HU
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was a most enjoyable experience
We are a family with two adult children and found the tour company - AAA Express Adventure - on the internet. Such choices are generally risky, but were very satisfied with our safari tour. Booking the trip went fast and smoothly. The company provided exactly what they promised. We had a skilled and competent tour guide, Salvatori. The accommodations were nice. All in all, we are impressed by the scenic beauty of Tanzania and the wildlife there.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Not many different animals but great to see elephants.
I went biking in Malawi for 3 months, also spending some days at 2 nationals parks to see animals. Because I went 3 months, I had a budget. The better accommodation in Malawi is run by foreigners and is more expensive. At the wild parks we could also pitch our tent and cook ourself which we love. We went on a boat safari at Liwonde National Park and saw elephants crossing the river. They also came to our camp to eat, for hours, really close! Amazing, best animal experience of Malawi. I didn't go on any car safari but you can see more animals then. Malawi in general is fantastic, beautiful scenery, beautiful people, I've traveled around a bit, but Malawi has number 1 on friendly, funny, good humoured people!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
One day trip to Moremi game reserve was one of the highlights of our entire trip
We did a one day game drive in Moremi as a family of five.
The communication through email leading up to the trip was spot on.
Monametsi came and met us when we got to our camp to introduce himself the night before our tour to give us a few more details about the following day. He was a very lovely man, a great person to talk to and we felt very comfortable that we were going to be in great hands.
The day was fully catered, the guide was very knowledgeable, and the overall price we found was good value.
We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Moonstroll Vantage Expeditions, they were fantastic!
The three male lions we saw were a highlight of our entire trip, and something our kids will remember for many years to come.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our Safari tour was fantabulous
We were picked up from my hotel in the morning at 5:00 am and depart for Tsavo East National Park through Bachuma gate. Driver was very nice and his English was fluent. So we didn't get any problem with communication. We were safe in jeep and saw herds of red elephants, Lions, Giraffes, Zebras, Gazelles, and various types of birds. After that we went to Voi Safari Lodge for lunch. Lunch was really tastier than other restaurants. We enjoyed our while drive through the park. Will visit again with my family.
QA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Terrible experience while on the 7 day tour.
I had been approached by Tour Kenya Safari Heights owner Meshak Mutinda like many other tour operators when I had submitted a quote on Safari Bookings for my visit to Kenya for the Safari in March 2018.I had mentioned to my tour operator that I wanted Ole Moran in Masai Mara for my 2 days stay,Flamingo Lodge in Lake Nakuru on my One night stay and Kibo Safari Camp for 2 nights stay.He showed me the booking vouchers and asked rather begged to make the deposit of 300usd in the first week to April saying these hotels would be booked as July is a peak Season.He promised to provide for my first and last night stay in Nairobi and also visit to the elephant and giraffe centre on the last day.My tour was from 12th July 2018 until 19th July 2018.He offered me Sunrise Hotel on my first day of stay in Nairobi to which I had denied(after receiving bad feedback from friends) as it is not a nice hotel inspite of 3 star ratings.Meshak promised to provide another hotel however on the day of arrival in Nairobi he put us up there saying all the rest were full.
Next day en route to Masai Mara the driver John informed mid way that we are not putting up in Ole Moran(which is way closer to the park)but Nature Explore lodge which is 45min.drive away from the main gate entrance.So basically you waste at least an hour to enter.On speaking to Meshak the excuses started that Ole Moran is full etc.As per the itinerary he did not even provide for the next day early morning drive as he would have to pay for the entrance again.Same happened in Lake Nakuru and Amboseli they kept on changing the hotel.In Nakuru the hotel was good 45min drive from the gate entrance hence we waste another hour just to enter.In Amboseli as well AA lodge where we put up was still decent however on our 2 day stay we only got to visit the park on the first day and second day early morning drive was not provided as per the itinerary and we were asked to pay for it.Overall on the entire journey the driver John tried to savour money from us.He also took 35usd pp for the Masai Village entrance fee by lieing to us to fill his own pocket.Not to mention on our last day arrival in Nairobi no stay was provided and we had to book on our own.I had agreed on 1150usd pp on private tour for 2 and Tour Kenya Safari Heights failed to keep up to his word.We were scared that we would be left in the middle of the road anytime by our driver.Also on talking to the owner I only get excuses.There are many of these agencies trying to get money out of you by making false promises so please don't fall prey.We don't want anyone else to suffer like we did.So please make your own booking be it more or paying less money through booking com or Agoda or the hotel directly and arrange for your own transportation.We are lucky that we got to see the animals and the Safari was somewhat decent.But throughout we were scared that we might not see what we have paid for.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good experience
We have made a honeymoon trip in July and it has been the best experience of our life. Enmanuel has been our guide and we have loved how he has treated us and his knowledge of the country. So we recommend anyone who wants to go on a safari to do it with African Big Cats Safaris.
IT
Kishao Safari offered a professional attentive service. Everything was well organized
Communication prior to safari and during it was excellent
The service was excellent, our driver/ guide was knowledgeable and attentive without being intrusive
The 5 day safari tour was very good quality / price value perfectly living up to expectationsana
Nice safari with lots of really great animal sights
Lodging was excellent at Tortilis camp not so good at Boungaivilea lodge
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best trip ever
Seriously. I didnt know what to fully expect but everything was first class from the transfers to the accommodations. Mwajabu was very prompt in her responses and put me at ease since this was my first trip to Africa. I highly recommend Hello Tanzania and the trip that i booked.
DK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent and customer oriented tour operators
I wrote to Majenda and he replied to every query I had! He booked hotels and the car and the driver was always on time! No hassles! They went beyond their work hours to help my family and made sure we were safe at all times and most important we enjoying ourselves!
The prices are affordable and he cares about the services his company offered than earning extra bucks for ripping off customers!
Both drivers we had to Mikumi and Udzungwa were professional and helpsome!
Highly recommend this tour operator, and would definitely use them again in future !
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US
Kalinzu chimp tracking: great trip, great tour guide, great experience!
Immaculate is great, and willing to customize trips to fit your needs. Very personable and talkative. The trip itself was a good one, but just a tip for future travelers to Kalinzu Forest: unfortunately during the rainy season, chimps remain high in the trees to avoid the wet ground. We saw plenty in the trees, though. Western Uganda is very beautiful, and this tour was a great way to see a few different examples of that - including some awesome local hot springs