35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Magical Trip to Kenya with Tapestry
My parents (early 60s) and I (mid 30s) recently returned from an 8-day safari in Kenya scheduled and hosted by Tapestry of Africa. While there, we visited Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and the Maasai Mara. We are all from Indiana, and my parents had never been to Africa, which made the prospect of a safari, while exciting, feel potentially very overwhelming. As I was planning for the safari, around 7 months in advance, I came across Tapestry of Africa and was initially drawn in by the “familial” feel of the operation, with a website and offering that avoided making me feel like a “number” as some larger operators did. While trying to encourage my parents to join me on the trip, they had a number of practical questions which prevented them from feeling comfortable in being fully engaged. However, after finding a potential safari option from Tapestry that I thought would work well for us, I reached out to Dr. Matt, one of the co-founders, and within a couple of days, he joined a Zoom call with all three of us, spending an hour answering questions from the philosophical to the mundane, offering suggestions which would help enhance our safari, and assuaging many of the anxieties we had. After getting my parents’ agreement to join, as I worked with Dr. Matt to customize the plan and dates, he was incredibly responsive, and we went through 4-5 drafts of the itinerary (all prompted by mild edits I made) before settling on our final plan. Dr. Matt was upfront and honest about where he thought we could save money, the reasons behind certain choices, and thoughtful about how to make the most of our safari experience.
In the ~5 months between making our deposit and leaving for safari, we were well taken care of, with Tapestry’s new visa processing taking away one point of concern. The whole team was responsive to highlighting things we should be taking care of (vaccinations, shopping items, etc.), answering incremental questions as we thought about packing, and assisting with special requests (helping us to source distilled water, planning a stop for us to attend Mass, etc.). This led us to feeling quite comfortable that everything had been accounted for and taken care of by the time we departed the US. After a long flight, it was immensely comforting to be met directly outside the airport by Albert, the other Tapestry co-founder, who made us feel at home in Kenya by the time we made it to the car to pick us up. Despite some real fatigue, we had a nice day in Nairobi as Hilda/Albert had helped to curate fun, “low effort” activities which exposed us to Kenyan culture in a comfortable way.
Our safari started early the next day, as Albert was up early to meet us and introduce us to our guide for the safari part of our trip, Vincent. We would meet two additional Tapestry safari groups in our travels, both of whom seemed to have highly personable and knowledgeable guides, as it is obvious Tapestry prioritizes finding truly superior guides. Having said that, I would be remiss if I did not say that Vincent was the optimal guide we could have possibly wanted for our safari experience. His first comments to us before leaving Nairobi is that “we would be a family” for our journey. And sure enough, by the end of the safari, Vincent felt like an adopted son to my parents and an adopted brother to me. His knowledge of each and every park we went to was unparalleled. He had an innate ability to take us to parts on and off the beaten path, beautiful vantage points, and everything in between while always keeping our day impeccably on time. His knowledge of animals (let alone his ability to spot them) was vast, and he was proactive in sharing information while also having the patience to answer our innumerable questions. He was constantly in contact with other guides who obviously had respect for him, and we benefited from numerous sightings that we were tipped off to. Vincent was regularly engaging, funny, and sparked adventure in us through his off-path excursions and patience in pursuing sightings. We feel incredibly blessed to have had Vincent introduced into our life, and I know Tapestry’s personal touch through the whole process is part of what brought Vincent as a guide.
Without going in-depth on each and every camp/activity, suffice it to say we stayed at some truly memorable properties curated by Tapestry that made our safari experience feel comfortable and, in places, luxurious. The safari itinerary which we booked provided a good spread of natural landscapes and animal sightings. The driving between the camps was thoughtfully broken up with well-placed stops and/or sights. Our suggested add-ons (a stop at a Masai village, a stop to visit with local children, Mass at a local cathedral, hot air balloon ride, etc.) were all additive and helped diversify our time nicely. The game drives themselves were obviously spectacular as we all agreed each drive had at least one “unique” highlight that kept us utterly engaged.
Overall, I could not recommend Tapestry enough if you want a personalized experience where you feel like part of a broader family instead of just being another group on an assembly line. The openness and warmth of everyone we encountered made a completely new and, at times, challenging experience feel manageable and fun. I can only hope Tapestry continues to be able to retain this localized feel as time passes.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very nice n kind
John our guide was a very nice person and a guide. The company is very professional.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The driver was great! A wonderful experience! 👍 We also saw the Milky Way Crossing and Lion Hunting!
