50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
Lion King was amazing! They put together the perfect itenerary for our family and always answered any questions immediately during the planning phase. From the time we landed at the airport until they took us back, our guide literally did everything and we could really relax and take in the entire experience with no worry, and let me say the safari was unbelievable. Life changing. The absolute best!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Gilbert was knowledgeable, kind, and amazing at spotting wildlife - highly recommend!
Our experience with Lion King was top notch! Ozzy and Gilbert were awesome - so friendly and knowledgeable. The jeeps were clean, comfortable, and well stocked. Lunches out on safari were delicious! They truly gave us a once in a lifetime experience! Highly recommend!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional, safety-focused, and always attentive to every guest’s needs
I visited the Mara River, the Serengeti , and Ngorongoro . During the trip, I was lucky enough to see the Big Five, wildebeest river crossing, and even watch buffalos chase a lion away. Yes, that’s right—not a lion hunting buffalo, buffalos driving a lion away! Early one morning in the Ngorongoro , we also saw
two black rhinos,which was an unforgettable experience.
Our guide, Johnson, was extremely responsible and professional. Every day, he was ready and waiting for us before departure, and he had all the food and beverages we needed for the day prepared in advance. A big thank you to Johnson and the entire team for making my five-day journey in Tanzania such an unforgettable experience. Thank you! Appreciate.
CN
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wonderful trip！
Our safari experience with Kyla Wild Adventures was absolutely outstanding. Kyla Wild Adventures provided fast, patient and personalized service before our trip. They offered well-planned itineraries and fair pricing, making us feel confident and comfortable from the very start.
Our guide David was exceptional. Highly knowledgeable and enthusiastic, he guided us expertly throughout the tour. Overall, this was a flawless and unforgettable journey for my family and me. Kyla’s professionalism, great organization and excellent value for money make them a highly reliable and recommended safari company in Kenya.
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari with a great guide!
Our family went for 3 days safari in both Tsavo and Amboseli national parks and it was great! We saw all animals except leopards. We slept first at Man Eaters lodge which was good in all ways except the food. Then we slept at Tahita Hills which also was good and the food was much better than Man Eaters. Last night we slept at Kido Safari camp and it was really great and the food was very good too. Our safari guide Isiah was great and we’re so happy we got him!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Serengeti Fly-In Safari with Rioba Safari
Tailored Comfort & Thoughtful Planning
As retirees who wanted to experience the beauty of Tanzania without the physical strain of long, bumpy overland drives (often called the "African massage"), Rioba Safari created the absolute perfect itinerary for us. Their 4-Day / 3-Night Fly-In & Fly-Out Serengeti Package was exactly what we needed, allowing us to arrive refreshed and maximize our time in the park.
Incredible Wildlife & Game Drives
Having three full days of game drives allowed us to explore the Serengeti at a comfortable pace. The wildlife sightings were beyond our expectations:
The Big Five: We spotted four out of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo)—missing only the elusive rhino!
The Wildebeest Migration: Witnessing the great migration in person was a true bucket-list moment that we will cherish forever.
Exceptional Logistics & Personal Care
A very special thank you to our safari organizer, Donant. From start to finish, his attention to detail made our entire journey smooth and completely worry-free:
He personally handled all of our airport transfers, ensuring every transition was seamless.
His reliability and constant support meant we could relax and focus entirely on the experience.
Final Verdict
If you are looking for a reliable, thoughtful, and expertly organized safari—especially if you prefer a comfortable fly-in option—we cannot recommend Rioba Safari highly enough. Thank you to Donant and the team for a smooth, unforgettable adventure!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our 8-Day Safari with Ramble Africa: A Trip We’d Book Again Without Hesitation
Five adults, eight days, four incredible national parks, and one unforgettable guide — our safari with Ramble Africa exceeded every expectation we had going in.
Booking and Communication
Everything about the pre-trip process was refreshingly smooth. All communication happened in English, and we were able to finalize every detail while still in Germany — no last-minute surprises, no confusion. We paid the full amount in advance, which meant we didn’t need to carry cash or deal with high-fee ATM withdrawals in Kenya. For anyone who values a stress-free start to their trip, this made a real difference.
