20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Memorable First Safari
This was our first safari trip and it exceeded all of our expectations and more. We were lucky to have a fantastic driver and guide named Clinton. He not only showed us the wildlife but also provided extensive insights about the country's history, culture and its national parks. We had the chance to see a variety of animals, with some encounters being very close and memorable. The accommodations were quite satisfactory, and the meals were mostly served buffet-style, with lunch provided in a box. Overall, everything was well-organized and carefully planned.
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience
We did a 3-day safari with Go Makini from Zanzibar to Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, and it was absolutely incredible. Naomi was fantastic in helping organize everything smoothly, and our guide/driver, Prayer, truly made the experience unforgettable.
Prayer was extremely knowledgeable, well-prepared, and passionate, not just about guiding us but also about protecting the environment and wildlife. Unlike other drivers we saw rushing past, he took the time to respect the animals and their space, and it made our experience feel so much more meaningful. He even went out of his way to help other drivers when they had trouble, which really showed his character and professionalism.
We had an amazing and authentic safari experience.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very friendly and made sure we are comfortable
Very comfortable bus, good WiFi, safe driving and beautiful views.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime experience, Apodiformes Adventures are masters of their craft!!
What else can we say about our Kenyan Safari trip other than, it was the best experience of our lives thanks to Apodiformes Adventures, Fredrick and William.
I began the search approx 6 months before our trip and it was quite overwhelming. There are thousands of operators with great reviews so my advice would be to get stuck in and start discussing your potential trip via whatsapp / email as early as possible. With this in mind, I cannot tell you how amazing Fredrick was from day one. As soon as I enquired he Whatsapped me straight away and we discussed how to create the best bespoke itinerary for our trip / dates / locations.
We received a couple of really well put together itineraries via email and once we'd decided, the process was super smooth and we knew we were in for an incredible 5 days.
On the lead up, Fredrick was super communicative, checking in on our flights, when we would land, if we needed anything along the way and this was such a lovely touch. Once we landed and had settled the remainder of the funds in person, and we were picked up by William from our hotel.
Words cannot describe how amazing William was as a guide. We were so elated when meeting him and him being Masai, it made our long drives even more interesting as we got a real insight into how the Masai live. He was so happy to discuss their music, traditions, dress etc and we got to know him so well.
The safari itself was everything we'd hoped for. We spent two days exploring Amboseli National Park, one day in Tsavo West and our final day in Taita Hills. What is so important is how well connected William was. He was constantly speaking with other guides in each park, getting updates as to where there had been sightings and taking us there with no hesitation.
We feel incredibly lucky to have seen well over 100 Elephants, Lions, Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest, Antelope, Gazelle, Hippo, Flamingo, Buffalo, Baboons, Civet Cat, Vervet Monkeys, Hyena, Jackal and dozens of species of bird, the list goes on and on.
William was the best guide we could have hoped for and was so lovely day to day. Making sure we were comfortable and kept great time whilst allowing flexibility if we needed it. The vehicle was so impressive and he was a master driver.
We can recommend Apodiformes Adventures and William enough. If you're after a life changing safari experience, look no further :)
We will be forever grateful to William and Fredrick. Thank you Apodiformes!!!
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip to Zanzibar!
We booked our Zanzibar trip through Safari Soles and had an amazing experience. Everything was so well organised — from airport transfers to tours and activity reservations — which made the trip completely stress-free.
A special thanks to Diana, who was incredibly helpful throughout. She patiently discussed options with us over WhatsApp, helped plan the perfect itinerary, and even spent a lot of time brainstorming changes when our airline altered the flight schedule.
Our driver, Suleiman, who was with us for three of the five days, was also fantastic — very friendly and always made us feel comfortable.
Overall, we couldn’t recommend Safari Soles more highly for anyone visiting Zanzibar!
AM
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Most Romantic and Adventurous Safari
We collaborated with Patrick to develop this wonderful itinerary, visiting the Serengeti lodge, Ngorongoro Wild Camp, and Highview Hotel, all of which were magnificent. I must express my gratitude to Patrick for his meticulous organization of the trip, which featured a well-structured schedule. Our guide Shaban was exceptional and very attentive. We experienced incredible wildlife and breathtaking landscapes across Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. We shared many special moments, getting close to elephants, lions, cheetahs, rhinos, vultures, baboons, jackals, hyenas, giraffes, antelopes, and zebras. Truly, it was the most romantic and adventurous journey we have undertaken together as a couple.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable experience for mother and daughter
We had a fantastic safari experience to Lake Mburo as mother and daughter. Through a friend, Gari Trips was highly reccomended. From the very beginning, everything was well organized. Emmanuel always responded quickly and soon we had put together the perfect itinerary with excellent accommodation.
Our guide Eddy was wonderful, always on time, enthusiastic, and great company during the trip. He has extensive knowledge about both culture and nature, and his natural passion for birds made the safari even more enjoyable. Thanks to his guidance, all activities went smoothly.
We went on a game drive, enjoyed a boat trip, and visited beautiful viewpoints. And Lake Mburo has even more to offer, such as cycling and walking safaris – a unique opportunity to add variety to the classic game drive. What makes this park very special.
It was truly an unforgettable adventure and a very special first safari experience for my mother, who visited Africa for the first time. Uganda is an absolute recommendation, and with such excellent organization and guidance, we were able to fully enjoy both the beauty of nature and our time together. Also the car was very comfortable for the long drives!
Thankyou Emmanuel and Eddy, looking forward for the next time when my sister will join as well!
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience
We had a great trip with our family this summer. The safari was neatly organised across several parks and the two countries (Kenya and Tanzania). Thanks to the team.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Bwindi is amazing!
I had a 2 day itinerary from Kigali to both the Volcanoes National Park and the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Ronnie was my driver and the car was very comfortable (this is important for me as I can get travel sick otherwise). The tour was nicely paced. Seeing the golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park was great but the real highlight was Bwindi Impenetrable Forest: trekking families of gorillas was amazing! I went for the midrange itinerary and the lodge I stayed in had absolutely beautiful views over the mountains.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect
We had the most incredible 4-day canoeing adventure with our amazing guides, Thomas and Tich. From the very first moment, they made us feel completely safe and taken care of. Everything was beyond our expectations: paddling among hippos, crocodiles, and elephants, enjoying delicious meals under the stars, and falling asleep in our tents with the magical sounds of nature all around us. This was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we will never forget – absolutely unforgettable!
