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An excelent safari in Kenya
The safari fulfilled all our expectations and more! The service was very good, and the guiding was excellent. The lodging and food at the different camps were very good.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Safari in Tanzania
In late July 2017, my family of four went on Safari in Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti parks with Lion King Adventures in Northern Tanzania. We were very satisfied with our experience. We stayed in the parks for 4 days, which was the perfect duration for what we wanted to do. We saw all sorts of animals including lions, buffalos, a leopard, cheetahs, giraffes and much more. We were even lucky enough to experience a lion hunt, albeit unsuccessful, lions mating and feeding on a buffalo carcass. The guide was knowledgeable of the fauna, flora and ecology of the parks. He was fun, courteous, willing to stop at our request and find the best places to look at the animals. The lodging places suggested by lion king adventures were great and allowed us to experience a variety of accommodations from tent camps to high-end hotel lodges.
HK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Truly memorable and amazing experience!
This was our first safari experience, and will certainly not be the last. We were very well looked after and did not have to worry about anything. Anne was extremely helpful and reliable during the process of finalising the details of our itinerary. We got to visit amazing places and the scenery were stunning!
We would highly recommend Amazing Memories Safaris!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
This was one of the greatest experiences of my life. My husband and I have traveled all over the world, this by far was the most organized and humble company to work with. The attention to detail surprised me everyday and left my husband and I often bragging about what a wonderful company we booked with to other travelers we met along the way.
We did the 10 day elephant coast with the Victoria Falls add-on. Definitely recommended
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent!
Fantastic service from Faith and our great drive Hussein! Thank you for your patience and for making our trip so enjoyable. We really loved the visits and everything was perfect despite our last minute changes. Thank you Hussein for being always in great mood, smiling and patient with us. What a lovely trip! We will for sure come back again!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service for honeymoon Tanzania safari
Lucy, Rishidi, and James were great! We highly recommend to anyone interested in doing looking to do private game drives in the Tanzanian national parks for the first time
BR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My husbandy and I had an incredible and unforgettable experience one year ago. It was fantastic!
Travel for Life was perfect and made it overcome my expectations about the trip. Alexandra was available all time and the drivers and guides were very attentive. But I have to say that to stay at Xanatseni Lodge was great. My husbandy and I can never forget this trip. We really appreciate the opportunity to have this experience.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A must for any bucket list and towards the top at least
I am into wildlife photography and after advice decided to go to Tanzania for the wilder beast migration in the Serengeti. Decided to include the Ngorongoro Crater. Spent a day there and it was out of this world. Stayed in the park the night before and could not believe the size of the Crater when viewed from the top. So large you could not see the herds of elephants down below. Had an early start in the morning and had a wonderful day. Came across 3 different lion prides, first one of 5 females and a mail on a fresh kill with hyena and jackal waiting there turn to get in on the act. I believe there are 5 prides which demonstrates the size of the crater. Also many large Tuskers (Male Elephants with massive tusks) Never thought I would see such long tusks nowadays. Came across a black rhino, right next to the road. There where many other animals including buffalo and giraffe. You can get very close to many of the animals. Had lunch by a small lake which also had toilets. There is also a large lake with pelican and flamingo but you cannot get close to it to see the birds as protected land around it. Male Elephant, place to go. I found a day was long enough but you need to stay the night before and after to make the most of it. Went from hear to the Serengeti with animals to see all the way. I went on my own and had my own driver/guide and 4x4. He made my trip so special I could not have asked for more.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Tanzania by Andy Silver
Went for the migration, out of this world, saw all the 3 big cats including cubs with them all. In Serengeti many large herds of elephants as well. Came away and had great photos of all the main animals and more, even a leopard tortoise. You can see my photos of the trip at www.flickr.com/photos/andy999
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
5 day safari, everything was amazing!