Arrival and Route
On the first morning, we were greeted warmly in Nairobi by the organizer and our guide, who picked us up in our safari vehicle. Over the following eight days, we visited the Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Lake Naivasha — a route that offered a fantastic mix of landscapes and wildlife.
Accommodation
We stayed in a mix of lodges and standard hotels, both booked at a mid-range level. The lodges were our favorite — they felt more authentic and had a distinct character that the hotels sometimes lacked. That said, both categories delivered on the essentials: friendly staff, cleanliness, delicious food, and an overall hassle-free experience. Even when early-morning game drives meant we missed breakfast, the staff always packed us lunch boxes without us having to ask twice.
The Safari Vehicle
We traveled in a typical safari tourist vehicle — clean, safe, and well-equipped. Both the front seats and the rear cabin had access to an opening roof, which let us view animals not just through the windows but from above as well. The roof doubled as sun protection during the long drives between parks, which was a nice practical touch.
Accuracy of the Offer
What we saw matched exactly what was promised. The hotels and lodges lived up to the photos we’d been sent beforehand — nothing was exaggerated or oversold. Given that we booked mid-range accommodations, the standard consistently met Western expectations. For most travelers, this category is more than sufficient.
Our Guide: Aron
If there’s one thing we want to highlight above all, it’s our guide, Aron. He showed us every animal we could have hoped to see and was incredibly knowledgeable about Kenya, patiently answering all our questions. Even after early starts and six-hour drives, his energy and motivation to give us the best possible experience never dropped.
What stood out most was how much he genuinely loves his job and does it with fairness and care. Despite spotting every animal on our list, he never pushed past other tourists in the parks or tried to put us ahead unnecessarily. He simply knew where to find the best sightings and got us there. Rather than startling the wildlife, he’d watch how the animals moved and position the vehicle perfectly, letting them approach naturally — which gave us the best possible photos.
He’s also an exceptionally careful driver, both inside and outside the parks. When another vehicle got stuck in the sand, he didn’t hesitate to help pull it out. Aron made this trip unforgettable.
Tips for Anyone Considering This Trip
• Pay everything online in advance so you don’t need to carry cash.
• Register for M-Pesa if possible — it makes tipping much easier.
• Wake up early more often; animals are most active in the morning.
• Choose lodges over hotels when you have the option.
• Mount Longonot can be climbed without a guide.
• During rest stops between parks, don’t just grab coffee at the gas station — cross the street and interact with locals. It’s worth it.
• Ask for Aron as your guide :)
We’d book this exact trip again without changing a thing.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
Great communication before the trip began, detailed instructions, amazing lodge and then camp site in serengati. Geofery our guide snd driver was excellent, what a pleasant demeanor, knew all the animals and birds that we pointed too. Very cautious about our safety, never felt rushed about anything. wonderful short safari, would definitely chose again and plan to do extended safari and will ask for same driver.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding safari through Kenya's unique national parks.
We had an amazing safari with our guide, Aaron.
He was incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife and always seemed to know exactly where to find the animals, thanks to both his experience and his excellent network with fellow guides.
He was always dedicated, professional, and treated nature with great respect.
I can highly recommend going on a safari with him. Seeing the Big Five had always been a dream of mine, and thanks to Aaron, that dream came true.
Thank you so much for these unforgettable experiences in Kenya!
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The experience of a lifetime – thank you, Derrick and Wild Uganda!
We had an absolutely amazing experience with Derrick and Wild Uganda!
Derrick was an outstanding guide from start to finish. His knowledge about Uganda, its wildlife, nature, and culture is incredible. He answered every single question we had with patience, enthusiasm, and impressive expertise, making every game drive and every day even more interesting.
What really stood out was how much he cared about our experience. He even went out of his way to find Coke Zero for us, which was such a thoughtful gesture and made us feel truly looked after. He was always friendly, professional, reliable, and made us feel safe and comfortable throughout the trip.
We would also like to highly recommend Wild Uganda for organizing our safari. Everything was perfectly planned, and the communication before and during the trip was excellent. Even when our flight schedule changed, they quickly adjusted our itinerary and made everything work without any stress for us. Their flexibility and customer service were exceptional.
Thanks to Derrick and the entire Wild Uganda team, we had an unforgettable trip. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would recommend them to anyone planning a safari in Uganda!