FR
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best
Mickael made us dream during this 4-day trip. His performance was perfect and his kindness unparalleled.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic time with memories made that we shall cherish forever!
We have just returned (today!) from a 10 night holiday in Kenya where both my parents were born. It was their first time going back to Kenya in over 50 years!
We had a driver called James who took us out on safari and drove us to and from Amboseli National Park in his vehicle last week. We got on ever so well with him right from the word go and he became a good friend to our family. He was friendly, helpful, professional and reliable throughout. We even invited him to dinner with us on Wednesday evening along with Alice from Morning star.
Alice was in contact with my sister both before & during our stay. She was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and so easy to get along with.
I would like to thank both James and Alice for our wonderful experience and hope to see them again in the future.
One tip for others using the company for airport transfers, please allow plenty of time and perhaps ask to be collected earlier as our transfer was 30 minutes late due to traffic which meant that we were rushing to reach the airport before check in closed and under pressure to get there. Other than this blip, we had an extremely pleasant experience using Morning Star. Thank you
IL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip
The safari was an unforgettable experience! We saw 4 of the Big 5 animals, and the entire trip was incredibly well-organized. Rocky, our guide, was fantastic—professional, knowledgeable, and such a friendly and kind person. Safina and James were also very helpful and welcoming throughout. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a genuine Tanzanian safari adventure!
JP
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A high-quality and professional safari tour operator known for its friendly service and punctuality
We booked a one-day trip to Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha, and it was a truly memorable experience. Our tour guide, Mr. John, was incredibly friendly, punctual, and professional—especially during the game drive. Thanks to his excellent communication with fellow guides, he was able to take us to see almost all the animals in Nakuru, including giraffes, zebras, buffalos, lions, flamingos, various birds, warthogs, and baboons. We were especially lucky to encounter a group of lions up close. At Lake Naivasha, he connected us with a local tour operator who was equally professional and knowledgeable. We learned so much throughout the day and even had the unforgettable experience of walking just 2–3 meters away from giraffes and zebras. Highly recommended!
MY
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized & good value for money
The best decision that we made in Kenya was to go with Jocky Tours for a 7 Day Safari. We were very lucky to have Papa as our designated guide & driver who definitely made our trip memorable. Papa went all the way out so that we got to see all the big animals and went above & beyond to ensure that we were comfortable & most importantly safe throughout our entire trip. He is very knowledgeable & shared alot of good info about the animals & Kenyan culture. Papa is also a very experienced & safe driver - a big plus point. We look forward to coming back to Kenya again & will definitely insist on having Papa as our tour guide/driver again. Please ask for Papa when you book with Jocky Tours - He will take good care of you.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
These days have been an absolutely incredible experience. I'm very grateful for the excellent work of Alfhon, our guide and driver, who accompanied us during these days of adventure. Everything was fantastic: the food, the accommodations, our jeep. We look forward to doing it again!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience!
Awesome experience with Suricata! Everything perfect, from the lodges and tents to the guide Alphoncee
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible.
I don’t even know where to begin!
Allan is the perfect tour operator, quick, effective and informative information always available (I’m a type A planner!).
Any and all enquiries I had were responded to promptly.
Allan’s recommendations for the tour and accommodations were PERFECT!
Allan went the extra mile to meet us prior to our safari, check in with us during and was always available, and also met us after for a debrief to check how our experience was.
Lunches were excellent with wine, beer and soft drinks provided, in the most beautiful locations!
Our driver Francis was the best, the friendliest, most upbeat guy who instantly makes you feel at ease. He worked tirelessly to ensure we saw the best (we saw everything even the elusive leopard!).
Francis is so knowledgeable and respectful about, and for, Serengeti and Ngorongoro, the animals and the people that live there.
It was my birthday whilst there and together Francis and Allan liaised with the safari lodge to organise a birthday cake and decorations for me!
The whole trip felt so personal and special thanks to the people at Nkollo and I will never forget it. We will be back to Tanzania to see them again. Perfect, perfect, perfect trip.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Penguins in the Suburbs of Cape Town & Namibia's Extraordinary "Green Season"
Penguins in the Suburbs of Cape Town & Namibia’s Extraordinary “Green Season”
I recently returned from a visit to Africa, traveling with 5 friends and under the guidance of “Nature Travel Africa”. Our journey started in Cape Town, South Africa for several days to recover from our travels. We viewed the African Penguins which are conveniently located in the suburbs of Cape Town, a beautiful drive to the Cape of Good Hope, and no tour of the area would be complete without a stop at a local winery.
The next part of the journey took us to Namibia, a mostly desert country which had record rain fall this year. The grass was tall and the animals were on the move enjoying the fresh grass and water. This translated into many encounters with the local wildlife. Most memorable was viewing a herd of Zebra’s numbering in the hundreds, arriving to drink in the fresh rain water, a Leopard crossing the road in front of our vehicle, and night viewing of Black Rhinos, Elephants and Lions at the watering hole by our accommodations inside Etosha Park. But we did much more than just game viewing. We walked the red sand dunes of Sossusvlei, took a scenic flight over the ship wrecks of the Skeleton Coast, kayaked with hundreds of seals in Walvis Bay, hiked to ancient rock art in Twyfelfontein, toured the ‘Living Desert” finding life even in the desert sands, and tracking Leopards in a wildlife reserve.
This incredible journey was possible due to the travel team at “Nature Travel Africa”. All of our transfers were on time and efficient, accommodations impeccable, and tours seamless. A special thanks to Nicolette Muller and Nick Buys for answering our many questions in timely communications, and making numerous requested changes to our itinerary. Our guides Geoff in Cape Town, Nick, and Delano in Namibia had in depth knowledge of the area, animal behavior, and great interpersonal skills, being in tune with their clients needs and wants.
Africa is a beautiful and diverse continent with so much to experience. Therefore, I have visited many times and at the end of each trip I start planning my next sojourn to Africa’s many wonders with “Nature Travel Africa”.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect KSG and perfect guide Hamisi
Guides Our requirements for guides are patience, experience, and the ability to accompany us attentively. Hamisi, who has 11 years of experience, meets all our fantasies. He can speak French, English and several local languages fluently, drives very steadily, has very sharp eyes, and often glances over and whispers to us "There are leopards"; before being a safari guide for 11 years, he was a Kilimanjaro mountaineering guide, and had climbed up and down Kilimanjaro 4 times in a month. He is kind and friendly, very talkative, and often asks us questions on the road. If we can't answer, he will stop the car and turn off the engine to explain to us patiently. Our itinerary is very relaxed. We often set off for safari after 10 o'clock. Every day, we leisurely watch animals on the grassland, enjoy the beautiful scenery and the hotel. Hamisi will give us some suggestions every day and arrange it reasonably according to our itinerary for the next day, which not only meets our requirements for enjoying the hotel, but also allows us to try to see the little lions napping in the trees in the hot noon. Hamisi has a strong sense of boundaries. He knows that you are a customer and will provide you with a lot of services. His professionalism also reminds you all the time that he is a very respectable elder brother. The four of us all gave high praise to Hamisi at the end of the trip. Another point is that he is very strict about personal hygiene and car hygiene. His clothes are clean and tidy every day. Even if the car is covered with dust, he will clean it the next day. Hamisi is a very professional, friendly and joyful guide. He enjoys his work and I would recommend him to everyone.