35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extremely Disappointing Experience – Do Not Recommend
We had an awful experience with Explorers Wild Adventures and cannot recommend this company.
The safari vehicle they provided was completely unfit for purpose, which caused us to miss an entire game drive — one of the main reasons we booked this trip. When we raised the issue, the company admitted fault and promised to refund the park fees for the day we lost. Months later, despite repeated follow-ups, we have still not received our refund and they are now ignoring our messages.
A safari is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and the lack of professionalism, poor communication, and failure to deliver what was promised ruined what should have been a highlight of our trip to Kenya. There are many reputable operators in Kenya — avoid this one if you want reliability, honesty, and a properly run safari.
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable safari with Wildness Insights—great planning by John and amazing guide Shedrack
We booked our safari with John from Wildness Insights Safaris, and the entire planning and organization process with him was smooth and easy. He was always available for any question and responded clearly and professionally. We felt we could truly rely on him, and even when challenges arose along the way, he always did his best to assist.
When we arrived, we met our guide, Shedrack. The experience with him was outstanding. He is a very kind and welcoming person, with extensive knowledge, deep passion for his profession, and genuine love for his country. He was eager to share his knowledge with us, making our journey even more meaningful. We always felt in good hands with him—he was attentive to our needs, gave immediate responses, and made great efforts to ensure we had the best possible safari experience.
We warmly recommend Wildness Insights Safaris
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Memories Safaris lives very much up to its brilliant reputation, even better
Before this private tour, we compared 3 5-star local operators, like the itinerary, vehicle, accommodation options, as well as exact price that they offered, and how responsive they were to our message and requirements. Without doubt, Amazing Memories Safaris is unbeatable in every aspect. During the communication with Nevill, the tour advisor and product manager, we directly felt that he was patient, specialized, genuine and trustworthy. Most importantly, he assigned a literally flawless tour guide for us, Philip, who was energetic, accommodating, responsible with high-standard work ethics. As a result, we have made memories full of countless wonders, like leopord climbing down a tree, cheetah predation, lion group hunting buffalo etc. Thanks to their professionalism and arrangement, we have savored the primitive charm of East Africa immersively and enjoyed every minu te of Safari. Again, thanks for making this trip amazing and memorable.
CR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable and friendly
Punctual an friendly pickup. Save ride with a lot of new things learned. George was a fantastic drive and guide
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organised, on time, great driver
Very enjoyable comfortable drive to Hazyview. Free Wifi
OM
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing adventure
We recently enjoyed a 4-day safari with Swahili Safari Escape, organized by Seth, and we can confidently say it was the trip of a lifetime. From the very first message, Seth made everything easy—his professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail gave us complete confidence that we were in the best hands.
As a couple traveling together, this safari was more than just a holiday—it became a shared adventure we’ll cherish forever. Every day was filled with breathtaking moments: the sight of elephants wandering gracefully in Tarangire National Park, the tree-climbing lions and colorful birdlife of Lake Manyara, the sheer magic of descending into the Ngorongoro Crater surrounded by wildlife in every direction, and the endless golden plains of the Serengeti, where we spotted cheetahs, leopards, and herds of wildebeest stretching as far as the eye could see.
Seth and his team went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Our guide was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also patient and fun, always making sure we had the best angles for photos and the time to truly appreciate each moment. The lodges and camps chosen were comfortable and welcoming, allowing us to unwind together under the stars after each exciting day.
What really stood out for us was Seth’s personal touch—he treated us not just as clients but as friends. He understood exactly what we were looking for as a couple and created a safari that felt both adventurous and intimate.
We came back with hearts full of gratitude, thousands of photos, and a deeper connection to each other and to the natural wonders of Tanzania. This truly was the safari of the year, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Swahili Safari Escape with Seth to any couple looking for an unforgettable journey.
Thank you, Seth—you gave us memories we’ll treasure for a lifetime.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 10 day trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar
We took a 10 day trip, includeing a safari and stop in Zanzibar. This was an amazing trip. Our guide, Eric, was superb, funny, and pleasant. He was attentive and looked for ways to help accommodate my older parents who have difficulty getting around. He was very knowledgeable of the animals, which greatly impressed my father. We were able to see all of the big 5 plus more. We wish everyone could have a guide like Eric.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
INCREDIBLE 3 Day Gorilla Trekking tour from Kigali!
We booked a 3 day Gorilla Trekking tour from Kigali with Standard Safari’s and it was INCREDIBLE!
The whole process of booking this tour through Coleb was so easy and everything went smoothly! We booked budget lodge options but these lodges were amazing! Great views, yummy food and super comfortable for us.
The Gorilla Trekking was a once in a lifetime experience and we couldn’t thank our driver George enough for hooking us up with a wonderful guide & group. Our second night was at Lake Bunyonyi and it was such a peaceful experience after the hike.
We had a boat tour of the lake the next morning and it was wonderful!
Couldn’t recommend a better company to book this tour through than Standard Safaris ☺️
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wunderfull experience, fantastic guide and professional booking
We took a 2,5 day trip to different park with the absolute highlight the Ngorogoro crater. Lots of different animals upclose and good explaination from our guide Jonas. You could ask the guide everything, on wich he always had an answer.
For lunch we sat on a beautiful picknick spot inside the park, on wich we ate good food. At night we could relax in our lovely hotel. So as a family of 3 we absolutely loved this trip! Highly recommended.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exactly what I wanted
I worked with King Solomon Safaris for several weeks to design a safari. The lodging was very good at all our stops. We visited the Ngorongoro Conservation area, NGorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and the Serengeti. My tour was well organized and a good value. My guide Amani was excellent and helped me to get great photos, plus he explained cultural areas and traditions. Solomon and his team were excellent, even retrieving my baggage that went missing with the airline and getting it to me a few days into my trip. A great experience!