A trip like no other I’ve taken!
We chose this medium level safari thinking the accommodations, food and service wouldn’t be great but every aspect of this tour far exceeded our expectations! From the beginning when I was working with Grace to arrange our safari to the last night in the Arusha hotel everything was top notch!
All of our accommodations were first rate…even the bush camp tent had, two separate bedrooms, a large living area and two en-suite bathrooms! The two other lodges and the Arusha hotel were also excellent. All meals were included in this tour and they were excellent. We even had hot lunches while on safari!
Charles, our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the animals and parks. He made sure we saw every animal! He, along with Grace, was also so helpful when we needed to make a change in our tour. Just the best service from both of these people!
In short, I can recommend this safari with Suricata with no reservations!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Serengeti Fly-In Safari with Rioba Safari
Tailored Comfort & Thoughtful Planning
As retirees who wanted to experience the beauty of Tanzania without the physical strain of long, bumpy overland drives (often called the "African massage"), Rioba Safari created the absolute perfect itinerary for us. Their 4-Day / 3-Night Fly-In & Fly-Out Serengeti Package was exactly what we needed, allowing us to arrive refreshed and maximize our time in the park.
Incredible Wildlife & Game Drives
Having three full days of game drives allowed us to explore the Serengeti at a comfortable pace. The wildlife sightings were beyond our expectations:
The Big Five: We spotted four out of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo)—missing only the elusive rhino!
The Wildebeest Migration: Witnessing the great migration in person was a true bucket-list moment that we will cherish forever.
Exceptional Logistics & Personal Care
A very special thank you to our safari organizer, Donant. From start to finish, his attention to detail made our entire journey smooth and completely worry-free:
He personally handled all of our airport transfers, ensuring every transition was seamless.
His reliability and constant support meant we could relax and focus entirely on the experience.
Final Verdict
If you are looking for a reliable, thoughtful, and expertly organized safari—especially if you prefer a comfortable fly-in option—we cannot recommend Rioba Safari highly enough. Thank you to Donant and the team for a smooth, unforgettable adventure!
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An All Around Wonderful Experience
We just returned from a marvelous trip to Kenya, hosted by Beyond the Plains Safaris. We had originally (6 months before the scheduled departure) booked a tour with another safari operator. However, once they had our substantial deposit, we received no responses to our emails (they bounced back) or phone calls (disconnected). Now, with non-refundable plane tickets and only 6 weeks before our travel date during the high tourist season, I was in a panic that my bucket list trip was not going to happen.
At that point, I asked ChatGPT what to do. Voila, Beyond the Plains Safaris to the rescue! Very quickly, Maurine was in touch with me, asked what we wanted our trip to include, and custom-tailored a private safari to match our dates and desired itinerary. Once booked, Maurine continued to stay in touch, rapidly responding to any questions and sharing trip details. We felt like we were finally in good hands.
As for our 13-day safari, it was perfect! The parks selected and the accommodations were all what we had hoped for. In particular, Peter, our driver/guide, was outstanding. His ability to spot animals was phenomenal. Moreover, once spotted, Peter did a heroic job of getting us in the best position to view the animals. He also had a good relationship with the other driver/guides, sharing sighting information with them, which greatly increased our viewing opportunities. The close-up animal encounters we had (and so many of them!) were beyond our expectations, and this was not our first safari.
Thank you, Beyond the Plains Safaris; we couldn’t have been more pleased.
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An adventure I’ll never forget, had a brilliant and friendly tour guide Jesse who was very helpful and taught us a lot!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience for first-timers!
We had an amazing experience with Axis Africa. Our guide, Collin Sempele, was the absolute best! He is clearly extremely experienced and knew just where to take us to spot animals in the park! He was also very accommodating to our allergy requests, which gave us amazing peace of mind and allowed us to focus on the experience. Overall, highly recommend and, if you can, request Collin to guarantee an amazing time!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing memories safari gave us excactly what we expected: Amazing memories!
Amazing memories safari gave us the best experience from start to end.
We had four days which included driving from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru where we had half a day of safari. The next day we drove to Masai Mara and had half a day with game safari. The preceeding day we did a full day of safarii. The last day we drive back to Nairobi and had a stop at the Masai village.
Brian helped us tailor our four day’s to our needs and was always very helpful to answer our questions. We were also very lucky to have Simon as our guide who was giving us an incredible experience seeing many different animals. I don’t think we would have seen the big 5 +++ without him. My personal favourite was to watch the wildebeest cross the Mar River, which Simon secured an incredible view for us to watch.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All the Animals, Wonderful Experience
Our travel party was two families of 4.
Thanks to our excellent guides Filex and Amiri, we were able to see everyone’s favorite animals - plenty of lions, elephants, cheetahs, and even a few rhinos. Everyone left thrilled.
