US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
East Africa Wild made our Tanzania safari dreams come true!
East Africa Wild provided us with an experience turning what we thought would be once-in-a-lifetime, bucket list trip to an unforgettable trip that we hope to re-experience soon - only with more days and more stops next time!
Initially skeptical of the many companies offering similar services, Alym put us in touch with another couple in New York who answered my questions and provided reassurance - and they had even visited the same places we wanted to go. Alym was responsive, informative, patient, and ultimately able to accommodate our needs and itinerary within our narrow and specific time frame. We had specific demands regarding the locations that we wanted to see and the accommodations I chose where we insisted on staying, and we were able to do it all, thanks to Alym. Our trip went just as planned, which is to say, much better than we could have expected.
Our guide and driver, Mr. Letawo, was amazing. He has been a guide for years (decades?) and knew where to go, what to see, and answers to a million questions every step of the way. He made sure we saw what most never get to see - zebra trying to cross the Mara, a "cat" fight, the "big 5," and wildebeest crossing the Seronera River. He was easy to get along, accommodating with all of my picture-taking and finding the best possible sites and photo shots, and was very knowledgable.
I highly recommend East Africa Wild - and Alym - to anyone who is trying to plan a trip to Tanzania (and already have) and Mr. Letawo to everyone who wants to go with a private guide.
JM
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic Experience- Highly recommended.
Highly professional and courteous Tour Agency. My wife and I had an unforgetable experience touring the Masai Mara for three days. Our guide Patrick was very knowledgeable and really made every effort to ensure that we saw all the best wildlife and points of interest. The camp was very comfortable also and we really got more than expected for our budget. The management of the company is very professional and are more than willing to help you get the best package for your budget and taste in Safari tours and accommodations.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thorough, caring, personal
This was my first time using a tour company: I prefer to organize my trips myself, and don't really want to sit on a bus with 20 other people looking at the same things thousands of people have seen.
But this was my first visit to Africa. I had a general idea of what I wanted to see/experience, but how to get from here to there, where to stay: I filled 10 pieces of paper with dates, flights, rental car and lodge info... I couldn't coordinate everything.
I can't remember how I got to their site, but I saw that they had generally what I wanted ("8 night Kruger/Victoria Falls/Zambezi.") I got in touch, and thus began a multiweek correspondence with Darren Humphrys. Darren said that they could personalize my trip, and Zambezi became Okavango.
It was a huge load off my mind to be met at the airport, taken to the place I was staying,, taken to the airport, and met at the next place. To be handed off to the next stage of the trip was a great comfort.
Part one of the journey couldn't begin until I got myself to Cape Town International Airport. For some reason the airline called Darren to say that I hadn't checked in when in fact I had. Darren sent me an email that said that if I didn't make the flight there was another I could take. He had time of flight and how to get to the lodge I was scheduled to stay at. He even called my number in the United States, a fact I didn't learn until I returned home and turned my phone on.
Again, I'm someone who prefers an independent trip. Compass Odyssey walked that fine line between making me feel like I was taking an independent trip and the comfort of, if something went wrong, they were there to make things right. I felt like I was their only client.
NO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Totally impressed!
Our first visit of Africa was to destination Kenya and later to Tanzania a safari we entitled Denis and his team of Africa Vacation Safaris to handle. Prompt replies to emails all times in less than an hour. Accurate information gave very valuable advice on the type of accommodation when we seemed to have no clue. The safari part was as excellent. From pickup which was as planned. We met Joseph at the airport who was to be our guide throughout the Kenya side of the safari. He loves his job and really understand everything he is doing. He gave us more than we would have expected from this small company. Denis kept in touch with us throughout the journey especially when we crossed to Tanzania and changed to their Tanzania representatives who were also very good. I would like to recommend this company. Let them plan your Africa Visit and you will thank me later.
Thank you Africa Vacation Safaris
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Incredible experience of wildlife with a knowledgeable and friendly guide
Fun experience that went beyond our expectations of hospitality, professionalism and personal attention.
SE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
In this my fifth safari I made new experiences; spectacular, breathtaking, silent moments.
We had an allover good safari! High expectations, high delivery. Every day ended upp with a highlight. Espacially I remember the elephants, walking in the morning around our car. Alltogether 18. Marvellous!
Our guides and drivers James and Justus were exellent. I don´t know what too admire the most. The roads were affected by rain, but I felt secure all the time.
NZ
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great Company to deal with!
Rade and Simon have worked hard to make this one of the top tour operations running out of Arusha. We have used their vehicles and guides for a number of years and have had no problems at all.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing safari Adventure
The communication (E-mail) with Anthony during preparation of our trip went smooth: quick responses, good information.it was all nice. From the manager to driver. We spent a unique experience. A special mention to the guide as he gave us all the knowledge and explanation regarding the amazing scene we witnessed
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic 3 days private Safari in Masai Mara with our guide Francis
Naomi was great! We booked the safari very last minute, just the day before, and Naomi was able to organize everything at the top of the service.
Our guide Francis picked us up early in the morning and was great in organzing the entire game drives. We did the first game drive in the late afternoon and had a glimpse of the beautiful panorama of the Masai Mara. The next morning we had a whole day game drive. We were able to see all the animals at sunrise and it was beautiful! We had lunch under a tree in this amazing park and continued discovering animals and nature in the afternoon.
The last day we had an early game drive and drove back to Nairobi.
I highly recommend the amazing service of Naomi. The hotel was also great and beautiful.
It’ really worth it!!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
10 Days Kenya Safari
As ten friends we cannot regret for choosing Bison Safaris for our 10 day safari in Kenya which included 6 days safari and 4 days in the Kenyan Coast
We stayed in Mara Sopa Lodge a very warm lodge with great service and at Baobab Resort in Diani
We want to thank Maggie for the recommendation of units which really worked well with our budget.
We had an excellent driver Nicholus who told us many things about the wildlife.
Bison Safaris rates are also very competitive since we compared with other agencies before making final booking and they had the best offer.
We advise to book the Bison Safaris and to Bison Safaris team and Maggie we say Thank you for job well done.