35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Was an amazing family experience . Red African safari’s did the most amazing job!
Red African safari’s was superb with their response time,communications of our itinerary and what to expect or bring on our tour . We were so happy with our trip
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable and flexible
An operator I would not hesitate to use another time. Our guide had a wide-ranging knowledge of wildlife and nature - the most knowledgeable I had during my stay, and others in my group were of the same opinion. Everyone I communicated with was friendly, and they were able to accommodate my dietary wishes.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We are seasoned travellers amd this was our favorite vacation ever! Top notch service and experience
We had a trip of a lifetime with our guide Junior (Godlisten) of Earthlife expeditions. All staff very very helpful and went the extra mile many times during our adventure. Our luggage was delayed 4 days and our guide purchased clothing and basics for us so that we could enjoy our first few days, he even gave my fiance his own clothes to wear (shirt, shorts, sandals) and then drove hours to pick our luggage up that was a detour from our itineray while we rested at our homestay. Our itinerary was a dream, we saw everything and so much more than we hoped. Our guide was very talented at positioning the vehicle and reading animal behaviors for extraordinary photo opportunities, I noticed we had better vantage points often than other safari vehicles. All accomodations were excellent. We asked for a trip to Kilimanjaro and a local village homestay and these were added on without any issues to our itinerary. We met many local people and had a wonderful cultural experience in addition to the safari that was authentic and private. I was very impressed with the skills and talents of our guide, he was fluent in 5 languages, a mechanic and handy man (which is important on the rough roads), great help negotiating at local markets and with guides. I have a keen interest in agriculture and ethnobotany and Junior made sure I had many opportunities to learn, including an improptu bush walk with the local Masai people to learn about medicinal plants. We had a surreal experience of coming uncomfotably close to a lioness while at an observation point in a park out of the vehicle (a place permitted to be out) and he was calm, and instucted us on what to do in a way that minimized our stress and fears, the lioness continued on her way, an experience we won't soon forget! Junior cleaned the vehicle every day and there was a fridge and charging ports in the car which were muchly appreciated as camera batteries don't last long with all the photo opportunities. We shopped around with several companies and feel we had excellent value and a wonderful safari vacation with Earthlife. At the conclusion of our safari they even booked our domestic flight to Zanzibar and met us at the airport with our tickets and arranged transport to our next hotel even though our tour with their company had concluded. We highly recommend and are grateful for the memories and experience we had!
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome !!!!
It was a wonderful trip, the guide, the organization, the welcome in lodges, nothing to say perfect and to finish the cherry on the trip in Zanzibar in the NUR beach, the staff, the managers, of a kindness and an availability.
Asante to all the team ' Hors pistes '!!
PL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Grwat trìp
We were on 2 days safari tour to Tsavo East. The driver was polite and helpful. He knew that we were interested in see lions, so he was trying to find the lion. And he found :) We recommend this company.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Most Amazing Experience!!!
From the very beginning Africa Tours Adventure stood out from the rest. Nicholas was very prompt with all of his email responses and they were the only tour company to give the option of ending the tour in Kigali, Rwanda. Kayi our guide was extremely knowledgeable and went above and beyond for us throughout the whole trip. We could not have asked for a better tour guide! Gorilla trekking was one of the most amazing things I've ever experienced and I could not recommend this tour company enough!
NG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
It was a wonderful and unique experience!! Ibrahim organised everything perfect and out driver Mapengo was fun to be with and with his experience helped us see the big five!! Recommend Afrishare to everyone!!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent experience!
This tour experience was EXCELLENT, from our friendly and helpful guide Aroni, to the very comfortable "glamping" accommodations at the Mara, to the unique experience driving over the VERY rough roads both getting to and inside the reserve, to the surprisingly excellent (and vegetarian-friendly) meals provided throughout.
Having gone in March, the Mara wasn't as full of migrating animals as it is at other times of year, but Aroni was excellent at getting us up close to many of them nonetheless, including several sightings of elusive cats (lion and leopard). It turned out that we ended up seeing lots more than some others we chatted with at the camp who were part of other safari groups.
