65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
These folks truly know how to put together an excellent experience
We researched 24 tour operators for their ability to meet our criteria and SVAI really stood out. The thoughtfulness of their itinerary/ the opportunity to include just the two of us (and the driver/guide) and the combination of the "must sees" coupled with some hidden gems (balloon ride/Olduvai/Lake Victoria for example) truly won us over. Their staff was always available for questions and to help us through the planning process to the final decision to trust them with our safari. It was trust well-placed- they did an excellent job particularly as we debated the fly from spot to spot versus drive- driving was absolutely the best way to go!
PL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect organization - outstanding adventure
We chose Uncensored Safaris due to professionalism of Avitus - the manager, which struck us in the very e-mail as well as reasonable price. The adventure (two-day safari in Tarangire and Ngorongoro with flight from Zanzibar) was perfectly organized and carried out. Our guide - Juma was very friendly and knowledgeable, not only about wildlife but also about history and culture of Tanzania.
Uncensored Safaris - highly, highly recommended!
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professionnel and much caring team
The whole team was phenomenal. From Idriss who coordinated every detail to all the members that took care of us in the 5 days safari adventure we had. We are a family of 4 with two small kids and the team made our trip convenient despite our different requirements (replacement of certain activities, time waiting to stop in washrooms…)
The crew of the safari and the hotels staff were also amazing. The service was absolutely perfect and professional.
Special thanks to Osmane our guide and the driver Alfonse. The 2 of them stayed with us the full trip and listened to us carefully with great attention. I recommended absolutely going with this team.
Our trip was Nyerere, Mikumi safari parks and Udzungwa mountains for the waterfall. In all steps, we had the necessary support to see the animals,and to climb the mountain to the top.
Thanks team!!
IL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
High quality of service
We traveled as a family of six, and Inno picked us up at the Serengeti airport with open arms, immediately making us feel welcome and excited about the journey ahead. Throughout the safari, he always made sure we saw everything we had hoped for, never giving up until we did.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Overall the tour guide was absolutely professional, friendly, punctual and insightful
Fantastic tour and outstanding guide! The company was professional and well organized, and our guide was engaging, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. A great way to experience the area.
The experience was well run and informative. Will definitely look out for them next time that I’ll visit.
KR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They present a good feeling from the first meeting.
Our guide, ombeni, was quiet and friendly. We checked our wishes and acted very aggressively to make them come true. In the end, we achieved most of our goals. He is our best driver and best guide. Very reasonably priced, grateful gifts and a great guide! I think if an acquaintance is thinking about a safari company, I would recommend kilicilmb!
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Only recommending WOA to anyone who wants to visit Kenya
WOA organised everything as they said they would - no compromises. The “all-in” package suggested by them worked out perfectly.
Paul was the perfect guide- very reliable & a great animal spotter.
Definitely recommend WOA to anyone interested.
Johnson was attentive, patient, and knowledgeable — an indepensable part of our trip.
I cannot speak highly enough about our experience with FIF. I was shocked to learn it’s a relatively new company given it runs like a legacy organization with immaculate attention to detail. Everything that could have been anticipated for the trip was planned with impressive precision, down to the hour. Then, when the airline had issues with delays which caused us to miss flights and subsequently lose our luggage, FIF came to the rescue. All of our immediate needs were met, we received constant updates about our baggage and the flight commissioned especially for its delivery. In the meantime, we began our safari experience with Johnson, a knowledgeable, patient, and attentive guide like no other. He anticipated our needs, gave us details about the environment, the people, the animals with certainty and allowed us time and space and quiet to take it all in. Do yourself a favor and book with FIF. You’re guaranteed an unforgettable experience. Even when plans get derailed, as often happens with travel — FIF, though it was not at all responsible for the mishaps, will make them right. Thank you for an incredible trip, FIF. We’ll be back.
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We'll organized. Friendly guide and driver. Vehicle was new and clean too.
Had a great experience. Got to see the big five and the hadzabe tribe. Can highly recommend Zayla.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Magnificent Journey through South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana
We landed in Cape Town on Aug. 5, 2025. The face behind Siya Phambiles Expeditions is Benjamin Wilson. He met us at the airport personally and took us to our accommodations at the Moonglow Guesthouse just outside of Cape Town. Cape Town is one of the most beautiful cities in the world nestled between the ocean and the mountains. We spent three days in Cape Town. Our first day was a free day where we explored Cape Town ourselves. Thereafter, Benjamin (or Benji) took us on a wine tour and later to Duiker Island where a seal colony calls home. We were supposed to go to Table Mountain, but it was cloudy, and so Benji like the experienced guide he is shuffled the itinerary so we could get there on a better day. The next day was spectacular. We saw a penguin colony at Boulders Beach, then went to the light house at Cape Point with its amazing views, then headed back to Cape Town through the beautiful countryside, passing by baboons on the side of the road, and eventually making it to Table Mountain with its views of Cape Town, the mountains to the south and valleys to the west stopped by the sea.
The next day we got on a plane and headed to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. We spent two days at the Hwange Safari Lodge where we went on safaris in the early morning and the evening. August is winter in this part of the world, so they bundled us up in blankets before taking us out on safari as it was freezing in the open truck. But the wildlife views were worth the cold.
We then spent 2 nights in Victoria Falls with of course a view of the falls and a day expedition to Chobe National Park in Botswana where we travelled by both truck in the morning and by boat in the afternoon to see the plentiful wildlife around every bush and tree. One of the highlights was seeing a pride of female lions just lounging in the sun. Our driver got us within 8 meters of their bodies on their back or side with paws in the air.
The next day we flew to Kruger Mpumlanga Airport in South Africa. We took the Panorama Route to get to Kruger National Park. There was alot of driving, but the stops along the way to see this magnificent country was worth the drive. We stayed in a chalet at Blyde Canyon Nature Reserve, which is on the rim of one of Africa's riverine gorges; spectacular views abounded.
We spent the next four days in Kruger National Park with Benji taking us on drives or arranging drives with other guides in the morning and the evening, the idea being that the animals are moving more at dawn and dusk. Half way through our stay in Kruger we transferred to another camp. It took us most of the day to do the trip, but it was the most magical day spent in Kruger. At a lunch stop, we saw a watering hole with elephants, zebras, impala, buffalo, warthogs all gathered together in apparent harmony. A short time later, Benji found a leopard in a tree resting. Through out, Benji was the perfect guide telling us of all the animals and birds in their ecological context, being able to spot animals, especially leopards and rhinos at great distances which we would not have seen otherwise. While in Kruger, Benji make evening meals for us, including ostrich one evening (it did not taste like chicken; very close to beef).
On the last day, Benji drove us to Johannesburg where we caught out plane to end our 14 day tour. It was a great trip!
