DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent tour with a very experienced guide
The tour was a real pleasure. Everything went according to plan. Tabitha in the office was always very responsive and answered all my questions immediately. The tour followed the 7 day itineray for Massai Mara, Lake Nakuro, Lake Naivasha, Hells Gate and Amboseli. Our guide Francis picked us (a group of three children and three adults) up at the airport. Thanks to his experience we saw all the animals we had hoped to see. On one occasion he just left the main road and drove for no appearend reason to a bush a few hundred meters away. When we arrived there we found a two lions lying in the gras. There was no other Jeep there and we had the lions all for ourselves. When asked why he went to this place although you could not see the liones from the main road he just explained to us that the lions are sometimes in that area and he just wanted to check if that was the case. Francis driving skills are excellent. We always felt very safe although the the traffic in Kenya seems much more chaotic as it is in Europe. He is very knowledable and could answer all our questions. We would love to do another tour with him. The accomdations were very good value for money (remember you get what you pay for). The only thing that wasn´t 100 % was the food. unless you absolutely love rice an chicken which we had basically every day. Would we do it again with Papio Africa Holiday and our guide Francis? Absolutely yes
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
BEST SAFARI on The Plains!!!!
Green Places Adventures (GPA) gave us the adventure of a lifetime!!! This was our first safari and we were overwhelmed by the amount of tour operators to choose from. GPA stood out immediately through their communication and responsiveness. We immediately felt like this was a company to be trusted. Our travel consultant, Elijah, was enthusiastic and gave us great advice in planning our tour. We opted for a private tour and visited three national parks, a wildlife sanctuary on an island, a Maasai village AND…The Giraffe Center in Nairobi….and every stop was AMAZZZING!! Our accommodations ranged from ‘in-park’ resorts to glamping tents and every place was unique, beautiful, fun, serene, and had the best food and drinks! The service and hospitality was 5 star…everywhere!
Now, let’s talk about the ONE thing that will make or break your Safari….The Guide!!! Our guide, the incredible DAN CLIFF, made our Safari an experience that we will never forget!
Our trip began with Dan as a trusted and knowledgeable guide and driver, but ended with him as a dear friend! We learned so much about Kenya, the wildlife, the culture and the people. Because of him, Kenya is deep in our soul forever. We can’t thank GPA, and Dan, enough for the experience they gave us. I strongly recommend GPA to anyone who is looking to have a special safari experience run by people who CARE vs a tour operator who just wants your money. And speaking of money…. I thought the value of this trip was worth 3x what we paid. The value-for-money with GPA is incredible!!!! Do yourself a favor, book a safari with Elijah at GPA, ask for Dan (the man) Cliff as your guide….and have the time of your life with them! You won’t regret it!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best ever!
We booked the safari nearly a year before travelling after finding Goldfinch and Edina. What can I say, Edina has become a friend to me and my family and we all love her! We asked if we could FaceTime call initially as I was quite anxious. This was booked and happened with her and we were able to discuss our wishes. From that day every question I had, alteration and enquiry was answered straight away.
Payment was a deposit at booking and the remainder with the option of cash when we arrived or pay any point from 2 weeks before travel to the day we arrived, as mentioned there is a surcharge using this method.
I was quite anxious as I had booked flights and everything separately but Edina was on hand via what’s app the whole time.
When we arrived in Tanzania, the taxi was there for us and we spent our first night in a lovely hotel in Arusha. The following morning we finally got to meet Edina and have hugs and lots of love shared. She introduced us to Ludo our guide and off we went. I can honestly say it was the best experience of my life! Ludo is the most incredible guide and his driving skills deserve him to be a world champion off road driver. His knowledge of the animals, country and habitat is exceptional and he got us in the best spot for photos. We also had a few giggles with him along the way. We saw all the big 5 many times over and have some amazing photos and videos. I truly can’t explain how amazing this was.
They term used is “we are family now” and my husband and I couldn’t put it any better with Edina and Ludo. They will always be family to us.
Edina checked in daily with us and Ludo to check everything was perfect. The trip was to celebrate my 50th birthday and is something I had dreamed of doing since being a very young girl. Every place we stayed celebrated my birthday as Edina had told them and there was cake and singing everywhere.
We had booked to do the hot air balloon but unfortunately it was too windy to take off. No worries, we were refunded the full cost of this.
Then after the safari we headed to Zanzibar for a week of relaxation, the hotel had a bit of a mix up and although it was late at night and well after work hours, Edina was there on the text messages to sort it and all was resolved very quickly.
We honestly cannot thank Edina, Ludo and Goldfinch Adventures enough and would recommend them to anyone. Don’t look at any other companies! These people are just the best you could find.
DE
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent consulting and planning
Excellent consultation and planning with Kelvin; the tour with Max was perfect—it truly couldn’t have been any better.
We went on a highly customized 8-day tour in the north.
Everything was tailored precisely to our needs, featuring fantastic experiences and deeply human, authentic encounters. All of this at an excellent price-performance ratio.
