35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Martin was so kind, patient and friendly. Simply amazing!
I booked a private safari with Ongeri and told then what kind of experience I wanted and I was so happy to see I made the right choice in going with them. Cazeah was extremely understanding of what i was looking for and she helped me book the right package. She helped me with information regarding vaccines and visas, and we went through a briefing of what i could expect on the trip. She was very present and always got back to me in a timely fashion. They booked me at the spirit of masai mara, a lodge in the conservancy, and had Martin as my guide. He picked me up in Nairobi, and we drove to the Mara, stopping along the way in different towns and experiencing the country a bit. It was wonderful. Martin knew that with the private tour I wanted to stay away from crowds and loud noises and just take in being with the animals in there natural habitat, undisturbed. He would drive quietly and carefully, almost instinctively knowing when to stop for pictures or just to observe, and when to keep going. His driving was beyond amazing, we went off reading along so many different types of terrains, seeking out the animals, and throughout the entire 4 days Martin was patient with me, kept me safe and was just overall such a kind person. He really made me feel welcome and comfortable. His knowledge of the Mara and the animals and the culture are rich, and he shared many stories with me, which I appreciated. I will return to Africa, and book with Ongeri again, and specifically woth Martin as my guide again.
Thank you for giving me the memories of a lifetime!
A very customized safari with lots of moving pieces that was executed perfectly by Cuckoo Safaris
We worked with Cuckoo safaris on a custom itinerary that was exactly what we were looking for. They had a good price, and worked quickly with us to confirm what we were looking for. This safari crossed national borders, and was definitely logistically challenging. Cuckoo Safaris made sure everything went smoothly and all the various transfers and exchanges worked perfectly. I would not hesitate to trust them with something like this in the future.
QA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Heaven Temba is one of the kindest, most accommodating, knowledgeable people we have ever met.
My wife and I had the pleasure of booking a Safari with Chasing Dreams Safaris, and we could not be happier. From the pick up at the airport on the first day, to making sure we made it back to Arusha for our final night before our flight was so easy. And the Safari was second to none. We saw Tarangire Park, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Central and Northern Serengeti. The amout of Animals we saw were countless. From being table side for a Lion Feast, to watching 3 "great migration" crossings in 2 days, we couldn't have asked for more. Thank you Chasing Dreams Safaris for making our dreams come true.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
This was a great budget tour and our guide really went above and beyond.
Thank you to Irene for being so helpful with my booking and communicating all the details with me timeously. Our guide Moses was amazing as he really went out of his way to make sure we had the best view of all the animals, it was such a fun trip and I met other wonderful people as I was traveling solo. I would highly recommend it.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
We had taken contact with Bruno and he did all the process from Tanzania. Bought the flight tickets, contacted with the Kilimanjaro crew, booked Safari tour, and have taken care about us during the hole holidays. Amazing job Bruno, i couldnt come to the summit but im gonna try it again for sure, my friend. Thank you so mucho for what an amazing experience.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very Professional and serious in their job
The team help you to choose and customise your perfect tour.
They remain at your disposal and they are always ready and reactive all the time.
Book with them is easy and sure!
Super advised!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Personalized, available, caring
Hello,
We are a couple and a safari was my husband’s dream trip.
I looked online and found Morningstar and sound me ok. Best decision ever.
My practitioner was Alice and the driver was Alex. They were both amazing.
Alice was able to understand what I wanted from the trip and adapt the plan accordingly. She was always polite, understanding, sympathetic, empathic and always always responded promptly to any query, even during the trip.
I found that this was a very smooth and easy holiday thanks to her, very similar to what I would do if I was booking it myself.
Alex was an excellent guide. He could find the animals in places that I would never find. He has the best eye sight ever. He was always polite, on time, kind, explaining the things around. He respected the plan but also suggested adaptations so we could take the most of our trip (what worked wonders).
This was not the most affordable travel, but that was our choice. We decided to have an extra day in Nairobi to rest, a jipe for only 2, and our hotels were quite good.
By the way, the choice of the rooms was on spot considering the major opportunities of each hotel, for example, the room in Naivasha allowed us to see the Hypos at night, otherwise, we would have not seen them so closely.
I do not regret a second using Morningstar and I am very happy for the professionals we had.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Planned everything precisely and shared information timely.
The whole thing seems like a dream now. We have had the best time. Everything was planned to perfection from airport pick ups to game rides. Wakanda tours team was great, in particular you need to ask for Simon who is the guide and Dula who was our lovely chef. I couldn’t believe the recipes he came out with every day . Simon makes it so that the the jeep feels like a family home. The animals become a bonus. We got to see the big 5 thanks to our hawk eyed guide. They even found us a place to stay before we had to take off due to a delay in the flight and didn’t ask for anything in return.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly and welcoming
As to me it was fun attending the safari tour.. we visited the source of the nile where we were humbly welcomed, enjoyed playing games like soccer, volleyball went for some boat cruise and later in the night all tents were set for those who were tired had to rest but some of us put up a camp fire and played some brain games that was more of fun. The next day breakfast was prepared for us and oooh I don't regret attending the tour instead wish to do it every time am not busy.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Exceeded all expectations for a day trip from Kigali
We were looking for a day trip to add on to the end of a work trip to Kigali. This itinerary (breakfast and lunch trip in Akegera) seemed to be good and after a few enquiries with Golden Rwanda Safaris, we confirmed. Pick up from the hotel was early, but eased by a coffee stop en route at a superb outlet. We travelled in a smart jeep with a 'lift up' roof (for game viewing later). On arrival at the park, the tour really began. We had a briefing and very quickly our driver spotted some big game. We continued in this vein through the park, which is very green and littered with beautiful lakes; not so much savanna as hilly terrain, but loads to see. We stopped for breakfast at a superb lodge with magnificent views over the park and then continued. There was so much to see - we clocked 4 of the Big 5, plus hippos, giraffe, zebra and many different antelopes; the birds were diverse and stunning. Onwards, to lunch, which was again situated at a good spot with great views. Finally, we'd reached the end of the game drive through the park and made the journey back to Kigali. It was a long day and very worthwhile. The driver/guide (Vincent) was fun, friendly and knowledgeable. The operator was very flexible to pick us up at one hotel and drop us at another. The price was good value for the level of service and quality of the itinerary. Many thanks to Frank and to Vincent for their service!