ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great overall experience
Nick did a fantastic job at arranging a great overall experience for us. He was very communicative and insightful and everything went very smoothly for us. Highly recommend!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply put, it was the best African Safari!
We were a group of 14 lads from London who traveled to Kenya for the first time. We managed to find Noah and his company Wildebeest Safaris online after some intense research. From the first hello to the final goodbye, Noah and his team took great care of us all. We had 2 drivers for the Safari duration; Eustace and Noah's brother, Dennis. Both were amazing, knowledgeable, down to earth and chilled, and made our trip very easy and practical throughout. They had great knowledge about the Mara and where to find animals, and just in general, they were both genuine. Noah definitely takes into consideration everything you want or need from start to finish, he takes pride in making your trip tailored for you, and he is very approachable and easy to get in contact with should there be any issues (which there weren't). I will be returning at some point and will be booking again with Noah no doubt! We booked our safari about a month before we arrived, and I actually didn't know what to expect, but everything was perfectly fine and went smoothly. We managed to see pretty much every animal the Mara has to offer including Elephants, Giraffes, Zebras, Gazelle, Topi's, Lions, Hippos, Leopards with cubs, Warthogs aka Pumba from The Lion King, and many more! Overall, I have traveled to many countries, but I have to say this has been my best experience and holiday till today. I would encourage everyone to visit Kenya and do a safari in Masai Mara through Wildebeest Safaris and Noah!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good Time Safaris Ltd is a RIP-OFF!!
Must sadly agree with others we were conned by Victor Godwin. Consider yourself warned if you book with him. Had the EXACT same experience as others:
We (a party of three) agreed to a safari itinerary via email communication and paid in advance, all inclusive. When we went on the safari, Victor called and asked if I could please pay for park entry fees. He promised to reimburse me once we got back to Arusha. Now the problem is that the drivers do not have funds for the park entry fees so you have no other option than to pay or not enter the park. Of course, he does not refund your additional expenses.
On our trip we had two vehicles on the tour, one for the three of us (a couple and an individual) and the other for a family. Long story short, he played the parties against each other, for park admission, hotel accommodation upgrades, etc. Each of us got taken for $600, for a total of $1800. The other family actually ended up missing their flight for a trip to Zanzibar!! When confronted, Victor claimed he would reimburse us all. We suspected, however, that being thousands of miles away in the US, we would never see that money.
It’s been 10 months since our safari. He stopped responding to my emails and we’ve never been reimbursed. I couldn’t make a claim against my credit card, as I didn’t pay Victor as part of the tour, but paid for entry directly to a park.
Victor is not a member of Tanzania Tour Operators Association. Make sure your tour operator is part of this organization. This essentially means that they are not able to help any customers who might have problems with Victor. Another reason for staying completely clear of this guy.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fabulous!!
We are back in Canada and dealing with jet lag, but just wanted to say thank you for a wonderful trip that you arranged for us! Richard did an amazing wine tour for us, and the hotels you arranged were fabulous! We loved Majeka, and O on the Kloof was funky and fun to stay at - we just wished we'd had more time to stay at both! We'll definitely recommend you for friends visiting and we will be back in a couple of years too! Thanks for everything.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
African Adventure Specialists will fulfill your dreams and will change your life forever.
