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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
6 day safari with Destiny Explorers
Amazing 6-Day Safari with Destiny Explorers
Destiny Explorers and Issa Hamisi were very cooperative and put together a safari trip exactly according to our wishes.
We chose a 6-day tour with 5 overnight stays.
We had already spent four days in Stone Town, Zanzibar, and flew from there to Arusha.
Destiny arranged a nice hotel for us in Arusha, where we met a representative from Destiny Explorers to settle the payment details.
We stayed overnight, and the next morning we were picked up after breakfast — our adventure had begun!
First of all, we have to say this was an absolutely fantastic trip.
What incredible wildlife Tanzania’s national parks have to offer!
Serengeti and Ngorongoro gave us memories for a lifetime.
Our guide and driver, David, was very pleasant and knowledgeable.
What he didn’t know about nature and wildlife wasn’t worth knowing.
He also had full control of the vehicle, even though it was a bit old and worn.
Our Land Cruiser could definitely have been better maintained — the wipers, starter motor, and brakes were not in perfect condition, and the rear seat belts were missing.
Still, the car did its job well, and David handled it perfectly.
We truly think the trip was amazing, and we highly recommend that anyone planning a safari includes Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
The lodges we stayed at were of good standard, and the food was excellent.
We chose a private tour, meaning we had the car and guide entirely to ourselves.
When it comes to payment, there’s one thing worth mentioning:
One-third of the total cost was paid electronically as a deposit when we booked the trip.
However, what we found quite challenging was that the remaining balance had to be paid in cash, in USD or EUR.
For us Europeans, this is unusual — and getting hold of that much foreign currency can be difficult.
In Norway, where we come from, it’s no longer possible to withdraw foreign currency directly from a bank.
You have to use ATMs with poor exchange rates or expensive services like Loomis, and there are also strict withdrawal limits due to anti–money laundering rules.
Had we known how difficult this would be, we would probably have chosen a company that allowed full electronic payment.
That being said, we absolutely loved this tour, and we’re sure Destiny Explorers will sort out the payment matter.
CZ
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience
It was such a great tour. Easy and fast to get an offer, get all answers and to book. Our tour guy was super amazing. He did all he could to make us happy and find all animals for us plus to find the best spots for photos. The drive was safe and smooth. Everything was on time. Enkorok camp at Masai Mara was fantastic. Thanks!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
excellent
Didas had eyes as sharp as an eagle's, and he was the first to spot the leopard and the black rhinoceros. On our final day of departure, we encountered chaos due to the presidential election. Didas and Alex stayed with us until we entered the airport, and we could truly feel their sense of responsibility.
IE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional, world class service from start to finish.
From my first email I had sent out enquiring about booking the safari, Naomi at Antonio Safaris was extremely helpful, no matter what question I had, she replied so promptly and efficiently I was super impressed. So we left Ireland really looking forward to the safari. We were collected in Nairobi the morning of our adventure and driven all the way to Amboseli with Evans as our tour guide. From the warm, friendly reception we received as soon as we met Evans we knew we were going to have a good experience. On the four and a half hour drive to Amboseli, myself and my wife had a great conversation with Evans and learnt so much about Kenya on the journey. Our two kids were immediately happy to be jumping in the back of the land cruiser and heading off on their first safari experience. Upon arrival at Kibo camp we checked in, grabbed some lunch and Evans told us when and where to meet for the afternoon game drive. His extensive knowledge of all the wildlife we encountered along the game drive made the experience so much more educational and engaging than we could have imagined. I had never heard of a spoon bill before and these are now my 5 year old sons favourite bird :). Evans navigated the dusty terrain of Amboseli with expertise and we always felt safe. After leaving the park that evening, Evans gave us two options, 6 am game drive the next morning or leave after breakfast at 8:30am and spend longer in the national park, we opted for the 6 am game drive and it was so worth it. There were memories created for our family that we would have never been able to experience without Antonio Safaris and specifically Evans, thank you. We will be back and will definitely be going straight to Antonio Safaris directly for any of our future safari experiences.
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
4 day safari tour
Our four-day safari with Dallas Africa Safari was nothing short of amazing. If I ever return to Tanzania, I would absolutely choose them again to organize my trip.
Everything was handled seamlessly, with great attention to detail.
For French speakers, I can’t recommend Gishaman highly enough as a guide. He’s friendly, passionate, and incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife and landscapes. He went above and beyond to help us spot as many animals as possible and shared fascinating insights along the way.
We were also lucky to have Meshak as our cook — he spoiled us with fresh, delicious meals every single day.
Thanks to the entire team, our safari was an experience to remember!
CZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All right
Our safari with Family Leisure Africa Safari was absolutely unforgettable! Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. We were lucky enough to see the Big Five and so many other incredible animals of Kenya.
