IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
Suzzy and their team worked very hard to make every second of my safari perfect.
I could always feel well taken care of and any request would always be satisfied. Everything went according to plans and communication was always smooth.
The drivers were amazing, verg skilled and also they educated me so thouroughly on the animals and their habitat, which was an added value.
I couldn't recommend them more, I would choose them over and over again.
Thank you Suzzy for your kindness, you're amazing and I hope to see you soon again.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience
First time safari, for us a French Chilean couple from UK, we had chance to get this experience with Serengueti African tours via Swahili Safari escape booking. And all was 5⭐️ thanks to the team and coordination with all involved .
If you are looking for the ultimate safari experience in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, look no further than Safari African Tours. This wasn't just a trip; it was a life-changing adventure where we felt like lucky from start to finish.
We had the chance to have a very competent , nice and incredible team through the trip.
• Peter: A massive thank you to Peter, who coordinated everything with such professionalism and heart. He made sure every detail was perfect and that we felt welcomed from the moment we inquired.
• Our journey started seamlessly thanks to Rama. He was punctual, friendly, and made the transfers smooth and stress-free. He’s the first friendly face you want to see when arriving in Tanzania!
• Denis , chef for the trip food, Denis managed to prepare such great, and fresh meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner for all the passengers.
Our guide was world-class—not only incredibly knowledgeable about the "Big Five" and the local ecosystem but also a fantastic listener. They tailored the drives to our interests, ensuring we never felt rushed and always had the best angle for photos. Whether it was watching a lion pride at dawn or overlooking the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, the expertise provided was top-tier.
The Highlights:
• Kindness: The team treated us like family, not just customers.
• Expertise: Deep knowledge of animal behavior and secret spotting locations.
If you want a soulful, delicious, and wild adventure led by people who genuinely care, book with Peter and the crew at Safari African Tours.
IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good quality and good service, open to feedback
The hotels, lodges and camps that Magical Skies booked for us were excellent at good prices; their food and service was very good too.
Our guide was very dedicated and knowledgeable; we saw very many things that others didn’t because of him.
We had a problem with our vehicle which was amicably sorted.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kind, funny and relaxt.
We did a half-day private tour of Nairobi National Park with our two children (ages 5 and 8). Our guide, Owen, was very friendly.
We were picked up slightly late at our Airbnb, but this wasn’t really an issue since there is usually a long wait at the park gate anyway. On the drive, while passing Kibera, Owen already started sharing info with us about the slum.
Inside the park, Owen explained a lot about the animals and their natural behavior, adding witty remarks every now and then. At one point, he noticed a lioness preparing to hunt and patiently waited to see if we might witness it.
We saw hippos, zebras, giraffes, warthogs, impalas, antelopes, crocodiles, and lions. The absolute highlight, however, was seeing multiple rhinos with their babies. One mother was even breastfeeding her calf just a few meters from our car. The cherry on top was when Owen took a quiet road back toward the city, away from other vehicles, and spotted two beautiful lion cubs for us.
We also saw many bird species, including ostriches, spoonbills, marabou storks, helmeted guineafowl, spotted thick-knees, and several others whose names I can’t recall.
Communication with the organization was pretty easy. We paid in cash (KSh). Be sure to bring your passport, as it’s required at the park entrance. The advertisement mentioned that water would be provided, and the organization also said binoculars would be available, but neither were included on our tour. This wasn’t a problem for us since the animals were very close and we brought our own water, but it’s best to come prepared just in case.
Where expectations meet reality
The whole experience was well planned, starting from booking, travelling, checking in, and checking out. If I were to travel again, I would choose Across Horizons Safaris.
MY
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Well coordinated
The tour package was very well structured and coordinated. The guides was also knowledgeable and punctual. The package as a whole was what was promised and of high standard covering the Cape coast, wine routes and the highlight was Kapama. We saw the entire big five in two days really commendable with very professional staff and superior accommodation. The only low point was the Johannesburg Soweto tour which portrayed the bad side of South African history.