There is absolutely nothing but positive things that I can say about this entire group. I had the pleasure of dealing with Martin, Andre and Winnie and they take all of your worries and concerns away by managing your trip from top to bottom with the utmost professionalism, knowledge, customer service and FUN that you could possibly imagine. From the airport pickup to the airport dropoff (which leaves you feeling as if you are leaving friends and family behind) everything is arranged to your specifications and more. Their knowledge of the history, customs, animals, food, destinations, etc. is beyond your expectations. My niece and I spent a full day in Nairobi before a safari in Samburu and another in the Maasai Mara. Our day in Nairobi was full of adventure and fun and everything flowed perfectly. We were allowed as much or as little time as we wanted at each destination and at the end of the day, we knew that AAS had arranged the perfect day for us, based on our interests. The hotel in Nairobi was excellent and Martin was even nice enough to spend a lot of time the week we were on safari trying to retrieve a toiletry bag that I left at the hotel. He went way and above the call of duty to do that for me. We stayed at Elephant Bedroom Camp in Samburu and it was spectacular. They call it Elephant Bedroom Camp for a reason - the elephants enjoy a stroll through the camp, leaving you with the most exhilarating feeling that you can imagine to have an elephant join you for breakfast! From Samburu, we went to the Mara and stayed at my favorite camp, the Mara Ngenche. I have stayed there several times and it never disappoints, no matter how many times I go back. I literally cannot say enough wonderful things about this team and the experience of a lifetime that they arrange for you. The entire process is seamless and perfectly executed with the nicest people I've met in my lifetime. Thank you to Martin, Andre and Winnie for making our dreams a reality and even better than expected.
FI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded our expectation! Flexible, customized tours beyond the usual.
Nick is very professional and prompt. One of the many things we did appreciate is not only he responds quickly to our inquiries but he gave detailed explanations. Buya-buya is also flexible and went the extra mile with our requests. We felt secured and safe during our tours with buya buya. I would recommend everyone to support small company like buya buya because it will make your tours more personal.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great staff, amazing sights
I enjoyed the trip to Masai Mara and time we spent in Nairobi. Our drivers were friendly and helpful, and became more than just drivers but spent time with us as we explored the city and the nightlife. They were flexible in their schedules to accommodate our plans, and spent large parts of the day with us.
The safari time was amazing, the guide was very knowledgeable, and we had a great time. The accommodations were actually nicer than I anticipated, which was a little disappointing. It may sound strange, but I was hoping for a more authentic experience vs. staying in a very nice resort that only caters to rich tourists. The trip to the Masai village was good, but it felt a little like the whole town was set up to cater to tourists vs. just the way that regular people lived. I suppose there is no way to avoid that since we were foreigners paying for the experience.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Safari: Safe trip and an experienced, caring driver
We booked a 5-Day/4-Night Safari (Tarangire National Park, Serengeti, Ngorongoro) with Migration Ventures in January 2018 and are still very happy that we chose that company!
Communications ahead of the safari were very friendly and focused. For non-African customers it is important to keep in mind that you have to make an international banking transaction if you don’t want book via a travel agency.
The service before the trip left no wishes open but the best thing was that we had an extraordinary friendly and engaged driver/guide!
Ninah gave us the feeling of safety throughout the whole safari! We felt that he really liked his work and to be in the nature, with us and close to the animals. As a studied wildlife expert he was able to tell many interesting and informative background info about the whole Tarangire, Ngorogoro and Serengeti environment.
I can highly recommend Migration Venture and would book another safari at the company without hesitation. Thanks again to Amos, who managed our preparations and especially to Ninah, who as our trustworthy driver made this an unforgettable experience for us!
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Our fifth time with EastCape Safaris
I found Lynn from EastCape Tours by incident via internet in 2013. From then on she booked already 5 tours for me, my family and friends. Always reliable, in time, professionell and very good recommendations. Also very calm when I again changed my mind and tour ;-). This year we have been at Pilanesberg, Limpopo Province, Swasiland, Umshlanga, Garden Route, and Westcape. Hilarious tour and we will come back latest 2019!
And last but not least a big thank you for Carla while Lynn has been on maternity leave!!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Northern Circuit Safari
Our safari with Regional Tours was incredible. We had a 5 day private safari, incorporating Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorogoro Crater. Our guide, Haroun, was wonderful and was very knowledgeable. He was always happy and friendly, and made a real effort to ensure we got to see all the things we hoped for.
The accomodation throughout the safari was excellent, and so was the food!
I would recommend Regional Tours to anybody looking to book a Tanzanian Safari. It really was the holiday of a lifetime and we loved every minute of it!