50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Lake Mburo National Park by Gareth Hughes
Great place but didnt spend enough time here and didn't even see the lake! Had a night drive but seeing that I was wandering around the hotel with my binoculars, it would have been nice for someone to tell me about the nightjars that roost there but I did not find out until we were leaving for the airport!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Kibale National Park by Gareth Hughes
saw hardly any birds on our chimp trek
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Bwindi Impenetrable National Park by Gareth Hughes
saw hardly any birds on the gorilla trek
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary by Gareth Hughes
didnt see many birds out of a huge list there
SA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great
New experience, great wildlife, many things to do, the people was kind , i tried hot air balloon, safari by visit Masai Mara with masai village, clamping,
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic Wildlife Tour by Lulu Safari's but we wish we had more time!
Ours was a private tour that we modified to 11 days without issue and got a great price from Lulu Safaris.
Picked up perfectly from the airport at the correct time, even though the flight was delayed, then a brilliantly arranged method of getting us to Mabamba Swamp for our Shoebill tour - we went by canoe whilst our bags and guide waited for the ferry. That saved us a lot of wasted time.
We saw lots of animals on the tour, but the drives were a lot longer than described meaning we didn't arrive to hotels until very late in the day, then leaving at dawn the following morning! With a different hotel almost every night, we should have had an extra five days to pace it more slowly.
I was hoping for many many birds but struggled due to not spending enough time in one place to search so I missed on some targets but the Chimps and Gorillas, Lions, Elephants, Rhinos etc made up for it.
I would recommend a data Esim at the very least, just in case. Our guide did arrange for a portable router so we had wifi in the jeep which was a great boost.
I would also recommend a LOT of small notes - USD or UGX - as there are a LOT of local guides, rangers, porters, hotel staff etc to tip as well as your main guide.
BE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A journey that truly surprised me
Kenya completely exceeded my expectations. From the moment we arrived, the country revealed itself as a place of extraordinary beauty, calm, and authenticity. It was a truly unique and unforgettable experience. Our visit to the Masai Mara National Reserve was absolutely breathtaking. Seeing the Big Five within just four hours felt almost unreal. The park was wonderfully peaceful at the end of November, with very few jeeps around, allowing us to experience nature in its purest form. The sheer number of animals and the vast, open landscapes created moments of silence and awe that will stay with me forever.
We were especially glad with our guide, Kennedy from Update Travels. His knowledge, professionalism, and calm presence made the safari even more enjoyable.
The visit to a Maasai village, however, was more mixed. While we genuinely believe the Maasai people are sincere and proud of their culture, the experience itself felt somewhat like a tourist trap. Some individuals asked prices that felt excessive, which took away a bit of the authenticity and created an uncomfortable feeling of unfairness. (seeing smartphones and iPhones alongside traditional attire made the experience feel less genuine than expected.)
That said, this does not diminish the overall magic of Kenya. It is a country of powerful contrasts, deep beauty, and unforgettable moments. The landscapes, wildlife, and tranquility of the safari alone make Kenya a destination that leaves a lasting impression and invites you to return.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent experiemnce!
Beki picked me up right on time, safely drove me to an historical area of Addis, showed me around along with another part of the city while also explaining much about the history and culture, taking me to a great museum and more. I highly recommend Beki Kibret as a great guide and he speaks good English as well. very polite and profession as well as fair and reasonable in cost. Anyone who choses to use Beki as their guide is assured to have a great experience!
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
excellent tour operator
Oscar and his team from Zambezi Expedition took exceptional care of us throughout our 8-day journey across Botswana. We made several last-minute requests, including additional safari game drives in Chobe National Park and changing one day from the Okavango Delta to the Moremi Game Reserve. Even though we asked for these changes only one day in advance, everything was handled flawlessly and helped make our dream safari a reality.
All safari guides and drivers were extremely kind, professional, and knowledgeable, and they did a fantastic job throughout the entire trip.