We saw migration and big five in three days Solomon is a very good guide I recommend
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good safaris and people
We went on a safari with Jafari as our guide. He did a really good job on trying to find the animals we told him we wished to see. Unfortunately no lions!
It is a very long day and the food for breakfast and lunch won’t keep you going all day so pack extra food, especially for the trip back to Zanzibar.
All in all a good experience, we were picked up at the exact time they said on Zanzibar (4am) and back late (around 9pm) so prepare for a long day.
Timing was impeccable
Our guide, Martin, was amazing!! He would tell us anything we wanted to know, and stop for even the tiniest birds if we wanted to take pictures. He had amazing timing and was very educational!! 10/10 experience would definitely recommend!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Provided good customer services
Enjoyed the round trip bus services. Thankful for their services, their friendliness reliability in the driving.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Teddy was always available and prompt in answering and sorting our queries.
It was our first time to Africa and safari. Having a good, knowledgeable guide made the safari/game drive more exiting and memorable for the family.
Teddy and his team looked after my family well and have is an incredible experience. Would recommend using Teddy's safari services.
CY
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Honeymoon Safari with Kojuu Africa!
My husband, Prodromos, and I chose Kojuu Africa for our honeymoon safari in Tanzania, and looking back, we are so happy with our choice. From the very first conversation until the end of our trip, everything was thoughtfully planned and organised, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
From the beginning, Losim was the person who helped us turn our ideas into the perfect itinerary. He organised everything for us — the day-by-day safari programme, accommodations, internal flights, transportation and all the little details in between. Communication was always easy, professional and reassuring. What impressed us even more was that his involvement did not stop once the itinerary was organised. Throughout our journey, he would even call his colleagues to check on us and make sure that everything was going according to plan! At some point we were joking that he felt almost like our father in Tanzania, making sure his "children" were where they were supposed to be and that everything was going smoothly! 😂 That level of care, responsibility and professionalism really made us feel safe and looked after throughout our honeymoon.
We were also very happy to finally meet Losim in person when we arrived in Tanzania. He sat with us and carefully explained everything we needed to know about the days ahead and made sure we felt comfortable and prepared. Kojuu also surprised us with safari hats and T-shirts, and I received a beautiful bouquet of flowers together with a lovely honeymoon note from the company. It was such a thoughtful gesture and a wonderful way to begin our adventure. These personal touches made us feel that we were not simply another booking.
And then came our seven incredible safari days with our amazing guide, Erick!
Erick was not just our safari guide — he became our company and companion throughout the adventure. Spending seven days together meant sharing so many incredible moments, conversations, laughs and, of course, unforgettable wildlife sightings.
And somehow, I even managed to fall asleep during some of our safari drives — right in the middle of the famous “African massage”! 😂 Anyone who has experienced those bumpy safari roads will understand why this became a running joke! I think that says a lot about how comfortable and safe we felt with Erick. Between searching for lions, leopards and everything else the African wilderness had waiting for us, there I was occasionally sleeping peacefully while being bounced around in the safari jeep! 😂
His knowledge of the animals, the parks and the environment was impressive, and he was constantly looking for opportunities to make our safari special. We were incredibly lucky to see the Big Five, but our sightings went far beyond that. We even encountered rarer animals, including a serval and an African armadillo/pangolin-type sighting, among so many other beautiful animals.
One thing we particularly appreciated about Erick was that he didn't simply follow the crowds. Whenever possible, especially in the Serengeti, he would search for quieter areas away from the large groups of safari vehicles. There were moments when there were almost no other jeeps around us, giving us the opportunity to quietly observe and photograph the wildlife and truly feel immersed in the African wilderness. As someone who loves photography, these moments were particularly special to me.
Every day was different. Every drive brought another surprise. Sometimes it wasn't even about finding a particular animal — it was simply driving through those endless landscapes, watching the sunrise, observing wildlife in its natural environment and realising how privileged we were to experience it.
Our accommodation throughout the trip was also excellent. We stayed at Kibo Palace Hotel Arusha, Conserve Safari Camp – Tarangire, Manyara's Secret, Dove Serengeti Camp and Marera Valley Lodge, and each place contributed something different to our experience. We especially loved experiencing the hospitality, atmosphere and Swahili food along the way.
