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Review about Tanzania by Enrico
There's nothing better. Great photography, great people, great food.
FR
We had an amazing safari with fantastic game viewing, experienced guides, great food and camp!
My partner and I went on safari for 3 nights/4 days in October 2016 and we had an amazing time! I've been on other safaris in Tanzania and was sometimes disappointed with the quality of guides and game viewing. There was no disappointment when it came to this safari it was amazing!!! Our guide Mbonea was very experienced and knowledgable about the animals and their behaviour making it really interesting. We saw every kind of animal and lots of cats, prides of lions every day, a couple of leopard sightings, one very close and even a cheetah! Aside from that we saw lots of other animals. The tented camp was really nice and really comfortable with great food and service was excellent. All in all it was a really excellent safari run by a really professional company!
LU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A family adventure discovering the beauty of the Pearl of Africa
We went on a one week safaris with Kombitours in April 2017 and had Tom as our guide. We were 4 adults and 4 children aged between 2 and 12 years. It was a wonderful family adventure and Tom made sure that everything went smoothly so that we could relax and enjoy Uganda's amazing wildlife and breathtaking scenery. Whenever we had a special request, Tom did his utmost to make sure it was satisfied and we really appreciated that. Overall, we were very impressed by the child friendly service we got everywhere we went. We recommend this trip and our guide Tom to all families traveling with children and looking for a bit of adventure. Thank you Kombitours!
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience!
We were 4 family friends who visited Kenya in March. We got in touch with Kennedy in February, much before our visit to Kenya. He was very responsive right from the get go and gave us a very good deal :) We visited Masai Mara, Nakuru and Naivasha for a 4 days and 3 nights safari package. At one point Kennedy was so nice to accommodate a boat ride. The driver who led us to the game drive, Joseph was very experienced. He knew the exact corners and places in Masai & Nakuru where we were fortunate to witness all the BIG 5 of Kenya! We got lucky :) I'd really recommend Kennedy for anyone who is willing to explore true wilderness of Kenya :)
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and Friendly
As a rookie on safaris and having a few friends who have been touring in Namibia (a lot of suggestions), my husband's and my own expectations were really high! Needless to say it overcame every single one of them! As we arrived everything was very well prepared by Dunas Safari: technical support, road maps, gps, mobile and wifi. Our trip started with a huge delay from our flight and as a result the "welcome briefing" was postponed for the next morning so we could have a rest, and it was worth it; cause althought the planning fullfilled everything we wanted to see/do, the welcome briefing gave us a lot of plan b's, some of them we took, and ended up having a mindblowing experience - Driving through the wild, painterly and raw and stopping at friendly Namibia.
Also, Dunas Safari was always and only a phone call away which gave us Comfort and solved minor details throughout our journey; made everything very friendly and easy going.
Thank you Dunas Safari
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best safari trip, thanks to Twaha
We, a group of 6 dentistry students from Germany, got picked up by our guide Twaha at different places (Mbale & Soroti) and were brought to the Red Chili Rest Camp in Murchison Falls Nationalpark. On the way through the Nationalpark we were already overwhelmed by all the animals we saw within the first hour. Elephants, antelopes, waterbucks, Pumbaa everywhere! The Camp was the best place to stay. The bathroom facilities and the tents were clean, the food was good and the staff friendly. The next day our guide, who planed everything, picked us up early in the morning to get the first fairy over the Nile. We got a lunch box, we chose the day before and started the game drive at sunrise. We saw a whole flock of giraffes, many elephants and even several lions and one leopard. Twaha was very well connected to the other guides and got a call, when f.e. a leopard was seen and brought us there. He drove respectfully "animals first" and stopped whenever we wanted to take pictures. Another game drive in the afternoon and a boat trip on the Nile were as overwhelming as the first day. The boat trip ended with a hike to the top of Murchison Falls - that was quite exhausting because of the heat and the rise, but in the end sooo worth it!
On monday Twaha brought us back to Mbale, were we need to fetch our luggage and slept one night, and brought us to our next destination in Jinja.
As you can see, we had the best time at Murchison, perfect service and a lot of fun with Twaha! Thanks a lot!
ID
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good first taste of a safari experience
Booking reservation communication was prompt and quick. Had no expectation as to what a Kruger Safari would be like. We did the 3-day Masango Camp. It was unfortunate that the first night, we were the only guests on the camp site; could not help but feel a little left out from the other group. We also did not get to experience a braai during our stay. Masango Camp would have felt much better had it had more guests staying with us. "Nyala" room was very spacious, with a private bathroom. In the morning we could hear lions roaring. Staff was excellent. Our caretaker at Masango Camp (Mama Pauline woot woot!) was more than happy to assist us. Victor was superb! Very warm and easygoing and attentive - he had no problems laughing at himself. Our safari guide, Patrick, was very knowledgeable and patient - we got to see 4 out of the Big 5 (no rhinos!). Errisson was very pleasant and funny when giving us the bushwalk tour. Hopefully this would be more safaris in our future!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, quality safari that was the perfect family experience
There are numerous safari companies operating in the main Kruger Park and you realise the difference when you get there (quality of vehicles, size of tour group etc). I was very pleased we booked with Wildlife Safaris! We had Hoppy as a fantastic guide for our 5 day safari via the Panorama route. I believe the maximum group size is 6 but we were very lucky that it was just our family of 4 on the trip. That said, even with 6 people, the open sided safari vehicles are geared for 9 people so there is plenty of room to look in both directions. I fully recommend Wildlife Safaris
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Terrible company ran by a liar called Henry
I can confirm what was written by all clients : Northern Masailand Safaris is ran by a crook named Henry who litteraly stole our money.
In short here is our story : we booked a trip including 1 week safari and 1 week stay in Zanzibar. We agreed on a defined plan (hotels / transport / catering).
We were requested to pay 30% upfront, and the rest upon arrival. 10 days before we start, I received a message that our plans were changed, with cancellation of plane transfer from Serengeti to Zanzibar, against a road trip with a stop in Arusha.
Then I received agressive message requesting the full payment, which I refused. We did not receive any hotel vouchers at that stage.
On arrival day, the hotel that was supposed to be our 1st night was different than the one planned. The next day (a Sunday) Henry wanted to get his cash, but again, without providing any hotel voucher.
This was the begining of a 15 days battle against a liar.
At every stage, the hotel was different than the one we agreed upon, and of course, at a lower category.
When arriving in Serengeti, the driver, genuinely nice and helpful, couldn't find the accomodation, as he did not receive instruction from Henry. Eventually, after having lost 4 hours, we found our deserted place - and of course not the one agreed upon.
We then had a strong argument with the liar to make sure our nice Zanzibar hotel was booked. I had to chase myself the hotel and put pressure on Henry to book it eventually.
Back in transit in Arusha, we agreed for an overall refund of 1000USD. Henry never paid his due !
Last but not least, when leaving Zanzibar, for our transit to the airport, Henry cancelled the taxi, and we had to pay for it ....
So, in a nutshell, stay away from that company, as this will lead you into much trouble. We were definitively lucky not to have any incident. Without a doubt this liar who have dropped us in the middle of the Savannah.
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Lovely trip to Mikuni and Udzungwa
Mwajbu was wonderful to deal with. Provided great support and even organised flights to Zanzibar. The process of booking and logistics was very easy. Really enjoyed Mikuni National Park and Camp Bastian. Opted for a one hike in Udzungwa Mountains and it was just spectacular. Our driver was very helpful and the guide in Udzungwa was fantastic.