IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
True to commitment
The tour is well organized,good value for money and delivers what it promises
CZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Rwanda tour
We travelled to Rwanda this August and booked a 9-day safari around the country with Gorilla explorers. It turned out to be an excellent choice! All communication prior to our vacation was swift and all our needs were met and the itinerary adjusted accordingly. Also the payment was smooth although the whole sum was due prior to even commencing the trip. Upon arriving at the Kigali airport our tour guide nad driver Boaz was waiting for us and took us to our first accommodation - Hotel des Milles Collines, it was a very nice place with history and the rest there including the superb breakfast was a very nice beginning of our journey. In the morning Boaz greeted us again, confirmed all the planned itinerary and went to see the Kigali Genocide Memorial which was a very deep and moving experience - it tells the story of the terrible history and events that Rwanda managed to revive itself from. Then we set off towards Akagera. The drives tend to be sometimes longer and tiresome but that's just how Rwanda is, Boaz was a very reliable driver and he was there for us the whole time. Akagera Rhino Lodge is a beautiful place, it really has an African feel to it and the food was excellent, we enjoyed our two night stay there very much. The Akagera national park was amazing. Boaz was a patient and knowledgeable driver and in the end we saw 4 of the African Great five and also other animals even though it seemed for some time that we won't be that lucky. Akagera is definitely worth a stop! There was a bit of an issue with the car so our departure from Akagera towards the Volcanoes national park was delayed somewhat but Boaz again handled it all fine! The Mountain gorilla view lodge is definitely worth staying at, beautifully nested below the mountain ridge with nice views and our chalet with a great fireplace and heated water bottles in our beds every night (which we were grateful for as it tends to be a bit cool in the evenings there). The food again was delicious and all the staff were exceptionally nice, welcoming and helpful. It was really a very home like place to be at. The gorilla trekking is well organized and it is a lifetime experience, all the more for a primate lover like me! We were lucky to be very close to our gorilla family and it is indescribable! We also really enjoyed the golden monkey experience - we found them in the potato fields and they were a lot of fun to watch and we could spend time right next to them. The visit to Gorilla Guardians village was a nice cultural stop and we did buy some souvenirs there and the great banana beer to support the local community but I would say the people there tend to be a bit too relentless when it comes to getting money out of you :-) Also the visit to Dian Fossey museum was an interesting learning experience though I would say the donation to the center could be included in the whole tour price /as the price was not so low. Then we had one night in the Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge and this would be the only change I'd recommend making on the whole itinerary - would definitely skip this hotel (nothing special really) and spend instead 2 nights in the absolutely amazing Umurobyi Lodge overlooking the Lake Kivu. This was a relaxing and beautiful part of out trip - the lake is huge, it is safe for swimming, the water was warm and crystal clear and the lodge is luxurious, beautiful rooms with beautiful views, food was freshly homemade and amazing and the owners are very nice people, we felt like among friends the whole time! Definitely a place I can imagine returning one day to, I very much recommend it. The boat ride on the lake was great too, we got out on an island famous for thousands of bats living there and it was an incredible feeling walking to the top of the island underneath trees filled with these screeching creatures. From there we went on to Nyungwe Top View hotel in Nyungwe national park as we wished to see the chimps as well. The hotel itself is well serviced and the rooms are nice, again offering a fireplace and monkeys are to be seen on the hotel grounds but as for the food this was a bit weaker - not too many choices and some of them not so tasty. The national park is worth it though - we first went on the canopy walk, amazing thing to do, the short walk back is quite a steeper hill climb so be aware of that. And the chimpanzee trekking started very early in the morning which we didn't mind, then we had to walk pretty swiftly through the vegetation to catch up to them - was a bit demanding with the level of humidity but we managed and we are not in top shape now :) And then we were lucky to see the chimps both on the ground and in the trees and just WOW. A very nice way to conclude our trip. On the way back we stopped by at the Ethnographic museum which was very nice and there was also a great souvenir shop. All in all I must say we are very happy to have chosen the Gorilla Explorers for our journey because it all went smoothly, no major problems and tiny problems well and quickly solved and many thanks again to our great guide Boaz, who was indeed very helpful, very kind and also I think he really loves his job and you can see it! Thank you again, we definitely recommend you guys for the Rwanda tour!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The kind of service you wouldn't expect in Africa.
Choosing a safari guide turned out to be a real challenge. Our group of three women wanted to strike the right balance between price and quality. The team at Topma Tours organized everything perfectly for us and exceeded all our expectations—special thanks to our manager, Max, and our guide, Robin. We felt safe throughout the entire trip and truly enjoyed the wildlife. We managed to see the "Big Five" because our guide knew the area so well. Put your trust in this team, and you’re guaranteed a wonderful experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Amazing Safari Experience with Kelvin Ngamia 🐘🦁
We had an amazing safari experience with our tour guide, Kelvin Ngamia. Everything was great from start to finish. Kelvin was friendly, professional, reliable, and very knowledgeable about the wildlife and the different areas we visited.