The safari vehicle was very comfortable, and even after long drives through the national parks, we never felt tired — just amazed by the beauty around us. The lodges and camps where we stayed were wonderful: great locations inside the parks, delicious food, and cozy rooms surrounded by nature.
On our last day, we relaxed in Mombasa, staying at a luxurious beach hotel with soft white sand and a warm turquoise ocean — the perfect ending to our journey.
Thank you, Family Leisure Africa Safari, for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Everything exceeded our expectations — we’ll definitely recommend you to our friends and hope to come back again someday
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Dream Come True
I am not sure where to start with my review as we are overwhelmed by the awesome service by our hosts Tanzania Wildlife Adventures. We did the 7 days Rongai trek and successfully reached the summit despite the rain and tough terrain and definitely owe it all to the top notch support we had through out the trip. It had been first class treatment from the moment we landed in Tanzania and hosted at Springlands Hotel in Moshi - which is awesome; clean, affordable and wonderful staff. We had daily briefing every morning along with health checks. The equipment worked well and the supplies were sufficient, food was great and I have to commend everyone at Tanzania Wildlife Adventures for making our dream of climbing Kilimanjaro come true.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Inspiring & Unbelievable
Our group of six have just completed a magnificent 15 day Private Namibian Highlights Accommodated Safari with Blue Crane Safaris. From the commencement of the safari in Windhoek to our return, the itinerary was planned to perfection.
From the time we met our Guide and driver Me Gusto at Windhoek, we knew we were in for an awesome 15 days. Me Gusto’s energy & passion is second to none - all day every day, he connected with everyone in our group & we all connected with him.
Me Gusto’s intimate knowledge, experience and explanations of Namibia’s history, cultures, climate, geology, scenery, flora, fauna & wildlife was brillant. The interactions, discussions & laughs we had made the trip fly.
Each morning, Me Gusto would brief the group on the travel planned for the day, what we would expect to see and what we could possibly see (with a few surprises in between). The Landcruiser was spacious, comfortable and always presented clean (inside) each day.
Me Gusto’s ability to spot wildlife was unbelievable and provided each of the group an opportunity to view and photograph everything we wanted and ensured that we got the best opportunities at each location throughout the entire safari. Every day, every location was a highlight.
The accommodation at each stay was stunning - more than we expected. The meals throughout were fantastic.
In summary to describe our Namibian experience - “Namibia is a place of unbelievable excitement, beauty & contrasts. The people of Namibia are so friendly and cannot do enough to help you. Don’t just put Namibia on your bucket list - do it”
Thank you to the Blue Crane Safaris Team, and thank you again, Me Gusto, you are truly a legend. When you wear the “Pith” don’t forget your NabMadFam from Australia!!
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Highly Recommended: A Truly Amazing Experience with Ethio Top Land Tours
After comparing different tour operators, I’m so glad I chose Ethio Top Land Tours. Their itinerary was nothing short of amazing unique, well planned, and offered experiences that really set them apart from others. The way they organized everything made me feel confident and excited about the journey ahead.
What really touched me was their exceptional customer service. I made a mistake with my Domestics flight booking, but instead of just offering help, they went out of their way to cover the extra costs even though I offered to pay. They told me to keep the money, and that kind of kindness speaks volumes about the integrity of this company.
Though I didn’t have enough time to explore all of Ethiopia, I am planning to come back with my family for a longer tour. There is so much more to see, and I know Ethio Top Land Tours will make it unforgettable.
A big thank you to Lamesgn, the owner, for the beautiful farewell dinner at Yoad Restaurant (sorry if I got the name wrong!). It was my first time trying traditional Ethiopian food, and it was absolutely delicious. The 3 hours I spent there before heading home were a perfect end to this incredible trip.
I wholeheartedly recommend Ethio Top Land Tours to anyone looking for a seamless, thoughtful, and enriching travel experience. I will definitely be back!
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Dishonest
We had several problems with this company. I don’t recommend it to anyone for Safari in Kenya. They don’t deliver what they promise even if it is written in the contract. We were supposed to have 2 days Safari in Nakuru and they said they cannot do the second one. They didn’t reimburse us for the second day either. The exact same thing happened to other people travelling with us in the first day, but in their case was in Masai Mara.
Besides this big problem, they don’t have own drivers so they hire 3rd parties, so you can get any kind of driver, they have no control of driver quality. The drivers don’t even know about their company either (I asked all of them).
One of our drivers,for example, had problem in the starting system of his car, we needed to get out of the vehicle and help him to push the car. This can be very dangerous since there are many wild animals in the park.
Their plans and starting/finishing Safari turn are changing very often. You may start at 9 and finish at 16, which it is quite short comparing to what other companies offer. I would rather choose a bigger and more reliable company.
There are several scammers there around.