IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The big 5 in the Serengeti!
We had an amazing experience with Tanzania Pilgrimage Safaris. Our guides Benjamin Joel were experienced, helpful and went out of their way to make our safari amazing. Benjamin ensured we got to see the big 5 and we were thrilled! Joel was very attentive and answered any questions we had. Accomodation and food was excellent throughout! Thanks for an adventure of a lifetime!
CN
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
It's a very good company. I'm very satisfied with everything from the guide to the condition of the car.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience with Michael!
I cannot speak on behalf of the logistical aspects of Gosheni, but I can speak on the tour and our incredible guide, Michael! Michael was professional, kind, funny, patient, and knowledgeable. He was flexible and catered the experience to what we were hoping for. Michael always had a smile on his face and never complained, even when we were late (everyday). We were lucky enough to see the big 5 thanks to Michael knowing the parks so well. We will miss Michael and are so grateful to have had him as our guide! I definitely recommend Gosheni for your safari.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our tour operator was extremely helpful and kind.
The communication service was extremely smooth. My family felt very comfortable the whole trip because of our friendly tour guide. I highly recommend using Gosheni and specifically the tour guide, Michael, who accommodated to every request we had. We were able to see the Big 5 and have a wonderful time on the drives. Michael knew everything we asked about the animals and plants! Overall, we had an unforgettable experience.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredibly knowledgeable, considerate, and fun.
Had an absolutely incredible time with Gosheni. The tour was great, and we were able to see all of the big five. Our tour guide Michael was excellent and always worked hard to show us something new. Our itinerary was 10 days, and each lodge had impressive service, food, and views. I would highly reccomend Gosheni and Michael to anyone who is looking for a quality safari!
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great 4-day safari to Masai Mara & Naivasha
We had four amazing days. Well balanced schedule, combining game drive, boat trip and walking amongst animals. Accommodation was great, SOPA lounges both in Masai Mara & Naivasha. in Naivasha there were zebras & giraffs knocking on the hotel room windows. Food buffé was way above expectations (given we were in the middle of the Savannah), with plenty of options.
Service was 5/5 across, both in terms of hotel personell, drivers (Simon) and splendid vacation customer service.
Special shoutout to our guide / game driver Willy who really did his best to maximize our experience. Including had us focusing on the rare animals. It’s easy to get excited about the first zebra, wanting to stay and take 100 photos, but Willy convinced us to chase the cheetahs, lions & leopards instead as we would see plenty of the ”common animals” later during our trip - which we did. Willy also ”felt the room”, provided plenty of interesting facts, but also kept quite at times when we just wanted to feel the moment. We can really recommend Willy.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive,reliable and flexible to my needs
I had a wonderful experience from start to finish being picked up at my hotel in Kigali then driven to the park by Peter where we met our guide Eric. It was my first ever safari and was a fabulous experience. Eric accommodated my birding and we stopped frequently so I could take photographs from the jeep. The boat trip was fantastic too seeing huge crocodiles, more hippos, elephants and 100s of roosting birds. Ruzizi tented lodge was incredible as was watching the moon rise over the lake and the micro bats. Thoroughly recommend.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Truly a leisure escape! Safari 2025
This was our first safari and it truly exceeded our expectations! We did a private luxury safari and the accommodations provided were absolutely spectacular.
We directly communicated with Esther via emails and she was very prompt and professional. She provided us with a detailed itinerary which highlighted our route, lodges with photos and a daily itinerary so we could clearly see what we would be doing.
Duncan was our tour guide for the week and we really could not fault him, he was absolutely excellent! He has 20+ years of safari experience and you could really tell by the way he got us to the perfect spots at the right times to see the animals! He gave us so much insight not only to the animals but also into Kenya. He managed the bumpy roads really well, felt very safe with him and he was extremely professional and very patient. If we wanted to see a particular animal he was on the hunt for them. His vision and hazard perception is amazing, wish I could see as far as he can! He truly is an asset to the company!
We stayed at the following lodges:
Tulia in Amboseli where we had a beautiful backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro from our room
Sawela lodge in Lake Naivasha where the food variety was incredible and beautiful grounds.
Sara Lion hill game lodge at Lake Nakuru which is inside the national park so you get to see all the animals whilst driving.
Neptune at Masai Mara which was my absolute favourite! They provided us a personal chef, a butler who brought us a hot drink in the morning to wake us up and also the room and lodge had a hippos in your eyeline, it was truly an incredible experience. You can see bush babies here at the lodge also and a beautiful sunrise to wake up to! Our butler Moses was incredible, he gave us hot water bottles before bed and blankets to keep us warm through the night.
All the lodges we stayed at provided outstanding food and clean amenities. The staff were very helpful and everyone made sure our stay met our needs.
We also did the additional activities of the Masai Mara village visit where we were welcomed by the chiefs son and shown cultural dances and given an insight to their daily lives. We also did the hippo boat safari at Lake Navaisha where we got close up to the hippos and saw some beautiful birds. We also did a walking safari there which truly was an experience!
Also our jeep was very safe and secure which I think is really important considering you are amongst wild animals! But it provided us with excellent views and we weren’t restricted.
I honestly would thoroughly recommend Leisure escapes, it really was worth every penny! Only wish we booked longer!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari with Julius – The Best Guide We Could Have Asked For
We had the absolute privilege of spending 5 days on safari in Kenya with Julius as our guide, and it was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From the very first moment, Julius made us feel welcome and at ease. His kindness, patience, and deep knowledge of the land and wildlife made every day extraordinary.
We saw more animals than we ever dreamed of; Lions, Elephants, Giraffes, Zebras, and so much more — all in their natural habitat. It was emotional and awe-inspiring, and Julius gave us the space and insight to fully appreciate each moment. He knew exactly where to go and always made sure we were safe, comfortable, and enjoying ourselves.
What stood out most was Julius’s genuine care. He wasn’t just a guide he was a gracious host, a storyteller, and a friend by the end of the journey. His passion for wildlife and respect for nature were infectious, and his connection with the local communities made us feel welcomed everywhere we went.
The hospitality we received from Julius and the people we met along the way was beyond anything we expected. We left with full hearts, beautiful memories, and a deep appreciation for Kenya’s wildlife and culture.
Thank you, Julius, for giving us such a meaningful and moving experience. We couldn’t recommend you more highly.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very attentive and helpful
Everything worked exactly like planned. We didn’t have to take care of anything except being at the spot at the right time which was not difficult due to clear instructions. Our guide was wonderful. We really enjoyed the full schedule. If you want down time I would suggest to add a day with no game drives cause the schedule is packed! Which, once again, we really enjoyed!