NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wisdom
Lovely tour and guide 💫. We saw beautiful animals and had a wonderful day.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly
It was a great tour, Wisdom was super friendly and knoledgable. Did his best to show us as much as possible.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wisdom was a very nice tour guide!
It was a great experience! Love the views and the animals.
MX
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing tour in Okavango Delta
We took the mokoro day tour, we really enjoyed it, the guide in the Mokoro was extremely helpful and have good vibes , he explained us a lot, we walk like 3 hours + the Mokoro. Just the driving that picked us up was kind of rushy at the begging. The only things that could be better were the sandwiches , had a lot of dressing. We recommend this tour day in Okavango.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wisdom was a great tour operator.
Great value for money. Wonderful drive, great views.
US
Our tour guide was vibrant and knowledgeable
Had a great experience with our tour guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable and funny. I would recommend Tinyiko!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
The safari was absolutely fantastic! Everything was organized extremely well.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Highly recommended
What a great experience! This review relates to a trip we have just completed as a family- mum and dad (me) with son (19) and daughter (17). I’ve travelled in Africa a fair bit over the years in different countries including Kenya but first time in Africa for the “kids”.
We were picked up promptly from our airport hotel in Nairobi by John (driver) and Kevin (a trainee with the company) and set off for two days in Masai Mara. From the start we were in good hands. John has been doing this for many years and clearly knows the job, the reserve and the people inside out. Even driving through unassuming parts of Nairobi he was pointing out things of interest from where the President got married to where his own Mum lives! But there was still plenty of opportunity to sit back and watch Kenya trundle past the window; I never felt “talked at”.
We stopped a couple of times en route for a restroom and a coffee, with the obligatory soft sell of local crafts which was friendly and fun, even when we chose not to buy. The last hour or so was on unmade tracks (a free “African Massage” according to John!). We were in a minibus rather than a Land Cruiser which most people seemed to use, but I don’t feel we were at any disadvantage in doing so, and John clearly knew what he was doing behind the wheel.
The trip to Zebra Plains lodge took about 6 hours total but passed pretty quickly.
On arrival we were met with broad smiles, a cool damp towel (lovely) and a welcome drink, before sitting down to be served a late lunch by the ever-accommodating Victor. Elias was the man in charge and he looked after us all brilliantly.
Once we had caught our breath we set off for a game drive. ZP is about 25 mins outside the Talek gate by road, though it is situated right on the edge of the Mara- the Talek river separates it from the reserve hence the drive. The other side of the river about 100 yards from my glass of beer in the evening we saw giraffes, hippos and a jackal. There is a subtle electric fence between the lodge and the river though so no danger of getting eaten ourselves.
The evening game drive gave us a pride of 8 lions around the carcass of a Cape buffalo they had brought down, and various herbivores from impala to topi.
You have to be out of the park by 6.30 unless staying inside the boundary but it was getting dark at that point. So home for a delicious dinner and bed in a sumptuous tented home on stilts. Barely a mosquito to be seem and good mosquito nets.
Up early the next day (5.45) to get into the reserve ax the sun rose. Good breakfast and coffee helped fortify. I would have taken a few snacks along as it was a while until lunch, but mainly to feed the teenagers. So now lots more lions, a leopard literally 400m across the border in Tanzania (asleep in a tree but clearly visible), a herd of a dozen or so elephant walked straight past us, lots of zebra, giraffe, Cape buffalo, numerous birds and lots of other creatures I have failed to mention. We did not see rhino or cheetah on this trip but only just missed the latter.
Lunch was provided with table and chairs in the middle of nowhere with distant views and good food.
On return to the lodge about 4.30 we had plenty of time to wander about and look at the hippos in the river before showering and sitting out for a drink. In case you were wondering, you can get both an Aperol Spritz and a Moscow Mule in Zebra Plains. Or a beer (Tusker).
Good food once again and a chat with John about the next day; we were flying on to Zanzibar but our flight with Precision Air (don’t) was delayed a few hours; John arranged a trip back to Nairobi via Lake Naivasha and a boat trip and walking tour ($200 for us four) which I would highly recommend. Then picked up a packed dinner on the way to the airport- very tasty.
I have already mentioned John who I can’t praise highly enough- great guide, great driver, knows everyone and seems to have a sixth sense of where to find animals.
It would be remiss of me not to mention Kevin; although a trainee with limited experience in the reserve, he was a media wizard and filmed almost constantly. He is unfailingly enthusiastic and engaging, doing TikTok dances with my daughter and providing all round good companionship. He had since sent some great videos and pictures as a record of the trip and I am assured that we have been tagged on his Insta, though I don’t fully understand what that means.
In terms of tips, I don’t have many; probably worth having a few snack bars knocking around for teenagers, plenty of bottled water was provided, take some hand gel, and wear your seat belt- we came across a fairly significant road accident on the road back to Nairobi.
In summary: great trip, great company, great people, great wildlife and great memories. Would do it again tomorrow.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent!
Petrus was an awesome guide! He was very knowledgeable and excited throughout the tour. We got to see three of the big four—lions, rhinos, and elephants—as well as other animals like zebras, giraffes, and many kudu. I highly recommend!
We couldn't expect something better!
An unforgettable experience with Ultimate Africa Journey, and we couldn’t be more grateful!
From the very beginning, Nelson proved to be reliable, responsive, and highly professional. Even when we faced an unexpected setback during the trip, he stepped in immediately and helped us resolve it quickly and fairly. His support, both practical and human, made a real difference.
A special thanks goes to Jackson, our Maasai guide. A passionate expert on the Serengeti, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro, he guided us for several days with patience and deep knowledge, often taking us far from the more crowded routes.
His understanding of the land and its wildlife, along with his respect for nature and his ability to explain things in a clear and engaging way, made every day truly memorable.
What left a lasting impression was the cultural insight he offered. Jackson gave us a rare and authentic window into Maasai life, sharing personal stories and explaining his traditions in detail. It was enriching, inspiring, and something we would never have accessed otherwise.
And of course, we’ll never forget the laughter, the lunches in the parks, and the silence of those moments in the vastness of the Serengeti. Thanks to him we saw all the Big five, included three Rhinos!!!
All the lodges we stayed in were outstanding. Warm hospitality, excellent food, spotless cleanliness. We would have happily stayed longer.
If you can, we highly recommend adding an extra day or two to your safari. Even while staying inside the parks, each day brings something different. You won’t get bored, nature keeps surprising you.
Finally, thank you to Francisco, who took us around Arusha after the safari with kindness and curiosity, showing us both the city’s hidden corners and its most scenic views.
This was a journey we will carry in our hearts.
Highly recommended!