DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible service, superb Safari
We researched where we wanted to go and what we wanted to try and see, then started looking at operators who offered what we wanted in our budget. This trip was a dream 40 years in the making, and we felt good about the contact, responsiveness and personalisation offered by Laxa Trails Safari.
The staff accommodated our desired itinerary, and our dietary requirements were met. When we arrived in Nairobi Dennis and Ben picked us up from our hotel and we had the best welcome. Dennis went over the admin with us then we set off for our 4 day adventure with Ben. Honestly, we can't recommend these guys enough. Ben was kind, interesting, fun and knowledgeable and really cares about the animals. He is a skilled driver and shared so much with us on our time on the road and in the parks, not only about the wildlife, but we had great conversations about life in general.
The tours were incredible. We saw all the animals we had hoped to see and so much more.
The accommodation options were comfortable, clean and lovely. We had an incredible experience and will definitely be booking with them again next time. 100% recommend.
We did 4 day private tour of Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara. Outstanding.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unbelievable! Ndutu may be the best kept secret in Tanzania.
Truly remarkable!! Ndutu Green Explorers may be the best kept secret in Tanzania. We booked a 6 day safari for our honeymoon and our guide Gilbert ensured it was a trip of a lifetime.
We spent countless hours researching tour companies. Let me save you some time - Book Ndutu and ask for Gilbert. They are a smaller, locally owned and operated company that goes the extra mile to make sure you see as much as possible and are taken care of, which isn’t the case with some of the bigger companies. (I booked with a top rated tour company the previous time I visited the Serengeti) We also got quotes from some of the bigger top rated companies and they were 25%-50% more expensive for the same itinerary and accommodations not as nice. The communication with Tom planning our safari was great. He was extremely responsive and patient with us, making multiple itineraries and quotes until we found the perfect one. I HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend Ndutu!!
Highlights from our safari:
Tangerie ->Ngorongo-> Central Serengeti -> Northern Serengeti -> Central Serengeti.
- Big 5 ✅
- black rhino
- 27 lions
- 4 leopards
- 6 cheetahs
- Great migration crossing the Mara River
- hundreds of elephants
- hundreds of water buffalo
- hundreds of giraffes
With the exception of the rhino, we were within a foot of all these animals courtesy of our guide Gilbert who has over 10 years of experience guiding in the Serengeti.
Absolutely incredible experience!!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly experienced operator who made the big 5 possible and trip unforgettable
We had an unforgettable 5 day experience for our honeymoon - the whole trip was effortless - Ozon took care of everything from the moment we landed until we departed. Our tour guide was Albert who was incredible and we were incredibly lucky to have him as he was able to make sure we got to see the big 5 - he had been doing it for 8/9 years and lived in the serengeti for a year.
I can’t stress enough for those looking to do a safari that seeing the big 5 is not guaranteed and the difference between seeing all of them or not is an experienced tour guide. Most of the other groups we had run into at the camps and ballooning had only seen up to 3. So if you do get the opportunity and you are booking through Ozon, request Albert
For the tour, the accomodation was very nice, it was like a luxury glamping with tent hotels with your own shower and bathroom. The food was good, mainly buffet breakfasts and dinners at your accomodation and then the kitchen will pack your lunch for you everyday. The Jeeps have powered eskys for water and softdrink throughout the day aswell.
The overall value for money was quite good - it is all inclusive and really the biggest expense was the actual Balloon ride, which is Ozon will organise for you but is done through an external company in the Serengeti.
US
35-50 years of age
knowledgeable
We had an incredible experience on our Johannesburg tour. Our guide, Carson, was absolutely outstanding, extremely knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. He brought the city and its history to life in such a meaningful way.
The highlights of the tour were the Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela’s house. The museum gave us a deep and comprehensive understanding of the history of apartheid, while Carson skillfully highlighted the key events and their significance. Along the way, he pointed out many notable buildings and areas, giving us valuable insight into the local culture and everyday life in Johannesburg.
We also enjoyed a delicious traditional lunch, which added a special touch to the day.
I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Johannesburg. If you have the chance, request Carson. He made the experience truly unforgettable.
HK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great way to experience Johannesburg
We landed in Johannesburg on an early flight and wanted to see the city on a day tour before we head out to the safari ok the next day. Thomas from MoAfrika picked us up from the airport and off we went starting our private day tour. He showed us the Constitution Hill, old downtown, Apartheid Museum, giving us facts of South Africa to help bring history alive. We then had lunch at Soweto before heading to the Hector Pieterson Museum, and Nelson Mandela House. Stopping at the Soweto Towers for a mandatory photo shoot and finally a brief stroll into the informal settlement giving us an up close encounter with how the locals live. It was a packed and enriching itinerary to see Johannesburg in one day.
IL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Umbani the guide created a unique and extraordinary experience for us
Ombeny is an experienced guide, excellent explanatoims, and knew how to show us all the important and interesting things on safari. Created a unique and extraordinary experience for us.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
excellent service
he was very accommodating for all our needs and made us feel a lot at ease
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kilipath did not collect the whole safari group so we were moved to Suricata - it was well organised
Client service of Lydia was very caring. She organised everything with Suricata as well as airport transfer. The itinerary has slightly changed but it covered all the programme. Lodges and camping were very good. We got an offer of a good price quality ratio.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Full Package tour operator well organised safri few issues regarding entrance to safri but no fault
If been brilliant safri and we had no issue regarding pick up from Airport we could have done with better camp in one place but staff was very friendly