20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lots of fun and very knowledgeable
Having done a lot of research into safaris in Kenya, this was by far the best value especially considering the full itinerary. We had Kikitu and James as our guides and they were just the best! So friendly, so knowledgeable and great company. It was really fun to do the safari with other people as well - we all got on really well and had a laugh. All the food options were great as was the accommodation! Everyone we met were so friendly. We saw so many animals and our guides were able to answer all our questions and more! Would recommend to anyone looking for an incredible safari experience at a great price.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spirit of Kilimanjaro will make your trip unforgettable
I booked a hike to Mount Kilimanjaro (Uhuru Peak) with this company. I was traveling with my three brothers and my 70 year old father. Given his age, we were all worried we would not be able to make it to the top. William assigned us just the right guide to make it happen. All of the staff was outstanding from day one and dedicated to making our journey unforgettable. Our guide (Antipas) suggested some key adjustments to our initial itinerary and took every step possible to ensure our success. The equipment and the food was also amazing. Our experience was so good that we ended up booking a Safari tour with Spirit and it was as great and the trekking experience. I could not recommend more to book your travel with Spirit of Kilimanjaro
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Holiday of a lifetime
We did a 7 day safari. Picked up on Nairobi, 2 nights in Masai Mara, one night in Nakuru, one in Naivasha and 2 in Amboseli. It was a lot of early starts on amazing scenic environments. The early mornings in the park are the best as animals are moving around and not too hot yet. The drivers were ensuring we were seeing everything while being respectful of the animals. They were very knowledgeable and shared their vast experiences, especially Moses. The accomodations were good, especially the Manjaro camp on Amboseli. Henry and the team there were fantastic. Vincent was very communicative throughout and went above and beyond to make the trip special.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great organization and trip support
Had a great experience with Phine Safaris. Kelvin was really supportive during the previous decisions and during the trip and our guide Mr. Julius was extremely nice and kind with us. To organize a trip with them is a great idea in all aspects!!. Thanks!!
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Mixed experience but kept asking for 5 star review
We had a mixed experience on our 4 day safari. Our first three days were very good, but our final day they changed our group and car which led to a lot of sitting on side of road or on curb waiting. We were never communicated with about what was happening. If you have the same group/guide I say you'll have a better experience but we were not told till 10pm before our 6am tour start that we were to have two different groups. We found the communication poor - at the end when they meet you they kept pushing for us to give 5 star review rather than listening to our experience and feedback. The food on the tour was excellent and our jeep was very good.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best experience with the best company
If you want to have an unforgettable experience, go on your safari with Porcupine Expeditions. Initially, we booked for 3 days, but with the amazing service and facilities provided by Ana and Juliana, we ended up staying for 6 days. We’ll definitely be back. 200% recommended. Thank you so much for everything, ladies!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Last minute hotel change and no refund for hotel difference
The night before our tour after receiving our full payment, agency informed us of the hotels for our tour, two-thirds of which were different from the hotels we had initially confirmed. The point is that when we booked our trip more than three months ago, agency clearly wrote the hotels to be stayed at and broke down our total cost into each individual item, including the hotel cost of $3,210. Therefore, it is reasonable for us to know the actual cost of the changed hotels and ask for a refund of the difference, if any. However, when we asked agency to provide the relevant invoice, agency only provided an invoice for one hotel and then never responded again.
They never explained the reason for the hotel change. We had booked and paid a deposit more than three months in advance, but never received notice until the night before our trip. One of the hotels that was in the nature reserve was replaced with one in a town, so we had to spend an extra half day on transportation instead of game-driving. Most importantly, when we wanted to know the actual cost of the hotel, they responded with ignorance and silence.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best experience we could have imagined.
Our 3-day safari to Amboseli and Tsavo West national parks was incredible. Our driver Dan was so knowledgeable, and had an unbelievable knack for finding the exact right spot for animals to walk right in front of our jeep. Communication beforehand was very clear and friendly. Pickup each morning was prompt. Lodging was very comfortable. Would ABSOLUTELY recommend Hyrax as a tour operator!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The Best
My sister and I were guided by Joseph Nyanzi through Uganda to see the chimps and the gorillas. I cannot recommend this company highly enough. My sister had traveled with them in 2018 so it was automatic to use Prime Safaris again. The experience that Cate Makanga planned for us was exactly as we had requested and a great value. The accommodations were the very best; location, comfort, service, security, food.
The experience with the chimps and gorillas was awesome. I never imagined we would be so close to the animals and that we would see so many. I had dreamed of this trip for so long and it did not disappoint.
If you plan a trip with Prime Safaris, request Joseph Nyanzi as your guide. Joseph is very experienced. He seems to know everyone in Uganda and is eager to share his knowledge and patiently answered our endless questions. Everyone we met was warm, friendly and proud of their country and of the nature that they protect.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Tour
15 Days Best of Kenya & Tanzania Safari
This was a wonderful trip with sighting of so many animals that we were continually amazed at the variety. This safari allowed us to get very close to the animals which was very special. I will treasure the viewing of so many lions that we saw on nearly every day of the safari.
The three main guides we had all incredibly knowable on all the wildlife and fauna. This enabled us to enjoy the spectacle of this tour even more. Having the guides assist us with the border crossing was a big help.
The accommodation was of a great standard. Even the tents we stayed in were very comfortable with all amenities. The camp staff who provided escorts back to our tent added a level of added safety. The only exception was the hotel in Nairobi which had a mattress that resembled a hammock
Food at all the camps and hotels was both plentiful and varied. The offerings were mainly buffets with only the camp in Masai Mara offering a choice at mealtimes.
The only disappointment in the whole trip was missing the great migration due to abnormal weather conditions.
Communication with Kenya Tanzania Safaris was at times a little patchy and could be improved.