HK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Reliable, responsive, and perfect for first-time safari
We’re a group of 5 girls on our very first trip to Africa, and for some of us, our first safari ever. We were nervous and had no idea who to choose, so we researched and compared the operators with the most reviews. Jocky stood out — and the reviews turned out to be completely true. They were super responsive, responsible, and reliable throughout.
We traveled during peak season, so prices were high and accommodation was tight. There was a small hiccup — the quote we’d been given was no longer available when we went to confirm. But David and his team found us a happy solution, and in the end we all agreed the whole experience was worth the money.
Safety was our biggest concern as an all-girl group, and we felt completely safe and cared for the entire time. We had a private group, which made everything more comfortable. David arranged an amazing guide for us — Michael, who has over two decades of safari experience. It shows. He knows everyone, which means he knows where the animals are, the best spots, and how to catch the interesting sightings. His driving was impressive too — bumpy at times, but the “African massage” was never too rough!
Our jeep was a Land Cruiser with a roof that opens, so we could see clearly and without eating too much dust. Michael struck a perfect balance between sharing his knowledge and letting us simply enjoy nature. He answered all our questions patiently, and you could really feel his love for the land and his animal friends. He always worked to get us a clear view while minimizing disturbance to the wildlife.
Over 3 days and 2 nights, we saw so much: zebras, giraffes, elephants, wildebeest, warthogs, and many kinds of antelope, plus sleeping lions, a cheetah, and several other cats. We didn’t catch the wildebeest crossing the river, but we did see them lined up across the savanna — an unforgettable scene, especially at sunset.
We stayed at Enkorok Mara Camp — a wonderful place. We were put in the new building, in a family room connecting two rooms with a shared common area. Hot showers, great food. We loved it.
Two honest tips: peak season means lots of animals, but also lots of jeeps, so expect crowds around the sightings. And be ready — it gets very dusty!
We couldn’t have asked for a better first safari. Thank you, David and Michael!
KR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A travel agency that welcomes you very reasonably and kindly
I looked into many safari travel agencies through Safari Bookings. Affordable prices were important, but we needed a trustworthy person in charge from booking to the end of the trip.
If you reach out via email, you’ll see that the staff at this travel agency genuinely care about travelers and handle everything from booking to completion with very kind and attentive service.
If you plan to contact various safari operators anyway, be sure to reach out to this travel agency. They will provide the best safari experience and a worry-free trip! 😁
From strict korean.
KR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It's very kindness and When I asked questions, the replies were quick
I recently went on a safari tour in Tanzania’s Serengeti and was extremely satisfied with the experience.
Whenever I had questions, the tour company responded very quickly, and the pickup arrangements were perfect.
Despite offering very reasonable prices, the company provided a high-quality safari experience. They were also very open to feedback and said they would take our suggestions into consideration and make improvements where possible.
If you’re considering going on a safari, I highly recommend this tour company!
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable experience
An unforgettable experience.
We went on a 5-day safari with Matey from Gardenia African Safaris. Matey, the owner of Gardenia African Safaris, is a local operator from Arusha. With Matey, we had a guide who is extremely knowledgeable and knows all the best spots. We were able to experience not only the Big Five but so much more of the African wildlife. It's particularly worth mentioning that the entire process, directly with Gardenia African Safaris and Matey, was absolutely reliable and trustworthy. We made a deposit of approximately 30% directly to Gardenia African Safaris' account and never had any concerns that anything would go wrong.
We highly recommend Gardenia African Safaris.
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PL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience
We had a wonderful experience with Keshi Tours. Everything was perfectly organized and went exactly according to plan. All our transfers, including hotel pick-ups and drop-offs, were arranged for us, so we didn’t have to worry about anything during our trip.
A special thank you to Eva for being so helpful, communicative and making sure everything was taken care of. We also want to give a big thank you to our driver, Mathias. He was extremely knowledgeable about the animals and wildlife, and he always did his best to spot interesting species for us. He shared so much information about the animals, nature and the places we visited, and we learned a lot thanks to him.
The whole tour was well organized and definitely worth the money. We felt well looked after from beginning to end and could simply enjoy the experience without having to worry about logistics.
We highly recommend Keshi Tours and would happily travel with them again.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extraordinary experience, we loved it!!
Our 6-day safari was absolutely extraordinary! Each park we visited had its own unique qualities, which made the overall experience incredibly special.
We went in August and had the privilege of witnessing the Great Migration, with thousands of zebras and other animals on the move. It was truly spectacular! We also saw many other animals, often from incredibly close distances, which made the experience even more unforgettable.
We also had the best guide we could have asked for. She provided top-notch service throughout the entire safari and went above and beyond to make our trip exceptional. We honestly couldn’t have asked for anyone better!
I would give our overall experience a solid 10 out of 10. It was an unforgettable adventure, and I would definitely recommend it!
GT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best experience of my life
Our experience was wonderful; they communicated with us very effectively and really looked after us. Fidel kindly explained everything to us. We had the privilege of seeing a leopard hunting, and it was amazing.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
End to End lifetime Kenya experience tour operator
Our family had an incredible safari experience in Kenya with Viega Expeditions, and we could not rate them more highly.
A massive thank you to Rodgers, whose communication with me and planning of our itinerary even before we arrived in Kenya ensured for a seamless experience. He made sure that everything is communicated properly and took the entire ownership himself and he was reachable anytime I wanted irrespective of the hours.
On our first day, our tour was laid out to us clearly by Rodgers, whose friendliness, professionalism and attention to detail made the whole experience stress-free.
Our safari tour guide, Thomas, was truly exceptional. His knowledge and passion for the wildlife in both Amboseli and Masai Mara made every game drive memorable, as he shared fascinating insights that made each sighting so special. His excellent spotting skills ensured that we were able to spot the Big Five, as well as come out of the national parks with a new love for animals and conservation. Thomas is a very lovely person and he always wanted to give us the best and made the entire experience more special and enjoyable.
If you're looking for a well organised safari with outstanding service and guiding, Viega Expeditions is the perfect choice. Cant thank enough to both Rodgers and Thomas. They are the core of Viega and we would love to travel more.
PE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellence in every moment
The tour was excellent. We did a 6 day private tour. Everything was as planned and we had no issues in the whole tour. The hotels were very good. The car was in excellent conditions. Our guide, Stanley, the best! He knew a lot about animals, he took the time to explain every animal in detail and he cares a lot about them. He also managed to look for the big 5 and the great migration, which he succeeded! I recommend this company and ask for Stanley as a guide!
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Zimbabwe and Botswana magic tour
100% fully recommended. The recent experience in Zimbabwe and Botswana with the company was awesome with special mention to our guide Norman who made the trip super top