50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic, professional and good value safari experience
Booked the safari directly myself and cannot fault the communications or arrangements. The price was also very competitive, particularly for a private safari (which I would strongly recommend). Everything worked like clockwork - they are rated No 1 in Arusha for a reason. The choice of accommodation was spot on with particular favourites being Heart and Soul Lodge and the Moyo tented camp. Our guide Augustine was very experienced and had a knack of getting us in the right place before anyone else. We saw the big five and the cats in particular were amazingly close while respecting the animals space. Do the Maasai tour, recognising that all the money they part from you is used for the collective good, not luxuries. Take lots of US$, it’s easier that way, although all the hotels did take cards (with banking fees on top).
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trekking to the summit with my husband
My dream of climbing Kilimanjaro was finally realized when my husband and I visited Tanzania on a tour organized by Tanzania Wildlife Adventures. We chose the Rongai route and were amazed by the breathtaking scenery. Patrick handled all the arrangements, making the process smooth and effortless. The trek was challenging, but we were grateful for the support from the amazing crew. We both successfully completed the climb and enjoyed celebrating our achievement together. I highly recommend Tanzania Wildlife Adventures as a reliable and professional Kilimanjaro tour operator.
TW
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Rocky Start Turned into an Unforgettable Safari in a lifetime — Thanks to Ken!
Our safari with Jungleroam started off with an unfortunate incident. On our first day of safari, we unfortunately experienced a car accident when our first guide tried to avoid a motorcycle that suddenly braked in front of us. The distance between the vehicles was so close that a collision couldn’t be avoided. Two of our companions were injured, and one even needed stitches at a local hospital. It was a terrifying night, and for a moment, we seriously considered ending our trip and flying home.
Thankfully, Jungleroam replaced our guide with Ken — and everything changed from that point on. Ken is an exceptionally skilled and careful driver. Even in heavy traffic or on crowded roads, he always stays calm and patient, never rushing and always waiting for the safest moment to overtake.
During the safari, Ken impressed us with his deep knowledge of the wildlife. He always seemed to know exactly where to find the animals and positioned our jeep perfectly for the best views and photos. Even after we had already seen most of the animals on the very first day, Ken continued to surprise us with new sightings and moments we’ll never forget. Unlike our first guide, he doesn’t talk constantly, but his quiet confidence and genuine care speak louder than words.
While our experience with Jungleroam started off rocky — with slow communication on WhatsApp and the initial accident — we would still recommend them wholeheartedly only because of Ken. His professionalism, kindness, and warmth truly turned our safari into an unforgettable experience in a lifetime.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I would say the best
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Incredible Safari Experience!
Our journey with Timeless Safari was beyond amazing — from Tarangire’s elephants, to two unforgettable days in the Serengeti, and finishing with the majestic Ngorongoro Crater.
Huge appreciation to Richard, who made everything seamless, and to Ayo, our exceptional guide — knowledgeable, fun, and passionate about wildlife. Thanks to him, we were lucky to spot and capture the Big Five!
This trip was pure magic — unforgettable moments, stunning landscapes, and memories for life. Timeless Safari truly lives up to its name.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic service from day one until trip
I contacted a few companies re a multi location trip and Explore and Travel Africa were the best response I received and from that moment until my trip the information and options they provided, the service and contact I received and the locations proposed were second to none. The hotel they selected in Cape Town was amazing and had all the other customers on our excursions jealous, the hotel in sari was fab and was a beautiful lodge and the drives were great. The location selected in Thabamati was out of this world.
We also received a lovely touch in our hotel in Cape Town with welcome gifts and the fact I was given their WhatsApp number should there be any issues was amazing service. Everything on the trip ran to plan, the local communication was also great.
I have to say we are looking at potential future trips and I will be using Explore and Travel Africa again for these.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Top assistance and customization
I had a wonderful experience for my 6 day trip between safaris and cultural tours. I think that the most important things that future travelers might want to know, is that you can request a range of additions / customizations for your trip, while still joining a group of other travelers and keeping the total price under control. Their assistance, both in planning the trip and during the trip itself (and even after!), is just top-notch. I communicated with Halima and she's just the kindest and most helpful person you might encounter. Always ready to help or fix any issue whenever I was in need. Thank you so much!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
5/5, recommend!
We had a fantastic safari experience in Kenya. The entire trip was very well organized from start to finish — everything ran smoothly without any hiccups, which made it easy for us to just relax and enjoy.
A special mention goes to our guide, Mike, who truly made the trip unforgettable. His deep knowledge of wildlife, the parks, and local culture brought each moment to life. He was attentive, patient, and made sure we saw an incredible variety of animals while always feeling safe and comfortable. His enthusiasm and professionalism really stood out.
The planning and logistics were handled perfectly, with great attention to detail. Overall, it was a memorable and stress-free experience, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone considering a safari in Kenya.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything we hoped for and more
BST Tours were excellent in every way. Always on hand to answer our many questions and very patient with us. The transfers were excellent with Johan and Gerritt providing us with a good commentary and again answering our many questions. They, together with Tanya helped us chose an excellent lodge, Toro Yaka, and made our overall experience one we will never forget
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari experience of a lifetime delivered!
Meektrails Safari organised a five day private tour, including Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru and the Maasai Mara. We stayed at Sopa Lodges and Zebra Plains Camp and our driver, guide and mentor for the trip was the quite incredible James. Simply put, James's warm humour, brilliant driving, and unbeatable knowledge and experience, ensured that we had a fabulous week. There's a lot of driving in very challenging traffic, on often truly awful and dusty roads, but this never distracted from what was a once in a lifetime adventure. Thank you Meektrails for organsing our trip and for giving us James!
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was great: quick booking, clear support, fast responses! Thank you!
Driver James demonstrated exceptional skill and knowledge of the area, providing an unforgettable safari experience. His ability to choose optimal locations for wildlife observation allowed us to witness impressive scenes: lions literally rested right next to our vehicle, creating a sense of total immersion in nature. Thanks to his professionalism, we were able to enjoy stunning views and take unique photographs. In addition to excellent navigational skills, James showed genuine concern for passenger comfort, remaining consistently polite and attentive. This made our adventure truly special and memorable.
