US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Blew Expectations out of the water!!!
We looked into three different Safari Tour companies while researching the vacation of a lifetime. Discover Africa proved to be the best fit for us with seemingly unlimited options, flexible budget and the true ability to customize every step of the itinerary. After working briefly with Director Steve K. we were assigned Megan W. as our Personal Consultant. She was terrific!
After bombarding her with questions, which she answered each one calmly and thoroughly. We then proceeded to flip flop destinations, cut a few days here and there and switch a few accommodations that exceeded our budget. She handled all of this with ease. Her knowledge was impressive and her personal experience was more than enough to guide us and recommend different safari options and even a cooking class (which she had personally attended).
Once our rapid fire questions dried up, and the numbers fell to a comfortable place for those of us traveling, there was nothing left to do but get our shots and book our flights. Done and done.
Lastly, I would like to compliment Discover Africa not just for setting up our journey but also the incredible smoothness which we were able to get from one location to another. We traveled for 21 days, stayed in 9 different lodges/hotels, visited 4 countries and even rented a car for a portion; this could not have gone any better. Drivers and transfers were early, prepared with water and safely delivered us on time, like we were VIPs.
In one instance, our flight was canceled by the airline without our knowledge. When we returned to the lodge, we had an email from Megan plus a note waiting for us at reception informing us that the flight was canceled, we were being re-booked and we would have new boarding passes the following morning. This is what set Discover Africa head and shoulders above the rest.
Our trip to Africa was incredibly memorable, which it could have been with any of the tour operators, surely. I will however, recommend any friends, family and anyone who will listen to use Discover Africa for their travel to Africa. I cannot praise them highly enough. Thank you Megan, for making this special trip, just that.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Unforgettable and Amazing Safari, full of Beautifull moments with Proffessional /Friendly Guides.
This was the first time for me in Africa in Uganda. I came here because of a friend, she's from Uganda.
I enjoyed every single moment of the Safari tour, all the things and places that I have been able to see, especially the culture of how the people live, their food and clothes and the people are so friendly, polite and welcoming. (I couldn't stop taking photos, I was impressed by every moment)
The tour guides were all acting Proffessional, Caring , welcoming and nothing was too much for them, they kept answering my questions (as I couldn't stop asking things about their culture) their team is Amazing and Passionate about what they are doing.
The 5 nights -- 6 days that we were with them was very well organized..... and oh my god those accomedations were just so beautifull all the best of the best.
I certainly would recommed them if you ever plan to go to Uganda ... what a great Team.
Nasasira and all the other tour guides that I met at the Safari,,, just want to thank you all again...I definitley come back to see more. XXxxx
Cheers, Jannie
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Services offered
I appreciate the services offered by you guys. Recommendable
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organised and really enjoyablw
I took the 11day Kenya and Tanzania tour and had an amazing time. The company was v well organised and I'd absolutely no issues and considering I was moving between countries etc there were no problems. I had 2guides and both were excellent but v different. Food was excellent and it's the best I've ever been catered for as a vegetarian. Different tours were combined together to make the tour but o had a lovely group. Only slight negative was there was 9 for 2 of the days so one person had to sit in the front which wasn't as good but that's only a small complaint. Zac our first driver was excellent as he was v good at getting us to get the best angles etc. He's into photography himself which is good. Other people who joined my tour weren't as happy with their tour companies due to miscommunication and confusion over what was covered etc-I had no problems at all with that so I'd highly recommend them.
RU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent safari experience with African Sunset
Only positive memories and impressions we have after safari in Kenia and Tanzania with African Sunset. Starting with our meeting in Nairobi airport, then during safari in Naivasha, Nakuru, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and till the end in Arusha airport - always in time, nice lodges and camps, good 4x4 vehicles. Our manager Haron was answering all our questions fast, offered reasonable price. He personally picked us from the airport and presented nice gifts from the company. Later he accompanied us during crossing of Kenia/Tanzania border. Special thanks to out guide in Tanzania - Gideon. He has perfect knowledge about all animals and birds you can meet during safari, he is a good storyteller and easy person to communicate. And thanks to him we had a chance to meet all animals we wanted.
