50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great 2 day safari with good communication and guides
From my first enquiry the communication from Chris great. The value offered was good and both Chris and China provided a professional and knowledgeable 2 day adventure for my daughter and I. We were delighted to see a variety of animals over the 2 days, and they went out their way to ensure that we got every opportunity to see as much as we could. The approach was focused on offering a strong experience without being intrusive or overbearing. We did a visit to a Masai village but didn’t feel that it offered value and left feeling under pressure to buy or offer further contributions so wouldn’t recommend that option.
Overall I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Baby Bird as they offered value, good choice and an enjoyable experience with an amazing talent of spotting animals from afar or in situations which we would never have seen!
SE
A charming place with lots to give and excellent guiding!
You really get the full safari experience in a solid kit. The communication with the staff was sound, the cooking was pretty good, but above all was the safari guiding. The guide was really professional and charming. All in all, highly reccommended
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Exceptional service and care - they are truly worthy of their 5-star reputation!
When planning our travels, we always use local tour operators. For Madagascar, we chose ComeToMada, which turned out to be an excellent choice. They helped us plan our 16-day trip and organised every single detail, including the cars, guides, local flights, accommodation and all extra activities we requested. It is worth noting that planning a trip through Madagascar is challenging since the infrastructure is quite poor. Nevertheless, Sanda organised everything perfectly.
But not only that. During out trip Sanda checked every day with our guides if everything was fine. In the event of any issues, he reacted immediately. Things can go wrong during every trip but on Madagascar they are quite common due to the underdeveloped tourism industry and poor infrastructure, Therefore, having a reliable tour operator is crucial. When our car experienced problems with engine cooling system, a new car has been provided. When Madagascar Airlines cancelled our domestic flight, Sanda managed to rebook our tickets and adjusted the itinerary so that we could still do all the planned activities. We knew all the time that we were well looked after.
When I had seen the 5.0 rating for ComeToMada on Tripadvisor, I thought “too good to be true”. But now I understand where it comes from, and I know this rating is fully deserved. I award them 5 star here on SafariBookings and strongly recommend them to anyone who wants to experience the real Madagascar.
PL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wildlife Adventure Worth Trying!
I recently went on a safari, and it was a really enjoyable experience! I loved seeing the animals up close and learning interesting facts from the guide. It was a fun and memorable way to spend the day, and I’m glad I had the chance to go.
RO
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great trip from arival to the end.
Very good.value for money, Nice guys and they did a great job looking after us. Amazing safaris!!!
RO
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great value introduction to Africa
Very attentive and helpful personnel, always willing to answer our questions and very well informed about their nature and wildlife. Great 👍
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Activentures made our dream safari a reality!
My husband and I were married in a civil ceremony in 1993 and di not have time or money for a honeymoon. For many years we have dreamed of a safari to make memories that we could reflect on as we grow older. A chance meeting with Musa led to the safari adventure of our dreams!
I spoke with Musa about what our ideal safari adventure would look like and what we wanted to experience. He and Diana put together an adventure that was everything we wanted and so much more. They suggested things that we hadn't even thought of.
From the moment we boarded the Kenya Airlines flight to commerce to the beautiful continent of Africa until the last moment when we arrived back in New York, everything was perfect. I am a very "hands-on" planner and this was an adventure of which I had no concept of what to expect. The experienced team at Activenures knew just how to put together the most amazing experiences and anticipated all of our needs before we had even thought about them. Their collective knowledge was so helpful in planning and executing our dream anniversary trip. They did not miss any details. Our accommodations were amazing, comfortable and well planned. Our safety was considered a number one priority. So much so, that we never even considered it because we felt so safe and comfortable that we never had to.
The people who were assigned to guide us through Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda were extremely professional and their knowledge was unmatched. Musatu was our guide for the majority of our safari and we found him to be so very knowledgeable and seasoned. He was simply delightful and went above and beyond to show us his beautiful country with its amazing animals and even more amazing people.
The people of Africa are so gentle and kind. We felt very welcome at every place we visited.
We are so grateful to Activentures, Musa, Diana and Musatu for helping us realize our dream of getting to experience Africa in a way that was so personal and memorable. We can't say enough about the amazing experience that these folks put together for us. The 16 days we spent in Africa were so memorable without any glitches, without any problems and without any mix-ups. This is the kind of service you can only get with people who have a lot of experience with what they do.
We will carry our African adventure in our hearts for the rest of our lives!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Going on safari with Meru Slopes felt less like booking a tour and more like joining a top-tier wild
Going on safari with Meru Slopes felt less like booking a tour and more like joining a top-tier wildlife dream team.
Nuru, our guide, has an eyesight that defies biology. While other jeeps drove past bushes thinking they were… well, bushes, Nuru casually pointed out animals that apparently lived in another dimension. Leopards? Lions? Rare birds? He spotted everything — and always positioned the vehicle perfectly so we had the kind of views people usually only get from documentaries. In the evenings he turned into a philosopher-storyteller hybrid, sharing wisdom and tales that made dinner feel like a campfire with an old friend.
Gideon, our chef, is a magician disguised as a cook. The man produced feasts — plural! — in the middle of the wilderness, under conditions that would make most kitchens cry. Every meal was generous, delicious, and different from the one before. And he served everything with a smile big enough to light up the savannah.
And then there was Herman, second guide, driver, and quite possibly the kindest person on Earth. He was endlessly polite, endlessly helpful, and genuinely caring. He gave us an unforgettable tour through Arusha, and when our flight suddenly got rescheduled, he didn’t hesitate for a second — he offered, on his own, to drive us to the airport in the middle of the night. Who does that? Legends do.
Meru Slopes was an experience shaped by people who love what they do — and it shows. If you want wildlife, wonder and the warmest company imaginable, go with them.
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything worked perfectly!
Everything worked perfectly, from communication before the trip, pick up and drop off, the organization with living and game drives. Perfect! Highly recommend.
HK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Safari Worth Every Moment
We had a problem with our flight and ended up arriving in Arusha about six hours late. To be clear, this had nothing to do with Oldbeast Vacations it was entirely due to the airline. Because of the delay, we missed our first day of safari in Tarangire and went straight to Manyara Best View Lodge. This lodge is magnificent. We would definitely have stayed an extra day just to enjoy its facilities and the stunning view.
On the second and third days, we did the safari in the Serengeti. It was an incredible experience. We saw many animals and were lucky to be near a group of lions just as it started to rain. Watching how they behaved in that moment was fascinating.
The accommodations, both at Bush Tembo Camp and Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp, were excellent, very comfortable, with delicious food right in the heart of the savannah.
On the last day, we visited the Ngorongoro Crater. It was a foggy and overcast day, which made the descent into the crater feel even more dramatic. Truly unforgettable.
We didn’t manage to spot the Rhinoceros or the Leopard from the Big Five, but that’s just how nature is sometimes.
By the way, the SG Premium Resort, which served as our base in Arusha, is also an excellent hotel.
One important tip: we highly recommend arriving in Arusha at least one day before your safari starts. The local airlines in Tanzania can be quite unreliable, and delays like ours are not uncommon. Better to be safe and start your adventure stress-free.