US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exquisite and personalized Kilimanjaro and Safari Honeymoon
Planet Africa Safaris Helped us every step of the way. They booked all accommodations, transportation, and worked within our budget to ensure we had an amazing honeymoon. Leah and her team put together a trip of a lifetime, preparing us and providing us with detailed itineraries (including one for our family and friends to follow us on our journey), as well as ensuring all travel within Africa was completely seamless. Our accommodations were extremely comfortable and all drivers were waiting for us at the appropriate times and were in comfortable vehicles. Trip was seamless and highly recommend Planet Africa Safaris!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lucky Safari -- all due to the wildlife guide and the careful guidance of Makasa.
Our experience in Tanzania was above and beyond any hopes or expectations we may have had. Makasa Wildlife Guide Jamal Minja was an extraordinary person. Not only did he spot and guide us to some experiences we could never have hoped for (leopards, black rhinos, many thousands of others), but he worked with us as an older and handicapped couple -- always saying, "Babu (Grandfather), this is your vacation." He knew all the wildlife and taught us so much that I couldn't believe it. I loved the Swahili language and Jamal patiently worked with me on basic phrases. A gentleman, intelligent, and patient person - but always respecting the rules and regulations for the wildlife - and I just can't tell you how important that was to us. For example, Mr. Minja found a place where three black rhinos were together (miraculous, because not only are they few and endangered but also are solitary animals). Some guides were driving their vehicles across the land to get a closer look for their "tipping" clients, but Jamal explained that was illegal and harmful. Not for a million years would I have wished to contravene those regulations, and thank you Makasa for giving us a wise guide to help us enjoy "God's Parks." Kwaheri.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Satisfied tour adventure with Gecko
The communications in advance of the tour went very well and quick with Rama the contact person.
The private tour of 5 days was very nice and exciting and we had a very good english speaking gide/driver with very good eyes. He saw most animals much earlyer as we did and we have seen the big five and much more. The accomodation and lodges were very good and met the expectations. It is by the way intended that the guide/driver has dinner with you in the accommodations, which was not told beforehand. If you want to have romantic dinners this is not very convenient. The 4wheeldrive car was very good but the power chargers did not work so bring enough power with you. The partner of Rama was also very friendly and helpfull.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome Safari in Tanzania
Our safari was great we loved all the travel arrangements through Tanzania Roadside Expeditions. Our tour took us through the many faces of Tanzania: Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti national park, our guides were extremely knowledgeable and a lot of fun. We saw everything we'd hoped for; including cheetahs, a leopard, rhinos and so many lions we lost count.
All in all, I highly recommend Tanzania Roadside Expeditions, James and Ezekiel our guides.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Tanzania on its best by Paka
I had such an amazing trip that i booked through Paka Adventures.
In the beginning when searching I obviously was nervous for going to Africa.
Thanks to the professionalism of Eivind and Helena I felt comfortable right away.
The trip took me to all the highlights of the southern part of Tanzania:
- Mikumi
- Selous
- Zanzibar
- Dar es Salaam
From a to z, the entire trip was organized superb. The driver/guide was great, the lodges and camps were sublime and the vehicle new. The game drives truly were amazing!!
Thanks paka adventures for the trip of my life!
JP
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good experiences at reasonable cost
The reason why I chosed Swahili Paradise Touwrs & Safaris was its tour cost which was reasonable compared with that of other tour companys. Of course I didn't feel the quality of the tour was behind that of other tour companys. So that I was satisfied with the servfice of Swahili Paradise Touwrs & Safaris .
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great attention to detail
From the very first enquiry to Simon regarding the possibility of a trip to Namibia I was impressed by his knowledge and the attention to detail he provided. Although we are used to visiting South Africa, Namibia was a country that we knew very little about. The planned itinerary was superb and I did things I'd never imagined possible, such as climbing a huge sand dune and scrambling down canyons. The best bit however had to be the game drives, where we saw a vast array of wild life, and the opportunity to track cheetahs and a huge hyena on foot. Accommodation overall was very good. I can really recommend the extension to Okonjima and the Africat Foundation; it was well worth the extra. You do have to have a certain amount of fitness but we are both over 60 and apart my husband suffering from a bad back the itinerary did not cause us problems. I can really recommend Native Escapes for its professionalism and great customer service. Thank you Simon.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
wonderful safari experience I'll never forgt
My husband, cousin and I recently booked safari with Kilimanjaro Trekking Mate and can't speak highly enough of our experience. We recommend them very highly. We visited the Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater, and also Tarangire national park. We saw an incredible amount of animals (30 lions!). We also got up close and personal with the Maasai tribe, and made memories together we won't soon forget. Our guide, Shirima, was very professional and cared very much to provide us an excellent experience. We had a great time with him. Nick, the organizer, did a great job of setting everything up, and cared a great deal that we had a nice trip. Our hotels and the food were very nice.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nothing but 5 stars
Clare with Wild Wings deserves 8 stars to put up with our group. She communicated with us right away every time, was patient with our many changes and the bottom line is she knew exactly what safari and lodge we should visit based on our budget needs. She found it and it far exceeded our expectations. Our transit drivers were always on time and very nice GAP Tours). Her lodging choices we enjoyed (Inyati Lodge) and the choice of Sabi Sands Game Reserve was right on point (we did see the BIG FIVE). We loved our experience using Clare with Wild Wings and are already planning our next adventure.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience with Ancient Wild Safaris
My wife and I enjoyed a wonderful experience with Ancient Wild Safaris. I had been talking with Michael for several months before we arrived in Kenya asking him all sorts of questions. He was very prompt at replying back to me with all the answers to my questions. The itinerary provided to us was followed through completely to detail as provided . The only change made was a request made by myself which they accommodated . We were on a 7 day safaris that took us to Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivashu and to Aboseli park. We also used Ancient Wild Safaris to provide two days after our safari on day trips around Nairobi. All of the guides we had did a great job and we want to especially want to thank our guide Joseph who spent 5 1/2 days with us and was an awesome guide. I would highly recommend using Ancient Wild Safaris