Paul was totally amazing, so helpful with everything, I recommend using this company for everything
Paul and his team were amazing , couldn’t do enough for you . We did 4 days of safaris, trek Kilimanjaro and visited many sights around Arusha . Will go back soon and definitely book with Life Journeys. Thank you Paul and crew , regards lyn
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience on Safari and summiting Mt Kilimanjaro made even better by Paul and his team
Paul is a fantastic operator, with an amazingly friendly and helpful team helping make dreams come true. Benjamin on Safari was incredible at getting us unbelievable views of everything we wanted to see and very knowledgeable on plants and animals. The team on Kilimanjaro quickly became our family, catering to our dietary needs easily and cooking amazing food. Every staff always had a smile and spread joy and made us feel very comfortable even at over 4500m. Special mention to Joshua, Sadam, Daniel, Benji, Phillip and Victor, unfortunately unable to remember the other names but will never forget their hard work and big smiles. Much love to the whole team at Life Journey Experiance and would recommend to everyone.
IE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Kojuu Safaris
I chose Kojuu from 19 tour operators that I had contacted. What drew me to this tour operator is their transparency in what they offer in their quotes, particularly the unlimited mileage. This is something tour operators won't normally disclose. They are also TATO member.
But most notable is Edson / Edison, the tour consultant assigned to us. He really went above and beyond in curating a very customized itinerary for me. Always available for questions and communications. He wrote the quote perfectly well according to specifics I told him, unlike the tour consultants from other tour operators. He was hands on before, during and after our trip.
Our guide was topnotch. He was with us for 7 days, the first day being transfer from JRO to Karatu and the last day being transfer from Serengeti to Arusha. We had 1 full day in Ngorongoro, 3 full days in Serengeti and 1 day transfer from Karatu to Serengeti.
I can really tell he is an outstanding driver. For 2 out of our 3 full days in Serengeti, we went to Western Serengeti (reaching Kirawira airstrip) in search of Great Migration and Grumeti River crossing and South Eastern plains of Serengeti in search of cheetahs, returning daily to our base accommodation in Togoro plains which is really far from these areas.
There are just some things that I wish that could have happened for us:
1. We really wanted sunrise game drives in Serengeti (i.e. leave the accommodation at 6am, bringing breakfast boxes), but it was never granted. One time, I have to negotiate to make the starting time 7am as the guide proposed 8am. It felt like we were not asked what time we start the day, but just more of we should just follow. I needed to be assertive to get what we want.
2. It sometimes felt like our requests as to where we want to go were not heeded well. E.g. I asked that we go to central plains for 1 of the full game drives but we were diverted to hippo pools in Seronera valley. Again, I needed to assert so that we go directly to the plains instead of making some detours as time is limited and the plains are far away.
3. Because of number 1 above, we never had game drives that lasted 12 hours. We are not demanding that all 3 full day drives went 12 hours, but we're hoping at least 1 of them would have been like this.
4. The WiFi is not consistent. I can tell the data plan for us is not for the full 7 days as our e-Sim worked but the WiFi did not, in areas that we expect it would, e.g. Seronera hub. Note: WiFi is part of the inclusion.
5. There were some inclusions that were not included. E.g. coffee, tea and wine. These inclusions were part of deciding factor in booking Kojuu over others. These not being included kinda felt cutting corners which I feel it should not have as Kojuu's pricing is above the mean/average quotes from 19 tour operators.
Having all things considered, I am still glad I booked Kojuu. Edson's dedication, the guide's competence and the promise of unlimited mileage were still worth it.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Extremely efficient, responsive and professional.
Visited Nyungwe and Volcanoes National Parks in Rwanda with three grandchildren. An exhilarating and wonderful wildlife experience. M.Taufique was our guide who contributed substantially to the fun and excitement of the trip. The quality of the lodges was “top drawer”. The quality of the safari company could not be improved upon. Memorable.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely brilliant
We had an excellent safari from start to finish. The communication beforehand was really good and kept us at ease to know that all was organised and planned.
