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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good experience with room for improvement!
We had a great safari experience with Jacmiya Safaris overall. My boyfriend and I traveled just the two of us and booked a private safari with them.
The booking process with Jael was very pleasant. She was extremely accommodating to our wishes and planned the entire trip very well around what we wanted to see.
Our guide, Nickson, picked us up in Nairobi, and over the course of eight days, we visited Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, and the Masai Mara. Nickson made sure we spent as much time as possible in the parks, and we were always among the first to head out for safari and the last to return.
He was able to identify every animal we encountered, and in the Masai Mara, he also shared some interesting background stories about a few of the animals we saw. During our trip, we managed to see the Big Five, the Ugly Five, and so much more!
Nickson also took the time to stop at a beautiful sunset spot in Samburu National Reserve so he could take pictures of us, which turned out absolutely stunning.
Towards the end of the trip, I unfortunately became ill, and Nickson returned to our camp at night to drive me to the hospital. I am very, very grateful for his help and really appreciated him being there when I needed it.
Areas for improvement:
Communication could have been better at times. At the beginning of our trip, they did not communicate well with the lodges about our arrival times. On two occasions, we were running significantly late, but the lodge had not been informed, which led to some unnecessary difficulties with the staff and reflected negatively on us.
Communication with us was also rather limited. Nickson was not a particularly talkative guide, and we had hoped for a little more explanation and storytelling about the parks, the wildlife, and the places we visited. Of course, we have no comparison with other safari guides, so we cannot say how much this varies from one guide to another. He always answered our questions, but his answers tended to be brief. We also noticed that he often watched videos on his phone while we were stopped to observe the animals, which sometimes made the experience feel less engaging than we had hoped.
Similarly, during the drives between destinations, we would have appreciated a little more communication or conversation.
Finally, starting two days before the end of the trip, we increasingly felt pressured by the organization to leave a five-star review. We were uncomfortable with this, especially as we still had two days of the safari ahead of us and did not want our rating to create an awkward atmosphere. We therefore decided not to commit to a five-star review.
Overall, we had a memorable safari with many wonderful experiences, and we are grateful for the highlights as well as for Nickson’s help when I became ill. However, the communication issues and the pressure to leave a five-star review did affect our overall impression.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tiyane was personable and knowledgeable.
Our driver earlier in the week, Percy, was off, but we were sent Tiyane to drive us from our hotel in Hazyview to our Johannesburg hotel. My husband is talkative and Tiyane answered questions about his experiences, his knowledge, his interests, while asking David his opinions about things. We discussed books and movies. He was patient when we spent more time than expected at the stop...there were animals for one last glimpse.
He shared our munchies with us (we offered and it is rude to say, "no").
While we've had a few hair-raising experiences with drivers (not from SarfariLink), we felt safe with Tiyane. He even checked on us when the road got rocky or there were lots of turns. He's kind and we were glad to meet him.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very Good operator
Our safari with Sankofa Afrika Safaris was an unforgettable experience. From the initial planning to the final day of our trip. Team was professional friendly and attentive to every detail. Our guide Ivan was knowledgeable about the wildlife and the history of Uganda. Local culture and beautiful landscapes of karamoja. Making everyday exciting and memorable.
The accommodations were amazing and transportation. We spent 3 days with the local tribes in karamoja. As a wildlife photographer this was my dream trip and unfortunately I haven’t edited the pictures.
Highly recommend this company for anyone planning a trip to Uganda
Thank you for this trip.
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Truly great safari with truly great safari
My wife and I chose Serengeti Sunrise Safaris to explore Tanzania’s national parks on a four-day safari on our honeymoon, and what an incredible experience it was! (From Sweden🇸🇪 ) We started in Tarangire, spent two days in the Serengeti, and then visited Ngorongoro on our way back. High-quality accommodation at a great price, and delicious food throughout!
An absolutely incredible nature experience, with our guide Gody doing a truly FANTASTIC job! He’s experienced, fun, and goes above and beyond to make sure his guests have a real WOW experience and get the most out of every moment.
The Serengeti was on a whole different level and is an absolute MUST-VISIT! If visiting three parks feels too expensive, just go for the Serengeti. You won’t regret it!
We saw ALL of the Big Five and so much more! Highlights included three cheetahs, which we had been searching for quite a while to find. We also got to see lions sleeping, mating, hunting, and LOTS of adorable lion cubs!
Spending the night in the Serengeti was an incredible experience in itself, and a hot air balloon safari is HIGHLY recommended!
An unforgettable adventure with amazing local people. We couldn’t recommend Serengeti Sunrise Safaris more highly!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Percy was very personable. He dealt with an unplanned detour with grace.
