35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
10/10 FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE & SERVICE!!!
With thousands of Safari companies in Tanzania to choose from I was getting overwhelmed with researching. It took me a couple months but I'm grateful I came upon a Youtube video featuring Jasmine & Sarafika Tours. After seeing her commitment to offering an authentic experience that benefits & dignifies locals, I knew I FINALLY found the company who's values aligned with our's. I can't speak highly enough of the owner Jasmine's professionalism & attentiveness from the planning stages to after we arrived back home! My husband & I were celebrating our 15 yr wedding anniversary. Unknown to us, she even arranged for extra special touches at each hotel/lodge location that blew us away. As for our private guide Kiki....He is so genuine, kind, caring, light hearted, very knowledgable, respectful, patient & humble. We had a lot of fun with him. He got us close to the animals yet maintained a respectful distance that made us feel very secure with his intuition & experience. From the airport pick up to drop off & everything in between, Sarafika made it a seamless, worry free, best vacation for us. Do yourself a huge favor...End your safari company shopping now & book with Sarafika! You'll be happy you did.
PL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Masai Mara Safari with Jocky Tours
We had an amazing safari in Masai Mara with Jocky Tours, and our driver/guide John Walter made it truly special. He was very knowledgeable, reliable, and ensured we had the best sightings while feeling safe and comfortable. Communication with the company was smooth, the service excellent, and the experience was great value for money. We highly recommend Jocky Tours and John Walter for anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He’s amazing guide , we saw big five and a lot of other animals , it’s really a good experience!
This journey is amazing , we saw a lot of animals , the guide is very professional and responsible! Thank you Brian !
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Just Amazing Experiences
Serengeti Mystery Adventires are amazing, the experience was something you can’t describe but have to experience it to know it, the booking was easy and hassle free, the driver Winfried was just to amazing, he catered for everything you needed in this experience, his driving skills were excellent especially at the Crater, you feel so safe, I loved the experience, will definitely recommend this tour operator to anyone looking for an amazing Serengeti Experience, thank you for helping us make memories
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable and professional
The Tour with campsbay Tours was really nice . The only thing that was not this good planned was the Pick up at the Airport because the Tour Guides didnt have our names , so we had to wait an our. But we know it Wasnt a fault of campsbay Tours , it was the people there that Mixed something up. In the end we had an amazing Safari with the best Guide and saw elephants , lions, Monkeys and so much more animals. I would do it again 100% .
MT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Telly Africa offers personalized, seamless, and unforgettable safari experiences - Recommend to all!
I cannot recommend Telly Africa highly enough. They are exceptionally professional, competitively priced, and go out of their way to make the entire experience truly special. Our main contact, William, was outstanding—an excellent communicator who was always available to respond to any queries before, during, and even after the trip. From the outset, we felt like valued clients, with every idea, suggestion, and question met with thoughtful consideration.
William and his business partner made a point to greet us personally at our hotel upon arrival and returned again at the end of our journey to check in. This level of personal attention was deeply appreciated and truly set the tone for the entire experience.
This trip held particular significance for me—I wanted to recreate the travel experience I had as a child in Tanzania 28 years ago, now sharing it with my own family. William helped tailor the journey from beginning to end, combining tours in Arusha, unforgettable game drives through several national parks, and a relaxing finale in Zanzibar. Not only did I get to relive one of the most cherished memories of my life, I also created a new, equally special one with my children and husband—something I will treasure forever.
The organization was flawless. The accommodations exceeded our expectations, and the itinerary was perfectly planned—thoughtfully balancing activity with relaxation, and tailored to both adults and children. We had looked into several tour companies before discovering Telly Africa, but none matched their level of commitment, personal service, or affordability. I shared my budget with William, and he curated an outstanding itinerary that delivered everything I had hoped for—all within budget. The other companies couldn’t even come close.
Special credit is also due to some remarkable individuals who made this trip even more memorable. Aron, our game drive guide, accompanied us through Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Lake Manyara and the Serengeti. His extensive knowledge of the wildlife and environment was invaluable—he not only knew exactly where to go for the best sightings, but also enriched our understanding of everything we were seeing. He was patient, kind, and absolutely wonderful with my children.
We were also lucky to meet Joel, our driver and guide on the first and last days of the trip. His bright, warm personality made us feel instantly at ease—like reconnecting with an old friend. He introduced us to lovely local spots, and my boys especially formed a real bond with him.
We are deeply grateful to William, Aron, and Joel for the moments of wonder, laughter, and connection we shared. These are memories we will always hold dear.
