IT
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect
Everything was perfect! Thank you so much we really enjoyed it.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Stress-free, well organized, and truly memorable.
Everything was perfectly planned, from the pick-up to the last day of the safari. The team was always available and made the whole trip easy and enjoyable. As Italians, we immediately felt at ease. We would definitely book with them again.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing safari with exceptional service and unforgettable memories.
Everything about this safari was fantastic. The team was responsive and helpful from the moment we booked, and every detail was carefully planned. The accommodations, transportation, and game drives were excellent.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, reliable, and unforgettable from start to finish.
Our safari with Rozsella Africa Safaris exceeded every expectation. The communication before the trip was excellent, everything was well organized, and our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and always made sure we had the best wildlife sightings. We saw the Big Five and learned so much about Kenya’s wildlife and culture. The entire experience was smooth, safe, and truly unforgettable. Highly recommended!
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience!
We had an amazing experience with Good Secrets Safaris and would highly recommend them to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
From the very beginning, Elsy was incredibly helpful and professional. She handled all the arrangements, answered our questions promptly, coordinated the hotels, and made the entire booking process smooth and stress-free. Everything was well organized, and we always felt we were in good hands.
During our 5-day safari to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru, Evans was our guide. He was always friendly, positive, and willing to help with anything we needed. His great attitude and constant willingness to make our experience as enjoyable as possible really made a difference throughout the trip.
Overall, everything exceeded our expectations. Thank you, Good Secrets Safaris, especially Elsy and Evans, for making our Kenyan safari such a memorable experience. We would definitely book with you again!
DE
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Speke Holidays provided us with a long-awaited dream holiday in Uganda.
This trip was unique and fulfilled a long-held dream of ours: to see mountain gorillas in the wild.
We were amazed by the diversity of the country, the beautiful national parks, and the high density of wildlife.
The Kazinga Channel, in particular, was a dream come true—seeing so many animals together at the water's edge. All the experiences described in the itinerary came true. We saw shoebill storks, tree-climbing lions, leopards, and many other animals.
And the chimpanzee and gorilla tracking sessions were the most emotional highlight of the trip for us.
Uganda is a beautiful country with friendly people and truly the green pearl of Africa.
Speke Holidays did an excellent job organizing our two-week tour of Uganda. The route took us through the most important national parks.
The accommodations were very well chosen, and the food was always excellent.
With our experienced driver Hussein, we always felt safe. He always steered the Toyota Land Cruiser perfectly through the sometimes difficult routes.
Our guide Ian told us a great deal about the history of Uganda, the customs and traditions of the people, and was able to explain all the animals and birds to us. He is very empathetic and we had a good relationship with him and also had a lot of fun.
MV
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
very good. Highly recommended.
The tour guide went out of his way to make sure we saw the big 5.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Terrific in every way -- friendly, knowledgeable, honest, safe, accomodating. Highly recommended.
We cannot say enough good things about Big Cats African Safari and our wonderful guide, Omega. From the initial planning stages, their communication was prompt, professional, and incredibly helpful. They expertly balanced our specific interests—such as adding a day hike on Mt. Kilimanjaro and witnessing the Great Migration—with their own deep expertise to design the perfect loop through Tanzania. Our ten-night itinerary included Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tarangire, multiple regions of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara. Leading up to our trip, they provided excellent guidance on what to expect and how to prepare for the trip. Once we arrived, the whole trip was seamless. Omega met us at the airport and was an extraordinary guide throughout the duration of our journey. Manuel from Big Cats also met with us upon our arrival to help us know what to expect each day.
Omega worked tirelessly to ensure we had a world-class experience. His knowledge of the local wildlife and the region was remarkably impressive – a function of his inquisitive nature and many years of study. He was also very responsible about not disturbing animals in their habitat. Together with this expertise, Omega’s friendly nature and his focus on our safety and comfort made the trip into memories for a lifetime. We were particularly impressed that Omega often knew how to find animals based on his educated hunches – rather than following other safari vehicles to the obvious highlights. Because of his expertise and his sharp eyes, we saw every animal we could have hoped to see – e.g., lions, leopards, cheetahs, black rhinos, white rhinos, elephants, giraffes, warthogs, zebras, wildebeest, and many many others. And birds! Once Omega learned that we were also interested in birds, he was able to help us spot and learn about hundreds of different birds.
