DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best tour operator we could have wished for
When we were planning our Safari we were unsure which tour operator to chose, read a lot of reviews, searched for some places to stay and finally ended up booking with Tazama Africa Holidays.
We could not have picked a better tour operator!
On our arrival we first discussed our itinerary and then we where off to our wonderful trip. Our guide was Antony, who is also the owner of this business. And he was just absolutely wonderful! From the beginning he made it clear, that we could ask him everything which was a wonderful thing for us to learn so many details about Kenya and the wonderful people living there. When there was even the smallest issue, he immediately took care of it. His top priority was for us to have the best possible experience. For this he really went above and beyond! There were only two things he would even value more: Our safety and his (and our) respect for the animals. We always felt he tried his best to provide us with the best views of the animals, but respected them as well and if one animal wanted to get out of sight, we didn't pursue it, or drove closer, as we saw some other drivers do. We appreciated this a lot!
The tour was carefully planned and made a lot of sense to us. We were able to see all the animals we wished and some more! Antony was also able to answer all our questions concerning the animals and we were able to learn so much about the wildlife. The hotels and camps were all very good and carefully selected. Antony always took care we got the best places/rooms/tents. As I love to take photographs of animals, he was always very concerned about me having good light and gave me plenty of time to take the best shots. Of course we saw the big five (which was very important to him), but he was also always working hard so we could see our favorite animals.
We also met another driver working at his company and he seemed to be very nice as well. That being said, we would always like to go on a trip with Antony! We loved our trip with him and definitely plan on going back to Kenya and doing a Safari with him.
The only thing we regret about our trip to Kenya: Not knowing him beforehand and letting him organize our whole trip! He knows all the best places to stay and best things to do. And if he has some advice, just take it! He is such a genuinely nice and hard working person and really only wants your best for your time in Kenya (or the neighbouring countries)!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari
Amazing safari. Everything went great starting from the communication pre-departing. Roselyne was very helpful and replied to every question I had.
During the safari i had the best experience, with very competent drivers, trying their best to make sure we saw a lot of animals and have a great time! We saw so many animals and all the big 5. Thank you. Very recommended tour operator. Looking forward to retry the whole experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible, affordable, once-in-lifetime experience
Thank you John! He was very organized; picked us up promptly from the airport. We left the next day early in the morning. The elephants playground was incredible to start with. The camp we stayed in that night was top notch. They included an African show that night at the camp. The next days drive to the Serengeti was long but sooooo worth it. As soon as we got in we saw a herd of lions on top of a HUGE rock, like in the lion king!!! Then the next day we saw a cheetah take down a gazelle… WOW. Something I’ll never forget. We competed our trip in Ngororo (spelling?) crater.. we we saw the last big 5, the rhino. Chicho was our guide. He was so good other drivers started following him bc he was an expert at finding the animals. Request him if you can! Thank you again John for memories we will never forget :)
Sky and Roza
GR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, flexible, knowledgable, reliable, friendly, treats you like family rather than guest
You will probably find 100s of companies organizing safaris in Kenya, many on this platform. It can be very frustrating to organize yourself a trip that far away, in a country you know little about and for most, it is after all, a major investment, a once-in-a-lifetime trip. Where do you start from then? How do you choose among dozens of offers? You can buy a "ready package", like most companies on this platform offer but isn't it better to buy something that is more custom-made to your own needs and budget?
i would start definitely with somebody who will immediately and reliably answer your myriad questions! On Whatsup, day or night, early or late the answer will come! With somebody who will not sell you a "canned' vacation like most do but take time and effort to adapt it to your group, interests, time constraints, budget and needs! Somebody who will out-of-their heart consult you what is good, what is not worth it, what to see, where to go, not seeking to make money on you on "so-and-so" choices but give you the best Kenya experience you can have! Somebody who will help you meet your safari expectations, maybe greatly exceed them! Somebody who does it with passion, because they love their country and are proud of it and they want you to show you the best of it! Somebody who is a perfectionist and the minute you set foot in Nairobi they take you by the hand like a child, care about your safety and well-being along all of your trip and guide you through this wonderful country and its friendly residents!
Silas and his Team at APODIFORMES is that person you want to trust to organize your Kenya safari trip simply because he and the APODIFORMES TEAM have managed to nearly touch the Holy Grail of tourism: make you feel like a LOCAL, at home, make feel you like one of their own FAMILY!
Asante Silas and Isaiah and everybody else involved organizing for us for this truly phenomenal and memorable 12 day Kenyan safari and beach vacation in Diani, we promise to be back soon to visit more of Kenya, we return charmed by the beauties of the Kenyan landscapes, parks, wildlife, beaches, ocean, reefs but mostly, by the sincerity, politeness, smiles and goodwill of its wonderful people.
