IT
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Magic Safari
I contacted Mr. Ali directly from Italy and he helped me choose the most suitable safari for us.
We had already been to Tanzania 35 years ago and now we wanted a safari aimed at seeing the "Great Migration" of wildebeests and zebras in the Serengeti Park.
We also wanted to visit a group of Hatzabe, the bushmen who live in Tanzania, the last hunter/gatherers.
Excellent value for money.
Everything was perfect: our guide/driver Leonard, the cook Emmanuel, the choice of Camp Sites, the food (excellent, varied and plentiful), the kindness, helpfulness and professionalism of everyone.
Wonderful safari: in addition to the hundreds of wildebeest and zebras of the Great Migration that we saw in the area near the Lobo Lodge in the Northern Serengeti, we saw, thanks to Leonard's lynx eye, many cats even very close up.
The experience with the Hatzabe is also to be recommended: you spend half a day with one of their families and share their way of life by following their daily activities and going hunting with them.
It is not a show for tourists: the Hatzabe still live like this in the bush, hunting and gathering what nature offers.
Thanks Ali, thanks Leonard and Emmanuel.
Highly recommended
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great guide, chef and an unforgettable experience.
Had an amazing experience with Emmy Safaris. They did everything to make our safari perfect and they succeeded. The chef cooked amazing food every day, and the guide was so good and we are really happy that we saw the big 5 thanks to him. Highly recommend!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, organised, and friendly
Almighty Kilimanjaro were professional, organised, and friendly. The logistics were smooth, the route spectacular, and I felt cared for.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything perfect with Serengeti Smile
Our experience was super positive, the guide Dominic is very good and prepared, attentive to our needs. He was also a careful driver. We saw all the big five and the other animals too. All the staff at Serengeti smiles were amazing. The food is also really great
HK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Meet with expectation
We booked the safari tour from Beacon Safaris in2019 but had to postpone until this year because of covid.
The rescheduling wasn’t too smooth as the contact was not very responsive. We had to keep following up to ensure our confirmation. The total price also went up 19% at the end as we were told the price is adjusted because of covid.
As for the safari tour, we stayed at 4 days at Masai Mara and 1 day at Lake Nakuru. The game drive duration is quite short - we left hotel at 730am most of the days and return before 4pm if we didn't request to stay late. Very luckily we saw Big 5 and a mini migration during our trip. Daniel our driver is nice and will get to the animals asap when he heard the updates from the radio.
The hotel (Mara Kimana Camp) that we stay is nice too - food is good, staff is friendly, room is clean. Just the hot water supply is not stable and yellowish most of the time and the electricity is not stable occasionally as well but it’s understandable.
Overall, the experience is good and we enjoyed the safari tour.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Exceptional service and unforgettable experience
Splendid Vacations exceeded my expectations on all levels. I am very thorough and detailed when planning my vacations. James was patient and answered all my questions. What stands out the most is how James continually checked in with me over the months of planning. His messages checking and getting us excited for our safari adventure. During the trip, James checked in to make sure that we were happy and everything was going smoothly. James' expertise and suggestions for additional activities during our time in the Mara really enhanced our experience. The customer service was fantastic. When there was a miscommunication with our visit at the Masai Mara Village, James rectified the issue immediately.
Our guide, George, was phenomenal! He was friendly and knowledgeable. He truly made our experience unforgettable. We love, George! Every guide should be like George. I couldn't have asked for a better experience.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All inclusive and well organised
Albert was an amazing guide. We would recommend him to anyone wanting to go on safari. Serengeti Morning Dew overall was great, they answered all our questions and were very patient organising everything.
JP
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great tour!!
My husband and I had such a great time in Kenya! The 7 day safari was perfect for us as we wanted to visit Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru & Masai Mara.
Our guide/driver, Charles was very knowledgeable, he told us a lot about the animals and answered to all the questions we asked during the tour. And he tried everything so we could see all the Big5!
One small disappointment about the company was that there was a change in the itinerary(hotel) without prior notice. We were excited to stay at a resort where hippos come for food & water... but the alternate lodge was also nice.
We chose 4×4 land cruisers for our drive with some extra cost, and it was worth the money as the road was extremely bumpy. The car was very clean and comfy!
Also I recommend private tour instead of the group ones!
Overall, it was an amazing experience and we will definitely choose Beacon Safaris again when we go back!!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Friendly
It was a beautiful Time.
I liked the Victoria Falls alot.
I had already been on a safari before where I saw more animals.
That's why I would leave this out next time.
The service and the food were always nice and delicious.
I think the price is too expensive for the whole tour, especially since not everything is paid for. (Entry for the V.Falls)
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent tour and incredible experience
The tour was very well organised by Oscar, starting in Victoria Falls with a guided tour. Chobe National Park was the next stop which was incredible, I had 2 Safaris and 2 boats cruises where I saw many elephants, some lions, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles as well as cape buffalo. We got very close to the animals which was such a memorable experience.
The next stop on the tour was Elephants Sands with Zambezi Expedition's great guide and driver Norman. Elephants Sands is a very unique way of getting close to elephants at a watering hole. Norman was very professional, funny and knowledgeable.
Finally I experienced the Okavango Delta by small Canoe and a guided walk where we saw Zebra and elephants. The landscape in completely different to the rest of Botswana and must be seen!!!
The whole team at Zambezi Expeditions were great including Oscar, Norman and Julius. I would highly recommend it for those wanting to experience the falls, safari and the Okavango it was great value.
