35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience and very well organised
I had the best safari experience with Jocky Tours! Everything was very well organised and the accommodation at Sopa Lodge was fantastic from the service to the food and more.
Our tour guide Richie was nothing short of amazing. He is super friendly and very knowledgeable about the animals and tour, great fun!
I would absolutely recommend this tour, Masai Mara did not disappoint and I have great memories and experiences to last a lifetime!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our driver, Simon, provided exceptional service by ensuring our safety and well-being prior to depar
The tour guides are highly enthusiastic and possess extensive expertise regarding safaris. They are well-prepared to address any inquiries with a professional yet personable touch of humor.
IL
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A Warning to Travelers Considering Ethio Target Tours & Travel in Ethiopia
A Warning to Travelers Considering Ethio Target Tours & Travel in Ethiopia
**Our experience: Promises made, commitments not fulfilled, and no response to our complaint.**
In October 2026, our group of five travelers, all approaching the age of 70, booked a 13-day private tour of Ethiopia through **Ethio Target Tours & Travel**, managed by Solomon.
Ethiopia is a fascinating country, with remarkable landscapes, history, and people. Unfortunately, our experience with the tour agency left us deeply disappointed.
Before booking, we carefully explained our needs and reached clear agreements regarding the services we would receive.
Here is what actually happened:
**1. A professional guide was promised for the entire tour — but provided for only 3 out of 13 days.**
Our agreement specifically included both a driver and a dedicated professional guide throughout the journey.
For ten of the thirteen scheduled days, we did not have the guide we had been promised.
For travelers interested in Ethiopia's history, culture, and heritage, this was a significant loss.
**2. An unknown passenger was added to our private tour without our consent.**
Despite having booked a private tour, we discovered that another passenger had been added to our group.
We were neither informed beforehand nor asked for permission.
A private tour should mean exactly that — private.
**3. Two vehicles were promised — only one was provided.**
We explicitly explained that our group consisted of older travelers and that comfortable transportation was essential, particularly during long journeys.
We agreed that two vehicles would be available. Instead, we had to travel in a single vehicle.
This was not a minor inconvenience. It was another important commitment that was not fulfilled.
**4. Unused services were not addressed.**
Due to a flight disruption, which was not the agency's fault, we arrived in Ethiopia one day later than scheduled. As a result, we did not use two hotel rooms arranged for our first night.
In addition, two members of our group did not consume the local meals included in the tour.
We raised the issue of unused services and potential cost savings, but received no satisfactory explanation or adjustment.
**5. Our written complaint was ignored.**
After the trip, Solomon asked us to publish a positive review of his company.
Instead, I sent him a detailed and respectful letter explaining the problems we had experienced.
I gave him an opportunity to respond, explain what had happened, and address our concerns.
**As of the date of this review, I have received no response.**
That silence added to our disappointment.
### Why am I sharing this experience?
My purpose is not to discourage anyone from visiting Ethiopia. On the contrary, it is a country well worth exploring.
My purpose is to encourage travelers to be cautious when selecting a tour operator and to ensure that agreements are actually honored.
If you are considering booking with Ethio Target Tours & Travel, I strongly recommend that you:
- Obtain written confirmation of all promised services.
- Specify whether a professional guide will accompany you every day.
- Confirm the exact number and type of vehicles.
- Make sure that a private tour will remain private.
- Clarify in advance how missing or unused services will be handled.
**We paid for a private tour with specific services. We did not receive everything we were promised.**
I am sharing our experience because I believe travelers deserve accurate information before placing their trust and money in a tour operator.
**A good reputation should be built not only on promises, but on keeping them — and on taking responsibility when things go wrong.**
Haim Levy
Israel | October 2026 Tour
BR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice and polite
Professionnal and make us very comfortable and ensure that we were safe
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An absolute gem of a human, extremely knowledgeable of the local area.
My Wife and I travelled with Africa Uncovered Safaris in September of 2026 on the Victoria Falls, Hwange, and Botswana tour. We were absolutely stunned with the care that they gave us the whole trip.
To begin, Archie made it very easy to ask questions and the booking and planning part was seamless. Archie was great at getting back to us quickly, and he was very open to have us put our input into the itinerary. The hotels they booked for us were fantastic, and the safari trips they planned were exactly what we were looking for.
On the trip, our guide was Muza, and he was fantastic. Muza is local to Zimbabwe, so he knew the area very well and had great suggestions that only a local would know, like getting out to Victoria Falls at first light. He was a really great guide, and for our first time in Africa, he really made it incredible.
Truly, we had the time of our lives on our trip, and the team at Africa Uncovered Safaris really made the difference. We would highly recommend booking with them, and we would book with them again in a heartbeat.
NO
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Nuhu was an amazing guide and really made our safari special! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the animals, trees, and plants, and was always happy to share his knowledge and answer to all our questions. He was also so patient, friendly, and welcoming, always with a big smile on his face.
We got to see so much of what the park has to offer, including lots of wildlife up close. Nuhu made sure we had a fantastic experience from start to finish.
If you’re planning a safari, I would wholeheartedly recommend asking for Nuhu as your guide. You really couldn’t ask for a better one! He made our experience truly memorable.
GR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great coordination
We started the safari in Nairobi and finished it 6 days later in Arusha. The itenerary was great and Dennis tailored it according to our needs. For the first part in Kenya, James was our driver. He was super friendly and helpful and gave his best to make sure we see all big 5 and ugly 5 in Nakuru and Masai Mara and we finally did it! For the second part in Tanzania, Jackson was our driver and he was very helpful as well! We also saw all big 5 and ugly 5 in Serengeti and Ngorongoro. We are very happy with the whole experience and I totally recommend the 6-day safari trip in the way we did it. Special thanks to both drivers who made our safari experience unforgettable!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Seamless and so fun
Lion Safaris took care of everything and chose some wonderful experiences and amazing lodges to stay in. Emil is FANTASTIC! He is not only knowledgeable and sociable but also a great advocate to have throughout the trip. He and his office made things run smoothly.
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing adventure
I booked a 3-day Safari plus 1 day hike at Kilimanjaro. The Safari was very cool, with 2 nights sleeping in a campground in Serengeti and the rim of Ngorogoro.
The Touroperator are very helpful, friendly and everything was very well organised.