TR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience of a lifetime
This was our first safari and we really didn't know what to expect but the experience was beyond our dreams. Flash is a very professional, trustworthy and well managed company. The 12 day safari was well planned with a lot of action as well as nicely planned rests. The hotels were five star and the best of all was our guide Melek, his name means angel in Arabic and he protected us like an angel! He is very experienced and professional and security conscious. I would highly recommend Flash and Melek.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We had a fantastic trip!
Thank you to Saso Uganda Safari! Our family of four had a great trip to Murchison Falls. Our guide looked after us very well and we had a wonderful time.
HU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice customer service, correct communication, friendly hosting, professional guide
We were more than happy with the services. They were on time, they did what we agreed, no surprises, no hidden charges. The guide was excellent, nice personality, and professional, with a very deep experience of salaries.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A truly awe-inspiring holiday in beautiful surroundings.
Our trip to Phinda Game Reserve was as a present for my Dad's 60th, and it did not disappoint. Our accommodation (we stayed at the Mountain Lodge in Phinda) was beautifully laid out and equally good for both seclusion and socialising - whichever you prefer. The rooms were incredibly generous in size with decking out the front and even a plunge pool for those that are feeling brave. The grounds of the lodge were kept in immaculate condition, the swimming pool was literally a 2 minute walk from your room, as was the outdoor and indoor dining area which hosted the majority of breakfasts, lunch and dinners. Prepared by head chef Neo (who made a point of individually welcoming you to your table and explaining what was for dinner every night, a really nice touch) and his team, the food was always of impeccably high standards as was the presentation of it. We couldn't have been more impressed at the level of service from the in-house team of hosts. They could not do enough to make your stay a more memorable one, from how you'd like your eggs done, to birthday gifts they really did provide everything and were a large factor behind why I feel the holiday was such a successful one. Keep an eye out for Mandla particularly, who I didn't see without a smile on his face for four whole days.
The weather was amazing for the duration of our stay, including some breath-taking electric thunderstorms on our first night. As for when you're out on safari, it does get quite cold when you're out after dark, so despite it being really sunny when you set off, take a jumper. Blankets are provided which was unexpected, but very much appreciated! It was my first safari and will take some beating - we managed to see everything we wanted to, leopards and black rhino's included...and as a keen photographer I was afforded plenty of time to take photos at will of the amazing animals on show. Our guides were totally receptive to what we wanted to see and put on a wonderful breakfast in the bush one morning, as well as taking us on some great walks when there was a bit of downtime.
My only minor criticism would be that considering you spend 7 hours a day in them, the Jeeps weren't the most comfortable form of transport. I'm a little over 6 foot 2 and the legroom in the Jeeps wasn't really adequate for me, the seats weren't very well padded either - but really once you'd gotten over it this didn't detract at all from my overall enjoyment.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Phinda Game Reserve to anyone, it was an unforgettable experience and we owe much to those who hosted us and made our stay that little bit more special.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great, personalized services!!!
My adult daughter, my wife and I highly recommend Budget Africa Safari re: touring Kenya (Maria Mara, Amsoleli) . They are a smaller, younger, aspiring company that worked hard to meet our very need. Edward Thionga took the time to tailor his packages to our needs including some of the places we wanted to see and places we wanted to stay in. His drivers Edward and Maury were extremely nice, accommodating and very attentive.My wife, daughter and I highly recommend Budget Africa Safari to Kenyan tours (Maria Mara, Amboseli). We highly recommend Budget Africa Safaris.
We were much less impressed with Sandland Tours who handled our Tanzania portion (Serengeti, Ngoro Goro, Lake Manyara). Sandland is much bigger and more established but was not as open and communicative as Budget Africa Safaris.
(If you have to coordinate between companies -make sure the companies and then the drivers talk and coordinate the handover very closely and well including bags, money exchanges, lodging places etc.)
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Honeymoon
We spent our Honeymoon in Tanazania , and we spend a truly beautiful safari with safarihub , our driver Omblau was really helpful and knowledgeable , we spend one full week in tanzania and we went on several camps , we met some really nice people along our travels and i want to say that this trip was for us once in a lifetime ! thank you !
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wild life adventures East Africa (Rwanda, Uganda and Kenya)
In nov/ dec '16 we travelled with Grassrootz to Rwanda, Uganda and Kenya. Before booking we had intensive contact with Sander to ensure that this trip would be exactly what we wanted. And it really was!
George our driver was the best! We truly worked as a team, as he did his best to ensure that we had the best time possible. He provided us with so much information on both the wild life as on Ugandan history.
We stayed in basic banda's as well as in more luxurious lodges. The basic banda's have all the essentials, provided that the electricity and water works. But off course as this is Africa, some times either or both of them are simply not working. All the accommodations had friendly and helpful staff.
We deviated a bit from our original travel agenda due to the fact there was a small issue in the Rwenzori region. This was done in mutual agreement, and gave us a chance to include a visit to the Rhino sanctuary and Kampala.
All and all we were really happy with our trip, with our driver and Grassrootz overall. We would recommend them to anyone who wants to travel through East Africa.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent experience - highly recommend them
I booked an 8 day safari with Crystal Safaris November 25 – December 2, 2016 as a solo traveler. I am a retiree with 33 years as a travel industry professional and I could not have been more impressed. From my first contact with Barbara she was very responsive answering all of my questions and creating an adventure that met all of my requests. She showed a great deal of patience and professionalism as I had to make numerous changes over the course of our correspondence. From the moment Jonah, my guide/driver picked me up at the airport everything was taken care of and the trip not just met, but exceeded, my expectations.
During the 8 days I was also lucky enough to stay at 2 of the lodges owned by them, the Gorilla Safari Lodge near Bwindi and the Crater Safari Lodge near Kibale. The locations and accommodations were first class and the staff of both lodges made me feel pampered.
I would not hesitate to book with them again or to recommend them with full confidence.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thrilling experience
It was an amazing experience. We visited Maasi Mara, Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Hells gate. I joined different groups with different drivers. Dennis,James and Mike and should a great deal of commitment and care.
I believe what it actually differentiates Axis Africa from other companies is the level of professionalism and commitment they showed. Putting customers convenience first. I would definitely like to do business with them in the future.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experiences with an excellent guide and a very helpful company.
We were extremely pleased with both our budget safaris arranged through Chabo Africa. Our guide Modest was extremely knowledgeable with regard to all the animals and birds. It sometimes felt as though we were in a National Geographic documentary, as the information provided was so complete. He was excellent at finding and spotting game that we would have never seen. He is very personable with a good sense of humour and his English is excellent. He was on time and we were happy with his driving. Our communication with Chabo (Elen and Modest) was prompt and clear. Through many conversations with Modest we were able to learn a lot about present day Tanzanian culture which greatly enhanced our experience during the trip. We were so pleased with our experience in the Southern parks, that when our previously arranged safari in the Northern parks with a different company fell through due to payment issues, we requested a recommendation from Chabo for a Northern safari company. Modest said he could do the Northern safari for us as he had worked in that area also. Within a day or two, Chabo had a new personalized Northern safari all arranged with Modest as our guide again. We were thrilled to be met In Arusha by Modest a couple of weeks later to go on our Northern safari. Our Northern safari proved to be just as good and interesting as our Southern one as Modest proved again how good he was at spotting wildlife and explaining their different behaviors. We would highly recommend Chabo as a company and Modest as a guide for anyone who wants to go on a safari and experience Tanazania.