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Wildebeest Safaris
- Located In:
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China
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 1997)
- Member Of:
- ETT & TRA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $450 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Fernando | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful Safari experience with an excellent guide and for a very reasonable price.
My wife and I cannot express enough how happy we were for choosing Wildebeest Safari for our honeymoon!! We struggled for a long time to find what we were looking for - an AUTHENTIC African experience, but yet with comfort; and professionalism… When you search online from the United States, all you get are consultants trying to sell you overpriced luxury so they get the most profit.
When we came across Noah from Wilderbeest, it all changed. He really understood what we were looking for, worked with us for a customized itinerary, and worked within an acceptable price range. We stayed in excellent lodges, had a private Safari car with an excellent guide who was able to spot all the Big 5 for us, and we were treated in both a friendly and professional manner at all times!!
Noah was also super flexible adjusting the cancellation rules (I could only confirm 60 days in advance due to my job), and we really appreciated that!
Our guide Dennis was just amazing. We asked specifically for him after reading an excellent review online, and it was the best decision. He was always absolutely on time, with the Safari car very well cleaned for us. He communicated with other guides to find the best animal sightings, and when we got to the sightings, was always proactive to get us the best position for pictures. He organized for a lunch picnics with full Safari table in the middle of the Masai Mara! He was super knowledgeable explaining about the various animals, and super patient with us!! We never felt rushed and could enjoy our sightings with full leisure!! And once Dennis realized I enjoyed ending the day with a cold beer and a sunset view, he would organize for a cooler with ice (believe me, in Africa that’s NOT just going to CVS and buying ice!!) and find the most amazing viewpoints for the sunsets!!
Dennis was also flexible, proposing and helping us make changes to the plan which were super smart (less time on Amboseli as we were elephanted out, more time for Nairobi national park). And he was a great company for my wife and I to share 10 days of our lives with fun stories and great camaraderie!!
In summary, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND Wildebeest Safari for your trip!!!
Enjoy and JAMBO JAMBO!!
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Email Vasu Vashishtha | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very knowledgeable and professional
I travelled with my family of 8 in the month of August. It was the best trip I’ve had till date thanks to Wildebeest Safaris, especially our contact person “Noah”, who was extremely helpful, available for contact for all queries at all times. Our guides/drivers James and Jeff, were very well versed in the game drive and were very polite.
Ours is a vegetarian Indian family, and our dietary needs were very well planned and communicated. I would totally recommend wildebeest safaris for making our trip a dream trip, if I have ever come back will definitely be contacting them.
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Email LI Lexie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thoughtful, attentive, and talkative guides lead first-time visitors to East Africa with their rich
The guide can speak very good English and is willing to explain the habits and stories of animals, which makes the Safari process not only surprising but also very interesting; They will review today's interesting events with you at dinner every day and provide you with detailed plans for the next day, making every trip very fulfilling and well planned.
Email Gary | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A highlight of our travel experiences
We did a 14 day Safari of Kenya & Tanzania. The itinerary provided by Noah took in all the major parks. His communication was excellent throughout. Our guides / drivers, Dennis and Hamza, were experienced, knowledgeable and constantly attempted to provide a wonderful experience and animal sightings for us. Both guides were outstanding and lots of fun to be with. A highlight was seeing the Wildebeest cross the Mara River.
I highly recommend Wildebeest Safaris. Thank you Noah, Dennis & Hamza!!
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Email Adris Misra | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful and cooperating- best choice we made
Trips in Africa definitely need well planning, but it becomes very easy when you have the right people with you. We were planning for African wildlife Safaris for a long time and luckily managed to be in Kenya and Tanzania trip to celebrate our 15th marriage anniversary and daughters 10th birthday as well While searching and taking quotes, Wildebeest Safaris LTD caught our eyes, and we were impressed with their vast opinions of customizations wide range of lodges offerings. So we started working with them and that probably the best decision we made about this trip. We worked with Noah and from there he took care of everything, all the bookings were done in top notch camps, they provided very nicely maintained Safari vehicles, food options and hospitality in from their side as well as in all the camps were awesome, we felt like very much welcomed. I also had some issues with my cash, and Noah immediately helped me with cash from his account, which I was able to transfer him after a couple of days. In a foreign country, this type of friendliness is rare to find. In each and every moment starting from our bookings till the end of the trip, Noah was in continuous communication with us and helped in whatever way possible. There was also a small miscommunication with the balloon Safari company on date & place, but as soon Noah came to know about it he arranged for another camp and next day balloon ride so everything worked like a charm, and we enjoyed to the fullest.
We had our guides Dennis for Kenya and Hamza for Tanzania. They were both awesome as well. They always went above and beyond to show maximum numbers of Animals, landscapes, and experiences to us. They explained the next days plan always in the prior evening, which helped us a lot to get ready according to the next day Safari, to be most enjoyable.