We settled on Suricata after doing a thorough price comparison and combing through review feedback. They lived up to our expectations. We had minor car issues that the drivers handled admirably
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our 8-Day Safari with Ramble Africa: A Trip We’d Book Again Without Hesitation
Five adults, eight days, four incredible national parks, and one unforgettable guide — our safari with Ramble Africa exceeded every expectation we had going in.
Booking and Communication
Everything about the pre-trip process was refreshingly smooth. All communication happened in English, and we were able to finalize every detail while still in Germany — no last-minute surprises, no confusion. We paid the full amount in advance, which meant we didn’t need to carry cash or deal with high-fee ATM withdrawals in Kenya. For anyone who values a stress-free start to their trip, this made a real difference.
Arrival and Route
On the first morning, we were greeted warmly in Nairobi by the organizer and our guide, who picked us up in our safari vehicle. Over the following eight days, we visited the Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Lake Naivasha — a route that offered a fantastic mix of landscapes and wildlife.
Accommodation
We stayed in a mix of lodges and standard hotels, both booked at a mid-range level. The lodges were our favorite — they felt more authentic and had a distinct character that the hotels sometimes lacked. That said, both categories delivered on the essentials: friendly staff, cleanliness, delicious food, and an overall hassle-free experience. Even when early-morning game drives meant we missed breakfast, the staff always packed us lunch boxes without us having to ask twice.
The Safari Vehicle
We traveled in a typical safari tourist vehicle — clean, safe, and well-equipped. Both the front seats and the rear cabin had access to an opening roof, which let us view animals not just through the windows but from above as well. The roof doubled as sun protection during the long drives between parks, which was a nice practical touch.
Accuracy of the Offer
What we saw matched exactly what was promised. The hotels and lodges lived up to the photos we’d been sent beforehand — nothing was exaggerated or oversold. Given that we booked mid-range accommodations, the standard consistently met Western expectations. For most travelers, this category is more than sufficient.
Our Guide: Aron
If there’s one thing we want to highlight above all, it’s our guide, Aron. He showed us every animal we could have hoped to see and was incredibly knowledgeable about Kenya, patiently answering all our questions. Even after early starts and six-hour drives, his energy and motivation to give us the best possible experience never dropped.
What stood out most was how much he genuinely loves his job and does it with fairness and care. Despite spotting every animal on our list, he never pushed past other tourists in the parks or tried to put us ahead unnecessarily. He simply knew where to find the best sightings and got us there. Rather than startling the wildlife, he’d watch how the animals moved and position the vehicle perfectly, letting them approach naturally — which gave us the best possible photos.
He’s also an exceptionally careful driver, both inside and outside the parks. When another vehicle got stuck in the sand, he didn’t hesitate to help pull it out. Aron made this trip unforgettable.
Tips for Anyone Considering This Trip
• Pay everything online in advance so you don’t need to carry cash.
• Register for M-Pesa if possible — it makes tipping much easier.
• Wake up early more often; animals are most active in the morning.
• Choose lodges over hotels when you have the option.
• Mount Longonot can be climbed without a guide.
• During rest stops between parks, don’t just grab coffee at the gas station — cross the street and interact with locals. It’s worth it.
• Ask for Aron as your guide :)
We’d book this exact trip again without changing a thing.
GR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional Service, Amazing Guide, Unforgettable Memories
After comparing many safari operators, I chose Mountain Warriors because they offered the best itinerary for exactly what I was looking for: Northern Serengeti, Central Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Their proposal stood out from the rest, and after completing the safari, I can confidently say it was the right decision.
I'm naturally a very demanding and skeptical person, especially when planning an expensive once-in-a-lifetime trip. I had countless questions before booking, and Rosemary answered every single one promptly, professionally, and honestly. At no point did I feel pressured—only well informed.
As a wildlife enthusiast who has spent years watching documentaries about the Serengeti, my expectations were extremely high. I thought I knew what to expect, but the reality exceeded anything I had imagined. We saw an incredible variety of wildlife and experienced unforgettable moments that simply can't be captured on television.
The lodges selected by Mountain Warriors were beyond our expectations. They offered spacious and spotless rooms, delicious food, and, above all, genuinely warm and welcoming people who made every stay memorable.
Finally, our guide, Victor, was exceptional and made the entire safari unforgettable. He was professional, approachable, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about his job. His experience, wildlife knowledge, and ability to find animals were remarkable. If you're booking with Mountain Warriors, ask for Victor—you won't regret it.
Mountain Warriors delivered everything they promised and much more. I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for an unforgettable safari in Tanzania.
Hakuna matata!
Absolutely Fantabulous 2nd time around
I really had no idea of what my girlfriend and I would do when we get to Victoria Falls then I remembered last time I was in Vic Falls Cheneso did a good job on me. So I contacted them again and they never disappoint. They owe me nothing if anything I owe them they went above and beyond to make sure the two of us had a blast . See you next year team Cheneso