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Ted   –  
United States US
Visited: October 2022 Reviewed: Nov 14, 2022

Email Ted  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

The review below is the personal opinion of Ted and not that of SafariBookings.
11 day Kenya-Tanzania Safari, Bad accommodations in Arusha, truck broke down twice in Tanzania
2/5

I had an 11 day tour of Kenya and Tanzania with luxury accommodations. Before I left for Africa, I really had a good communication with Susan/Suzy, she answers questions all the time thru WhatsApp, it's when I arrived in Africa when everything starts to become bad, when I got there, she changed some of my accommodations, the accommodations in the national parks were amazing, I chose the luxury accommodations and they were indeed nice! But my accommodations in Arusha were very bad, she put me in bad places that have dirty rooms, slow shower pressure and stinky rooms! Also, our truck that we used in Tanzania broke down twice, one day we have to spend a few hours in a junk shop in the middle of Serengeti to have the tires fixed then the following day this truck broke down again and we have to hitch a ride with another tour group to go back to Arusha! She booked us thru 7 wonders in Tanzania, I guess this safari company in Tanzania is not reliable! Also in Kenya, they used a van that was converted with a roof that can be lifted during game drives, its not those 4x4 safari trucks! The bad thing about this is it's very bumpy during game drives and roads in Kenya and Tanzania are not paved and very dusty! I just would like to point out that the drivers I had were amazing, Anthony in Kenya and Linus in Tanzania were both nice and they can easily spot animals even if they're very far from the vehicle. Overall, I enjoyed this trip I was able to see the big 5 and I would still do it again but I would probably choose another African countries next time and if I have to be back in Kenya or Tanzania then I'll choose a different tour operator next time

Bogdan   –  
Germany DE
Visited: October 2022 Reviewed: Oct 22, 2022

Email Bogdan  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Nice
5/5

Nice Safari, good driver, clean Hotels.

Javier   –  
Spain ES
Visited: October 2022 Reviewed: Oct 16, 2022

Email Javier  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Good price-quality ratio
4/5

We did the Mount Kenya trekking (4 days) from Sirimon to Chogoria route.

The experience was fantastic. The national park is worthy and the staff (guide, porter and chef) is really helpful and kind. We were so glad to join them and they made us feel as a team.

We have to advice that this trekking is not for everything one, you should be ready to make an exhausting effort and you must carry the appropriate items (around 5000 meters of altitude).

The tour operator (Sunstrip Africa or Baboon budget) was always available. We had a missundertand and finally they solve it.
We would like that Sunstrip Africa is more clear in the itinerary when you make a reservation. There is 32 km between Meru Bandas Camp and Chogoria town.

Anyway, the experience was unforgettable.

Ben   –  
United States US
Visited: August 2022 Reviewed: Sep 3, 2022

Email Ben  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

The review below is the personal opinion of Ben and not that of SafariBookings.
Bandits
1/5

I went on a mount kenya safari and would not recommend this firm at all.

They charged extra when i arrived in the morning and we also ended up paying for items that should have been included (like transport back to nairobi).

Additionally, the pre-trek guidance was awful - they didn't provide an accurate itinerary or a list of required items. This meant we had to buy extra stuff when we arrived. We were also very surprised (and disappointed with the lodgings).

There are better and professional operators available!! From now on I will only use KATO-certified operators!

Ken   –  
Denmark DK
Visited: July 2022 Reviewed: Aug 9, 2022

Email Ken  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Highly recommended
5/5

Very respectable company with outstanding service level. Susan is your go-to-person. She was always available and delivered everything we were promised. We spoke to many companies but selected Sunstrip due to price and service and we are very happy we did. After returning home to Denmark we definitely recommend this company to others. You are in safe hands.

Sim   –  
Singapore SG
Visited: June 2022 Reviewed: Jun 26, 2022

Email Sim  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Excellent customer service and good value for tour!
5/5

My first time in Africa for a safari trip and Susan was very prompt and knowledgeable in her replies to my queries! 8d7n Masai Mara and Serengeti trip is highly recommend! Duration is just nice and it's the best of both worlds as you can visit both Kenya and Tanzania wildlife with a short hotel stay in between the camping :) Note that ngorongoro crater is kinda chilly at night so do bring along those portable silver thermal emergency blanket if u want to stay warm!

Nathan   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: May 2022 Reviewed: May 30, 2022

Email Nathan  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

A well organised trip
5/5

The communication was top notch, from the moment I requested a quote until the end of the tour. All of my questions were answered clearly and in a timely manner.
I was picked up from my accommodation exactly on time and taken to their office to sort out payment and to meet the guide.
I had an amazing time at Mt Kenya. The guide was very knowledgeable taking time to tell me the names of the flora and fauna and some facts about each.
I would say the tour as a whole was very good value for money, from start to finish was excellent.

Patrick   –  
Kenya KE
Visited: May 2022 Reviewed: May 12, 2022

Email Patrick  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Friendly
4/5

It was an awesome trip to Amboseli. Very friendly and courteous staff.

Cedric   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2022 Reviewed: Apr 10, 2022

Email Cedric  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Amazing tour - great people and great value - 100% recommended
5/5

I was planning the tour remotely from the US and already had a great experience texting on WhatsApp.
Once in Kenya everything went as planned from pickup to the safari itself.
The drivers Robert and Moses were both amazing. We saw so many animals up close and had the chance to see 4 out of the big 5.
Game drives were long and adventurous.
The Jambo Mara lodge I can very much recommend. Amazing place.
All in all, a perfect safari
Thank you

Harry   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: March 2022 Reviewed: Mar 27, 2022

Email Harry  |  under20 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Sam and Kim were fantastic. Good food and lots of interesting info about the landscape and country .
5/5

Apart from a lack of clarity regarding the tour fee in sterling pounds( not told about exchange rate changing the stated price), the service was fantastic. I would highly recommend Sam and Kim. Also the company were very kind to hold a bag in their office for me whilst I was climbing the mountain.

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