The one DISAPPOINTMENT of the trip is that the safari company needs to update the description of this safari. Due to geological changes that flooded the lake with lots of fresh water, Lake Nakuru is (sadly) no longer the flamingo-filled "Pink Lake" that it's claimed to be in the description. Visiting that park was still enjoyable, but I think the company needs to update either the safari itself or its description.
Finally, while we usually try to avoid expensive tours and plan our own trips, this is one where you NEED a tour! Driving in Kenya isn't for the faint of heart. Traffic, directions, road conditions, lack of reliable cell service (especially out in/near the Mara), and an inability to communicate with other safari drivers about sightings in the park are all important reasons to NOT go this one alone!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Another fantastic experience with Amazing Memories Safaris
Amazing Memories Safaris has become to me like an extension of my family (all positive). Anne and Joseph are a wonderful couple whose skills complement each other to make sure no detail is missed. I had such a pleasant experience with them in March, 2017 that there was no question about choosing them again and no need to get additional quotes because their pricing is very fair.
Even though this was my eighth trip to Kenya, there are always a few questions that come up. Anne is prompt to respond with the answers. I had chosen my own itinerary and lodging for this trip. But we got a big curve ball the day before I was to leave the states. Anne notified me that the camp where I was to stay five nights (Offbeat Mara - where I stayed last year) had been flooded and they told her I would have to find other accommodations. Anne immediately sent me an email to let me know. I felt a panic. She suggested two other places for me to consider that were comparable prices. I looked at their reviews, got back to her with my choice, and she immediately confirmed my new lodging. Offbeat had a special offer of getting one night free when paying for three. Unfortunately, Eagle View did not offer this. When the change was made, Anne informed me that Amazing Memories would take care of that added cost. Thanks to her quick action, it all worked out.
On arrival into Nairobi, Anne, Joseph, and another Joseph (my Nairobi guide) were there to greet me with big hugs and smiles. After the long flights and the late hour, it is so nice to see such welcoming people waiting. The trip to the Fairview Hotel was short and they made sure everything was perfect on check in. We discussed my arrangements for the next day for my pick up time by Joseph in order to do some shopping and visit my elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust both for the 11am public visit as well at the adoptive parent visit at 5pm.
After the evening elephant visit, Joseph and I met Anne and Joseph at the Carnivore restaurant where I was treated to a lovely dinner and great conversation. Such a special time.
Joseph N., my Nairobi guide, that I first met in 2014, is amazing at navigating the traffic in Nairobi. His pleasant personality and sense of humor go a long way to making you feel at home.
Communication with the camps was perfect. On arrival, they all knew I preferred a tent with a full size bed and what my dietary requirements were.
As a photographer, my guide Daniel, who I have traveled with 4 times, is a real gem. He is an excellent spotter, even in challenging situations. As a photographer himself, he knows how to position the vehicle to get the best shots. He's a great conversationalist, and always fun to travel with.
When arriving back into Wilson from Meru, I changed airlines. Joseph, my Nairobi driver, was waiting for me to assist with the transfer. There was a three layover between the flights so I was taken to Aero Club to enjoy lunch. The food there was very good.
On my final day in Kenya, Anne met me at Wilson after my flight from the Mara, with driver Joseph. She wanted to know how everything went, especially at Eagle View which was not my initial choice. All went fantastic. She was also able to extend the Eka hotel regular day room check out time from 6pm to 7:30pm which really was nice and gave me time to repack and have some food before I was taken to the airport for my midnight flight.
I can't say enough good things about Amazing Memories Safaris. They are extremely professional, going above and beyond to make sure every part of your trip expectations are met perfectly. They are much more than a tour operator. Their warm, welcoming hospitality is yet another reason why I return to Kenya over and over.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mussa could not have been a better guide.
Mussa combined everything we would have hoped for in a guide. He was knowledgeable, capable, responsible, conscientious, resourceful, and had a good sense of humor. I was a little concerned in that we would be spending so much time with another person whether or not we would get along but Mussa really had the right balance of character to make our trip so memorable and wonderful. It was better than I had hoped for and he was always open to our schedule and what we wanted to see. He was very responsive to our needs even if it was just to have a mellow quiet afternoon. We were in good hands and would do another tour with him in a heartbeat.