65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
We really made the right decision with African Big Cats Safari!
African safaris had always been on our travel list, but we were unsure it would be worth the cost. We were wrong! Our only regret is not going on safari earlier.
We chose African Big Cats Safaris (ABC) because they were highly recommended by friends of ours and they were so flexible in designing our itinerary. We wanted to spend a few days in Kenya, to see Nairobi and visit the Amboseli National Park. ABC was able to start our adventure there, using a Kenyan safari company, Essence of Kenya. Our guides, Sam and John were wonderful, especially when one of our duffels was delayed. And our transition into Tanzania was easy, switching guides at the border. In Tanzania, we concentrated on four areas: Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Southern Serengeti near Ndutu, and Central Serengeti (the Seronera area). Each area was different, but all were fascinating.
As for our accommodations, each of us had our own vision of how each day would end. Would it be: a refreshing dip in the pool? A cool drink and a good meal? A campfire with other travelers? ABC made sure we would all be happy. And we were. Our accommodations were mostly tented camps, luxurious and comfy.
But as anyone could guess, the game drives were the real main features. Watching the animals living their daily lives in their own natural world was incredible. We witnessed giraffes snacking on high tree limbs, families of elephants strolling along with babies at their side, prides of lions lounging in the tall grass, gazelles frolicking, cheetahs stalking, the leopard sleeping in a tree. And I cannot forget to mention all the other animals: hippos, alligators, water buffalo, zebras, baboons, rhinos, hyenas, warthogs, and thousands of birds. We saw them all and more. And all of it was amid the great green expanse of open plains and savannahs (it was January). Truly magical!
It was all made possible by ABC and our fantastic, brilliant guide in Tanzania, Festo. I cannot say enough about Festo. His knowledge of Tanzania, of the animals and their habits is unbelievable, not to mention the delicious picnics he brought and his ability to know the perfect place to park the Land Rover for a great photo. Between the four of us, we have over 5,000 photos – after we deleted the duplicates and fuzzy ones. Festo had a knack of making every game drive into a new day of discovery and insight into the natural world of Tanzania.
As for tips for travelers to Tanzania, we came prepared for mosquitoes, cold nights and hot days. However, perhaps because it was January, we experienced no mosquitoes, warm days (ok, hot in the direct sun) and pleasant evenings. We did use our warm clothes in the evenings at the Ngorongoro Crater rim, which was nippy due to the altitude. So, my best and only real tip is to let African Big Cats Safaris do your planning and let their guides take care of the rest.
On a personal note, I have breathing problems walking, especially on an incline. I noticed we always had a tent close to the dining and social area. Asante, ABC! And Festo was always there, urging me to walk “pole pole” (Swahili for “slowly slowly”). Such care and patience! Asante, Festo!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Utterly amazing!
Agness was a joy to deal with on booking and with all the admin.
Mandela was excellent dealing with the logistics before and after the safari to ensure we saw and did everything we wanted.
Our driver Frank was sublime! So knowledgeable and a great laugh. His expertise in knowing where the animals could be found ment we saw all the big 5.
Our assistant guide David was excellent too, he knew so much about all the animals and took amazing pictures.
Over all I can not fault the team. From start to finish everything was taken care of and we felt so well looked after.
Would highly recommend !!!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional, sharp eyes, local and entrepreneurial, great communicator, wonderful guide
Did three tours with Afri Nature, the sunset cruise on Chobe (run by other agency), the half and half day trip (half on game drive and half on boat) and a full day game drive, all at Chobe National Park. Spotted 4/5 of the Big 5 in the full day game drive (Chobe doesn't have the Rhino) including super close viewing of the elusive Leopard. David is extremely talented in spotting animals and birds. And he explains animals behaviours very well, guides with passion. The fact that he is a local and his company is his own gives me further reason to support him (always prefer supporting local firms). All in all, an exceptional guide, will highly recommend
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Dream That Comes True
Everything is perfect, from our arrival at the airport. Iddi, our guide was fantastic, prepared, patient, caring and tireless. everything went far beyond our expectations. the thrill of entering the parks, eating there among many animals was very strong. all really beautiful
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
to be repeated!
Great experience, we saw a lot of animals and our guide Iddi was amazing, he also spoke italian very well. The organziation overall was great and we didn’t have any problems. It was worthy!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome
The service was awesome and safe, with a well informed driver who knows good spots to check out. Yeah!
MY
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
able to sort out emergency and well-connected
quick to react and responsive
able to sort out emergency
for.me who book just one day in advance it is very friendly
and i do not have cash and they always support me during the process
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
You won't be bored!
Kago is a great safari driver & guide! Good value, good vehicle, guaranteed to see lots of wildlife.
