35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommend
We had an absolutely wonderful experience on our Kilimanjaro day hike, and I cannot recommend this tour company enough!
My husband and I were guided by Angel, who was incredibly fun, encouraging, and patient throughout the hike. She made the entire journey enjoyable and comfortable for us. Meanwhile, my 74-year-old father was accompanied by Frank, who showed exceptional care and patience with his knee issues, making sure he was safe, supported, and able to enjoy the experience at his own pace. We truly appreciated how attentive and thoughtful he was.
The team also provided a delicious and well-balanced lunch with plenty of food, which was a perfect break during the day. After the hike, they took us to the beautiful Kikuletwa Hot Springs, where they helped arrange floating tubes and even organized a local guide to safely assist my father in exploring the spring.
Our guides, Angel and Frank, were extremely patient, took many great photos and videos for us, and carefully looked after our valuables. On the way back, they kindly stopped at an ATM and a tea shop at our request, which showed their flexibility and genuine care for our comfort.
Overall, this was a truemorable and joyful experience thanks to their professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail. I highly recommend them to anyone planning a Kilimanjaro day trip!
CZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A professional and well-organized tour operator
We had an amazing experience on this safari tour! Everything was perfectly organized, and the communication and arrangements with Marie were excellent – she was always helpful, responsive, and made the whole process smooth and easy.
We were especially lucky to have Erik as our driver. His experience and sharp eye made a huge difference, and he also had a great sense of humor. Thanks to him, we truly enjoyed every moment of the safari. Highly recommended!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent in planning. No grey areas.
The trip to Zanzibar was well organised, the picking from the Airport to the Hotel was timely. The van driver was fantastic. He narrated very well about what constitutes Zanzibar. I had a good connection with the History and got enlightenment. The choice of Hotel by Tulivu was great. We wanted a relaxing environment and great scenery. The drop-off back to the Airport was also prompt and really enjoyed the trip with my family. Tulivu anytime for me.
HK
I thought I was going to the game drive with my rigid dad.
The girls from Simbaland were kind and funny. Maria was the one who took care of the schedule of our trip and she has done her job well. On the first day of our arrival, Prisca, Heavenlike and Maria went to our hotel and briefed us the route of our 7-day safari tour. Our drinks during the game drive have been taken care of, which are bottled water and Safari beer. Obtions of red wine/white wine were also provided. The car was a bit old and untidy, but it was comfortable enough with cushion on the seats. Along the trip, all the camps/lodges were booked with correct dates and I was surprised by the cleaningness of the camps. No insects were in, we have lots of good night sleeps.
For the game drive, our driver Penda is professional with years of experience. We have seen most of the animals during the first 3 days. He was willing to switch on the driver radio and receive messages about where to find the animals. When arrived to the spot with the animal such as lion, he was willing to move the car for us to take the best picture. We also had the chance to get out of the car and walked around when the car broke down. He also did a bit improvement of the car such as fixing the door handle. The whole trip would be nicer if he could show us better attitude. At first I thought it was cultural difference and language barrier that he was not smiling at all and left the table without saying goodbye after we shared the meal everyday. He was also impatient when I asked him to recommend the starting time of the game drive, 'Just tell me what time we leave.' But then, I saw other drivers treat their tourist nicely, that made me feel a bit sad. Still, I think he tried his best, its just personality I hope. And, we saw most of the animals and that was rely on him.
With all in count, I would still recommend Simbaland Magic Tours.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Memories for Life
We did a 5-day safari with Steve & Richards (Tsavo East- Amboseli - Tsavo West). Even before we arrived in Kenya, we conveyed all our wishes to Steve and he put together a great family safari for us (2 adults / 1 child, 10 years) with consideration for children's needs. Everything went smoothly. All arrangements, schedule and preparations went excellently. We were able to experience a beautiful, individual, very private safari. All from Steve great, each with pool for refreshment and program for much more beautiful memories. Thank you, we were able to experience an unforgettable dream safari with our daughter. Our guides Festo and Harrison were also very accommodating and calmly mastered all the challenges of a trip through Kenya. We can only say THANK YOU and absolutely recommend Steve & Richards Safari
Torsten & Peggy with Maria
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Experience
We just returned from a 5-day safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Mayanara national parks with Destiny Explorers, and it was spectacular. From the first inquiry, Issa, the owner, was responsive and invested in making sure our trip was tailored to what we wanted. His attention and professionalism gave us confidence from the start that we were in good hands. We chose Destiny because it is a smaller organization and was also very competitively priced, but Issa's responsiveness was what convinced us to go with them.
Our guide Hussein was outstanding. His knowledge of the wildlife and sense for tracking animals meant he always knew exactly where to position the vehicle for the best sightings. Beyond his expertise, Hussein was warm, patient, and great company throughout the trip. He went above and beyond to make every game drive memorable, sharing fascinating insights about animal behavior and local culture along the way.
The itinerary was well-paced, the accommodation arrangements were excellent, and the whole experience felt seamless from start to finish.
If you're considering a safari in Tanzania, look no further than Destiny Explorers. We can't recommend them highly enough!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent organisation everything went perfectly: Camping Pilanesberg National Park
Communications with Knap tours were excellent. They were very responsive and gave me a whatsapp group for any questions or problems arising which was particularly valued as a solo traveller. The tour itself was excellent with amazing game drives, excellent catering, and a very comfortable camping experience. Drivers all turned up on time and were helpful and good company. All in all had an amazing time and could not fault anything.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Although I was nervous about travelling on my own, Gems of Africa made it very easy and comfortable.
The admin was great, with quick responses to my queries. The drivers for the Game Drives were so knowledgeable - about animals, birds, grasses, seasons, history and more! The vehicles were just the right size: everyone can see clearly; comfortable and cold beer offered at the end of the day. I would book with them again - definitely.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best Vacation Ever
We (party of three adults) booked our safari directly with Serengeti Wakanda. We chose to do this based on their ratings, the lodgings they proposed, and the price for the overall package they arranged. We also appreciated the detailed safari proposal they laid out for us, day by day, meal by meal, accommodation by accommodation. Beatrice Wisoo was our contact person.
On arrival we were met at the airport as arranged. Our first day Beatrice informed us of an upgrade she had made at no cost, because the quality of the previously booked lodge had dropped. Part way through the trip we asked for another adjustment based on our expectations and what we were seeing of the itinerary. Beatrice was able to make that upgrade ar no cost as well.
Our guide was Bashir. He was excellent! We would HIGHLY recommend him. He is experienced, kind, knowledgeable and funny. He took great care of us, knew where he was going and what he was doing at all times, and found us the game viewing well beyond expectations (ie 2 leopards, 12 cheetah, over 60 lions, wildebeest giving birth, lions mating, and so very much more!). It was incredible, and wouldn't have happened with just any guide.
Our accommodations were lovely, and the food, although not always elite, was frequently superb. We paid around $350 per person per day. That included accommodations, all food, vehicle with driver/guide, allnpark entry fees, really everything. That got is luxury, which was what we had negotiated for. We felt like the price and what we received matched well.
We would highly recommend Serengeti Wakanda again, and Bashir as a guide.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Reliable company with proffessinal guides
Every aspect of our engagement with Starpal Team was a positive experience. Communications were clear and questions promptly answered mostly by Paul.Our guide is a wonderful person who truly cared about making our trip better and very good driving skill from the time we were picked up from masai mara hotel to lake nakuru and lake naivasha and back to Nairobi.I would have no doubts to recommend them for a journey and a safari in Kenya.