20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely fantastic!
We would highly recommend Wild Planet Safaris to anyone wanting to visit Kruger. It struck us that this was one of the only safari operators offering a truly tailored and customisable trip with all safari drives being in a private 4x4 (except the night drive run by SANparks). They met us directly from the airport to suit our flight arrival time and we were in Kruger and on safari the very same evening! Our two and a half days of safari were jam-packed with animal sightings including all of the big five. Our guides, Chris and Lungisani, were always on time to meet us at our rondavel (even at 4am!). Chris’ driving meant we got close to wild animals for amazing photographs while remaining safe and respectful of their wild nature. Lungi’s keen eyesight meant we spotted animals only visible with binoculars! Both Chris and Lungi were very friendly and extremely knowledgeable of the bush. We learned so much from them that we then decided to do a self-drive safari in Addo Elephant Park and saw far more than we would have had we not had this guided experience beforehand. The food which Lungi prepared for us every day was delicious and kept us going during our long days of game-spotting. On the final morning, despite being pushed for time to get back to Jo’burg for a domestic flight, we squeezed in a final safari drive where we stopped to witness two lions mating! Chris ensured we arrived with plenty of time for our flight after driving the scenic Drakensberg Escarpment route, again the timings were tailored to suit our schedule. We had a truly unforgettable experience with Wild Planet Safaris.
NZ
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Masihambe, the tour operator who knows how to get it right
Masihambe is a professional well run tour operator with years of experience and personal knowledge of Africa. Communications, information and details provided before the trip is very comprehensive which in turn makes for easy and thorough preparation. Attention to detail is important to Masihambe, and this becomes very evident while touring.
This is the second trip we have done with Masihambe, the first travelling to South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe, and second to South Africa and Namibia.
Both trips have exceeded our expectations in delivering variety, great accommodation, brilliant guides and experiences never to be forgotten.
It speaks for itself that we have travelled twice with them, and have no hesitation in recommending booking with Masihambe.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing tour
I had an amazing game drive in Masaai Mara, managed to see all the big fives and other animals with detailed infor about the reserve. Perfect timing and managed to get the migration of wildebeest.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The safari was everything we had hoped for, and a top highlight of our trip
The experience in Kenya was incredible. We saw all sorts of animals, had incredible animal encounters on the safaris, and saw such amazing natural beauty.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Such a beautiful country
The landscape is breathtaking and also are the animals. We saw lions, cheetahs, a leopard, elephants, giraffes, zebras, gnus, wildebeests and many more. Especially Amboseli park was great! But also Diani and Galu Beach are wonderful places on earth. The people in Kenya are all very nice. Only in Nairobe there were some fake beggars and of course you do not go to the slums. But we always felt safe.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience but you can probably get better value for money
I went with a friend to a 4-day budget safari which included 3 visits at Masai Mara reserve and one at Lake Nakuru. The price included pick up and drop off from the airport to the hotel and from the hotel to the safari and back to the hotel and to the airport, which was great. The car was a bit run down and we were sharing with 4 other people. At Masai Mara we stayed in pre-pitched tents with private toilet/shower at Miti Mingi Eco Camp, which was okay but there were no hot showers as advertised; we had an issue with rain in our tent and we were promptly changed to another one. At Nakuru we stayed in at City Max hotel, which was quite in the middle of nowhere and the wifi signal did not reach the rooms, but it did the job. Our driver Richard was very knowledgeable and could virtually answer every single question we asked him. He found all the animals almost on the first day and we ended up seeing everything we wanted to see. Unfortunately, the weather was not with us so on the 3rd day, the driver suggested to skip the 3rd visit at Masai Mara and stop at Lake Naivasha to do an activity at an extra cost, which we refused to but agreed to stop there for a walk; however, when we got there he advised that the weather was not good enough and we drove straight into the hotel without actually doing anything at all, other than driving, which was a bit of a waste of a day; a back-up plan would have been appreciated. My friend and I finished our safari earlier than some other people in our group and were put in a different car to go back to Nairobi. There, we learnt that the people from that other car had paid less for the same type safari (with a different operator), done more things (the activity at Lake Naivasha that was offered at extra cost was offered for free to them) and had a much better car so it annoyed us a bit but that's life.
In short, I had a great time in this safari and I saw all the animals I wanted to which was amazing but if I were to do another safari I would probably do a bit more of research and negotiate the price better.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Leah is always at hand to assist! Great Service
We had a great group weekend in diani. from the transfer, all details were arranged as we had requested.
Leah even arranged a free upgrade!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable experience of true bush life in Botwana with wonderful and knowledgeable staff
Unbelievable experience of true bush life in Botswana! Philimon is so knowledgeable. He as well as his support staff go out of their way to make everything special and nothing is too much trouble. Joe, the chef, whipped up delicious meals and we did not go hungry once. Philimon also took my son fishing in the Delta. There is just nothing like a mekoro ride while the sun is setting over the Delta. We learned so much about the bush in Bots and ticked off a bucket list-experience!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Value!! Great Experience!
My wife and I spent the last 15 months travelling the planet and we were fortunate enough to spend some of that time in Kenya. One of our big ticket items was to experience a Safari in the Maasai Mara. After a few days of research... we were lucky to come across Kenya Budget Safaris. The main factor of us choosing them was first the price... the quote we received was better than any other place we checked. Then the quick and detailed responses we received from Esther gave us reassurance that we were dealing with a legit and professional company.
The safari itself was something we will never forget. The camp we stayed at for the first two nights was great. Basic tent with a bed inside it really gives you the feel that you're out on safari. The food they served was really good. But obviously the best part is being out in the park. We were paired with the best guide who really knew the area... Papa Kilo... he had been driving for close to 20 years. Very knowledgeable. Any question we asked he had the answer.
Anyways stop looking around. If you're looking for a Budget Safari.. this is the one. If you want some pics visit our facebook page... Grounded Wanderlust.. for proof of the amazing experience we had.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A very well organized amazing safari
We booked 5 nights (2 days Skukudza, 2 days Satara, 1 day Molabetsi) with Wild Wings Safari. The trip was very well organized in advance. We had an abolutely perfect time with our Guide Simon. Not only that he knew everything about animals / plants / wildlife, he was also a perfect driver and cook. Landscape and wildlife in Skukudza is different from Satara, so I liked that we stayed at both places. The only thing I did not like that much was the "walking safari", but that was probably more a thing of my own expectations. Thank you again for the amazing time in Kruger!