DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An excelent safari in Kenya The Samburu safari package fulfilled all our expectations. The service
An excelent safari in Kenya
The Samburu safari package fulfilled all our expectations. The service was very good, and the guiding was excellent. The lodging and food at the camps were very good.
TW
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Daigle tours is recommendable
I had a three day tour with Daigle Tours to Mikumi and Udzungwa national parks in January 2017, and I enjoyed the tour very much. From the beginning, Samwel of Daigle Tours always responded to my inquiry email promptly, and my tour guide Kapande (don't mind if incorrect spelling) took good care of me. Thank you Daigle Tours
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome in every way!
After doing some research on the internet we were eventually referred to and contacted Safari specialist. That same day I received an email back from one of their travel planners Joanne offering her assistance in booking our vacation to Africa. We provided Joanne with some basic information about who we were and what we were interested in doing on this trip along with an estimated budget. Joanne's response was amazing her knowledge and suggestions regarding our trip were invaluable. She always promptly responded to any of our questions and concerns. We even contacted her by skype to discuss our trip. I can't say enough about how beneficial she was towards making our trip one of the best experiences ever. Upon our return my wife and I definitely agreed that Joanne's advice and guidance had us fully prepared for all aspects of the trip. All of her bookings for lodging, activities and flights were exceptional and proceeded without any issues. My only concern during this whole process was sending the money by wire transfer to avoid credit card fees but that as well took place without incident. I would highly recommend Joanne and Safari specialist to assist in planning your trip no matter what your budget or itinerary consist of they will provide excellent service.
MX
Trip of a lifetime dream come true
From my first contact with Vanessa in reservations until we were dropped off at the airport this company was excellent. Vanessa was ever so patient answering my 10000+ questions, she offered choices of parks/accommodation and then suggestions when we went over each of the tented camps/lodges that I chose.
We did a 25 day road trip safari thru Kenya and Tanzania. We had 2 guides, one for each country. I cannot say enough about them. They were professional, knowledgeable, patient and truly interested in us. Their knowledge of the animals made a cheetah kill possible, lions and leopards in trees, lions mating, river crossings, the Big 5 several times, birds, repitiles etc etc. Just when we thought we had seen it all, they would find something else to amaze us. My husband became ill and we thought we would have to come home early. The guide contacted the office who suggested changing from our tented camp to a hotel closer to a hospital in case he needed to see a doctor. We did, at no charge to us. The company absorbed the cost of the hotel. They saved our trip. Every pickup when as planned, all the accommodation was exactly as planned and expected. There were no unpleasant surprises. My husband was not excited about this trip, he went for me. But he would go back in a minute, and we would book with Spirit of Kenya again.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Yellow Zebra Safaris listens to their clients and provides them with an experience of a lifetime!
"You can not describe Africa you need to experience it and Yellow Zebra delivers. The logistics of the trip were executed flawlessly from being met on the tarmac in Arusha to be handed off to the Coastal Air pilot in the Northern Serengeti for the trip home.The lodges and bush camps are spectacular and the food in all is fantastic. My trip to Tanzania went beyond my expectations and I need to thank Yellow Zebra for their expertise in making it so."
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Adventure w/ Shadows of Africa
I used Shadows for my first trip to Africa - a Serengeti safari - and had a truly epic experience. Jake and Stacy were incredibly helpful in designing a custom trip that tailored to our interests and budget, and were continuously helpful leading up the trip, responding quickly to my countless!!! questions by email.
Once on the ground in Arusha, our driver Tino picked us up on time and guided us safely through the night to our hotel.
The next morning, our guide (and now friend!) Alex picked us up and set us off on an amazing 6 day adventure. Alex is extremely knowledgeable, speaks great English, and has eyes of a hawk! Driving at 50mph on the dirt roads of the Serengeti, Alex would spot cats stalking in the grass hundreds of yards away (no exaggeration)! Nothing short of incredible! In addition, Alex is great company and my traveling partner and I loved hanging with him in the after hours. ALEX IS YOUR GUY!!!
All in, we saw 4 rhinos, 4 leopards (including one kill a warthog!!!), 10 cheetahs a wildebeest crossing, 75+ lions, and countless elephants, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, gazelle, hyenas etc.
We spent the final few days in Zanzibar relaxing on the beach. Our guide there, Muhammad, was again very knowledgeable, reliable and great to be around. He helped setup a custom day of snorkeling and a fresh fish lunch on the beach, and gave us a super tour around Stone Town.
Victor is the local boots on the ground, and was a key asset to making our adventure seamless. We were in a pinch while in the bush, and somehow Victor was able to help hundreds of miles away. Thanks again Victor!!
The experience was incredible, and Shadows was an essential piece of that puzzle. Will be using them again for my next African adventure, and would recommend to anyone looking to make the journey!!!
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Such a friendly family business who really care about making your holiday the best experience!
Mwajabu and Hello Tanzania truly made our holiday such a great experience! Firstly, she was always available over whatsapp or email to respond to my many queries having never been on a safari before. Our driver Osman was really friendly and got us through the very long drive from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi safely and back to the airport in Dar es Salaam with plenty of time to spare.
Secondly, our driver for the game drive Bob was excellent and very patient. He was a great spotter and even managed to get us up close to a lioness and her three cubs which was an amazing experience. Mwajabu had promised us a private game drive and that was exactly what we were given.
We stayed at Camp Bastian which had a lovely atmosphere. The cottages were clean and cosy. The staff were very welcoming and friendly.
Finally, we only used Hello Tanzania for our first part of our holiday which was the Safari element and booked a trip to Zanzibar separately. I would really recommend booking it all through Hello Tanzania as Mwajabu has many contacts with the airlines and people on Zanzibar. Mwajabu went out of her way and spent ages on the telephone arranging an earlier flight for us from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar even though we had not even booked this part through her company. She then also arranged two drivers, one for a day trip on Zanzibar which she organised for us including a hotel transfer at the end of the day and one for our transfer between terminals in Dar es Salaam which meant all the little pieces of the holiday ran smoothly.
LU
Great and safe !
We made a Gorilla and Chimp Trekking in Uganda and Rwanda. It was incredible to see the Gorillas!Paul was a very nice driver with a big knowledge about the animals! It was a really great Tour. Unforgettable! Thank you Paul! Hope we see us again!
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional Company, everything went well and was as per the agreed through email prior to travel.
Professional Company, their partner Lilian herself came to greet us on our arrival at Hotel in Nairobi. Her response through email and WhatsApp prior to our travel was prompt. An airport pick up was arranged. We (me and my wife) had a wonderful time in Masai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha and Nairobi. Everything was arranged well. She did keep us comfortable the whole trip and did extra mile to take us around in Nairobi and helped with shopping as well. It is a family travel business and she is a trustable respectable lady. Our experience was great and I will recommend Lian Travels to my friends and relatives.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thanks, excellent organisation
Everything worked out very well. I had a good driver, and coming back I still made it to my connecting flight. I was visiting the mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Forest, and I was very lucky. I could see them very, very well!