50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All our expectations were met, and then some!
We booked a six-day safari with Features Africa Journeys, Nairobi. We chose the six-day safari (Amboseli - Nakuru - Maasai Mara) over the usual 4-day safaris because this one included Amboseli and we really wanted to see Mount Kilimanjaro. Who doesn't?! The tour was on the luxury scale (c. $1500 per person, all accommodation, meals and transport included) and it was worth every single cent.
Our guide, Anthony, had the most extraordinary knowledge about the wildlife and local culture; he knew every answer to every question. Not only that, he had the magic touch. Somehow, no matter what we asked for he found it; this included an end-of-season wildebeest crossing. A tall order, but he found a group of wildebeest along the river. It didn't look as though they were going to move but Anthony said, 'Wait 10 minutes'. We did ... and they did. Magical.
Although it would add to the cost, I think two nights at Nakuru would be a better experience. We arrived just before dinner and left very early the next morning, so we didn't get to experience the best that the camp had to offer. Maybe make an extra day an option for travellers booking this safari?
The accommodation in the three camps we stayed at was 5-star in the literal sense. To top it all, we opted for the hot air balloon ride over the Maasai Mara. An absolute 'must-do' if your budget allows it.
I would recommend this tour company and the 6-day safari without any hesitation. We also did the one-day tour to Lake Naivasha and Hells Gate. Again, our expectation were exceeded.
Our thanks to Anthony and Karanja of Features Africa Journeys. Top notch. I have a feeling we will see you again.
EE
35-50 years of age
Great adventure!
Our group of 9 members would have been a challenge for every tourist company, because almost everything that can happen to you far from home, on your first African trip, climbing the highest mountain in Africa, happened. But Ene and Emmanuel formed a fantastic team who were able to find a solution to every problem occured. I can’t imagine how should we’ve got through everything just by ourselves without knowing local customs. It was amazing how Ene had always time to solve every little worry and fulfill every little wish we had. And there were plenty of such little wishes. If someone is kind, patient, forthcoming, honest, solution-oriented, then her name is Ene. She literally cares and makes sure that your Tanzanian experience would be perfect. Personally, I can also say that I found a good friend, whom I will certainly turn to next time to discover this part of Tanzania, which was left unexplored this time. And, of course, summiting Kilimanjaro was great experience! Thank you, Ene and Emmanuel!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Nick takes care of every angle of a birding safari from the areas visited to the lodges we stayed in
Nick communicated by email and sent an itinerary of the places we would visit and the lodges we would stay in. (That way we could look up the lodges ahead of time). I had birded with Nick before so I knew he would take care of all the details. The lodges were great-usually by a river or waterhole.
I was very excited when one night a hippo came up beside our tent to eat!
Nick will stop whenever you want to take pictures. That was great. Everybody had a window seat as he only takes six people on a tour.
Everything was great.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Safari to the north of Nairobi.
The safari was a great contrast to the more well known parks to the south. We visited Ol Pajeta, Samburu and Meru. The landscape and wildlife were quite different and not as crowded. Ol Pajeta and Meru were great places to see Rhinos up close.
Simon was a great organiser for our trip. He was always prompt and efficient with any enquires. Richard was a brilliant guide and even knew all the bird names. We only had 6 days but it was a brilliant trip.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
Totally exceeded expectations. Communication- Great! Had the tour booked the same night i emailed and Peter made sure he communicated at all times and checked afterwards how everything went.
Service- totally amazing. Edward our driver was great. Felt like he tailored the tour to our wants (was a private tour).
Tour- saw 4 out of 5 of the big 5 and lots of amazing experiences.. Hotel couldn't rate highly enough. The whole experience was fantastic.
BE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!!!
With my 2 sisters, we have made the safari from Kenya to Tanzania, it was amazing!!!We had the chance to have great guide Jacob in Kenya and Ezekiel in Tanzania, you also have a cooker only for you…there were just great, they have made sure we get and see all what we paid for. Jacob has been sooo nice to us and gave us so many advices about what to do and when and explanation whenever we were seeing an animal. The cooker were also soo sweet, we have eaten very well our 6 nights. We have made all the National park listed. Vincent Seth has made sure as well that we were safe and kept in touch with us all along the Safari. I definitely advice!!!!
The only point, I should say is that the program given is not always geographically possible time wise, so make sure you review it before you start your safari and even better few days before just to avoid some disappointment. Make all your statement clear…We have made 7 days/6 night, instead of 8 days/7nights and I have to admit that each day was quite full, so we do not have any bad feeling about the 2 places we didn’t do as the hell gate in Kenya and Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania.
Thanks Africa Safari!!!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent day tour to the hot springs!
I went with Bartho from Arusha by car to the hot springs. He gave me a really good price to go there with him instead of booking an expensive tour!
Beside that he is really nice company and we had a great day :)
Because we where togheter I could make my own plan about when to go and when to back.
For me it felt so much nicer than with a big tour.
And Bartho also joins you to swim! Instead of some tourguides who only sit on the side of the hot springs.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most kindhearted tour group you'll ever come across!
My friends and I are arrived in Arusha separately so it's safe to say that we were all quite nervous as it was our first time in Africa. Thankfully I had emailed and organised an airport pick up through Serengeti Wakanda prior to my arrival so it was a relief when I saw Bartho waiting outside the airport with my name on a sign, especially as I did not have any data!
Bartho was very friendly and the drive into Arusha was easy and relaxing. I waited for my friends to arrive later in the night before we discussed organising a safari tour. I never felt any pressure or obligation to book with Serengeti Wakanda. However, the choice was easy as both Bartho and his business partner and friend, Carlson were so friendly and sincere.
The camping safari itself was absolutely incredible!!! One morning whilst having breakfast, an elephant walked into camp and stood taller than our jeep! The afternoon before that, zebras ran past as we set up camp! It's something I won't ever forget!
Our driver was knowledgable and respectful of the animals. Our chef cooked the best meals and was so lovely with the whole group.
The tour was well organised and unforgettable! Bartho and Carlson went beyond allowing us to borrow their binoculars and even a cork opener as my friends and I forgot to take one with us! They seem like small gestures, however it means a lot especially as some other tour groups may charge for you to borrow their binoculars, for example. Their generosity and warmth did not stop once the safari tour ended. Upon returning to Arusha, they took us out to experience the local food and market without ever expecting anything in return. I have never come across a tour group or agency with such sincerity or kindness in my travels and cannot recommend Serengeti Wakanda highly enough!
IQ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An adventure to remember!
We had an amazing Safari trip! everything was perfect and interesting. Our guide was very professional person, his driving and he knows Selous Park very well, we didn't miss any animal! the Lodge where we been accommodate has exceed our expectations; it's very clean, and the staff are friendly and very polite, food, service and everything was more than good.
For making good memories, enjoying the real Safari and experience the wildlife, I highly recommended the three days/two nights Safari to Selous with Migration Venture Africa.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
excellent company
We saw monkeys, lions,elephants,hippos,gazelles,zebras,warthogs,impalas and many birds and other creatures!
Michael is a truly great driver and a gracious host.The depth of his knowledge and practicability good at spotting animals.The food, the lodging were outstanding.They did an excellent job for us.