HK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible and unforgettable journey
We joined on the 8-Day Epic Great Migrations Wildlife Safari with Great Escape Trails in August 2025. It was an incredible and unforgettable journey.
First and foremost, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our tour guide, Tom. He is fun, knowledgeable, and an excellent driver. During the game drives, we spent a lot of time in the car, but Tom's talkative and entertaining nature made the transit times enjoyable. Throughout the 8-day journey, we travelled through various parks, endured rainy days in Serengeti, drove up hills in Ngorongoro, and even climbed over hills to reach Lake Natron. Tom's driving skills were exceptional, and despite my tendency to get carsick, I never felt ill. My friend even managed to sleep well during the transits. Most importantly, the journey was very safe. Heading to Tanzania and having Tom as our guide was truly fortunate. Tom has a keen eye for spotting animals and even birds. Thanks to him, we witnessed many precious moments, such as animal migrations, hunting, feeding, and playing around. Although seeing the migration is not guaranteed, I believe our good weather, luck, and Tom's efforts made it possible. We spent two days waiting for the migration, and just when we were about to give up, Tom's persistence paid off. On the third morning, before leaving Serengeti, we successfully witnessed the migration. I am grateful for his effort and determination!
Secondly, the arrangements were excellent. The parks we visited offered diverse wildlife experiences. I particularly enjoyed our time in Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park. The food and accommodations met our expectations.
Lastly, the staff at Great Escape Trails were friendly and responsive to our inquiries. This was my first time booking a safari, and I feel fortunate to have chosen a great tour company and had the best tour guide ever.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 7 day safari- Masai Mara, Nakuru,Naivasha, Amboseli
We had an amazing time in this 7 days safari package covering Masai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha, Amboseli. Our guide John was great and punctual and made sure we saw almost all the animals in our safaris from pretty close distance. The accommodation in budget friendly camps/ hotels was great as well. There was good food and cleanliness maintained at all places. We got great value out of this trip for the money spent on this safari.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hilltop Travel is a dedicated tour operator that offers unforgettable journeys through Tanzania’s
Amazing day trek on Mt Kilimanjaro
If you'd like a taste of the Mt Kilimanjaro trail without the multi-day commitment, I highly recommend a day trip on the Marangu route with Hilltop Travel My friends from China and I were guided by Denis for a delightful trek through the rain forest up to the first set of overnight Mandara Huts. After a tasty box lunch we continued over and down through the near by crater before heading back down to the gate. The trek gave us a sense of the majesty of the mountain and its climbing challenge at a pleasant pace. The scenery was majestic.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Disappointed with unprofessional handling
I booked a safari tour with Africa Keys based on a glowing recommendation from a friend, so my expectations were high. Unfortunately, the experience didn’t quite live up to the hype.
Local Knowledge: Surprisingly lacking one of the biggest letdowns was the lack of insight into the country itself. Our itinerary included Lake Manyara, which turned out to be a major disappointment. Wildlife was extremely limited, and the park felt more like a detour than a destination.
Food: The meals were consistently underwhelming—bland, poorly prepared, and lacking any local flavor. In a place known for vibrant cuisine, this was a real letdown except in one hotel during our stay. Even more frustrating was the complete lack of responsiveness.
Why I Booked: A Friend’s Recommendation To be fair, I can see how someone might have had a better experience—perhaps with a different guide or itinerary. My friend had a great time, which is why I gave it a shot. Sadly, my trip didn’t reflect the same quality. May be the tour company is only good in Kenya but not in Tanzania.
The Good Bits: The landscapes were stunning, and spotting wildlife in their natural habitat was unforgettable. That part of Africa never disappoints. But the tour company didn’t enhance the experience—they just got us from point A to B.
Overall If you’re considering for good safari experience, I’d suggest doing a bit more research. The magic of Africa deserves a team that truly understands and celebrates it.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime!
Our group of 8 booked a customized tour directly with Cuckoo Safari. They were able to accommodate all our requests and make this a trip of a lifetime. We would 100% recommend them - you will not regret it!
We really appreciate the choice of accommodations and the great communication. Simon and Tatenda were available to answer any questions quickly via WhatsApp. It was the best level of service we have experienced on a group tour. All our guides were spectacular - Blessing, Shelton, Bheki, Lewis, Teach, Evans and especially Simon-who was with us from start to finish and really went above and beyond to make the trip memorable and special.
The variety of activities made the trip an exciting adventure, from seeing the Big 5 on the Safari drives at Hwange and Chobe (Botswana) and the rhino walk (Matobo) to hiking the Ancient City, enjoying the dinner cruise on the Zambezi, hiking the beauty of Matobo, and experiencing Victoria Falls up close and by helicopter. Thanks Cuckoo Safari & Simon for the trip of a lifetime!
ID
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best service and best experience with Sereland !
An unforgettable experience, thank you to Sereland for its excellent service, making this safari moments the best memories for me and friends. The accommodation was quite satisfying, although not all our wishes could be fulfilled because the booking time was too close to the migration season. The safari was 5D/4N, but unfortunately we only saw 4 of the big five there. We understand because it is nature. We are grateful that we were lucky enough to be able to see the migration process Mara River .
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Big 5 in 48 hrs
We did a 3 week bespoke tour with Discover Africa and specifically Devryn Panaino. South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana game parks. Our group of 6 had a fantastic time as the itinerary was top notch, transfers smooth and now we can’t wait to go back. We were nervous about small plane transfers but it was very smooth and professional service. In fact put Aussie’s Jetstar in the shade. We saw all the animals big 5, ugly 5, small 5 and everything in between. Would definitely recommend this company and Devryn. Hot tip be prepared to spend a bit of money it’s worth it for a truly unique experience.
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Tarangire National Park by Idoia
We were able to see a lot of elephants and beautiful baobab trees.
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Serengeti National Park by Idoia
We were able to see wild life in action: cheetahs hunting, lio, cheetahs and leopard cubs, active hippos.
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Ngorongoro Crater by Idoia
You can find a lot of wild life in a relative small place.