I have several dietary restrictions, which can sometimes make travelling a little stressful, but I was extremely happy with how seriously and respectfully my requirements were handled. At every lodge, tented camp and hotel, the staff made an effort to prepare food that I could safely eat while still allowing me to enjoy the local cuisine. I never felt uncomfortable or like my dietary requirements were an inconvenience, and I truly appreciated that.
We also want to give special recognition to the wonderful people who handled our transfers throughout the journey. Jackson, who drove us to Arusha, Jafar, our driver in Zanzibar, and Abraham, together with another lovely driver whose name unfortunately escapes us, were all fantastic. Their personalities and friendliness added another layer to our experience. Everyone made us feel welcome, but we especially have to mention Jafar — from the moment we met him, he made us feel incredibly comfortable and welcomed in Zanzibar. He was warm, friendly, easy to talk to and simply a pleasure to be around. These transfers could have been just transportation from one place to another, but because of the people Kojuu works with, they became another enjoyable part of our journey. Every person we encountered through the company treated us with kindness and genuine hospitality.
After our safari adventure, our honeymoon continued in Zanzibar, where we stayed at TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar. It was the perfect ending to such an adventurous week — beautiful, luxurious and relaxing. After days of safari drives, it was wonderful to slow down, enjoy the ocean, the resort and simply relax together. We loved our stay and enjoyed every moment there.
If there is one thing we would personally change, it would be our visit to the Maasai village. We absolutely respect Maasai culture and were genuinely interested in learning about their traditions and way of life. However, our experience at the particular village we visited felt quite commercialised. During the visit, there were repeated situations involving contributions — first for the community, then the school, followed by being encouraged to purchase items from the market. Although nobody directly forced us to give money or buy anything, the way it was presented created a certain amount of pressure and made the experience feel more tourist-oriented than culturally authentic. This was related specifically to our experience at that particular village and does not change our opinion of Kojuu Africa or the rest of our safari. If we could repeat the trip, this is simply the one activity we would probably skip or replace with something else.
Apart from that, our experience was truly wonderful.
A safari in Tanzania had already been something we were incredibly excited about, but experiencing it as part of our honeymoon made it even more meaningful. Kojuu Africa helped create memories that we will carry with us for the rest of our lives.
A huge thank you to Losim for organising everything, answering our endless questions, meeting us personally, checking behind the scenes that everything was running smoothly and making us feel so welcomed and cared for from beginning to end.
And an equally huge thank you to Erick for seven unforgettable days, for his patience, knowledge, humour, enthusiasm and determination to make every safari drive worthwhile. Thank you for searching for wildlife with us, taking us away from the crowds whenever possible and sharing this incredible adventure with us. You were not simply our guide — you became part of our honeymoon story.
And finally, thank you to Jackson, Jafar, Abraham and every other person working behind the scenes who played a part in making the journey run so smoothly. A great safari company is not only about the itinerary or the places you visit — it is also about the people you meet along the way, and Kojuu surrounded us with genuinely lovely people.
From the landscapes of Tarangire and Manyara to the endless plains of the Serengeti, the wildlife, the people we met, the beautiful lodges, the food, the laughs and finally the relaxation of Zanzibar — this honeymoon was an experience we will never forget.
Thank you, Kojuu Africa, Losim, Erick and the entire team, for helping us experience the beauty of Tanzania in such a special way. Hope to see you again!
Asante sana! 🇹🇿❤️
With love and appreciation,
Evelyn & Prodromos
Honeymoon Safari — July 2026
IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Axis Safari team is an excellent Safari organizers
6-Day Kenya Safari with Axis Africa and Guide Kelvin Mimi
I recently returned from a 6-day safari in Kenya with Axis Africa Safaris, visiting Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Amboseli. It was an amazing experience from start to finish, and came home with memories that will stay with us for years.
A big part of what made the trip so special was our guide, Kelvin Mimi. He was welcoming, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. You could tell he genuinely enjoys what he does. During our game drives, he had an amazing ability to spot wildlife that we would have completely missed on our own. Thanks to his sharp eye and experience, we were fortunate enough to see the Big Five along with countless other animals and birds.