35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great customer service and reasonably priced safari!
I booked a 13-day safari with Colours of Africa very last minute (a mere 7 days ahead) and was very pleasantly surprised by how easy it was. Grace was our point of contact and after providing the initial quote, worked with me to customize the itinerary to add two other parks I wanted to see. I requested the quote 9 days ahead of when I wanted to start and had my custom itinerary booked within 36 hours of my initial quote request. I requested quotes from companies that had good reviews on safaribookings.com and went with Colours of Africa because they were the first company to get back to me and I was in a rush. Fortunately for me, they were also reasonably priced. I gave them my ideal budget per day and they customized my itinerary accordingly. Grace was super responsive before, during, and after our trip, and was especially helpful when filling out our Kenyan e-visa application. I was a bit panicked it wouldn’t be approved in time because I booked a flight from the US to Nairobi only a week ahead of our safari but she assured me I’d be able to get my visa in time (it was approved less than 24 hours after I submitted the application).
Most of our accommodations were nicer than I was expecting given the budget we had and how last minute we booked the trip. I was also very impressed by the quality of the food at our accommodations – normally the mass-produced food at buffets in tourist lodging isn’t very good, but the Indian and local curries and other dishes were delicious.
In Kenya, we went to Samburu, Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate, and Amboseli. In Tanzania, we went to Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti. They were all beautiful and worth going to, but my favorites were Samburu, Naivasha (this was quite different from the other parks and was nice to have a change), Amboseli (also quite different with the wetlands), and Ngorongoro. Seeing the Ngorongoro crater was amazinggggg. And Masai Mara and/or Serengeti have the stereotypical savannah views you imagine you’ll see when you’re on a safari. I’d say it’s not necessary to do both Serengeti and Masai Mara because it’s the same geographical area, just with two different names b/c they’re in different countries. Doing both felt a little repetitive (my fault, I was the one who requested to add Masai Mara to our itinerary).
I think a 13-day safari was a little too long and would have been happy with 10 days – you get tired of sitting in the car all day. But even just a 2-day safari is worth it if that’s all you have time for! I maybe would have swapped Serengeti for somewhere were you’re more likely to see rhinos – We saw one from very far away in Ngorongoro but that’s it. Otherwise, we saw plenty of everything else! We had great guides and especially loved Jonson in Kenya and Juma in Tanzania, they were excellent at spotting animals and getting us close and giving us the time we wanted to take photos and observe the animals.
If I went back to Kenya and Tanzania I’d definitely reach out to Colours of Africa again to help me plan my trip!
SK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing tour
From the very beginning, communication with Rony was excellent. We did a 7-day tour visiting several national parks, and throughout the whole trip he was professional, attentive, and made sure all our needs were taken care of. He always checked that everything was okay and went above and beyond to ensure we saw plenty of wildlife.
We traveled over Christmas, and he even surprised us with small presents, which was a really thoughtful touch. Thank you for an unforgettable experience in Uganda!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
We had an amazing trip to Madikwe Game Reserve planned by safari.com. Shann was our planner for everything and she went above and beyond to meet our needs and customize our trip to what we desired. Our trip went so smoothly with no issues whatsoever and it was all because of Shann’s due diligence and the assistance of safari.com
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great Tour to Arusha National Park
Their team was extremely kind, well organized and knowledgeable. Daudi knew a lot about both wildlife as well as about Tanzanian history. Steve was a great driver. Would definitely recommend.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well cared for on an adventure.
We received a detailed itinerary that covered absolutely everything. We chose Tailor-Made Safaris because of the personalized guidance, and we weren't disappointed. It made us feel safe, and everything was perfectly organized. The trip was varied, encompassing mountains, the coast, and, of course, the safaris. We loved Tembe Elephant and the Wetland Park Drive with guide Johan at iSimangaliso's Eastern Shores. We wouldn't recommend the cultural tour to a Zulu village. The rainy weather made Kosi Bay less enjoyable, so we missed out on snorkeling and relaxing by the pool. Our stay at Makongo Hills was fantastic. We enjoyed the friendly people and beautiful South Africa.
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IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
This week just ended and I’m feeling so thankful to Kyooma gorilla safaris. Mwije, the manager, has been the best one. She organize everything in the best possible way. Accomodation were special, the tour has been amazing. Andrew, my driver, has been the best one. She even took me to places that weren't included in the tour, like a local market and a home for needy women and girls. They were wonderful experiences.
I feel compelled to recommend Kyooma 100%. They can make your visit to Uganda the best ever.
RO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I recommend! Steven was an exceptional guide! Exceeded expectations!
We did a 3 day safari. Great experience! Very professional! Definitely recommend! :)
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The goat
Godson is the goat he is so funny and knowledgeable and loves to give facts
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Robin was involved during the trip, wich made us feel very comfortable! Fantastic and varied package
Thanks for the very wonderful service and helpful information about our Holliday in South Africa, We truly had the time of our lives! Ar first, i was a bit anxious about traveling alone with my two children- especially driving ourselves through the various reserves. but thnx to good Robin’s excellent preparation and support, everything went smoothly. We felt safe, well informed and completely at ease throughout the journey. it was an unforgettable experience!
NO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thank you Tanzania Explorer 🇹🇿
What a trip! Safari in Ngorongoro and the Serengeti, combined with city and beach life in Dar es Salaam! My family trip with Tanzania Explorer has been absolutely fantastic. I am so grateful for the wonderful people who contributed to making this an unforgettable journey every step of the way.
The itinerary was tailored to our wishes, and Sondre ensured a superb safari setup. Our guide was kind, funny, and knowledgeable. The lodges looked like something straight out of a travel magazine. I’ve never experienced such luxury in the bush! And the wildlife! We had the landscapes and a variety of amazing animals almost to ourselves. Truly magical!
We also had some eventful days in Dar es Salaam which I greatly appreciated. I’d especially like to highlight the welcoming staff at the villa; they helped us experience Dar es Salaam like locals, including trips to the market, local restaurants, and traditional cooking. We also got a get away to Mbudya Island where we could relax with drinks in the sun and feet in the sand.
I felt well taken care of by Tanzania Explorer throughout the entire journey. Everything exceeded my expectations—even though they were quite high to begin with! This was a safe and exciting adventure. I highly recommend Tanzania Explorer if you are considering a trip to Tanzania! 😍
