KR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
If you want to do short safari, This is a reasonable price.
This is not bad and not good. I have arranged pick up service in the airport. But, They didn't pick me up.
This is a not good point.
But, I enjoyed this package.
As you know, This package is most cheapest price among the package.
And they tried to endeavor a lot.
I think they did best.
This is a not bad point.
Nomally i was enjoyed.
IL
Care and Effort
We have decided on a trip, in a very short term leaving almost no time for maneuvering. So first positive point was to organize everything quickly and effectively. During the trip we have met jeeps going back and forth on the track driving unnecessary miles on tough roads just to get to hotels. In our case Tomodachi organized the flights and the local driving to minimize unnecessary going back and forth. Lastly all goes back to you, jeep and your driver/guide. The vehicle can brake ease-ally. In this case you at the mersy of your agency, how quickly r u going to get a replacement vehicle. In our case Tomodachi was in constant contact with us assisting us to get the vehicle as soon as possible.
LK
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Had a great time in Kenya
It was a well plan tour with excellent accommodation, transport, friendly and helpful guide / Driver. Eric was very helpful in providing the best tour itinerary to suite the budget and the time we had in Kenya. All in all it was a memorable visit and would like to recommend him to anyone who plans to visit Kenya.
TR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Disaster !
We went to Amboseli and Masai Mara between 11-18 Septembre with Visit Mount Kenya Tours.
This was a terrible experience especially in Masai Mara as
- The company's minivan broke down on the first day as it was a very old and neglected car. They took us to Safari with a normal car where naturally it was impossible to enjoy savannah . The next day we refused to be in that car and we discussed with the driver and hardly found a land cruiser
- The driver (he told his name is Justus) never came to hotel to pick us up at agreed hours for the morning and afternoon safaris , he was always late 1-2 hours. The hotel management told us later that he was drunk on the first day he took us to the hotel
- Although we bought the tour by agreeing that we will stay in Sopa Lodges, the driver in Masai Mara tried to place us in a different hotel saying that Sopa Lodges is full , we discussed with him, He talked on the phone with company owner/manager Rufus then they accepted to take us to Sopa Lodge which was already what we agreed upon. If we did not object hardly, we would miss the opportunity of staying in a really very good hotel ( Sopa Lodge). The driver told us he would place us in a sister hotel !!?? of Sopa Lodge
- The last day in Masai Mara, the driver did not show up at all, we stayed in the hotel, we missed 2 safaris
- The last day when we were leaving the hotel, the hotel did not let us leave because Rufus (owner/manager of visit mount kenya) did not pay to hotel the money we had paid him a couple of weeks before our visit. so we argued with hotel management and they accepted that it was a problem between them and visit mount Kenya , and we left with another car hotel management found for us. We did not return to Nairobi with that driver of visit mount Kenya.
I wont write everything we experienced but my recommendation is that never use this agency!! We will make our officials complaints too.
CA
Great time in Masaai Mara with a few flaws
Overall, Our visit to Masaai Mara has been incredibly enjoyable. But a few things just got a bit annoying after a while:
- Robert told us there would be 7 people in the van, however there were 8. It was a VERY crowded van and during game drives, it got quite hectic
- We were told by the operators that seeing the great migration was a guarantee. We almost cancelled because we saw online that great migration already passed, but he assured us that great migration was happening. Sure enough, there were no wilder beasts... We could've saved it for Tanzania. I highly encourage everyone to do their own independent research... because at the end of the day, its a business for these tour operators.
- The Masaai village tour is NOT free. Its 1000 shillings to enter, which was not clearly communicated by the tour operators. There were a few shocked faces in our group when this was communicated.
However, overall, the people in our group made it worth while. We've met some great friends during the trip and don't regret the decision to visit masaai mara :)
SG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
professional team, well organised and value for money
I joined a 6-day safari tour to Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli with my 3 other friends and I must say the tour was very well organized by Safaribook Evolution. Steve was prompt in replying emails most of the time and gave us good advice about our trip. Sam, our driver/tour guide, is absolutely fantastic, he knows very well the way in the national parks and he was very proactive in giving us the best spot for viewing of wildlife. We managed to see all the big 5 in one single day and snap some real good photos. One of us got his luggage delayed due to the airline’s mistake and Steve did his best to communicate with various parties and sent the luggage to somewhere near Lake Naivasha on day 4 for us to pick up on the way to Amboseli. It was a huge relief for my friend and we felt truly thankful of that. All in all, I think the tour was value for money and well delivered up to our expectation. I would recommend it to anyone who is keen to visit safari in Kenya.
HU
Northern Masailand safaris are ahead of the pack
every safari company should follow northern Masailand safari with service and packages. Henry is without doubt the best safari provider. My whole trip run seamlessly without a glitch. Everything was on time. The food was always hot and fresh. Communication was immediate. The service wold class.The itinerary eventful. Accommodations beyond what i expected. this is clearly Henry's field of expertise. Great work Henry.
fun under the sun
Zanzibar is amazing. The blend of cultural and historic vibes creates an almost romantic atmosphere. watching how the women dress and go about their day tending to their children, husband and relatives was a delight. I even bought a hijab for myself! The museums we visited went back to several decades, and although disintegrating, were of unprecedented beauty. The aquatic beaches were a wonder. So clean. So blue. Ohhh so blue. Scuba diving gave us the opportunity to literally swim with the fishes. Sunbathing under the sun with the signature Zanzibar breeze was spellbinding. Northern masailand offers experiences that are singular and personalized. Thank you Henry for my dream vacay!
HK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari/ Kilimanjaro
the Safari was generally smooth sailing and bar the disappointment of not seeing the Rhino, it was very enjoyable. John is a very knowledgeable guide and a great spotter! The tented lodge are very comfortable, complete with shower, running water and flushing toilets. Food was very good too and the pre dinner camp fire is also something to look forward to each time.
Kilimanjaro - had a very enjoyable climb and John and his team are very professional and experienced. The ascent was successful, all of us made it, and this is largely because of his team efforts to ensure we have maximum chance. John had 2 experienced porters together with his 2 assist. guides and himself to accompany the 5 of us up Kilimanjaro. A point to note is the gears that the porters have are mostly very basic and old, so I would encourage future visitors to bring their old gears in using conditions and donate to the team.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A lot of personal attention
I had lived in east africa for several years and had gone on safari before, but our adult son had not. A Kenyan friend recommended Dickson and we were not disappointed. Most safari are showing you the same countryside and the same animals but Dickson gave a lot of personal attention to make sure everything went as planned. His driver was very friendly and a nice person to be with. Dickson selected a very nice lodge, but not the centrally located, high priced units. We took a Kenyan college student that had never been to the Mara with us. She was very impressed. It was a great time. I would recommend Dickson to any one.