DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best safari experience as a family
Our safari with Makasa was, without a doubt, the best safari of our lives — and this was already our third safari.
What makes Makasa so special is the experience, knowledge and passion behind every detail. You can feel that their guides are exceptionally well trained and have years of experience in the bush. They have an incredible understanding of wildlife and nature and, above all, operate with genuine respect for both.
One thing that stood out to us again and again was their approach to wildlife encounters. While other vehicles sometimes rushed after the next “sensation”, our guides were confident enough to wait. They knew when patience would create the better experience — and very often it did. We would sometimes wait while others had already moved on, only to end up having a much more intimate and unforgettable encounter afterwards. That kind of judgement comes from experience. It is about understanding the animals rather than simply following the crowd.
Their driving skills also deserve a special mention. On roads like these, having a highly experienced and well-trained driver makes a huge difference — not only for comfort, but also for safety.
The same level of experience can be seen in the planning of the entire safari, especially when travelling with children. Makasa understands better than anyone we have experienced what families actually need. There was never a feeling of stress or constantly having to move from one place to the next. Everything was thoughtfully planned so that our children could enjoy the safari while we adults could have the very best experience as well.
We were equally impressed by the selection of the lodges and camps. They were authentic, beautifully located and carefully chosen, with a genuine awareness of the communities and social projects that can benefit from the money spent there. This is another detail that makes Makasa different.
Kimbilio is probably the perfect example. Makasa created a camp in one of the most magical places in the Serengeti. You can feel in every detail why they chose this particular location and why they built the camp there. It takes experience and passion to deliberately choose a region with fewer visitors rather than simply following where everyone else is going. The result is a completely different safari experience — more private, more authentic and much more connected to the wilderness.
And this is ultimately what Makasa has taught me about luxury on safari.
True luxury is not staying in a five-star luxury lodge every night. It is not changing camps every day. And it is not trying to see everything as quickly as possible.
True luxury is having the time to stay somewhere long enough to truly experience it. It is having a reliable, knowledgeable guide who knows when to move on and, perhaps even more importantly, when to wait. It is having the freedom to slow down and enjoy the moment rather than constantly chasing the next highlight.
And true luxury is the human connection: being genuinely welcomed and, at the end of your stay, being hugged goodbye by the entire lodge team because they have genuinely grown fond of you — not simply because they feel they have to say goodbye.
That is what Makasa showed me.
Their safari is not about luxury for the sake of luxury. It is about experience, authenticity, respect, time, passion and genuine human connection.
After three safaris, I can honestly say: **this was the best safari of our lives.**
We would choose Makasa again without hesitation.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
👍👍👍👍
I enjoyed this trip. Sam and Simon were truly amazing—I highly recommend them.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best time!
We had the best experience from start to finish, getting picked up from our hotel in zanzibar to getting dropped back to our next hotel. The Tour Guide Bado was very knowledgeable on all animals, going through many national parks including the serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. We saw the big five to top it off as well. The addition of the hot air balloon made it even more special. To add to this Richard who was our chef for the whole time was 10/10
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Amazing Tanzania Safari with Godson
We had an incredible experience exploring Tanzania with Godson, who was not only our guide in the Serengeti but also our main contact throughout the trip. He connected us with Beatrice for the Kenya portion and organized everything on the Tanzania side, making the entire journey feel seamless.
Godson was incredibly kind, helpful, and accommodating. His knowledge of the Serengeti and surrounding areas was exceptional — he seemed to know the parks and roads like the back of his hand! Several other drivers even asked him for directions as we traveled, which says a lot about how well he knows the area.
He also took the time to understand what we wanted from the trip and chose accommodations accordingly. Traveling as a family of four with two teenagers, we really appreciated that he found comfortable family tents and rooms that worked perfectly for us.
From the Serengeti and the search for the Great Migration and big cats, to Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire, we had an absolute blast. Godson went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable experience while also being flexible and attentive to our family’s needs.
We are so grateful for everything he did to make this trip special. We hope to come back to Africa one day and explore more of this incredible continent with Godson! Highly recommended.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
good
Sam Simon—I really liked them. They were very professional and patient, and the trip was delightful.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellect, Fantastic,
Our trip was faultless from the very beginning to end. The places we went were all awe inspiring. Our Guide Blessing was fun, knowledgeable and ensured we were always well taken care of wherever we went.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
major
Simon and Sam James were both extremely professional. They were quick to respond to messages and efficiently resolved any issues I had. They were friendly and patient, making for a very pleasant trip. I highly recommend them.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good
An incredible and unforgettable experience. We thoroughly enjoyed this safari week in Kenya, seeing spectacular landscapes and wildlife.
A special shout-out to our guides—David, Dany, and Pedro—who did an outstanding job. They were incredibly professional and attentive, and above all, they made us feel right at home. It was a pleasure sharing this adventure with them!
Highly recommended. We would do it again in a heartbeat! 🇰🇪🦁🐘
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ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Serengeti Wakanda, Unforgettable Safari
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
An incredible and unforgettable experience. We felt completely at ease throughout the trip, knowing the Serengeti Wakanda team was there to support and look after us every step of the way.
We thoroughly enjoyed the safaris, saw an impressive number of animals—including the Big Five—and were incredibly lucky to witness the spectacular Mara River crossing by the wildebeest and zebras.
The accommodations also exceeded our expectations, making the experience even more special.
A very special mention goes to our guide, Gerald, who was always attentive and eager to explain everything we saw. Thanks to him, we had a fantastic time and learned so much about Tanzania's wildlife and nature.
We had a wonderful time and are taking home memories that will last a lifetime. We highly recommend Serengeti Wakanda—and especially Gerald! 🇹🇿🦁🐘
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ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excelent
We spent an amazing week on safari with Jocky Tours, and choosing them was definitely one of the best decisions we made for our trip to Kenya!
Our guides, David, Pedro, and Denys, were fantastic—always helpful, friendly, and attentive. There were 13 of us, which is quite a large group, but everything was incredibly well organised and ran smoothly. From the very beginning, they made us feel at home and gave us such a warm welcome.
The value for money was excellent compared to other safari companies we had looked into. We travelled in two jeeps, and thanks to our guides’ experience and knowledge of the parks, we were lucky enough to see an incredible variety of animals. They knew exactly where to look and had great connections with the people working in the parks, which made the experience even better.
Without a doubt, if I ever return to Kenya, I would choose Jocky Tours again. Thank you so much for showing us such a special piece of your beautiful country and for making this trip an unforgettable experience!
