NO
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wild Spirit Travel is a professional, well-organized tour operator that delivers excellent service.
We had a very enjoyable experience with Wild Spirit Travel in the Okavango Delta. Communication before and during the trip was excellent, and everything was well organized. The team was friendly, professional, reliable and always helpful, which made us feel comfortable and well looked after throughout the tour.
The Okavango Delta itself is absolutely beautiful, and experiencing it by mokoro and boat was something very special. We enjoyed the peaceful scenery, the nature and seeing wildlife in its natural environment.
The only disappointment was that we were hoping to see more of the iconic wildlife. Unfortunately, during our tour we did not see any lions or other major predators, and we also did not get to see giraffes. We understand that wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed on a safari, but these were animals we had particularly hoped to experience, so we did leave a little disappointed in that respect.
One important tip for future travelers: definitely bring a good pair of binoculars! They make a huge difference when watching birds and wildlife at a distance. And if you are interested in astronomy, I would highly recommend bringing a small travel telescope if possible. The night skies in the Okavango Delta are absolutely incredible, with very little light pollution. Not having a telescope with me was probably the thing I regretted most on this trip, as it would have made those beautiful nights under the stars even more memorable.
Apart from this, we had a very good experience with Wild Spirit Travel. The service, organization and communication were excellent, and we felt the trip offered good value for money. We would recommend Wild Spirit Travel, particularly for travelers wanting to experience the unique beauty and peaceful atmosphere of the Okavango Delta.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect day on Safari
We had a wonderful experience on the day of the safari. The guides were really great with us. We had a lovely day, and the event organizer was very accommodating. We even booked another excursion and were satisfied.
TH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They were very quick to respond to questions and messages, and promptly adjusted the itinerary as re
Our tour guide, Ken, was excellent. He went above and beyond to make my dream of seeing specific sights come true. Having a guide who knows the area so well is crucial, as they understand wildlife behavior and know exactly where to find the animals at different times. I was thoroughly impressed with the guide from this company.
FR
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A very affordable provider that responds quickly to questions.
We booked a budget safari that included camping.
We discussed the tour and the nature of the overnight accommodations via email and WhatsApp beforehand; all our questions were answered very quickly.
We were initially unsure because there is no official office address in Arusha, but we verified the company's legitimacy using tools like ChatGPT.
The safari itself was simply breathtaking. The guides selected for the trip were outstanding.
The accommodations were excellent, too. The tents were clean and light-proof. Importantly for the Ngorongoro area, they also retain heat better than standard tents.
We did experience some minor issues regarding transparency—though this is sometimes simply "typical" for the region.
We never knew exactly where our campsites would be, as only general regions were specified. Also, our safari started in Tarangire, even though the Serengeti had been the original plan.
The new itinerary made more sense—and I understood the logic behind it—but it would have been better if this change had been communicated to us.
All in all, though, I highly recommend it. We couldn't find a cheaper provider for Tanzania; comparing prices with other members of the group confirmed that we paid significantly less.
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DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
All according to plan
Felt safe on the bus with Tiyani and he is very friendly.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Planning, Reliable Execution, Premium Cost
I booked a safari covering Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara, as well as drivers for a couple of separate day trips. Overall, it was a very good experience, with an excellent itinerary and exceptional wildlife viewing.
Communication before and during the trip was consistently quick, polite and professional. The proposal prepared for the safari was detailed, clearly presented and comprehensive, and made the itinerary, accommodation and inclusions easy to understand.
The itinerary was a particular strength. Samburu was probably the highlight, with close sightings of elephants, zebra, giraffe, gerenuk, oryx, leopard and lions, among many other species. Lake Nakuru was another standout, with rhinos, hyenas, abundant birdlife and a large family of lions. Ol Pejeta was also excellent, and the lodge there was easily my favorite accommodation of the trip. The Masai Mara ultimately produced some exceptional sightings as well, including migration herds, leopard, cheetah and rhino. Remarkably, I counted 39 lions over the course of the safari.
My driver-guide contributed to many of these sightings and was generally helpful. There were a few minor communication and coordination issues along the way, but nothing that significantly detracted from the overall safari. Drinking water was always reliably available in the vehicle, although snacks were not included.
The main weakness for me was the accommodation selected in the Masai Mara, which did not quite match what I expected given the price of the overall package. This was particularly noticeable after the excellent experience at Ol Pejeta. The lodges at Samburu and Nakuru were very good and with the exception of the lodge at the Mara the food at the lodges was very good.
I also arranged drivers for a couple of independent day trips through the company. Everything worked smoothly, although the cost was a little higher than I had anticipated.
Overall, this was a memorable safari with strong communication, a very well-designed itinerary and excellent wildlife viewing. My four-star rating rather than five is primarily about value for money. I enjoyed the trip and was very happy with many aspects of it, but given the overall cost, the standard of some of the accommodation and a number of smaller issues along the way, I did not feel the package as a whole offered quite the value I had expected based on personal experience from other safaris in Africa.
TW
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Guide and Great Safari Experience
I booked my safari through Jungleroam Safaris. Their communication was prompt and responsive, although some parts of the arrangement could be improved.
For example, the pick-up time for going to the office, making the payment, and meeting the rest of the group was not very well coordinated. My pick-up was late, which meant both I and the other group members had to wait. I also joined a balloon safari and had to wait quite a while for my guide to pick me up afterward. More precise coordination would make the overall experience smoother.
That said, our guide David was excellent. He is professional, knowledgeable, proactive, and punctual. He explained not only the animals we saw, but also shared interesting information about local tribes, villages, landscapes, animal behavior, and the ecosystem.
He was also very proactive in communicating with other guides and gathering information, which gave us more chances to see lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Thanks to his experience and effort, we were able to complete the Big Five and learn much more about the animals and their behavior during our safari.
Regarding the accommodation, it would be helpful if guests were reminded in advance to bring personal toiletries such as shampoo, shower gel, toothbrushes, and towels. A small light or headlamp would also be useful, as the tents can be quite dark at night.
Overall, I had a very good safari experience and would recommend Jungleroam Safaris, especially David as a guide, to anyone considering a safari.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great guides
Communication with customer service was rather slow. We had to take the initiative to ask and follow up repeatedly to get answers to many questions. For example, transfers to and from the airport were not proactively updated, which left us feeling worried at times.
Apart from that, everything was great. The safari vehicle was new and very clean. Best of all, we had an excellent guide, Martin! He was the highlight of our whole trip!
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing safari in beautiful Kenya
We had an amazing time on our safari in Kenya. We visited Amboseli, Tsavo West and East and a Maasai village. The tourguides were great and they looked after us. We saw many great animals and beautiful nature.
Raphael from Eta Adventure Safaris did everything to make our safari perfect. He always answered all our many questions.