NG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Above & Beyond Service with Mr. Santa - Black Santa Tours & Safaris!* ⭐⭐
If you want someone who treats you like family, book with Mr. Santa from Black Santa Tours.
We got introduced to Mr. Santa on short notice when we decided we wanted to go to Mombasa for a one day adventure for quad biking, boat cruising, and the sand dunes. *Despite the short notice, he still delivered* and made everything seamless.
His advice was simple: "Book the 10pm train to Mombasa and I’ll pick you up." And he meant it.
Mr. Santa literally left his house around *2am* and waited at the Mombasa terminal until our train arrived at *4am*. Who does that?! He then drove us straight to Malindi and even *paid for our breakfast* before we started the day.
*Our day with him:*
1. *Mambrui* — Quad biking, camel ride, and playing on the sand dunes. So much fun and he made sure we were safe and got great photos.
2. *Water Park* — We couldn’t do the activities due to logistics, but Mr. Santa didn’t let that stop us. He immediately made other plans.
3. *Boat Cruise* — He got us on a boat cruise at another location so we didn’t miss out on that experience.
4. *Lunch with Family* — The sweetest part. He took us to have lunch where his lovely wife *Isabella* joined us. It felt so personal and welcoming.
5. *Drop-off* — He then drove us back and dropped us at the train terminal for our trip back to Nairobi.
Mr. Santa is reliable, thoughtful, and goes above and beyond. Black Santa Tours isn’t just a business — it’s hospitality from the heart.
If you’re going to Mombasa/Malindi, do not think twice. Book Mr. Santa. You’ll get adventure, good food, new friends, and memories for life. Highly recommended!
CY
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent in all aspects. Made the experience for us unique.
The experience was really amazing. The tour operator was very well organised and focussed on customers to get the best experience possible. The Safari driver (Gerard) was very nice, helpful, constantly trying to give us the best experience possible, whilst explaining wildlife on the go.
Highly recommended, both the tour operator and the driver.
SK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Humble, extraordinary animal knowledge, very good driver, friendly, polite
Michael had made all the difference. We felt safe, we joked a lot, we talked a lot about various topics, we shared meals. It was an all package experience and we couldn't have wished for a better tour guide. Some might find all the transportation lenghty and uncomfortable, hence it makes it even more important to find a mutual chemistry, as the safari experience doesn't start at the park entrance, but inside the car.
BE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very efficient, good communication
We had a fantastic time on our 7 day ultimate northern circuit safari/Kilimanjaro tour.
A great balance between safari and hiking.
Thanks to our dedicated driver/guide Moses we saw the big five and loads more. A great group of people, good food and plenty of it. Even though we had some car trouble it was handled very efficiently and did not cause any hold ups (special thanks to Moses 👍👏👏👏)
Our final 2 days were spent with Geoffrey an amazing guide/ driver. Never lost for words he is a great source of information about the Kilimanjaro area, a true ambassador for his country.
I would definitely recommend Kilipath.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Sunworld - Simply the BEST
I have just returned from my 3rd Safari in Kenya with Sunworld, and I am already planning my 4th. Sunworld’s attention to detail and personalization with each of my adventures is why I keep returning. Whether you are planning a safari for a week or more, you will undoubtedly be amazed with the accommodations, the food, the parks, the animals, and of course the most important part, your guide. Sunworld consistently provides and delivers a 5 star Safari adventure you will never forget. If you are looking for a carefree over the top safari adventure, look no further. Sunworld is the best expert tour operator throughout all of Kenya (This is their 30th year). Just ask for Rebecca, she will take great care of you. And I am reluctant to give you the name of the best guide (because I want to make sure he is available for me!)…but Stephen is the BEST!!
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A special experience safari
We discovered Summer Winter Africa Adventures from Xiaohongshu. Johnson, the owner, was easy to talk to, helped us plan the whole itinerary and handled all arrangements. He followed up during our safari with fast replies.
Our guide Baraka was incredibly professional. When watching the Great Migration, many vehicles disturbed the wildebeest and halted the crossing. Baraka kept a respectful distance, spotted dust on the far riverbank and guided us to see the full wildebeest river crossing.
We also witnessed a leopard hunting an impala. While most cars left after seeing the leopard resting, Baraka read the animal’s behaviour and we got amazing shots of the hunt.
Baraka was punctual and reviewed our daily plan with us every evening. Strongly recommend Summer Winter Africa Adventures for your Tanzania safari!
PT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best, Trip of a lifetime!
Our 11 day safari with Beyond the Plains exceeded all expectations! From the booking process with Linet to arrival and meeting our most amazing driver Ronnie this was our best trip ever! We stayed in Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru, and finished with 5 nights in the Masai Mara. The accommodations were all great with outstanding service and good food. We liked the Maisha Mara camp the best.
A few more words about our driver Ronnie. We really became family during the trip - he always said “don’t worry about anything we are family in this car” and you know he meant that. He was so friendly, safe, and knowledgeable. Ronnie knew all the parks and treated all the other drivers so well, emphasizing his great qualities. Ronnie went the extra mile to ensure we got to experience a LOT of amazing wildlife, capped off by a successful leopard hunt that happened right in front of us on our last day. He always put us in perfect position for viewing and photos.
One hundred percent recommend Beyond the Plains! Make a special request for Ronnie!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They give me a wonderful travel
Our guide Baraka is professional, patient, humorous and highly responsible. He made our Tanzanian safari absolutely wonderful. The pre-trip communication with the company was seamless, and the trip is fantastic value.
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
best experience: full recommendation for Beacon, especially driver Carlos!
Whilst planning our safari and selecting the parks we wanted to visit, Beacon was always very responsive and helpful in tailoring our trip to our individual needs, proving us with clear recommendations and honest advise on what would and wouldn't be worthwhile. Ultimately we were thrilled and impressed by the wildlife sightings, the lodges and friendliness of everyone involved throughout the entire journey.
Carlos was the best driver we could have ever wished for. We always felt safe and very well looked after with him. He has the gift of always knowing where the animals would be heading, which gave us unique perspectives on the animals and a truely personalised experience.
100% recommendation for Beacon and 1000% recommendation for Carlos as a driver he is the absolut best!!
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Would 100% recommend, excellent service!
After contacting several safari tour operators, we chose Porcupine Expeditions, and it turned out to be the best decision we could have made.
My friend and I arrived on different flights, and the team kindly arranged separate airport pickups for both of us at no extra charge. Before starting our safari, we had a day in Arusha to relax and recover from our journey. We had originally planned to explore the city on our own, but instead, the team took the time to show us around, which we greatly appreciated.
From start to finish, they took care of everything, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy the experience without having to worry about a thing. We truly felt like princesses!
Mama Anna and her daughters were incredibly professional, welcoming, and kind. We encountered an issue during our safari, and they immediately did everything they could to find a solution.
We did a six-day safari followed by a one-day hike on Mount Kilimanjaro, and the entire experience was absolutely fantastic. Both our safari guide and mountain guide were knowledgeable and experienced.
The agency also helped us arrange a taxi from Zanzibar Airport to our hotel after the safari. Thanks to this contact, we were able to book all of our transfers and tours in Zanzibar as well.
We highly recommend Porcupine Expeditions. They made our trip completely stress-free and unforgettable!