US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An exceptional guide, combining local Maasai knowledge with great passion for animals
We had an incredible safari with Salina Wild Adventures. Simon was our guide and he couldn’t have been better. He was friendly, a local Maasai, and very knowledgeable about the animals and the park. He knew the Masai Mara like the back of his hand and had friends among other guides who helped us spot four of the Big Five.
The trip itself was seamless. We were picked up at our hotel in Nairobi, drove out to the park, and then flew back at the end which I would recommend. Driving was safe and well handled.
We stayed at Neptune Safari Lodge and it was a perfect spot after long days in the park. The staff there were absolutely incredible and made the stay even more special, a highlight was the Hippos living in the river right in front of the lodge.
Overall, this was a once in a lifetime experience and I highly recommend Salina Wild Adventures and Simon to anyone looking to do a safari.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing experience in Ethiopia!
We had an amazing trip into the Bale Mountains, here are some excellent things to know!
1. We were very well taken care of every step of the way. Drivers, guides, horses, everything was taken care of.
2. It is very hard to get money in Ethiopia. Ideally bring money in Euros so you can pay in person. Otherwise leave time to go to the banks to withdrawl money using a credit card. This actually worked in our favor and we ended up getting a "bonus" from the bank and getting a bunch of money back.
3. Bring your own gear for rain and cold. While he did have some to lend, I was too big to use most of it. Thankfully we had the most amazing weather.
4. Bring some cash with you on the hike if you want to tip those who are helping you. We had 4 people helping from the guide, to the cook, to two horsemen.
5. The hiking is amazing! Also, its probably longer than you might be thinking. We did 10km day 1, 20km day 2, 20km, day 3, and then a short few back to the car on the last day.
6. Let them know ahead of time about your dietary conditions. This really helps them cook for you. Since we were the only ones it was easy to want to cook for our needs.
7. It is definitely worth it!
Thanks to our amazing hosts from Essence Ethiopia Tours to guide Ayuba.
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Safari with Serengeti Wakanda Tours.
Our trip with Serengeti Wakanda Tours was nothing short of amazing. From the comfortable camp sites / lodges to the thrilling game drives, everything was perfectly organized. Our guide Jimmy and Freddy were both fun and incredibly knowledgeable. They made every moment exciting and educational.
A special thank you to Aishwarya, our coordinator, who made sure everything ran smoothly.
We were celebrating a friend’s wedding, and this trip meant a lot to us. Serengeti Wakanda went above and beyond to make it truly unforgettable. Highly recommend them for anyone looking for a top-notch safari experience.
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect
Gustaf is the best guide I’ve ever met! He is very patient in introducing all the animals along the trip. And he even spotted the leopard with his naked eyes! We all saw the big fives here
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional
We just concluded an amazing trip around Kenya, all thanks to Edna’s excellent planning. Every hotel choice was perfect, comfortable, and well-located. Our driver and guide, Joseph, was exceptional—professional, knowledgeable, and friendly throughout the entire journey. The whole family thoroughly enjoyed the experience and we are already planning our next visit to Kenya. Edna’s professionalism and attention to detail made the trip seamless and stress-free. Highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a memorable Kenya adventure!
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding
🌟 Unforgettable Safari Experience with Meektrails Safari! 🌟
From the moment our adventure began, Meektrails Safari delivered an awesome experience. Every detail was handled by Valentine with professionalism, and genuine warmth. The service was impeccable, giving us many forever memories.
A huge thank you to our phenomenal guides, Gideon, Dao, and Anthony, the best in the business! Their knowledge of the land, wildlife, and culture, combined with their enthusiasm and kindness, educated us, and made every moment feel magical.
We were fortunate to witness many amazing sights from serene landscapes to thrilling wildlife experiences. Each day brought a new wonder!
Thank you, Meektrails Safari, for exceeded all of our expectations. You exceed the gold standard for safari excellence. We’ll forever have beautiful memories of our safari!
🦁🌍🐘 With heartfelt appreciation,
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
yahaya ibrahim he was a great guide. realy respektfull to everthink in the park and us
yahaya ibrahim was so friendly. he showes us everthink and taket us the hole day from early in the morning until late in the afternoon to all the parks. he tild us everthink about the area and the animals. we had a really great time because of him. thanks a lot ibrahim
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An incredible safari experience-highly recommend!!
Laurence, our driver and guide, was incredible! He greeted us warmly everyday and provided us a run down of the plan. He is very experienced in navigation and handled the many MANY windy and bumpy roads with caution and care. It's clear he has built up a great network with other drivers by the friendly way he interacts with them at lunch spots. Laurence is very organised and timely, letting us know how the permits for each location worked, when we should enter areas to get the most out of the time we had, where and when we should stop for lunch. Laurence is very knowledgeable about the animals in the different locations and why we may or may not see certain ones, he is happy to answer all of our questions and even has books on birdlife available for us to read. He also has INCREDIBLE eyesight and is able to spot animals likes cheetahs and rhinoceros, without binoculars, several kilometres away.
Laurence provided a fantastic and memorable experience that will stay with us forever.
Asante sana Laurence
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari with excellent communication and fantastic guide
Ton and his team arranged a personalised safari to include all the destinations we wanted to visit, communication was excellent throughout. Our guide Mahmud made the trip - so knowledgeable and a really lovely guy
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
tour operator is super flexibel and our tour was magical
We had a wonderful safari that we would recommend to anyone. A special thanks goes to our guide Badru, who put in a lot of effort and shared countless exciting insights with us.
Already before the trip, we were able to adjust and choose the accommodations according to our preferences, which made the planning very smooth. During the tour, we made a few adjustments as well – Netherken was extremely flexible, supportive, and reorganized everything seamlessly.
We traveled as a private group of three, accompanied by our guide who was also our driver. With the 4x4 Jeep with a pop-up roof, we were perfectly equipped to experience the wildlife of Tsavo East and Tsavo West up close. This combination of professional organization, individual flexibility, and unforgettable experiences made our safari truly special.