50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
They put together an amazing holiday for us, no complaints at all.
This was a high end safari experience and it was amazing.
Kojuu, with Judy at the helm planned the route and stops so we saw a range of different landscapes and their inhabitants, starting at beautiful Tarengire, with elephants galore... then on to Lake Manyara in a stunning lush forest, then a lengthy drive to the Serengeti with the most varied game in the central area, culminating in the Western Serengeti where huge numbers of wildebeest were gathering and starting to migrate Northwards..We loved every park and would not have skipped any of them. Only regret was not having more time in Tarengire and Serengeti. It was tiring moving so much but Judy ensured we had 2 nights stay in both lodges in the Serengeti which allowed a recharge - and some laundry ( very efficient, back the same day beautifully folded and smelling great!)
We had the same driver/ guide throughout, Justin, who was excellent at spotting and identifying animals and birds as well as navigating the parks and some challenging driving conditions on some of the tracks. He was also great company, we all had fun together and by the end of our stay we saw him as our friend.
Our accomodation was without exception, excellent, including the initial overnight in Arusha at Gran Melia hotel, but highlights were Tarengire elephant Springs, and Lahia tented lodge which had an incredible location on top of a hill with panoramic views of Western Serengeti dotted with wildebeest.... We would definitely choose to stay an additional night here if we came again.
After our safari we were returned to Arusha and flew to Zanzibar for 3 nights to have some relaxation time. We would highly recommend the Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond where we paddled with and fed the recuperating green turtles there.
However we would not recommend trying to swim with dolphins- far too busy, seemingly unpoliced to protect both the dolphins and the tourists. We asked to leave.
We would also advise anyone considering a beach stay at Zanzibar that the beaches have sadly been very eroded and there was just a sliver of sand really at our resort hotel, Nungwi Dreams ... Maybe other areas are better?....Although we still managed to swim in the turkoise sea there and there was plenty of relaxation space by the 2 swimming pools.
The kojuu team and those on the ground meeting us at airports and taking us out on tours were always where they said they would be. No matter that our flight to Zanzibar was 2 hours late, or we wanted to change the time of our Stonetown tour, we were greeted with smiling faces and told that it was entirely up to us. Justin always gave us a choice on the game drives where possible - whether we wanted an all day drive or early start then some downtime before an evening drive. And he would ask what we wanted to try and see and do his best to accomplish that. He knew what could be found in different regions of the various parks we visited and we did see the Big 5, and a whole lot more. A very early start at Ngorogoro crater was definitely worth it - much quieter and we did get to see 2 rhino which had disappeared by mid morning. Not to mention the lioness sat on the roadside on the way in...and the beautiful morning light.
On " cheetah day " in the Serengeti, we saw 8 cheetahs! Last sighting was a mum supervising a training opportunity with her largely grown offspring chasing a Thomson's gazelle right in front of us..
And a leopard pair tucking into their kill and napping in a tree together.
On " lion day" as requested, Justin came up with a very close encounter with a huge male and his 2 lionesses... And later on the same day another similar encounter with a larger group as we neared Lahia in the lovely evening light.
Although there were times when there would be a queue of cars around a sighting ( as with the leopards) Justin would give us as much time as we wanted so we often remained when everyone else had left. And he was great at heading to quieter areas of the parks so we were entirely on our own with those lions, and with a group of amorous elephants at Manyara..( it was the breeding season..) and with only 1 other car for the cheetahs. We also shared a strong interest in bird spotting and with Justin's " eagle" eyes identified around 65 different species in total!
Service everywhere was outstanding. The people of Tanzania were bright, cheerful and accommodating, always doing their best to ensure we were enjoying our experience whether they were serving us dinner or escorting us safely to our lodge after dark. We had several singing greetings either on arrival or departure and an unexpected anniversary serenade and cake at The Lions Paw lodge in Ngorogoro...
All in all a wonderful and stress- free holiday, very well planned and managed by the Kojuu safari team. We would definitely go with them again if we return- and we really hope we will. We loved Tanzania and it's people.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic tour of Namibia, Botswana, Victoria Falls
16 Day, Namibia, Botswana, and Victoria Falls.
Our trip with Nature Travel Namibia was truly amazing. Kudos to our coordinator Nadine for the great communication and organization of everything. All of the lodges and camps were lovely, with modern facilities, comfy beds and great food.
Our guide Delano exceeded any expectations we had about spending over 10 days with a guide on a private tour. He took care of everything, made sure we were comfortable, and did a great job of showing us his beautiful country. We had some concerns that being in a car for days (and having most of our meals) with a stranger could be weird, but in no time we felt like old friends.
Delano’s ability to spot wildlife while driving was amazing. We saw so much wildlife, particularly in Etosha National Park and Chobe National Park. Lots of elephants, zebra, impala, giraffe, springbok, wildebeest, and hippos. Also oryx, kudu, lions, cheetah, hyena, rhino, jackals, so many birds, and some other animals we’re probably forgetting.
