CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Truly Unforgettable and Perfectly Tailored Safari Experience
Our 10-day journey with Ellion Tours was truly unforgettable. From the beginning, the entire itinerary was tailored around our preferences, and the team remained extremely flexible throughout the trip. Even the timing of hotel departures, stops along the way, and daily activities could be adjusted according to how we felt.
The itinerary itself was very well designed. Starting with the safari and ending with Zanzibar was the perfect combination — after days of excitement and adventure in the wild, we could finally slow down and truly relax by the ocean. The meals during the safari were also much better than we had expected from some of the comments we had read online. We had proper warm lunches rather than basic lunch boxes, which made the long safari days much more enjoyable.
A huge part of our amazing safari experience was our guide, Richard. With nearly 15 years of experience, he has an incredible ability to spot animals and read their movements from a great distance. Together with his radio communication and his network of “brothers” in the parks, he brought us to so many incredible wildlife moments.
The highlight was undoubtedly the wildebeest crossings at the Mara River. During our trip, we were lucky enough to witness four crossings, and Richard repeatedly managed to secure excellent positions for us. Watching thousands of wildebeest cross the river from such a great viewpoint was something we will never forget.
Richard was also warm, knowledgeable and genuinely enjoyable to spend time with. Conversations with him were always interesting, and we learned so much about the animals, the landscape and Tanzania itself. Even the long drives between destinations never felt boring. What impressed us especially was how attentive he was to everyone's reactions and feedback. He would notice how we were feeling and proactively adjust the pace and plan of the safari, rather than simply following a fixed schedule.
Our experience continued in Zanzibar, where Kennedy accompanied us throughout the island portion of the trip. We originally thought we would only have a driver, so having Kennedy with us was a wonderful surprise. His enthusiasm and explanations gave us a much deeper understanding of Zanzibar and Stone Town and added another dimension to the final part of our journey.
It is difficult to summarize ten days of excitement, happiness and gratitude in just a few paragraphs. There were simply too many memorable moments.
For us, this was not just a safari package — it was a genuinely personalized journey, thoughtfully arranged and beautifully executed from beginning to end.
A truly exceptional experience, and one we will remember for a lifetime.
IL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
EMMY was very Attentive request' we have the best safari tour
I wholeheartedly recommend Emmy’s safari service; beyond offering fair and competitive prices, the experience was outstanding. We were a family of four; they handled our hotel pick-up and drop-off and even looked after our belongings, as we were returning to a hotel in a different area. The guide was professional, and our visit to the Maasai tribe was a highlight—they put on a full, elaborate performance, and we enjoyed it immensely. Emmy stayed in touch and looked after us throughout the entire journey. As a bonus, my birthday happened to fall on the night we were staying at the safari; Emmy arranged for the hotel to prepare a truly special cake and organize a festive, romantic celebratory meal—it really made my day.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable 7-day safari 🦒
We had an incredibly beautiful 7-day safari and would do it again in a heartbeat! 🦒🌅
The organization went perfectly from the very start. Herman handled everything reliably and efficiently, all while remaining relaxed and easygoing.
Our tour guide, Justin, was also incredibly laid-back and fun. We saw so many beautiful animals and impressive landscapes, and experienced countless special moments that we will truly never forget.
All in all, it was a wonderful and unforgettable experience that we would definitely recommend!
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FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best experience of my life
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We were lucky enough to have Mike as our guide during our 4-day safari in Tanzania, and we couldn’t have asked for a better one!
Mike is incredibly passionate and possesses deep knowledge of the animals, the parks, and the environment. He took the time to explain so much to us and always answered our questions patiently.
Thanks to his experience and keen eye, we saw amazing animals in their natural habitat: elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, leopards, hippos, and even rhinos! He always went the extra mile to ensure we enjoyed the best moments and captured stunning photos.
Beyond his expertise, Mike is a lovely, attentive person who is always in good spirits. We felt completely at ease with him from day one.
This safari will undoubtedly remain one of the greatest experiences of our lives, and Mike played a huge part in making these four days so exceptional and unforgettable.
A huge thank you to Mike and the Avocet team for these moments, the insights, the patience, and all the memories we’ll cherish from this adventure. 🐘🦁🦒🇹🇿❤️
We 100% recommend them to anyone looking for an exceptional safari experience in Tanzania!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The operator is knowledgeable and passion about their job.
PLEASE READ I wanted to make sure I took time to convey my high appreciation for the guides I had on this trip. I am 29 year old black American man that only speaks English.
It has been my first solo trip and it’s very far from home! About 16 hours! I found the company through safaribookings.com and I only went off of star reviews at first. I really liked the initial schedule and the chance to see certain animals. I came to a very warm welcome by Alfred!
I believe Alfred owns the company. He came with photographers to commemorate the meeting when I landed. He is very friendly and social. The few days he was included in the trip he felt like a family member I was visiting who moved away. He does an incredible job sharing his world and explaining eveything about Kenya. He made sure to come to provide some company for me since I came alone and we shared a lot of great moments in such a short time! Any question I had about the world of Kenya he could answer. He even offered the stay the duration of my trip if I wanted even though he wanted to meet the his next guest coming to visit. Also, religiously accommodating. I told him I wanted pray together before every drive and he initiated each prayer. There was even a hiccup where a hot air balloon company made mistakes so I couldn’t fly. Alfred had a new plan ready for me to fly within the next two hours. Before the trip started they were working hard to see about possible hotel upgrades for my stay. He managed to land a spot at a high end hotel that’s usually booked out and they didn’t charge me extra! He managed all of this when I started planning with them about a month before coming on the safari.
