ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great
We had an amazing one-week safari in Kenya! Our driver wasn’t very talkative, but he always knew exactly where to find every animal — it was incredible. You could tell he really cared that we got to see as much as possible, and his knowledge of the parks and wildlife made the experience unforgettable. Thanks to him, we spotted all the Big Five and so much more. A truly memorable adventure!
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well-organized safari trip by a great company
*Booking*
We were looking for a safari company in Kenya for our honeymoon, and Splendid Vacations Africa offered us the most complete and detailed proposal. Maryann Lucky assisted us with great patience, helping us choose the best hotels and advising us on the most suitable itinerary.
Our route, starting from Nairobi:
- Amboseli (2 nights)
- Naivasha (1 night)
- Crescent Island → Nakuru (1 night)
- Masai Mara (3 nights)
*Payment*
The payment was made online in advance via Pesapal, with no extra fees, which was very convenient for us. Maryann promptly provided a receipt, and we didn’t need to present any documentation at the camps or lodges.
*Vehicle*
We chose the private 4x4 Land Cruiser option. The vehicle was in good condition and very comfortable throughout the safari. It was thoroughly cleaned twice during the trip, which we appreciated.
*Guide*
We requested a Spanish-speaking guide for our comfort, and that was arranged. Alex Masila, our assigned guide, had over 10 years of experience and navigated the parks with confidence. He also had good connections with other guides, which was helpful during wildlife sightings.
However, we felt that his attitude was rude at times. While we managed to see the Big Five and benefited from his expertise, he scheduled shorter safari times than other couples we met, which was a bit disappointing. This aspect kept our experience from being truly 5-star.
US
Outstanding!
I was a solo female traveler doing 2 safaris: one in Tanzania and one in Uganda. Adam organized my pickup to and from the hotel before and after the safaris. I had mentioned to Adam that I hoped to see Shoebill Storks when I was in Uganda, so he made a slight change on my itinerary so I was able to experience the shoebills. Both safaris were phenomenal. Adam, Walton and Peter were all superb guides. The safaris were not just about seeing animals, it was the experience of being in their homes as well as the interaction with the guides and the other travelers. Saw the big 5 and so much more. Learned about the symbiotic relationships between zebras and the wildebeest as well as birds with other animals. The camp sites were clean and safe. Advise to do the tour through Arusha. Learned so much about the city and its people. I was able to purchase lots of different fresh spices at the central market.
I highly recommend Afrozone Kingdom Safari.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The GOAT
Ismail was the best driver and tour guide. He was knowledgeable, patient and friendly.
We were able to see the big 5 game by following his advise. Great work and thank you for leaving the group satisfied.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A magical experience with a wonderful team — I’d book it again anytime!
It was a wonderful experience, we had the perfect guide Ombeni Mamuya, full of knowledge.
Thanks to him, we were able to see the Big Five, and we got along with him really well.
We were also surprised that, in addition to English, he speaks German and French too.
It was a truly unique memory.
The balloon ride was amazing as well!
A big thank-you to Evaline and the whole team who always took such good care of us, they were all such warm-hearted people. I would book with Mountain Warrior again anytime.
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Ben is an exceptional guide—deeply knowledgeable and passionate about wildlife.
An Unforgettable Experience with Axis Safari!
Our recent safari with Axis Safari in the Masai Mara was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we arrived, everything was seamlessly organized, professionally handled, and delivered with genuine warmth and hospitality. This wasn’t just a trip—it was a deeply enriching experience that exceeded every expectation.
A huge part of what made our journey so exceptional was our guide, Ben. He was the heart and soul of our safari. Incredibly knowledgeable, deeply passionate about wildlife, and endlessly patient, Ben had an uncanny ability to track animals and position us perfectly for breathtaking views—often with no other vehicles around. Thanks to him, we witnessed many animals including giraffes, elephants, lions etc.
If you’re looking for a safari that blends adventure, comfort, and authentic connection to nature and culture, Axis Safari is the way to go. And if you’re lucky enough to get Ben as your guide, you’re in for something truly special.
Highly, highly recommend—this was the trip of a lifetime!
IL
20-35 years of age
Amazing company, extremely caring staff and team, professional guides and overall great experience!