Communication was excellent throughout the trip, and Kelvin was always helpful and made sure everything was well organised. He was also very patient and attentive, making the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable.
The safari itself was incredible, and Kelvin made it even more special with his knowledge of the animals and his ability to spot wildlife. One thing I especially appreciated was that he always stopped to show me the baby animals whenever he spotted them 😂. He clearly remembered how excited I was to see them and never missed the opportunity to point them out, which made the experience even more memorable.
The service and value for money were excellent, and we felt well looked after throughout the entire tour. I would definitely recommend Kelvin to anyone looking for a reliable and knowledgeable safari guide. We had a fantastic experience.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari experience!
We had an absolutely incredible safari in the Maasai Mara with Axis, and it was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Kenya. A special thank you to our guide Kelvin Ngamia, who was fantastic from start to finish.
Kelvin was friendly, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. He knew the Mara so well and somehow managed to spot animals we couldn’t even see! Thanks to him, we were lucky enough to see lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras and so much more.
Everything was well organised by Axis, and we felt comfortable and looked after throughout the whole experience.
If you’re planning a safari in the Maasai Mara, I would definitely recommend Axis — and if you can get Kelvin as your guide, even better! 🦁🐘🦒🇰🇪
5 stars all the way!
SG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Informative, on time and friendly.
David was an exceptional guide whose deep knowledge of the wildlife and keen eye for tracking made our safari unforgettable. His warmth, professionalism, and enthusiasm brought the savanna to life, ensuring every game drive was both thrilling and seamless.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
We had an amazing 4-day, 3-night safari in Tanzania, and Damian was a big part of what made the experience so special.
He was incredibly professional, reliable and always available, while also being very funny and easy-going. He genuinely did his best every day to help us see as many animals as possible and made sure we enjoyed every moment of the safari.
Damian also taught us a lot about Tanzania, its culture, history, national parks and wildlife. His knowledge and passion really made the experience much more than just a safari.
We had a great and dynamic group, and Damian contributed a lot to the amazing atmosphere throughout the trip.
We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Thank you, Damian, for these unforgettable four days! I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent guide in Tanzania.
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The trip of a lifetime!
This was one of the best trips we have ever been on. Not just because we got to see the wild mountain gorillas of Uganda but also because we got to meet a new friend in our awesome guide Freeman. I can't remember a trip where I have laughed so much and felt so welcomed. Both by Freeman and the kind people at Bwindi National Park and Bweza Gorilla Lodge. We felt really safe and in the most capable hands. I cannot recommend this trip enough, and fingers crossed you get to go with Freeman.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Guide, Hospitality highly rated
The trip was marvelous, from the landing sight Airport to the Hotels and Camps and Lodges. Beautiful moment, superb service, highly recommend this tour company to be your 1st, Choice.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible, complete and affordable private safari
We had a short trip, only 4 days and just 2 people, but it couldn’t have been more complete. We visited Naivasha, Hell’s Gate, Crescent Island, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara, and managed to do everything we wanted and even more.
Before booking, we compared many different companies, and Antonio Safaris offered us the best price and the most flexibility. They tailored the itinerary, activities, accommodation and budget exactly to our needs. In our case, the whole experience cost approximately $1,300–1,500 USD per person, even though there were only two of us and the safari was completely private. Everything was included: accommodation, all meals, transportation, park fees, activities and our guide. We didn’t have to pay for any unexpected extras during the trip, apart from the tips we voluntarily chose to give, which came to around $50 USD per person in total.
We especially want to mention Edna, who organized everything for us. She always replied incredibly quickly, was absolutely lovely and adjusted the trip as many times as necessary until it was exactly what we wanted. Everything went perfectly.
Our guide, Michaell, was with us throughout the four days. The agency offered us the option of having a Spanish-speaking guide, which we really appreciated. He drove for many hours, explained everything in detail and made a huge effort to find all the animals for us.
We saw zebras, thousands of wildebeest, many different types of antelope, buffalo, warthogs (the famous “Pumba”), giraffes, elephants, rhinos, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles and countless birds, including ostriches, pelicans and flamingos. The most incredible thing was that we saw all of them several times and from less than 10 metres away, some even much closer. We had been on safaris in other countries before, but we had never seen so many animals or been able to see them from so close. The vehicle was also safe, comfortable and offered excellent visibility.
10/10 for the organization, service, guide, experience and value for money. We couldn’t be happier and would 100% recommend Antonio Safaris.