For our accommodations, Big Cats selected tented camps that were clean, comfortable, friendly, and perfectly located for spotting wildlife. In the end, the price was similar to three other quotes we received from various safari companies. But we learned that some companies were more reluctant to help us design a custom itinerary – Big Cats worked with us every step of the way. We’ve been lucky go on several African safaris and many games drives. Big Cats was far and away our best experience.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best trip ever
We spent 10 incredible days with Lion King, starting with a visit to Arusha followed by eight days on safari. During our trip, we explored Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire National Park.
This was our honeymoon, and without a doubt, it will remain the most special and unforgettable trip we’ve ever taken.
Our first guide, Sharhan, showed us around Arusha, and he did an amazing job. He was joyful, positive, and shared so much with us about the city’s culture and history. It was the perfect introduction to Tanzania.
For our Kilimanjaro hike, we were accompanied by Saladin. We reached the first camp in a single day, and he made the experience both enjoyable and memorable. He was knowledgeable, encouraging, and adapted the pace to our fitness level. He also had a great sense of humor and taught us a lot about the mountain, its wildlife, and the surrounding nature. We spotted several monkeys along the way and had a fantastic day with him.
Finally, we spent eight days on safari with Amani, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. He was always punctual in the mornings while remaining flexible whenever we were running a little late. His knowledge of the wildlife and the different parks was exceptional. He was an excellent driver, incredibly patient, and always made sure we had the best possible experience.
Not only did he help us spot the Big Five, but we also saw five leopards and two pangolins, something incredibly rare. We truly feel that this trio of guides brought us incredible luck, but the reality is that Amani’s expertise, experience, and ability to read the bush made all the difference. We were also fortunate enough to witness the Great Migration in the north.
One thing we especially appreciated was the respect Amani showed toward the animals. We didn’t want to contribute to overcrowding or stress wildlife with too many vehicles around them. Whenever he saw that too many safari cars had gathered around an animal, he preferred to move on and find another sighting elsewhere rather than add to the disturbance. That meant a lot to us.
We also stayed at Lion King’s lodge in the Serengeti, Nyota, which was truly one of the highlights of our trip. The lodge was beautiful, the staff were incredibly welcoming, and the overall experience was exceptional.
Another memorable moment was visiting a local orphanage, where we were able to donate school furniture. We genuinely appreciated that Lion King gives back to the local community by supporting charities and local initiatives. It made our trip feel even more meaningful.
We ended our safari with the Lake Manyara Treetop Walk, accompanied by Simon. He was knowledgeable, funny, and shared fascinating stories about Tanzanian culture and the different tribes. He made the experience both educational and entertaining.
Communication before and during the trip was seamless. The team was always quick to respond to our questions. We were mainly in contact with Jovitha and Nickson, and everything went smoothly from the planning stage to the very end of our trip. Even while we were in Tanzania, we had a few phone calls to adjust some details, and everything was handled quickly and effortlessly.
The payment process was also secure and straightforward. We paid by bank transfer using Revolut, and everything went perfectly.
From beginning to end, Lion King was reliable, professional, and extremely well organized. They were also flexible enough to add activities during our trip whenever we wanted. Throughout our honeymoon, we truly felt we were in good hands. Several hotels, as well as the Lion King team, surprised us with thoughtful gestures to celebrate our marriage, which made the trip even more special. There was always plenty of water and refreshments in the vehicle, and the safari car itself was comfortable, clean, and reliable.
Finally, we were amazed by every place we stayed, whether it was a luxury tented camp or a hotel. The hospitality was outstanding everywhere we went. Every member of staff welcomed us with kindness and made us feel at home. It truly elevated an already unforgettable experience.
We wholeheartedly recommend Lion King to anyone looking for a stress-free, safe, and unforgettable safari experience.
This has been, by far, the best and highest-quality trip we have ever experienced in our lives, and it is a honeymoon we will cherish forever.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
Balu travel provided an amazing experience since the booking process where they were very attentive and responsive, to the pickup and the safari itself. The camp was simple but had everything we needed and both the food and our room were good. Our driver/guide Kish is an awesome person, very knowledgeable and easygoing. There was no question he couldn’t answer (he knows the parks, culture, animals very well) and gave us a great time at the savanna. Unforgettable memories!
