35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Perfect Itinerary and Excellent Guide
We loved the itinerary, it felt like there were the right amount of rest points and busy periods. The accommodation we stayed in was midrange but felt like the highest luxury, we were welcomed by everyone with genuine warmth. Eric, our guide, was knowledgeable, considerate, always fully engaged and such a top guy. Good value for money, we had two gorilla trips. Communication during the trip was first rate. Only negative is that we had to wait many weeks for replies to our emails during the period between booking and departure, which was stressful as one of our trip members had to be changed. Overall we loved the , it was the most memorable and special experience my husband and I have had together. It was the perfect blend of nature and Rwandan culture in high definition. Thank you again Golden Rwanda Safaris!
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had an unforgettable trip thanks to our guide Amani.
Our guide, Amani, took us through various national parks in Tanzania over the course of nine days. I personally hoped we would encounter lions; that alone would have made the trip complete for me. We didn't just come across a single lion—we saw dozens of them. They were so close you could almost touch them. Right from that first day in the truck, we were absolutely amazed by what we saw: lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs. Oh man, we enjoyed it so much.
Our guide was key to those unforgettable impressions. He knew where to look and had a wealth of information to share about the animals, speaking with great respect for the parks and their wild inhabitants. This is important, because the Serengeti does not exist for us tourists; it is the animals' territory, and one treats it with respect.
Every evening, Amani would come by to go over the itinerary with us. No request was too much trouble, and he took all the time needed to show us the most beautiful spots. His love for nature has been an inspiration to us.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Unforgettable Serengeti Experience
Our tour organiser, Namayani organised a very well planned 9 days Serengeti safari. Her communication prior to, during and after the safari was excellent. She was very good with responding all our queries timeously. She booked very good to excellent accommodation. Her service was excellent. She was a very reliable, knowledgeable tour organiser who also offered great advice on internal flights.
Our professional guide Hatibu(Ally), is a very experienced and well-respected safari guide. He went out of his way to ensure that we had a very memorable and unique safari experience. He was very patient and knowledgeable. In addition to mammals, he could identify various plants, trees, flowers and birds. He also has a very good historical background of the Serengeti and the surrounding areas. there was not a dull moment with Ally. he ensured that we were well taken care of all the time. We fully recommend him as the first choice for a tour guide.
The tour was reasonable value for money.
In general, the tour was excellent and unforgettable.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive , knowledgeable and helpful
We had really great experience from the get go. All minute details of the trip were managed well. The choice of hotels and lodges was great. We never had to plan anything it was all provided by goldfinch.
Brenda was available all the time.
Sabri was a great guide
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect for Multigenerational Families
We loved working with Blends of Africa. From beginning to end, they were professional, kind, and very communicative. Mary, in particular, was a huge help and never failed to answer our questions in a timely manner. She even checked in with us several times while we were on safari. As a multigenerational group (ages 11-65+), we had a wide range of needs and expectations. Blends of Africa ensured all our needs were met and set us up for an exceptional experience. We also had two guides during our safari, Chris and Isaack. Both were phenomenal and felt like family by the end of our experience. The tour itself exceeded all expectations; we saw thousands of animals across our 12 days. We even saw cheetahs, leopards, and lion cubs. Every lodge was comfortable with friendly staff. Each lodge on our tour also had en suite bathrooms with warm showers. The food across all of our lodges was fantastic too! As an American family, we highly recommend booking with Blends of Africa.
SG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Alex is a very proactive driver/guide, we saw alot of animal encounters because of his hard work.
We had a fantastic experience with Beacon Safaris! The itinerary was well planned out by Robert and it was not too rushed. Though we felt that we could have skipped Lake Nakuru and spend one more night in Masai Mara but we would not have known that before we went on the tour.
The accommodations were all very comfortable and have excellent service except for Samburu Sopa Lodge as it could get very hot during the day and there was no electricity during the afternoon. There was also no fan provided in the room.
We felt that the price we paid for the trip was well worth it as there were no nasty surprises and everything was well planned with a driver/guide to bring us around.
As for the tour itself, Alex, our driver/guide was very proactive and did a wonderful job in letting us catch rare animal encounters. He went the extra step and put in extra hours just to locate the leopard in Samburu. He has also managed to maintain safe and efficient driving even though he has been driving for many hours. He also shared many informative snippets about the wildlife. On the second day of Masai Mara, he also put in the extra effort so that we could have a higher chance of witnessing the Great Migration - and the beautiful sunsets.
On the final day, on our request, he also brought us to a restaurant in Nairobi to have our dinner before boarding our flight as it would be difficult to travel around the city with luggages. We really appreciate it as he has to put in extra hours too.
Thank you Beacon Safaris for organising a wonderful tour of Kenya for us and allocating us such an experienced and wonderful driver/guide!
MX
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolut Professionalism and Honesty!
Excellent! The service and attention we received from the very first contact regarding trip planning were outstanding. Joshua helped us create an itinerary tailored to our expectations, allowing us to complete the full circuit covering Masai Mara (Kenya), Serengeti (Tanzania), and Ngorongoro (Tanzania). Joshua is highly professional, courteous, and, above all, very honest. We encountered one minor issue at our final accommodation, but Joshua stepped in personally to resolve it immediately. A truly professional and honest individual. We requested private transport and luxury hotels, and the experience was excellent. We had two guide-and-driver teams—one in Kenya and one in Tanzania. Although young, they were all deeply committed and personable, turning a long journey into a wonderful experience. My recommendation to anyone contacting Joshua and Bavuma is to ensure the entire plan is agreed upon and confirmed upfront; in our case, he prepared a detailed, day-by-day itinerary covering the full eight days of the trip. It included everything: airport transfers upon arrival in Kenya, a light aircraft flight to our first stop in Masai Mara, luxury accommodation, transport, meals, safari drives, and a hot air balloon ride. The service was excellent. The Tanzania team, in particular—Esteban (guide) and Barack (driver)—was delightful; they were highly professional, punctual, and friendly. We had evaluated many agencies while planning our trip, but it was often difficult to get a response, secure good pricing, or find someone willing to accommodate all our requests—yet Joshua delivered on everything. Bavuma Wild Quest is definitely an excellent choice for a safari.
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great !
I had an amazing experience on this group tour in Africa! Everything was very well organized, the itinerary was thoughtfully planned, and the whole trip was absolutely beautiful. Highly recommend!
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A perfectly organised safari.
Emmelyn organised a last minute safari for my husband and I. It was a 4 night Okavango Delta trip using two camps . She arranged the flights from Johannesburg ,all the way through to the camps, the pick ups, chose the camps etc. It was a most perfect itinerary....very well organised. We had a great time.
CN
Fantastic Kenya trip! Winnie & Ricky made it seamless and friendly!
The organization was spot-on, communication was seamless, and the staff were incredibly friendly and caring.
They were super responsive when we had to make last-minute changes to our itinerary, handling everything quickly and professionally. The wildlife sightings were amazing—we saw so many animals in the wild!
A huge thanks to Winnie from customer service for her patience and help during planning, and to our guide Ricky, whose expertise and warm personality made the safari unforgettable. Highly recommend!