20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Weekend in the Serengeti
We were 4 volunteers going to the Serengeti. We all had a great experience. Ernest is the best driver I have been been on a safari with, especially with the roads that were difficult to drive on because of the rain.
The weather wasn't ideal as it was raining a lot and the grass was high, but Ernest managed to make us see everything. The food and the car were very good. We all had a good time. He managed to find other people to go on the trip with us and reduce the price. Very professional and well-organized. Recommended.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Got everything we hoped for
All aspects of the four days were great. We were concerned about the 5-6 hour drive from JNB. They stopped 2-3 times at major service stations with name brand eating facilities. Guides were tops and very accommodating. Saw all big 5 many times and leopards all 3 tour days. Costs were very reasonable and Hippo Hollow hotel was excellence. Highly recommend. Paul & Lynn from Seattle.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The perfect experience
We can't say anything negative about this journey, it was perfect from the beginning to the end. The Lodges were beautiful and every single one had something special. ( Lunch at the border of the Nile, wonderful Wildlife etc.) Our expectations were high but the journey was even better, specially because of our guide Farouk who could read every wish we had and tried his best to never say no to any special ideas we had.
We are very thankful!
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best holiday ever!
We arranged a 20 day self drive holiday in Namibia and Botswana with Cardboard Box Travel Shop. Everything was super and we recommend highly. When we return we will use them again.
MY
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari Experience - excellent service , knowledgeable guide and attention to details
I corresponded extensively with Liza Yamazaki of Hazina Afika over internet when planning for our first safari for 12 of us . We decided on 7 day private safari tour in Central Serengati and Ngorongoro Conservation area . Liza was very professional and excellent in all aspect - prompt with answer to all our queries , very informative on safari matters, honest and upfront on fees. The tour more than lived up to our expectations .
We are all "Wow!" by this safari . We enjoyed our "game hunting" everyday in our 4- wheel drive. We were lucky to see thousands of wildebeest and zebras moving in unison in many areas - some stretching right up to the horizon in flat plains . Another unforgettable sight was a pride of lioness and cubs (more than 10) feeding on a carcass of a zebra . Then we saw the majestic lion king walking slowly down the slope to feast on the zebra while the lioness and cubs were playing or sleeping nearby . They are oblivious to the vehicles nearby just a few feet away. We saw vultures hanging around the area waiting for their turn . The next morning we passed by the area and observed the vultures fighting over the remnants of the carcass. It is nature at its best .
There were so many animals including elephants , leopard , cheetahs, herds of gazelle, impalas, monkeys, hordes of hippopotamus in the water .dik dik , foxes , buffaloes , rhinoceros in the distance etc
There are also so many types of birds.
In addition to animals and birds , the scenery of endless plains ,beautiful flat top acacia trees, bushes, streams and water was really very beautiful and refreshing . It was a 360 panorama of the horizon as you turn yourself round .
All in all , it is hard to put in words for the 7 day wonderful safari . You have to experience it yourself .
Hassle free service
The Zim Aquatic Union hired 4 buses for a tournament. I had a transport manager on standby in case of problems and his services were never required due to the fact that the drivers were always where they should be when they should be. Would highly recommend Nyati.
IN
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very prompt replies to all my queries and very good arrangements for our safari from the word GO
Communication by email with Helder was excellent from day one - more than 60 emails wee exchanged. We were received well by Patricia at Nairobi airport even disregarding the delayed and late arrival of our flight. Wajee mara camp was ideal - tented rooms in a jungle. Alex, our guide-cum-driver was excellent in his knowledge of the animals and the birds. He seemed to know where the animals were and within a few hours we had spotted the Big Five. A pride of lions taking positions for a kill, cheetahs at close quarters, rhino, hippos, giraffes and beautiful birds were the highlights. Within a day and half of safari we had completed our list of animals we wanted to see and saw many more too. A great safari - our childhood dreams were made to come true. All our needs were fulfilled in the package even including drinking water during the safari. I would recommend this operator to all my friends
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome experience
I had a time of my life at Queen Elizabeth park. The tour guide was so knowledgable they gave us all the information needed. The hospitality of their staff is super. Great experience. And the prices were right.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Dream Come True
It has always been a dream of mine to go on safari in Africa. This was my first trip, it was literally a dream come true ! My guide was Gabriel, he has so much knowledge about the animals and takes extra care not to disrupt them, which I really liked. He goes above and beyond to make sure his guests are comfortable and enjoying themselves. The accommodations, staff and food were A++++. I would not hesitate to recommend Maasai Magic Safaris to anyone interested in going !! :) :)
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Week in Uganda with Wild Discoveries
I was extremely impressed by Wild Discoveries professional yet personal experience. I spent a full week traveling the country with Wild Discoveries and one of the things that made the experience so wonderful is that they are fully owned and operated by Ugandans who have been working in the international safari and tourism business for several years. Our driver had local contacts at all of the major destinations which resulted in first-hand and sometimes exclusive knowledge of on-the-ground information. For example, during one of our early morning game drives, he was able to call a local lion researcher and find out where the lions were in the park. As a result, we were the first ones there and got to spend time with the lions before any other cars/tourists arrived. Our driver had also worked with chimpanzees for many years and is a true wildlife expert. We saw elephants, giraffes, buffalos, chimps, lions, hyenas, leopards, you name it. As far as booking and organizing the trip, it was simple and straight-forward. I was traveling with someone who had been to Uganda before so she knew which parks and places she wanted to take me, but then Wild Discoveries made all the arrangements and figured out the best order/schedule based on our priorities. I felt safe, relaxed and totally taken care of the entire time. I genuinely did not have a single problem and recommend them very highly.