50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Ole P. Was an amazing guide!
SOK representative met us at the airport and took us to our first hotel
In Nairobi. Our guide, Ole P. Met us the next morning and took us to lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara and was simply amazing. He was kind, knowledgeable and very attentive. In two days we saw the ‘big five’ and a wildebeest crossing. He is Masai and his understanding of the animals and nature of the Mara was outstanding! If you go, ask for Ole Paro!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Alman Africa Safaris excels in providing tailored, immersive safari experience.
Amazing Experience with Alman Africa Safaris!
I recently had the pleasure of going on a safari with Alman Africa Safaris, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience! From the initial inquiry to the end of the tour, their communication was top-notch. They were quick to respond to all of our questions and provided clear details about the itinerary, costs, and what to expect during the trip. I felt well-prepared and at ease even before the safari.
The service was exceptional. The guide was not only knowledgeable but also friendly, passionate about the wildlife, and eager to share his insights. He made sure we were comfortable and ensured we had the best possible viewing opportunities for all the animals. It was clear that Alman Africa Safaris really cares about their guests and the environment they work in.
As for value for money,we were pleasantly surprised. The pricing was reasonable for the level of service and the quality of the experience we had. The accommodations were fantastic, and the meals were always fresh and delicious. It's rare to find a company that delivers such high-quality service at such a competitive price.
The tour itself was incredible! We visited famous beautiful Masai mara and saw abundance of wildlife, from elephants to lions and giraffes. The itinerary was well-planned and gave us plenty of time to relax and soak in the beauty of nature, while also providing exciting opportunities to explore and observe the animals up close.Thanks to our Guide peter
I highly recommend Alman Africa Safaris to anyone looking to experience the magic of Africa. They are reliable, professional, and passionate about what they do. If you're considering a safari, you won’t be disappointed with Alman Africa Safaris!
Thank you Alman Africa Safaris staff.
AT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
If you want to have a perfect safari, book axis!
We had a great week!!! Our guide Rama always tried to get the best sights for us, tried to let us make wonderful photos! Provided us with information (available in 6 laguages!!! i.e. German) if we wanted, answered each question, seemed just to know where the leopard moves next (to our car😁) and was just as keen on the animals as we were. We had the possibility to choose the program, our guide was very flexible. And if you are flexible, too, it is much easier for to enjoy it at high level!
The tour was very varied, the planning was great and as well as relaxed and exciting. We had one sunrisedrive (depart from the camp at 6am) and some morningdrives (depart at 7 or 8:30). He drove as fast AND secure and as comfortable as possible!
Amboseli was really worth seeing (LOTS of elefants!!), but be aware that you spend nearly 2 days in the car travelling (one there, one back).
BR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Look elsewhere for your safari needs.
Do NOT recommend - Book your safari elsewhere
I've recently completed a 5-day safari with guide Richard from Mashindiko Adventure and I cannot recommend them. While the landscapes and wildlife in Tanzania were incredible, the logistical and behavioral issues with the staff made the experience stressful and, at times, genuinely frightening.
The Good
The safari itself was a memorable experience, and the natural beauty of the region was stunning. Great animal sightings, including leopards. The guide explained a lot of things, but we needed to ask most of the time since he was not proactive. We had no car issues besides the refrigerator, which was broken.
The Bad
The problems began almost immediately and escalated significantly toward the end of the trip.
Inadequate Itinerary & Guide: Guide kept trying to make changes to the safari plan without talking to us. On the 4th day, what was advertised as a full-day tour in Ngorongoro Crater was cut short to a half-day (we left at midday when the plan stated we should have stayed in the crater until 3pm). When we contacted the operator to complain, they said that this was the guide's fault for rushing, which felt like an unsatisfactory explanation for a service we paid for and no compensation was provided or suggested.
Space: The car was very packed and we had almost no space to move as we had a full car of 6 tourists + guide + cook. On top of the 8 passengers and their bags, we had to carry all camping and food gear inside the car, which makes it very packed and uncomfortable. Not having an auxiliary car also meant loosing game drive time to pack the car on camping days.
Food Issues: The quantity of food provided was consistently insufficient. My dietary restriction of no fish was ignored, and the protein portions were too small for our group of six (or eight during lunch). On the last day, we were told there was no more meat, which is unacceptable given the price paid and the fact that staff had been in town earlier that day. The car refrigerator was broken, so most of the time no cold drinks. Also, no wine was provided, despite the prospect saying that there would be.
Hostile Staff & Safety Concerns: The most disturbing events revolved around the staff's behavior. On the final day, the cook uncomfortably demanded a tip, physically blocking our departure until we paid him. Later, the driver became extremely angry when he learned we would not be tipping due to the poor service. He stopped the car on the highway, screamed, drove erratically, and attempted to drop us off at an unapproved location with a different driver. His refusal to contact our operator and his aggressive tone made us fear for our safety. At some point we even thought he was scheming some kind of kidnap and we had to involve gas station security to ensure we were not being put in a dangerous position. Thankfully at the end we met our airport transfer that was able to finally get in touch with our office and take us away safely.
