IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great, great, great choose!
Robert quick replied and took care about ALL details since the first email. He managed our 3 days stavo east safari and then 8 days in watamu with some excursions for a very competitive price. Everything went perfectly and he made real our dream. Our safari guide was Julius, a very expert and pleasant person, able to drive us to meet all the animals, then he drop us during the other excursions in watamu. Thank you all, I cannot made a better choose
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A cost-effective choice
Solomon, the guide, is very good. I was worried that f4 would not be selected and a general guide would be arranged. But it turns out that solomon is the best. Solomo is very dedicated, perfect Safari.
EG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and friendly A fun, easygoing tour operator that makes every trip feel smooth, exciting
I had an amazing experience with Jimela Africa Safaris! From the very start, their communication was clear and friendly, making planning stress-free. The service throughout the trip was excellent—every detail was well-organized, and the guides were knowledgeable and welcoming. I felt I got great value for money, and everything ran smoothly, so I could just relax and enjoy the tour. The safari itself was unforgettable, full of breathtaking views and incredible wildlife encounters. I’d definitely recommend Jimela Africa Safaris to anyone looking for a reliable and fun adventure.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
perfect
I would like to give 100 score to the safari. Our tour guide Steve is nice and professional always helping us to find the good animals. Mike and Ben is awesome helping me with payment and take me to office. I would like to recommend the company to all.
FI
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional and personalised service
We spent 5 days and 4 nights with Peak Season Africa Safaris, including over New Year, and it was an unforgettable experience. Our guide, Kevin, was truly professional and reliable throughout the journey. He clearly loves wildlife and the animals, and his deep knowledge made every sighting more meaningful. Thanks to his expertise, we were able to see all the animals we had hoped for including the Big Five.
Kevin drove safely and responsibly, always on time, and he knew his role perfectly—never overstepping, but always attentive and accommodating to our needs. His calm presence and dedication gave us confidence and allowed us to fully enjoy the safari.
The only challenge we faced was the heavy traffic between Nairobi airport and Lake Nakuru National Park, which meant we arrived at the hotel after dark. However, Kevin handled the situation with care, and we reached safely.
Overall, the service, communication, and reliability of Peak Season Africa Safaris were excellent, and the value for money was clear in every detail. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy and enriching safari experience.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Recommend the Gorilla trekking but don't go to another country other than Uganda and Rwanda
My girlfriend and I booked with Santaviva respectively Ivan a 14 days tour in the upper price segment for Uganda/Rwanda (Gorilla trekking) as well as Safari in Tanzania and 4 beach days in Zanzibar (no activities apart from a stone town visit the day we are leaving). It was our most expensive vacation so far (we paid together USD 14'000) and think it was for Santaviva as well.
For the Gorilla trekking, Ivan was very attentive and everything was well organized. He even helped us out and lent me his boots as my luggage did not arrive. If our trip ended there, it would have been 5 stars! But it didnt.
We do not recommend booking anything with Santaviva in another country other than Rwanda/Uganda. In Tanzania we needed another guide/driver (who did a very good job!) to do the Safari but Ivan joined the tour as well. However, this was absolutely not necessary and we did not see such a set-up of 2 guides with any other tourists (and there were a lot of other tourists...). As newbies and not knowing how things/safaris work in Tanzania we would have expected that we were at least asked about this but we were not. Throughout most of our Tanzania trip it felt like we were 3 tourists and Ivan was just there to take videos and pictures to promote his Santaviva business on social media and have a good time/vacation. He even joined for example the balloon safari and got a (free) premium breakfast with the balloon guests as the only guide/driver of around 80 guest, which made us feel uncomfortable as the staff enabling him that clearly expected a tip for that (we were not asked nor did we want him to join). Further, he was not honest with us about the nice accommodation he stayed in. Confronted with this set-up, Ivan mentioned that this is the way Santaviva ensures quality and provides service to guests.
Ivan even flew with us to Zanzibar, in his words to say goodbye at the end of his journey (or if we want any additional activities, which was clear it was not our intent for those relaxing beach days). And as the only activity (a tour in Stone Town) was organized by an intermediary anyway, it did not make sense to us at all. On the way from the airport to the hotel he mentioned that his flight is 2 days after ours, only to mention a few minutes later that it was changed and now is even before we left (before any activities would have happened). However, we heard him mentioning this "suddenly changed" flight date and time already a week ago to another guy, so this was clearly a lie. Overall, we were left with a feeling that our trust was violated and that we overpaid and financed his business promotion and vacation trip, which is obviously not what we had intended. Finally to mention - everything else on the trip has worked out and was well organized.
NZ
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Able was very friendly, informative and always eager to please
We considered several operators and value for money with Ibanga was very competitive.
All in all we had a great 12-day trip, with a couple of minor irritations on advised times to travel between places compared with the actual.
Our mid range option lodges were all comfortable, to the point we would have liked to have more time to enjoy the facilities and just relax occasionally. (Note: my wife and I are at retirement age).
We did not expect the extra cost for the safari guides that apperaed at each park who expected a fee.
Summary - excellent and a lifelong dream to sit with gorillas achieved.
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari
I would recommend this safari to everybody, booking was smooth thanks to Jeremiah assistance and the guide Simon was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of information about parks and animals. We had a great time, slept in great lodges, felt safe all the time and saw many animals, including big five. Thanks a lot !
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well knowledged and always responsive
I think the service provided was well organized but by researching the cost of the actual itinerary it was definitely over priced and doing on own would cost about 3k less but only I'm to blame cause I didn't do my research due to time constraints Basically paying for transportation which once you are there is cheap and hotels which even in supposedly high season were plenty. If this package came with 3-4 excursions prepayed then it would be easier to justify the cost. Safari.com did an excellent job getting it organized quick and professionally and were very receptive to any questions
CH
Experience level: first safari
A truly unforgettable Safari - with an exceptional Tour Guide!
My teenage daughter & I experienced our first safari in Tanzania, and it truly exceeded all expectations. From start to finish, this journey was nothing short of extraordinary – a once-in-a-lifetime adventure made unforgettable by an exceptional guide.
The 7-day safari tour through the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Lake Manyara was outstanding, offering breathtaking landscapes and an extraordinary diversity of wildlife. Each day brought new highlights, and magical, cinematic moments. The lodges, accommodation, and food were carefully selected and of very high quality – including a surprise visit from a hippo right outside our tent at night.
Our guide, Godfrey, was simply exceptional. His deep knowledge of wildlife, animal behavior, ecosystems, and Tanzania’s natural heritage transformed each game drive into a rich and engaging learning experience. Beyond his professionalism, calm presence and expertise, what truly sets him apart is his cultural sensitivity and deep connection to local communities. He is highly respected, well connected, and genuinely committed to opening doors and supporting local people.
A personal highlight was our visit to a local school in Arusha, where we were invited to join a reading class and share lunch with the children – an enriching experience that added a powerful dimension to our trip. This was far more than a safari; it was an authentic, inspiring journey that we will treasure forever. Thanks so much, Godfrey, for making this possible 🙏🏾