SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A hands on, flexible and professional agency
A few months ago I contacted Luciano Tours and Travels for an upcoming group trip of 23 people traveling to Livingstone, Zambia. The challenge was that this was not your typical group but a fun and adventurous group that wanted to maximize their stay completely. From the moment the group they landed to the moment we left, we needed some action. I had some ideas of what I wanted to do with the group and decided to work with Luciano who efficiently worked with me to put the ideas in action. With the help of their input, expertise and local awareness on what's possible and not in Livingstone, the agenda ended up being one of the absolute best. Not only did they work hard to facilitate the ideas, but Luciano Travels was very flexible as well. We had some last minute decisions/changes and last minute transfers booked and they solved it all within a few minutes. The flexibility they have is outstanding, especially for a group. Not only was also the communication between us and Luciano perfect from day one, but they were also on site 24/7 to make sure everything worked smoothly. Could not recommend them enough! A big thank you to Shadrick, Vera, Thomas, Jason and the entire team!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice responsible tailor-made 9 days safari
Mwanje and Image met all our expectations for the organization of our private safari outside of conventional and overly touristy hotels. Our itinerary allowed us to discover the wild life of Kenya and to appreciate the kindness of its inhabitants in a calm and privileged setting. Nice detail: the warm welcome at the airport by Mwanje, the owner of the agency, before leaving directly with our super driver for 9 days, James, very friendly and dedicated. The quality of the guide is very important for a successful safari, as is the location of the camps in or near the parks. The iconic and essential Landcruiser was included directly in our package, a real plus. We chose a 9-day safari rather than a 5-day + beach, a choice that we really did not regret, time flies very quickly in these unusual landscapes. We directly booked our plane tickets.
TR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Tour
The experience that we had in safari with Fur Tours was really great. Noel was so kind and helpful from the beginning to the end. Our tour guide Imanuel was a great person. Thanks to his 11 years of Safari experience we always were at the right place at the right time. We could see Big Five!
We bought a mid-range tour and we thought that the lodges would not be so confortable but the places where we stayed including the tented lodges were amazing. The service was always perfect, it made us feel like in a five stars hotel. It was all great. By the way, the personal of the Tloma Lodge celebrated my birthday in a really very special way! Thanks eveybody for every single moment! We will come back!
NL
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very well experienced touroperator, good program including lots of game drives
Safaris in 3 different parks, Ambosseli, Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru.
We have seen all the big 5 and lots of other game. Very good driver George and he was a good spotter. Accomodation is okay. Kind staff.
For 1 week you will have a good image of Kenia and their people and animals. Onyl remark, lots of driving and distances.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Memorable trip of a lifetime - for all the right reasons.
Exceeded expectations. Superb driver (Paul) who expertly managed many challenging tracks, and a great cook (Kata) who served up good food in some basic conditions. Both were attentive to the group’s needs and wishes. It was a fantastic safari experience (getting to Lake Turkana isn’t easy) with a perfect pace and variety of experiences and good value for money.
Missed out on the Turkana central island... next time!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible Safari Experience
We booked a 3.5 day safari with Samora explorers and we are extremely happy with our choice. My fiancée and I were looking for a budget option for our first Safari together, and what we got for the price far exceeded our expectations. Everything you could want from a Safari was absolutely perfect, from day 1: the conversation about what the safari would include, the booking and payment process, the pickup from and transfer to the hotel, the accommodation, and, of course, the safari itself. Iddy always instantly responded to my many emails, and was even super flexible with the payment (I paid in multiple different currencies). He was very accommodating with our logistical needs (meeting us late at night at our hotel the evening before the safari for a briefing, making sure we got to the airport both on time and well fed, thanks to a great lunch box).
Our guide and driver Iddy, in just a few days, managed to show us the Big Five and countless other animals, as well as incredible landscapes. He created such a welcoming atmosphere. What I valued in particular was that we always felt a 100% safe, thanks to his driving, his immense knowledge about the wildlife, and the fact that he knows the area extremely well. An added bonus for us was that Iddy speaks German in addition to his perfect English.
There are many safari operators in Tanzania, and while we didn’t have much experience with safaris (I did one in Kenya before), what stood out to us is how kindly Iddy interacts with his staff and other people around him. So for anyone looking to support a local safari operator who treats his people fairly while offering a decent price, Samora Explorers is an excellent choice.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Thanks for another wonderful Tanzanian Experience
Firstly we wanted to have a Tanzanian owned and operated tour operator. RA Safaris did not let us down . They organised a fantastic itinerary of Lake Mantra, Ndutu, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire for my wife, my daughter and her husband and their 2 children aged 8 and 10.
We have been to the Northern Tanzanian game parks 3 times before, but this was the best trip of them all.
Our Guide/Driver (Sahele) was one of the best you could possibly find. He knew his fauna in particular his birds He was a very careful and competent driver, who managed to help other drivers out of difficulties when they got bogged in the mud. He knew how to drive in the very soft conditions. Nothing was a problem to him. He made it a fun trip for the grand children.
When we needed help for some medical and other issues, the response by the owner Zeph was terrific - speedy and effective.
HR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect safari experience
Our safari is finished and I have to say, everything was perfect! We did 4 days: taavo west, east and amboselli.
Rashid made our experience the best possible, he is a real professional!
We felt safe for every second with him. He is the perfect driver! While driving to tsavo east, few vehicles in front of us were stuck in the mudd, but Rashid managed to get through it with no problem at all!
He was friendly and professional, extremly polite and thoughtful, he knows so much of the animals, he knows all the roads, about nature and culture we have learned so much from him! He speaks perfect english!
He was simply the best from all drivers that we have seen and meet, and because of him we know we will be back to kenya!
He is the biggest professional we have ever met in our private and business life and we feel so lucky that he was our driver and guide on this safari.
We saw many animals including lions with cubs ans leopard with cubs. We also saw kilimanjaro from abmoseli.
Also, complimentaries to you for such great organisation and intinerary!
Thank you once again!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Spectacular mountain hiking and safari experience, amazing guides, would definitely recommend!!
My husband and I used Lion King Adventures for a 4-day Mt Meru hike and a 7d private mid-range safari. We were very impressed with everything right from our first contact with them by email up to our whole trip. They worked with us prior to booking to customize the trip we wanted.
Our mountain guide and porters were amazing and went above and beyond what we would reasonably expect. There is no way we would have made it up the mountain without them.
Our safari guide was amazing as well and his passion for his job was obvious. He would guide us for 8 hour game drives and show us everything we wanted to see, answer all our questions, and teach us a ton about all the animals. His ability to spot them and knowledge was unbelievable. It is obvious that Lion King instills customer service as their number 1 priority with all their guides, as he wouldn't let us lift a finger while on our safari. We had a minor issue with one of our accommodations (not Lion King's fault) and they handled it for us, going out of their way to make up for it even though it wasn't their fault.
Overall, we couldn't have been more impressed with the quality of service we received and would definitely recommend Lion King to anyone looking for a safari, Mt Meru, or Mt Kilimanjaro hike tour.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An incredible adventure
I came to Kenya to celebrate my birthday and for this tour company via the internet. It was nothing short of amazing. Our guide, Castro, ensured that everything went better than I could have imagined. I don't think I could've asked for anything better.