The pick up from the hotel and drop off at another location was no problem. It was our anniversary and we were presented with a beautiful bunch of roses.
The accommodation we stayed at we outstanding and the food was above any expectations we had.
The safari days were never a disappointment. We saw every animal possible. Our guide Kelvin was a true gentleman and somehow always managed to get as close to the animals as he possibly could. His knowledge and interaction with us was excellent.
We had a trips of a lifetime and have come away with so many memories that will never leave us. We will definitely recommend your company to others
Thank you so much for making it so special for us
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Service from Start to Finish – Highly Recommended
My partner and I traveled from Kigali to Bwindi Forest for a gorilla trek with Richard from Zamunda Travels, and the experience exceeded every expectation. From our very first communication, Richard was professional, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took care of every detail of the trip — visa guidance, border crossing logistics, park permits, accommodation, transportation, and even making sure we received our gorilla trekking certificates. Having someone so organized meant we could simply enjoy the experience without worrying about logistics.
Richard was punctual, friendly, flexible, and accommodating throughout. He's an excellent driver, which made the journey comfortable and stress-free, and he shared fascinating insights about Rwanda, Uganda, local culture, wildlife, and the surrounding areas along the way. His passion for what he does really shines through. The gorilla trek itself was unforgettable, and Richard played a huge role in making the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. More than just a guide, he was wonderful company throughout the journey. Whenever friends or family visit me in Rwanda, Richard will be the first person I recommend. If you're considering a gorilla trekking adventure or any tour in the region, I cannot recommend Zamunda Travels and Richard highly enough — exceptional service, outstanding value, and a truly memorable experience.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Michael was fun, knowledgeable and showed us ALL the animals!
We learned about Kenya and some of its history, and Michael was also able to share great information about the animals as he drove us around the park. We laughed a lot (especially at the opportunistic baboons who pulled off a heist), and got up close to so many animals. The zebras were my personal favorite!
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip and unforgettable wildlife encounters
We had an incredible safari experience from start to finish. The itinerary was well organized, the lodges met our expectations, and everything ran smoothly throughout the trip.
A special mention goes to our driver, Libe, and our guide, Daniel. Both clearly have many years of experience and know the parks so well that it sometimes felt like they had a GPS built into their heads! Thanks to their remarkable spotting skills, we were able to see an amazing variety of wildlife, including animals that are often difficult to find. May God preserve that eyesight for many years to come!
Daniel speaks very good Spanish. He was able to explain the animals, landscapes, and local environment clearly and answer all of our questions throughout the trip.
Even in the busier parks, they knew how to avoid the biggest crowds whenever possible, making the experience more enjoyable. They were always friendly, attentive, and genuinely concerned about our well-being, adapting to our needs along the way.
We would happily recommend this safari and especially our guides, who played a huge part in making this trip so memorable.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A dream safari
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A dream safari! Exceptional staff, they literally spoiled us!We had a wonderful 4-day family safari in June with Wakanda, and it was a flawless experience from start to finish.Even before our departure, the customer support from Italy with our coordinator Giulia was extraordinary: welcoming, super helpful, and incredibly responsive. She answered my every question—even the most random ones—literally in less than a second!The punctuality at hotel pickup was fantastic. That’s where we met Justin, our guide for the entire trip, who immediately welcomed us with some very thoughtful welcome gifts. The jeep was equipped with every comfort, including water and various drinks always available. Justin is an incredibly knowledgeable guide, both about fauna and flora: he answered all our questions, even the most specific ones, with great professionalism.A special shout-out goes to the head chef, Moses. A young man with extraordinary culinary skills: from breakfast to dinner, he delighted us with true gourmet dishes.They truly spoiled and pampered us at every moment. A heartfelt thank you to the entire amazing staff at Wakanda for making this family trip unforgettable! We highly recommend them to everyone with our eyes closed. Warm regards from Luca, Valentina, Alessie, and Anita.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful safari
An amazing safari, organized down to the smallest detail. We saw so many animals and stayed in beautiful places. Our guide, Steve, was wonderful and incredibly kind—he explained everything so well and showed us so many things. He was truly fantastic.
