under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Ahmed made the trip amazing and enjoyable
The trip was amazing made extraordinary by our guide Ahmed who was a very safe driver and knew so much about all the wildlife that we were here to see. He took some wonderful photos and managed to find many animals when they were difficult to spot. He was very good at judging the lengths of the game drives and making sure we had time to relax as well.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing trip with our guide Ahmed Mohammed
This trip was really excellent. The whole family loved it and Ahmed provided an unforgettable experience. He was extremely knowledgeable, flexible, friendly and made the trip extremely interesting. His local knowledge was invaluable and he was very friendly. We loved spending our trip with him and would recommend him as a guide to anyone. Thank you!
DE
Fantastic adventure
It was a unique experience. The process of the safari was well organized.
Only information about the flight could have been better organized. But this is not always so easy in Africa, yet everything worked smoothly.
To highlight the safari was the guide and the driver who really always did their best to get a great photo. They responded to all the wishes we had.
We spent a night at the Selous Safari Lodge. The room was great, clean and very large. Dinner and breakfast was also very good. Especially the staff were very very friendly. The lodge is absolutely recommended.
To highlight the safari was the guide and the driver who really always did their best to get a great photo. They responded to all the wishes we had.
We spent a night at the Selous Safari Lodge. The room was great, clean and very large. Dinner and breakfast was also very good. Especially the staff were very very friendly. The lodge is absolutely recommended.
All in all it was an Unforgettable experience.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
Really professionnal agency and guides, amizing moment with Amani, really kind and experienced
Great Safari and Guide from Mombasa to East Tavo
We had a great experience using Steve and Richard safaris for a one day safari from Mombasa! We saw elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, lions, baboons, vultures, and a leopard and a lot of different antelopes. Our guide was great at spotting the animals and shared a wealth of knowledge about the park. We also visited the Maasai tribe village on the way home, which we would’ve never been able to experience otherwise. 10/10 would recommend this tour company!
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
What a great experience!
We went to Nyerere National Park for our Tanzania safari trip! Refreshingly uncrowded and wild, it delivered incredible wildlife viewing, boat safaris, and an unforgettable bushwalk.
Experiencing the bush and tracking wildlife up close was the absolute highlight of the trip. Flawlessly organized by Plex and a must-visit for any true nature lover!
SG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Perfect East African Safari Adventure
I was late to the start and didn't think we could pull it off. But Kayla and the team made it happen anyway, adjusting everything behind the scenes without missing a beat. Our Kenya & Tanzania safari was beyond perfect, hassle-free, breathtaking, and expertly guided. Highly recommend!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
safari dream
Lawrence was our guide for a week and we did the whole safari experience!
We saw Massai Mara, Lake Nakuru and also the Amboseli park with lots of close elephants and lions. All hotels were very clean and they made sure we had enough to eat and drink at all times! Bid thank you to Lawrence
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly responsible, well organised, and hegenuinely exceeded our expectations
Before booking, I spoke to probably 10 to 20 different safari companies, and West Wild was the easiest one to communicate with. They actually listened to what I wanted instead of repeatedly trying to sell me a standard itinerary. That may sound like a basic requirement, but after speaking to so many operators, I realised it is not as common as you might expect. This was one of the main reasons I eventually chose them.
For example, I did not want to take a small domestic flight, so I asked whether the original route could be changed. They understood my concern straight away and quickly came back with a better alternative. They also explained clearly which days would involve longer drives and which days would be easier, so I knew what the itinerary would actually be like before making a decision. They did not just show me the most attractive parts of the plan, and I could tell that they understood the route well.
They were also very organised during the booking process. They explained which hotels were the hardest to secure, which ones needed to be booked first, and how the rest of the reservations should be arranged. The whole process was clear and logical, rather than feeling rushed or confusing.
Before the trip, they told me that they usually try to provide more service than clients expect. To be honest, because I had never worked with them before, I was not completely sure whether this was just something companies say when they are trying to get a booking. I remained a little doubtful until the trip actually started, but in the end, they really did follow through.
The clearest example was when Kenya Airways left my suitcase behind in Kenya. This had nothing to do with West Wild and was not really their responsibility, but they still kept following up for me. They were helping to track the luggage at around 3 a.m., and they were answering calls again at 6 a.m. They monitored the next flight, contacted people on the ground and kept pushing for updates until the suitcase finally arrived. That was when I really felt that they were reliable and genuinely willing to do more than they had to.
The trip was also very good value for money. All of the hotels were of a high standard, and one of the luxury safari lodges was especially memorable and became one of the highlights of the trip. Before booking, I compared quotes from quite a few other companies. For similar itineraries with hotels of roughly the same standard, many of them were around USD 1,000 to 2,000 more per person, and sometimes even more. West Wild’s pricing was much more straightforward. I did not have to spend a long time negotiating back and forth just to reach a reasonable price, which made the whole process much easier and saved a lot of time.
Overall, the trip was well planned, the communication was easy, and the service was genuinely better than I had expected. I was cautious at the beginning because we had never worked together before, but by the end of the trip, I felt that they had earned my trust.
KW
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent 5-Day Kenya Safari with Simba Paka Safaris
We had a wonderful 5-day, 4-night safari covering the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Lake Naivasha with Simba Paka Safaris.
Mr. Paul was excellent in organizing the entire trip and ensured that everything ran smoothly. As a wildlife photographer, I also appreciated his support in arranging a DSLR camera and a long-range telephoto lens for rent at an affordable price.
Our guide, Mr. Francis, had excellent field knowledge and worked hard to provide us with memorable wildlife sightings. We saw many of Kenya’s prominent animals, including some fantastic big-cat encounters. One of the major highlights was seeing a pride of lions with seven cubs and two dominant males.
The Masai Mara offered excellent sightings of lions, cheetahs, and even a serval. Unfortunately, we could not find a leopard during this trip, but wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed, and ample time is always needed when searching for elusive animals.
Birdwatching was also excellent, especially around Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha, where we observed a wonderful variety of birdlife.
The accommodations arranged throughout the trip were comfortable, with friendly hospitality and good-quality food. Overall, the itinerary was well organized, enjoyable, and offered a great balance of wildlife viewing, birding, and photography opportunities.
We highly recommend Simba Paka Safaris for safari bookings in Kenya. They also provided us with attractive quotations for Tanzania, which we are looking forward to trying on our next trip.
Thank you to Mr. Paul, Mr. Francis, and the Simba Paka Safaris team for making our safari such a memorable experience.
