35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Serengeti Smile made our dream safari a reality - highly recommended!
Our safari with Serengeti Smile to Manyara and Serengeti National Park was truly unforgettable! Thanks to our amazing drivers, Baraka and Stanley, we enjoyed a safe, informative, and exciting journey. Their expertise led us to incredible wildlife sightings, including the unforgettable experience of seeing the “Big Five” in Serengeti. The lodge we stayed in was an excellent choice, offering comfort and stunning views. Special thanks to Mr. Jonyo for his flawless coordination from the office. Serengeti Smile made our dream safari a reality—highly recommended!
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
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We stayed at Charming Eco Homes one night after 7 days of safari, before catching our flight back home. The staff was very nice to us and they treated us like family; Teresa prepared for us a very good dinner and breakfast. The hotel is comfortable and clean; we also appreciated the surrounding area where we took a stroll and met a lot of kind people. Everyone was welcoming us, as if they knew us! I would reccomend it to all my friends. Elisa
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very kind and take care of every aspects
Amazing experience in reasonable price. Remotely consider every aspects for my travel. Once landed on airport and walk out they would take charge of everything, safari, meals, accomodations... Basically, you do not need to spend money at all unless you want to buy something else.
The drivers (I have changed vehicles for different destination) are all very experienced.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Simon was experienced and knew exactly where we are able to spot the animals
Value for money is totally worth it. Price is fair for the things you get. Communication was always good and in timely manner. Our tour covered 4 parks (serengeti, ngorongoro, lake manyara, taranguire). Especially the Serengeti has been amazing & breathtaking.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience on land and on water
We booked our 5-day trip online through Safari Bookings and were later contacted directly by Walking Stick Travel Tours via email to clarify the details. This guided safari was the grand finale of our nearly three-week holiday in Southern Africa. During the first two weeks, our group of four had been traveling with a roof-top tent, exploring the region on our own.
Day 1: Arrival and Initial Safari Experience
Our private group was picked up from our hotel in the morning by Philimon, our guide. After a one-hour drive in an open-door safari vehicle, we arrived at the Wildlife Management Area of the Okavango Delta. There, we were handed over to a local team of four who are experts in conducting tours in the area.
We entered the Delta in two mokoros, traditional dugout canoes resembling long canoes, and were paddled for about an hour to our camp. Along the way, we encountered plenty of wildlife, including hippos, elephants, and numerous water birds. Upon arrival, we found the camp partially set up by the team.
Unfortunately, the first day had a minor drawback: we weren’t served a proper lunch. It wasn’t clear why, but it seemed to be a miscommunication between Walking Stick Travel and the local guides. As we later learned, Philimon typically leads these tours himself but had delegated this one due to the low water levels in his usual area during September.
In the late afternoon, we embarked on our first walking safari. Initially, we were skeptical, as walking safaris offer a much smaller range than vehicle safaris and animals are more likely to flee. However, the experience was far more immersive and rewarding. Spotting animals on foot felt thrilling and authentic, a stark contrast to the “zoo-like” feel of driving through national parks like Etosha in Namibia. Even smaller sightings, like red lechwe (gazelles) or birds, became fascinating.
The sense of vulnerability on foot—especially when approaching a pond with hippos, Africa’s most dangerous animal—was both exhilarating and humbling. Our knowledgeable guide, Rowan, shared insights that left us amazed after every walk.
Day 2: Extended Walk and Rare Wildlife Sightings
Our second day began with a three-hour walking safari, the longest Rowan had ever done (shorter options were available). We were incredibly fortunate to spot both a hyena and wild dogs—rare encounters. We also came across elephants, wildebeest, warthogs, hippos, giraffes, African eagles, and a variety of birds.
Rowan taught us fascinating details about the Delta’s ecosystem, including the sleeping habits of hippos, how elephant dung is broken down into soil by termites, and the essential role of aardvarks in creating burrows for other animals.
In the evening, we returned to the water in the mokoros to witness a breathtaking sunset, a serene end to an incredible day.
