20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wild safari experience with Rafiki Tembo Tours & Safari - such a helpful and accommodating team.
We had an incredible safari with Rafiki Tembo Tours & Safaris. Being out in the wild was an unbelievable experience, and Rafiki and the drivers were very accommodating, happy to adjust the itinerary to suit what we wanted to see, including flexible start times for safari drives.
Be mindful when doing the safari tours - it’s mainly safari obviously but hear me out. We did Kenya, Tanzania, then Zanzibar Island, and while it was incredible, we wish we had allocated more time in Zanzibar to relax. You spend a good minimum of 8 hours per day in the car, and transfers between locations are around 4.5 hours, but you get to experience so many different places. Popping the roof for game drives is amazing, but next time we’d plan more downtime to enjoy the accommodation spots rather than arriving at night and missing some of the views because believe me you will see everything (the big 5) so dont tire yourself doing 10 hour + driving days to see everything because you will see everything in time so enjoy your holiday and relax.
Our favorite accommodations were:
Kenya
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge – the view from the bedroom and dining area alone was worth the trip, we only stayed one night and wish we stayed longer.
Tanzania
The Safari Haven – incredible to be right in and amongst the nature. Rooms were massive and food was great.
The Farm of Dreams Lodge – my personal favorite. The pool, the vibe and was just overall the best place to stay.
Zanzibar island
Tembo House Hotel and Apartments – beautiful structure and architecture.
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis – absolutely stunning, right on the beach with infinity pools; somewhere truly special.
Favourite Game drives/ Activities:
Masai Mara National Reserve - Saw every inch of this place, had our biggest days here and was incredible. Saw 4/5 of the big 5 here.
Serengeti National Park- Best for seeing different landscapes and rivers - the whole package in my opinion
Ngorongoro Crater - So scenic and had amazing views.
It was also our anniversary, and Rafiki organized a sweet surprise with a tyre cover on the back of our jeep that read “Rafiki Tours – Happy Anniversary.” They also arranged a full day in Zanzibar tailored to our interests, including the Salaam Cave, turtle experience, and a Dhow sunset cruise, all at no extra cost. Their generosity and attention to detail made this trip truly unforgettable.
A note on tipping: the package recommends tipping the driver (around $10 USD per person per day). On our Tanzania trip, there was an extra person with the vehicle who didn’t drive until a couple hours at the end. Make sure to mention when booking if you don’t want an extra person (not needed) as it felt odd having to tip someone who wasn’t actually driving or share the driver’s tip. Rafiki were very supportive and resolved the situation professionally, but it’s something to be aware of.
The package includes only tea and coffee. Clever as it said non alcoholic drinks but we thought water and soft drink/soda would be a part of the package and it wasnt which is okay just a heads up. Some lodges provided bottled water in rooms or at the table, while others didn’t, so be mindful. The drivers had eskys in their cars to chill drinks; our Kenya driver had water for us, and our Tanzania driver even had soft drinks and beers, which was lovely.
We’re so glad we went private with just my husband and I in our own 4x4 Land Cruiser. It was insane and absolutely worth the extra cost, the freedom and privacy made the experience unforgettable.
Overall, communication, organization, and support from Rafiki Tembo were excellent, making this once-in-a-lifetime holiday truly memorable.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
They just Know how to do it..it was a great one Week Safari, they always made you feel at home, they knew what needs to be shown and they were super super friendly and yet very professional. would highly recommend them and if i happen to go again, they are the one i would choose
KR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thank you for creating such wonderful memories for us.
Thanks to Ozonelight, we had an amazing experience. We came to Tanzania for our honeymoon, and it is something we will never forget for the rest of our lives. Thanks to our guide, Elijh, we were able to learn a lot about various animals and plants. Not only that, he took great care of us and made sure we were always safe, for which we are truly grateful.
Thank you for creating such wonderful memories for us. If we ever visit again, we will definitely choose Ozonelight again.
This was the most fun trip we have ever experienced, and we don’t think any future trip could be better than this.
