US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
You need a GOAT to see the best of Africa.
Me and my wife recently had the most incredible East African adventure with Imara Africa Safaris, traveling across Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda— and I can honestly say it was the trip of a lifetime!
First thing first, from the moment we contacted them, Lewis and Wendy, were incredibly responsive (very important if you are trying to plan your trip from another continent in a different time zone), warm, and professional. They designed a customized itinerary that perfectly captured the best of East Africa. In Uganda and Tanzania our tour was through their partnered tour operators, and it was seamless. Every transition across borders was smooth and well-coordinated, which really speaks to their deep experience and strong network across the region. The package they provided was very reasonable for everything and most importantly, they provided the detailed breakdown of every expense in the package. We started very early in the morning on Day 1, so Lewis included Hell’s gate national park for us complimentary in our itinerary.
The Imara team took care of every little detail — comfortable accommodations, excellent meals, reliable transport, and knowledgeable guides who made every game drive come alive. Martin (Car No: KDP604P) our guide in Kenya was great, who’s goal was not just to quickly spot the Big 5’s but create a great experience as a whole. We spotted the four of the Big 5’s within first hour of starting in Masai Mara and the 5th one (Leopard) a few hours down the line. Solid communication and excellent knowledge of routes in the jungle.
What really stood out to me was how personalized and genuine the service felt. Lewis and Wendy checked in regularly during the trip to make sure everything was going smoothly, and the entire team went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and happy at every stage. From welcome to send off, everything was just great.
Imara Africa Safaris is more than just a tour operator — they’re true ambassadors of African hospitality and adventure. If you’re looking for a seamless, authentic, and absolutely unforgettable East African safari, look no further than Imara Africa Safaris. We cannot recommend them highly enough, and we can’t wait to travel with them again in the future!
Thank you, Lewis, Wendy, and the entire Imara team, for making this vacation so special. 🌍🦁🐘🌄
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful Adventure in Uganda
I recently went on a 3-day Queen Elizabeth Safari in Western Uganda with Valverde Safaris.
I can only describe it as an incredible experience. My guide, a gentleman by the name of Martin, was an excellent individual who went above and beyond to ensure my experience was memorable in every aspect of the tour. The safari was customised to fit both my budget and the activities I wanted to undertake. There were no additional surprised cost-wise.
Uganda is a developing nation and that brings with some challenges. But this tour operator was well-organised and knew his product.
Martin has a sound knowledge of the National Park and the diverse wildlife that resides in it. We successfully got close to the lions, the elephants and other games that makes this part of Africa magical. Indeed, I can see why Winston Churchill referred to this place as the Pearl of Africa.
Martin is also an excellent safe driver; a skill that must be appreciated for Ugandan roads. There was always chilled water available in the car at all times and the fresh fruits that grow abundantly in Uganda. Giant pineapple are-a-must but not too sure about the jack-fruit.
A descent camera is essential to take good pictures of the wildlife. Martin has a DSLR camera that allow him to capture stunning wildlife photos which I could never achieve for the love of my mobile phone’s camera.
A great thank to Valverde Safaris and for a tour of the Queen Elizabeth National Park
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good communication, reliable, very nice and definitively worth it to book with this operator
Communication and coordination with Nestor before booking the tour was very easy, no pressure, we had a good feeling, which is important becauae you don't know each other in this phaae. He answered all questions which were important to us prior our booking clearly so that we decided to book with his company. He was picking us in our hotel and we had a safe ride and nice and interesting talks during the ride to the National Park area. The Safari tours we did with his colleagues, mostly with Nickson who was a really nice friendly and funny tour guide with a lot of knowledge and initiative to explain a lot. We appreciate very much his high effort to find elephants for us in the game drive. We had a lot of fun and are so grateful for Nestor, Nickson and all other colleagues involved for giving us an unforgettable Safari experience which was much better than expected.
Also a lot of thanks for the staff at the lodge. The both girls were so kind and friendly, were preparing delicious breakfast, dinner and lunch and made our stay very comfortable. The lodges itself were clean, beds comfortable and very nice atmosphere.
We would definitely recommend with this operator, you will not regret it.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible once and a lifetime experience!
I did the one day safari to Tarangire National park, Assad was such an amazing guide he was super friendly and knowledgeable on the animals. We saw plenty of elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests and even a lion and leopard! it was definitely worth every penny spent! We had delicious lunch with an incredible view of the river with and soo many animals around. The vehicle was spacious with plenty of windows and an open roof so you could get the best views possible. I did this tour as a solo female traveller and felt very safe and made a few friends on the journey. We spent the perfect amount of time in the park and i saw everything i was hoping to see. Overall this experience was amazing and Swahili Safari Escape was a great company to go with, especially for the price. I wouldn’t have changed anything about this tour.
JP
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Exceptional safari experience with great value!
I contacted the company just a few days before my trip, but they were incredibly helpful and quick to respond. I reached out to several tour operators, but this company offered the most reasonable price without compromising on service quality. Everything—from the accommodation to the vehicle arrangements—was handled smoothly. My guide, Antony, made the trip truly memorable with his friendly conversations and by finding the best photo spots. I only wish I had more days, but even in just two days, I was able to fully enjoy the park!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolute attention to detail. Very professional
Always in contact from day 1. Very professional. Checked in on requirements and offered valuable advise. Guides and porters were ever willing to serve. Expectations were met. Highly recommend.
IM
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful and very helpful.
21 Africa was absolutely fantastic. We’re so glad we chose this company for our Kilimanjaro climb. From start to finish, everything was well organised and handled with such professionalism and warmth. The team that guided us up the mountain was incredible and truly went out of their way for us every single day. Their encouragement, smiles, and constant support made all the difference.
The food was excellent, fresh, and far better than we expected on a mountain. The crew took great care of each one of us, always checking that we were comfortable, safe, and in good spirits. Their dedication, teamwork, and kindness made the experience unforgettable.
We have no complaints, only praise and gratitude. A huge thank you to everyone at 21 Africa for the warm hospitality, attention to detail, and genuine care that made this journey one we’ll never forget. We couldn’t have asked for a better team.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Accommodating, thorough, and knowledgeable.
Every detail of our safari was planned exceptionally. Amazing guides and accommodations with exceptional food and seamless transitions from one area/experience to the next.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable staff and reliable service
The tour was great and we always felt in good hands with our great guide (Glenn) who was enthusiastic and always trying to get us to see all the animals possible!
The path we followed, allowed us to enjoy not only the parks but also the diverse landscapes that Kenya can offer!
CO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Complete experience
The safari was very complete. The information given every day was very clear and guide/driver was very professional