50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
If you can only take one great trip in your life....make it this one.
If I could leave more than five stars I would. This was a trip I had been talking about doing for years, and then planning it for the past two...It exceeded all expectations. From attention to detail, to degree of professionalism Eric Otieno and his associate Amy Leader went above and beyond. From the start Amy, the stateside rep, walked us through the process...from initial booking, to inoculation reminders, to step by step application for visas, and then packs her bags meets us at the airport, makes sure we all get through customs and stays with us on our adventure.
And then we meet Eric....with a smile as big and genuine as all of Africa. The amazing depth of his knowledge and sincerity, and his obvious love of his country, that is truly the beauty of this experience. He and his staff not only take us on amazing game drives twice a day, but to wildlife conservation sites, local tribal villages and special visits to schools and centers for local artists and crafters. Even to a tea farm where they still hand pick the leaves.
This is not just about the game drives, but about culture and history and the intertwining of relationships- wildlife, people and natural environment. And because of the degree of warmth and hospitality, what started out as a group of acquaintances evolved into friends and ended as family.
Thank You ESA Safari, for this great gift.
Can't wait to do it again.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Masai Mara National Reserve by Emma D.
It's a classic, a must visit. The quantity of wildlife in this park is amazing. We saw the Big 5 in only 2-3 days, and were delighted. It's also very big, so it feels like you're not going around the same places all the time. Amazing experience.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Lake Nakuru National Park by Emma D.
Beautiful park, despite the lack of flamingos. Great for rhinos!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Amboseli National Park by Emma D.
Beautiful park at the foot of impressive Mt. Killimanjaro. The amount of elephants, hippos and monkeys in this park is great.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Manyeleti Game Reserve by Megan
Amazing variety of wildlife
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience - highly recommended
We only had one week planned and it was enough to really get in the thick of it - we saw the big 5 and many many more animals. The wildlife and scenery were absolutely incredible! Great season to visit, chilly in the mornings but very warm when the sun comes up. Everyone we met and our driver was very polite and very welcoming - everyone is very friendly.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I would describe my safari experience as being magical.
I did a 4 day safari with 2 friends and we had an unbelievable time. It surpassed the expectations we had as far as the comfort of our housing and variety of wildlife. I couldn't believe the moments where we were surrounded by herds of elephants and water buffalo. There wasn't 1 safari trip we went on that we didn't come across wildlife. From comparing my safari experience to friends/family I've known who have done them it appears the Manyeleti reserve is hard to beat in terms of what we came across. I might have been most impressed with our guide as his knowledge of the land and animal behavior was impressive and I completely trusted him with my safety being out in the wilderness. All of the staff, food and accommodations were also amazing! Highly recommend this safari!
MX
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything great
Great staff, great tour and great price. I what to go again the next year
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome and well organized your firm!
This was our second safari with Gilmag Safaris. We went in the end of February. We did a 6 day safari which was planed according to our needs. Mary from Gilmag Safaris suggested the schedule and I must say it was perfectly planned. We tweaked our itinerary so many times, but every query and request was met with enthusiasm and professionalism.
Gilbert and Mary promptly picked us up at the airport in a spotless Land Cruiser. They have great personality. We started in Tarangire, then Ndutu and Serengeti. Gilbert who was our guide was very knowledgeable about the parks and the many animals and birds. The Serena Lodges and Karibu Camps were incredible. The food on this trip was absolutely delicious. Every person we met was friendly and welcoming. Gilbert kept the vehicle clean and comfortable throughout the entire trip with plenty of cold water and assorted soft drinks on hand.
Overall, I was super happy with our experience and I would highly recommend that anyone wanting a customized private safari to use Gilmag Safaris. They are the best.
Wakanda Forever!
Wow! I cannot say enough good things about Serengeti Wakanda. My boyfriend and I had an incredible experience. We went on a 4 day, 3 night budget safari. I think it was just the right amount of time. Maybe one more day. But we saw all we wanted and had a truly fulfilling experience with our time.
First of all, we arrived my bus and Bartho was there waiting to pick us up. He briefed us about the next day and how things would go down and even took us to our hotel after. The next day we were picked up at our hotel by our guide and our safari vehicle. The vehicle is everything you want and more. Pop top, charging ports and spacious; even with full group.
Ernest, our guide, was an absolute gem :) He is so knowledgeable and kind. I felt very safe with him. He knows the parks and animals like the back of his hand. We saw every animal we wanted. He was very flexible and patient with us wanting to take pictures or stay with the animals longer.
Oh, and our chef was amazing as well. We were so well fed. Never could you go hungry! Our accomondations were wonderful as well. Slept in a hotel one night and two nights in a tent on the ground. Highly recommend the tent option for a true safari feel.