We did the 8 day Lemosho Route with Mboni as a couple. We had an amazing team of guides, a cook and 8 incredible porters who took all our equipment and often helped us carry our bags when they saw we were tired. The entire team did everything to make us happy throughout the whole trek and were so friendly and sweet. The food was amazing (thanks to Nixon the chef), the team had a portable toilet that was changed and cleaned several times a day, the experience was so much better than anticipated when imagining the conditions of a trek like this. The team even saw that one of us was a little sick, and they made us ginger and lemon tea from then on until we were better. When it rained they made sure every part of our tent was secure and no water could come in by digging around it and making sure we were warm and dry. We especially want to point out Charles, who was so charming and had an amazing optimistic and friendly personality, came to our tent in the evenings and mornings to provide absolutely anything we needed, including our food, hot drinks, hot water for washing ourselves and filling our drinking water and heat pads. He was a delight and we recommend him as a porter and waiter, along with all the other porters- Boniphace, Tumaini, Bashiri, Erick, Frederick, Ayoub and Freddy.
Our guides Chami and Abu Baker were so professional, caring and did everything to make sure we got to the top of the mountain, and they were genuinely proud of us when we reached the summit. They even checked our oxygen every morning and night and made sure we were feeling OK and healthy at all times. Both of them were so nice to work with and we are very happy we had them as our guides.
The Mboni staff was extremely caring and helpful from the minute we started the process until after we had left Moshi. Jackson and Maryam cared for everything, including our hotel stays the night before and after the trek, helped us even after the trek was over and really went out of their way to make sure we had a positive experience.
All in all we definitely recommend Mboni tours and the amazing team.
Mboni is a great and professional company to choose for your Kilimanjaro trek and we are sure they will do everything they can to make you happy and successful on your climb.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Truly amazing!
We had a fantastic time in Kenya on our 10-day safari!
Hellen’s support was perfect from the planning of the trip to its execution. She was always available and responded very quickly to all questions. Among many other things, she also organized a balloon safari in the Maasai Mara for us.
Nicholas, our guide and driver, was truly amazing! He showed us an incredible number of animals — including the Big Five — and we saw them up close. We also learned a lot about the country and its culture.
The lodges and camps were all very beautiful and wonderfully located.
I have celiac disease which can make traveling difficult. However, Hellen und Nicolas really put my mind at ease by ensuring that all lodges were informed and prepared accordingly and I always had plenty of options to choose from. They even went above and beyond to organize a birthday surprise with a gluten free birthday cake for me.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great custom-made safari
We (4 people) spend 2 weeks on a private, custom-made Safari in Kenia and Tanzania with Roadside. A quick summary is that we had a wonderful time and definitely recommend them to anybody who wants a great experience.
Getting everything organized was easy and efficient, Zephania was very quick to answer all our questions and provide us with updates. We were able to take his base idea for the itinerary and customize it further to suit our needs - we added a park, added a night here and there, removed one stop as we had done it a few years back, nothing was ever an issue.
Once on the safari, everything went smoothly and according to plan. We were joined by three different guides (one at the beginning in Kenia, then one in Tanzania, and then another one in Kenia) and all of them were very flexible: if we wanted to set off a bit earlier, it was possible; if we wanted a full-day game drive without going back to the lodge for lunch, it was possible as well. In general, we stayed in the parks full days most of the time, and it was always possible. We are photographers with big lenses, and the guides were understanding and cooperative in terms of stopping the car for the best angles and lighting. They also seemed very passionate about their work, and we even got a few extras during our time there that were outside of our itinerary (shout out to Keffa for the second game drive in Nakuru and the boat ride in Naivasha). A very special thanks to Man man (Walter) for his enthusiasm and relentlessness, he really did all physically possible to show us what we desired to see (gnu crossing the Mara river!), and he always delivered. He was one of, if not the best, guide we've ever had, anywhere.
We are already planning on going back in a couple of years, and if we do, Roadside will definitely be the company we will contact to organize everything again.
DE
Everything from the beginning to the end great
The organization and communication beforehand were excellent.
The best part, however, was our personal guide, John. He led us confidently through all the stops on the safari and explained everything wonderfully.
He spottet even 2 Leopard for us, unbelievebal.
You‘re the Best !!!