CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Superb Knowledge, Service and Communication
My wife and I are in our mid-late forties and have previously travelled twice to Africa. On those occasions we booked with another tour company. On this occasion, we decided to go with a local provider, The Safari Partners, and we're certainly glad we did.
Although we had been to Africa before, Chris (Safari Partners) was engaged with the the planning of our trip from the onset. He provided information and insight into various lodges and camps that proved invaluable. There is a line in their profile that states: "We don't strive to just sell, we consult. We listen to your needs and design the best possible travel solution for you.". This couldn't be more accurate. They are not just selling you a 'product'. There is a genuine effort and interest to determine what type of traveller you are and what kind of Africa experience you want to have and put an appropriate package together for you.
Communication was excellent. Any email queries we sent, both before and during our trip, were responded to within 24hrs. The only ones that may have taken longer required a response from someone in Africa, hence the delay. Itineraries are professionally set out, detailed and are available to view via a weblink.
Our safari (Johannesburg, Victoria Falls and Botswana) was excellent. Everything was as we discussed and went without a hitch. Even if some matter unforeseen had arisen, I would have all the confidence that Chris would see to it and find a solution. It was a very relaxing, worry-free experience.
Again, this was not our first trip to Africa, we have used other tour operators and would say that Safari Partners has been the best. They have the knowledge, communication along with a high level of service to guide you through and book your African adventure, whether you're a first timer or seasoned traveller. Highly recommended.
US
Just magical
We had such a great time, this was our first experience of Africa, and we now know what the fuss is about.
The people, the climate and the landscape made our time there magical and one day we will go back.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Safari Adventure!
My wife and I recently returned from a 2 week trip to South Africa, organized by Michelle Astbury at Sun Safaris.
Michelle was extremely helpful throughout the booking process, offering us many suggestions to create an itinerary that exactly fit our requests. We visited 3 private lodges in the greater Kruger area (Cheetah Plains, Chapungu and Kambaku) and also did a day tour of the Panorama Route. Each lodge was a real pleasure to visit - luxurious accommodations, friendly staff, great food and excellent game viewing!
Michelle expertly organized every aspect of the entire trip, including several domestic flights and many transfers between destinations. There wasn't anything more we could have hoped for from our trip to South Africa!
CO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the top 3 trips in mi life
Great and efficient/personalized arrangements made by Henry alongside an incredible guide (Eddie)thoughout the three main destinations
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing first Safari
They arranged a safari 7 days: Samburu, Naibasha and Masai Mara . Everything was perfect and recommendations of times at each site and accommodations were very successful. Denis, our guide, was great; friendly, professional and attentive to our needs at all times (ah !! and a great driver ... must be taken into account with some roads in Kenya). Thanks to him, we could see all kinds of animals at each place. Accommodations perfect as recommended by Noah. At least offered alternative and not the same as other companies accommodation. they all perfect exceeded our expectations in terms of facilities and location for the park.
From our point of view, highly recommended safaris with this company.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
Trip of a lifetime does not even begin to describe our safari adventure. Tanzania is truly a beautiful country, and we got to see the best of it thanks to the team at Easy Travel.
Emanuel was of incredible help and guidance during the planning portion - helping us navigate options, and customize our 7-day safari to cater to our wish list and the must-sees. (Tanzania Safari - 7 Days - Comfort Plus)
And on the ground, we lucked out with Ombeni as our driver (and hero!) - kind, fun, and game for any and every adventure (not even a rainy day stopped him!), we were blessed by his knowledge and patience as we explored Kiliminjaro, Lake Maynara, Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.
The highlights without a doubt were the Maramboi Tented Camp, the night safari at Lake Manyara National Park, visiting a local school and village, and the balloon ride over the Serengeti.
Lodging throughout was excellent, and far exceeded expectations - the team at Easy Travel ensured that all our dietary restrictions were planned for and managed, and the staff at each hotel (Serena Lodges, Maramboi Tented Cap, Sopa Lodges) were courteous and catered to our every need.
The team at Easy Travel brought our safari dreams to life - we left not only with great memories and stories, but with new friends in Emanuel and Ombeni. I would highly recommend their services and look forward to booking with them again.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hundreds of cast with Lilian and Fazal
Communications during a six months period of preparation were excellent. Lilian, the manager of Zohar, is a plus for everything and has a great knowledgeability of the sector. She followed us at the beginning, during and at the end of Safari. She is really a reliable, efficient and competent director. Fazal was a great guide and an excellent driver. Thanks to him we saw a lot of animals, expecially cats. He has a great knowledgeability of the parks, of Tanzanian natural life and he is a kind and polite man you can speak with of many things. The car was good, confortable and quite reliable. The lodges and camps we chose following the tips of Lilian were really good, confortable, fine and safe. All in all, a wonderful experience.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Had a fun trip to Mikumi National Park
The entire 2 day trip was well arranged and managed. Davis was our guide and he was very knowledgeable. He also had a very sharp eye and could spot animals that no one else could. He knew where to take us, what to do, and got us very close to lions, zebras, elephants, etc.
Everyone in our group had a great time. Highly recommended!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible safari adventure from Nairobi to Diani beach!
We were truly amazed by our 5 day safari with Siku Njema in Kenya with Benson Mwakugu and his colleague Joseph. Beginning in Nairobi, we travelled down through Amboseli , Tsavo West, Taita Hills and Tsavo East and finishing near Mombasa. Throughout our game drives we saw so many animals including elephants, lions, wildebeest, zebras, buffalo, alligators, giraffes, wild boar, cheetahs, leopards, hippos, hyenas, lions and lots of different varieties of antelope and birds and so much more. There were so many great things about the safari it is impossible to know where to begin. During the drives, both Benson and Joseph were stunningly good at locating wildlife and telling us all about each animal, its territory, behaviour, and part in the ecosystem. We learned so much! Our itinerary was very well designed, providing just the right amount of time for exciting game drives whilst scheduling stops for lunch and dinner en route. All of the accommodation was simply incredible (all of the highest quality, all with comfortable beds, excellent buffets and great atmosphere - we just loved these places!). Prior to our trip we were given a preview and we thought it would be good but our expectations were greatly exceeded. We added in visits to the David Sheldrick elephant centres in Nairobi and Voi (requires advance booking), both of which were truly great. In all honesty we had no idea what to expect as we had never been to Africa before but we were thoroughly delighted. Many thanks to Siku Njema!
NO
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very positive.
We had a great time and felt very safe and good taken care of. The whole trip was great from the beginning in Nairobi where we visited KarenBlixen house to safaridays in Masai Mara. And of course great days in Zansibar. The whole trip was a great experience.
I especially have to give credit to our extraordinary guides, Mathew in Nairobi and Geoffrey in Masai Mara!