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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mr. Maliaki (Mali) was a fantastic guide, with a very mature and inspiring respect for the wild.
We spent a little over 6 days with Mali (Kilipath African safaris), and had a wonderful time -- so much so that he was truly a part of our group. With over 20 years of experience, Mali's knowledge of the savannah and the wildlife was very inspiring. He took us through off beat paths which few other guides knew of. We had amazing sightings of animals (and ecosystems within which multiple species coexisted), and almost all birdlife in Tanzania. He told us a lot of very inspiring stories of his experience with animals, right from his days of training. Overall, if you want a adventurous and safe safari experience with someone who cares about showing you the wild in all her natural beauty, ask for Mali. If we were to come back, we would ask for him to be our guide again.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Experience!
We had a wonderful time on our 7 day safari which included Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Ol Pejeta Conservancy and Samburu. John was an amazing guide who took very good care of us and showed us so many amazing animals! We saw baby elephants playing and rarely seen animals such as leopards and a cheetah feasting on a gazelle.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Shabani is the BEST guide EVER
I had an incredible private, custom safari experience for my 40th birthday, booked through Gosheni. I went with my cousin, and we were really happy with the hotels and camps we stayed at — each one was beautiful and the service was excellent throughout.
The absolute highlight of the trip was our driver and guide, Shabani (who also goes by Simba). He completely made the experience. Not only was he fun, personable, and kind, but he was also incredibly accommodating. His positive energy was contagious, and it was clear that he was respected by other guides too. He went out of his way to make sure I saw every animal I had on my birthday wish list, and his diligence paid off — we saw so much wildlife.
Every day we found ourselves saying how grateful we were to have chosen Gosheni, and more specifically, to have been matched with Shabani. From the moment we met him, he elevated the whole experience and made it feel extra special.
The food at most camps was really good. The Four Seasons was stunning, as expected, and they added some thoughtful touches for my birthday that I really appreciated. At Ngorongoro Lodge, the spa staff went above and beyond — my cousin was even able to get a massage after hours because they genuinely wanted to make us happy.
Also, the lunches we were served during the game drives were consistently delicious. We noticed other groups had very simple boxed lunches with sandwiches and fruit, but ours were full meals. That might have been part of booking the luxury package, but either way, we appreciated the quality and attention to detail.
Overall, this was one of the most memorable trips I’ve ever taken. I can’t recommend it enough, and if you can, ask for Shabani. He made it magical.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent tour with Papa John 🦁🦏
We were incredibly lucky to have Papa John as our guide for six unforgettable days in Kenya.
He is incredibly caring and always wants the very best for you. He makes you feel comfortable and safe, both inside and outside the parks. Papa is truly caring and always goes the extra mile to make sure you experience the very best of the safari. Thanks to him, we experienced so many unforgettable moments: a lion climbing a tree, watching a pride of lions feast, spotting cheetahs multiple times, and even seeing a rhino just a few meters away.
Thanks to his perfect positioning, I was able to capture amazing photos with my camera every single time.
Papa John is relaxed, friendly, and truly a pleasure to be around. I also really appreciated his genuine interest in my photos. It shows that he has a real heart for both his passengers and for nature.
Papa John, I wish you and your family all the best. I hope you will enjoy this passion for many more years to come! Thank you for everything!
In short: if you are booking a safari, I highly recommend doing it with Papa John!
CH
Living for the job
It was Amazing. We saw all the animals we wanted to see and even more.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best possible company and guide
We had an incredible safari experience in Tanzania, thanks to our amazing guide, Godlove, from Safari Soles. He took us to some of the most stunning places, including Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and both the northern and central Serengeti. Godlove’s expertise was evident as he guided us to see rare animals, including a black rhino and two leopards, which aren’t easy to spot. He was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and respectful, always ensuring we were comfortable and well taken care of. Spending six days with him felt like being with a family member. We are so grateful for his dedication and expertise!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Trip of a Lifetime!
Without a doubt, our PENFAM safari was an experience of a lifetime! While we have traveled widely, this was our first adventure to Africa. PENFAM and the people of Kenya made the trip among the two or three best travel experiences in our lives! We traveled with close friends which made the trip especially meaningful for us. PENFAM provided a truly outstanding driver and tour guide. Our driver was extraordinarily attentive to our interests and desires. He listened to our discussions and tailored his driving and destinations to suit often unspoken wishes. He was experienced and was skilled at spotting wildlife near and far: one instant he was pointing out a roller (bird) 3m from the vehicle and the next a white rhino 200m across the savannah. We were also extremely pleased with the lodges at which Penfam had arranged for us to stay. The accommodations were absolutely outstanding but the pièce de résistance was the attentive, skilled and, above all, friendly staff.
Of course, the reason for the trip was to see wildlife and exceptional scenery. Penfam delivered and more. We traveled to several parks and preserves including Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Amboselli. We returned with literally thousands of photographs that were so amazing it was the most difficult editing job!
“A trip of a lifetime” is, if anything, an understatement!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Love his Job
The days were really good planed. We saw a lot of animals and had beautiful Hotels. Everybody was really friendly. It was an amazing experience. Thank you:)
AR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour was excellent and well organized
The tours was perfectly organized. I stayed one night in the camp. Noxy was excellent, she was on each details, she cook for me and it was delicious. I went to the Park and the vehícules were perfect, it was cold, so they provide to us blankets. The drivers always trying to make your tour an amazing Experience, and it was. I Saw every animal that you can imagine. They make you feel like a family
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A very friendly, Knowledgeable and efficient service
Constance Adventures Tours and Travel took myself an a colleague to lake Naivasha and then around Nairobi National Park. The Driver was extremely friendly, knowledgeable in all aspects of the tour. I found him to be a very safe driver particularly on the escarpment road between Naivasha and Nairobi which was a little crazy at times. The vehicle was very clean an comfortable and was excellent once in the park with the roof up. W managed to see a wide range of animals including Lions and other illusive species. The Driver has an almost magical ability to be in the right place at the right time and positioned us in the vehicle to get the best view. His time keeping was exemplary and was always there waiting for us at the prearranged times. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending the company to others and will definitely be using their 5 Star service again in the future.