We hired SafariLink for transportation from our hotel in Johannesburg to Kruger National Park. It cost more than meeting our driver at the airport, but we felt it was worth it. Our driver, Percy was helpful and informative. He handled our multitude of bags without batting an eye! He didn't mind my talkative husband and answered his questions completely and honestly. He was also interested in where we live, why we were visiting, and how we had found South Africa so far (We had spent a week in Cape Town and a few days in Johannesburg). He really followed our lead...if David was talkative, so was Percy; if David took a break from talking to take pictures of scenery, Percy was quiet.
We loved explanations about what was happening along the route, even on the detour (there was an accident with the road not opening any time soon). As we made the U-turn to get to the detour, Percy notified other drivers along the long line of vehicles that were behind us. We thought it was great that he considered the other drivers when he was feeling a little stressed about the delay in our arrival.
We liked the stop he made for a break...it was like we were starting our safari early with zebras, wildebeests, ostriches, elands, African buffalo, and more, including the only rhinos we saw on our trip (it turned out).
Some of the roads were rough, but that wasn't Percy's fault. We always felt safe with him. We are glad Percy was our driver.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Phenomenal in every way!
I shouldn't admit this because I'm putting it out there in the world, but I ask a lot of questions!! And Alex is the most patient person I have ever met. She never got ruffled or short and was always extremely patient, kind and incredibly knowledgeable.
We booked a seventeen day trip to Tanzania and Kenya this past September.
Alex is incredibly detailed, really listens to what is important to you and addresses everything perfectly. As my needs and desires changed she rearranged the itinerary without question. If I wasn't sure about something, she always either had an answer or researched it and got back to me very quickly. Never abrupt, always very thoughtful and very generous with her time.
As for the particulars, she listened to my budget and created a phenomenal itinerary. We stayed two nights in Tarangire, two nights in Ngorongoro, three nights in the Northern Serengeti, and three nights each in two conservancies in Kenya.
Pairing the conservancies in Kenya with staying in national parks in Tanzania was perfect choice. Alex felt that staying in the parks in Tanzania as opposed to the conservancies in Kenya gave you a completely different experience. She was spot on. It just was the perfect mix and I'm so glad that we did it that way.
If we went back to Africa, Alex would absolutely be the one and only person I would book it with.
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable safari experience with an outstanding local company!
My husband and I booked our 4-day safari with Serengeti Sunrise Safaris, and we couldn’t be happier with our choice. Everything was perfect, from the initial booking process to the very end of our safari.
The owner, Didas, was incredibly helpful throughout the booking process and always available to answer our questions before the trip, which we really appreciated.
The safari itself was absolutely magical, largely thanks to our amazing guides, Gody and Pasco. We were lucky enough to see all of the Big Five, and even witnessed a lion hunting! We were fortunate with our sightings, but Gody was also incredibly skilled at spotting and finding the animals. Both guides were also wonderful company throughout the days, making the whole experience even more enjoyable.
The accommodation during the safari was incredible. We especially loved sleeping out in the wilderness, surrounded by lions and other wildlife. It was a truly unique experience that we will never forget.
Overall, we are beyond happy with our trip and so glad we chose to book this adventure with Serengeti Sunrise Safaris. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a local safari company with excellent guides, great communication and a truly unforgettable experience.
A well-deserved 5 out of 5 stars from us!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing 🔥
Our safari trip in Arusha with fargin safaris_ was such a wonderful and unforgettable experience! 🦒🌿 From the beautiful scenery to the amazing wildlife and the peaceful atmosphere of nature, every moment was worth it. Everything was well organized, and we truly enjoyed exploring the beauty of Arusha. The experience made us appreciate Tanzania’s natural beauty even more. 🇹🇿❤️
A big thank you to Fargin Safaris for hosting us and making the trip so special. Your hospitality, professionalism, and attention to detail made the experience even better. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a memorable safari adventure. If you’re planning a safari, fargin safaris_ is definitely worth considering! 🐘✨
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Superb
Anton is a star driver and guide. We have enjoyed every minute of the trip and it wouldn't be a fun without Anton. This man have a great scene of humour, extremely friendly and professional knowledge of the all Safari parks. Anton made our trip very special which we can never forget. Anton should be training all the others to his level. All the best for him in future.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable safari with Zuriafrica!
A huge thank you to Dennis for organizing our incredible five-day safari in Tanzania! From hotel pick-up and flights to the amazing lodges, everything was perfectly arranged. The communication was excellent, with quick responses and great flexibility throughout the entire process.
A special thanks to our fantastic guide and driver, Arnold, whose knowledge and passion made our visits to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire truly unforgettable. We saw all of the Big Five! The lodges, lunches, and food were also absolutely fantastic.
This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we will cherish forever. We highly recommend Zuriafrica to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania!