TW
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable experience
While Burundi is off the beaten path for most tourists, it holds undeniable potential. I recently completed a three-day tour with this company. Here are the highlights and drawbacks of my trip:
Pros:
#Exceptional Guide: David, the owner and a proud local, was an incredible guide—passionate, knowledgeable, and energetic. Traveling with a local owner makes navigating the country seamless, and he offers fantastic insider travel tips.
#Must-See Attractions: The traditional drum sanctuary is a magnificent, powerful experience. The chimpanzee trekking was another highlight; I was fortunate to spot chimps within just 10 minutes! With zero crowd and significantly lower permit fees compared to neighboring countries, it was an incredible value.
Cons:
#Hotel Miscommunications: On the day of my trek, the hotel forgot to prepare my requested packed breakfast. Furthermore, despite my itinerary including dinner, hotel staff occasionally mistakenly asked for payment.
#Infrastructure Challenges: Severe fuel shortages cause intermittent power outages lasting up to 12 hours. Refueling also occasionally delayed our daily schedule.
#Rough Road Conditions: Given the mountainous terrain and poor road maintenance, travel times between spots can be longer than expected.
Final Thoughts:
Despite these minor hiccups, Burundi is a hidden African gem with incredibly friendly locals. My guide went above and beyond to ensure my comfort, even expressing sincere apology when small issues occurred. Highly recommended for adventurous travelers!
JP
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An incredible safari with amazing guides, great organization, and unforgettable wildlife encounters!
My safari with Altezza Travel was unforgettable! The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and made every day special. Everything was well organized, and I highly recommend them!
TH
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything went like clockwork
From airport pickup to quality of hotels selected we were happy with every aspect of the service we received. Our private jeep was comfortable and our guide knowledgable. We took his advice and were delighted with the outcomes. Early morning start from the lodge with packed breakfast gave us some unforgettable experiences with the wildlife. We had limited time but the route and choice of national parks was perfect. I carefully printed out every voucher the agent provided us with but I never need to show any of them. 100% reliability and value for money
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply the best
I trusted Altezza with organising the first part of our honeymoon, the safari one.
Everything went exactly as planned, and actually exceeded our expectations. We always felt that we were being taken care of. The team is amazing: responsive, kind, and proactive on proposing things that they think might make the experience better.
Totally recommended if you want to enjoy the safari without having to worry about all the rest.
Big shoutout to Nadia, Goodluck, Joseph, Noel, and our new friend Stephen (the best animal spotter in the earth).
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good Value and Responsive Service
We had a very enjoyable safari with Amazing Memories Safaris and felt it offered good value for a mid-range trip. Titus was patient, offered helpful suggestions when planning the itinerary, and was very responsive throughout.
Overall, we were happy with the experience, though there were a couple of areas for improvement. Once we arrived, we found that some parts of the itinerary could have been better planned. We had also been assured that the hotels would be informed about our birthday and anniversary celebrations, but the promised arrangements did not come through.
Despite these shortcomings, we came away satisfied with the trip. A little more attention to the itinerary and follow-through on special requests would have made it even better.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the best experiences of my life
My wife and I chose this operator because, after contacting several others, this one made a great impression on us—and we weren't wrong. Going on safari with this operator was the best decision we could have made. Everything went exactly as planned, and the experience was truly rewarding. Vasco stayed in touch with us throughout the safari and was incredibly attentive; he is a very friendly person who was a huge help to us. Our safari guide, Rocky, was a fantastic companion over those five days and a wonderful person. Thanks to him, we saw a vast array of wildlife and learned a great deal about this magnificent country. I highly recommend booking your safari with Sacred Wilderness Expedition to ensure an extraordinary experience.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Safari Experience with an Incredible Team! 🐘🦁❤
We couldn’t have imagined a better safari experience! From start to finish, everything was absolutely amazing. The wildlife we got to see, the breathtaking landscapes, and the unforgettable moments we shared made this trip truly special.
A huge thank you to our guide, Allen, who made the entire experience so incredible. His knowledge, passion, kindness, and enthusiasm made every game drive exciting and memorable. He always went above and beyond to make sure we had the best possible experience and created unforgettable moments throughout our safari. The same goes for our wonderful cook, Fedastian, whose delicious meals and warm, caring nature made the entire experience even more special.
Mama Africa always went above and beyond to make sure all our safari wishes and expectations came true, and her warmth, kindness, and the incredible hospitality of her entire family made us feel so welcome and cared for throughout the whole experience.
We would recommend this safari to absolutely anyone visiting Tanzania. If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience with an amazing guide, look no further! We are so grateful for this experience and will remember it for the rest of our lives.🦁❤️
TR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
He is so king and he knows a lot knowladge about animals,roads and african culture.
Tour was so good and effective for us .we feel very comfortable in bus and each hıtels.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
If I could give Theodore more than five stars I would!
We required very early transport from our lodge at Kruger National Park. Theodore arranged for early entry into the park and was there 30 minutes before we expected, which greatly put our minds at ease as we were concerned about having enough time at the airport. A delightful, kind, humble man. We recommend him highly!!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Safari Experience with Mournic Adventures!
We had an amazing 9-day safari and beach holiday with Mournic Adventures. From the very beginning, victor was responsive, professional, and patient in customizing the itinerary to fit our arrival and departure times. The final quote was very reasonable and transparent.
The trip covered Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Tsavo West, Tsavo East, and Diani Beach. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and the private 4x4 Land Cruiser was comfortable with a pop-up roof for great game viewing. The accommodations were well chosen, and the SGR train and domestic flight back to Nairobi made the journey smooth.
Highly recommended for anyone looking for a well-organized and memorable Kenyan safari!