Conclusion
The unprofessional and hostile behavior of the staff, particularly the guide, was a major concern. The experience turned from a safari into a frightening ordeal, and it is a situation no traveler should ever have to face. My group and I were left feeling unsafe and neglected by the company.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The guide/driver was excellent. The hotel arrangements and travel efficiency can be improved.
The guide was an expert on almost everything of the Safaris. His services and timeliness was excellent. Overall the day plans combined with hotel locations can be improved so more time can be allocated to game drives. Three of the five hotels are above average and two are below. Hotel services are all good.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trustworthy
Legit, patience, willing to go extra miles, customer oriented, focus and work fast, knowledgeable, punctual, friendly and value for money. I chose this company over other international companies that i contacted and it was worth it and I did not regret it. Thank you Lewis and Simon.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experienced tour operator with knowledgeable guides and excellent customer care
Very experienced driver guide Hassani made this trip safe, unforgettable and special. Lodges, food, and service also contributed to the great comfort. We did not only manage to see the great migration but also spotted cheetahs, leopards, lions, giraffes and elephants etc. in their natural habitats and saw the most amazing sunset and sunrises. All was worth the price and everything (communication, programmes etc.) went smoothly.
DK
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our Safari with Isaya from Mama Savana was a fantastic experience. Highly r
We bought this tour vis Perfect Wilderness Tours and Safaris as we initially looked into a tour covering both Mara and Serengeti. Mama Savana was the tour operator during the full trip as we ended up prioritizing Serengeti/Tanzania.
We had great and very responsive communication with Betty from Perfect Wilderness Tours & Safari during the planning of the tour. And prior to tour start we also had a brief but comforting phone call with Alex from Mama Savana.
Despite the great Trip advisor reviews (the reason for initiating dialogue) I was still a bit nervous of booking directly with a smaller local company. But absolutely no need to be concerned. We got name and contact info to our guide before our trip started and when we landed in the small airstrip of Kogatende, Isaya was there to greet us and the adventure began. Isaya is a highly experienced guide who both knows his way around and is well connected in the guide community. And has talent and trained eyes to spot where to go next to get fantastic views. No wonder he has been guide for animal photographers.
We benefited from this numerous times: from our front row position witnessing a crossing to the time we were surrounded by a big group of passing elephants - and they did not mind us because the car was placed in the right spot with engine off well in advance of the elephants reaching the game drive road - and to the many close up encounters with the lions, leopard, cheetahs and their cubs. We appreciated he was attentive to giving us great experiences while paying attention to the animals’ needs as well.
The car was well kept and equipped with AC and a fridge to keep beverages cold. Isaya also had great binoculars we used alongside our own to get close up views (and photos).
A single small advice is to walk through the itenary with the guide up front - we had a brief confusion on duration of our stay in Serengeti - maybe due to booking via Perfect Safari but operated by Mama Savana. But easily sorted as soon as we realized cause of the confusion.
Five star to both Perfect Wilderness Tours & Safari, Mama Savana and our great Guide Isaya.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Gustav was happy, helpful, full of energy, and made sure we got great pictures.
Gustav was the best tour guide we could have asked for. Happy full of energy and made sure we were in perfect spots to get the best photos. We saw almost every member of the big 5 with Gustav today! This was a journey on our honeymoon and it was unforgettable thanks to some awesome new friends from Germany/Poland and Gustav!!
DK
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic tour with Perfect Wilderness Tours And Safaris / Mama Savana. Highly recommended.
We bought this tour via Perfect Wilderness Tours and Safaris as we initially looked into a tour covering both Mara and Serengeti. Perfect Wilderness cooprate with Mama Savana who was the tour operator during the full trip as we ended up prioritizing Serengeti/Tanzania.
We had great and very responsive communication with Betty from Perfect Wilderness Tours & Safari during the planning of the tour. And prior to tour start we also had a brief but comforting phone call with Alex from Mama Savana.
Despite the great Trip advisor reviews (the reason for initiating dialogue) I was still a bit nervous of booking directly with a smaller local company. But absolutely no need to be concerned. We got name and contact info to our guide before our trip started and when we landed in the small airstrip of Kogatende, Isaya was there to greet us and the adventure began. Isaya is a highly experienced guide who both knows his way around and is well connected in the guide community. And has talent and trained eyes to spot where to go next to get fantastic views. No wonder he has been guide for animal photographers.
We benefited from this numerous times: from our front row position witnessing a crossing to the time we were surrounded by a big group of passing elephants - and they did not mind us because the car was placed in the right spot with engine off well in advance of the elephants reaching the game drive road - and to the many close up encounters with the lions, leopard, cheetahs and their cubs. We appreciated he was attentive to giving us great experiences while paying attention to the animals’ needs as well.
The car was well kept and equipped with AC and a fridge to keep beverages cold. Isaya also had great binoculars we used alongside our own to get close up views (and photos).
A single small advice is to walk through the itenary with the guide up front - we had a brief confusion on duration of our stay in Serengeti - maybe due to booking via Perfect Safari but operated by Mama Savana. But easily sorted as soon as we realized cause of the confusion.
Five star to both Perfect Wilderness Tours & Safari, Mama Savana and our great Guide Isaya.