20-35 years of age
He was an amazing and experienced guy, highly recommed him and the whole experience!
We enjoyed every single minute! The food was amazing! Experence for a life! Thank you very much for everybody!!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was fine
We did a 7-day private budget safari with Smart Lickers. We had a driver and a guide in training, which was great for us. Kevin explained so many things to us, and the atmosphere was friendly and relaxed.
The places we stayed were very basic, so it is good to know what to expect before booking. We knew this before the trip and were happy with our choice. For us, it was part of the experience. We preferred to spend more money on great experiences than on luxury accommodation, and I would make the same choice again.
Even though the accommodation was cheap, the food was really delicious. Sometimes there was a small buffet. Other times, we could choose meat or a vegetarian meal in advance and then got a plate of food. It was always very tasty. For breakfast, we usually had eggs, some bread or pastries, fruit or vegetables, and coffee or tea. We always enjoyed it, and there was more than enough food.
We especially loved Hell’s Gate, where you can cycle through the park. After several days in the car, this felt really good. The island visit (Crescent Island) at Lake Naivasha was also a real highlight. Both activities were optional and cost extra. We had to pay for them there. If we had read the offer more carefully, we would have known this. They were definitely worth the money.
At Hell’s Gate, you can also choose a short, medium or long walk at the end. However, the local guide did not clearly explain that each option had a different price. My tip is to ask about the prices before you start.
I have to say that seven days on safari can be very tiring. The days are full, and there is so much to see and experience. But I would do exactly the same trip again. Every park was different and well worth visiting.
Overall, I can really recommend this company. Our guides were always reliable and on time, and we felt safe throughout the trip. Our driver cared about the animals. He gave them space and drove carefully. We still saw so many animals, including many different kinds, and often saw them up close. Both guides did their best to help us see and do everything we wanted, as far as nature allowed. 😊
Professional, reliable and co-operative
We had a fantastic experience with Charles as our safari guide in Kenya. He was extremely professional, reliable and always on time.
Charles was very knowledgeable about the wildlife and taught us so much about the different animals, their behaviour and the areas we visited. He made a real effort throughout the safari to show us as much wildlife as possible and worked very hard to help us find the animals we particularly wanted to see.
We saw an incredible variety of animals and really appreciated how patient and committed Charles was to making sure we had the best possible experience. He was also friendly, approachable and a pleasure to spend our safari with.
We would highly recommend Charles to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, professional and dedicated safari guide in Kenya. Thank you for making our safari such a memorable experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Dream honeymoon
Adele planned the most perfect honeymoon for us. It was the perfect combination of once in a lifetime experience in the bush and relaxing and romantic at the beach!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari experience with Akondo Adventures from start to finish!!
We booked our safari back in March with the idea that we would be on safari for my wife's 60th birthday and we spent three days visiting Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. Zuberi our guide & driver was brilliant! He looked after us for the 3 days and made sure we were in all the right places to see as much wild life as possible. Tassiana in the Akondo office made everything so easy to plan from the begining right through to when we had to leave and was always on hand to answer any questions i might have and also arranged for a brithday cake and a bespoke wheel cover for my wife's 60th birthday.
I would highly recommend Akondo Adventures if you're planning on booking a safari.
JP
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Days
Perhaps because I was traveling solo, I was placed on a shared tour with travelers arranged by other companies; it took me a moment to fully grasp the situation.
On the day of the trip, Rodgers came to pick me up personally to handle the arrangements and give detailed instructions to Paul, who served as both driver and guide.
Paul skillfully navigated through traffic, and together with Gabriel—the wildlife guide—he led me straight to the animals.
Rodgers also arranged my stay at the Mara Sopa Lodge, as I had requested, ensuring a comfortable experience.
My first visit to Kenya and the Masai Mara was truly wonderful. Thank you very much.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Serengeti Smile offers reliable, thoughtful safari service with a very knowledgeable guide who helpe
We were a group of four and had an absolutely wonderful safari experience with Serengeti Smile. The pre-trip communication was clear and prompt, and everything was well-organized as promised. Our driver-guide was extremely professional, experienced and passionate about wildlife. He knew exactly where to find animals, and we successfully saw the Big Five during our trip. The vehicle was comfortable and well maintained. Great value for money, we highly recommend this tour operator for your Tanzania safari!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, thoughtful, and well-organized—making our Tanzania safari truly unforgettable.
We had a wonderful safari experience with Serengeti Smile in Tanzania. Everything was very well organized from start to finish, and the whole trip was smooth, comfortable, and stress-free.
A special thanks to our guide, Sam. He was very experienced, professional, friendly, and patient. He had an excellent eye for spotting animals and always seemed to know where to look. Thanks to his knowledge and experience, we were able to see a wide variety of wildlife and enjoy many unforgettable moments during the safari. He also shared lots of interesting information about the animals and the national parks, which made the journey even more enjoyable.
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
amazing safari experience
Communications: Oscar was responsive and communication was smooth and easy throughout the trip.
Service: The airport transfers, safari arrangements, and accommodation were all very well organized.
Value for money: The overall service and experience were well worth the money I paid.
Reliability: Oscar delivered on the commitments he made beforehand, and the whole itinerary was carried out reliably and as planned.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic and well organised tour. Had the best time here and can’t wait to return
Had a fantastic time! It was very well organised and everything happened on time and had even better experiences than we expected. Gorillas was definitely something we will remember for the rest of our lives. Could not believe we got so close. Also food was very tasty. Only wish we could stay for longer.