Him and my guide Samson were very accommodating. They even shifted plans depending on what my interest was in. They tailored and altered the trip to suite my wishes.
Samson is the game drive expert who has been doing this for 15 years! The man sense of direction is phenomenal. Out on such a big plain he has so much awareness of where to go and where to look for animals. The first game drive was 3 hours I saw 3 of the big 5! I remember coming back to hotel and hearing other people talk about how they didn’t see much and I felt bad they didn’t have Samson. He has a very keen eye to see animals in their natural habitat and approach them without distributing or scaring them. He also is very knowledgeable about every species in Kenya even the birds! He can answer any question you have! Samson is funny too. He is very relaxed, patient, and will make sure you get as much time in the moments you find that you desire.
Professionalism. With them I felt famous with them holding my car doors, helping me barter at gift shops, and leading me where I need to go. They were very hands on every step of the way and helped with whatever I needed. The truck I used was very modern and spacious! 6-7 seats with a lift up roof to stand. They waters, provided every meal, and even had portable 5G WiFi. I learned they’ve been international for year but there professionalism is beyond years! This is my first trip solo and it has easily been my best one. I am thankful to have met Alfred and Samson and wouldn’t choose any other people to do this trip again with. They made me feel welcome, they cared about me, and I left feeling like family. If you’re considering them the answer should be yes. They do it well!
Communication was seamless, consistent, and open. Alfred was ready to support with anything at a moments notice. They truly care about your experience with them. They aren’t just doing a job.
Be sure to have cash on hand to support the local businesses and people here! The locals will apply pressure to buy things and be ready to barter!
Local shops were inexpensive for me using USD. A bottle of soda here is 200 shilling which in USD is about 1.25. In the states the same soda is like $3.
In closing, Alfred and Samson are a great people. They are a great duo and am extremely thankful to share the experiences I did with them. I think of them as good friends and family are connecting with them on this trip. Who knew a short notice and not thought out trip would turn into my favorite guided trip where I had to worry about nothing! I juts had to show up! I was fed good food, lived in nice places and saw wonderful things! All I had to do was give them the money!
Thank you Samson!
Thank you Alfred!!
Best wishes and yes go with them!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic Safari
LT our safari guide was brilliant. We saw almost everything we wanted to see and very knowledgeable about the animals and the park.
We had the safari vehicle to ourselves which was great.
Process of driver collecting us and booking was all smooth and company in regular contact.
For the price point the food and snacks could be improved, they were low quality compared to what you pay for the tour.
Still recommend these guys for a great day safari.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Experience - Unforgettable
Our driver Jerry was an amazing guide. Helping us identify animals and birds without hesitation. His knowledge of the region and culture added to the experience. The vehicle was comfy, plenty of drinks and snacks. The lunches were terrific a d filling! Everything went really well and I had an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend.
TW
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent value with a premium experience
Our guide, Mbwana, is an experienced and steady gentleman. From day one to the very last, he provided us with exceptional service. His knowledge of Tanzanian culture and wild animal behavior was outstanding. We were lucky enough to witness the wildebeest river crossing three times within 24 hours, spotted the cheetahs we had missed in Kenya, and even saw a rhino right next to our vehicle on the final day.
We felt incredibly fortunate to have him guide us through Tanzania. His humor, cheerful enthusiasm, and professional dedication brought our African journey to a perfect, regret-free close. We whole-heartedly recommend this guide, who always puts his guests first.
Here, we would also like to express our gratitude to Loveness for her support. Throughout our email communications, she always answered our questions with great patience and provided impeccable accommodations as well as an incredible guide.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Alazing
We had an absolutely unforgettable safari experience! Tracy did an amazing job organizing everything and was always available, making sure the itinerary was fully customized to our wishes. Everything was perfectly planned, while still feeling personal and flexible.
The safari itself was truly unique, incredible accommodations, breathtaking landscapes, unforgettable wildlife encounters, and so many special memories that we will cherish forever.
A very special mention to Annest, our guide and driver, who was simply the best! He was incredibly knowledgeable, kind, attentive, and accommodating. He went above and beyond to make our experience exceptional, always making sure we were comfortable and had the best possible views and wildlife sightings. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
Thank you, Tracy and Anest, for an incredible journey filled with unforgettable moments. We highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a truly special safari!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The guide Jay is very professional guide with patience. He gave me a wonderful trip in Kenya.
This is a long-awaited journey.
Thanks to our guide Jay for taking us to the beauty of Africa, he is knowledgeable, very patient and respectful of all people. He is very punctual. The car is always clean before leaving every day. It's unbelievable that he knows almost all animals. I don't even have to look up the information in the book.
We saw unforgettable scenery here. Jay took us to see a lot of animals. It's hard for me to express my gratitude to him in words. I hope everyone can choose Jay as your guide, and you will never regret it.
