DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great offer, flexible and nice contact with Zanzi African Safari
Communicatins with Zanzi Staff was professional and flexible. All requests and changes were handled quickly and without any issues. There were no problems with payments or invoices. The tour was very well organized; everything went exactly as planned. Brian (Mufassa) was an excellent driver and tour guide who was happy to take detours for special wildlife sightings. We actually saw every animal possible. That was great. We felt very comfortable with Brian and Zanzi—we highly recommend them. However, you should know that if you go for the budget option, the wildlife camp is actually very basic (electric power at several morning and evening hours only). That was fine for us, because you really just eat and sleep there. And the staff at the camp is very friendly and attentive, wonderfull people, so actually it was a pleasent stay. Same for Eldorado Rustic Hotel.
PL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jan
We visited Tsavo Park with Steve and saw elephants, giraffes, lions, a hippo, zebras, impalas, gazelles, and many other animals—all in a single day! Steve is a true professional; he picked us up right on time and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience. I highly recommend him—100 percent!
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AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable safari experience!
We had an absolutely amazing safari experience with Porcupine Expeditions! Everything was incredibly well organized from start to finish. The communication was great, everything went smoothly, and we felt really well taken care of throughout the trip. Such an unforgettable experience and beautiful memories! We couldn’t have asked for a better safari. Highly recommended! 🦁🐘❤️
FR
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Nice trip
The driver was kind, I spent a nice day, I saw lot of different animals
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Overall extremely Professional, Safe and Fun Adventure
We were on a 7-day safari at the beginning of October. We went from Arusha to the central Serengeti, the Ngorongoro, and finally the northern part.
Even though I have done a lot of previous trips, it was my first time in central Africa and also going on safari. And it honestly really blew me away. From the first day, Elli (our guide, the best) amazed us with the whole experience. The jeep we travelled in and did the safaris in was very well equipped and comfortable. He was very good company as well as a guide, and was extremely well informed on, honestly, everything. The lodges we stayed at were mostly amazing, with some being “only” very good. The parks are amazing, but you can’t really describe that. We saw many, many animals, more than expected. Maybe that’s because we were lucky, but more likely it’s because Elli is ridiculously good at spotting animals.
I can really recommend this safari wholeheartedly and will most likely come back, hopefully with Elli.
JP
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Saiko!! (<-- meaning Wonderful in Japanese)
Chilo at Cuckoo Safaris – The Best Guide I've Ever Met in 40 Countries! ❤️
I've traveled to around 40 countries and joined countless tours around the world, but I've honestly never met a guide quite like Chilo from Cuckoo Safaris! He didn't just give us an amazing tour of Victoria Falls — he made the entire experience unforgettable, from weeks before we arrived until long after we said goodbye.
We were looking for a private guide who could take lots of fun photos and creative videos while making our visit to Victoria Falls fun and memorable. ChatGPT helped me discover Cuckoo Safaris and Chilo.
From our very first WhatsApp conversation, Chilo welcomed us with incredible warmth and enthusiasm. He was always responsive, friendly, thoughtful, and full of useful information. He kept in touch throughout the weeks leading up to our visit, even counting down the days until we would finally meet!
His excitement was contagious! We were already laughing and enjoying our conversations long before we arrived in Zimbabwe. Booking a private guide from Japan can sometimes feel uncertain, but with Chilo, I never had a single moment of worry. I felt as though I already had a wonderful friend waiting for me in Victoria Falls.
And when the day finally arrived, he exceeded every expectation! At every viewpoint, he enthusiastically took photo and video, patiently trying different angles and compositions until I was happy with the results. He never made us feel rushed. He genuinely cared about capturing our memories beautifully.
But what impressed me just as much was his extraordinary hospitality. Chilo carried a heavy cooler box throughout our tour so that we could always enjoy cold drinking water. It was such a thoughtful gesture, and a perfect example of how much he genuinely cares about his guests' comfort.
His kindness went far beyond the tour itself. When we mentioned our dinner plans, transportation needs, and activities for the following day, he helped arrange convenient transfers to fit our schedule. Everything worked smoothly, and the drivers arrived right on time. Thanks to Chilo, we could simply relax and enjoy our holiday without worrying about logistics.
And perhaps the most special part? His care didn't end when the tour ended. He continued checking in on us, asking whether we were enjoying the rest of our stay. Even after we left Zimbabwe, he messaged to ask how our flights were going, where we were, and whether we had arrived home safely in Japan.
To me, this is the difference between someone who simply does a job and someone who genuinely loves making people happy. By the end of our trip, Chilo was no longer just our guide. He had become our friend — and I truly hope that friendship will last for many years.
After visiting around 40 countries and experiencing so many different tours, I can confidently say that Chilo is one of a kind. His enthusiasm, thoughtfulness, professionalism, generosity, humor, and genuine warmth are something very special.
If you're visiting Victoria Falls and want more than just a sightseeing tour — if you want unforgettable memories, exceptional hospitality, lots of laughter, and an experience filled with genuine warmth — ask for CHILO at CUCKOO SAFARIS!
CZ
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best everything
An unforgettable safari experience in Uganda!
We had an absolutely amazing safari experience in Uganda! Everything was perfectly organized, from the initial communication to the very last day of our adventure.
Our guide was professional, friendly, knowledgeable and always willing to help. We visited incredible national parks, saw rhinos, chimpanzees, gorillas, elephants, lions and many other animals in their natural habitat.
The entire trip was full of unforgettable moments, beautiful landscapes and authentic African experiences. The accommodation, transportation and overall organization were excellent.
Uganda is a truly spectacular destination, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Great value for money, reliable service and wonderful people.
Highly recommended! We would definitely travel with them again!
CH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Transforming an amazing but complex itinerary into a smooth experience
Already for the fourth time, we have worked with Clare at Wild Wings Safaris, and once again everything was perfectly organised. This trip was particularly special because we brought friends along to experience South Africa with us. They arrived on different flights, but every detail was seamlessly coordinated, making the logistics completely stress-free.
From the moment we arrived at the Federal Air lounge, we could simply relax, confident that everything would run smoothly. Our journey started at Londolozi, which truly feels like our second home in South Africa, before continuing to Franschhoek and Cape Town, with a flight from Skukuza, all arranged as part of the itinerary.
Every transfer and flight was taken care of, allowing us to focus entirely on enjoying the trip. In Cape Town, Clare recommended The Silo Hotel, which turned out to be an excellent choice. We absolutely loved it. As always, Wild Wings Safaris delivered a memorable and effortless travel experience.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful, informative and always available for questions
We chose the 5-day budget safari and it was a great experience! Our tour guide Raymond was very knowledgable and managed to show us the big five and much more! The tents at the camping sites were very comfortable, and the food during the safari was also very nice and plenty. Our chef Saidi made us great dinner and breakfast! Special thanks to Neema for organizing everything and always being there for our questions before and during the trip :)
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari