CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
WOW! Wath a fantastic Safari!
Wow! What a wonderful safari experience in Kenya and Tanzania!! Thank you to our organizer who guided us through all our choices and during the safaris. He responded quickly to all our questions despite the time difference with Canada. David is super friendly, and the two drivers we had were fantastic. Thank you to Boniface in Kenya and Godfrey in Tanzania. The organizer is reliable and offers good value for money. I highly recommend them. Thank you, David!!!!
PL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Unforgettable Encounter: Tracking the Elusive Shoebill Stork and visit at Botanical Garden
Tracking the prehistoric, enigmatic shoebill stork had been at the top of my wildlife bucket list for years. Birders know how elusive and unpredictable these magnificent creatures can be in the dense wetlands, so heading out on the water, my expectations were tempered with cautious optimism. From start to finish, however, this excursion exceeded every imaginable hope.
While the shoebill sighting was the undisputed highlight, what truly elevated this excursion was our phenomenal guide, Shafic.
From our very first greeting, his passion for wildlife conservation and local ecology was infectious.
He didn't just spot wildlife; he interpreted it. His understanding of shoebill and other birds' behavior, nesting habits, and wetland botany added incredible depth to the excursion.
Throughout the trip, Shafic along with our other guide showed friendly demeanor, patience with amateur photographers, and genuine excitement — celebrating right alongside us when we spotted the stork and other birds — made the entire day feel like an adventure with a close friend.
Communication with Shafic and the office was a model one, both before, during and after the excursion day.
Tips for Future Travelers:
Book the early morning departure; the wetland is calm, lighting is gentle, and shoebills are most actively foraging before midday heat sets in.
Bring a telephoto lens or at least decent binoculars, a wide-brimmed hat, insect repellent, and a light windbreaker for the boat ride.
Verdict: An absolute must-do for nature lovers, photographers, and serious birders alike. A flawless, bucket-list adventure that I will cherish forever!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Arun was incredible, his expertise really shone through and his patience was second to none.
The whole experience from start to finish was amazing. Hands down the best tour we have ever done and probably will ever do. Arun was the most amazing guide his expertise really shone through as he navigated through the park seamlessly. He knew the park like the back of his hand and he managed to get us close up to all of the big 5. I can’t recommend Arun enough from the very beginning he was extremely friendly and he felt like a part of the family come the end. We were left completely speechless by the end of the safari. Value for money was second to none and most importantly we felt comfortable and safe at all points of the tour.
