MT
Highly recommended – 5/5! Trusted company
Thank you, Hekima Safaris, for making our dream come true!
For years, our dream was to see Africa’s wildlife in real life—the same incredible animals we had only watched on National Geographic. We were originally planning a trip to Latin America, but at the last minute everything changed when our friend, who had traveled with her family to Kenya and Tanzania in December 2025, recommended Hekima Safaris and shared their contact with us. It turned out to be the best decision we could have made.
From our very first WhatsApp message, the Hekima team responded quickly and professionally. Sophia, their Customer Relationship Manager, designed a perfect itinerary that combined an 8-day safari with 5 relaxing days in Zanzibar. Two weeks before our arrival, we even had a video call with Sophia and Mopoo, who explained everything we needed to pack, answered all our questions, and offered us a secure and convenient payment option. That gave us confidence before we even arrived.
When we landed at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our driver Faraji was waiting for us. He transferred us to Arusha, where we stayed at the beautiful Melia Hotel. The next morning, Mopoo and Faraji joined us for breakfast to go through every detail of our safari and Zanzibar plans. That personal welcome made us feel like we were traveling with people who genuinely cared about our experience.
Before the safari began, we spent a relaxing day exploring Arusha with our local guide, Ambrosia, and in the evening we experienced the city’s nightlife. One thing we loved about Hekima was that they didn’t just show us tourist attractions—they introduced us to the real Tanzanian culture and hidden gems that many visitors never get to experience.
Our 8-day safari was perfectly organized from beginning to end. We started in Tarangire National Park and continued through the breathtaking Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. One detail that impressed us was the hot lunches during the safari. While many companies were serving lunch boxes, Hekima kept their promise and provided delicious hot meals, which made a big difference.
In the Serengeti, we had plenty of time to witness the Great Migration, and Faraji was an exceptional guide. Every game drive came with fascinating stories and knowledge about the wildlife, making the experience even more memorable.
Hekima truly gave us more than we expected. They arranged our flight from Soronera to Zanzibar seamlessly, booked us into a fantastic all-inclusive hotel, and made every transfer smooth and stress-free.
If you’re looking for a safari company you can genuinely trust, we wholeheartedly recommend Hekima Safaris. They are professional, honest, organized, and they go above and beyond to make sure every guest feels safe and well taken care of.
Thank you, Sophia, Mopoo, Faraji, Ambrosia, and the entire Hekima team. We will happily recommend Hekima Safaris to anyone looking for an unforgettable safari and Zanzibar holiday.
Highly recommended – 5/5!
MX
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely incredible experience and company!
We had an absolutely incredible experience with Axis Africa Safaris! We booked a custom 5-day private budget safari with slightly upgraded mid-range accommodations in the Maasai Mara, which allowed us to visit the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli—and it was an absolutely amazing value for everything that was included.
All of our accommodations and meals were taken care of, we had warm showers every night, the food was great, and the staff everywhere we stayed were incredibly welcoming. If you’re looking for a safari that gives you an authentic experience at an incredible price without sacrificing comfort, this was the perfect balance.
The absolute highlight, though, was our guide, Mohammad. He was exceptional—knowledgeable, kind, patient, and incredibly dedicated to making sure we saw as much wildlife as possible. Thanks to him, we saw the Big Five within our first two days, along with some truly once-in-a-lifetime moments including a cheetah hunting a gazelle, multiple families of elephants crossings, rare black rhinos, and a wildebeest river crossing.
For a private safari covering three incredible parks in only five days, we could not believe how much we were able to experience. Amazing value, wonderful accommodations and staff, and an unforgettable guide. We would recommend Axis—and especially Mohammad—to anyone planning a safari in Kenya!
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very reliable and excellent service
We honestly had such a wonderful experience with Bushtop travel agency! From the very beginning, communication was so easy and everything felt effortless with Denis our main man. Our group was travelling from different parts of the world, so coordinating dates and plans wasn’t always simple, but Dennis was incredibly patient and flexible with us. They accommodated our preferred dates, hotel choices, and all the little changes along the way without any hassle. They even surprised us with a complimentary hotel upgrade, which we really appreciated! Everything throughout the trip was organized beautifully and ran very smoothly. Our guides James and Joseph were fantastic—friendly, reliable, knowledgeable, and made the entire journey even more enjoyable. We came home with the best memories and would happily recommend them to anyone! ❤️
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best
After having a few problems with my connecting flight my expectations were not too high
After meeting my guide Mohammed my mood started to get better
Axis is very professional and has even better employees
I don’t usually recommend anyone or anything but I would recommend axis and of course my Gide Mohammed, who I kindly renamed “PAPI CHULO “
After experiencing the excellent service he provided I’ve raised my expectations a lot higher than I had before
Way to go Mohammed “papi chulo “
This world needs more people like you
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Bujuku Eco Tours is a reliable and caring tour operator.
