CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience and great arrangement
First of all , I want to thank the great and kindest guide Emmanuel , he is a fine young man with great patience. And he has a great sense of where could be a good view of wild animals . My wife tells me this time in Tanzania, she sees a lot of animals she didn't capture in Kenya . Especially that day we are heading north Serengeti to see the river cross of wild beast . We are parking exactly where the crossing happened, it's so magical . And every time when I discuss the next day plans , he always gives a straight words of the necessary time we need to take off , that makes us not missing almost nothing in the journey. Thanks again Emmanuel !
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Attentive and quick!
Imara was responsive and helpful from the first inquiry to the follow-up. Costs were clearly outlined, options for lodging and timing and add ons made it easy for us to make decisions and we are so pleased with the service we received for our first trip to Amboseli!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari Decision We Made
Choosing Africa Joy Tours was the best decision of our Tanzania trip. From the airport pickup onward, the team was punctual, friendly, and genuinely interested in making our safari comfortable and memorable.
The safari itself was outstanding and far better than we expected. We visited beautiful parks filled with wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and many colorful birds. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and explained animal behavior, local culture, and conservation in an engaging way. The vehicle was comfortable, the picnic lunches were fresh and well prepared, and the accommodation was clean and relaxing after long game drives. Every activity started on time, and the organization throughout the journey felt smooth, professional, and completely stress free.
The spectacular wildlife sightings and warm hospitality made every day exciting, relaxing, and truly unforgettable for our entire group.
I would happily recommend Africa Joy Tours to friends and family because they provided excellent service, wonderful guides, and unforgettable safari memories.
IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable 3-Day Safari – Flawless Service from Start to Finish!
I recently returned from an incredible 4-day Maasai Mara safari with Jocky Tours, and I cannot recommend them highly enough! From the very beginning to the final drop-off, their professionalism and top-notch service made the entire trip seamless and stress-free. Every single detail was handled perfectly.
A massive shoutout goes to our phenomenal tour guide, Mr. Geeman. He was absolutely brilliant and went above and beyond to ensure we had the ultimate safari experience. Thanks to his expert tracking skills and deep knowledge of the park, we successfully saw the Big 5! The 3 days of game drives were nothing short of spectacular, offering us some of the best wildlife sightings imaginable under beautiful weather. We were lucky enough to see lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and buffaloes up close.
We stayed at the Mara Wild Nest Camp, which was an absolute pleasure. The tents were spacious, beautifully set up, and exceptionally clean. To top it all off, the food was amazing throughout our stay, and the staff at the camp were incredibly welcoming.
If you are planning a trip to the Maasai Mara, book with Jocky Tours and ask for Mr. Geeman. You won't regret it!
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great experience
We travelled with Naleyo Tours for 8 days in Uganda, visiting gorillas, golden monkeys and chimpanzees, exploring national parks, and enjoying boat cruises.
Our driver, Julius, was experienced, professional and always punctual, making the journey smooth and stress-free. He was often the first to spot wildlife during game drives, allowing us to enjoy some incredible encounters, including a lioness in complete solitude. Any car issues were resolved quickly and without hassle.
Julius also made sure we had everything we needed, including ants protection for ankles and masks for primate trekking, so we could focus on enjoying the experience.
Planning the trip with Christine was equally pleasant. After requesting quotes from several agencies, I found Naleyo’s communication and pricing the most reasonable. Christine took all my wishes into account and respected my preferred itinerary, even when other agencies questioned it or tried to steer me towards their own plans or their own lodges. I particularly appreciated this flexibility and the fact that my preferences were genuinely heard.
Overall, I had a very positive experience with Naleyo Tours and would recommend them to anyone planning a trip to Uganda.
TW
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable 10- day Safari with Africa Starpal and our prefect guide Manu
Our safari with Africa Starpal completely exceeded our expectations from start to finish. If you are still hesitating about traveling to Kenya, I would say it is definitely one of the best and most unique experiences you can have.
The highlight was undoubtedly our guide, Manu. His bush expertise, patience, and sharp eyes allowed us to spot incredible wildlife—including all of the Big Five, and to our surprise, dozens of lions. Rather than simply rushing to crowded radio sightings, Manu took the time to position our vehicle for optimal lighting, photography angles, and observing animal behavior. Most importantly, he prioritized animal welfare, always keeping an ethical and respectful distance without ever harassing the wildlife. He even learned the names of the animals in several languages (including Mandarin) to help us identify them faster!
Also, if possible, do not miss the hot air balloon ride in the Maasai Mara. The breathtaking view from above is absolutely a major highlight!
We cannot recommend Africa Starpal and Manu enough—truly an experience of a lifetime!
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We believe we were scammed
We booked a full-day excursion in Nairobi, which was supposed to include the following: a 4x4 vehicle with a driver, pre-booked entry tickets for the Giraffe Centre and the elephant orphanage, a safari in the national park, a French-speaking guide (for an additional fee), a picnic, and bottled water for the day. Payment was made in advance.
In the end:
- There was no food or bottled water provided (this was an excursion with two children, aged 5 and 7, in 40°C/104°F heat).
- The "French-speaking" guide did not actually speak French (I had to translate from English into French for my children).
- The tickets had not been pre-booked: we missed the start of the elephant feeding session (an activity that only lasts one hour and takes place during a single daily time slot), and we had to coordinate with the driver to pay for the tickets ourselves, because the owner of Akira had taken our money without actually booking them.
Despite our complaint, we received no refund or any form of compensation. I strongly advise against using Akira.
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
an unforgettable experience! 🐆❤️
An Unforgettable Safari – A Dream Come True! 🦁❤️
Our safari was absolutely amazing, a truly unforgettable experience and a dream come true! We were lucky to have the best guide, Koshu, who made every moment so special. His knowledge, kindness, passion, and dedication made this journey even more incredible.
One of the most incredible moments was witnessing a cheetah catching its prey in the wild! 🐆 What an extraordinary and unforgettable experience!
Highly recommended! An experience of a lifetime with an exceptional guide. Asante sana, Koshu! 🐘🦒🌍❤️
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They’re very serious
In terms of organization, punctuality, explanations everything was perfect. As for the price, I didn't look at the other prices at the competition. It's true that it's quite expensive for a day but it's worth it at least once in your life.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable experience
We will never forget our Safari with Serengeti smile. Patricia was extremely accommodating and patient while we made our choices, often asking to amend things which was never an issue for her. She gave great advice to make sure that we were making the correct choices for our trip and we are truly grateful that she customised the perfect trip for us. Then we met our guide Samwell, we couldn’t have asked for a better guide to take us through the parks and helped us see 4 of the 5 big 5. We had extremely close elephant encounters but Sam also made sure to respect the animals and not interfere with them. There is nothing we would have changed about our trip, everything went seamlessly from landing in Arusha to departing again to Zanzibar everything was taken care of. Thank you so much Patricia and Samwell, we are counting down the days until we can book with Serengeti smile again.