I’ve been fortunate to travel often, but this experience stands out as one of the best—if not the best—I’ve had with any tour company. Telly Africa may be a small operation for now, but that’s exactly what allows them to provide such unmatched personal service. I’m excited to see how they grow, and we will absolutely use their services again as they expand into new regions.
Thank you, William and the entire team at Telly Africa, for giving us not just a holiday, but a journey full of unforgettable moments and lifelong memories.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great safari
I was completely satisfied with my three-day Amboseli safari with Pavillion, and I'm glad that Pavillion was able to arrange a shared budget safari for me on very short notice. We saw lions, elephants, and many other animals. The camp was very comfortable, as the tents had electricity and attached washrooms. I had a great view of Mt Kilimanjaro from the front porch of the tent.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent local Maasai tour: the big 5 in 5 hours
If you are looking for a well organised Kenyan organisation to book your safari tour with, we highly recommended this operator as all went smoothly, and we spotted the Big 5 in less than 5 hours!
We booked a private 4-day Maasai Mara Safari tour through Chris which we were able to customise it to our liking. We opted for 2 full days in the Maasai Mara park, and stayed at the Enkorok Mara Camp just outside the park.
Our driver and guide Robin, an experienced Maasai (10+ years of touring), was always on time for the pickup and eager to answer questions and talk about the animals or Maasai culture. Most importantly, he knew the park really well and allowed us to see so many animals with great angles for the pictures. Just with a single day would have been content, but we saw even more the second day and had time to also take pictures of the 'less impressive' animals.
Of course, this is a game drive. It is called a game because of the luck required to see the wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed, yet as with any game you can turn luck in your favour with the right skills and strategy. Robin definitely knows how to play the game!
Chris was also happy to help us with other inquiries we had in Kenya, such as booking the train.
MT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most organized, professional tour operators in recent past.
I was extremely excited for this trip as this was my first time going on a safari. My wife planned the whole trip and after a lot of research she came across Telly Africa. We felt it could have been a gamble as when you approach a smaller company one always hopes for the more personalized approach and not where you could be treated just as a number. How right we were! We cannot recommend Telly Africa highly enough. They ended up being exceptionally professional, extremely well priced, and always gave us that extra attention to make the entire experience truly special. William our main go to guy, was outstanding—well versed who was always available to respond to any queries. He made us feel very welcome, part of it all and we felt that our opinions mattered.
William and his business partner made a point to greet us personally at our hotel upon arrival and subsequently at the end of our journey. The level of personal attention was second to none and this made all the experience that extra special.
This trip was probably a once in a lifetime experience and the fact I could share it with my wife and children made it that extra special. William helped tailor the journey from beginning to end, combining tours in Arusha, unforgettable game drives through several national parks, and a relaxing finale in Zanzibar.
The organization was flawless. The accommodations exceeded our expectations, and the itinerary was perfectly planned—thoughtfully balancing activity with relaxation, and tailored to both adults and children. Discovering Telly Africa was a true blessing as the others did not match their level of commitment, personal service, or affordability. The other companies couldn’t even come close even at email level when we were still planning the whole idea.
Last but not least there were some super individuals that stood out in this trip. A special thanks goes to Aron, our game drive guide, who accompanied us through Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Lake Manyara and the Serengeti. His extensive knowledge of the wildlife and environment was second to none, a true veteran, not only knew exactly where to go for the best sightings, but also taught us and explained meticoulously everything we were seeing. Also he was great with our boys aged 12 and 10, he made the journey so pleasant.
Joel, our driver and guide on the first and last days of the trip. His bright, warm personality made us feel instantly at ease in a foreign country. He felt like the friendly neighbour next door. He showed us lovely local spots and he too was excellent with kids.
These gentlemen engraved memories that will last for life.
I am a seasoned traveller but rarely do you come across a team that performs so well from beginning to end, and although I am not the one to usually jump at the first option of a travel agent, wow, were we so lucky to have found Telly Africa!
Thank you, William and the entire team at Telly Africa, from the bottom of our hearts! Memories for Life!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great communication for a tailor made trip, very friendly with amazing guide.
Good level of communication between us throughout initial booking to start of the trip.
Accommodation and all staff have been fantastic at looking after us throughout the safari.
Value for money is great.
Champion our guide made it the best trip, super friendly. Answered all our questions and tried his best to make it the best experience possible on safari. - he made it 5* along with all the staff at accommodation.