FI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They are very professional, calm and trustworthy.
I went to a safari with my mom in December. The experience was wonderful! Before booking, we were able to modify the initienary to fit on our needs and timetables. Everything happened in time and no extra waitings or confusing directions. What I liked the most was that you can see that the company and our guide truly respects the nature and animals. He knew what he was doing and never disturbed the animals and still was able to show us everything and more we wished to see. Michael is also great, respectful and intelligent company and we really enjoyed discussions with him! Asante!
MT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful and friendly service. Took the patience to customise the tour to our preferences!
An incredible safari experience from start to finish. Everything was very well organised and clearly explained along the way, which made the whole trip smooth and enjoyable. Our tour guide, Emmanuel, was absolutely outstanding. We truly cannot praise him enough! He was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and friendly, and we quickly built a great bond with him (even learning a few Swahili words along the way!). The safari itself was unforgettable and exceeded all our expectations. Highly recommended.
MT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent tour
Was a great experience, and our tour guide Emanuel (leli) was the best along also with the staff at Samora.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Magnificent Journey through South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana
We landed in Cape Town on Aug. 5, 2025. The face behind Siya Phambiles Expeditions is Benjamin Wilson. He met us at the airport personally and took us to our accommodations at the Moonglow Guesthouse just outside of Cape Town. Cape Town is one of the most beautiful cities in the world nestled between the ocean and the mountains. We spent three days in Cape Town. Our first day was a free day where we explored Cape Town ourselves. Thereafter, Benjamin (or Benji) took us on a wine tour and later to Duiker Island where a seal colony calls home. We were supposed to go to Table Mountain, but it was cloudy, and so Benji like the experienced guide he is shuffled the itinerary so we could get there on a better day. The next day was spectacular. We saw a penguin colony at Boulders Beach, then went to the light house at Cape Point with its amazing views, then headed back to Cape Town through the beautiful countryside, passing by baboons on the side of the road, and eventually making it to Table Mountain with its views of Cape Town, the mountains to the south and valleys to the west stopped by the sea.
The next day we got on a plane and headed to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. We spent two days at the Hwange Safari Lodge where we went on safaris in the early morning and the evening. August is winter in this part of the world, so they bundled us up in blankets before taking us out on safari as it was freezing in the open truck. But the wildlife views were worth the cold.
We then spent 2 nights in Victoria Falls with of course a view of the falls and a day expedition to Chobe National Park in Botswana where we travelled by both truck in the morning and by boat in the afternoon to see the plentiful wildlife around every bush and tree. One of the highlights was seeing a pride of female lions just lounging in the sun. Our driver got us within 8 meters of their bodies on their back or side with paws in the air.
The next day we flew to Kruger Mpumlanga Airport in South Africa. We took the Panorama Route to get to Kruger National Park. There was alot of driving, but the stops along the way to see this magnificent country was worth the drive. We stayed in a chalet at Blyde Canyon Nature Reserve, which is on the rim of one of Africa's riverine gorges; spectacular views abounded.
We spent the next four days in Kruger National Park with Benji taking us on drives or arranging drives with other guides in the morning and the evening, the idea being that the animals are moving more at dawn and dusk. Half way through our stay in Kruger we transferred to another camp. It took us most of the day to do the trip, but it was the most magical day spent in Kruger. At a lunch stop, we saw a watering hole with elephants, zebras, impala, buffalo, warthogs all gathered together in apparent harmony. A short time later, Benji found a leopard in a tree resting. Through out, Benji was the perfect guide telling us of all the animals and birds in their ecological context, being able to spot animals, especially leopards and rhinos at great distances which we would not have seen otherwise. While in Kruger, Benji make evening meals for us, including ostrich one evening (it did not taste like chicken; very close to beef).
On the last day, Benji drove us to Johannesburg where we caught out plane to end our 14 day tour. It was a great trip!
