50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Their goal is to give you the best safari experience.
Had a 2 week safari with Joseph and Tony. Trip of a lifetime made so special by Nature’s Wonderland Safaris. Every day they focused on finding us animals and getting us in position to take great photos. Their knowledge about the animals and birds is incredible. Highly ethical and great fun to be with.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful game drives, good food, good talks with tour company
As a senior traveler (69) I was expecting some difficulty -- but a sense of adventure is required anywhere and I could not have been happier with everyone at Kalahari Breeze! The food was fantastic - I traveled with my son and his fiancee who are vegan, but I'm easy to please with anything and Kalahari chefs made superb meals in the bush! Garden Studio in Maun was also excellent, as well as the food the ladies made at Kubu Lodge in Kasane and the chef at Masuwe Lodge, Victoria Falls.
Returning to Maun and Garden Studio after two different tent camping "chapters" (Mokoro and Moreni Game Reserve) was refreshing. Best parts of this trip were learning that the company that Chris and Maria started support many local people; good discussions about water and politics in this part of Africa, and the future of wildlife here.
Botswana appears to have taken a different path than other countries in wanting to preserve its wild areas. The animals here are 'business partners' not hunting trophies. I was pleased to read that Chief Moremi's wife was responsible in 1963 for arranging the establishment of the Moremi Game Reserve.
I liked learning about the relationship between the animals and people who live here, from Clifford, Chris and Saba, who were all our guides in a way. The huge roar on the second night at Moremi was an announcement that our camp was in a male lion's territory, explained Clifford, who found his tracks about 100 yards away next morning. The lion is not interested in coming into your tent. Having said that, it's a good idea to not come out of the tent at night - bathrooms are attached to each sleeping tent! If you want a flush toilet at all times you will miss wonderful tent camping with Kalahari Breeze, and evenings around the camp fire. Other night visitors were a honey badger, hyena and a single wild dog.
I enjoyed Clifford's perceptions: The old elephant is just like an old man, nothing bothers him too much. (One little elephant trumpeted loudly at us and then ran behind his mother.) After seeing a pride of 3 lionesses and their 6 cubs (who were very thin) I realized that life is also hard for the lion, not just the impala, zebra and wildebeest.
And the elephant at Mokoro who grazes just feet away, breaking trees all night, isn't interested in you either, just those leaves at the top. Mr Saba built a fire to tell the elephant we were here, and the elephant left. No guns are allowed in Botswana, so the people and animals respect one another's territory.
The next chapter, as Clifford would say, was the move across the border to Zimbabwe (after 2 great nights at Kubu Lodge in Kasane, northern Botswana) and Masuwe Lodge in Victoria Falls. Again wonderful talks with Cassius the concessioner and some history of Zimbabwe. Beautiful cabins and a pool here as well. Don't be alarmed to see a gecko occasionally in your cabin. Viewing Victoria Falls was stunning - we were almost alone here - COVID has limited travel from everywhere and has been hard on the local economy.
This trip was somewhat challenging because of two separate COVID tests necessary to cross into Botswana and then into Zimbabwe, but this trip was safe, secure and enlightening. We saw many elephants, impalas, zebras, cape buffalo, giraffes, lions and hippos, as well as many birds. The waters of the Okavango Delta were free-flowing, clean, and cold -- like the Everglades, a flowing river spread wide. I took an excellent book about Africa with me and read it along the way: The Shadow of the Sun, by Ryszard Kapuscinski, a Polish journalist. Great read.
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good
Thank you !
The camp was incredible and the people were very kind.
Matthew from Indigo safari was extremely responsive, thanks again!
The only drawback was the "walking safari" which was not a safari but a walk in the forest with a guide, although nice and being a source of knowledge, made a "show" reserved for tourists (or children) which did not particularly please us (nor the people present that day...) ... But it is quickly forgotten because everything else was perfect!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great 2 day safari trip, we saw all animals we wanted to see!
We did the 2 day trip to Tarangire and Ngorongoro with African Polecat Safaris. The booking process was very straightforward, James answered all questions we had very quickly. The deposit they requested was also quite reasonable(5% via online payment). They accepted the payment in 2 different currencies, which helped us a lot. The safari itself was very thorough, we were well taken care of from the airport pick up to the accommodation and at the end airport drop off. In the safari itself, we had a very fun guide, Simba, who was always energetic and ready to explain everything. Food at the safari was delicious and we got good tips on how to save our food from the monkeys and the birds :) Really recommended!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Unforgettable experience
I made a 5-days trip to Kilimanjaro in Tanzania and I certainly wish I had more time. The country and the people are beautiful but what made the trip even more enjoyable for us was my tour guide Phillip Samuel from Manyara travel club. He is a very knowledgeable, accommodating and has a great sunny personality! Since this was my first trip in Tanzania, I relied a lot on Phillip’s expertise on how to best spend my short stay and what the local customs are. Overall, it was quite an enriching experience which wouldn't have been possible if I didn't have an excellent guide like Phillip. I wanted to see many places in a limited amount of time, but Phillip was able to create an itinerary for me that suited what I wanted and packed it with some of the most exciting activities possible given my short stay...
I are very happy and would definitely recommend Manyara travel club to my friends and family who plan to visit Tanzania. Thanks Phillip for enormous support towards my success to Uhuru peak.
CA
BEST TOUR COMPANY, HANDS DOWN!
We completed a customized 8 day safari starting with the Northern Serengeti down to Tarangire National Park. IT WAS THE BEST EXPERIENCE EVER!
From planning to execution, Gosheni Safari's quality and service was impeccable. Apart from the incredible photos and stories to tell for decades, I'm grateful for the countless laughs and conversations over lunches and dinner that really taught me how to take everything 'pole pole' and the real meaning of TIA (THIS IS AFRICA). Africa, I'm in love and to be honest, a lot of the credit goes to Gosheni Safaris for being an incredible host, specifically GABRIEL and PENDO who exceeded our expectations. We will surely be back again and recommend this tour company to all our family and friends. Choosing a local company with incredible standards makes a lot of difference on the quality of experience. Thank you Gosheni!! :) <3
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Phenomenal guides and safari!
Our group of 11 people took the 6-day jeep safari of Masai Mara, Nakuru, and Amboseli with guides Richard and James. Both were extremely knowledgeable, personable, skilled, and fun. They spotted every animal that we might have been able to see, including some rare birds (the Kenyan national bird is beautiful). Also, definitely visit the Masai tribe's village!
Richard and James went above and beyond to accommodate our groups many requests and differing departure flight itineraries. And Minneh was a wonderful contact and trip organizer over the course of 6 months prior to our safari. I highly recommend taking a safari with Jocky Tours.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
Travelling with African chitah has made our travelling so special. The guides are experienced, charming and very cooperative. It have been a big story at home since we came back. I recommend African chitah to everyone who want to enjoy and explore the beauty of Tanzania.
PK
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator, Juseff, was amazing, kind , welcoming and I loved the overall journey I had.
My experience with Explorers wild adventures was absolutely amazing. The guide Juseff was so kind, he showed us the best spots and he made our experience even more enjoyable. He showed us the animals and amazing spots in Kenya.
PK
Memorable
I love to make trip with them again and again. Our guide is very humble and friendly. The services they provided us are up to the mark. Its a good value for money.