35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Initial reasonable price comes at a cost - an uncomfortable experience
Pre-trip communication was top notch from Tracy.
As expected on any and all safaris in the Masai Mara / Serengeti - we saw everything we expected to (except Rhino) - but that's a given, that's why people travel from all over the globe to this place. So I'll not focus on what we saw but the rest of our experience.
The cost of the safari which included a one night stay in a camp site near the Masai Mara was about $1560 for 3 people.
I initially thought the price was reasonable, but the quality of the vehicle was really poor (super uncomfortable, poor leg room, leaked / poured water when raining in multiple places simultaneously) and the camp site was awful (food, bed comfort, service - all of it).
Whilst the driver / guide was friendly and somewhat knowledgeable, we did have to hold him to account a few times. E.g. he told us to have breakfast in the campsite at 0530 ready to leave at 0630 (service is very slow so you do need to leave an hour for a greasy omelette). Half asleep we were there at 0530 and ready to leave 0625, which is when he strolls in and sits down to order his breakfast. We had to tell him "We're ready to leave, we were up at 0430 packing and here for breakfast an hour ago ordering and eating like you told us, but now you want us to wait an hour for you to order and eat? No, not happening sorry, let's go". This kind of attitude just sours the experience, although he took this well without complaint / attitude, it's just unnecessary. Be professional and remember this is a once in a life time experience for most.
Given how affordable both accommodation and vehicle hire is in Kenya (especially in low season when we went), I think $1500+ for a one night trip is too pricey. Had a more appropriate vehicle been provided, and had the accommodation felt less one star and more three star, I think it'd make a vast difference.
In a nutshell, I would not recommend this experience.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Dream 5 Day Safari Journey with Incredible Game Drives, Knowledgeable Guide and Outstanding Care
Choosing Wildebeest Footsteps Adventures for our 5-day safari was the best decision we could have made. The entire experience was seamless, from booking to the final day. The team was responsive, helpful, and clearly dedicated to providing an exceptional safari experience.
Each game drive was an adventure, filled with incredible wildlife sightings and stunning landscapes. Our guide was not only skilled but also very passionate, which made every moment more engaging. He went above and beyond to ensure we saw as much as possible and that we were always comfortable.
The accommodations were beautiful and well selected, offering both comfort and a sense of being close to nature. We also enjoyed the delicious meals and the friendly service throughout the trip. This safari created memories we will cherish forever, and we highly recommend Wildebeest Footsteps Adventures.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Prudence is just lovely, she was so knowledgeable.
We had a great experience. Prudence was very helpful and knowledgeable on the Falls. She allowed us to enjoy the tour our way which was also really special.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Family adventure with Herbivore
Visiting Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater with HERBIVORE AFRICAN EXPEDITIONS was the best wildlife adventure experience in Tanzania with my family. We enjoyed every game drive with our professional guide and observed the incredible density of animals. Watching my family's reactions to each sighting made the trip even more memorable. We felt we were part of something much bigger than ourselves.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent experience, passionate and committed professional operator
Hope Tours operator drove long distances in the night arriving in Musanze at 1:00 am and still kept time to reach me at the hotel around 5:30 am in the morning. This is great! His detail briefing made my gorilla trekking easier and less scary😂. Getting me raincoat (had forgotten it) and a banana to help me no faint as I climb over 2800m high. In short, really appreciated the amazing experience from Hope Tours Rwanda.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent communication, always on time
Excellent communication, always on time, good experience with this company
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
Our safari experience with Exploring Safaris was truly unforgettable! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized and exceeded our expectations. We were lucky enough to see all the animals—and an unbelievable number of lions, which was absolutely thrilling!
A special mention to Atif uncle, who was incredibly warm, patient, and accommodating throughout the trip. Traveling with a four-year-old can be challenging, but he went above and beyond to keep our little one engaged and entertained, making the journey enjoyable for the whole family.
The Ngorongoro trip was honestly one of the most amazing experiences we’ve ever had. The views, the wildlife, and the overall experience were just magical. Atif uncle made sure we didn’t miss a thing and took extra effort to help us spot every possible animal.
Highly recommend Exploring Safaris to anyone looking for a well-planned, memorable, and family-friendly safari adventure!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Prompt, knowledgeable, organized
We were looking for a company through which we would book our African holiday. Contemplated some Australian and African travel agents but wanted someone who could not just sell us a package but someone who really knew where to go, what to do and how to do it properly. We Googled and up came Untamed Safaris, checked the reviews and there was nothing but very positive comments. We felt comfortable we were dealing with an Australian company and not just an unknown ( to us ) African company.
We contacted Ryan and found him to very knowledgeable, was always prompt with his responses and also had various itineraries to contemplate. We also thought his pricing was very reasonable especially as we requested quality private game park accommodation, safaris and tours. We were not disappointed, he was certainly across our requirements and only had praise for his selections.
We resulted in visiting South Africa, Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and Chobe National Park Botswana, all worth visiting.
Another thing we really liked was he organized all transfers, airport to accommodation, vice a vera, pickups for game parks and so on. It took out any stress having to determine if the taxi company we chose was safe and going to get us there.
Overall everything ran like clockwork, no hiccups, no delays including all flights which he booked. We were impressed.
We could only recommend Ryan and his small team, Africa was great and if we go again would book through Untamed Safaris.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once you go on a safari in Africa, you’ll never forget it for the rest of your life.
Regarding the guide: Peter was extremely punctual, warm-hearted, and responsible. He was also humorous and talkative, with a deep understanding of animals. He worked diligently to locate them and executed all arrangements flawlessly, without any mistakes, enabling us to gather all the Big Five of Africa
2. Regarding accommodation: The Pride Inn Mara experience was excellent, with attentive and warm service, and the food was the best. Serena Mara didn't meet expectations—rooms were relatively small, and the service was somewhat careless. However, the night safari we booked separately from the hotel was absolutely worth it. We chose Serena precisely for the night safari, so overall it was still a worthwhile option.
3. Overall, we are very satisfied with the service of Africa Celebrity. The Chinese customer service provided quick quotes, prompt responses, and convenient payment options. Our request to arrange a good guide was also fulfilled
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
This will be the most memorable trip of my life
A huge thank you to our guide, Peter. Throughout our 8-day safari, he was incredibly responsible and passionate. With his expertise in spotting wildlife, he led us to see lions feeding, a lion pride, and leopards—these were the most unforgettable highlights of our trip.
