20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service and incredibly professional
We contacted Roju safari Updates via WhatsApp to request a quote for three days in masai Mara National Reserve. We received a timely answer and Juliet was really helpful with the planning. Basil was our guide, and he did an excellent Job of ensuring that we saw as many Animals as we desired. Everything was fantastic.
He knew where to find the animals and made sure we had fun on our Tour. Roju safari updates is a well organized Crew. My companion and I had a good time on our safari.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience
The four-day safari with camping was great. Our guide Rocky was able to provide reliable information about all the parks, animals and plants and had a particularly good eye for spotting animals. It was often our car that sent the radio messages.
The food and camping experience was also exceptional. An absolute recommendation!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Reliable, pleasant and perfect!
We had one magnificent, legendary tour of Southern and Eastern Tanzania with Aristarick as our Tour Leader and driver; we explored some of the most wondrous and remote places this incredible country has to offer: Mkomazi's National Park, the Usambara Mountains, the Mikumi National Park, Ruaha's, the Udzungwas, the Kitulo Plateau, Katavi's, and many more African natural miracles. We were able to witness some of the most spectacular landscapes we could behold in our lives, and this all thanks to Aristarick's competence, patience, kindness, positivity, helpfulness, reliability, and assertivity: we couldn't had wished for better tour than the one we had together with him! If we ever were to repeat the same journey one hundred times more, we would assuredly do so with Aristarick all the one hundred times: it was all perfect!!!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My advice is that you avoid this company at all costs
Our Lower Zambezi tour was a disaster from start to finish. Mainly because of our guide Mark's incompetence and lack of consideration. Despite booking three months in advance, everything seemed to be organised on the fly, disrupting our experience. Mark was more interested in sleeping in, networking, and handling personal tasks than in giving us a quality safari. He even put our lives at risk by ignoring instructions about how to handle a situation where an elephant charged toward us.
The transportation, tents, and meals were inadequate - tents which are too small for anyone over 5’9 to fit in and dry bread for lunch. The advertised itinerary was ignored, and we missed out on key experiences due to Mark's poor planning and coordination. We had to do all the work of setting up and breaking down camp while Mark sat around and went for a shower.
Based on our experience do not use this company. They do not care about their clients. We have been seeking a compensation for the Lower Zambezi tour and compensation for the stress and disappointment caused by their ineptitude, but they have been ignoring us for months.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip to Kenya and Tanzania
Our experience with Spirit of Kenya was truly amazing. Not only we saw all of the Big Five and had stunning animal encounters but also the accommodations, guides and the whole organization was fantastic. Everything worked so well, from being picked up at the airport until the last day when we had still some time in Nairobi and were able to go to some museums. Everyone was extremely friendly and welcoming and our guides (George, Enoc and Samuel) had a huge knowledge. It is hard to say what we liked best. It was not only the wildlife but also the driving from one national parc to the other as we were able to see how people live in the villages and towns. Also our camps were fantastic - listening to hyenas, lions and other animals from our beds was memorable - and as there were only few other guests (thanks to coming before the high season) we got to talk to the staff and learned a lot about Kenya and Tanzania and the way they live.
A big thank you also especially to Vanessa, out tour organizer, not only for organizing the trip so well but also her respond time always was very impressive!
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
African Traces: The Best and Most Personal Choice for Kilimanjaro
I’m sure every company is good, but why is African Traces better? It stands out because of its fully all-inclusive approach, personalized service, exceptional flexibility, and—it has the best price you’ll find!
After comparing more than 12 tour operators, African Traces wasn’t just the most affordable; it also delivered an outstanding experience that went far beyond my expectations.
Why African Traces is the better choice:
1. Spacious tents: African Traces provides larger and more comfortable tents compared to other companies. This makes a huge difference after a long day of trekking, ensuring you get the rest you need to enjoy the next day.
2. Truly all-inclusive: Everything is included. No surprise extra costs for private toilets, transfers, hotel stays, or other services. The price you pay covers everything, ensuring peace of mind throughout your journey.
3. Personal attention: Marko, the owner, goes above and beyond. He frequently checks in via phone, WhatsApp, and email to ensure everything is going well. Even before and after the trek, he visited me multiple times at my hotel to see how I was doing and if I needed anything. He even personally picked me up from the airport, making sure I felt welcome from the very first moment. His care and attention are unmatched.
4. Flexibility: My trek on the Umbwe Route was planned for 7 days, but we completed it in 6 days because we were ahead of schedule. As a bonus, I was given a free extra night at the hotel and a complimentary taxi ride to explore the local markets in the city on my extra day.
5. A true team experience: I traveled solo but never felt alone. From day one, I was warmly welcomed by the team of porters. We ate together, laughed, played card games, and shared stories in their tent. It truly felt like being part of a family.
6. Marko’s passion and experience: Marko started as a porter, worked his way up to a guide, and eventually became the owner of African Traces. His dedication to his team and clients is evident in everything he does. He runs his business with his heart.
My guide, Kevin, wasn’t just a guide; he became a real friend. We spent hours talking, laughing, and sharing experiences. Thanks to him, I felt like a valued part of the team rather than just another client.
The trek itself wasn’t difficult for me; it was an incredible adventure. The organization, the friendly team, and the personal touches from African Traces made everything seamless. I could focus entirely on enjoying the journey.
On the last day, Marko ensured the experience ended in style. While other companies simply stop at the gate, Marko hosted a celebratory lunch with the entire team, where I received my certificate, a bottle of champagne, and even a personalized medal! It was the perfect way to close this unforgettable experience.
In summary: African Traces offers the most personal, flexible, complete experience, and—without question—the best price for climbing Kilimanjaro. You’re not just a client; you’re treated like a friend. This adventure exceeded all my expectations, and I wholeheartedly recommend African Traces to anyone planning to climb Kilimanjaro!
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience, well organised, safe trip, good food
It was a great and unforgettable experience. All in all everything worked out well. We learned and experienced a lot.
The accommodation was great. The food as well. Also the tour guys were doing a lot of effort and explaining a lot.
Maybe the education part would be great to do a bit more intense. And most of our group did not like the red wine and would have preferred sparkling or wine.
Great tour! Thanks a lot!!
TW
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing tour and well arrangement
I took 6 days safari tour (Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Nakuru). Everything was good and the price was affordable since I was a solo traveler. The response was very fast and properly, which was easier to me to arrange my travel plan. Our guide David was really nice and tried his best to show the national parks to us. I had great time during the tour and saw big 5 at first two days which was quite lucky. Thanks for the arrangement. Recommend Super Eagles if you would like to join safari in Kenya
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Simply top-notch and highly recommended.
We had 4 amazing days with Mountain Warriors. The tour was perfectly organized from day one. Our guides were in a great mood, joined in on all the fun, and catered to our wishes. They were always on the lookout for animals and made sure we had the best spots. Our guides also shared a lot of interesting information about nature and wildlife. Thank you for the wonderful time! I can highly recommend it.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great organized safari at a fair price
Communication with Rosemary was always smooth, the operator is very reliable, the drivers were always on time and we were able to make great pictures and watch animals very close.