50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
a beginners guide to east africa
from the masai mara to amboseli, the south of kenya is a wildlife enthusiasts heaven. i had never been to east africa before and this was my first trip into the dark continent. i realised very quickly it was'nt going to be a matter of just buy a plane ticket, book a nairobi hotel and lob up. it would require a little more planning if i wanted to maximise my limited time there. so with this in mind i searched through lots of advertised safaris looking for the best balance to suit my needs. i came up with two separate safaris with two different safari companies, the first being masai mara which i chose to fly in and out of rather than waste the best part of two days driving in and out, also i was intrigued to be flying over the great rift valley and received an expansive view of the same so this turned out to be a great decision and while costing a little more meant that when i was collected from the airstrip inside the reserve the drive to the hotel/camp was effectively a game drive in itself. i then chose the drive in and out option for my second safari which was to amboseli as it is closer to nairobi and i wanted to experience the journey through the kenyan countryside as well as the nature reserves. while the many animals you will encounter are similar in both parks the habitats are vastly different, adding a dimension of flavour to my experience which i was not expecting, the masai mara is large open savanah while amboseli is mainly a large wetland being fed from the snows of kilimanjaro. both destinations displayed their unique charms gloriously. i did not deliberately choose to use use two different tour companies but as i had decided to do two separate safaris i researched them individually and i am happy to report that both tour providers were exemplary in both communication and organisation earning multiple five star reviews each. if you are a newbe to africa and looking for a safari then i can recommend kenya as a very well organised and hospitable destination for this activity.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mind-blowing experience
It was a mind blowing experience I have ever imagined.
And I've managed to create from video to trailer.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a fantastic tour in every way
I had an excellent experience on my first African safari with Wilderness Safaris. The tour guides were a little difficult to understand and missed a lot of what they were saying. I had V.I.P. treatment throughout the whole safari . I it was just two of us the whole time . I couldn’t have asked for better treatment. However on the last day of our trip we didn’t get to go on the last game drive in the morning and didn’t get the box lunch to go . I would recommend Pembury tours to everyone and Kerry did a great job of arranging everything to perfection. All the accommodations were beautiful and we had great service everywhere . We got to see so many animals including the big five. Communication between me and Kerry was very good and answered any questions I had.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything I dreamed it would be
Our first safari is unforgettable thanks to Super Eagle Tours!
Communication: Daisy was very communicative and thorough when emailing back and forth during our planning of our 8 day safari. She gave much reassurance we were in good hands and made this daunting process so easy.
Service: they greeted us with warm welcomes in their office when we arrived. From there we knew we were in good hands. The driver in Kenya and the driver in Tanzania (with sister company) were both professional and went above and beyond to ensure we saw the big 5 (which we did) and the great migration of the wildebeest.
Value: for a midrange package I believe the lodges were very sufficient for our standards. All 4 accommodation stays were very pleasant , very good food, and clean camps! We stayed at Kibo camp (Amboseli park Kenya) , shushiba camp (Serengeti park TZ) , rhino lodge (ngorongoro crater TZ) , and the charity hotel (Arusha TZ) . I believe we got a good value
Reliability: the drivers were punctual and anything we needed, we received in a timely manner.
Overall, I would recommend Super Eagle tours for planning your Safari in either or both Kenya and Tanzania. They will help ensure you a great tour!! You won’t regret booking with Super Eagle tour I promise
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simon and Eddie exceeded our expectations and made us feel like family.
They were very knowledgeable about all the birds and animals we saw on safari. They made us feel at home and like family. I would recommend them to any one looking for more then just sightseeing.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Remarkable in every way ( organized, caring, reliable)
I joined friends who had already chosen Rustic safari so I did not ask questions or read too much about this company or the proposed itinerary. I trusted them and kept the surprise. I was not disappointed! What an incredible trip it was! Beyond the perfect itinerary, it was the human aspect that truly impressed me in particular the care of Sylvester, our guide and co-owner of Rustic Safari, to ensure that each of us lived its dream having fun pleasure. My friends arrived 1 day later than expected. Sylvester and his team quickly reacted to make changes to the itinerary so that I can start the safari and not waste my time. They also made sure to organize everything for my friends (transfer etc.) Sylvester also listened and adjusted remarkably to our situation. My friends lost their luggage including items to facilitate the transportation of my friend who is a person with reduced mobility. Sylvester once again reacted perfectly by finding solutions and reassuring her. He did everything with his team working with the travel agent to find the luggage’s. It also adapted to our more relaxed rhythm allowing everyone to appreciate the beauty of Africa. Pole pole 😁 He brought a touch of lightness helping us realize that everything was "Acuna matata". He participated in our crazy fun moments. We laughed a lot, his Quebec accent helped! He patiently answered all our questions even if he has probably repeating them over and over given his years of guiding safaris. He is passionate and has a real love for his country, his company and his team, the safari, animals, his people etc. Rustic Safari bears his name because authenticity is at the heart of this company. Do you want to live an encounter with Tanzania? His people? Her beauty? Live a dream safari without hassle? You are in good hands with Sylvester and his team. I am sincerely convinced that Rustic safari will be at your disposal to accompany you on this trip of a lifetime! This meeting touched my heart. Even after a few weeks back in Canada, I still carry this connection within me. Don't wait any longer! We have a life to live and this one, believe me, will be more complete following a trip to Tz organized and accompanied by Rustic Safari. It was well worth the money 😁
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A professional and affordable tour operator.
My family needed a weekend getaway, and Blends of Africa was quick to put together a sensible itinerary for Amboseli National Park. Oilepo was a great stay, and we loved the a la carte fresh meals, and James, the chef always came round to inquire about the food experience. Muli Alex was an awesome guide, obviously very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna, explaining interesting wildlife facts at every pause.
I plan to go on a longer safari again with this company in the future
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent and friendly
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Duncan made our Amboseli safari tour a dream come true. Not only was he skilled behind the wheel, but his warm and friendly personality made us feel like we were on an adventure with a friend. He went out of his way to ensure everyone in the group had a great time, even staying a little longer at certain spots when we wanted to take more photos. Can’t wait to book another safari with him.
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was really nice and Miss Ameena made it good
I had an amazing time and learned a bunch of fun, everyone was understanding and caring, Miss Ameena had also been a huge help
KR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
professional and helpful
It was my first time visiting tanzania and playing a gamedrive, so I was half worried and half excited, but the guide gama was kind and detailed, so I was able to enjoy a pleasant four-day tour.