Where to start? Working with Anne the months leading up to our trip gave me confidence, knowing that we would be well taken care of upon arrival. Anne answered every question, e-mail, promptly and kindly. Anne was able to create an individualized safari trip for my husband and I, within our budget, meeting all of our needs. She was flexible and sweet, and gave us different options.
Upon arriving In Nairobi, we were warmly greeted by Anne and our driver, Joseph who would accompany us for the 5 day safari. They were right outside waiting for us with a sign. No need to worry about taxis or shuttles. They took us right to our first hotel to rest.
The first night we got a great night sleep, and the next morning we woke up and met Joseph waiting for us in the lobby. We had breakfast and began our drive to Tsavo West. We were happy to have the van to ourselves,( we opted for a private safari) as we mostly slept during the drive.
The following 4 days we made some of the best memories of my life. I have traveled all over the world, and my husband and I both agree this trip has been our favorite so far.
The views, the animals, the fresh air blowing through as you drive through the parks, it will be hard to beat.
Our driver was amazing. I was a tiny worried, seeing as how we knew whoever we had we would have with us for the whole time. We got so lucky! Joseph was amazing! He was so knowledgable and seemed so passionate, he knew all the best spots to go, was willing to get up and go before everyone else. (We were up and out every morning at 6:30, which I reccomend doing, it is great to see the sunrise.) He greeted us every morning with a smile, despite all the driving he had done the day before. He made our trip even more wonderful. We stayed at Voi Safari Lodge, the watering hole there was amazing to watch elephants and zebras in the evening, we stayed at Kilaguini Serena Safari Lodge, which was by far the nicest resort, the watering hole there was also super active, with a beautiful view, the landscape in Tsavo East is stunning, we saw many giraffes and zebras, but no big cats. It is a bit difficult to spot animals in this park due to all the bushes and shrubs. But it offers amazing views and sunsets!!! The last two nights we stayed in Amboseli Serena Lodge, which was also beautiful. Lots of monkies everywhere! Amboseli was where we probably saw the widest range of animals. But some were more at a distance. Amazing diversity, and we saw many herds. We also saw cheetahs and lions up close. Many elephants, hippos, cape buffalo, hyennas, impala, etc. Beautiful park.
Thank you so so much to Anne and Joseph and everyone at Amazing Memories Safaris for doing everything to make our dream safari come true! It was beautiful. I can't say enough good things about this company.
***The following is something we looked into on our own.. but it is available. Please know that this was something We chose to do*** But I think it's good for others to consider.**
We did tour a Maasai village. (I wanted to try it, it wasn't pushed on us or anything, I asked about it) mixed feelings on this. It was cool to see, but they will try to milk you for any amount of money they can. We had to pay $30 pp to enter, and then throughout the "tour" they kept asking for donations, for the school and for water. The dances were cool, but you could tell it was more just a show. We went inside one of the houses, it was pitch black so you couldn't see much but it was cool to see how it was built. Then they took us to see the children. It was a bit uncomfortable from there. The kids put on a song and dance for you, then do some basic English songs and stuff, it felt a bit theatrical and uncomfortable. After is when he started asking for donations for the children for school. None of it felt very authentic. The last hoo-rah was when they paraded us around in a semi-circle where all of the women and families had their things to sell. Jewlery and such. Each and every family begged you to buy stuff from them. Then the man who was showing us around made us feel especially compelled to buy from his family. This was by far my least favorite part. I felt so uncomfortable. I was interested in buying necklaces, but being guilted into it and having everyone watching was not cool. Also they don't tell prices until the end. I said I had enough, but he said I should visit each family to be respectful. So I went through, saying no to all the other families. At the end it was a lot of negotiating on prices. Overall, I think I would say skip this. If you want to donate, it certainly would be put to good use, and by all means they are in need, but if you are looking for an authentic experience and interaction, this probably isn't it, they are very accoustumed to tourists. If you do go, don't bring a lot of cash. Once they see it, they will keep asking for "donations". Also beware of alarming number of flies.