35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Loved the gorillas and the chimps!
We had a great time! The communication prior to the trip was good. It was a bucket list opportunity to do the gorilla trekking and chimp trekking. We also got to walk with giraffes and zebras in Uganda which was magical. Some things to be improved on- after the first day, we had such busy itineraries with a ton of driving, we got to the hotel at dark almost every night with little time to relax. So the itinerary could be reworked in that regard. And the food at the hotels in Rwanda were ok (they were better in Uganda) but the quality was much different than the previous safari we took in Kenya/Tanzania. However, for a short 6 day trip in Rwanda/uganda we got to see the animals we came to see which was amazing. Kelly was a good guide. We felt for the price it was a good value.
DE
Very nice 3 day trip
End of January I did a 3 day trip from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg. The staff was very nice especially T-Man as a Ranger, Alex as a Driver, Noxi as Host in the Camp and the food from the chef was very delicious. I would for sure do it again! Especially the morning and evening drives are a special experience!
There were several mix-ups regarding tent and iternary. Hopefully this will be fixed soon. That‘s why it was just 4 out of 5 stars.
Regarding animals I saw a broad variety. Unfortunately I did not spot big cats (no Lion, Leopard, Cheetah). But others spotted them during my stay in different game drives so it always comes down to luck :D
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
it is a tour operator attentive to customer needs
We were able to have a rich experience thanks to safari tours. The girls were attentive and available at each stage of our stay. Good value for money. We highly recommend this tour operator. Thanks again to Cynthia and Olly.
KR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Smooth travel itinerary
We stayed at base camp from January 17th to 19th, 2026, and embarked on a Masai Mara safari tour. We flew from Nairobi to Masai Mara, and this was our first time on a light aircraft, and it was a memorable experience. Upon landing at the Masai Mara Kiyombo airstrip, our guide from base camp greeted us warmly and led us to our accommodation. Upon arrival, we checked in with a welcome drink, had lunch, and then went on an afternoon game drive. On our first drive, we watched the sagazas feasting on their prey. We also saw jackals, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, and other herbivores. The close encounter with a lion was awe-inspiring. The next day, we drove in the morning and afternoon, and saw elephants, giraffes, and rhinoceroses. On the third day, after breakfast, we flew back from Masai Mara to Nairobi. The warmth and kindness of the base camp staff, our accommodation, and the delicious food made this a truly delightful experience. I'd like to express my sincere gratitude to the travel agency trav-interactive.co.ke for supporting this entire journey, and especially to John Walala, who planned the itinerary from start to finish. Of all my many trips, this Kenya trip was one of the most special.
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Charles was Good
I don't like answering quality surveys. The tour was good. I'm sorry
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Tough hike, amazing experience!
My husband and I climbed Kilimanjaro for our honeymoon in January 2026 with KiliVikings! We chose the 7-day Rongai route. Overall we had a great experience. We booked a group tour, but it ended up being just the two of us and the crew! From the beginning, Charlie was very responsive (even though we arrived on Christmas Day and finished on New Year’s Eve). Our guides, Goodluck and Stephan, were awesome and helpful! They respected the mountain and checked in with us throughout the day during the hiking portion and while relaxing at camp to make sure our questions were answered! The porters, chef, guides, and the entire staff were incredible! We made it to Gilman’s point, which is not the peak but was close enough!
We went at the end of rainy season so it rained/snowed every day of our hike. The mornings were usually clear and it was amazing to see the mountain as we progressed! Charlie arranged a taxi for us to get to Arusha after the hike and helped with everything we asked!
A couple of things that could have gone better/I wish we had done differently:
-Kilivikings forgot to pack oxygen, which was said to be included in the tour. I got altitude sickness during the summit night and I probably needed it but we didn’t have any.
- I wish we had looked at the route success rates before choosing a route. We picked the Rongai route and it was beautiful!!! the forest was incredible! But i think a longer climb (like lemosho) would have been better for us to acclimate.
-We did not end up taking the acclimatization day and I wish we had. Our climb ended up being 6 days instead of 7 because the guide said we likely didn’t need the extra day. We were feeling mostly good until the summit night so not our guide’s fault!
- KiliVikings recommends a 10% tip, but we got the vibe from our porters and guides that that was not at all fair. We ended up paying about a 25% tip (which was extremely deserved but a little more than we anticipated spending).
- Nothing KiliVikings could have done about this but we found it extremely difficult to eat. (The food was delicious we simply couldn’t eat because of the altitude). We live at sea level and have never been so high up so we truly didn’t understand how the altitude could impact us and the biggest hurdle was our appetite. We slept fine and for the most part we acclimated until we started the climb to the summit.
Again, overall, it was challenging, incredible, and a truly unique experience! Thank you KiliVikings!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We had an amazing safari tour
We saw all the animals of the big 5 and many more! We had an amazing experience and our tour guide, Johny Jackson took good care of us!
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jocky Tours was well prepared.
The safari was well prepared. We were picked up at the agreed time at our hotel on the first day and each following day the pick-up time for the next day was clearly said by the driver (who was also the guide) David Mukami, and he was always there on time to pick us up.
In the parks, David coordinated well with other people in the park to show us the animals. We saw many lions, as well as other animals.
The accomodations (tent camp) at Masai Mara were okay for a budget safari, the hotel at Nakuru was very nice.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
There was clear communication and everything was planned well
The whole experience was great. The communication was clear from the beginning to the end. They indeed are a reliable operator. The accommodation was also well planned in advance.
The driver, David Mukami, who doubled down as a tour guide was great. He was well versed with Masai Mara and explained everything clearly.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive
I’ve interacted with this company and I’m impressed by how professional, responsive, and knowledgeable they are about Kenyan safaris. They clearly understand destinations like the Maasai Mara and are passionate about giving clients a great experience. I would confidently recommend them to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.