35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Informative and knowledgeable tour operator
Silverbird Tours was recommended to us by a Rwandan colleague. Our tour guide was knowledgeable, thorough and extremely patient as we were traveling with a toddler. The drive and sunset boat ride exceeded our expectations. We had a wonderful experience and highly recommend Silverbird Tours.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Bucket list experience
I was planning a last minute trip and had all but given up on being able to see mountain gorillas while I was working in Kigali, but Peter and Big Apes Africa came through and made my dream a reality. My trip included golden monkeys in Volcanoes NP, mountain gorillas in Bwindi NP, and relaxing at Lake Bunyonyi. Peter handled everything very professionally and I was happy to have the logistics in his hands. The hotels that were chosen were all excellent, much better than I had been expecting. As a solo traveler, I also felt the trip was great value for money. Peter had great conversation on the car rides and I learned a lot from him. Overall, I would highly recommend Big Apes Africa.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime
We have just returned from our 5 day trip to The Serengeti which we followed with a few days in Zanzibar.
We had a few ideas of what we wanted to do and what to expect from our Safari…But nothing prepared us for the most wonderful experience we had.
We were introduced to Massawe Adventures through our Travel Agent and right from the start, Idda was so helpful and professional…anticipating our needs even before we did.
Idda provided us with so much useful information before our trip, and even arranged our entry Visa for us.
When we arrived in Kilimanjaro we were met by our Guide Julius who took us for breakfast and a shower before we started towards Serengeti. As we had a private Safari, Julius made it clear that the trip was about us, and what we wanted, although we were more than happy to take his recommendations. He was constantly looking and very quick to point out animals, birds and interesting sights to our untrained eyes.
Each night we would discuss the plans for the next day, but were happy to adapt these depending on sightings to take us in a different direction. On our first full day Julius found an adult male lion resting under a tree right on the track in front of us less than a metre away! Similarly…he found a Lioness feeding her two cubs on a flat rock. Again, it was just us…a moment we will never forget. Julius’s passion for what he does and the animals he sees is inspiring. He taught us that taking time to wait is so important. Pole Pole! A safari should not be a box ticking exercise, but an honour to spend time with the amazing animals you do see.
My own personal wish was to see a family of elephants and I was not disappointed! Julius found us several groups, some of which just walked past our vehicle. I was impressed that as long as the drivers respect the animals, they will come close.
Our accommodation was a complete surprise. It was 5 star luxury and the care we received was outstanding. All of the staff were so friendly and fun, particularly Rebecca who decorated our lodge to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The food was amazing, no mean feat considering the challenges of being in the middle of the Serengeti. We were very sad to leave.
Thank you so much Idda and Julius for giving us such a wonderful experience. We will be back!
MA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wonderful stay and professional service
Good communication with the broad team
The price was right for the magnificent hotel we have in the Park.
We didn't get to see the felines because the guides didn't warn us that we had to be there very early in the morning, just after sunrise.
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Superbbb
We had a life time experience....everything from accommodation to food....game drive....was spellbound...
Arrangements and coordination was amazing....thanxx. a lot for giving us such beautiful memories
MA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional Exploration with Africa Rebound Safaris
Africa Rebound Safaris took our Masai Mara adventure to a whole new level! Their guides were the absolute stars of the show.
These passionate experts weren't just there to drive us around. Their incredible knowledge of the reserve's wildlife and ecosystems was clear from the very beginning. They could spot animals from miles away, identify every creature we encountered, and explain everything about their lives - their habits, roles in the environment, you name it. Thanks to them, we saw amazing things and gained a whole new appreciation for the delicate balance of life in the Masai Mara.
On top of their animal expertise, the guides were also masters of the terrain, keeping us safe and comfortable throughout the entire trip. They weren't just showing us animals; they were sharing stories, fascinating facts, and their deep respect for the natural world. Their enthusiasm was infectious, and it made the safari an unforgettable educational experience.
Because of the professionalism and knowledge of our Africa Rebound Safaris guides, our Masai Mara trip wasn't just a vacation - it was a life-changing experience. We left with a newfound connection to the wildlife and a profound appreciation for the wonders of nature.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime
A year ago I decided that for my 50th, I wanted to go on an African Safari. I began looking for safari companies and happened to come across Morningstar Tours. You take a leap of faith and hope that your vision will turn to reality and from my first communication with Alice, we began to construct my dream. I cannot tell you how many times I sent Alice emails during this process, but each and everytime time she was quick to respond and so professional. In addition to organizing all aspects of the Safari, she also secured all our train tickets to Mombasa for after our Safari.
Finally the day came when John picked us up from Nairobi so that we could begin this adventure!
John was the ultimate guide as he led us for 2 days through the Masai. He was patient and understanding, dealing with 6 different personalities aboard. He catered to our requests with a smile on his face.
Everything I dreamed was coming to fruition before my eyes.
As a birthday surprise, Alice arranged for a group of Masai men to come to Zebra Plains, (our camp) to sing and celebrate my birthday with me. I cried tears of joy. I couldn’t believe how blessed I was.
I’ve traveled around the world and have seen some amazing places, but this experience has been life changing and one I will never forget.
Thank you Alice, John, Denis and everyone else at Morningstar Tours for all the hard work you put in for our group. We will never forget it.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jean Claude was fantastic!
Jean Claude was a fantastic guide who was so helpful and informative! Our family had an amazing time! We always felt safe and trusted him immensely!
Thank you!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
World class team and life changing experiences.
Viva safaris Safari experiences has had to be one of the nest and life-changing experiences me and my family have had experienced. From the drivers who fetched us and dropped us off, to the welcome we received as well as the professional yet fun tour guides in Nadine, Marc and luke we all had so much fun and learned so much. My highlight was witnessing a pride of lions bring down a kudu bull and eat it. You won't go wrong if you book through and with Viva safaris.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3 day luxurious safari fly in fly out from Zanzibar
I had the best 3 days safari in Serengeti. Our tour operator was Safari Soles . We flew in from Zanzibar to Seronera airstrip and into central serengeti for a fun game drive . Our safari guide Mr Rajabu was truly wonderful , excellent in spotting animals and shared many interesting information about the culture and the animals. He was an amazing driver and truly fun to be with. He was so patient to wait till we were happy to leave and was very flexible with our schedule and needs
We did not enjoy our stay at the lodge in Serengeti as it was below basic however the stay in Ngorongoro was beyond expectation. And the air balloon ride is definitely not to be missed.