CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari teamwork and intimate encounters
Julius at Jockey Tours was amazing. He is an incredibly experienced guide - he knew the optimal timing to avoid the rush and knew the best places to seek relaxed, intimate animal encounters away from the crowds of other safari vehicles. When you take the road less taken, you see marvels they others don’t - we saw a baby zebra, still wobbly after being born within the past 15 minutes! We definitely appreciated how the Jockey safari guides worked as a team covering different areas of the park, and would communicate with each other where to find hard to find sightings, like cheetah. Julius was charming, full of stories and interesting behavioral insights to share about myriad of wildlife along the way. The 4-day safari of Maasai Mara never had a dull moment. It was a great value. Yes, the accommodations at Lenchada camp were budget but the beds were pristine, and where else will you have a story about a baboon in your tent? The safari animal encounters were out of this world. Book Jockey tours, ask for Julius. You won’t regret it!
NZ
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
6 day safari
Did a 6 day (5 night) safari with Jackson from Top Selected tours. We have travelled from New Zealand so this was a once in a lifetime trip, Jacksons experience and animal knowledge definitely fulfilled our expectations and more. Everything from the car to accommodation was outstanding.
LT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The Reason I Keep Coming Back to Ethiopia
I’ve traveled to Ethiopia several times, and the main reason I keep coming back is Mulugeta. He is far more than just a guide. He has a remarkable knowledge of Ethiopia’s history, culture, and traditions, and he shares it with genuine passion and pride.
Lalibela is where he truly stands out. Visiting the rock-hewn churches with Mulugeta completely changes the experience. Instead of simply looking at historic sites, you begin to understand their meaning, history, and spiritual importance. He knows the hidden details, the best times to visit, and the stories that you would never discover on your own.
What impressed me most is that he never rushes you. He answers every question patiently, adapts the tour to your interests, and makes you feel more like a friend than a customer.
If you’re planning a trip anywhere in Ethiopia, especially Lalibela, I cannot recommend Mulugeta highly enough. Without him, my experience of Ethiopia would never have been the same, and he is the reason I’ve returned to this incredible country more than once.
RO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Unforgettable Adventure in the "Pearl of Africa" – 10/10!
Uganda was, without a doubt, one of the most incredible trips of my lifetime! I went with not so high expectations, but the reality was completely different. Expect true off-road with the car. I absolutely loved every single moment of this trip.
What made it special:
The Wildlife Encounters: Trekking to see the mountain gorillas in Bwindi and the chimpanzees in Kibale was a deeply emotional, bucket-list experience that I will never forget, sitting 1m away from the silverback is something awesome. Trekking near giraffes and zebras is also something irepetable.
Great Landscapes and wildlife: The scenery is incredibly diverse, changing from the powerful Murchison Falls and classic savannas to the stunning, serene crater lakes like Lake Bunyonyi. Great parks, we loved Queen Elizabeth most because here we have seen all the big5 there in less than 2 hours, we were lucky for sure.
Authentic Safaris: Boat cruises on the Kazinga Channel and the Nile offered spectacular views of elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and unique birds without the heavy crowds of other destinations. We have seen hundreds of hippos, spectaculary big and dangerous wild animals.
Food: If you are into trying new food, local food, nothing will harm you there, the taste it is just different with what we were used at home. I have eaten everyday some sort of local food, some of them tasty, some not my kind. However, you always have options for international cuisine, so rest assured.
Accomodation: we stayed in some really nice lodges along the way, very clean everywhere, with trained personell, good options for food and drink. Internet is not everywhere available inside the rooms, we bought some eSim with internet data and the issue was solved. Network covereage I would say it was in 95% along the way.
Security: Perhaps one of the big question marks before travelling. Well nothing went wrong, during the 11 days there we did not feel at any point to be unsafe, quite the contrary.
Bottom line:If you love raw nature, wildlife, and authentic adventure, Uganda is a must-visit. I came home with a full heart and a massive desire to go back. Highly, highly recommended!
And on top of these all was Sam, our guide, that was extremly well prepared, very nice and polite, well educated person. He was able to tell us all kind of stories about the country, kingdoms there, history, animals, birds, etc. Without a doubt he enhanced the quality a lot.
GO! GO! GO!
