65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best possible safari experience we could have imaginged!
We were a group of four. Our safari was 10 days in September. We visited Sinya and stayed at Kambi ya Tembo camp in Amboseli Nation al Park, Tarangire National Park and stayed at Lake Burunge Baobab Lodge. We visited lake Manyara National Park and Ngorongoro Crater and stayed at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge. We visited The Serengeti and stayed in Dove Serengeti Camp and Maramara Tented Lodge.
Our personal tour guide was amazing. He was experienced, very knowledgeable about the animals and their habitats/behaviors. He was very patient and kind, not just with us but with the other tour providers/guides. He was always with us and he made sure all of our needs were met. We had water and other drinks available to us in our safari vehicle and the picnic lunches were plentiful and very tasty.
We saw enormous amount of animals and were able to see the wildebeest and zebras migrate across the Mara river.
The accommodations were wonderful. Clean, well equipped and appointed. My husband and I go camping, but these tented camps and lodges were glamping plus! The staff at all of the camps were very personable and we felt well cared for.
The food was delicious and plentiful, even in the most remote camps. Meals were prepared for us and most nights were four courses, soup, salad, main (meat, fish, chicken) vegetables ( usually four) and dessert.
Many of the camps had pools and fire pits we could enjoy.
We ended our safari trip with a three day stay in Zanzibar which was at the lovely Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort. This was also arranged for us by African Big Cats Safari.
PL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
great 8d safari experience with Bienvenido Kenya Tours and Safaris
Our adventure with Bienvenido Tours & Safaris lasted 8 days. Together with our guide, Joshua, we visited 4 national parks (Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Hell’s Gate and Amboseli) as well as Lake Naivasha.
The excellent organization, Joshua’s incredible guiding skills and his extensive knowledge allowed us to discover some of the most beautiful places in Kenya.
We would also like to say a big thank you to Kennedy, who was extremely helpful from the very beginning, including helping us purchase our train tickets.
We highly recommend Bienvenido to anyone who wants to discover the incredible wildlife and natural beauty of Kenya.
HK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Pavillion Safaris and Tours delivered an exceptionally seamless experience, combining meticulous pla
My recent safari experience with Pavillion Safaris and Tours was nothing short of fantastic. From the initial inquiry to the final day, the communication with Peter was exceptionally smooth; he was genuinely kind, incredibly helpful, and went out of his way to seamlessly book extra activities for us, including a breathtaking hot air balloon ride and a unique horseback safari.
The overall value for money was very reasonable considering the high standard of service and organization. On the ground, the tour itself exceeded expectations. Our driver was not only safe and highly skilled across rugged terrain, but also possessed great English communication skills, making our game drives both informative and relaxing.
Beyond the classic wildlife viewings, the itinerary offered thrilling highlights, such as riding an ATV through bumpy, adventurous roads—an experience we truly enjoyed. Reliability is key when traveling, and Pavillion delivered completely. They proved to be flexible, well-planned, and trustworthy. I wholeheartedly recommend Peter and the team at Pavillion Safaris and Tours to anyone looking for an unforgettable, well-coordinated adventure!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized & best experience
Three months prior to our safari tour we started communicating with Savannah and until the end of our Safari, we noticed that the entire process went very well & smoothly, the tour guide was so polite & making adjustments as per our needs. Their knowledge & experience was excellent. We are very impressed with their ability. We will definitely recommend Savannah tours for Safari.
IN
Axix Africa gave me my money's worth and were flexible with customisation
The tour was well structured and executed. We had an excellent vehicle, comfortable stays at good hotels and got to sample well laid out meals.
The high point of our tour was our tour guide, Mr Collins Sempele, who is knowledgeable, experienced and very helpful.
Because of him we were able to get excellent sightings at Amboseli,Ol Pajeta, Naivasha, Nakuru (where we were lucky to get multiple lion sightings) and Masai Mara. We saw all the Big five Game animals and in addition got a leisurely sighting of a cheetah, rhinos, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos and many more game. Will carry back some beautiful memories of Kenya !
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Brilliant and professional
Steve is an excellent safari guide. He has incredible knowledge of wildlife and the land. He patiently spotted animals for us and shared wonderful stories about Africa. Thoughtful, calm and professional. We enjoyed every moment of this trip and highly recommend him.
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional safari, great guide
My husband and I did 2 nights in Samburu, 1 night in Nakuru, and 3 nights in Masai Mara, and it was a memorable experience.
Our guide was John, and he played an important role in making the trip exceptional. John is knowledgeable, knows the parks and wildlife well, is a great spotter, and an excellent driver.
At Samburu, we saw lions, leopards, cheetahs, and most of Samburu’s Special Five. Only because of his judgment did we have a great sighting of a cheetah at Samburu. At Nakuru, we saw a pride of lions feeding, black and white rhinos, and many birds. At Masai Mara, we saw countless lions (more than 20 every day), cheetahs, leopards feeding, lions feeding, and lions with small cubs. And to top it all, we even saw a river crossing at Sand River, again because of John’s judgment. He never rushed us at any sighting and never got tired of showing us animals, even when it was a long day of driving for him.
He was very pleasant and informative, and he was friends with most of the other guides, which helped with sightings. Above all, he was very kind to everyone around him, both animals and humans.
We stayed at Sopa lodges at Samburu and Nakuru, both were excellent, at Masai Mara we stayed at Jambo mara, rooms were good but food was not.
Moses from Jockey helped us in planning, email replies were quick. Only thing to note is that Jocky charges extra for card payments, clarify this. They gave us best deal.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
He was excellent and extremely informant.
Thoroughly enjoyed my experience with Sanaya Tours. They took care of extremely everything and all I needed to do was sit back and enjoy, the tour guide Steve was very well informed and had lots of inside on the animals. Loved loved my experience.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Attention to detaila
We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Adventure Safaris on our trip to Victoria Falls and Hluhluwe Game Reserve.
From start to finish, the service was exceptional. Everything was well organised, hassle-free, and taken care of with great attention to detail. We never had to worry about the logistics because the team made sure everything ran smoothly.
The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and professional, and they went out of their way to make our experience enjoyable and memorable. Their knowledge of the destinations and wildlife really added to the experience.
We truly appreciated the personal attention and excellent service throughout the trip. It was a fantastic adventure, and we would happily recommend Adventure Safaris to anyone looking for a well-organised, stress-free safari experience.
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive
We recently booked a 3-day/2-night fly-in safari to Kogatende (Northern Serengeti) with Akondo Adventures, and it exceeded every single expectation we had! Since this was part of our honeymoon, we were looking for something truly extraordinary, and Akondo delivered from start to finish.
Flying directly into Kogatende saved us so much travel time and put us right in the heart of the action from day one. The absolute highlight of the trip was witnessing the Great Migration—seeing the wildebeest river crossings in person was an intense, breathtaking experience that we will never forget.
The tented camps were incredible—combining an authentic "out in the wild" feel with surprising comfort, great food, and the magical experience of falling asleep to the sounds of the Serengeti.
A massive shoutout to our guide, Fonika! Fonika was simply outstanding. His knowledge of the park, animal behavior, and keen eye for spotting wildlife made all the difference. He knew exactly where to position us for the best views without being intrusive, and his warm energy and professional driving made every game drive a joy.
Everything—from the flight logistics to the game drives and camp arrangements—was executed seamlessly. If you are looking for an action-packed, unforgettable Serengeti experience, we cannot recommend Akondo Adventures and Fonika enough. Asante sana!
