CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Elephants, Hippos and Spectacular African Nature
The Fish Eagle Safari was much better than I had expected. Everyday brought some amazing aspect whether it was the quiet mornings on the Zambezi River, blazing sunsets, hippos everywhere, Zambian fishermen in their handmade mokoros, beautiful birds, etc. Going to sleep looking at the stars from my tent while listening to the calls of the hippos echoing across the water is something else. The best part was the unexpected appearances of elephants, especially the group of 7 that crossed the channel to our island, checked out our camp, then moved on. Seeing them still there behind our camp in the morning was just another one of the thrilling aspects of this trip. For a camping trip the food was surprisingly good, fresh tasting, had variety, and was nicely presented. There was a safety brief at the beginning of the trip and each day there was a discussion of what we would do the next day, how to act and react in the various situations. I always felt safe and had every confidence in the guides who seemed to have comprehensive knowledge about every animal, bird, plant and insect there is. The office staff were extremely helpful in not only booking the trip, but also in providing advice on pre and post trip transportation and accommodations. This trip is one that I will never forget. Check out the photos on the Natureways Facebook page.
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good contact and care during our stay, flexibility (take into account our tour plans).
We spent very good time in Kenya and Tanzania. We visited Serengeti park, Ngorongoro crater, Natron Lake, Ol Doinyo Lengai (with climbing). We saw a lof of wild animals and beautiful nature. After safarii we climbed on Kilimajaro. Next we visited Zanzibar. Atfer short rest on coast we climbed on Lenena Peak (Mt.Kenya) and visited Nairobi. During our all travell we had good and experienced guides with big knowledge. We were and saw everything what we planed. One disadvantage - not information about real tips (Kilimajaro trip).
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great 7-day tour!
I went on the 7-day Masai Mara / Lake Naivasha / Hell's Gate / Mount Kenya tour in March. It was a very quiet season, so I ended up having a private tour with the driver. My driver was very nice and took good care of me, often calling the guides with whom I was hiking or biking, to make sure I am all right :-) The choice of the destinations was excellent. This a tour where you combine game drives, biking, and hiking on the mountain and in the forest. You do not need to be super fit, but a good basic condition is needed for the activities. If you do not want to spend the holidays just sitting passively in the car, this is a tour to consider. I highly recommend!
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
All I had to do was to show up, and Vayeni had taken it from there, perfectly according to my wishes
Before visiting Zimbabwe I discussed the best travel itenary and arrangements with Suzanne. She came up with the most fitting suggestion for my trip. From the moment I got off the plane, all was taken care of. Literally all I had to do was show up and enjoy the experience. It was a five day trip in Zimbabwe, and yet it felt like a 3 week holiday. Both because I returned so relaxed andbecause I had seen and done so much. One of my best trips ever!
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
they send to me every days lies and false permit for uganda trekking. I want my money
past year i booked a safari with safaribooking..all perfect...but tembea are dishonest.believe me.
I paid in november 2016 and now I have the surprise..and I must to book with another tour operator...i booked all the internationals flights.
terrible.I hope to have my money.
PT
IL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A beautifully planned and coordinated itinerary for South Africa, Victoria Falls and Botswana
From start to finish the tour package put together by Patrick was great. We tried to see and experience as many different sites as possible in a short amount of time but Patrick coordinated it all into a pleasurable experience and a fun time for all. We had to go through Johannesburg during our travels and on each occasion and Patrick met us at the airport to assist and check in on us. Charles, the guide in Cape Town and Patrick, in Johannesburg and Pretoria made the trip a memorable vacation, where we all enjoyed ourselves. Their friendly and informative way of showing us the city sights and being accommodating to our needs is definitely worth mentioning. The hotel accommodations were good except for the hotel in Kruger Park, which exceeded expectations and definitely added to the overall satisfaction of our trip. The safari in Kruger with the local guides were helpful and informative. Due to the time of year we were there, we were able to see the natural wildlife but not in the quantities one might expect. But in any case we saw a leopard, lion, white and black rhinos, and the rest of the big five. We also visited Victoria Falls and Chobe Park in Botswana, both places were pleasant and again accommodating to our special needs. We were traveling with two eighty-year young people who required a bit of help. Overall I would highly recommend Mimlo Tours for your travel requirements in southern Africa, for there friendly service and coordinating a wonderful trip.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
again safari with Paul di Kets Safaris
After the great experience of 2012 with Kets Safaris, we did 6 safari nights: 3 nights Masai Mara, Nakuru 1 night and 2 nights Samburu, we decided to contact again Paul Kets Safaris for our third safari in Kenya.
We contacted again by mail to organize our safari, or 3 nights at the Masai Mara with accommodation to Ashnil Mara Camp, overnight at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge in Naivasha, one night at Amboseli Ol Tukai Amboseli, a night in the Taita Taita Hills and Salt Lick last night to Tsavo East all'Ashnil Aruba.
This time we decided to travel with LandCruise instead of the minivan, and we can say that the choice was better, because the jeep trip is more comfortable, given the many hours spent on dirt roads full of potholes and jumps.
Reading often the Kenya forum, I realized that Kets has very good prices, to the service provided.
Everything was organized perfectly and precisely, we found ourselves very well with our driver, kennedy (ken), who tirelessly drove for hours and hours to enable us to see all the animals, always on time, polite and with a smile on lips.
Ken picked us up at our arrival at Nairobi airport and left us directly to the Resort in Watamu, where we rested a few days after the safari fatigues.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Stellar experience seeing the big 5 for the best deal
We had an amazing experience doing a 5 day safari with our guide Salehe Mkwanda who was an expert on driving, knowing the information about the animals and trees.
At first we were hesitant to go with this company because of how cheap the price was and the fact that we couldnt use credit cards. But everything worked out perfectly and I would highly suggest booking with this company. They worked with what we wanted to see and helped us get the best deal. All of the places we stayed at during the safari had great facilities. The only issue we had was the food which couldve been better. We felt the servings were small and not enough protein was provided.
The service of airport transport was very was very helpful and a determining factor. Our airport driver Saidi was great. This added benefit plus the great price really made the difference when we were comparing other safari companies.
Seth was also very good at replying to any emails or questions we had.
Overall all the people we were in communication with before and during the safari were very professional and never tried to take advantage of us.
We would highly recommend this company!!
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best experience ever! Best safari tour!
We had the most amazing 5 days safari visiting Masai mara, Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha. Arch Trecs and Safari gave us a warm welcome to Kenya. Before going to Kenya we red about places which are the best to visit but James gave us very good and useful suggestions regarding out tour. He always was in contact with us and quick with email replies. He made our 5 days trip plan better than any other company. I loved Masai mara and Sarova where we stayed and of course both lakes are worth to see. We had the best safari driver William. We managed to see big 5. He is very experienced and told us a lot about Kenya, wild life and exotic birds. With Arch Trecs we felt more like a tour with our friends. Will recommend them 100% and we hope to come back to Kenya soon to see migration. We will definitely come back to Arch Trecs and Safaris and already told to all our friends. Thank you for such a great tour and experience!