BE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience, lovely guide
We took the Soweto and Apartheidsmuseum day tour. Our tour guide Cpho was a lovely guide. He clearly knows a lot about Soweto and the surroundings.
One little remark, we had 1hr30 in the Apartheidsmuseum and that was not enough for us. 2hrs or more would have been nice.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Lake Naivasha Tour
Teddy organised a fantastic tour of Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate. The booking process was so easy and smooth and Teddy was able to help with any questions we had and clearly communicated everything. He was extremely friendly and helpful with all the stages of the trip. The Hell’s gate bike tour was very enjoyable with a lovely walk through one of the gorges. We then had a boat ride through lake Naivasha to see the many hippos and various different birds. I would highly recommend considering Teddy for any safari experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A fantastic personal experience
What an amazing experience! We used Kiboko for a 3 night trip to the Masai Mara. The booking process with Jane was very smooth and she was always available to answer any questions that I had and the response times were very quick and everything was well communicated. Our tour guide Samuel was truly amazing, he was so friendly and so knowledgable about all of the animals as well as having a great eye to be able to spot so many, including a very sneaky leopard! Our accommodation at Sopa lodge was fantastic as well, all the rooms very clean with great food and lovely communal areas. Kiboko always had a great personal touch, leaving the Masai Mara we had seen 4 out of the big 5 (only the rhino missing) and our guide Samuel said that Nairobi national park was a good place to spot rhinos. We asked if he would be able to guide us round there and within a few days we had a second trip lined up with Kiboko. I can’t recommend Kiboko enough for a once in a lifetime safari experience like we had with them.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One stop shop for all your safari requirements! Highly recommended!
After much research we decided to book our much awaited Safari holiday with Splendid Vacations. Alice was on hand to help tailor make the itinerary that best suited us. She was extremely patient and accommodating, which resulted in a seamless experience once we got to Kenya.
We booked our stays at Sweetwaters Serena Camp(Ol Pejeta Conservancy), Sawela Lodges(Nakuru) & Sarova Mara Game camp( Masai Mara). Impeccable rooms, food and service at each stay.
Any request or clarification we needed during our stay was promptly addressed by Alice.
Our tour guide/driver for the entire trip was Steven. Such a calm gentleman with a ton of information about his country, an apt cultural ambassador! Large spacious Land cruiser, with water provided every day. He was very accommodating with our requests as well.Because of the excellent pace of the program, we were able to connect with locals and not always be rushing to see the next thing. Steven took us on several game drives to try and spot the elusive Leopard!
Overall, we're very glad that we booked with Splendid Vacations. They left no stone unturned to make this the holiday of a lifetime!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Beautiful Memorable Safari
Galilaya Expedition, and it was a truly unforgettable experience.
I wanted to plan a memorable adventure with my partner and discovered Galilaya through Safari Bookings after reaching out to several operators. I chose Galilaya because they were the most responsive and accommodating, offering an itinerary that perfectly matched our preferences.
The booking process was smooth and efficient. Both Benaiah and Emiliana were incredibly helpful, responding promptly via email and WhatsApp. They provided excellent support not only during the planning phase but also throughout the trip itself.
Our safari group included four other guests, and we were fortunate to have Philis as our guide. He was a fantastic host—enthusiastic, friendly, and clearly passionate about what he does. His extensive experience ensured we visited the best spots for wildlife viewing, and thanks to him, we were able to see the Big Five.
We stayed at three high-quality accommodations during the safari:
- Country Lodge Karatu – A charming lodge set in beautiful surroundings, with warm and welcoming staff.
- Friends Serengeti Camp – A luxury tented camp in a secluded location, offering close-up wildlife encounters and a truly immersive experience.
- Ngorongoro Safari Lodge – A comfortable lodge with stunning views of the lake and attentive staff who made us feel at home after the day’s adventure.
I wholeheartedly recommend Galilaya to anyone planning a safari holiday. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to creating a memorable experience truly set them apart.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Bonface was extremely friendly, educated, informative and had a really good sense of humor.
Bonface was always on time, absolutely reliable and we felt very safe and informed in an outstandingly interesting and funny way. We saw almost every animal we wanted to and were able to learn a lot about flora and fauna because of Bonface knowledge. The lodge was also really nice with great service and delicious food. All in all our experience couldn't have been better and it was worth every penny!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Chrizaan Troch was wonderful to work with, which resulted in a memorable and amazing trip!
Our Africa Safari trip will forever be one of the most memorable and wonderful trips we have taken. Words cannot begin to explain the amazing wildlife we got to see and experience up close. Experiencing these beautiful animals in their natural habitat was beautiful and humbling. Our trackers/guides did an amazing job, not only in tracking, but educating us on the wildlife. Besides going on several safaris, we also visited Victoria Falls, which is majestic in its own right. A definite must see. We also experienced several river rides, which were beautiful and calming, and another way to engage with the wildlife up close. We began our Safari trip in Cape Town, in which we had a very pleasant stay and tours of the city and Table Mountain. The sites are amazing!! I have to say, though, what made our trip very memorable were the people we came in contact with. They were so friendly, beautiful and very helpful. This unforgettable trip was made possible with the help of Chrizaan. Every destination we arrived to, we were greeted with transport, a tour guide and we felt so well taken care of. Everything flowed so smoothly. Our group is forever thankful to Discover Africa Safaris.
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari experience in Mikumi National Park
On May 23rd and 24th, our group of six students went on a safari trip to Mikumi National Park, and it was truly unforgettable. We were picked up in Dar es Salaam at 6:00 AM and had a smooth five-hour drive to the park. Everything was well-organized and on time, and we were able to enter the park right away without any delays.
Our driver was very attentive and flexible — he really listened to what we wanted to see. Every time we spotted a bird or animal and wanted a closer look, he would happily stop and wait.
The organization of the entire trip was excellent, and the timing was perfect. The safari itself was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and we’re all very grateful to have shared it together.
I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone looking for a well-run and memorable safari adventure!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best guide that you could hope for one of the most memorable trips of your life
We had the best experience that we could have hoped for our trip to Uganda and Rwanda.
Unlike normal travel agencies, Bush Wanders was very responsive to every little request that we had. No extra fees, not making it a big deal. Our guide, Amos, was the sweetest and yet so professional during the whole trip, trying his best to make our trip memorable. Thanks to him and the company, we had one of the best trips that we’ve had in Africa.
Very reliable service, we had so much fun driving around and doing the gorilla trekking. Every dollar that we spent was worth it.
They took care of literally everything so we didn’t need to worry about a thing during the whole trip.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Informative, personable and engaging.
From the get go, we have been at ease with the abundance of preparation that was organised for us from the taxi from the airport, to the room that was kindly booked for us to simply shower and ready ourselves for the return flight.
We were well entertained, well fed, and well informed on the animals. Not once did we feel like we were with a safari guide, we felt we were on a great adventure with a new found friend.
Value for money, for me you can’t put a price on the quality of the experience we had, but yes worth every penny and more.
Not once did we have any second to doubt anything about the safari, the service or our guide, Eli was so welcoming from the get go.
No doubt you’d be comparing safari companies and tours, but I can assure you that the time we spent on this experience is incomparable, apples and oranges. Night and day.
I can’t stress enough how amazing and unforgettable this safari trip was, thanks to Eli and ‘the belly doctor’
