US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic photo safari with many outstanding photo opportunities
Makasa provided me with a memorable safari experience. Selma was always outstanding responding to my questions via e-mail and helping me develop the perfect safari based on what I wanted to see and the kind of accommodations I desired. She made many helpful suggestions, but she was always tuned in to my wishes.
The safari itself certainly was outstanding in every way. I was fortunate to have Ngomi as my guide, and I doubt there is a better, more knowledgeable guide in Tanzania. He and Kalebi, our driver, were outstanding in finding outstanding animal photo opportunities and made many helpful suggestions on when and how to get the "perfect" photo. I got many many photos of the "Big Five" in addition to many great photos of other animals and birds. Ngomi was always able to identify the animals and birds, including the scientific classification. And his eyesight is unreal -- he could spot a leopard tail in a tree or a black rhino 1000 meters away. I have nothing but great memories of my safari, and hopefully will be able to return for a follow-up; I know Makasa will help me plan the perfect second safari!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Life Changing
I initially had trouble finding a suitable and trustworthy safari company during my trip to Tanzania. Being a new traveler to Africa, I spoke with a friend who recently went on a few safaris while visiting Tanzania and he referred me to Open Africa Safaris.
What an experience!!!! I toured Arusha, Lake Manyara NP, Ngorongoro Crater and climbed Mount Kilimanjaro. Open Africa Safaris planned the entire trip, every detail was perfectly executed, and I commend Anthony and Open Africa for a seamless experience.
I would highly recommend this company as they are professional, personable, fun and knowledgable. Our tour guide Anthony was like the African Steve Irwin or Jack Hanna. He knew everything about the animals we saw and guided our experience with an absurd amount of knowledge.
On Kilimanjaro, Anthony was like Sir Edmund Hillary guiding us into the unknown up to 19,000 feet. Our every need was taken care of to include meals, setting up camp and creating the most amazing experience high above the clouds.
There are not enough stars on this review to rate just how good this company made my experience.
It's truly life altering.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Exellent
Matoke Tours is a fantastic tour company; they will do anything to offer you an unforgetable holiday to Uganda but as well to Rwanda. We had A great driver/guide (Anatoli) with a lot of knowledge of both countries.
We recommand strongly to book your safari holidays with Matoke Tours!!
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Good communication
This is the 4th time we have booked with Sun Safaris. Michelle was wonderful to work with, and took a personal interest in our trip with phone calls when needed. We have always appreciated Brett's input and advice. The trip to Botswana went smoothly with no hitches. Thank you Michelle for taking such a personal interest in our safari, and that we were able to see and enjoy such a special part of Africa.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great experience!
The plan they made for us was excellent, we visited four national parks and saw lots of animals. In Ndutu we experienced the migration with the wildebeests and their calf's, as well as the zebra's with their fowls.
Communication with Makasa Tanzanian Safaris was very easy, fast replies and suggestions according to what we wanted.
The driver/guide was very professional, easy going, patient and informative.
Accommodations were what we expected. We had a great time!
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful holidays in Kenya for 2 consecutive years
In 2011 and 2012 we visited one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Both years Waymark organized these trips for us in a perfect way. In 2011 we visited Shaba/Buffalo Springs/Samburu, Sweetwater, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara. To end our holidays we then transferred to Mombasa White Sands. Once there, we decided we missed the game drives too much and with just one phonecall we arranged for an extra 2-day safari in Tsavo East ad West.
In 2012 we started our trip in the East of Kenya at the shores of Lake Victoria. Waymark had arranged for the best place to stay at Kiboko Bay Hotel. At the Impala Center we were able to get pictures with a cheetah, quite unique ! From there again a short visit to Lake Nakuru, followed by a long stay in Maasai Mara. This time we ended our trip in Nairobi with a.o. visits to the Giraffe Center and David Sheldrick.
It would take too long to mention all the highlights during both these years, but what you can expect when booking your safari with Waymark is a unique eperience: 1) Excellent hotels/lodges; during our stays we have visited all Sarova hotels and though different in appearance, all provide excellent services 2) Very experienced drivers with outstanding knowledge of the local flora and fauna, who will put you in positions to make really unique pictures during your holidays; we have 2 very large photo's on our wall that constantly remind us of our wonderful times in Kenya, one of 6 (!) cheetahs and one of a male giraffe bonding with his newborn son. these are just a few examples of the unique pictures we were able to take ! And in 2012, we specifically asked for (and got !) the same driver as in 2011, Apollo. Both years felt like a warm bath, he looked after us "like a father does after his children". 3) Whatever issue or problem you encounter during you holidays, you can trust Waymark to solve, nothing's too much or too complicated. Perhaps the best way to make clear what they can do for you while in Kenya, is the fact that, eventhough it's been a while, we still keep in touch with both Ken and Val from Waymark and our driver Apollo. As Ken stated it in a mail: Karibu Kenya tena....this is your (2nd) home !! And they know we will be back !
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Safari Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara best safari ever
The service of Nakupendakenya is very high. Friendly and professional.
Excellent tourguide. You could see he loves his job and gave us all the time we meedeed to see the animals.
He also could tell us slot of the animals.
We saw a lot of different animals like the Rhino and the tree climbing lion, a Leopard and ofcorse elephnts and giraffes.
Questiones and problems were answered and solied as soon as possible.
We really had a super safari we didn't have to take care of anything it was arranged by Nakupendakenya .
Next time we go on safari it will be with Nakupendakenya.
Thank you for a wunderfull time
A wonderful 2 days 1 night with African travel tour to Tarangire and Ngorongoro
Dear Shabani
Thank you very much for the wonderful arrangements, especially the safari tour. We went onto the 2 days safari in Tarangire and Ngorongoro. It was perfect. We saw the many animals, Lions, Flamingo, Hyenas etc. And the crater was was superb. Thank you Shabani for a wonderful experience and your support.
Take care
HU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari !
We did a 4 day tour of Mwanza to Serengeti and Ngoronogoro with Friends of Africa Family Safaris and all their suggestions were tops. They were great to deal with and there was nothing to complain about on the planning side, but most of all it was our guide, who made the trip amazing. Jeremiah knows everything about the animals and I got the sense that he truly cares about them. We saw every animal I've ever heard of, and ones I haven't. We had seen "the big 5" by the end of the first full day, thanks to his knowledge and networking abilities. Thanks, Friends of Africa Family Safaris. It's true, you pay a little more, but the trucks are brand new and the service is top-notch. Highly recommend.
PL
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari for 2 days 1 night with African travel tour
Dear Shabani
Thanks a lot for organizing the tour for us. We enjoyed it very much. You are really hard working man. Be reachly blessed and relaxe and trust in God