So overall, I would definitely recommend Wildebeest Safaris to everyone, be in touch with them, and you will be in good hands.
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Email Tania | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The safari of a lifetime
We went on a 11 day Kenya and Tanzania safari. The accommodations were clean and nice but I wouldn’t call them luxury. The food was very good and no one in our group got any stomach issues. The safari vehicles on our first leg in Kenya were old and worn but the ones we used in Tanzania and the last part in Kenya were better. The guides were good at finding the best places to view wildlife but they were all very quiet and it was hard to get any information out of them on where we were going and what we were looking for. We saw an amazing amount of wildlife and even saw the wildebeest crossing the Mara river!
The one thing that we didn’t realize beforehand was that it would take so long to drive anywhere and how bumpy all the roads were. It was well worth it though and I would definitely recommend Wildebeest safaris.
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Email Augusto | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Safari, excellent driver
Our Safari was perfectly as planned. Our driver Mike was very professional and knew all the good hints to spot all the animals we wanted. He strived to guarantee the best captures. All the hotels we chose were amazing. Overall price is quite competitive in comparison with other providers. We chose this provider for our honeymoon.
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Email Enrique Noriega | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best trip ever
I recently completed a 13-day safari tour through Kenya and Tanzania, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish, thanks to the exceptional service provided by the tour operator.
The drivers and guides were outstanding. They were not only knowledgeable about the wildlife and ecosystems but also incredibly friendly and accommodating. They ensured we had the best possible experience by positioning us perfectly for photography and providing fascinating insights into the behaviors and habitats of the animals. Their passion for wildlife conservation was evident and made the experience even more enriching.
The accommodations throughout the trip exceeded my expectations. Each lodge and camp was situated in a stunning location, offering breathtaking views and a close connection to nature. The rooms were comfortable, clean, and beautifully designed, providing a perfect retreat after a long day of exploration. The staff at each property were welcoming and attentive, always ready to assist with any needs.
The itinerary was well-planned, offering a perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion. From the vast savannas of the Maasai Mara to the iconic Serengeti plains and the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, each destination offered unique experiences and photographic opportunities. The seamless transitions between locations ensured we made the most of our time, and the daily schedules allowed for ample wildlife viewing and downtime.
One of the highlights was the opportunity to witness the Great Migration, a truly awe-inspiring spectacle. Additionally, the cultural visits to Maasai villages provided a deep appreciation for the local traditions and way of life.
Overall, this 13-day safari adventure was beyond my expectations. The professionalism, expertise, and genuine care of the drivers, guides, and all staff involved made this trip truly special. I would highly recommend this tour operator to anyone looking to experience the wonders of Kenya and Tanzania in the most immersive and enjoyable way possible.
Thank you for an incredible journey!
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Email Sakthi | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent from stay to game ride all perfect and we really got very nice guide /driver who s th best
It’s really worth the money from stay to game ride and to coordination all are inch perfect .. special mention to our driver /guide who is very friendly and waited for hours to show the animal really close
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Email Richard | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent itinerary with knowledgeable guides and good accommodations made for a rewarding safari.
The requested itinerary for an 18 day photographic safari by professional photographers through parks in both Kenya and Tanzania including the Maasai Mara and the Serengeti met most of our expectations and was very rewarding, due in large part to the expertise of the driver/guides Dennis and Hamza. They were excellent in locating game and getting us into position to best photograph the animals after a little coaching on how to position the vehicles. It appeared however, that they were not always adequately informed regarding the details of the trip that had been committed to us. Not everything was as advertised, for example, the first day two planned activities were not included, and a lunch on the last day was missed.
For the most part, the accommodations were as advertised with some camps better than others, however charging electronic devices was difficult in a couple of locations. The food was adequate to good and again the quality and variety varied by camp.
Optional additional activities, such as a photo safari on water at a lake and a visit to a Maasai village were offered and taken, which were very good, but the additional cost should have been advised before embarking on the adventures.
As there were some long and very difficult road transfers between parks, adequate rest and washroom stops were not sufficient on some legs. A six hour transfer with no bathroom break planned for senior citizens is not acceptable.
The largest complaint was the timing and execution of our departure at the Nairobi airport. Instead of departing our last camp at a time that would have allowed the proper travel time, with lunch included as advertised, and gotten us to the airport at a time coinciding with airport checkin, we departed the camp in the morning, did not stop for lunch and arrived at the airport at 3pm with a departure at midnight, and we were dropped without any guidance regarding the airport or facilities for waiting for a checkin at 7pm. We felt abandoned.
Given the few issues, we were satisfied with our trip and experience and would use Wildebeest again with a better understanding and agreement on some of the details mentioned above. We didn't expect anything beyond what we contracted for, but we did expect to receive what we contracted for.