We had an amazing experience with Bujuku Eco Tours during our trip to Uganda. They helped us plan the entire itinerary so that everything made sense and worked smoothly. We started with chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, followed by the Rwenzori trek and the climb of Margherita Peak, then Queen Elizabeth National Park, gorilla trekking in Bwindi and finally Lake Bunyonyi.
A special thank you to our driver/guide, Johnson, who went far beyond what we expected. He was always helpful, flexible and genuinely caring throughout the whole journey.
Our Rwenzori guides, Harrison and Jethro, were excellent. Together with our chef and the porters, they made a challenging trek and climb to Margherita Peak a safe, enjoyable and truly memorable experience. The whole team consistently went above and beyond what we expected.
We are very grateful to the entire Bujuku Eco Tours team for an unforgettable trip. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone planning a trip to Uganda!
CZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable 20-days Madagascar adventure with truly outstanding guides.
Madagascar Natural Tours is an agency I can wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who wants a personal, well-organized and unforgettable experience in Madagascar.
From the very beginning until the end of our journey, we felt well taken care of. Communication before the trip was clear, we received the itinerary in advance, and it was possible to adjust the program according to our wishes. Whenever there was any small imperfection, the team always tried to solve it immediately, which we really appreciated. Harilala also customized the itinerary perfectly around our international flights, which made the whole journey much smoother and stress-free.
We had a 20-day itinerary ending on Île aux Nattes, and it was truly amazing. Madagascar is a very special country, and thanks to Madagascar Natural Tours we were able to see so many beautiful places in a comfortable and efficient way. Harilala arranged the domestic flights, transfers, accommodation and activities very well, which allowed us to experience a lot without feeling that the trip was too complicated.
This journey was also personally very important for us, because I used this trip to propose to my girlfriend. Together with Harilala, we discussed the place and timing in advance, and the rest I arranged once we were there. It made the whole experience even more unforgettable.
I would especially like to thank and highlight our guides, Elias and Hoby. They were absolutely outstanding — professional, kind, friendly and genuinely good people. They made the trip even more special, and if we ever return to Madagascar, I would specifically ask for them again. In my opinion, they are among the very best in their field.
The accommodation throughout the trip was of good quality, and the itinerary offered a great balance of wildlife, landscapes, adventure and relaxation. The only small point I would mention is that some of the vehicles, especially the vans we used at times, were not the most comfortable for Madagascar’s roads. On these rough roads, I would have appreciated using a off-road 4x4 vehicle more often, like the one we had on the way to Tsingy.
Overall, we look back on this journey as one of the best holidays of our lives. Madagascar Natural Tours gave us an individual, beautifully organized and memorable experience, and I would recommend them with a clear conscience to anyone planning a trip to Madagascar.
10/10 — thank you for an unforgettable adventure.
HK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
breathtaking experience
Our safari guide Geofrey has great spotting skills. I can see all the big five in Tanzania, and also the river crossing. This wildlife safari gave me an unforgettable experience.
JP
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredibly nice experience
I enjoyed the game driving very much. I could watch so many kind of wild animals thanks to the guide. If I have chance to come to Tanzania again, I will use this tour again.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Experience with Best Time Adventures
The 4 day safari was a fantastic trip. The Serengeti was standout, however visiting Ngorongoro and Tarangire were also well worth it. Jackline was a real pleasure to deal with, always giving prompt and useful communication. The team were flexible to requests and were genuinely interested in making the experience the best they could for us.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Above expectations professionalism
We partnered with Soul of Madagascar for 22 days of adventure across the country with our family of four. A contact who had previously travelled with them and had a great experience recommended them to us, and we are incredibly grateful that he did.
Despite the challenges involved in coordinating and managing the logistics—especially because we wanted to visit non-touristic locations, or at least places that were less crowded—everything went incredibly smoothly. The whole team went above and beyond to support our needs and accommodate our wishes, helping us create a truly remarkable trip full of experiences and memories that will stay with us forever.
From the initial months of planning, defining the itinerary, and discussing our preferences and their recommendations, or dealing with flight changes till right through to the very last minute and our farewell at the airport, they were always there for us.
Theresia, Joushia, and the rest of the guides and drivers are amazing professionals, with a wealth of experience in the national parks, wildlife, food, routes, and local destinations. Most importantly, they always put our safety and wellbeing first, which gave us complete peace of mind throughout the trip.
We were particularly touched by some of the gestures that went far beyond what we expected. Theresia, the manager, once flew to the airport during a connecting flight from her hometown just to say hello and give us some presents. What an incredible gesture! And then there was the evening when Joushia and his colleague brought their guitars and improvised a concert while our teenage daughters sang along around a campfire, under an amazing sky full of stars. Those moments, among dozens of others, will stay with us forever.
I cannot recommend Soul of Madagascar highly enough. Thank you so much to the entire team for everything you did for us and for helping make this journey such an unforgettable experience.