JP
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable, experienced, flexible, caring, fun — the safari felt like traveling with friends
We had an amazing 6-day safari and honeymoon experience with Rafiki Tembo Tours and Safaris, from airport pickup until they sent us back to the airport at the end of the trip.
Communication before the trip was excellent. They replied very quickly, even though we requested many changes and adjustments multiple times. They were always patient, flexible with the schedule we wanted, and helped customize the trip exactly the way we hoped.
Since we traveled during the low season, we honestly did not expect to see many animals. However, we managed to see almost everything except a leopard, which we understand is very difficult to spot. We were really impressed by how experienced our guide was and by the strong connections between the guides, which helped us spot so many animals throughout the trip.
Before starting the safari, we requested to visit an African batik shop. At first, we could not find the pattern we wanted, but thanks to their local connections, we were finally able to order a custom-made African batik outfit, which became a very special memory for us.
In Tarangire, although we did not see big cats, we had an unforgettable experience seeing a group of elephants with babies from very close distance, thanks to our guide. Then during our two days in Serengeti, we saw big cats with their cubs and many other animals we hoped to see — sometimes even while eating lunch.
Some of the best moments of our trip were when a cheetah jumped onto our vehicle, seeing the famous three cheetah brothers eating a wildebeest, and spotting a rhino from very close distance. These were truly unforgettable experiences for us and would not have been possible without such an experienced guide and the guide network they work with.
What we especially appreciated was how well the safari was balanced between game drives and relaxing honeymoon time at the lodges. In Ngorongoro, the pace was more relaxed and enjoyable, which we really liked.
Our guide was one of the best parts of the trip. He was knowledgeable, experienced, fun, and felt more like traveling with a friend than with a tour guide. He knew when to relax and when to rush for animal sightings. He even taught me how to take better videos of the animals during the safari. At the same time, he always considered safety first, which made us feel comfortable throughout the trip.
His driving skills were also incredible — we even had to drive through flooding roads during heavy rain, and we could hardly believe we made it through safely. We could clearly feel that he truly cares about wildlife and genuinely loves animals.
Finally, we also found the price very reasonable. We compared the exact same itinerary with several other tour companies, and all of them were more expensive.
We are very happy we chose Rafiki Tembo Tours and Safaris for our honeymoon safari and would highly recommend them to anyone visiting Tanzania.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent animal viewing from land and river
Savannah Adventures provided an excellent experience of animal viewing from their safari vehicles through the wildlife park, and from the Chobe River.
..On time pickup.
..Knowledgeable and professional guides.
..Easy border crossing.
..Good value for money.
..Delicious lunch.
We appreciated the small size group which made hotel pickups and border crossings quick and easy.
Well done Savannah Adventures team.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience
Great tour. Definitely worth a visit to both sides of Victoria falls. I was lucky to have both Brown on the Zimbabwe side and Lucky on the Zambia side. Seamless entry via the immigration with both guides helping out. (Don’t forget to get the Kaza visa if you are looking to do this and a safari in Chobe)
Great detail given about the falls from both guides throughout.
We saw some people walking the bridge and the long walk to the other side. Lots of vehicles and big trucks on that dirt track, so having a vehicle pick us up on both sides (with air con and water) was just perfect.
Brown took us to the ‘Big Tree’ on the way back to our hotel, a 1200 year old Baobab tree. We even saw elephants, monkeys and other wildlife on the way/ way back to our hotel.
Me and my wife both felt very much at ease with both guides who helped takes photos of us constantly on both tours and gave us how long we wanted at every view point.
Ponchos were provided as well, which were very much needed when we went, as it was the season of high water, so a lot of spray.
These guys were great and I highly recommend them.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great driver and guide with a lot of knowledge, humour and passion for nature. Well organized!
Unforgettable experience; the many animals, beautiful nature, Masai village, driving around and enjoying the lodges. We were very well cared for and enjoyed every minute!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Moses was amazing and made the experience excellent!
It was amazing to be able to see all the animals I did, Moses went out of his way to make sure we were able to see as much as possible!
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Experience in Kenya
We had an unforgettable safari experience in Kenya! The drivers were extremely professional, friendly, and always happy to answer any questions about the animals, nature, and local culture. Their communication and knowledge made the trip even more enjoyable.
The vehicles were always clean, comfortable, and in excellent technical condition. We were lucky enough to see the Big Five and many other amazing animals during the safari. Highly recommend this organizer for a smooth and well-organized adventure!
SG
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Accommodating, Responsive, Trustworthy and Experienced
We are a family of 5. Our journey started with the selection of an operator. Explorers Wild Adventures was recommended to us by a friend. Our interaction with them via What's app was easy as they are responsive to our questions. You will still need to do some research on the National Parks and Hotels you want to visit and stay respectively. However, Johann was able to answer our questions and guide us to the selection of hotels. The booking process was simple and by staying in contact they gave us the assurance that deposit is safe with them. Therefore, they are indeed Trustworthy.
Our adventure started before we left for the trip. Due to the war in Middle East, we were concerned about the status of our flight. However, Johann assured us that we are able to postpone our trip if needed. That's the kind of Accommodating operator they are in these uncertain times. In the end, we managed to flight into Kenya. We are constantly in contact via What's up and hence the meet up at the airport was seamless.
Our guide George was very experienced. The drive to the national parks was in itself a wonderful experience seeing the country by road. In the national park, George was able to use his experience and contacts with the rangers or follow guides to locate the Africa big five. It was the start of rainy season. We were very lucky to see all the big five and more. He was also very capable in maneuvering the rough road condition and keeping safety in mind.
Overall, it was a once in a lifetime experience to experience Kenya savanna grassland and its wild life.
Nice and friendly
The driver: Theodore is a nice guy who escorts us to the hotel.
CO
Ruzandi was amazing
Very comfortable, and the tour guide was gentle and kind.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Reliable and professionel touroperator
We had a fantastic motorcycle adventure with Lion Motorcycle Adventure. The routes were unique, original and truly off the beaten track. This is without doubt one of the best ways to really discover Tanzania and experience the country beyond the usual tourist routes. During the journey we had a lot of contact with local people, visited colorful local markets and even saw wild animals along the way while riding. Every day felt different and authentic. The 4x4 safari organized by Lion Motorcycle Adventure was also incredible. We saw an amazing amount of wildlife and it was a very impressive experience that we will never forget. Goodluck, the owner, is a very experienced and professional guide. He is reliable, knowledgeable and has a genuinely good heart. You can see that he treats both people and animals with great respect. The rental motorcycles and safari jeep were all in perfect condition and the entire team was outstanding from start to finish. I can highly recommend Lion Motorcycle Adventure to anyone looking for a real adventure in Tanzania, Kenya and he is offering also Rwanda and Uganda.
