NO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A good budget option, but with some small flaws that could easily be avoided.
Made some great memories.
On the first days we went to Masai Mara and saw the great migration. I think we must have seen a million wildebest, and some of them crossed the mara river. We also saw lions, elephants, leopard, buffalos, cheetas, giraffe, sebras, ostriches, hippos, crocodiles, antilopes, warthogs and more.
On day three we went to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride. It was very beautiful, and well worth it. Not so many animals, but we saw hippos, sebras, wildebeest, and many birds. The main reason for going is the beauty of it.
On day four we went for a drive around lake Nakuru. Also a beatiful lake. The lake is famous for its massive number of flamingos, but unfortunately there was not many this time. However we saw rhinos, lions, baboons, sebras, giraffes, warthogs, antilopes, wildebeest, and more.
On day five we went to Devils Gate. We rentet bicycles and rode them through part of the national park with a guide. This was fantastic. On the bikes we past by many animals, and felt closer to them than in the safari car. We rode by gjiraffes, warthogs, buffalos, antilopes, baboons and sebras. In the end of the bike tour we went in to Hells gate canyon, that was very beautiful. The canyon is very narrow some places, and has natural hotsprings.
On day six and seven we was at Amboseli. This is maybe the best place to see elephants in the entire world, and is very scenic because of the dramatic view of mt Kilimanjaro. Here we saw more than hundred elephants, and the elephants was not so shy of humans, as many other places. This is a very beautiful place. We also saw some hyenas, sebras, gjiraffes, antilopes, hippos, baboons and more.
The food in general was ok. At the hotels and camps it was ok or even good, but we ate three times at the safari junction where the food was terrible. The accomodation, although budget was better than expected.
Miti Mingi Eco Camp in Masai Mara was right by the parks gate and rustic. The tents was quite big and had working hot shower, but no electricity. Some of the bedsheets should be thrown away. But overall a good camp with a very genuine safari feeling. The food was ok. We had two nights here.
Hotel Citymax in Nakuru was a nice and clean hotel with good food. We had two nights here.
Taphe Guest house in Naivasha was a nice quiet place. Friendly area, 15 minutes walk from town. However we did have a big outbreak of mold in our room. The food here was the best on the trip. We had one night here.
Kimana camp Amboseli was the best of the two camps. We stayed in a nice cabin with electricity and hot shower. The food was good, and both the cabin and restaurant had a nice view of mt Kilimanjaro.
The safari car was a rebuildt Hiace. The roof was liftet when on safari.
What could be better?
-The driving, especially the last 100km towards Masai Mara and in Masai Mara was terrifying. But to be fair, some of the people in our group did enjoy the ride.
-The day we where going to check in at Naivash we drove past Naivasha for 45 minutes, to eat at a restaurant at the safari junction. Everyone agreed that this place had terrible food, so why drive 2*45 minutes to eat here.
-Information was some times inaccurate. We where informed that biking in Hells gate would cost extra. The price given was the renting of the bike. But when we arrived we realized that in addition we had to pay to be allowed to bike in the park. And we also had to pay a bike guide.
The comunication was ok, but the information was not always accurate.
In Nairobi, Ancient Wild Safaris booked a table for us at Carnivore restaurant. We where told we had to pay in usd and that the price of 100 usd includet food and non alcoholic beverages. I also asked if this includet a provison for the company, or if this was the price the company had to pay the restaurant. I was told that this was the price the company had to pay the restaurant, so we decided to give something extra to the company for arranging it. Especially since it seems like it is a one person company. Arriving at the restaurant we found out that the price was lower, we did not have to pay in usd, and it did not include non-alcoholic beverages. We think it is very reasonable that the company takes a fee for arranging things like this, but doing it like this was not ok.
NZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience
We went on a 3-day gorilla trek with Encounter Africa Safaris. Chris and Joseph organized a wonderful trip. Prompt responses, tailored the trip for us with no fuss when we wanted to do more on the trip. Joseph, our guide, was friendly, knowledgeable, attentive, and got us into the best gorilla trekking group! Thank you! We had a blast.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Once in a Lifetime Journey!
I was so very pleased with the service and experience that I had in Tanzania. Brenda and Kakasii are incredible knowledgable and caring. I had an incredible time on all 3 of our adventures. The planning was incredible and I was treated so well the entire trip. I met incredible people and will never forget my time in this amazing country! Thank you so much for making my lifelong dream not only come true but be the most astounding adventure I will ever have!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Mega safari with Megaadventures
We had a great time with Megaadventures, since they managed to plan for us a special and adventurous safari as we had dreamed about and asked for. The experiences we lived are unique and most of tourists we met there could never image what they lost choosing another agency for their safari (e.g. walking safaris for hours, tents in the middle of nowhere with wild animals going around)! And Ally was the best guide & driver ever!!
Ps. Delicious food with our chef Masawe!!
IT
Safari Partner
It was a great ride offered by Bison Safari. We got our best within our budget. Great job Margaret and your team. Thank you
AT
Great Vacation
Engaged Bison Safaris Last year December for a Trip to Mara, The sights were great and looking forward to a vacation this year. Great work Bison!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
very professionel
Good service, good guides and excellent explaination.
Excellent destinations choices.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Dream Come True!
What can I say? Dave and his staff took great care of us! We saw the "Big Five" plus many many more animals, which was wonderful--but just as importantly for me, I learned so much about the animals, their characteristics and habitats, Kruger Park, the environment, etc. He and his staff "know their stuff" and readily shared their knowledge with us keeping the entire safari interesting. They were helpful in every way, assuring us of the best photo shots, feeding us well (I must say, Dave is a good cook!) and booking us in comfortable accommodations in the park. I'm 72 years old--and am so happy and appreciative I had this opportunity to see God's wonder and beauty. If you have a chance to visit Kruger Park--Kruger Flexi Tour can make your dreams come true just as they did mine!
US
Excellent 3 Day Masai Mara Safari
ACZ was a wonderful group to work with. John Murage was extremely helpful in coordinating and accommodating our needs and questions months in advance. Very quick responses via email made us feel confident that we would be well taken care of and we were. Our guide Evans was so awesome! He was so knowledgeable and was able to get us great views of amazing wildlife in the Mara. We stayed at the Rhino camp and had a great time meeting other travellers. We will definitely be using ACZ again. Thanks!
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A safari living up to the greatest expectations!
From the start we had an excellent communication with Kenya Bush Expeditions. John answered immediately to all our questions and gave us good information. We booked a private safari to Amboseli, Tsavo East and Tsavo West. Our guide, Geoffrey, was very friendly and had an excellent eye to spot the animals. We stayed in the most amazing lodges, and we saw so many animals. We also went to Masai Mara (with another company), but we actually preferred this safari over the Mara. We can highly recommend Kenya Bush Expeditions, as it was a perfect Safari for a good price. Thank you guys!