Review about South Africa by L W
Did not visit the Kruger itself but am to understand that it does get very touristy. If you can afford it, definitely try to go for one of the private game reserves with unfenced borders (joining the Kruger) and intimate safari lodges.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Kenya by Gayle Edwards
I would definitely rate Kenya as a top Safari destination as the Mara has so much to offer such as an abundance of wildlife and the ability to get up close, picturesque landscapes, excellent accommodation options, fantastic food and guides who hold the Mara in their heart and love what they do. Another great thing about the Mara is that they have rangers out after dark to protect the animals from poachers, great work.
Review about Tanzania by Rob M
The most amazing widlife, fantastic accomodations, and the people were so warm and welcoming!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Tanzania by lindsaydonald1319
An amazing experience. We used Safari Legacy tours with Norman as our guide. He adapted our itinerary once he saw that we had 3 serious photographers and we were not interested in relaxing by the pools and eating. We were there for game drives!
Most mornings we left our tented accommodations before sunrise taking box breakfasts and boxed lunches. We only returned after the Parks closed and we had to leave. We saw all of the "Big Five", Lion, Leopard, Cape Buffalo, Rhino and Elephant. We also saw cheetahs. Fantastic!! One disappointing aspect is that visitors are required to leave most of the parks by 6 pm (4 pm Ngorongoro). This is to respect the wildlife and not have visitors interfering with predators hunting. The downside for photographers is that the best light is from 6:30 am to about 9 am and from 4:30 to 7 pm.
In total I shot over 4,000 images using 2 cameras which is >120 GB. Luckily I brought both a laptop and an external HD.
Review about Tanzania by Amy Haselow
Tanzania is the place to go for a safari. You will see an abundance of wildlife and when you are traveling to each destination the culture and the scenery is amazing.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about South Africa by Stefano
Bush vibe is possible on in selected as exlusive destinations; the most popular parks are so easily accessible and well maintained that mass tourism and self drive are quite common. To live the bush experience you have to pay
Review about Kenya by Margaret Lamont
There is everything in Kenya that a safari goer would want. Great wildlife, varied scenery, superb accommodation and welcoming people.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Tanzania by Jonathan
Tanzanias parks are the African safari par excellence. The cities leave something to be desired, but if you want the true game drive experience, Serengeti and Ngorongoro are as good as it gets. I enjoyed Tarangire immensely too.