SI
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice people and a wonderful nature
We were on a 7-days private safari tour in Tanzania and visited southern parks. No mass tourism on the south. These parks are very nice, just the distance between them is so long that I would recommend adding two days more to fully enjoy parks. Not a lot of tourists gives you additional moments to be more connected with nature. Driving from one park to another, we saw a lot of towns, villages, and forests. Weather was nice, little windy, low humidity. In the evening, long sleeves and long trousers are nice and protect against mosquitos. Additional protection against mosquitos were handkerchiefs with 30% DEET, and this combination was good protection. Don't drink tap water, but you have enough bottled water everywhere. Use this water also for washing teeth and you will be on sure side against hepatitis A, typhoid and similar diseases. Mid-range lodges were nice, with mosquito nets. Service in those lodges was very good, just in Ruaha Hilltop Lodge drivers were not allowed to have dinner with us, what was for me unrealistic. After requesting an additional seat at the table for the driver, we could have the meal together. Our driver Ibra was very professional. He has a lot of experience to find animals in secret places. Taking an evening boat trip on Rufiji River was fantastic. The morning walking safari accompanied by the armed ranger in Selous was unforgettable. In general, Selous, Ruaha, and Mikumi have nice scenery, nice wildlife, and are very impressive. Shortly, the organization of the trip with Wildness Safari Tanzania was good. Just ask for a good, comfortable car.
PT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was our first safari, it was very good, we spent 5 stupendous days.
Tanzania is a typical African country, which bets on nature tourism, and from what I could observe, well, because everything I expected, came true.
It is a beautiful country, with a huge wildlife at hand, where you feel how precious it is to maintain, beautiful.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience of a lifetime.
Absolutely stunning seeing the wildlife roaming free in its natural habitat. We visited in Kenya's winter months so the weather was ideal for us - not too hot.
Our accommodation was fine, tented but with "en suite" shower and bathroom. The food was remarkably good in the circumstances even the morning when the electricity generator failed.
The star of the show was our guide, Peter, who was knowledgeable, funny and very considerate throughout our time with him.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
IMPECABLE SERVICES, INSPITE OF THE WARNINGS!
I found the warning after paying my entire safari and got quite nervous, but I am glad to write that our safari was perfectly organized and delivered.
The predeparture communication was clear and quick; we were given all mobiles associated with whatsapp and I received answers to my many questions.
Nondi, our driver, met us at the airport in Dar at 1am and helped us to buy sim cards and change money.
We met again at 5.30 and drove to the Selous wilderness camp,4 hours, safely and carefully.
The Camp is great, across the Rufiji, 20 minutes away from the Selous gate in a superb location on the river.
Our tent was big with 3 beds and an open air shower.
The staff is lovely and made us feel at home; Freddi, Sifuni, Ludovick and Kenneth were the highlight of our stay.
Food was simply excellent, and we Italians are not easy to please;-)
The jeep sits six, but once we were by ourselves. We stayed 5 nights and did 3 full day game drives. Most people stay 2 nights, but after coming all the way from Roma we wanted to explore the park and enjoy its remoteness.
The Company organized also our flights to Pemba.
I am sorry for those who had a bad experience and I am quite puzzled about it, since in our case all the services were extremely professional. We thank Africa Remote Safaris for a once in a lifetime experience!
JP
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good experience
I joined the tour alone. First day, they didn’t come waiting place until meeting time. I waited in the lobby more than 1 hour and half.
However totally it was good. Staffs are friendly and the cost is not bad.
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Hekima Safari
If you wanna get an amazing safari tour, you should choose Hekima team. Communication with Hekima team before our safari tour was always without any problem. They always answered our questions, were very helpful and friendly :) and it was before our arrival. When we arrived to Arusha, all staff in Hekima House were very friendly and you feel like when you come to visit your friends,... They were really nice to us and made a great program how to get to know Arusha better. It was never boring! Also food was very delicious and various. The safari was just a dream ❤️ Experience, adventure,... We had amazing time during the safari tour, you can not be hungry or unsatisfied,.. Hekima is great professional company, they organise unbelievable safari tour for you!! There is nothing you will miss it.They really took care of us. I would book safari again just with you, really to recommendation ❤️
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari
Our guide (Gerry) is professional and friendly. The safari can be tailored on your time and budget and They respond quickly on any questions you have.
My only recommendation is to avoid the Lobo Wildlife Lodge at Serengeti Nord, we felt sick due to the food eaten there...Anyway Savannah was very helpful in solving the issue we had.
on the other hand, ask for Mbugani Camp in Central Seregeti, it is just perfect.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We were extremely happy with the organised nature of the Botswana Safaris and Victoria Falls Tour.
Excellent services provided with absolute efficiency.
We travelled as a Family and enjoyed the game drives undertaken by one of the best trekkers.
The authentic nature of Safari was complemented by the Bushman Operated Tents in Okavango.
We also enjoyed our stay in Chobe River lodge which had a wonderful natural settings all around.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
One of the best as have several safaris but this crowned it all.
All Excellent , We cannot say enough great things about our Safari experience in Kenya and Tanzania with this tour company. From the very first quick response email and detail to our customized trip, to our guides (both Samuel & Santos are awesome!)
My wife and I traveled to East Africa in June 2019 and we had the chance to live the essence of Africa - its beautiful and different landscapes, its amazing wildlife species and its different cultural people. We did a 10 ten day safari covering Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Amboseli National Parks. The accommodation options throughout the safari which were a mixture of lodges and tented camps suggested by Denis turned out to be excellent and unique in their own way and their food first class.
Our Kenya-based driver, Samuel stayed with us for 5 nights throughout the Kenya portion. As a guide he was very reliable, knowledgeable & friendly. Santos, our Tanzania driver (subcontracted by a Tanzanian operator) was super excellent and equally made our safari interesting.
Overall we were highly satisfied with Bushtop Safaris, they genuinely tried to make us have a great time. We certainly would recommend Bushtop Kenya Safaris any day any time!
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everything works perfect
Reservation process from Spain was simple. Great communication via email and/or WhatsApp.
Relationship price, service and accommodation has been very good.
Everything worked as we booked.
Guide was very gently.
Simply perfect.