US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
AMAZING!!
Going on a safari was a lifelong dream. My daughter-law planned the trip for us through Tanzania Choice Safaris - and it was the best decision ever! Our guide, Kakasii, met us at the airport and was with us throughout the trip. HE WAS AMAZING!! We learned so much about the area, the wildlife and the way of life in Tanzania. We saw the Big 5 over the course of our 3-day safari and everyday was filled with non-stop wildlife sightings. We were so well taken care of, ate amazing food and enjoyed the company of a truly inspiring guide. We are absolutely planning another trip and would not even think about going with anyone else. Thank you for a life-changing experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Recommend
2 adults, 3 day safari.
Recommend this tour company, safe and informative. The guide, Barney, was extremely knowledgeable and communicative. The safari drives were amazing, although we were unlucky not to see the “Big 5” (no rhino) we were lucky to see many other animals.
We were collected straight from Nelspruit airport promptly (actually early!) and returned to Johannesburg.
The accommodation is basic and rustic - but no issues. The highlight was the sunset safari. Highly recommend this tour company!
IT
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very satisfied
Very well organized tour, prepared and kind guide, prudent guide, comfortable lodges, in line with the proposed prices. Ate well.
Punctual and attentive. Very satisfied
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extremely knowledgeable
Kelvin was a great tour guide and very knowledgeable about the different type of animales and their behaviors that we saw on the tour. He was very friendly and we really enjoyed talking with him.
RO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I Never forget this experience! I was waiting to come back one day.🤗💥
This safari experience was truly amazing! We were mesmerized by the stunning beauty and diversity of wildlife in the Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongo craters. Up close sightings of huge herds of elephants, hearing the roar of lions, breathtaking views of leopards relaxing on tree branches—every moment was filled with thrills.😍😉
Seeing leopards and lions hunting in the vast grasslands of the Serengeti, experiencing the presence of wildlife near the camp at night, and hearing the calls of hyenas in the distance—these made our safari even more special. The experience and hospitality of the guide made the entire trip more enjoyable.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great communication and great adventure !
Great experience with Empirical Tour and Travel ! It was my first time traveling solo, and my first time in Rwanda. The communication prior to the trip was great. Eraste was very patient with all my questions and took the time to answer them all. The activities organized by Eraste were all great and well chosen. I felt safe the entire time I was with Eraste and Innocent. I recommend Empirical for your rwandan adventure !
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best service you can get before and during the travel!
My friend and I travelled with Dan and the team across Lalibela, Semera and Danakil Depression.
Places we visited were amazing (and safe!) everything was very punctual with no inconvenience at all and good value for money.
Dan is a very experience, reliable and trustable tour operator able to accommodate all the needs of his tourists before and during the stay. I would definitely recommend him for any trip in Ethiopia and won't hesitate reaching out to him again in the future.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible visit to Masai Mara organized by Hyrax Safari
Hyrax arranged a personalized itinerary for me and my wife. We were picked up from our hotel in Nairobi and brought to Wilson Airport for a short 50 minute flight to Masai Mara. At the airstrip in Masai Mara, we were met by Benson!
Benson was an absolutely amazing host. He is incredibly knowledgeable about wildlife, knows his way around, is deeply connected to a network of guides who share location information about sitings, and is able to spot animals far away and guide us to them. Benson is also a lovely person, and it was easy to spend 6 hours a day riding around the reserve with him.
Hyrax gave us choices of lodging options within our budget. We selected Ashnil Mara, whose location on the river was a treat. From our table in the dining room, we could see and hear Hippos and Crocodiles at every meal. The accommodations were very clean and comfortable and the food buffet was plentiful and varied.
I highly recommend a visit to Masai Mara where you are sure to see the Big 5. Hyrax delivered everything they promised and made things simple.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Poor communication
This was my first safari as a solo traveler. This review is of the safari company, not the safari! I opted for a 5day group safari. I chose Everlasting as they seemed to communicate well prior to me committing to go with them! I did obtain 3 quotes and they were all comparable in price and itinerary. What I learned during the safari was that smaller tour companies ( Everlasting) don't exactly have your safari "well planned" ( it was described to me this way). This means that if you have a group tour for various locations and a different level ( budget vs. midrange), it is likely that you will have different drivers. They confer with each other the night before to see who is available. This is what happened to me. Not only was I dropped off at the wrong lodge, but, if I had not reviewed my itinerary, I would not have been sent to rhe correct lodge ( much nicer and what I paid for). I had 3 different guides on a 5 day safari. And, honestly, the problem is that Everlasting never bothered to inform me that someone not belonging to their company would be picking me up or that guides would change! One morning, they sent a driver who spoke no English or sign indicating he was there for me. I was then told by Everlasting that I would be driven to another lodge to meet with another guide. I was, in fact, driven to the park to meet with the guide. Just poor communication!!
Also, because I had midrange accommodations, I was 45 min away from the budget travelers. This meant, I had to get up before sunrise to travel and pick them up to begin game drive and was the last one to reach my accommodation at days end!
I did not allow this to ruin my safari as I had wonderful guides ( not belonging to Everlasting) that I felt very safe with. Unfortunately, they offered no apologies or explanation, and for that reason, I would not choose this company again.
It was still an experience of a lifetime!!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Meticulous planner, subject matter expert
Answers all your queries, knows the places inside out, offers more than your money paid for. Very affordable