African Paradise Safaris guide
Paradise in Africa Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2009)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $180 to $550 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Diana | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator was knowledgeable, professional, and helpful.
Organizing a private and customized trip is wonderful for those who know what they want (we generally want at least 2 nights in one place so that we wouldn't feel that we are on the go the entire time) and a flexible and knowledgeable travel consultant. John Peter was that and more. He was prompt, professional, patient, and provided excellent advice for our 14-day trip. I particularly appreciated his help in preparing all the documents needed for Kenya (quite a few of them!). Our guide and driver Davido was delightful. He was the epitome of professionalism with a sunny disposition and charming personality. The places we visited and the animals we saw exceeded our expectations. All the lodgings were clean with a special local charm. I highly recommend this company.
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Email Rez | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good price and so much fun!
I was in a group tour, although I wasn't staying at the same hotels with the rest of the group, but everything went great, thanks to our driver Gibson and other organizers, we left there with many unforgettable memories!
The price also was more reasonable compared to other tours!
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Email Alexandra | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great wildlife experience
Everything was perfectly organized. John Peter was very patient with my many inquiries and requests, but in the end everything was great.
We spent days in Amboseli (Kibo Camp) & Masai Mara (Ashnil Mara).
We used domestic flights to avoid long trips by car and have been sometimes the only passengers on board (like a private jet).
The trails were sometimes a real adventure during the rainy season in Masai Mara.
The teams in both camps were very concerned about us and the food was very good.
In Ashnil Mara all employees were particularly attentive and warm. We felt really welcome. Thanks to John Peter for organizing this unforgettable holiday!
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Email Steffen | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Just perfect!
From the first point of contact with John, everything went absolutely smooth and seamless. His recommendation were spot on!
Our guide John was absolutely perfect: friendly, helpful, top spotter on the safari
I would book with operator anytime again
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Email Jen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful and professional
We booked our trip with African Paradise Safaris because their itinerary was the closest to what we wanted. We were extremely pleased with the experience. John Peter, who managed the booking, was very responsive and flexible when we suggested changes to itineraries. He was very patient with all of the questions we had. Our driver John was great - we spent 14 days total with him and I don’t think we got tired of each other! He’s an excellent driver and also a lot of fun - we had lots of smiles and laughs. Highly recommend APS for booking a safari!
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Email Palvi shanghvi | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service by John and David
We booked our 9 day tour with APS. John answered all our questions and concerns in time via WhatsApp. The safari vehicle provided was a bit old however, our driver and Guide David was very knowledgeable and patient with us. Samburu national park was very dry due to on going drought in the area.
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Email Rowena & Frank | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
African Paradise Safaris are the best!!!
Our very first trip to Kenya and African Paradise Safari made it an amazing adventure. First of all, our driver, Davido, was an incredible tour guide and driver with an amazing sense of humor. We saw all the animals and Davido made sure we were safe, but yet close enough to see everything. From the migration of hundreds of zebra and wildebeasts, to scores of elephants with their babies, lions on the prowl, many lions sleeping off their kills, a leopard kill, hippos galore grazing in the marshes, flamingos, hyenas, jackals, a pride of cheetahs, giraffes, water buffalos and the many smaller animals in the gazelle family. We loved seeing it all. The accommodations were always clean and had mosquito nets for the beds although we only saw one mosquito the whole trip and the food choices were good, all buffet style. Lots of Masai entertainers along the way in their bright red clothing. Just incredible. I cannot say enough about John Peters being in constant contact with us throughout the booking process. I was a little leery booking through a tour agent outside of the US but John did not disappoint. I highly recommend this tour company and would book again if I ever return for a trip to Tanzania. Thank you Davido, we miss you already!!!
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Email Josie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 13 days Kenya/Tanzania safari trip of a lifetime
I joined this Africa Safari trip organized by a friend of mine. Without being personally involve in the trip planning, I would say my overall experience was excellent.
My friend said she compared several well known East Africa safari companies and indicated APS was the most responsive, accommodating and flexible, that’s why she chose to go with the company for our 12 people group.
Our drivers/guides were very accommodating and experienced. We went from Nairobi to lake Naivasha, Nakuru, Masai Mara. Our driver John navigated the bumpy dirt / gravel roads like a pro. I felt very safe in all the rides despite the challenging road conditions. He was very patient and caring with all the passengers in the car as some asked to stop MANY TIMES to take pictures of the animals. Then we crossed the border to Tanzania Serengeti, Ngorongoro conservation area, olduvai gorge, the crater, manyara lake, Amboseli… etc. We even made a last minute itenerary change to visit Nairobi national park. John Peter made it all happen. All the hotels bookings, transfers, border crossing, drivers change… went smoothly. It’s is amazing that all could go so smoothly in a 13 day safari trip covering 2 countries with 12 people. APS is truly an experienced and knowledgeable safari company we can count on. We saw the big 5, beautiful birds, trees … the guides were able to answer all questions about the species and local cultures. We felt very cared for and comfortable experiencing the best wildlife and culture Kenya and Tanzania have to offer.
All in all I highly recommend APS for all my friends who want to experience a trip of a lifetime. I hope this trip would be the first safari trip and I look forward to many trips to the safari with APS.
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Email Jin | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
13 days Kenya Tanzania safari migration trip
African Paradise Safari is the most reliable and flexible safari company. John peters is the most responsive, kind, flexible professional. He helped us to design personal tour for us 12 people and provided valuable advice. Upon our first day arrival, they gave each one of us warm welcome gifts - a big bunch of rose and hoodies & sweatshirts . That warmed each of our hearts. They also surprised us with holding a safari party for us at one evening time. We were enjoying the wine and watching the sunset with giraffe, elephants and all other animals surrounding us. What’s a pleasant experience ! John and Edwin, our tour divers in Kenya, is very enthusiastic, passionate and knowledgeable. Juma, tour driver in Tanzania, is also very accommodating and friendly. They all explained us animal name and habits details, patiently stoped many scenic spots per our request and helped us cross the border between Tanzania and Kenya smoothly. The company has good communication. They responded our every single question quickly. Best of all is that we saw Wildebeest Migration several times. Last day we would like to visit Nairobi NP which is not included in our tour package. John peters the boss offered us for free. APS is one of most experienced and trustworthy company, is strongly recommended.
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Email Yvonne | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent. I went on a private 12 safari. I would recommend staying in the park.
My sister and I picked 5 national parks and resorts in the parks. This is very important to save time and maximize longer drives on your safari outings. We saw so many lions, approximately 100, cheetahs and cubs, leopards, rhino and the great wilderbeest migration! Our driver Lawrence was very accommodating and wanted to please us.