The unexpected gem of the trip was the Living Desert tour in Swakopmund. The guide Shantelle took us into the desert in Dorob National Park where she showed us geckos, lizards, snakes, and birds. A true reptile and bird ‘whisperer’, she has an amazing ability to find these little creatures.
We were there from 23 May 23 – 6 June, 2025. The weather was great. Cool in the morning (55 Farenheit) and comfortably warm during the day. Of course it’s generally really sunny, so don’t forget your hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen!
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
10/10 highly recommend!
My family of 3 traveled in early June from the US for the Roaring Kenya safari. We had a trip of a lifetime! Filipa had quick communication and thorough response in planning the trip. She went above and beyond when we had a travel snafu early in the trip and got everything sorted out for us.
Thomas our guide was so friendly and went above and beyond to make our trip the best! He is so knowledgeable and worked hard to hit all of our must dos and sees.
This was a trio of a lifetime. We hope to get back to Africa again!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everyone at Imara was fantastic and made the experience unforgettable for us!
Our Safari with Imara was amazing, we were blessed to see so much incredible wildlife up close. What made this so special was the care that Lewis and the team Imara put into making the itinerary to make sure each day was packed with action. The best part by far was our guide Edward! He added so much to the experience through his knowledge and experience. Because he knew all the right places to be (and with some luck) we got to see things that are not commonly seen. He also made sure that we were having a good time when we were traveling from park to park. We had great conversations and he was able to answer all of the questions we had, not just about wildlife but life in Kenya and beyond. When we had a bit of extra time he set us up to do an additional National Park to ensure that we were able to make the most of our time. Overall the experience was 10/10 and we hope to come back and do it again soon!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
LeKobe Adventures is communicative, friendly and ethical. Abel was amazing to be with on the safari!
The entire LeKobe team had amazing communication, everything was smooth from the hotel pickup to the airport transfer and the meeting of the tour guide in Mikumi. Any questions we had were answered quickly and efficiently by Jessica, helping set up payment and taking our wants into account when deciding which park to go to.
The tour was amazing, although I was worried at first about the time limit we felt as though we were able to see and explore a lot of the park in the time given.
- Lunch, snacks, and drinks were all provided
- Abel our guide was a blast to be with all day, he taught us lots of information about every animal we saw and had an answer for everything we asked! We sang songs, took lots of photos, and overall had so much fun
- Ethical Practices: we were not surrounding animals and trapping them with the jeep, we stayed a respectful distance from them, not to interrupt them
I learned so much in this one trip and am already planning when I can go on another safari. It was 100% worth the money and am glad we chose LeKobe as our provider for this trip! After speaking to some friends who had also gone on a safari it was clear not all companies have the same practices, assistance, or friendliness as the entire LeKobe team.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely amazing safari in Uganda & Tanzania
We have just returned home to Australia after our 23 day tour of Uganda & Tanzania with Mega Wild Safaris - and what a spectacular experience! From my very first enquiry, Anne was so quick and helpful with our questions (we wanted to customise our tour based on the season). This excellent communication continued while we were on safari as Anne was always contactable.
Our safari guides (Baker in Uganda and David in Tanzania) were excellent - really experienced guides are worth their weight in gold and and make a real difference re how many animals you will see and how close you will get.
11 days in each country also meant we weren't rushed - instead of a quick fly-by of a particular animal, we had the time to really sit and watch them.
We had just the 3 of us in our jeep - so nice to have plenty of room to move around when the top was up. In contrast we saw lots of jeeps packed with 6 - 8 people which didn't look so comfortable.
The accommodation was also fantastic, the food was delicious (so much food!) and lovely friendly people everywhere.
Trekking the chimps and gorillas in in Uganda was a real highlight of course but we delighted in every animal (large or small) that we came across.
We highly recommend Mega Wild - you won't be disappointed!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good experience obtained
The services I obtained it was so marvelous and so nice
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience with everything we needed – excellent value for money!
We had an amazing safari with Karibu Tena Tours. Everything was well-organized and ran smoothly from start to finish. Communication was clear and responsive, and the guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The service exceeded our expectations, and the value for money was excellent. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a reliable and unforgettable safari experience!
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Morning star tours had everything covered making our safari trip so easy and extremely pleasurable!
Joysharon was our contact for Morningstar and was extremely helpful in our planning process, frequently checking in leading up to and throughout our safari ensuring our experience was exactly what we wished for. When our driver Timothy was misguided and need up at the wrong hotel for our initial pickup, Joysharon was very reassuring and stayed in contact throughout.
Our driver Timothy was extremely accommodating throughout our time with him! He made sure we saw the many animals and set us up for amazing photos ops including with the evasive leopard! When another company’s vehicle broke down, Tim demonstrated his kind heartedness by helping out the other driver ensuring other people continued to have an enjoyable experience as well!
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very safe and profesional driver, perfect time managment.He knew all the right places to go .Gokde
Golden Teips Tanzania is a very reliable and safe agency.We had an open communication with them and the price was good.
They know where to take and give you all the info about animals and places.