IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable safari, perfectly organised, amazing places and people. Papa John made it magical!
We booked a private 8-day safari with Jocky Tours, completely customised around what we wanted to see, and honestly, the whole experience was exceptional from start to finish.
Our itinerary included Amboseli, Hell’s Gate, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara. Everything was extremely well organised, from the transfers and the timing of the itinerary to the accommodation, food and game drives. We never felt rushed and the itinerary was perfectly balanced.
The accommodations were all excellent. Amboseli Mountain View was beautiful, with brand new tents and an amazing view. Sankale Mara Camp was also great, with very kind and helpful people and everything clean and well looked after. At Hillscourt we were also treated to a massage, which was honestly one of the best massages we have ever had!
But a special mention absolutely has to go to our guide and driver, John — AKA Papa John.
John really made the trip. From the first day to the last, he took care of everything and was always precise, patient and available for anything we needed. More than just a driver, he has an incredible knowledge of the parks, wildlife and animal behaviour. He seemed to know exactly where to go and when to be there to give us the best possible chances of seeing something special.
He knows the parks like the back of his hand, but what really made the difference was his passion. You could see that he genuinely loved what he was doing, and every sighting felt even more special because of his knowledge and enthusiasm.
We had some absolutely incredible moments during these 8 days, and honestly, they just flew by.
A huge thank you to Jocky Tours for organising everything so well, to all the amazing people we met along the way, and especially to Papa John for making our safari such a memorable experience.
If you are thinking about doing a safari in Kenya, I would have no hesitation in recommending Jocky Tours — and if you can, ask for Papa John. You won't regret it.
MY
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had a wonderful safari experience!
We saw all the animals we wanted to see. Both drivers were fantastic and took great care of us. Thank you so much for arranging everything so well!
We truly appreciate all your help and care. We will definitely recommend your service to our friends.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very reliable and always available
The experience has been very satisfactory. The organisation succeeded in any step of the trip. The Soroi Private Wing camp was a combination of genuinity and warm atmosphere, a wonderful location very well led. The guide Collin Sempele has been very professional. He is very prepared for explanations, a very good driver, very generous in time. He understands customers needs. We were feeling very safe with him.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great tour operator, professional service and great safari
The tour was smooth, from the start our driver David Mukami looked after us well and drove excellently navigating the rough roads and ensuring we saw all the animals and wildlife. The tour itself is well paced, and accommodation does the job.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable Safari with Papa Johns
We have just finished 8 wonderful days on safari with Jocky Tours, and we can honestly say it was one of the best experiences of our lives.
At our request, the tour was organized privately just for the two of us and tailored around the places we wanted to visit: Amboseli, Hell’s Gate, Lake Nakuru, and the Masai Mara.
From the very beginning, communication with Jocky Tours was excellent. During the planning stage and whenever we asked for information, their replies were always quick, clear, and reliable, which made organizing the trip very easy and stress-free. We also felt that the value for money was excellent, especially considering the quality of the experience, the private itinerary, and everything that was included.
A huge part of what made this experience so special was our guide, John, also known as Papa Johns. From the very first day, he was incredibly kind, helpful, knowledgeable, and clearly very passionate about his work.
During the game drives, he knew the parks extremely well and always seemed to know the key areas to visit in order to spot wildlife, including some of the more elusive animals. Thanks to his experience and his ability to understand animal behavior, we were lucky enough to witness rare and unforgettable moments that we never imagined we would see in real life, such as a pair of lions mating and a leopard walking close to us with its prey in its mouth.
What we appreciated most was how much he enjoyed sharing his knowledge with us. We learned so much about the physical and behavioral characteristics of the animals, and he always took the time to explain the differences between species and point out details that we probably would never have noticed on our own. His passion was contagious and made every sighting even more interesting and memorable.
In Amboseli, we spent three nights at Amboseli Mountain View Camp, which gave us some of the most beautiful mornings of the whole trip thanks to the breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. We had a wonderful stay and would especially like to thank Carolina, Betty, Kibe, and Daniel for their kindness, hospitality, and for making our time there even more enjoyable.
