20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
No regrets booking with Balu Travel
We had Benson as our guide for three days in the Maasai Mara and had a great experience. It’s a real plus that he is from the Maasai Mara and knows the area and so many people. He knows the animals very well, gives us a lot of information about them, and sometimes we were the first to spot wildlife. He didn’t even have a spotter or telescope with him, but it seemed like he had telescopic eyes!
He is an excellent driver both on and off road, always kind and friendly, and we always felt safe with him.
Even after long hours of driving, Benson always gave his best to make our safari special. Thank you, Benson, for three wonderful days!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Couldn’t fault our trip!
I found this small but excellent company through safari bookings. It was exactly the trip I wanted without having a long drive from Windhoek or Johannesburg. Don’t be concerned that it’s not one of the bigger tour operator names - the company is long established and it being smaller and more local means the itinerary can be flexed and adapted so that it’s perfect for you.
You can pick any date to go - and we ended up having it to ourselves which was amazing.
All the accommodation was great - Elephant Sands an absolute highlight but it was all comfy, clean and good facilities.
The jeep was comfy (needed when on some Botswana roads!) and had regular stops on the long journeys.
Excursions also good - we added on the delta flight which we loved. The Delta night stay was fascinating. We saw loads of animals across the game drives and river cruise.
Food and soft drinks included - and not just ‘you can pick from three options’, you have choice of the whole menu and just pay for any alcohol.
The people of Zimbabwe and Botswana are the kindest we have ever met - always greeting you with a smile.
And then to our guide Norman - what a joy. He had his 25th birthday with us in the Delta so we shared a few beers. We learnt so much from him about Botswana and Zimbabwe - a complete font of knowledge. Great fun too - we had lots and lots of laughs with him and we will definitely stay in touch.
He asked us on the last night how he could improve - we honestly had nothing to say - couldn’t ask for more. We’re already thinking about our next trip to Southern Africa, and Africa Uncovered would be our first choice.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very reliable, caring and safe.
We booked the 6-day Kenyan Premier Safari and it was amazing! Our Guide Harun was liable, overly punctual and cared about our safety outside and inside the national parks. We saw more animals that we coould imagine and even the big 5. Our highlights were the baby lions and the big elephant herds crossing the streets.
The accomandations were all nice and cozy but the second one (Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge) took our breath away!
We would recommend the tour operator, the accomandations and also all three parks (Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli).
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
he has good experience
the driver has rich experience, and it is good travel this time. if available, next time can make little new car.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari Experience!
Our Safari experience was great! We saw a lot of animals!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing arrangement
Everything was great, the driver was picking me and my mom up very on time to the office and everything went so smoothly. We have been with Geeman, our tour guide, for four days, and we had a great time in the jungle by seeing all the beautiful lives thanks by Geeman’s efforts! Camping was fun, and all the stuffs are so nice! Everything is perfect!!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience! Well worth the trip
Took a five day tour from Nairobi. Three days in the Masai Mara and Two days at Lake Nakuru and Naivasha.
Really interesting and fun experience. We saw hundreds of wild animals and it was nice to share the experience in the offroad jeeps with other travellers. The Masai Mara is stunning and our tour guide Jimmy was great, he got us some amazing views of the leopards and cheetahs.
Long days driving but we were always comfortable.
The boat trip to Naivasha was a good way to break up the drive and see the eagles.
And Jossef took us to see the black and white rhinos in Nakuru. Lovely trip we would recommend it and Jungleroam if you are looking for Safari in Kenya.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic
Everything was exceelent. The hotels, the lodges, the transfers and the most important of all: our guide and driver: Nicodamus. A very nice man witk a great deal of experience. It is unbeliveble how he knows the way in the parks. He tells a lot about the wildlife, the environment and living in Tanzania. Thanks to him we had a wunderfull trip!
RU
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
☀️quality, safety, passion for what you do☀️
We tried to organize a safari in Kenya without local assistance, but found it extremely difficult and not particularly safe. Through the "On Adventure Africa" tour put together by Bernard, we found the perfect setup: WhatsApp support, accommodation at a brand-new, perfectly located camp, and a wonderful safari in Amboseli Park. Bernard also helped us arrange payment for our ETA visas and coordinated a private transfer from the coast (instead of the standard Nairobi departure). He even arranged a visit to the Giraffe Centre and an overnight stay in Nairobi before our flight home—and everything was executed flawlessly. Bernard organized our trip calmly and efficiently; we really appreciated his integrity and sense of responsibility—qualities that are always important when traveling abroad. Our safari took place in a specially equipped Land Cruiser with an international group (a Japanese traveler, Poles, and Germans—seven people in total). The full-day safari lasted 10 hours—an action-packed and unique experience! Our guide was Francis, who coordinated with other rangers to expertly navigate to spots where we could get as close as possible to the wildlife. We saw flamingos, hippos, giraffes, a lioness, wildebeest, elephants with calves, a secretary bird, zebras, buffalo, and gazelles, along with various birds whose names I didn't know. The ranger shared his binoculars whenever we couldn't get close enough, ensuring everyone could get a good look. It was, of course, an unforgettable and fun experience.
Thanks to the support and perfect organization provided by Bernard Orero, we saw magnificent animals and felt both happy and safe! Thank you, Bernard!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A great adventure
Our tour leader Bruce was fantastic, very helpful, energetic and full of information.
The accommodation and meals were great, overall a great itinerary.