MT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Have a terrible experience with this company at all costs – fraudulent, unsafe and violent, experience
We booked a safari with 1 Wonder Expedition in July and were promised 5-star lodges and luxury tented camps (confirmed to us in writing twice). We paid €2000 in cash on arrival, but once the trip started, every hotel was downgraded to far cheaper and lower-quality alternatives with poor reviews WITHOUT OUR KNOWLEDGE. The driver was simply instructed to drive us to these alternative hotels and we only found out because we realised the direction he was driving us to was different.
When we requested a fair refund of €1000, the company’s employee “Kingi” (who had originally pretended online to be “Rachel James”) told us to come to their office in Arusha. Another tourist in the same situation was also called there.
When we arrived, seven men were waiting for us, including the Director of Operations, Ally, who had collected our payment. Instead of giving us the refund, he physically assaulted my partner when he tried to film his aggressive behaviour, HIT me and another tourist, and one of the men Tried to lock us inside the office. We only escaped by forcing the gate open.
Police were called, and Ally spent a night in custody. We have since filed a formal police report, submitted evidence, and are pursuing the case legally. We also have WhatsApp messages, photos, and videos to prove all of this.
In my experience, this company did not operate transparently — I was given what I believe were fake names and confirmations, and I felt my services were unfairly downgraded. I also felt intimidated and even feared for my safety during the trip
No tourist should ever have to experience this. Please protect yourself and avoid 1 Wonder Expedition entirely.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Most considerate, detail-oriented and customer focused agency we experienced so far!
We booked our honeymoon with Sasatrip and they exceeded our expectations. From the first call with them about organizing the trip and keeping it within budget until the last E-Mail after our return making sure thst everything went well, they gave us constantly the feeling that our wellbeing and satisfaction is in their utmost interest! This made us feel very comfortable and at ease throughout the entire experience. Let it be the pricing or us not even checking our accommodation prior ourselves! Every accommodation was carefully picked and were of very high standard. The entire honeymoon was filled with little surprises for us which did not feel superficial at all, rather very considerate and on point. We can recommend booking with Sasatrip any time! We will surely recommend them in our social setting and hopefully come back one day on a Safari to book with them again! Thank you very much for everything!
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Outstanding Safari Thanks to Erastus and Spirit of Kenya
We had an unforgettable safari with Spirit of Kenya. Everything was perfectly organized, from the itinerary to the lodges, and we enjoyed every single destination. A special thanks goes to our guide, Erastus, who was simply outstanding—knowledgeable, attentive, and always going the extra mile. He truly made the difference and turned a great trip into an extraordinary one. We would wholeheartedly recommend Spirit of Kenya to anyone looking for a reliable and professional safari company.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Smart tour guide
My first safari in Tanzania was incredible, My 7days safari with Tanzania creative expedition was unforgettable!! It was an absolutely unforgettable week in Serengeti Tanzania 🐘🦒🦁
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent Migration Safari with Guide/Diver Mtinangi
Mtinangi is an awesome Guide and very experienced Driver over the very primitive roads. It was a continual African Massage driving. Hold on! He found all the Big 5 and used his binocular/phone trick to ensure even my cell phone captured awesome memories of tree climbing lions, leopard with its kill, black rhino, etc. Although we hunted for 4-9 hours a day for the Migration crossings, the conditions were not perfect for the animals to face the elements. We did see 16 cross but not the masses hoped for. If Mtinangi could control Nature, he would! He did everything possible including Dietary needs to make this a positive memorable experience! He is knowledgeable, personable, and a family man whose son is following in his footsteps for a love of nature and an animal advocate. You will be well cared for if you have Mtinangi for your guide.
For the company, this trip was a good value for a private tour. I would highly encourage breaking the drive into 2 days from Tarangire to Northern Serengeti. 13 hours was too long. We would have paid a bit more to arrive less fatigued. Otherwise, a very worthwhile experience. Thank you for everything!
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Mtinangi was an expert guide and drive and went out of his way to make sure we had an excellent trip
The tour was very good, especially the excellent service and attention of our guide, Mtinangi. The accommodations and food were good considering 2 were in the bush. The second day of travel from Tarangire to Northern Serengeti was too long with a 13 hour day of very rough roads and would be better to have been broken up into 2 days even if it costs more. The animal sightings were amazing and Mtinangi's knowledge of the flora and fauna was very educational.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Experience and Value
I went on this tour just through word of mouth with a group of 8, for 8 days.
