20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible birthday trip
After a previous incredible birthday safari trip to Tanzania, we had high standards and Spirit of Kenya did not disappoint. From planning to execution, it was clear everyone we spoke to was committed to ensuring we had a great time. We spent months planning with Vanessa who responded to all emails promptly and then met Moses when we landed late (and missing a bag) in Kenya. Moses not only did his best to cheer me up about my missing luggage, but also went back to the airport the next day to pick it up, and met us the day after so I didn't have to keep wearing the same 2 outfits the whole week. He was my hero! Our safari guide Mike was also amazing. He was clearly knowledgable about the parks and the animals, but was also very attentive to all of our needs, both while we were out on safari and in the camps. We definitely enjoyed his company and his humor and would 100% go on a tour with him again. Overall, we can't say enough good things about our experience. The staff was great, the logistics were perfect and the recommended accommodations were beautiful. If you've been thinking about booking a safari trip, do it and use Spirit of Kenya!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Personal, trustworthy, quality service to unique locations in Tanzania
Luice really loves to help travelers make the most out of their visit to his country. He is a really nice person and was very helpful with all of our questions and wrote a great itinerary on exotic places to visit in South Tanzania. Most tourist just visit the famous over touristed places in the north, but he is an expert on the south where there are a lot less tourist but much more exiting things to see like culture and animals. He even invited us to his house in Dar Es Salaam and his wife cooked traditional dinner for us as we sat and talked about life in Tanzania. Such a sweet family! I would definitely recommend Luice and his company to anyone visiting Tanzania who wants trustworthy, top quality service and a trip to the most unique locations!
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Grassrootz Adventures is truly extraordinary in every necessary aspect of delivery of its product.
Grassrootz Adventures provided an excellent comprehensive tour of Uganda. The accommodations, food and tour contents were incredible throughout my 16 day journey. Our guide Emmy was professional, attentive and knowledgeable. Both the chimpanzee and gorilla habituation programs were well worth it since they brought me close to the gentle giants who share so much of our DNA.
I strongly recommend Grassrootz to anyone striving for wonderful service, value for money and most of all reliability and safety. There is no better way to explore "the pearl of Africa" than with Grassrootz.
HU
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Serengeti is the best!!!
We were on a 6-day safari in June, 3 nights of which we stayed in a Serengeti campsite. We saw a lot of animals, it was a great experience when two lions dropped a zebra or when three baby cheetahs climbed down from the tree to their mother or when the family of 18 lions rested under the tree. There were four of us with Msangai Adventure, the route was well chosen, the accommodation was comfortable, the food was fantastic.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Experienced, professional, and knowledgeable in every area.
Great service end to end, every part of the tour was amazing, saw each animal we were searching for inour short 3 day tour because of our amazing guide, his wealth of experience just shined compared to other operators we saw on the road. The lodges were amazing. Recommending to all my friends and family.
AR
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
High guide commitment
The guide/driver had a permanent commitment towards passengers’ satisfaction in all aspects under his control. Lots of animals could be seen very near the vehicle that was placed in such a way that wild beasts became so near you could almost touch them.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Kenya photo safari
I recently finished an amazing three week Kenya wildlife photography tour with Joesph Mwangi of Nature’s Wonderland Safaris based in Nairobi. The trip was planned to maximize the diversity of wildlife to be seen and photographed. Working up the plan with Joesph was easy. He made suggestions on different parks to see/photograph our target species and Joseph then made all the necessary bookings. Our trip included visits to Nairobi National Park, Amboseli, Giraffe Manor, Samburu, Sweetwaters, Lake Naivasha and three different lodges on the Masai Mara. Our lodges/camps ranged from small tented camps to larger full service hotels, all were clean, comfortable and had good food. My favorite was Enkakenya which is a small tented camp surrounded by the wildlife of the Masai Mara.