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35-50 years of age
Fantastic from start to finish!
From the moment we landed in Victoria Falls until the day we left, the Safari Guides were absolutely fantastic!
They were the only transport service we used throughout our stay, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
We felt safe, comfortable and right at home the entire time. Communication was excellent, and they were always just a message away whenever we needed them.
As first-time visitors to Zimbabwe, this made our trip so much easier and more enjoyable.
We HIGHLY recommend Safri Guides to anyone visiting Victoria Falls! 🇿🇼🌍
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience from pre-booking through the end of the trip! Highly Recommend!
We quickly learned that there are a ton of safari providers in Kenya, and we contacted quite a few before making our decision. Green Places, and especially Elijah, stood out immediately. He was incredibly responsive, answered all of our questions thoroughly, and gave us the confidence to feel comfortable booking our safari with them.
Elijah also gave us the flexibility to customize both our itinerary and accommodations, which was important to us. The payment process was straightforward and the payment structure was fair and easy to manage.
On the first day of our safari, Elijah personally met with us to review the itinerary and make sure everything was on track. From there, we set off with the BEST guide and driver we could have asked for — Dan! He truly made our trip extra special. His driving was safe and reliable, and his knowledge of the wildlife, parks, and local area was beyond anything we could have hoped for. He always seemed to know exactly where to go and when to be there, and his enthusiasm made every day even more enjoyable.
From start to finish, our trip was flawlessly organized and delivered. There were no unpleasant surprises, everything went smoothly, and we had an absolutely wonderful experience. Our group was just the two of us, both women, and we felt completely safe, comfortable, and well taken care of throughout the entire safari.
If you are looking for an amazing safari experience in Kenya, I highly recommend Green Places. And if you can, request Dan as your guide and driver — he is wonderful!
Definitely a 5/5-star experience!
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Melodica Africa Tours is your perfect guide presenting to you the BIG 5
I booked my 1 week safari in Kenya @ Melodica Africa. Shem, the owner of Melodica, is a very nice, trustful, flexible and caring person. He pro-actively thinks what is best for you based on your requirements. We visited both Amboseli and Masaai Mara. Shem organized 2 perfect drivers, native drivers who know the area by heart and are able to show the best places and experiences in the parks. Isaac was our guide in Amboseli and he is a wonderful guy, willing to walk the extra mile and very informative about ‘his’ Amboseli. Our guide in Maasai Mara, Isaac, an equal nice guy who listens very good what you find important. I asked him to show me a good spot to picture an alone standing tree in front of the sun @ sunrise… within 15 min he delivered and I took a beautiful picture, a moment to never forget. I highly recommend Melodia Africa safaris when you have plans to book your next safari in Kenya or Tanaziania!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Experience with an amazing guide
We booked a 6-day mid-range safari, and it was an absolutely unforgettable experience from start to finish!
Our guide Herman was simply amazing. He spotted animals we would never have dreamed of seeing ourselves and always seemed to know exactly where to look. What impressed us most was his incredible eye for detail, he knew all the hidden spots. On top of that, Herman was incredibly kind, friendly, and attentive. He took his time to explain everything to us, answered all our questions with endless patience, and made sure we always felt comfortable and well taken care of. Having him as our guide made the entire safari even more special.
The planning and organization were just as fantastic. We planned everything together with Marcelina, who was always available, incredibly responsive, and happy to help with any questions or requests we had. No matter what came up, she always found a solution, suggested alternatives, and was willing to find compromises to make sure everything worked perfectly for us. She also helped us with our onward journey to Zanzibar. The entire process was smooth, stress-free, and wonderfully organized. We always felt that we were in good hands, and everything went exactly as planned.
The accommodation was good throughout our 6-day mid-range safari. Our absolute highlight was staying right inside Serengeti National Park. Being so close to the animals was an incredible experience and something we will never forget.
The accommodations in Arusha were more like typical city hotels, and the bathrooms were not always the best. Sometimes, this also meant there was an unpleasant smell. However, since we only stayed there for one night at a time, it wasn’t a major issue for us and didn’t take away from the overall experience
Another huge plus was the freshly prepared, warm lunch every day! We noticed that many other safari operators provided their guests with packed lunch boxes instead. Having a proper, warm meal during the day made a real difference for us and was something we genuinely appreciated. The food at the hotels was also consistently great throughout our trip.
Overall, we couldn’t be happier with our experience. From the excellent organization and thoughtful planning to Herman’s outstanding guiding skills and the unforgettable wildlife encounters, everything made this trip truly special. We felt well taken care of every step of the way and would highly recommend this safari to anyone looking for an amazing experience in Tanzania.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
helpful
We are travellers from China. We had such a wonderful and joyful trip. The cheetahs we met are so lovely and unforgettable. I only shared my travel ideas vaguely at the beginning, but they listened carefully and made thoughtful arrangements for our limited time. The price is reasonable, and we truly appreciate their reliable service.
FR
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris