35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Family of 16 had an amazing time! The best tour operator in Tanzania!
TLDR: You won’t regret booking with Lion King Adventures! They showed care, hospitality and attention to detail throughout our 9-day safari for my family of 16 people (8 adults, 8 kids ranging from 7-14).
Booking Experience: 5/5 - I sent an email request to create a custom safari in June for my family of 16. Nickson was responsive, detail-oriented and clear throughout our dozens of emails. He answered all of my questions regarding itinerary, had great suggestions, and provided lots of preparatory content ahead of our trip.
Safari: 5+/5 - Lion King Adventures absolutely provided the best, safest, and fun experience we could ask for. Ahead of the trip, many in my family had some anxieties being in a new country but the team of Salehe, Hamad, and Geofrey cared for us as their own. All three guides were engaging, funny, and highly knowledgeable about the country, people, national parks and animals. We peppered them with all sorts of questions and they genuinely enjoyed conversing with us.
Our trip consisted of a 9d/8nt trip through Tarangire, Central and Western Serengeti and Ngorongoro. We saw everything we wanted to - lions, cheetahs, leopards, rhinos, wildebeests, giraffes, baboons, elephants and so much more. Each of the guides had their own expertise and style, which made it fun to rotate between each of their vehicles as a group. They had the uncanny ability to find the more elusive cats anywhere and our three guides worked as a seamless team to help us see as much as we could. Because Lion King is a good-sized company, they also have their own radio channel to share sightings amongst themselves in the park. In addition, our guides also had plenty of positives relationships with guides from other companies to help us find more animals.
Aside from the wildlife, the hotels that Lion King chose were all amazing, especially the Nyota Luxury Camp. It’s worth resting their for a few days and enjoying the pool and the delicious food. The safari vehicles were also newer, clean and very comfortable. I was impressed that the cars were free from safari dirt and dust at the start of each day.
I am so glad that we ultimately booked directly with Lion King to ensure that all of our money was going towards a Tanzanian-owned company without the middle man. It meant that we were getting the best price without any mark-up.
From start to end, I can only speak highly of Lion King Adventures. Nickson, Salehe, Hamad, Geofrey were all amazing.
BH
Detailed, thorough, thoughtful and supportive.
Our honeymoon in Tanzania and Zanzibar exceeded every expectation, and we owe so much of that incredible experience to Genius Kilimanjaro. From the moment we arrived until the very end of our trip, everything was flawlessly organized, including accommodation, transportation, Kilimanjaro trekking, the Serval Wildlife experience, waterfall adventures, and coffee farm visits.
What truly sets Genius Kilimanjaro apart is the personal involvement of the owner, Patrick. He is deeply committed to quality and excellence and stays actively involved to ensure every detail is perfect. His passion for creating unforgettable experiences is evident, and he genuinely cares about his guests and their satisfaction.
Our biggest goal was reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, and Patrick’s team played a huge role in making that dream a reality. The guides, porters, and support staff were exceptional—professional, knowledgeable, encouraging, and incredibly attentive. Their motivation, expertise, and unwavering support helped us push through the challenging moments and successfully stand on the Roof of Africa. We could not have done it without them.
Every activity was thoughtfully planned, every transfer was seamless, and every member of the team made us feel safe, welcomed, and valued. Thanks to Genius Kilimanjaro, our honeymoon became a once-in-a-lifetime adventure filled with unforgettable memories.
If you are considering a trip to Tanzania or Zanzibar, look no further. I wholeheartedly recommend Genius Kilimanjaro to anyone seeking a professional, trustworthy, and truly outstanding tour company. Thank you, Patrick and the entire team, for giving us memories we will cherish forever. We cannot wait to come back!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent communication, expert guide and an unforgettable safari
We had an excellent experience with Splendid Vacations on our 2-day safari in Kenya. The tour was very well organised from start to finish, and communication before and during the trip was prompt, clear and reliable.
Our guide, Rono, was outstanding. He had exceptional knowledge of the area, wildlife and local conditions, and was always willing to accommodate our requests to maximise what we could see during our stay. Thanks to Rono's expertise, we were fortunate enough to see the Big Five in a single day, which exceeded our expectations.
I would highly recommend Splendid Vacations to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Was a much better trip than expected
The safari with wagatil was much better than expected, the lodges were top notch, the food was great all the way through, saw so so many animals on the various treks, got so close to the gorillas, (steep difficult 3-4 hour hike up rough terrain at high altitude to see the mountain gorillas) Martin the driver guide was fantastic, has extensive knowledge about animals, regions etc, managed to find leopards in Queen Elizabeth park, no other groups saw leopards that day, real nice Toyota Land Cruiser, also Pretty the manager at the office was great, even stopped off at their office to meet her, this trip was much better than expected and a dream come true seeing the gorillas up so close. A big thank you to all at wagatil .
CN
a very good experience and would definitely recommend it
Excellent service and a very well-organized trip. The team was responsive, professional, and helpful throughout. Simon always responds as detailed as possible. The guide driver Kaku is incredible in all aspects. Everything went smoothly and we had a wonderful experience. Highly recommended.
JP
Amazing experience!
We had a wonderful safari experience with Axis Africa Expedition & Safaris. Our guide and driver, Charles, was very kind, reliable and professional. He drove safely, explained many things during the tour, and made a lot of effort to help us see as many animals as possible.
The communication before and during the tour was smooth, and the overall organisation was good. The tour was also good value for money, especially considering the experience we had in the Masai Mara.
We really enjoyed the game drives, the scenery and the whole safari atmosphere. It was a memorable experience, and I would recommend this company to other travellers visiting Kenya.
Great trip!
We have just finished the 3 day, 2 night tour of Tsavo East and Taita Hills with Black Santa. We can not fault the trip, from start to finish Herbert was knowledgeable and ensured we had the best time ever. The accomodation - Voi Safari lodge and Salt Lick were amazing and the food was great! Highly recommend :)
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All went smooth, very good communication
Safari tanranguire tour with Omary, very nice guide, good humour, good knowledge, you can ask a lot, taking good care of us, I hope I ll would do some safari again with him one day!
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best one!
hank you for organizing my tour to the Danakil Depression. It was a very difficult trip, and it wouldn't have been so wonderful and easy if not for the team and the organization. I went completely alone, a young Russian girl. I felt absolutely safe, and that's the most important thing. I ate deliciously the entire tour and didn't want for anything. All my wishes were immediately fulfilled. The best guys! I recommend!
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very client oriented, responsive and flexible
I booked a Nairobi National Park safari with Blends of Africa Adventures, and the experience exceeded all my expectations. From the very first interaction, the team was exceptionally professional, responsive, and attentive. I was especially impressed that my main contact personally came to my hotel at 6:00 a.m. to ensure everything went smoothly when I was picked up.
My guide and driver, Chris, was outstanding. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife, a highly trustworthy driver, and genuinely passionate about providing the best possible experience. He went above and beyond to help me see as much of the park and its amazing animals as possible. He never rushed the tour, giving me plenty of time to take photographs, observe the wildlife, and simply enjoy the surroundings at a relaxed pace.
Overall, it was an unforgettable safari experience and excellent value for money. I highly recommend Blends of Africa Adventures to anyone looking for a well-organized, professional, and memorable tour in Nairobi. Five stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