On a typical day we spent about eight hours on games drives seeking out wildlife. Joseph has amazing eyes and was constantly spotting mammals, reptiles and birds for us to photograph. Joseph has an incredible understanding of animal behaviors. He seemed to know what the animals will do next and where they will go. He can often predict when the lions will mate (again!), when they will yawn and when they will get a drink of water. All of these predictions help us maximize our photo opportunities. Joseph is a serious birder so he was able to identify and tell us about the behaviors of many species that we were not familiar with. Joesph is also a photographer so he has a great understanding of lighting angles and backgrounds. He seemed to always know the best spot from which to shoot the subject to take advantage of light angles and to maximize clean, distant backgrounds. There were many times when Joseph would move the vehicle to a position that turned out to be the best possible spot for photography. This is extremely important when jockeying for position with a bunch of other safari trucks as animals are on the move.
Joseph really made our trip fantastic. It is great that after guiding for years he still gets excited when spotting animals. In addition to his wildlife spotting skills he was great to talk to and never tired of my silly jokes and unending questions. All aspects of our trip ran trouble free and we hope to book another trip with Nature’s Wonderland Safaris in the near future.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Magical safari experience
We had the best safari experience! Everything exceeded our expectations. Pre-arrival, our initial questions before booking were answered very quickly and thoroughly; the booking experience was seamless, and we relieved helpful communication through arrival.
The safari experience and lodge could not have been better! My 11- and 12- year old boys were blown away by the lodge, and couldn’t believe we had elephants next to our room within 5 minutes of arriving. The twice daily safari drives were gorgeous and educational. The staff at Umkumbe really took care of us. The food was really good too.
Transfers to and from the lodge were comfortable and on time. Overall a fantastic experience!!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
THE Best!
Our driver, Wilson, was the BEST!!! We headed from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara early one morning. One member of our group was feeling sick. We stopped along the way and shortly after the stop, our sick member vomited explosively inside the vehicle from the back row. Wilson was as cool and calm as a cucumber. He eased into a service station and helped us empty our bags from the vehicle. Within a few minutes, the vehicle was clean, wet clothes were changed, the bags were packed and we were on the road again.
While actually on Safari, I was a little concerned about the steepness of the road while crossing some of the first few dry creek beds along the way. Wilson handled each one with such skill and grace, I had to admit to the rest of our group that Wilson has an impressive skill level and I was able to relax and enjoy the entire safari! From the animals to the panoramic views - Wilson showed us a wide variety of experiences. We look forward to doing this again, soon!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Above and Beyond: Bianca and Craig, My Unforgettable Heroes
Southern African Tours, was chosen by my tour organizer to guide the 14 of us through the captivating sites of Cape Town for the first five days of our 16- day journey. Each of the first three days I spent with Craig as our guide was an extraordinary adventure. He was extremely knowledgeable, flexible, and charismatic. However, fate took an unfortunate turn on the fourth day when I encountered a debilitating accident, rendering me unable to continue the remainder of our scheduled trip. As the tour group carried on without me, leaving Cape Town and me behind, a sense of abandonment overwhelmed me, leaving me unsure of how to navigate this unforeseen predicament.
In the midst of my despair, an unexpected beacon of hope emerged: Bianca and Craig, the epitome of compassion and care. They embraced me as though I were kin, tending to my every need with unwavering devotion. Bianca took charge and swiftly contacted my travel insurance company, leaving no stone unturned to ensure my well-being. She arranged for medical visits, holding my hand throughout the process, and accompanied me on a gentle stroll to the pharmacy, making certain I lacked nothing. Sensing my discomfort, they orchestrated a seamless transition to a charming boutique hotel near their home, surpassing any expectations I held. Bianca even did my laundry!! She rescheduled my return flight and arranged for a wheelchair. She and Craig drove me to the airport, sparing no effort to guarantee a smooth journey back home.
In this ever-chaotic world, where selflessness often feels scarce, Bianca and Craig shone as beacons of hope, guiding me through the darkest moments of my trip. Their actions surpassed the boundaries of their professional obligations, leaving an indelible mark on my heart. I am forever indebted to their unwavering support and profound humanity.
Above and beyond the call of duty, Bianca and Craig exemplified the true essence of heroism, transforming an otherwise traumatic experience into a testament of human compassion. Their unwavering dedication and remarkable care will forever be etched in my memories, a testament to the extraordinary individuals who stepped forward when I needed them the most.