SE
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, caring and attentive
The tour was hugely exceeding all my expectations, combining the lively atmosphere in the city and rural beauty of countryside - however was the Akagera visit such a privilege, to witness greatness of wildlife from the comfortable van !
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and welcoming
Joseph was very professional and friendly towards us. He drove us very safely
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing time with Wycliffe
Our guide Wycliffe was fantastic. In a 5 day Masai Mara/Lake Nakuru budget joining tour, he got us right onto all the action!! We saw 26 lions, including a pride of 13 on the hunt one morning, and he managed to get us to the front of the queue of safari jeeps for the most amazing experience. We saw 3 other sets of lions, and he even got us (alone among jeeps!) up close with 2 cheetahs, and then right in the perfect spot to view a leopard eating an impala in a tree when we went to Nakuru. This guide is knowledgeable and the best. We'd been a little frustrated with Jockey leaving out a game drice in Nakuru listed in our itinerary, but this had nothing to do with Wycliffe who helped sort it. All big 5 viewed and such a majestic journey. Huge thanks to Wycliffe for professionalism and hard work getting us to see all the big cats (plus rhinos and birds and much more)!!
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable memories
I am very grateful to Bobu Africa for arranging my first expedition to Africa; the itinerary was meticulously planned, the drivers were professional and punctual, and we felt at ease even in the face of unexpected situations; we got to see all Africa's "Big Five" and enjoyed the breathtaking scenery of the African savannah; Kenya is definitely a place worth visiting once in a lifetime; I highly recommend Bobu Africa for their dedicated and meticulous service throughout the journey.
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Papa John was fantastic!
We had the most amazing four days with our group, led by our fantastic guide, Papa John. He ensured we were all comfortable and best of all, we got to see all of the big five! Couldn’t recommend Papa John more. Thanks for the amazing experience!
20-35 years of age
Trustworthy
We did the 8 days Lemosho Route with Kili Vikings and it was a great experience, the guides were experienced and spoke great English which made the whole experience unforgettable! And the chef cooked amazing food! Would definitely recommend the agency
IT
Great experience, but:
Just came back from a 7-day safari and I’m overall very happy with the experience.
As a solo traveler, I was placed in a group with clients from other agencies, which is common with smaller companies that outsource to larger ones. That said, my guide Mallissa was absolutely exceptional – professional, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful, especially for photographers. If you're reading this and booking your tour, I highly recommend checking if you can be placed with him.
From the agency side, Hellen was incredibly supportive. In the months leading up to the trip, she answered all my questions promptly and even texted me every day during the safari – something I truly appreciated.
However, I’d like to highlight a few downsides and offer some advice for future travelers:
You will likely be traveling with people staying at different lodges or camps. This means mornings can be inefficient if others in the group are late. Even a 10-minute delay per person can cost you a valuable hour of safari time – which, given the cost of these trips, translates to a lot of wasted value. I fully understand that guides must treat clients with professionalism, but if fellow travelers are consistently late, don’t hesitate to politely speak up.
Some tourists behave inappropriately around wildlife – yelling, making noise, and showing little regard for the animals. While this might be an emotional reaction, it can disturb the animals and ruin the experience for others. If this behavior continues, I suggest calmly asking for silence. It’s important to maintain respect for both the animals and the group.
A couple of issues I encountered with the agency:
I was required to pay the tour in USD while in Tanzania, despite the fact that the use of foreign currency for local payments was officially banned in May. I was expecting to pay in Tanzanian shillings at the equivalent rate, but that was not an option. While I understand that paying in USD is still common practice, it is technically illegal and contributes to broader issues like currency instability. The agency should address this and align with local regulations.
On the last day, a different guide (not Mallissa) took me on a Kilimanjaro hike, which I highly recommend. Everything was great until the end, when the driver who helped me with my luggage at the airport asked, “Do you maybe have some money for me and my family as a tip?”
While tipping is customary in many places, the way the request was made felt uncomfortable and unprofessional to me. As a European, I believe tips should be a reward for exceptional service – as was the case with Mallissa – rather than something expected just because an employee was present for a short interaction. I assume this was a one-off, but I recommend the company train their staff on how to handle such situations more appropriately.
In conclusion, despite these minor issues, I still believe the company’s management deserves five stars. I would definitely recommend them – and especially my guide, Malissa.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice and never forget event
I would like to sincerely thank the travel agency for organizing such a memorable and well-managed trip. Everything was planned with great professionalism and attention to detail. A special appreciation goes to Paul, the staff member assigned to us by the company. His knowledge, friendly nature, and dedication truly enhanced our experience. He was always ready to help and made sure we were comfortable and well-informed throughout the journey.
One thing we’ll never forget is his signature phrase — “Not Today” — which always brought a smile to our faces and became a fun part of our adventure. Paul’s energy and attitude made a lasting impression on all of us.
Thank you once again to the entire team for making this trip so enjoyable. We’ll always remember it and will gladly recommend your services to others.
MY
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator Chesi was super responsive and our guide Evans was also super helpful all the whil
This tour was great for the value of money. Tour guide Evans was very friendly and informative. Accommodation and food was alright and met the standard of a budget tour.
My family get to see 4 of the big 5 in two days at Maasai Mara and we are quite happy.
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Best guide and tour operator there is!
Perfect trip, all satisfying and the guide could not be better! Been traveling with this company several years in a row and can not express how much I enjoy having Barack (tour guide) with us. He does the little extra every single time!
