FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing !
The safari tour was amazing! We experienced some delay with our flights but our guide did in function. He was just Perfect, he give us information about the country, the people etc... the park was incredible, seeing wild animals in their environment is just awsome.
We recommend this safari tour.
IN
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Right from our first contract over e mail Andre was helpful and very professional. Always on call
This was my first experience with a tour operator. Glad we chose this company. The 9-day tour was designed to my requirements with a budget I could afford.
All transportation was above expectations with helpful, friendly drivers, who even filled hotel forms at times. They remained cheerful throughout. Packed lunches were generous, hotels were 3-star and very good. The safaris were extraordinary with knowledgeable guides. No complaints despite the tour being handled by three partnering companies across three countries. Andre has chosen his partners well. Highly recommended. Already referred a friend.
KR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful journey to heaven of animals
The driver&guide Stanley was so knowledgable and nice, and he drives so well. Thanks to him, we saw a lot of animals and enjoyed our time. We saw double rainbows, and most of the animals, even lions eating meat!! That was so amazing.
The accomodation(camp) and food could be improved, though. There were only certain time that you could use electricity and I didn’t know that before I go there. And the staff told us that hot water is for 24 hours but most of us had difficulties when having shower because there was no hot water.
And we didn’t get our drinking water from any staff so I had to ask for other people.
But in general, it was a wonderful time with Baboon Budget Safari.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Well organized.
They were punctual, friendly and accommodating. It would have been 5 stars, but the buses could have been in a better condition.
Other suggestions: better quality coffee on the early morning game drive and including beer and wine on the sunset cruise.
Good experience, wonderful staff.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A very well-organized tour, with outstanding communication re: office staff and an outstanding guide
A very late review – due to our schedule and no reflection on Sunny Safaris. I had used Sunny Safaris in 2007 to organize a Kilimanjaro climb and a six night safari to follow – I was so impressed with Sunny that we chose to have them organize an eight night Northern circuit safari in 2017 for my wife and I. Right from the start, our head office contact at Sunny, Jessica, did an incredible job of organizing the safari, listening very carefully to our ideas and putting together an excellent adventure. The total cost was extremely reasonable - by far the best value of the 6-8 quotes we gathered for the same general trip. We wanted to both camp in the Serengeti (at two different special camps - we were the only people in these campsites) and stay in lodges in Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron and Tarangire - Jessica gave excellent suggestions and arranged an outstanding trip. We camped in the middle of the wildebeest migration (in the Western Corridor of the Serengeti) and had countless animals moving by our tent the whole time. We then moved to the Seronera region and spent two incredible days of wildlife viewing. Our guide, Abdul, as very impressive. Although he was somewhat quiet in personality, his knowledge of animals and birds we saw was very impressive. His ability to spot game as he drove the truck was almost uncanny. In 2007, I saw one leopard the whole trip. We saw over a dozen during the two days we camped at Seronera. The lodges we stayed at were also very impressive - Jessica got us into the Tarangire SOPA Lodge for our first night - the regular rack rate (with full board) in high season for this lodge is around $700USD for a double. The lodges at Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara were likewise very impressive. Both Abdul and Charles (our cook for the four nights in the Serengeti) gave us excellent service- any request we made was quickly arranged.
We booked some extra activities in/around Arusha at the end of our safari - Sunny/Jessica did an excellent job organizing these as well. We spent a whole day in Arusha National Park (again, Abdul was our guide) - we can't say enough about Abdul's knowledge and ability to spot game seemingly out of nowhere. Don't miss this park - it is only an hour from Arusha and has a huge variety of animals/birds - it is also on the lower slopes of Mt. Meru.
We highly recommend Sunny Safaris as an organizer of outstanding, cost-effective safaris in Tanzania.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Service
All services met our expectations, they are well trusted and always ahead of time.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Experience
My partner and I did a five day trip, including Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls and Kidepo. It was truly an incredible experience. Sander was great from start to finish. He was responsive to our priorities and our questions, always responding within 12 hours. Something went wrong when we tried to transfer payment from our bank. He helped us find another solution. Our guide, Paul, was knowledgeable, skilled in driving in some challenging settings, and just plain fun to hang out with for five days. The lodging was perfect, especially Savannah Lodge. The tents and beds were high quality. The views were spectacular. Meals were delicious and varied. The staff was great about accommodating my gluten allergy. Justin and Bonny were particularly hospitable, making us feel welcome and pampered with every interaction. I recommend Grassrootz with all my heart and soul!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very well planned and selection of lodges and transport service the best.
Must say I had a wonderful safari tour. Everything was planned and executed so well. The transportating of us by(Ilors drivers) from place to place was great. They were very personable and informative and alway on time. I enjoyed each
lodge and each lodge charactor was a little different. Going on safari drives
were exciting and fun. Not knowing what animal I would see today. And before
we left I saw the Big 5, plus. Looking forward to the next trip.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Highly recommended!
words are short to describe this amazing tour company
they are highly professional patient sensible and Knowledgeable.
Robert was our contact person with whom we finalised the trip. We bothered him with innumerable queries time and again. He was pretty responsive and accommodating.
And we finally booked the trip and it was the most awesome experience with no regrets and complaints whatsoever.
Raymond was our game driver (also our guide) who was with us during the safari all the days.
Must say,he is a patient, co-operative and very knowledgable guide. Speaks excellent English. Extremely helpful. Thanks to him we saw the big five! He made sure we were at the right place at the right time. He could spot animals even if miles away!
Food was good. Stay at most places good.
Thank you guys for showing us through your beautiful country.
I will definitely recommend Karibu safaris in Kenya if you are looking for no frills budget safaris!
Way to go guys!
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Matthew organzied an amazing trip for us. From the time we contacted him to the end of our trip.
We wanted a trip of a lifetime to South Africa to see the big 5 and to see Victoria Falls. Matthew at African Safari Guru looked after us in the most amazing way I ever thought possible. I must admit I was quite worried about setting up our trip and all the logistics involved, but once I realized that Matthew had our backs and that he was there anytime if we needed him, I became quite at ease. Matthew arranged all the behind the scenes arrangements and everything went perfectly. He is knowledgeable, sincere and passionate about his job, and following his suggestions we were able to select a perfect trip for us. Having spoken at length to Matthew, he impressed me with his knowledge and expertise and I realized that there are many other variations of the trip that were available. Something for everyone's taste. We were able to pick the ones that suited us the best. As I believed he figured out what we wanted and suggested options that we would enjoy.
Several of our friends are wishing for a trip similar to ours. I have without reservation have recommended they get in touch with Matthew, as we have had such a positive experience with him. Thank you Matthew for everything!