20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Exceptional!
3-day, 2 Nights Maasai Mara Safari (Royal River Zebra Camp)
Communication: Communication with Lewis was mostly easy, reliable and fairly quick. He accommodated all of my requests without issues. We even got a complementary visit to the Giraffe Center.
Transport: We were taken to Mara by a normal car with a kind and friendly driver (Nicholas), we didn't know any details beforehand. He was an excellent driver but the roads to Mara are horrible - the ride took ages and it was quite exhausting; I would highly recommend taking the 4x4 wheel jeep! On the way back we were taken with the Safari Jeep with our guide and the difference was extreme (took us 2h less).
Guide: Our guide David was exceptional! Funny, clever, kind and highly competent! He easily accommodated all of our wishes (safari times, animals we liked to see) and showed us awesome hidden gems. He could answer all of our questions, always tried to get us the best spots at crowded places and communicated a lot with other guides and rangers to offer us a variety of sightings. We saw all of the animals imaginable (Leopard, Cheetah, Lions, Elephants, Giraffes, Zebras, Hippos, Crocodiles...) - only one missing was a Rhino which is very hard to find. We even did a short walking tour with a separate guide on the Mara River to see the Hippo Families and the crocodiles up close. Sunrise and Sunset game drives were incredible! On our way back to Nairobi we even stoped to have some Nyama Choma for lunch. We got along quite very well, it nearly felt like traveling with a friend! :)
Accommodation: We booked Zebra Plains Mara Camp which belongs to a company that has 8 different camps in close proximity. However, we were upgraded to Royal River Zebra Camp - it was unbelievable. This camp only hosts 25 people in total and is a true gem. Its close to a river so we also had the chance to spot animals right from the lodge. We saw a buffalo sleeping and a hippo grassing in the morning. We sadly missed the giraffes and the cheetah because we were out on a drive. We had an incredible "room" (it was basically an apartment). Spacious, calm, clean - an outdoor bathtub, an outdoor shower, a small cabana. The staff was also amazing - chatty, helpful and friendly at all times. Food is a set menu but there is a variety of different options and they were all very tasty!
Overall we couldn't be happier!!
EG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best
They were really good in how they operate and manage the trip, it was really smooth and they were really friendly ,helpful and helped us to make a good memories
SK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing & adventurous vacation.
Maggie made booking the safari & all the organization beforehand super easy. She was always quick to answer & very accomodating.
Ken, our safari guide & driver, was absolutely AMAZING. He was very professional, knowledgeable & fun.
We booked the 6-day budget safari (Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli) & it was the most amazing vacation we ever had.
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kindness, flexibility and nature knowledge
I did a 4 day mara safari. Rita was very helpful and accommodating with my schedule and my arrangements. The admin communication is very clear since the beginning. Rogers was a great guide these days. He knows nature very well and was always willing to solve our questions and needs. He also consult with us if it was ok to move on, everytime, and I find that nice for a Safari.
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime trip
We had an exception experience with lion king safari from start to finish. The communication was excellent with a clear itinerary with plenty of information.
Our trip began when Mwita our guide collected us from our hotel. He was a superb guide and companion throughout our safari. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the animals and local communities. Mwita was proficient at finding animals in the Serengeti and somehow he managed to spot a black rhino from nearly a kilometer away!
The accomodation, especially nyota camp was superb. We felt very comfortable all along the way with all possible amenities.
The truck was well equipped and comfortable and I appreciated the water and soft drinks kept cool in the fridge.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Experience
The drive Kevin A was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and friendly.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Definitely reliable, demonstrated seriousness and ability in organizing the trip
We spent two weeks in Ethiopia, a couple's trip organized by them: one week in the Omo Valley and the South, and the second week in Lalibela, Gondar, and an archaeological tour. Excellent organization with highly efficient drivers and private transportation, highly knowledgeable and helpful local guides, and quality hotels and lodges. Great attention to customer safety during visits to particularly unstable areas. I definitely recommend them.
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FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice
The driver was very effective in handling the difficult road situation. Thanks to him, everything went well.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice drive from Johannesburg to Kruger Park with Tiyani
Thank you Tiyani for this safe trip from Johannesburg to Kruger Park! Very professional driver
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good!
The 5 days safari was very good! Roger took great care of us, finding all the big 5 and many more animals! He answered all questions professionally and gave us a good balance between freedom to enjoy the trip and guidance. The jeep was always spotless! We strongly recommend this company and Roger as a driver!
