JP
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
great experiment 4days tour
i join 3nyt 4days tour. and the guide James give us full time suport.so i enjoy Safari！ just one thing about meal. almost same manue and same place. so, i repuest bit change manue even same lunch place.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime
We found Nick to be the ultimate tour guide. He was kind, considerate, and very helpful. His knowledge of Africa, the wildlife, and terrain was amazing. It was like taking a college course in African studies. We would have missed so much if it weren't for Nick and his expertise in pointing out things we could have easily overlooked. This trip far surpassed our expectations and I would highly recommend it for anyone looking for adventure (in a protected environment).
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We'll be back for more!
We went on a tour of South Africa for two weeks with our guide Federica from Shikwaru Adventures after a friend recommended her to us. She adapted and tailored the tour and the visits according to what we wanted to see. We went for a whole tour of South Africa, beginning in Johannesburg where we saw the Mandela Museum, Mandela's house, a youth Center, all while learning about the history of the city and the country. After that things kept interesting as we took the road towards the private game reserves and Kruger National Park. The trip went on through Swaziland and St Lucia and we finished in Cape Town after a short flight.
Federica knows really a great deal about the country, the animals, the people and was able to answer 99% of the questions that went through our mind during the trip. It was a really great experience, we managed to see almost all of the big five during the two weeks, but we'll be back to catch the evasive Leopard! If you want a tour where you can take your time, where you're not in a packed bus stacked with 30 people where everything is calculated to the minute then you can stop searching.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Memories Safaris treated me very well!
I chose Amazing Memories Safaris for my second trip to Kenya. Planning began with Anne in mid-2017 less than a year after I returned from my first Kenya safari which had been arranged with another tour operator. Anne was very helpful and responsive in the planning process and by August I had a contract in hand and had paid a deposit for a safari scheduled for this month, Feb. 2018.
Unfortunately, I encountered serious health complications in the fall of 2017 and eventually had to cancel this trip. I let Anne know of this possibility in Dec. but by this time payments had been made for lodging in Samburu and at Offbeat Mara plus a flight from Nairobi to the Mara. But Anne was able to get a refund from Offbeat Mara, so both are to be commended for their wonderful customer service.
Even though I was unable to make this trip, my financial losses were greatly reduced by the above mentioned refund and redeposit of my airline miles and a refund of airline fees paid to United. I expect an additional small refund from my trip insurance claim.
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US
The safari of a lifetime!
Our guides were wonderfully patient and informed got us to where the action in the Park was taking place. Whether we were in pursuit of elephants, giraffe, the "Crossing" at The Mara River or even a live lion kill, we were exposed to more action than expected while on Safari. The African Adventure Specialists staff were very knowledgeable, patient and professional. I definitely plan to go back and take friends with. This was an awesome experience and this business helped make it happen! Thank you for showing us the true beauty of the Motherland!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good experience!!
I had only two days free at the end of a professional trip to Kenya, so I choosed the 2 days Safari to Massai Mara, and honestly, nothing to say, it was so good. Our driver was super, communication with the staff, perfect, service very good, and the price is very interesting. It was my first time in a Safari, obviously 2 days, it's short, but it was super, honestly, I recommend!!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Good quality safari that was well organized, and with pleasant people to deal with.
Gorilla Tours was super to deal with and they delivered a good quality safari. I had been to many African countries in the past, but this was my first trip to Uganda. Virgo at Gorilla Tours was prompt and described everything well. Everyone in our group of travelers really enjoyed how organized everything was, the quality and the descriptions provided all the information that we needed. Ronnie our driver/guide was excellent and went out of his way to make sure we had the best possible adventure. I highly recommend Gorilla Tours if you are seeking a good primate safari for both chimpanzees and gorillas.
US
Well-organized
It lived up to my expectations. Chris did a great job.
LT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized safari tour on which we managed to see all major wildlife animals
Me and my wife selected KWSS for our 8 days safari in Kenya. Responses from Mr. Otieno were very prompt even on weekends, safari program was adjusted to our individual needs with really competitive price. Safari tour was well organized, our guide Marcus is very knowledgeable in wildlife and birds, thanks to him we saw all animals that we originally expected.
Selected budget accommodations were reasonably equipped with private facilities and clean, no complains. Food prepared by our chef Moses was tasty and with reasonable choice, enjoyed that. However, selected restaurant where we had a few lunches on the way from one national park to another (I think in town called Mai Mahiu) could improve food quality and choice.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful safari, including trekking gorgeous gorillas and chimps, with most amazing guide Eric.
Have never used Speke before, but definitely would holiday with them again and would highly recommend them to anyone else. We have travelled extensively in Africa, India and South &. Central America to see wildlife. This trip was up there with the very best especially as we had world-class guide Eric to ensure our experience. As vegans, Eric ensured that all our food was appropriate - and very tasty. Would highly recommend the accommodation - Buhoma Lodge at Bwindi, Kyaninga Lodge for the chimp trekking and Bakers Lodge at Murchison Falls. It is worth mentioning that Bakers Lodge is on the far side of the Nile to the Murchison Falls NP, so you are dependent on ferry crossings to get into the park which means you cannot stay in the park early evening.
A HUGE thank you to Eric of Speke, in particular, for making our holiday so special.