BR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tmem
The experience was such amazing and complete! Just love to see the big five and learn the curiosities
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience with Tmam
Enjoyed the day - everyone was very welcoming and informative. Thanks!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome Safari
We went on a 6-day safari with Revelation african safaris. Melvin the tour operator, was incredibly responsive to our inquiries and always responded in a very timely manner. The company's prices were also extremely reasonable when compared to other safari companies, and they offered incredibly flexibility in terms of itinerary in order to create a safari experience that matched our interests.
In terms of our actual safari experience, we travelled to Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. We also got to see the Maasai tribe along the way and our tour guide also took us to Mto wa Mbu. Our experience was absolutely phenomenal, and the service was professional and well exceeded expectations. We opted for the budget camping option, but our tent was fully equipped with beds, a desk, and a lamp, truly a luxury camping experience to the point where I hardly even felt I was camping. The company also always had cold mineral water available, and the food was outstanding both in terms of quality and quantity.
We got to see all of the big 5 during our time, and saw plenty of animals and got lots of memorable pictures. Our tour guide, Bernard was very knowledgeable and spoke great English. We would highly recommend booking with Revelation african safaris if you are looking for a memorable experience.
RU
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
worthy
We chose Axis based on several criteria: affordability, reviews, the option to pay at their office upon arrival in Nairobi, and the itinerary. And we made the right choice. On the day the tour began, we were picked up from our hotel. We paid for the services in cash at the office and set off immediately for Maasai Mara. The journey is, of course, long—but we were prepared for that. Since this was the most budget-friendly tour I could find online, the lodge was modest, and the meals were quite limited. I’m not mentioning this as a complaint against the operator, but rather so that people know what to expect for the price. Electricity and internet were only available at certain times, and there was no hot water at all. The next stops were Naivasha and Nakuru—in my opinion, there’s really nothing to see there after visiting Maasai Mara! All you can see of the hippos are their noses and ears. There are plenty of flamingos, but it’s not possible to get very close to them. That same day, we set off for Amboseli, arriving just before 9:00 PM. It’s a good thing the itinerary was planned this way—the very next morning, we headed into the reserve and had a wonderful time! I wouldn’t say the elephants roam in large herds, but we did see a great many birds—even flamingos! Overall, I enjoyed the trip. Admittedly, this type of format—spending six days traveling around in a vehicle—might not be for everyone. So, before you head off on a safari, make sure to gauge your own endurance!I’d like to give a special mention to our guide. We were so lucky to have him! He was young, energetic, and had a great sense of humor. He shared a wealth of information and made sure everyone understood everything. It’s thanks to him that, on our very first day in Masai Mara, we saw lions, buffalo, a leopard, and elephants. Then, first thing the next morning, we spotted the last of the "Big Five"—a rhinoceros. And for the grand finale—a cheetah with her cubs, caught in the middle of lunch! Thank you so much, Kikitu, for all your hard work!