We also visited Hell’s Gate, where we had the chance to enjoy a great bike ride, before continuing to Lake Nakuru. There, we stayed at Hillcourt Resort & Spa, where we were welcomed with exceptional kindness. If you stay there, we definitely recommend trying Mary’s relaxing massage— it was absolutely perfect after several days of safari!
Our final days were spent in the Masai Mara, where we stayed at Sankale Mara Camp. We were warmly welcomed, the tents were spacious and comfortable, with private bathrooms inside, and the food was delicious.
The eight days simply flew by. We saw incredible places, learned so much, and experienced moments that we will remember forever.
Thanks to Jocky Tours for the smooth organization and great communication and, above all, to Papa Johns, whose professionalism, dedication, knowledge, and passion made this trip truly unforgettable.
We would absolutely recommend this experience with Jocky Tours and Safaris and with Papa Johns :)
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
John was thorough, helpful, and a great sport to be around
This was an amazing experience. We felt we got a full moneys worth and were fortunate to see SO MANY animals. Highly recommend booking a night safari as an add-on. It was incredible. Our guide John was highly educated on all the animals so we learned a lot. The service was great, the accommodations were even better. Truly superb with delicious food. We are hoping to come back and will book again w Splendid
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional company
It was a great experience very well organised. All guides and driver were very professional. I could see all animals I expected and more. I recommend this company for a great experience
SG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional service, fun trip
Had a great 6-day safari with Morningstar covering both the Masai Mara in Kenya and Serengeti in Tanzania. The itinerary was very well planned and felt like just the right amount of time to properly experience both parks without unnecessarily stretching out the trip.
A special shoutout to our guides, Joseph in Kenya and Jackson in Tanzania. Joseph was knowledgeable, funny and shared plenty of interesting facts about Kenya throughout the trip — we learnt a lot from him. Jackson was equally knowledgeable about the wildlife, culture and history of Tanzania, and put in some seriously long days driving us around — including one day of more than 12 hours!
Also a big thanks to Joysharon, our coordinator, who was always responsive and quick to answer our questions. We had a last-minute change to our flight timing and she was able to adjust the itinerary smoothly for us.
Logistics throughout the trip were well handled, and we had a great experience with the hotel staff and accommodations along the way.
Overall, a really enjoyable and well-organised safari. Thanks to Joysharon, Joseph and Jackson for making our Kenya and Tanzania trip such a memorable one!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Michael is perfect
Our safari in Tanzania was absolutely unforgettable, and that is mostly thanks to our guide, Michael. He is truly a special person—both as an exceptionally skilled professional and as a warm, amazing human being.
Michael went above and beyond to show us incredible, breath-taking places that left us speechless. Thanks to his deep knowledge of the wilderness and his great intuition, he gave us the chance to experience unique, once-in-a-lifetime emotions that we will treasure forever.
He took us to the most incredible spots and shared unforgettable moments with us. Driving through the Northern Serengeti at sunset was a truly breathtaking moment that will stay in my heart forever. We felt safe, cared for, and completely immersed in the beauty of Tanzania the entire time. Thank you, Michael, for making this trip a dream come true!
If you are planning a safari in Tanzania, ask for Michael. You couldn't ask for a better guide to share this journey with!
IE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding service and memories for a lifetime.
When looking for our safari, I researched a number of tour companies. I chose Crater Explorers because they offered great value for money and Emanuel’s communication was friendly. quick and informative.
When we arrived at Kilimanjaro airport Emanuel was there to great us with a welcoming smile. We decided on the 4 day safari, taking in Tarangire NP, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. Our guide Timot was safe on the roads, friendly, reliable and extremely knowledgeable without being over the top. He knew the beautiful landscape and the animals of his country like the back of his hand. We seen the Big 5, the ugly 5 and much much more! My highlights were the lion cub eating, the baby elephant being scared of a bird and spotting the elusive Leopard walking along a rock face.
We could not have got through the 4 days without the delightful chef, Emmanuel, who offered us variety and an abundance of food which was fresh and delicious. Thank you all for an amazing and unforgettable experience.
