CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding Value and Service
Amazing safari at a great price! The team delivered luxury service with local expertise. I would choose Bencia again in a heartbeat.
RU
My first ever safari!
I’ve never visited safari before and it was unforgettable experience. Guides did perfect job, we saw everyone from the boat and the car, even leopard. Everyone must visit this tour at least once in life! Definitely recommend this company for safari!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was easy for us and fully taken care of
This was a very good tour with an accredited tour company (not all of them are). It was hugely easy to arrange over email. We were kept totally informed and could get in touch with them whenever we wanted. We really liked our guide and he was available to help us with anything. There is nothing I would change about this experience.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A collective group of caring, professionals that love their job.
Agnes and Kennedy are wonderful people. From day one I didn’t have to worry about a thing. Agnes made sure I made both my outgoing and returning flight, that I felt comfortable and didn’t need anything. Kennedy was so welcoming and excited to show me around. He worked diligently to find the best places for seeing animals and always made sure I was in a good position to capture it on camera. I had great accommodations that I didn’t have to worry about thanks to this team and Kennedy stayed with me until my return flight picked me up. I can’t recommend this group enough! I had an amazing time.
IQ
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A well-organized and affordable safari trip for two people from Iraq
We are two people from Iraq, and our safari experience with the company was very good. The trip was well organized, and the prices were reasonable compared to the service we received. I want to thank Ms. Diana for her care and follow-up from the booking stage until the end of the trip. She always responded quickly and helped us with every detail. I recommend this company to anyone looking for an enjoyable and affordable trip, especially with Diana, as she was truly dedicated to her work.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Personalised, professional and fun!
We're so glad that we chose Morningstar for our 10 day safari through Tanzania and Kenya.
We were picked up at our accommodation in Arusha by our driver Jackson and his apprentice Michael. The car was of a really high standard. The inside was spotless, we had comfy cushions on every chair, a fridge for drinks, bottles of water laid out and a power board. All very welcome as you spend about 8 hours a day in the car on safari).
Jackson was such a stand-out guide through Tanzania. He is so knowledgeable and a very skilled driver. He got us great positions to see wildlife and was a great (and funny) communicator. He seems to be really practical and we felt safe with him at all times. When we were parked up somewhere, if there was someone in need and it didnt impinge in our time, he was always jumping out to help change tyres or tie a winch. He checked in with us about timing and made sure we were always comfortable. His experience was evident (he's been a guide for 15 years).
When we crossed into Kenya we changed cars and drivers. We were a little bit unimpressed by the quality of the car (I wont go into details but there were a few issues that were making our drive uncomfortable). We let Dennis know as an FYI and he insisted on sending us another car. He took responsibility and promised to have our repaired. By the next morning it had arrived and we continued our tour in comfort with another great car and great driver. Our driver on the Kenyan side was Tim. Again he was so experienced (20 years). He had a book of animals and pointed out different species. He seemed to know everyone and used his radio to hear all the goings on and got us up close to some incredible white rhinos.
We think Dennis is running a professional, customer service focused business.
All the accommodation was wonderful. The food was great and the animals were incredible. We witnessed the wildebeest migration across the Masa river and got so close to big cats, elephants, giraffes, and so many others. I highly recommend Morningstar to other travellers.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing and Unforgettable Honeymoon!
From start to finish, Wildbite gave us an amazing and unforgettable honeymoon trip. We did a three day package through the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater with our wonderful guide, Baraka. He ensured our every need was catered for, including carrying our bags, ensuring we had plenty of water, soft drinks, wine and beer, and laying out our hamper lunch each day. More importantly, he was exceptionally knowledgeable about the landscape, animals, and Tanzanian culture. He ensured that we not only got to see the animals but he was more than able and willing to answer our (very many!) questions about them. He even indulged us in a crash course in Swahili (at my own request)! Wildbite Adventures (Peter) looked after us splendidly, and we were surprised and extremely grateful on the first day to find that we had had our accommodation upgraded to the honeymoon suite and our own private vehicle with our guide at no extra cost. Their price rates are very competitive, and we managed to keep our whole trip within our budget. We had an amazing time and will definitely be back to do it all again in a few years! Asante sana!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Most efficient, caring and compassionate individual!
For the money I paid Kajie provided me with shockingly awesome accommodations! I was extremely ill when I landed in Uganda. My guide, Linus took care of me as though I was his mother! He arranged everything, quickly made changes so I was able to continue with my planned safari activities! Linus is just an amazing human being. It’s scary to be very ill in a foreign country and away from family…… but Linus made it okay! So sick and still had an incredible adventure. When it was time to go to another country, Kajie allowed Linus to stay with me as I trusted him in every way. Not to mention he made everything more fun!! I traveled alone and as an older woman I was completely comfortable and confident in Linus leading the way. He is still checking on my health status even though I am stateside now. He’s FANTASTIC at his job and more importantly he truly cares….. as does everyone at Kajie. They contacted me frequently to see how I was feeling. Linus paved the way through two countries for my medical care. He ensured I got my IVs everyday and on time no matter how remote we were. Do yourself a favor….. go on safari with Kajie and ask for Linus! You’ll be so glad you did! I sure am!!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Responsive, efficient and always ready to support!
Our experience with Viatu was great! Simone got our needs so quickly and ste was very responsive in making any adjustments to set the best journey for us. Communication went smooth and the team was always ready to help. Would recommend 100%!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very well organized tour
Very good communication
Good value for money
It is a reliable operator
Very well organized tour
Excellent driver Charles who took us to see lots of animals. He went above and beyond to give us a good experience.
We booked budget accommodation. We didn't sleep in the places which were told originally but I believe what we got it was the same value.
Some tents had warm water and electricity only between certain hours which was a bit inconvenient: apeox 8pm till 7am. Not hot water for budget.
We had 6 days safari starting from Nairobi: Masai Mara, Nakuru, Niwasi, Amboseli. I was expecting to see Tsavo West on last day. On last day we did nothing but straight travel back.
If you plan to pay with credit card once you arrive in Kenya, we were told that it is possible. It is true bit there is 5% fee for each payment which we were not aware. Keep this in mind.
Overall it was a good experience. I totally recommend this tour operator and I can definitely come back with him.
