50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
African Dream
My trip to Africa far exceeded my expectation! Godson was our guide while climbing Mt Kilimanjaro his professional approach was outstanding. Godson never got tired of answering questions or showing points of interest, a flower or a tiny Sunbird native to the area, Godson was enthusiastic to share his vast knowledge. We were served good wholesome nutritional meals while trekking the mountain from a happy group of guides. Our bags were carried by the guides who would pull down the camp in the morning and have it setup at the next destination by the time our group would arrive in the afternoon. Communication was not a problem all the guides had a good knowledge of English and were happy to enter into conversation. My trip to Africa was a life long dream, with Godson as my guide my dream came true!
I would highly recommend Godson Adventures, when I return to Africa to go on safari I will be going with Godson Adventures.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent customer service
African Skimmer Safaris exceeded my expectations.The Safari Started on time, the driver was extremely courtoeus serving us with water throughout the journey,he played nice soft music and kept updating us about the sorroundings as we travelled.I have recommended the company to many people so far.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
nice one for sure
They were keen to earn our business, and promptly replied to all my questions and concerns. Also they managed to accommodate our last minute changes due to flight changes. Our guide, Cornel, took care of every Need, and was prepared for many different situations. He has excellent knowledge on animals and birds, and in many occasions he found animals that were hundreds of meters away from us. We just did know how he could spot them! We had a great 8 day trip, and all the arrangement, lodge selections, jeep, and guide were excellent. We highly recommend you check out Safarihub when you plan your trip to Tanzania, you will not be disappointed!!!!
VN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful trip
Good arrangement, excellent driver and Mr. Otien was very nice. We were even given nice company T- shirts as souvenir
If we come back Kenya in future, we still go with Kenya Walking Survivors Safaris
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under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a life time!
Everything was very organized. The guides were educated about the wild life and the culture. You could tell they loved their job. They are amazing people to talk to. We had so many crazy interactions with the animals. They made my vacation the best one I have ever had.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Samburu National Reserve by Mr Alun Pritchard
A rugged beauty - a sense of the wild.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Ol Pejeta Conservancy by Mr Alun Pritchard
Lacked the sense of wilderness we so enjoyed at Samburu.
US
A surreal day of hiking and wildlife
Though my stay in Hell's Gate National Park was short (1 day) it has remained vivid in my memory.
Our group opted in to take a hike through the gorge at the park, and after an entertaining lunch (provided by our hotel) trying to keep the baboons and monkeys from stealing our food, we started on our way. We did not really prepare well for the hike, which turned out to be more intense than we had thought. At least three times throughout the excursion we had to climb or descend a rope or ladder. There were points where the trail became so narrow, and slippery that we had to bridge over flowing water with our feet on one side of the ravine and our hands on the other. It was a great adventure that I thoroughly enjoyed, but I would suggest coming prepared for more than a light walk.
The gorge was full of wonderful scenery including tall cliffs, flowing water, waterfalls, trees and flowers and even hot springs, and more. If you feel comfortable with a medium to difficult hike, I would highly recommend it. Michael, our Masai guide for the hike, was barefoot the whole time. A few of the people in our group got their shoes wet, so that might be something to take into consideration.
A storm blew in while we were hiking, and our guide seemed nervous and was very helpful with other groups. He paid close attention to the weather. Being so narrow, it makes sense that the gorge is prone to flash flooding, but our guide made us feel safe, and we were well clear of the ravine by the time the rain really started. It was certainly one of the best hiking experiences I have had in my life. If you can do it, you definitely should.
We saw a huge number of animals as were were leaving the park. The sun was setting, and the animals were mingling out in a broad field below some beautiful towering cliffs where vultures perched. We saw herds of zebra and giraffe and gazelle all intermingled. Warthogs and birds ran around in the low grass, and we even saw a secretary bird chasing mice. This being our first stop on the trip, it was overwhelming to see so much. I think it was probably the largest number of animals we saw in one place during our whole trip. Our driver and guide, Sammy, was very patient and had lots of great suggestions for us. He also always got us in a good position for pictures and viewing.
The landscape is unique and beautiful, the animals were abundant, and the hiking was superb. It was also very close to our resort on Lake Naivasha, and it seemed like there were several others nearby as well.
I highly recommend this park if you visit Kenya, but come prepared with good shoes and maybe some rain gear.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A life enriching experience.
Our safari was organised by a Kenyan company based in Nairobi and we were extremely satisfied with their arrangements. We visited Samburu, Sweet Water, Naivasha and the Masai Mara. We traveled by Land Cruiser which was comfortable and suited to the terrain (especially in Samburu) and our accommodation met all our requirements. We found the staff to be welcoming and ready to oblige at all the lodges / tented camps. The food was good everywhere and excellent in some instances.
Our guide, who was with us throughout, had a wide breadth of knowledge about the various locations and the wildlife and his experience and understanding added to our pleasure and awe. We particularly enjoyed the arid ruggedness of Samburu and the wide expanses of the Mara punctuated by the odd tree on the skyline.
The animals were plentiful and we were fortunate to see four of the big five (the leopard eluded us) and one of the most memorable experiences was witnessing a lion kill at close range. We were also able to observe a family group of five cheetah in close proximity. Less spectacular, but equally memorable, was the guided walk at Naivasha lake. It is a trip we would happily repeat and we would have no hesitation in using the same company to make our arrangements.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience of a live time
The safari's are an incredible experience. We saw every animal we hoped to see and some we never thought we would. White rhino, wild dogs, leopards, lion pride, elephants, etc. etc. Loved it! February the bush is lush but we still saw all the animals.
Good food.
Guides are passionate and dedicated to helping you see the animals.
Thornhill Lodge was fantastic, the people are amazing and the lodge was very clean and nice.
beautiful scenery during the panorama route drive.