Efficient, Organised, Friendly
Hello all, my partner and I spent 6 days in Kruger with Viva Safaris and it was a wonderful experience! From pick up, to drop off, to stops made along the way to Kruger (to change transport etc), it was very well organised. The lodge is situated in an excellent area for game viewing, with majority of good sightings being done on our more local morning and evening game drives.
The staff are very welcoming and friendly, special shout out to Smiley who was with us for the majority of our trip. WOW! He made sure our needs were met, and tried his absolute best to get us the best viewings. Thank you to all the staff from the kitchen, as well as Luke, Nadine, Rocky, Raymond and Victor also. The days to Kruger are long, driving there is 1.5 hours roughly, and same back. As this was the highlight of our trip and many other guests, I would really like to recommend that vehicles leave a lot earlier. You arrive at Kruger around 10am, and by this point, a lot of viewings have already taken place. We saw all of the Big 5, as well as painted dog and many more wonderful animals. The food was good, we didn't go hungry at all, and the schedules were well planned. Again, just if there was one change, we would have loved to have actually spent 'full days' in Kruger if this was possible. We would highly recommend Viva Safaris overall.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A professional, well organised tour operator who recognise your needs and communicate appropriately
Firstly I should emphasise that due to external circumstance beyond the control of Extra Miles Unique, my enquiry did not progress to a confirmed booking.
However, I feel obliged to provide a review to reflect the most helpful and professional advice and communications that I received from Silas.
He was polite, thorough and an excellent communicator who responded quickly with detailed answers to the questions that arose whilst exploring the Magic of the Great Rift Valley tour.
I feel sorry and dissappointed that we were not able to follow through our enquiry to completion but wish to express my thanks to Silas and his colleagues for their help and advice, I have no hesitation in going back to Extra Miles Unique if we are able to make a future booking.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari Guide
We had a fantastic experience with Dickson as our guide. He is an experienced guide, who knows all the whereabouts in the Masai Mara as well as Lake Nakuru reserve. He was very attentive to our needs and made sure we were comfortable. With his perseverance, we were able to see all the Big 5, as well as many other birds and animals. All this while keeping the mood light hearted and fun.
Would highly recommend Dickson as the guide.
IN
Excellent planning and execution of safari
It was satisfying safari as we could see big five. Our guide Dikson was too enthusiastic and passionate about his job. He is very caring and respectful specially elders like us.He educated us on various aspects of all animals. Entire trip was value for our money. Guide Dikson was an asset in ensuring satisfying tour. Enjoyed a lot. Going back happy
US
The tour operator was helpful and responsive
My friends and I did a 6 day safari from Ambesoli to Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara. The communication in booking was timely and all questions that came up as the safari was coming up were responded to quickly. We were provided with an excellent tour guide driver. The driver had an incredible depth of knowledge that he shared in a delightful way as you learn about the areas and the animals. He managed to get the land cruiser in good locations to get great views and pictures of all sorts of different animals. The lodging was all in properties with incredible views and wonderful helpful staff. My friends and I had a great experience.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great
It is certainly not easy to organize a trip for travelers with safari experience but Hugo proved to be invaluable, he understood what we wanted and planned an unforgettable trip for us. Always available and attentive to our requests, he always responded promptly and with great competence to our questions.
The lodges offered were spectacular and the staff of each one was always courteous and helpful.
Having already been to Tanzania many years ago, by choice we decided to visit only the Serengeti, the Park par excellence... Obviously now with many more tourists but the emotions it gives you are still unique.
A special mention to Laurence, our fantastic guide who, thanks to his great experience and sensitivity made us live unique experiences every day and who also managed to make us excited with the crossing of the wildebeests in the Mara River at a point of the river where we were there to watch and only 5 other cars. Something truly difficult considering the very high number of vehicles present in the Serengeti to see the great migration and the crossing of the wildebeests.
The watchword every morning was “cats cats cats” and Laurence never disappointed us.
If we were to return to Tanzania we would definitely organize with Soul of Tanzania again!
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AT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect safari with the best guide fadhili and elya
This was the most amazing experience from being collected at the airport we were fully informed about our stay. The local knowledge on the journey to the hotel was great. The luxury stay on safari was out of this world. Fabulous food everyday including the packed lunches provided.
We went do tarangire nationalpark, ngorongoro crater, lake manyara and to the Serengeti.
Amazing to see so many animals in their natural habitat. The local massai with all the local villages and so many happy children makes you appreciate all you have. The staff particularly elia and fadhili were amazing at safari by Z from the minute our trip was booked and down to all staff at the safari during stay. Local entertainment was second to none whilst enjoying your meal. I would definitely do this trip again and could not
Recommend it enough.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good experience
Very fast communication on WhatsApp and very attentive. They sent us all the needed info for preparation and about the trip. They picked us up and dropped us down in our accommodation. All very good.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Safari Experience
Our safari with Andrew was outstanding. His deep knowledge of wildlife and plants, along with his constant enthusiasm and smile, made the experience unforgettable. Andrew went above and beyond, spotting animals we might have missed and sharing fascinating details at every turn. The organisation was seamless, allowing us to fully enjoy the adventure. Ushma from Wakanda was also very responsive to any questions we had, which made the planning process smooth and stress-free. We highly recommend both Andrew and the wakanda company!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent safari experience
My wife and I did a 6 day safari with Wakanda which covered various national parks.
Our guide Andrew had an amazing positive energy. He is very knowledgeable and takes great care of his clients. He is also an experienced and safe driver which is crucial on the rough roads in and around the national parks.
Besides, he went the extra mile to maximize the probability for us to see the Great Crossing, lions, leopards etc. and to find good positions for seeing the animals and taking good photos.
We had an amazing time and I fully recommend Andrew and Wakanda to anyone!