US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Seamless experience!
We had a phenomenal experience working with Blends of Africa to arrange our honeymoon safari. From the very first inquiry, they stood out for their clear, detailed, and transparent pricing—something that’s rare among safari operators. There were no hidden costs, no vague estimates, just an honest and straightforward breakdown of every element of the trip. That immediately gave us confidence that we were working with the right company.
Everything ran smoothly before and once we arrived. We had done a lot of our own research and knew exactly where we wanted to go and stay, and even though our itinerary did not fall into one of the preset tours the company already had, they still handled all the arrangements flawlessly—coordinating transfers, domestic flights, and logistics between camps. Every detail was thought through, and we never once had to worry about schedules or connections. They communicated with the camps before and during our stay, and the camps commented on how attentive our outfitter was, and they were impressed with their concern for us.
Throughout the planning process, communication was excellent. They were always responsive, patient with our many questions, and willing to make adjustments so the itinerary was tailored to exactly to what we wanted.
They had no issues handling some last-minute changes we made during the trip when we decided to return to Nairobi early. They had someone ready to drive us around for the day for some sightseeing and watch our luggage, with very little notice and at a reasonable cost.
Another huge advantage is that Blends of Africa is a local company rather than a foreign outfitter, allowing us to support people on the ground directly. The value for money was outstanding and the same price (or better!) as booking ourselves and less expensive than other outfitters for the same itinerary.
Everything exceeded our expectations, and we had a seamless, unforgettable safari experience. I cannot recommend Robert, Mary, Ben, and team highly enough—if you’re looking for a reliable, professional, and genuinely excellent safari operator, they’re the one to choose.
P.S. we stayed at Loldia House in Naivasha and Kicheche Valley in Naboisho for 6 nights - a perfect combo! If we were do do anything differently, we would have spent more time on safari and done Laikipia or Amboseli or another day at Kicheche. We did do 3 days at Diani Beach which was pleasant but we preferred the safari experience more! Whatever you choose, ask Robert for recommendations, he knows his stuff!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent experience from start to finish
My traveling companions and I booked a 3-day, 2-night safari in Amboseli to cap off some medical mission work we were doing in Kenya.
First off, booking the tour was very easy. I was sent a detailed quote with the itinerary and total costs, which included the tour itself, the accommodations, transportation from wherever you're staying to the meeting location near Nairobi. No hidden costs, very straight-forward, the booking process was pleasant and no-fuss. They will literally take care of all the details for you, communicating and updating you along the way; all you have to do is show up for your tour and enjoy your experience. Our tour guide, John was phenomenal. He was friendly, helpful, professional, and fun to hang out with while he shared his vast knowledge of the reserve during our tour and all the wildlife that live within it. We can tell that it wasn't just a job for him, but that he still enjoyed his business and has a passion for it. Amboseli is an elephant mecca, you are guaranteed to see these beautiful beasts by the herd in Amboseli. We also saw tons of zebra, gazelle, impala, baboons, giraffes, wildebeest, ostrich, hippos, and we even encountered the lions on our last day! Our lodgings were clean, comfortable, and pretty with a gorgeous view of Kilimanjaro in the background (though it was hidden under cloud cover during our stay). I would relive this extraordinary tour if I could, request John as my tour guide, and add more days. What a wonderful experience!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
An unforgettable experience, made truly special thanks to our guide, China. Initially a bit reserved, he turned out to be an outstanding guide with 21 years of experience and deep knowledge of the land.
The lodges we stayed at were overall nice, with the last one (Voi Safari Lodge) offering a breathtaking view that truly stood out.
The agency (with Antony as our main contact) was very helpful and responsive throughout the planning process.
However, there were a few aspects that could have been communicated more clearly in advance. The remaining balance had to be paid in cash upon arrival, but the evening before the safari started, we were asked to hand over the money to a collaborator who would come to our private hotel. We preferred to give it directly to the guide in person the next morning, as originally expected.
Also, paying in local currency instead of US dollars ended up costing us more, due to the higher exchange rate applied by the lodges (compared to the official rate found online). This is definitely something that should be mentioned in advance, especially for travelers coming from Europe, where US dollars are not commonly used and need to be ordered from a bank.
