IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
good service despite some problems
overall a good agency that was able to deal well with some problems such as the cancellation of a flight and the need to reorganize some stages of the tour. they were flexible in the choice and offered us the possibility of upgrading some hotels at the last minute. very good at managing the naturalistic part, less so when it came to making us visit the capital and surrounding areas, they need to structure the part regarding Tana better too, paying attention to the opening and closing times of the attraction (We happened to arrive in front of the monuments and find them closed, or to arrive on site and not have a guide). we had chosen to do a long drive which turned out to be even longer than expected as the organizer was not well informed about the state of the roads after the monsoons. overall I would recommend this agency, Harilala was very helpful and always reachable on whatsapp, he answered all our questions and also showed us his house before going to the airport.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Magnificent experience
We were changing plans all the time but these guys are so flexible, everything was fine for them. We had such a great time, fantastic driver/guide and wonderful places to stay. They went out if their way to make us happy. 10 out of 10, highly recommended!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great to deal with and very helpful
The tour operator was very helpful in communicating expectations of what we were about to experience on the trip and made all the lodging and other arrangements in a very professional manner. I would definitely recommend Ruru to anyone thinking about making such a trip.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Without a doubt, we will be booking with Spirit of Kenya again!
After evaluating proposals from around half a dozens of safari operators, we selected Spirit of Kenya for the final leg of our honeymoon. Rather than reiterate the firm’s many strengths, let us outline below the lessons we will apply on our next visit—each drawn from the exemplary service of two individuals: Victor (planner) and Dominic (guide).
1. Begin by consulting Victor: Sketch the preferred destinations and time budget, then let Victor refine the itinerary. Out plan clearly surpassed the alternatives we received, the main reason we have chosen Spirit of Kenya.
2. Limit the itinerary to a manageable scope: On our trip we visited three parks in six days. Following Victor’s counsel, we will resist the temptation to over-schedule; fewer stops yield more wildlife hours and lower transit fatigue.
3. Request Dominic as guide: Dominic’s crazy knowledge of species, uncanny spotting ability (he located a lion pride while driving which we failed to see even through binoculars), and respect for animal welfare made him an ideal companion. We will not have another Safari in Kenya without him!
4. Trust Dominic’s in-field adjustments: Twice he proposed minor timing changes that gave us an extra one-to-two hours inside the reserves—one of which produced the lion sighting mentioned above. We cannot stress enough my trust in his abilities.
In short, our experience with Spirit of Kenya—and particularly with Victor and Dominic—was outstanding. We look forward to engaging the same team on our next safari.
Thank you for six truly extraordinary days,
Ayca and Johannes
US
Experience level: first safari
Thiam Travels is the perfect guide for multi-generational families!
Thiam Travels was an exceptional tour operator and crafted an unforgettable South African journey for a group of 11 people ages 11-81! We hit all of the highlights, Capetown area for several days, winelands, intrastate flights to/from the Garden Route, and a malaria-free luxury safari.
Thiam was also very meticulous and able to easily change itineraries when needed because of the weather, (including the tablecloth on Table Mountain) or when we expressed interest to visit a garden.
I would highly recommend Thiam Travels for an expertly crafted experience in South Africa to accommodate any age group.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing tour operators
The tour was outstanding. Nothing was to hard and the eye for all details was excellent
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional Experience with a Luxury Twist
We couldn’t wish for a better safari experience - High Neck were very reliable, flexible and accommodating.
Even though we came during the low season, our amazing guide Edward was able to show us all the animals we wanted to see and really went extra mile to show us around.
The definite highlight of the trip was also the choice of accommodations that High Neck did for us - we got a chance to stay in incredible lodges in all the parks and even in the famous Four Seasons Serengeti.
Another important thing to mark is the absence of touristic traps - we were not taken to any fake souvenir shops, irrelevant museums or staged shows. Our main goal was to focus on spotting animals and our guide did everything to maximize our time in the parks.
Overall, just an amazing experience - from the most comfortable car (even in comparison to fellow safari travelers in the park) to local insight from the guide and, of course, seeing all the Big 5!
Thank you!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Safari Experience
We saw all the animals, including leopard and rhinos, that are very hard to spot. Our guide was fantastic — knowledgeable and passionate, no matter how much driving there was or complex the route our guide made sure we saw every animal! — and the lodges were comfortable and beautifully located. Every day was a new adventure, with stunning landscapes and incredible wildlife. I highly recommend this agency and our guide Edward, if you want want to be guided by people that really care and who want to give you the absolute best experience. You can really see they care! Can't thank them enough. Hope to be back soon
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, reliable and good value.
The trip was outstanding! Our guide Eli was excellent, he was friendly, knowledgeable and spoke very good English. The trip covered 3 national parks and was a mix of camping and lodges, we had 3 great meals a day including hot lunch and dinner prepared by the chef. The tour was run exceptionally well, it was well organised and communication was excellent. We saw many amazing views of animals including over 30 lions in total, some cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and many more. I would highly recommend Cubs and Eli to anyone, the price is very competitive and if you don't fancy the camping you can ask for a more premium accommodation.
