NL
So-so safari
On the plus side, drivers and other tour staff were helpful, kind and eager to share stories and make the trip more personal. Also, the food provided was decent.
Even though our safari experience at Amboseli was enjoyable, there were some issues.
- Chaotic. Upon departure it was revealed that we were joining other groups in Nairobi, from other operators; merging the safari participants became very chaotic, nothing was communicated or planned, many different people were involved and we were kept in the dark. Similarly, upon returning, we had no idea how or with whom we would get home after dropping off the others at the airport as nothing was communicated by the operator.
- Camp. We arrived at 22h (while we departed at 14.30 from our place in Nairobi) in the budget option camp. When we were taken to our tent the lights had been left inside which basically resulted in an unnecessary bug-fest. Then we tried to use the bathroom but there were still feces there which came up when we tried to flush... When we made inquiries someone did come over to 'fix' it but the bathroom floor was covered instead. Then we were left alone for the night, though we were promised a new tent in the morning. While the website promises the best of the budget camp, it was clear there were cottages better than our tents.
- Organisation. The point of the third day was to go for an early morning (6.30am) game drive and then head back to Nairobi. However, when we arrived for breakfast at 6am nothing was prepared and in the end we had to wait exactly and hour. While we had clearly communicated an allergy for eggs, the breakfast consisted of pancakes and omelettes. Furthermore, the car needed fixing and we ended up in the park after 8am instead. Soon after we got a flat tire, resulting in no time left to watch game as we had to leave before our 24hour park permit expired. Lastly on the way back, our driver kept falling asleep behind the wheel.
Despite these issues we had a good time in the Amboseli National park.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience all over Tanzania
Thanks to the Team of youth adventure we expertise real life in Africa, having an amazing guide that help us to mix in the local polpulation.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A fantastic three-day private tour tailored to our interests
The 3-day tour of the Southern Cape, Agulhas, Safari & Little Karoo was as billed: a wonderful drive along the spectacular southern coast visiting a penguin colony, and viewing many bird species and animals. A stop at Cape Agulhas, southern tip of the continent and stay over at an austere but clean beach house. Day 2 we traveled through historic towns, stopped at the aloe factory and had brunch at the perfect Blue Crane. We went to Botlierskop for a “big 5” safari. The drive covered a huge, gorgeous landscape with a good guide but very few animals. After the safari we continue to the town of Oudtshoorn (via the Robertson’s pass), which is the capital of the Little Karoo, renowned for its spectacular arid landscapes, fossil finds, succulent desert plants and had dinner (ostrich carpaccio, figs and fresh farm cheeses!) and stayed at the incomparable De Denne Country Guest House near the Highgate Ostrich farm. Our guide Derek Keeling was terrifically knowledgeable and flexible, allowing us to skip the caves and tour the ostrich farm, and explore the towns the Route 62 wine route between two mountain ranges on day 3, completing our 800 mile round-trip that started and ended in Cape Town. I would do it all again in a heartbeat!
NZ
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Better than a trip of a lifetime
In booking our trip with African Scenic Safaris we could not be more thrilled with not only the amazing time we had but also the attention that we received before the trip even began. Amanda was unwavering in the high level of service she offered by answering the many questions we had, offering the best suggestion and solutions for what we wanted to do and any changes we wished to make. We were initially a little apprehensive about being in a truck with our driver/guide for six days but this was totally unfounded. Our driver Tom was incredible, he fit in like part of our family from the beginning and made sure that the trip was not only great for us but also for our two girls. It’s understandable that many families he has done safaris with in the past return time and time again to do it all over again. Tom’s knowledge extends to not only animals and the landscape but also to the country's various tribes, the environment, and the many different social and economic aspects of it – this was imperative in answering all of my husbands un-ending list of questions. Overall we were highly impressed with the service we received from African Scenic Safaris, the comfort of our vehicle, the standards of accommodation at all lodges/camp sites/etc and most importantly our driver/guide Tom. We will definitely be back at some time in the future and will look towards this company to help us arrange our itinerary – and of course request Tom!
Our sincerest thanks Amanda, Tom and the rest of the African Scenic Safari team for making our safari as amazing as it was.
Best adventure ever,they went beyond my expectations
They were very fast in responding to my request,they took my request quite personally and offered the best adventure ever.
The tour guide was very informed and pleasant.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most unforgettable experience of my life!!
I had an 8 day trip to Uganda in 2014. It was handled by MJ Safaris Uganda. We tracked gorillas in Bwinde Impenetrable Forest, chimps in Kibale Forest National Park and tree climbing lions in Ishasha Sector Queen Elizabeth National Park! It was a fantastic trip I must say with James as my guide! I can say that he is the best!!! I strongly recommend MJ Safaris Uganda for your unforgettable trip to Uganda!!!
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari!
The climb of Mount Kilimanjaro and our Safari could not have been better. I signed up for a 6 day climb of the Machame route and is was beautiful and fun. Every day of the hike is different in climate, terrain and views. On our family Safari, we went to Lake Manyara, Terengere National Parc and Ngorogoro Crater. All the guides are very positive, knowledgable and helpful. It was a trip of a life time!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
amazing days with lewis
My friend and I had 4 amzazing days on safari with lewis. He's so helpful and he shows us so many diffrents parts of Tanzania. The beautiful landcapes of africa, the life in the small village, the religion, the massais and the culture. He look for us every day like a father. He organized everything. So we are so grateful to kwon him, he is a perfect guide.
If you want see more then just the big animals, shika tours is the perfect organisation to book your trip in Tanzania.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good Safari, bad personal treatment
I personally don't recommend this Company to make a safari. I did 4 days safari and they changed my planning because I wanted to do only 3. The person in charge of taking you to the car, get the money and arange everything treated me as if i were only money and he lied to me several times. On the other hand the safari was fine and the driver and the cook were really friendly.