose Basecamp Adventure for us, and our tent overlooked the Talek River. Waking up to that view with my baby, hearing the river flow, seeing the wildlife come down to drink... it was everything I imagined.
But here's where they really showed up. I mentioned I wanted a custom Masai dress made. Instead of saying it wasn't possible or that it would be too complicated with a newborn in tow, they just made it happen. They carved out time from the trip without hesitation to get it done. No questions, no excuses. Just yes.
Then came the Masai village visit. I didn't expect it to hit me the way it did. Having roots in the Masai tribe myself, stepping back into that world felt like coming home. Wearing my custom dress, being surrounded by my people, sharing that moment with my baby... I felt so alive. Like something inside me that had been quiet my whole life suddenly woke up.
Nelson was there too, understanding exactly what this meant to me. The whole experience felt personal, not like a checkbox on a tour itinerary.
I'm definitely going back with Curated Tours. They didn't just plan a trip. They made space for me to be a mother, a dreamer, and to reconnect with who I am
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
an incredible tour
Going on an African safari was at the top of my bucket list, and it absolutely did not disappoint. I went into the trip hoping to see the Big Five and visit Giraffe Manor, but I ended up experiencing so much more. The wildlife, the people, the camps and hotels, and the overall experience exceeded every expectation I had. We worked with Jose to plan the trip, and he took our ideas and turned them into an incredible itinerary. The only negative thing I can say is that communication when booking the trip can be better. There were a few miscommunications about the baggage allowance for the mini flights and the pdf that was provided wasn’t very clear. When we did ask for clarity, we were told to refer to the pdf which caused additional issues with the visas (the pdf said we could get an evisa but then told by the journey designer that they recommended we get it on site). Things like that should have been better for the amount we paid , however once we landed in Nairobi, the communication was significantly better. I think the back and forth between ourselves and the journey designer could have been avoided if there was an scheduled call to discuss. Other than that, I think the service we received was fantastic and the accommodations were incredible.
My husband and I spent 13 days around Kenya and Tanzania, 7 of which was on the safaris. In Kenya, we met up with Mose who made everything seamless from the moment we arrived. He arranged our airport pickup and organized a guide for our first day in Nairobi, helping us make the most of our time before heading to Giraffe Manor.
Our first day in Nairobi was spent touring the city with Alex, who took us to Snake Park and the Aquarium, the Kenyatta International Conference Centre, and Karura Forest. Alex was a fantastic guide and shared so much about Kenya's history, people, and tribes.
The next day, Moses drove us to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust's Nairobi Nursery. We saw a baby zebra and its best friend, a black rhino, watched elephants play in the mud, and learned about the incredible conservation work being done there. Before leaving, my husband and I fostered a mischievous 3-year-old elephant.
We then spent the night at Giraffe Manor, which was everything I had hoped for and more. The service, food, and overall experience were exceptional. Since it was my birthday, the staff surprised me with a cake and sang Happy Birthday in Swahili. One of the highlights was waking up to giraffes outside our window waiting for treats before joining guests at breakfast. Getting to interact with them so closely was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Our safari began in the Maasai Mara, where we stayed at Mara Bush Camp and were guided by the incredible John Tompoi. John went above and beyond to make sure we saw everything on our wish list, and within 10 minutes of landing, he had already helped us spot our first lionesses resting under the trees. Over three days of game drives, we saw lion prides, a cheetah take down an impala, elephants, giraffes, hippos, hyenas, zebras, buffalo, jackals, and more, with the leopard being the only animal that eluded us. Mara Bush Camp was equally impressive, with attentive staff, excellent food and drinks, and regular appearances from baboons, elephants, and hippos during our meals. Note the truck here did not have any frills aside for chargers but it was fine, cellular service worked great there. We only had one picnic breakfast during our time there which consisted of eggs to our liking, pastries, wines, beers. The one picnic breakfast was due to how close Mara Bush Camp was to the National Park and my request to eat breakfast at the camp, head out for a game drive, return for lunch and relaxation then another game drive.
Once we arrived in the Serengeti, we were guided by Yassin Kweka, who met us in a more modern truck - it had wifi, chargers, hand wipes etc. Yassin helped us check another item off our list by finding our first leopard. He also took us to see one of the famous lion trees, where several lions were lounging in the branches. We had incredible wildlife sightings throughout the Serengeti, including a lion and lioness on their "honeymoon." We stayed at the Melia Serengeti, which was a beautiful property with amazing views and service. Meliá is pretty far from Serengeti like 2 hours so all the lunches were picnic. I enjoyed them as they were always hot somehow, we’d have stews, soups, salads, and dessert. We also had coffee, cold water, wine, beers and juices available at all times. The only thing was that Melia kept forgetting to pack what we ordered but honestly what we requested was so basic I am kinda glad they forgot.
On our way to Ngorongoro Crater, Yassin made sure we had the opportunity to visit a Maasai village, even helping us with cash so we wouldn't miss the experience. We then stayed at Melia Ngorongoro Lodge, which was equally impressive. Ngorongoro gave us our final Big Five sighting when we spotted several black rhinos, including a mother and calf, as well as a male grazing surprisingly close to the road. We also had packed lunch here as well, and from I remember it was pretty good with stews.
The final safari stop was Tarangire National Park, where we stayed at the intimate Nimali Tarangire. The lodge was incredible and provided a perfect ending to our safari. The staff so attentive, they also sung happy birthday to us and brought out all the staff to do so even though we were the only ones there. While Tarangire was beautiful, it was hard to compete with the unforgettable experiences we had in the Maasai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. What I have to say about all these lodges is a lot of the camped ones we were the only ones there BUT the staff still went above and beyond. I really enjoyed chatting to each and every one of them every night after our game drive, learning about their lives and their interests.
We ended our trip with three relaxing days at The Palms Zanzibar, enjoying the Indian Ocean, incredible food, and a chance to unwind after an unforgettable adventure.