Thomas’s tour and my experience with him and Sunday was beyond exceptional. I am an extensive traveler, but have never been to Africa and did NO research. I actually felt a bit nervous going into it because of how “unprepared” I was. Im also a little bougie and was fully expecting to ROUGH it. So here’s my full breakdown:
+We saw EVERY animal!! Our group was so lucky - we saw lions, hippos, multiple leopards 🥹 absolutely life-changing experience from day one!!!
+every hour was accounted for. There was never wasted time and activities were all day. Optional if you didn’t want it, so interesting and one-of-kind if you did.
+We never “roughed” it. The hotels were unique and so nice - we found ourselves at times wishing we could stay longer.
+The food was always plentiful and delicious. It is heavily carb-based so keep that in mind. Lots of Ugali, potatoes, and banana.
+LOTS of driving on roads that are just entirely potholes. It can be totally exhausting. Keep in mind for elderly or people who can’t sit for long periods.
+ Thomas was always willing to stop for us ladies without complaint when we needed a bathroom break 🥹. Thomas, in general, NEVER complained and even the slightest complaint from us he DEALT with it. Total accountability and he wanted to make us happy!!
+The value for the money was insane..he wanted to make sure we had the best time and wow. I cannot explain how life-changing this experience was. It felt like a whole month in 8 days.
❗️I took a tour after this in Tanzania so I have one to compare - NOTHING like the tour with Thomas!! There was inconsistency with guides, no communication, lots of wasted time, horrible food, no care…and that was a “good” safari. So when I say you’re spoiled with Thomas and don’t take a risk, I really mean it.
Things to note:
-I did NOT research, plan, do anything 😅 So I did this tour totally in the dark
-I’ve traveled extensively but have never been to Africa
-I’ve never done a safari before but it was on my bucket list (so I had high expectations!)
-I didn’t know the girls before going on the trip, but By the end of it, we were all best friends
-I always felt safe and taken care of. We were all women and it was such a blast!!
🙌🏽Overall I’d do this trip again 10000%. I left with life changing experiences I’ll never forget, people who have become family, and memories I love.
Thank you Thomas and Sunday for the experience!!
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The company is reliable and very considerate. The journey is well planned at a good price.
The service is great. Our guide Jordan is actively helping us to find animals. We could have the chance to see all the Big Five and Ugly Five. He is very professional to tell us the habits of animals, together with geographical knowledge . The journey was well planned with proper stops for washrooms. It was relaxing and friendly. There was WiFi provided during the safari, although the signal is weak in the park. The guide is experienced. He will try to find the most safe and comfortable routes. You can rely on them. The accommodation is clean and comfortable. There were hot lunches prepared during the drive. We also have water, cola and beers. In a word, the journey was good with a good price.
BG
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely correct!
We were a family of 10 adults and kids, 6nights/7 days migration safari in Kenya and everything from the first to the last day was perfect! We were met in our hotel by Bernard, the Kudu safari boss and were given an unexpected presents- T-sirts and sweaters. And, by the way, the sweaters were very, very useful, because I was not prepared for the cold August weather in Kenya and we were very grateful for them. We had two Landcruisers and our guide was Djuma and both guides were very knowledgable and responsive to all out requirements. And of course, I have to mention Edna- the office menager of Kudu safaris, she was brilliant in communicating, while negotiating. She was always available, answering promptly and accurately to all our letters and whatsApp mails! The safari was fulfilled exactly as planned an I strongly recommend Kudu! No disappontment guarantee!!!
Good Luck Kudu safaris!! Maxim Yakov and family
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was the best time of our lives. We enjoyed it a lot.
A holiday we will never forget! We booked a 7 day tour - Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate, Amboseli. Our driver, goddana, was not only an amazing driver but he also gave us very interesting facts and information about the animals. Thanks to him, we saw the Big Five live on our first day and he tried to take us as close to the animals as possible so that we could see the best views :-) The accommodation and food were excellent (we were on a budget tour). The beauty of the Kenyan landscape and animals is impossible to describe. Many thanks to simian safaris for giving us such a great time. We highly recommend this company!