NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Green Hippo 's unforgettable life time experience
Coincidentally we came into contact with Astrid from Green Hippo, when we planned our 22 days travel to Tanzania, and this contact worked out in a unforgettable journey for our family in August. Based on our wish to not only visit the great national parks, but also to meet people, Astrid made a varied travel from Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Natron, Ngorogoro, Serengeti, Mkomazi and Pangani Beach. All the lodges were excellent, beautifully situated and small scale. The social projects at Watoto, Africa Amini Maasai lodge and Chanya School were outstanding and the cycling tour and visit to a rice and banana plantation in Mto Wa Mbu and coffee excursion and waterfall hike in Materuni very informative. The park visits were all above expectation, because our tenacious guide was not afraid to leave the beaten track to avoid traffic jams and ‘mass’ audiences to find exceptional animal encounters including the Big Five and a great variety of (predator) birds. Although Astrid supplied us with a Travel Key app with all details from our trip from the moment we landed till the last day, we were able to make last minute changes during the trip. This resulted a.o. in an unplanned Moshi Tuc Tuc town trip and a half day visit at a Masai family at their Boma. Valence was not only our driver for our whole trip, but also an outstanding, very informative guide and above all a super friendly and humoristic trip manager who made sure that we didn’t have to worry about anything. Valence was more or less part of our family.
All in all we can recommend Green Hippo to anyone who wants a tailormade Tanzania trip, off the beaten track and based on your own desires. As Green Hippo is a local company, all the revenues stay in Tanzania. Astrid and Valence, thank you for supporting us in this unforgettable life time experience.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable 4-Day Safari Adventure in Tanzania
We recently returned from an unforgettable 4-day safari through Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara, and I can confidently say it was the trip of a lifetime. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, and much of that credit goes to our incredible guide, Baraka.
From the moment we met him, Baraka’s warmth, professionalism, and passion for wildlife made us feel instantly at ease. He has an extraordinary depth of knowledge about the animals, landscapes, and culture of Tanzania. Every sighting came alive thanks to his storytelling and insights—from the smallest bird to the great herds of wildebeest.
Serengeti National Park: The vast plains were everything I dreamed of and more. We witnessed lions lounging under acacia trees, a cheetah sprinting across the savannah, and elephants gracefully moving in family herds. Baraka always seemed to know exactly where to go for the best sightings, while still respecting the animals and the environment.
Ngorongoro Crater: A breathtaking natural wonder. Descending into the crater felt like entering another world, where wildlife roams in abundance. We saw rhinos, zebras, flamingos, and countless other animals, all set against the dramatic backdrop of the crater walls.
Lake Manyara: Though smaller than the other parks, it was full of surprises. The lush greenery and birdlife were incredible, and we were lucky enough to see a female elephant and her baby.
What made this safari so special was not only the beauty of the parks but the way Baraka guided us through them. He was patient, attentive, and always eager to answer questions. His driving skills were excellent, and he made sure we were comfortable, safe, and well taken care of throughout the journey.
Every day was filled with excitement, yet also with a sense of peace and connection to nature. The accommodations, meals, and logistics were seamless, but it was Baraka’s dedication and enthusiasm that turned a great safari into an extraordinary one.
If you are planning a safari in Tanzania, I cannot recommend both the itinerary and Baraka enough. This was an adventure I will cherish forever, and I left with not only amazing photos and memories but also a deep appreciation for the wildlife and people of Tanzania.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5) – Absolutely unforgettable!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible tour guides! Once in a lifetime worthwhile experience.
My group of family friends (21 people total) travelled to Kenya for a 6-day safari with Splendid Vacations. We visited Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara Reserve.
Our guides - Alex, Masila, Malolo, and Teemo — were very knowledgeable and personable. We saw every animal we hoped to see, including plenty of lions, a leopard, cheetah, elephants, rhinos, hippos, and so much more!
Splendid Vacations was also great about accommodating dietary restrictions and we were always well fed with nutritious food.
I definitely recommend booking a tour with this group, every bumpy car ride was worth it!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very well-organized, communicative, and personable tour guides!
Communication:
We had an incredible experience on the Safari thanks to the meticulous planning by James. We had a large group of 21 people with differing requests and James worked with us every step of the way to customize our package.
Safari Experience:
Our 4 tour guides Alex, Timo, Masila, and Malolo were super personable and knowledgeable about the animals we were seeing. They were constantly communicating over radio to find the best viewing locations for our cars, and we saw all kinds of animals in multiple settings. Overall, the safari felt fulfilling, and I can confidently say that everyone in our group had a positive experience.
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful and unforgettable experience in Kenya with KET
It was a great exploration and wonderful experience in Kenya with KET . Also nice stay in Ol Tukai lodge with great mountain view there. It was so chill and relax.
Thanks to KET that arranged everything for me. Paul is very helpful and trustworthy. The communication through email is smooth and they reply very timely. You can propose what you want and they will help you to achieve.
My driver guide Obadiah is also a very good driver guide! He took me to explore Amboseli and saw many animals so closely.
Will definitely recommend KET Safaris to my friends and hope to have a chance to come again next time.
PT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Safari Guide – Highly Recommended
I had the pleasure of doing a safari in Masai Mara with Peter (Ngigi) as my guide, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, Peter’s warm personality and good humor made every moment enjoyable. He was always in a great mood, creating a positive atmosphere throughout the trip.
What impressed me the most was his deep knowledge of the animals and the ecosystem of Masai Mara. Peter was able to spot wildlife that we would never have seen on our own, and he always shared fascinating information about their behavior, habits, and the park itself. Thanks to him, we had unforgettable sightings and learned so much along the way.
Peter is not only a professional guide but also someone who truly cares about making the safari special. His passion for nature and wildlife is contagious, and it turned our trip into an unforgettable adventure.
I highly recommend Peter/Ngigi as a safari guide — he is outstanding!
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly experienced and encouraged operators, top organized and everytime available
We booked the 6 days safari (tsavo east, west & amboseli. We had a great tour guide (achmed) which cared about everything and guided use through the whole safari. He spotted numerous animals and was always tried to get the best spot to see the animals. Overall a great experience and top organized safari tour. Would do it again!
LT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional and Passionate Team
The Bencia team was professional, passionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. They made our safari experience seamless and unforgettable. Highly recommended!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jocky Tours provides an excellent service!
Amazing experience and the best driver ever!
Isaac was extremely knowledgeable and allowed us to admire the animals from very close.
Jocky Tours is also very attentive and pays attention to your trip scheduling.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Just Waou !
We planed our trip to Kenya in March. The communication was fluid, very responsive. Johann Mwale, the sales team leader answered all the questions i could have. Just perfect.
Our guide, Zachary Omondi was amazing. From early in the morning to very late in the afternoon (most of the time, at night !!), he was fully involved, dedicated to our goal...Watch a maximum of animals and enjoying the incredible landscape. He totally deserved his nickname "Zachary MAGIC EYES"...after only 5 days, we feel like he was part of the family :-)
It was a real tear to get back to the airport.
Recommended 1000%