Thank you, African Sunset safaris, Haron and Gideon. I strongly recommend going to safari with you.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic Service
We had planned much of our itinerary on our own and intended to do it all ourselves when we became acquainted with K&D and became convinced that they would be value added. Aside from some great recommendations for camps and restaurants, what really impressed us were the small touches, like doing flight check-ins for us (when you are in the bush it is tough to check-in on-line for flights) and getting us good seating on flights, arranging transfers between hotels and planes. We were amazed when we flew into Johannesburg and were met off the plane by a person that walked us through customs, handed us off to someone that got our luggage to a driver outside, who took us to our hotel and then chauffeured us to a night at Carnivore and then took us back to the hotel. I will be recommending K&D to our friends and anyone interested in traveling to Africa.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best experience we had while traveling in Tanzania !!
We definitely wanted to go on safari in Tanzania, so we had a look in the internet and found tomodachi tours and safari, because they had a short Safari of three days for a great price we couldn’t find anywhere else, so we booked it on safari bookings.com.
Already a few minutes later Joseph texted us on what’s app (so don’t wonder about). He was really kind and sended a lot of photos.
In the beginning we were a bit scared to go alone, because it was just us the two girls of 23 years and the guide. But that was definitely not necessary!
At 4:30 in the morning Thomas arrived at our hotel to pick us up and we got on the road. Because it’s not possible to get dollar anywhere at the atm over here (you should take it with you from home), Thomas was so kindly to stop with us at an atm for getting cash.
The first day we saw the udzungwa mountains and the great waterfalls. It was just beautiful !!! You feel like the loan king at the top of the world when you’re standing on it. The second day we went on safari and we saw everything !!! So also Mikumi is perfect for safari. After not seeing a lion all day Thomas went with us outside the park and we find one. He called the other cars driving through the park for telling them, so everybody could see. He has such a big heart! He cared of us very well and we felt so safe with him. He was always on time and loving his job. So it was not just a touristic activity. Also the next day in the morning he was the first guide seeing the lion -> Thomas was definetely the best guide in the whole park and always funny.
Yesterday evening after going to bed we both were the opinion that it was the best we could do. There was nothing we would change and you can always tell him to stop or change the plan. It was just perfect!!!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fun, informative, relaxing and adventurous
This was a really easy trip to set up, all of my emails were answered right away. They were flexible and worked around my flight times. The guides were all amazing and very informative. There was a nice mixture of long walks, rides on the water and relaxing in the tents. The food was amazing and the facilities were as comfortable as camping can ever be. I loved my time, and Xaa Safaris made everything easy and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgetable experience, wonderful
A friend of mine and me booked a tour for 3 day to Udzwunga and Mikumi. The owner Joseph texted us directly after booking and was very kind and told us everything we had to know. Thomas was our guide during the tour. He is a wonderful person and did his job so, so well. We could do everything we'd like to and he always did his best. He explained us the natur, how the animals are living ans the people in Tanzania. He drives very safe. During the Safari we had tasty meals together in the hotels or outside at the Nationalpark. We stayed in nice rooms. This experience was so wonderful. We saw so many great places and animals because of Thomas' great tour. I can't tell you anything they could do better. We felt welcome and as friends.
Furthermore we had some problems with our Creditcard but Joseph and Thomas were so relaxed and told us not to worry.
All in all I only can say: do it and enjoy it.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great variety and insight
Wonderful week in Little Machaba and Jacks Camp. Our hosts were exceptional. Our guide at Machaba in the Okavango Delta was called BT, who managed to find a huge variety of wildlife whilst respecting their routines. Jack's in the Kalahari desert contrasted, with a more harsh environment and excellent insight into the origin of man from our guide Greg - as well as a wide range of activities including the Meerkats. Great holiday, with great organisation by Rose and team. Thank you.