Day 3: Transfer to Khwai Reserve
This day brought our second minor issue: the guides didn’t bring enough drinking water. While we avoided dehydration by boiling water from the Delta, this was a significant oversight for a guided tour.
We departed the camp in the mokoros and met Philimon for the next leg of our journey: a 4-hour drive to Khwai Reserve. The ride in an open vehicle along a dusty, bumpy road in nearly 40°C heat was arduous, and we were relieved when it was finally over.
In the late afternoon, we went on an evening game drive and were rewarded with incredible sightings, including lions, elephants, buffalos, zebras, and many gazelles.
Day 4: Memorable Game Drives
On the fourth day, we enjoyed two extended game drives, one in the morning and another in the afternoon. The highlight of the afternoon drive was witnessing two hippos fighting, followed by our first leopard sighting of the trip. Philimon went above and beyond, even risking a reprimand from park authorities, to ensure we could see the elusive leopard as it emerged from the bushes.
Day 5: Departure
Our adventure ended with a transfer back to the airport.
Final Thoughts
Despite minor hiccups, this was an unforgettable experience. The food was excellent, and the guides were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Walking safaris in the Okavango Delta are a must-try for anyone visiting the region. The connection to nature, the sense of adventure, and the fascinating wildlife encounters make it an experience you’ll treasure forever.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We would repeat our tour with them and our guide.
We just got back from our honeymoon a few days ago. We booked with a travel agency that works with Leopard Tour and they were the ones who made all the transfers and guided us through all the safaris.
Our guide and driver was Amani, we have nothing but words of gratitude. He accompanied us throughout our safari tour and it was great.
We did the tour of Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro, we were lucky because of the time we went that there was the great migration and because of Amani's perseverance, we saw all the animals in the area. It was an amazing experience and we would repeat it a thousand times.
We really enjoyed his company, a man with culture and wisdom, he explained many things to us and he knew the animals and the areas we moved through well.
We were very lucky to find you Amani, thank you very much!
We recommend the agency, very attentive with everything and satisfied with our honeymoon.
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DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A professional tour operator that made planning easy, making the trip truly unforgettablE
I had an amazing experience during my trip to Andasibe and the Akanin’ny Nofy Palmarium Reserve. The communication was flawless—quick, friendly. The guides were incredibly knowledgeable, making the tours through the lush rainforests of Andasibe truly come alive with stories about the unique wildlife, especially the adorable lemurs.
The service was top-notch, from comfortable transportation to well-chosen accommodations that perfectly matched the vibe of each destination. Visiting the Palmarium Reserve and staying in the middle of nature was like stepping into another world—so peaceful and filled with rare species I never thought I’d see up close.
In a nutshell this trip was a perfect balance of adventure, nature and relaxation. I’d absolutely recommend Malagasya Travel to anyone looking for a unique Madagascar adventure.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari Experience
We had an amazing Safari experience with Serengeti smile. During the 3 day Safari we saw many different types of wildlife. Justine our tour guide made sure we had the best experience.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect safari!
We took the safari by internet and immediately we had the message to explain exactly all the safari. All the transport were in time and very comfortable. They gives us all the ways to pay and they make us easy all the documents that we need to do the trip. The safari with salonike and Jackson was amazing!! They do all theirs effort to have the best photos and experiences in our safari . Thank you so much again for your patience teaching us the behaviours of the animals.
The place were we stayed was really comfortable and people was kindness.
Thank you kihindo tours to give us one of the best experience In our live.
With no doubt , the best purchase in mi life.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Serengeti Smile was fantastic, and Justine made our safari unforgettable with great service!
We booked a 3-day safari with Serengeti Smile, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The communication was seamless, and the service exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Justine, was amazing—knowledgeable, friendly, and ensured we had the best possible experience. The safari itself was breathtaking, with stunning wildlife encounters and beautiful scenery. The accommodation was comfortable and up to standard, adding to the overall value for money. Serengeti Smile is highly reliable, and we would recommend them to anyone looking for an unforgettable safari adventure!