Overall, it was a truly emotional and well-organized trip — one we will remember forever.
China number one!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Extremely supportive and effective
Just spent a 5-6days safari with Amshar. The experience has been unforgettable and incredible also thanks to Amshar who perfectly organized the whole trip. I really appreciated:
1) customer support: always rapid in replying any kind of question by WhatsApp which is an effective channel for communicating and supportive in helping us in everything we needed or any concerns or doubts we had
2) customisation of the itinerary: having specific available days, it was possible to personalize the tour at a really good value for money
3) guide/driver: special mention to Aloyce that has been wonderful. Very kind but especially extraordinary for the experience we had. He drove in a very safe way bringing us across Tanzania. He was super effective in showing us all the animals and show up in the right place for the animals we were looking for. Also he is experienced so he knows where to go, if a route is safe or not, ecc.. we never got lost or stuck and we timely move from one spot to the other. Overall really effective in everything.
US
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our tour operator was an amazing person, and she ensured every detail of our trip ran smoothly.
If you are looking for a great experience, especially on safari, Tanzania Choice Safaris is the way to go. Not only are they amazing people, but they care deeply about every detail of your trip, making sure that you leave Tanzania satisfied with your experience, and with a full heart. We came to Tanzania knowing no one, and we left with new special people in our lives, including the operators of Tanzania Choice Safaris, that we now call friends and people we hope to see again in the near future. I highly recommend Tanzania Choice Safaris!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari and Tanzania experience! Couldn't of asked or dreamed of more!
Fantastic travel company. Organised an amazing two weeks for us to go on safari, experience Tanzania, and relax in Zanzibar. They planned everything for us, family of four, and then delivered it with excellence. We had the best guide for the safari; extremely knowledgeable, planned each day to give us an amazing experience, and respected the animals and landscape we were in. We saw and experience everything! All the accommodation was amazing, lodges, tented camps, etc. Each night a new and amazing experience. Spent time meeting with local people, learning the culture, etc., eye opening! And then relaxed in Zanzibar, an amazing hotel with the best beach. Everyone at Shadows of Africa went the extra mile to make everything perfect for us. If you want the best you have to choose Shadows of Africa. Get Karen to plan everything for you. And get Eugene to be your guide. Thank you!
BR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect & Amazing Experience
Since the first contact with Safari 365 I was very well served by Stephanie, who was always available and eager to help. They supported all the planning, even when I changed destination, with patience and care. Their suggestions were exactly what I was looking for. My vacation was amazing, and there were no glitches or issues.
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fun, Flexible, and Totally Know the Safari Game
Super flexible and really have excellent expertise in the field – they made the whole safari experience smooth, fun, and unforgetable. You could tell they had a deep understanding of the area, the wildlife, and how to adapt plans to make the most of each day.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular and our guide Michael has been a 10 at all times. Explaining and helping us, a luxury!
The assessment of this safari is very positive. First of all, because the hotels have been very good and the food very good.
As for the safaris, they have been very interesting (choosing Nyere and Mikumi allows you to see two different landscapes and different animals). In addition, we enjoyed the river excursion and the morning excursion was very good. The visit to the tribe was very interesting.
But the most important thing has been our guide, Michael, a very patient person and always with a smile. He has explained everything to us about the animals on the safari, the villages and the culture of Tanzania. Always attentive to us and caring about us. In addition, he is a great driver, you can tell that he has been doing this for years. And he loves his job, and he has transmitted this to us. We believe that without Michael we would not have had such a good experience. He has been a 10, congratulations for his work and for having him on the team. A person and worker that everyone would want to have on their team.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Experience and Service
We would highly recommend Balu Travel Ltd for safari in Masai Mara. Morris with Balu Travel arranged for our safari tour and gave recommendations on hotels to suit our needs and budget. He answered all questions promptly starting months ahead to the day of travel.
Carlos was our driver and guide for the three day tour and was exceptional! He provided for our safety throughout the tour and was adept at finding animals in Masai Mara. We engaged him almost constantly with questions and enjoyed our discussions along with humorous moments. We highly recommend Balu Travel and Carlos as driver and guide