Thank you, Elijh.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thomas was a real delight! He was entertaining and knowledgeable!
A great experience, would definitely recommend.
Our transfer picked us up from our hotel nice and early and we were then taken to Pilanesburg National Park. He gave us facts about the areas as we drove through kept it light and entertaining!
NO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful safari in 3 different parks
We had a wonderful trip with Serengeti Wakanda. Our guide Zephania showed us the best of the parks we vistited (Tarrangire, Ngorongo crater and lake Mayara) and he made our safari an incredible experience. Comunicatiion with Serengeti Wakande went smoothly befor and during our trip. Would recomend.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An experienced guide offering great value for money.
Our guide, Robin, is extremely experienced and always able to spot wildlife quickly and take us to the best locations for photography. The modified jeep was clean and well maintained, and it was thoroughly cleaned every day.
Before the trip, the coordinator provided helpful and reasonable itinerary suggestions, listened carefully to our preferences, and offered a clearly itemized quote. The pricing was offered excellent value overall.
GR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Exceptional Safari Experience
A great experience overall and David is an outstanding guide with passion for his work, deep knowledge of the wildlife and the land.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well Organised-Thank you Wivi Agency
This 6 day safari with Wivi Agency turned out to be one of the most meaningful travel experiences of my life. From the very beginning, everything felt carefully organized and genuinely personal. Elias, who organized the entire journey, was attentive, clear, and thoughtful in every detail, making us feel confident and excited even before the safari began.
Traveling in a small group created a wonderful sense of connection and comfort. There was no rush, no stress, just the joy of discovering Tanzania together. Lake Manyara welcomed us with its peaceful beauty, vibrant birdlife, and the unforgettable sight of tree climbing lions. Seeing them resting above us in the branches felt unreal, like a moment taken straight out of a nature film.
Then came the Serengeti, vast, powerful, and humbling. The endless plains stretched as far as the eye could see, filled with life in every direction. Watching wildebeest move across the land, elephants walking calmly through the grass, and lions resting or hunting was an emotional experience that is impossible to fully describe. Every game drive felt different, every moment felt alive.
Ngorongoro Crater was the grand finale and the most dramatic setting of all. Descending into the crater felt like entering a hidden world. In just one day, we witnessed an incredible concentration of wildlife, including rhinos, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that left us silent more than once.
Our guide, Charles, made this journey truly exceptional. His knowledge, patience, and deep respect for nature were evident in everything he did. He always knew where to go, how to read the land, and how to explain what we were seeing in a way that made us feel connected to the animals and the environment. His calm presence and genuine passion added so much depth to the experience.
This safari was not just about seeing animals, it was about feeling Africa. Thanks to Wivi Agency, Elias’s careful organization, and Charles’s outstanding guiding, I am returning home with memories that will stay with me forever. I would recommend this experience wholeheartedly to anyone dreaming of an authentic and unforgettable safari.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing safari from start to finish
We did two different game drives in a day at Bushbaby Calls and each game drive was better than the next one even while we were there we stayed well,the cmpsite set up was good,the catering was upper scale,water and the etam was great
Great bush baby and team see you again in future.
GR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable, quick in responding, delivering as promised.
Planned a trip to Namibia with them. My contact was Matthew who was amazing. Quick in responding be it on email or instant messaging. Understood what I had in mind, helped me build the basic plan, and then spent time guiding me on how to adjust my trip to squeeze in everything I wanted to do, activities I wanted to book etc. Every time we did an adjustment, the link/app of my personalized itinerary was updated in less than 5 minutes. Everything "on the ground" was as promised (and more, we were provided with extra material like maps, instructions, extra safety phone, all contacts etc). They cooperate with Africar, one of the main providers of rental cars in Namibia, for whom I can honestly say the same.
The only thing I would suggest to them is that some of the small, local "activities" could be booked upon request directly by them, catering to "lazier" travelers who only want one point of contact.
Can safely say they will be my agency of choice for my next trip in Africa.
