Very experienced and fun to be around
Habari
Together with two friends, I went on a 5-day safari starting on May 7th with Jackpot Safaris. We chose the mid-range option. The safari started immediately on the day we left Shirati, as we drove straight to Serengeti National Park. There, we already saw our first two animals of the Big Five and stayed overnight in a lodge in the middle of the park. The lodge was very luxurious and the staff were extremely friendly.
After a great breakfast, we spent the whole next day in the park and saw many different animals, including lions. After another night in the same lodge, we left early the next morning for Ngorongoro National Park. It was a beautiful drive where we even saw a migration of wildebeest. In Ngorongoro, we again saw many animals, including rhinos and lions.
After the park, we stayed in another very luxurious lodge. The next day, we went to Lake Manyara National Park, where we had what was probably the most beautiful and exciting safari drive. We drove through mud, climbed a very steep hill, and even drove through deep water that reached above the hood of the car.
After that, we travelled towards Tarangire National Park, with another overnight stay in a beautiful lodge along the way. On the last day, we entered Tarangire in search of the final animal of the Big Five. Unfortunately, we did not find the leopard, as they (like rhinos) are very difficult to spot and require a lot of luck. However, we saw many other animals up close, including ostriches, elephants, giraffes, baboons, and impalas.
Overall, the safari was perfectly organized, and our guide Andrew created a safe and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the trip. Jackpot Safaris is definitely recommended if you are looking for an unforgettable safari experience.
Kind regards,
Cas