50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent and highly recommend
Great tour with highly experienced and knowledgeable game drivers who stay with you 24/7 - brilliant ! Very organised although offer flexibility to meet your needs . Drive through vast areas to show you the best and saw an abundance of animals and landscape inc the migration . Accomodation very good
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Cooperative, responsive, trust-worthy.
Experience: 3-day Maasai Mara Experience, private tour for two w/ Land Cruiser.
Tai adventures delivered an exceptional private safari experience for us. In particular James, our guide, went above and beyond to make the experience unforgettable: from his easy going personality all the way to his experience as a guide- he’s a lifelong ranger and international speaker who protected Sudan, the last white rhino. We just about saw everything there was to see in the park (including the big 5) and James made the trip smooth & fun at every step of the way.
All in all we felt very lucky with Tai Adventures being dependable and communicative, James the guide being knowledgeable, fun and flexible and of course the Mother Nature gifting us with this wonderful experience.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
21 Days with Hekima Safaris !The Best Decision We Made
After spending 21 incredible days with Hekima Safaris across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and South Sudan, we can honestly say this was one of the best travel experiences of our lives.
We booked this trip for research, and to be honest, we were a little nervous especially about South Sudan. We couldn’t find any previous reviews showing that Hekima had operated there before, and because of the country’s reputation, we initially thought we should book directly with a South Sudanese company.
Then we spoke to Mopoo.
Instead of making promises just to secure the booking, he was completely honest. He openly told us that South Sudan would be a first for Hekima Safaris, but explained that he had trusted local contacts there, including a close friend he had known from Europe. That level of transparency immediately stood out. He treated us like people, not just customers.
A few days before our arrival, we noticed a few negative comments online. Since this trip was extremely important to us, we called Mopoo and asked every difficult question we had. He stayed calm, professional, answered everything honestly, and even decided to personally join us for the South Sudan part of the journey. That gave us real confidence.
Kenya – A Perfect Start
From the moment we landed in Nairobi, everything ran like clockwork. Our guide, Joseph, welcomed us warmly, and our three days in Amboseli National Park were outstanding. The organization, wildlife sightings, accommodation, and attention to detail were excellent.
Tanzania – Beyond Expectations
Crossing the Namanga Border was seamless, and our Tanzanian guide, Juma, was fantastic. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about wildlife. The safari vehicle was even upgraded beyond what we had requested, making our experience even more comfortable.
At that point, we already knew we had made the right decision choosing Hekima Safaris.
Uganda & South Sudan – The Ultimate Test
We flew to Entebbe, where we were picked up on time by a professional driver in Hekima uniform. Everything was organized perfectly as we traveled through Kampala to Gulu, where we finally met Mopoo in person.
His energy was exactly as we imagined young, calm, positive, and incredibly dedicated. He explained every detail, kept everyone relaxed, and somehow managed to balance serious situations with a great sense of humor.
Then came the South Sudan border.
If you’ve read about this crossing online, you’ll probably understand why we were worried. It wasn’t the easiest border experience, but this is where Hekima truly proved itself.
Mopoo went above and beyond. He handled conversations with officials professionally, protected us from unnecessary stress, and made sure everything was completed properly without asking us to pay random unofficial fees that we had heard so much about before traveling.
Throughout the trip, we noticed something special about him.
He genuinely loves what he does.
Even when unexpected situations happened and they always can during long expeditions Mopoo, our drivers, and his local friend Ashel handled everything with patience, care, and professionalism. We could see he was constantly coordinating logistics, answering calls, and making sure every part of our journey worked smoothly.
We later learned he had spent years helping travelers through Couchsurfing, and honestly, it made perfect sense. Hospitality seems to be part of who he is.
Why We Recommend Hekima Safaris
* Complete honesty from the very beginning.
* Excellent guides in every country.
* Smooth logistics across multiple borders.
* Professional and well-maintained safari vehicles.
* Quick solutions when unexpected challenges arose.
* Personal care that made us feel like friends rather than clients.
As we write this from the airport on our way home, we’re already talking about coming back.
Thank you, Mopoo and the entire Hekima Safaris team.
Keep growing. Keep doing what you’re doing.
We will recommend Hekima Safaris to anyone looking for an authentic East African adventure especially if you’re planning a multi-country journey that requires a company you can truly trust.
See you again soon.
With lots of love,
Two very grateful travelers ❤️
RU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The perfect Safari recipe
Thank you for 4 great days on Safari! 😍 It was something!
I saw all the animals so close! I will take a lot of impressions with me to Russia. I loved Tanzania with all my heart ❤️
Special thanks to our guides. They are the best!
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized and experienced
We spent 9 days in Tanzania, doing only safari. It is a difficult journey, so it is very important to prepare It carefully in any detail.
Savannah Explorer was always present before and during the journey,answering to all our questions and suggesting changes when adviceable, thus giving us the chance to live a wonderful safari.
Great coordination and high level of hospitality
The tour was amazing.From the shuttle service to and from the airport to the safari drive.The tour guide were friendly and did everything they could to make the trip enjoyable.It was a hustle free safari,the best vacation we ever had.I will give 10/10 for the service and it was worthy every penny.
GR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Welcoming, helping and professional.
We did the 7-day twende safari and it was well rounded providing both great wildlife and cultural experiences. We got to see many parks( as this was our goal instead of focusing on less main parks) but we didn’t feel like we were missing on wildlife action. It’s one of the best value for money as it offers very good accommodations as well as entries in the main parks of Tanzania in a very competitive price. Our local driver, Tarimo, was also very polite, sweet and patient as well as a professional and really tried to make our experience better.
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect organization and amazing safari!
We booked a 3 day safari with the family. It was perfectly organized by Elizabeth, especially because we flew in from zanzibar to serengeti. There our driver Leopold guided us for the next 3 days and showed us not only the big 5 but also many more, we really had the feeling we saw nearly every animal species in serengeti and ngorongoro, it was truly amazing! Also Leopold always provided us with information and had a perfect feeling to be at the right place in the right time to see everything! Thank you Elizabeth and Leopold for the amazing safari, we would recommend it to everyone!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent
I really enjoyed. The trip was amazing. We saw a lot of animals. The guide called Mompati fantastic. We enjoyed his company and experience. Food delicious. I recommend you to try.
TN
Gorgeous
The staff were very welcoming and the car was immaculate.
The lodge was just perfect and Denis was a very good French-speaking guide.
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