US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and well-knowledge driver with an unorganized company
There's not enough praise I could write for our driver, Khalifa. We deeply appreciate that he didn't follow other drivers and instead took the risk to find the Big 5 during the safari. We felt lucky to have had him as our safari driver. Khalifa took great care of us throughout the safari, creating unforgettable memories.
The main reason I gave four stars instead of five was due to the disorganization at the Jocky Tours office, which affected our waiting time. There was a lack of communication in the morning during the pickup, and when we arrived at the office, they had the wrong information, thinking we were a group of three instead of two. Because of this, we had to change safari drivers. Additionally, they didn't inform us about a 5% transaction fee for using a credit card. Had we known, we would have used cash to pay for the safari tour.
Would we use Jocky Tours again? If I knew I could get the same driver, then yes, I would definitely use them again.
IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
He could be able to customise on travel, places of visit and significantly cost needs appreaciation.
Enjoyed completely with full sights, services and stay within our budget. Planned for wild beast migration sight but got bonus of a Cheetah kill, two lion kill and sighting of Leopard, Hyena, Buffalo, Crocodile, Rhino, Hippo, Flemingo, Pellican and many others. Great visit and credit goes to Mateo and his guide Michel.
US
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.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Full service and peace of mind
We just had an amazingly wonderful, smooth 9-day wildebeest migration safari through Easy Travel, expertly coordinated and carried out from start to finish. We felt especially lucky because we only started inquiring less than 2 months before our trip. I researched leading companies and inquired with 5-10 of them. Easy Travel provided the itinerary with the most days in the northern Serengeti (where the wildebeest were predicted to be) and most variety of top quality tented lodge sites, at prices on par with or even better than other companies. Julieth, our travel specialist, was responsive and available literally from start to finish, not only online, but in person at the beginning and end of our trip, and checking in by phone in the middle.
Innocent, our airport transfer driver, was respectful, friendly, and timely picking us up and dropping us back to JRO airport.
The highlight of our trip was having Abisai M. as our driver guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable about everything—animals, birds, plants and trees, geology, the history and culture of Tanzania, etc. He had an eagle eye, able to find and identify distant animals that I could barely even make out when told about them. His driving was impeccable on the very rough terrain, and his navigation skills were unbelievable through the vast, flat Serengeti where even established dirt roads are unmarked. It was clear to us that he was respected by other guides, and he readily helped them if needed, with directions, vehicle breakdowns, and more. Above all, he was accommodating and gladly willing to work with all of our requests. He made our trip come to life!
During our trip I learned some details about why Easy Travel stands out among the dozens of other safari companies. They invest in their staff, providing great training and hiring many women from the community. They do detailed inspections and maintenance on their vehicles after every trip. They hire only experienced driver guides after extensive interviews that include a long drive into the parks. They prioritize safety above all.
One last point to mention. We are an LGBT family with a 10-year old child, and always felt welcomed, never once feeling any negativity from anyone during our entire trip. I hope this helps others like us feel confident to book with Easy Travel. We are so very glad we did—it was the experience of a lifetime!!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Emmanuel was the best tour guide we could’ve asked for
From start to finish we have no complaints about our safari with Msangai. We were met by Erick and our guide Emmanuel at our hotel in Arusha and they were so kind. The accommodations every night just kept getting better. We spent 3 days in the Serengeti and stayed at these amazing glamping sites which was the highlight of our trip. The food was great and beds were comfy. Emmanuel knew the answer to literally every question we asked about the animals. We were able to see elephants, zebras, hippos, giraffes, wildebeest, and lions!! (And so much more). It was so beautiful I can’t put it into words. The communication from beginning to end was so smooth. Erick kindly dropped us off at an alternate location which was inconvenient for him but he was so nice about it. We hope to book with Msangai again!!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Richard, best driver ever!
Amazing tour around serengeti and ngorongoro, special thanks to our driver Richard! Number 1
NZ
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Zim provided a trip that was varied and interesting with a wonderful guide and great accommodation
This trip was the best holiday we have ever had. Botswana and Zimbabwe were beautiful countries with amazing wild landscapes. The variety of animals and birds we saw was beyond our expectations from so many elephants to the delightful meerkat. We enjoyed meeting villagers and gaining an understanding of their very simple lives. People here are so happy and friendly. We never felt unsafe. Camping on the salt pans was quite an adventure as was the family of elephants who blocked our track and were a little scary. Awesome to see lions however the leopards remained elusive to us. Zim Travel have been brilliant to deal with and everything went like clockwork. Thank you to Pamela who organised the trip and to Stanford our amazing guide.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Just perfect and friendly
Our safari with Big Apes Africa was an incredible experience from start to finish. We were thrilled to see all of the Big 5 animals up close, which was a highlight of our trip. The entire journey felt very exclusive and personal, making it even more special.
Tim, our guide, was fantastic. He was not only knowledgeable about the wildlife and the terrain but also very friendly and approachable. His enthusiasm for the animals and the environment was contagious, and he made sure we had an unforgettable time.
The accommodations were top-notch, offering a perfect mix of comfort and a genuine connection to nature. Each day brought new adventures, stunning scenery, and moments that took our breath away.
We wholeheartedly recommend Big Apes Africa to anyone looking to embark on a safari. This trip surpassed all our expectations and gave us memories that we will cherish forever.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Richard the best
I was in Tanzania (Central Serengeti, North Serengeti and NgoroNgoro) for a week. Our guide was Richard.
Richard proved to be a very competent, professional and really good guide in capturing situations of interest during our safari. Always available and thorough in providing explanations to our questions.
A sunny, friendly, discreet and always available person. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to go to Tanzania for a safari
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IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A fabulous tour which has us itching to return.
We researched a number of tour operators when booking our private safari tour + holiday to Zanzibar. And got several quotes. We had never heard of Loren, but their pricing was attractive and they are clearly listed on the Tanzanian government's website of licensed tour operators.
We paid a deposit by transfer using a website called PesaPal, with the remainder given in cash (USD) on arrival. From then on our accommodation, all transfers and internal flight was covered. Our guide stayed with us for the length of the tour and was a huge help in getting us where we needed to go, identifying species and keeping us very well fed.
Following an unforgettable safari, we spent a few days in Zanzibar in lovely surroundings and accommodation.
I'd recommend this company to anyone considering a Tanzanian holiday; your money will stay in Tanzania and not be sent off to some international tour operator, and the team will make sure that you are very well looked after. We already want to book a return holiday in future, and will be looking at Loren again when we do.