PT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Safari We’ll Never Forget!
From the moment our safari started until the very end, everything was perfectly organized and exceeded our expectations.
We were incredibly lucky to have Alex as our guide. His passion for wildlife, deep knowledge, and enthusiasm made every game drive exciting and memorable. He always knew where to look, shared fascinating facts about the animals and the parks, and answered every question with a smile.
What really stood out was how dedicated he was to giving us the best experience possible. He was always on time, drove with great care, and made us feel relaxed and safe throughout the entire safari. His positive attitude and friendly personality made every day even more enjoyable.
The absolute highlight was being able to see all of the Big Five, something we had dreamed about before coming to Kenya. We know this isn’t something anyone can promise, but thanks to Alex’s experience, patience, and determination, we were fortunate enough to make that dream a reality.
We leave with unforgettable memories and couldn’t recommend this safari company more highly. If you have the chance to go with Alex, consider yourself very lucky—you’ll be in excellent hands.
Thank you for an incredible adventure that we’ll remember for years to come!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
major
The Great Migration is a top-tier natural wonder of the Earth, and I sincerely admire the ongoing animal conservation efforts in this land.
Sound reserve management, strict tourist regulations, and persistent anti-poaching operations have protected the animal migration routes. Tourists are required to maintain a safe distance, refrain from making noise, and not chase the wildlife, minimizing disturbance. Guides possess professional knowledge.
Ecotourism drives conservation while also considering local community development, creating a virtuous cycle.
To witness millions of creatures freely moving and completing their life-or-death migration is inseparable from the dedication of countless guardians. All things have a spirit; respecting life and protecting the wilderness is the most precious meaning of this journey.
(automatic translation from Chinese)
PT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Unforgettable Safari Experience – Highly Recommended!
Our safari was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Kenya, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
A huge thank you to our guide, Alex, who was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. He was always punctual, incredibly friendly, professional, and it was obvious that he has years of experience. His knowledge of the wildlife was exceptional, and he explained everything about the animals, their behaviour, and the different areas we visited in such an interesting and engaging way.
Alex is also an excellent driver. We always felt safe and comfortable, and his experience and dedication made every game drive enjoyable. He was always happy to answer our questions, give helpful advice, and made sure we had the best possible experience every single day.
The biggest highlight was seeing all of the Big Five! We know that’s never guaranteed on a safari, so we really appreciate the effort, patience, and expertise Alex put into making it happen. It was a dream come true and something we’ll never forget.
If you’re considering booking a safari, don’t hesitate. We highly recommend this company, and if you’re lucky enough to have Alex as your guide, you’re in for an incredible experience.
Thank you once again for the amazing memories—we hope to be back one day!
KR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good
Overall, it's very good. They take care of you from the moment you arrive at the airport until your departure.
NO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible experience with Hilltop Travel! Absolutely recommend booking with them for a safe trip!
We had the most amazing 7 day hike with Hilltop travel to summit Kilimanjaro! Daniel was warm and welcoming, and very flexible with our included pick up as my friend flew in and i took the bus to Moshi! The two guides, Nemes and Abdully, plus the rest of the crew that Daniel put together for us was so incredibly kind and took such good care of us the whole trip. Our guides was experienced, calm and was always looking out for what was best for us during the entirety of the hike, and both very knowledgeable of our surroundings. The chef was extremely talented and made big and lovely meals for us all day, and some meals on request with what he had! My friend and I are amazed by how smoothly and efficiently the crew solved any small inconvenience, and how they all took us in and treated us as their sisters. We couldn’t have booked with a better travel agency.
We absolutely recommend booking your experience with Hilltop Travel to anyone who wants an unforgettable, fun and safe adventure to kilimanjaro!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Such a warm, genuinely kind team to work with — affordable, professional, and right on time
Booked a game drive to Nairobi National Park with this company and it was fantastic from start to finish. Kevin, our liaison, was incredibly patient during planning and made everything easy. The team was friendly, affordable, and right on time. Our guide, Jomo, was knowledgeable and made sure we didn't miss a thing — we saw , giraffes, zebras, and rhinos, and the lion was the highlight of the trip. Such a surreal experience! Highly recommend this team for anyone visiting the park. Will definitely book again