Experienced Operator
It is well arranged excellent safari. The safari is beyond our expectation.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Always focus on giving the best experience - caring, have attention to details
We chose Axis Africa Safari to carefully plan a journey that combines both bush and beach. From the incredible wildlife of the Masai Mara to the beautiful landscapes of Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha, every day brought something unforgettable. We then slowed the pace with some relaxing time on the white sandy beaches of Diani, overlooking the Indian Ocean, before exploring the rich history and culture of Mombasa's Old Town.
Heartfelt thanks to Lucy at Axis Africa Safaris for helping us every step of the way. She took care of every minute details including driver pick-up, timing. Special thanks also to Marcus, our safari guide, who was simply awesome! His knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion for the wildlife made every game drive a memorable experience. Together, they made our journey seamless, stress-free, and truly unforgettable.
It has truly been the holiday of a lifetime, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you Lucy and Marcus.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
professionalism and kindness
The four-day experience with Uwanda was the highlight of our two-week honeymoon, spent in Tanzania and Zanzibar. This experience provided us with unforgettable emotions that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. Our guide, Mr. Martin, and our driver, Mr. Poli, put in the utmost effort to give us the best experience possible, and we are truly grateful.
We highly recommend Uwanda; you won't regret it!
Glenn, the best guide and driver ever!!!
Thank you Glenn, the best guide and driver ever!!! Your dedication to your job, your unbelievable knowledge to the savanna, the plants and animals, and your addiction to birds are so impressive 🫶🏻✨💕🦆🦢🙌🇰🇪
RS
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
5 luxurious day safari experience with Agama.
Spending 5 days exploring Tanzania on a luxury safari with my girlfriend was an unforgettable adventure.
We were impressed by how well everything was organized, allowing us to enjoy the experience without having to worry about anything. The luxurious accommodation was elegant, clean, and surrounded by nature. Agama Tours and Safaris was a fantastic tour operator they were very careful and always met our every expectation. We are extremely grateful for such an extraordinary experience and would happily recommend this safari to anyone looking for an unforgettable wildlife trip.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful
Everything was thought of on our trip. The team made it all so good. The wildlife sightings were incredible and our guide was knowledgeable. At camp, the food was tasty and plentiful and the camp was comfortable. We enjoyed the company of the team too, when they joined us for drives and sat with us around the fire. The communications throughout the planning stage were excellent and David made suggestions to ensure we had the best time.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well designed broad set of experiences with high level of customer service
Compass Odyssey designed and executed a 16 day trip for us that included 4 countries and various experiences including, but also beyond safaris. Communication during the planning phase was easy and smooth despite a 9 hour time zone difference. From an execution perspective, Compass’s communication prepared us for what to pack, what to consider regarding vaccine/malaria meds, how immigration/customs would work, etc. Transit across the countries was smooth as the team was waiting for us at each airport and the instructions of what to expect upon crossing borders was clear ahead of travel, allowing us to handle some aspects ahead of time to expedite. The variety of activities was well thought out and matched our preferred cadence very well. The places that we stayed all exceeded our expectations, each being very customer focused and having unique qualities. More than anything, the local guides and safari guides were exceptional! They got to know us and our preferences quickly and both provided recommendations and experiences that enhanced our trip. If you want an incredibly memorable experience, work with Compass Odyssey!
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent safari experience
Well organized, easy communication (WhatsApp, e-mail), excellent choice of accommodation, guide: competent about animals and environment, no not-wanted souvenir-stops
NO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best price AND the best service? I didn't believe it either
Rioba Safaris delivered everything they promised — and choosing them was the hardest part.
We're a family of five (two adults, three kids) and we spent weeks researching safari operators for our Kenya–Tanzania trip. If you've gone through this process, you know how overwhelming it is — dozens of companies, similar itineraries, no way to tell who's legit and who isn't.
From the very first message, Joseph and Donant were incredibly patient with us. I'm not exaggerating when I say we went through at least 20 revisions of the itinerary. I kept changing destinations, asking about different lodges, adding and removing days, requesting a Spanish-speaking guide — and every single time they came back quickly with an updated proposal, no complaints, no pressure. That level of responsiveness before they'd received a single dollar from us said a lot.
Then I did something that I'd recommend to anyone in this situation: I took Rioba's final itinerary and sent it to several other agencies for comparison quotes. Rioba's price was significantly lower — and I mean not even close. Honestly, that made me nervous. When something is much cheaper, you wonder what's being cut. But by that point I'd been communicating with them for weeks and their professionalism had earned my trust, so I went with my gut.
I'm so glad I did. Once on the ground, everything was exactly as agreed — the vehicles, the accommodations, the guide, the logistics of crossing from Kenya into Tanzania overland. No surprises, no hidden costs, no last-minute changes. With three kids in tow, that kind of reliability is everything.
If you're reading this while agonizing over which company to book with — I get it. I was right where you are. My advice: talk to them, ask for references from past clients, compare their quote against others, and judge them by how they handle your twentieth email asking to change something. That's where Rioba really stands out.
Thank you, Joseph and Donant. We'll be back.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3 memorable day.
Spending three days camping and exploring the safari with my closest friends was a wonderful experience with Kibo Mawenzi Safaris. The safari drives were thrilling and full of wildlife viewing opportunities in a respectful and natural environment. The campsite was comfortable and clean and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. We loved spending the evenings sitting around the fire enjoying delicious food and talking about the exciting experiences of the day. The guides were professional, easy-going and very passionate about their work, which made the experience even more valuable. Thank you Kibo Mawenzi.