Hakuna Matata to all!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Angelina is imtelligent,awesome, a cheer leader, sweet to be around and funny.
I had an awesome safari with my daughter. We had the opportunity to see the big 5 animals. Very delighted that Angelina took note of our dietary requirments. It was a nice experience having used Magical Angel Destinations Safaris as our tour agent.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional, Quick and Responsive
A very professional, quick and responsive travel partner. The trip was planned and executed within 2 days and exactly to our request.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Honeymoon trip to Uganda
Had a great time in Uganda thanks to Home to Africa. Derrick, our safari guide cum driver was extremely polite, courteous and knowledgeable. He made our trip smooth and comfortable. Overall planning and management was also quite good. Would highly recommend Home to Africa for anyone planning a trip to Uganda.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Experience, but not for the faint of heart, mind, or body!
Kenya is not for the faint of heart, mind, body, spirit or nose. (This coming from the guy with one of the world’s worst gag reflexes.)
AND. It is totally worth it, if you have what it takes.
Kenya has some of the most incredible, powerful landscapes I have seen, and hands down thus far the worst trash, everywhere. I am happy to attempt cultural distinctions for many things, this is not one of them. Poverty is everywhere, and even solving for that still doesn’t solve for trash.
My time with the Maasai, was brief, but powerful. They have some cultural practices I vehemently disagree with (male and female circumcision, child brides, but the government is trying to stop these) but the immense amount of litter in their village came from Coca-Cola, not ancient tribal practices. Just prepare yourself. They are a very funny and warm people who definitely have run into the wall that can be the future.
It was, of course, so stunning to see all the animals, we easily saw the “Big 5” more than once, and babies of those animals, everywhere. even if the stink of “tourista” is all over these activities, I accept that’s what I must be, if I wanted to see a rhino before they’re all killed by morons, stuck in nonsense superstitions. (Zero moral relativism for such things.) Being so close to them, seeing all their young, gave me hope. The tours were, for the most part, run well, I only got my back up about how some of the other companies acted (getting too close, driving too fast, number of people allowed in the park, etc) a couple times. Our tour guides at Jockey did NOT do such things, which I very much appreciated. Respectful.
Kenya is filled with dichotomy. Unbelievably beautiful places next to some of the most destitute I have ever seen. The progress that is happening here, like many other places, simply is not “for all.” (Mind you, I am not talking “modernity as progress,” it usually isn’t.) I just mean…the way things are going, progressing.
I have been in the slums (their word, not mine) from Mexico to Shanghai to Portugal to Turkey, and Kibali in Nairobi is the wildest one I have seen yet, set against a dazzling new Nairobi city skyline. Observation, not judgement.
My first guide, Alex, was a gem, kind, considerate, knowledgeable. We left some shoes with him when we switched cars, and he kindly brought them to us in Nairobi. I also had the pleasure of spending some of my time with an absolute legend of a guide, Calipha, who definitely game me the real scoop on everything from poaching to politics to prostitution. Revealing to say the least.
I did very much enjoy my time here. Formative. Beautiful. Heartbreaking. Inspiring. Like life.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Dream Safari come true with Africa Starpal Safaris
We communicated with Paul,one of the director prior our arrival in Kenya to organize 7 day safari to masai mara,lake nakuru,Amboseli and Tsavo East then drop at Leopard Beach Resort and Spa diani beach.Either Winfred or Paul who normally answered our email was so patient with all the queries and adjustments to our itineraries and hotels we made often.They were so helpful and understanding of our needs and ultimately helped us put together an amazing safari experience, and one that we will never forget!
The day arrived landing at airport 2am in the morning and we find the guide and Paul waiting for us at the airport.After the brief and few question as we take coffee we were set to go to masai mara.The guide was so guide and he would stop for washroom and some snacks on the way.All the park were amazing with masai mara on top spotting the cats and big five.i cant write or the information here but if anyone need more info you are free to contact me.But i strongly recommend Africa Starpal in kenya for the best and the budget with various hotel options.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing private camping safari with Suricata Safaris
We had a unique private 7-day safari with Suricata Safaris.
The organization from booking to the end was perfect and we felt super taken care of at all times - we would therefore recommend Suricata to anyone.
Every day was always very exciting and we would always spend 3 days in the Serengeti. Due to the expertise of our guide, we had unforgettable moments with numerous animals. Not only did we see all the Big Five, but we also had many great and very private observations even off the beaten tracks.
In addition, the incredibly good and authentic food made with love is to be mentioned. Every day we always got freshly cooked meals from our chef - and no lunch boxes, as with many other providers.
All the camping equipment and the vehicle are in super condition.
We will definitely come back!
