IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hakuna Matata Roadtrip Safari
This was our first safari and our first time to Kenya.
I am an extremely exigent client as I have worked for a while in tourism and my husband and I (since we are young adult, we have travel a lot around the world).
Since the beginning, Fredrick (our Apodiform’s account) has tried to find the best combination to adapt our request to our budget.
The travel went smoothly and we really enjoyed Kenya.
However, I should divide my commentary, one for for the support on booking/organisation of the trip and another one the trip itself.
On the one hand, dealing with Apodiformes was not always easy, there were many issues regarding booking and organisation, this could be due to a lack of communication or to the fact they were not fully transparent.
Examples?
- our itinerary pdf reported a lot of mistakes and was not corrected even after having highlighted the discrepancies (wrong arrival time/departure day/activities).
- we had to chase them for pick up time from the airport (they did not reached proactively to give us all the information)
- they told us they could take care of our rigid suitcase when only soft ones were allowed onboard local airplane, but when we arrived at the airport they drop us off and we had to deal with the problem ourselves (the driver has disappeared)
- We were supposed to travel by train from Tsavo to Watamu, but the afternoon before we were informed that plans were changed (they did not book the tickets in advance so the day before the 1st class tickets were sold out! While our trip was prebooked in December)
- They did not include our luggages for another Jambojet Flight so when we arrived at the check in desk they asked us to pay (luckily at the end Frederick sort it out with a live online Payment).
Hence, the tour has been done successfully with very competitive budget (1 full week of safari around Kenya), however we kindly suggest to improve communication/organisation set up to prevent unpleasant situation for the guests.
In addition, I would suggest to share with guests a small guide of extra activities they can do during safaris such as bush breakfast/Bush sunset or dinner or even night safaris. We were interested in that but when we discovered these kind of activities it was too late!!!
On the other hand, our safari guide Sebastian made sure our safari was unbelievable, he was always concerned that we were enjoying every day.
In each game, he tried to catch the information around to get the animals close enough. He was always asking if we were taking good pictures/spots.
Thanks to him, our trip was great!
To sum up, they are really good to adapt to your request and limited budget however they should pay more attention to details and to communication with guests.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari experience
Everything went very well
Our driver Joseph was amazing, we were able to see all the Big 5
Benson even if he wasn’t with us, he was always interested that everything went well
Thanks for everything!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Enjoy Safari with Seb!
Dear all,
My wife and I really enjoyed 1 full week around Kenya (Masai Mara, Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Tsavo) with the best guide Sebastian!
In each game, he tried to catch information around and spot animals and get closer enough for the best pictures.
He has been very kind and professional.
I must mention his VAN, the best (I’m not joking) VAN compared to others. Very powerful/ comfortable both on highways and in off roading (as regular jeep).
He knows shortcuts between destinations so he always choose the best and shortest way.
In case you decide to proceed with a Safari, you should ask for having Sebastian as your guide!
Go Seb! Thanks a lot!
Best
Andrea and Alice
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lucky to meet experienced Henry
Safari in Africa is what I will never forget. Our guide Henry is quite experienced. You can always believe in him. Tell him what you want, and he will try his best to make you satisfied. Hunting, animals coming alive, wildebeest crossing the river, sunset….everything! Come and feel the wind of Africa and I definitely recommend Henry as your guide. You will never be disappointed.
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
very good
The team leader worked hard, was enthusiastic and thoughtful, drove smoothly and was experienced, understood our needs and tried to meet them, which made our trip a good experience. The accommodation environment was clean, tidy, beautiful and distinctive, and the service staff was kind and enthusiastic.
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ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable!
We are THRILLED with the experience that we had as a family doing the 7 days safari with Kilimanjaro Adventure Safari.
We are a family of 4 ( 2 adults + two girls aged 9 and 10)
Before the Safari, the contact and replies to all our doubts were fast and efficiently resolved always via email and whatsapp by Makoninde.
Payment was also very easy and reliable.
We had chosen this company only from references in the web and now we will clearly recommend to our friends.
We can only say a BIG THANK YOU to our super guide Rapha. His expertise on driving, animals and even spanish were amazing.
Our kids really enjoyed and learnt a lot. Thank you Rapha for your patience and
always helpful and smiling attitude!!
We felt always relaxed and safe with you!!
You made our Safari unforgettable!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari Across Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti!
Our safari journey through Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Serengeti National Park was absolutely incredible. We were fortunate to spot an amazing variety of wildlife, including all of the “Big Five” — lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos. Each day brought new and exciting encounters with these magnificent animals.
Our guide, Jamal, was exceptional. He shared his extensive knowledge about the animals and their behaviors, which greatly enriched our experience. The vehicle and equipment provided by Kilimanjaro Heroes Adventures were top-notch, ensuring a comfortable and safe journey. We were also impressed by the quality of the meals and accommodations throughout the trip, which added to the overall enjoyment of our safari.
This was truly a remarkable adventure, and we are grateful to Kilimanjaro Heroes Adventures and Jamal for making it so memorable. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a top-tier safari experience in Tanzania.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Silas was incredible and experienced guide that made the trip unforgettable!
The 2 day safari trip we took was incredible with breakfast, lunch and dinner with our private room and bathroom was very hospitable. The staff was such a pleasure from the chef, bartenders, and even the security guard. Our Tourguide Silas was very knowledgeable about the safaris of Ngoro Ngoro Crater and Tarangire. He was very patient and his eyesight was very sharp. He respected the animals more than the other guides and gave us many opportunities to take pictures. He gave us many memorable moments that left us in awe. Would definitely recommend!
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Davis made my Uganda trip seamless and enjoyable, with excellent knowledge of the animal kingdom.
I had the pleasure of traveling through Uganda with Davis as my guide, and the experience was truly exceptional. From the beginning, he was incredibly kind and understanding, especially when I decided to change accommodations - he made the transition seamless and stress-free.
I was thoroughly impressed by Davis's extensive knowledge of the animal kingdom, particularly his expertise as a certified bird guide. Although I am personally not particularly interested in birds, he actually made me curious about them. For anyone passionate about birdwatching, Davis is definitely the guide you want by your side.
What I appreciated most was Davis's positive, calm, and friendly demeanor. He has a way of making you feel comfortable and at ease throughout the trip while also respecting your need for personal space. His organizational skills were also top-notch, ensuring that every aspect of the journey was well-coordinated and enjoyable.
For anyone traveling to Uganda (especially if you have an interest in birdwatching) I highly recommend Davis. His professionalism, knowledge, and warm personality make him an outstanding guide.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply amazing!
We booked to go to mikumi national park by sgr train from dar es salaam. The communication from start to finish was excellent, we were a family of 2 adults and 2 children aged 5 and 7, the staff at Kihindo tours treated us like family from the initial booking until the end of the trip. Our guide and driver was superb and made us all feel so comfortable and welcome, nothing was too much for them. We had a great time seeing the animals in the park but also spending time with local Tanzanians who happened to be the tour company colleagues. Thank you to Winnie, Isiah, Abdul, Saloneke and Jackson!
