35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Such a great value for the price paid
My friend and I went to a Kenya 7 days safari in September 2023 and couldn't have made a better choice.
We saw in the reviews and saw that they offered a very good value for what it seems a great safari, so we were a little concerned before we went. Now i can say that the reviews were totally true. Without forgetting that we were in Africa (and, you know what they say: "this is Africa!"), the service, treatment and care we had during our week was awesome. They never left us alone, without guidance or support. We felt safe all the time. Moises was the best tour guide ever! Thanks to him and his expertise, we saw an amazing amount of animals and very close.
To be fair and transparent with you all and the agency, the weak point was the meals. Every day was exactly the same food and there were not a lot of variation.
We would chose again Jocky with no doubt.
US
A visit to Tanzania with family in July 2025
We travelled to Tanzania for a 11-day/10-night safari including Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. We went on our Safari through Lion King. We want to share our whole experience.
Itinerary
I worked with Gordon Fischer to come up with an itinerary that we liked. The whole planning experience was so smooth and interactive. I live in the US, which has a different timezone than TZ. Despite time differences, I could communicate with Gordon at any time. I wanted a very specific itinerary with specific accommodations. Gordon customized the itinerary to include all those, reaching out to the specific camps to confirm they have what we wanted, and changed the itinerary multiple times until we were satisfied. We had to change the schedule a couple of times due to unforeseen events, and he was accommodative of all of that. It was a pleasure to work with him!
Transportation and Accomodation
The vehicle was clean and very comfortable, carrying 4 people and luggages all the time. The accommodations were top notch, except for a couple of camps that were very basic. In general, the lodges, glamps and camps were clean and served great food. They were very entertaining in the evenings with special performances.
Guide/Driver
We had Benjamin as our guide and driver for the whole 11-day trip. We couldn’t have gotten a better person to guide us. Our 2 main requirements were vegetarian food and ability to photograph wild-life. Benjamin ensured that we got fresh cooked food in containers (not packed sandwiches) with a fresh supply of vegetables and fruits. He ensured that the lunch was picnic-caliber and a good break from day-long travelling. But the most important quality of his that we appreciated most was his ability to spot the animals we were looking for, ensure that we see them and photograph them and have patience to allow us to get the best pictures. We remember him busting a couple of other guides who showed water buffaloes as Rhinos to their clients. Ultimately, he did find the real Rhinos and shared the location with others. His knowledge of all the locations is so immense that he drove for hours to show us a Lion Pride containing 19 lions which were so hard to spot in the vast Serengeti. He loved the kids and the kids loved him so much. Their interaction was fun to watch.
To summarize, we couldn’t have asked for a better location, better tour operator and a better guide to etch a great chapter in our memory book!
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, lovely, unforgettable
we stayed with Nassary for 4 unforgettable days.
with his kindness, cheerfulness and patience Nassary fulfilled our every wish, passionately telling us about life in the parks of Tanzania.
This holiday will remain an indelible memory and forever in our hearts: Asante sana Nassary!
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience, very caring about us !
We had a great experience with this agency. I had a lot of support from them to answer any questions including visa and insurance questions. Dennis was very responsive and caring to make our experience the best possible.
I loved everything about it, from the communication, the support, the respect during the travel and the kindness they all offered before, during and after the trip
MA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best
We booked our safari with Afrimount and the experience was simply exceptional. Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. Our guide Joseph was professional and passionate, which made the wildlife viewing even more magical. The accommodations were comfortable and well selected, and the whole trip had a warm and friendly atmosphere. Thank you Joseph for these unforgettable memories – we highly recommend their services!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
No one better
Our drivers name is Issa with Ranger Safaris. The tour was through Collette.
Issa, for the most part was the guide each day we went out. Besides an excellent and safe driver, he had the eyes of a hawk and the knowledge of a university professor regarding all the amazing animals he pointed out to us.
I would highly recommend him if you are lucky enough to have the opportunity.
For those who have not been to the parks in Tanzania, the roads are a challenge very hard on your body with ruts and pot holes everywhere.
A very rewarding trip with a giant check off the old bucket list.
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Impeccable organization and coordination of the safari.
When planning a trip to Kenya, I chose Leopard Orchid Safaris out of 15 similar operators. Michael, the manager, offered us an ideal program at a really competitive price. During our month of communication before booking, he patiently, attentively and promptly answered all our questions and changes. He also personally met us at the airport. Even after the end of the Safari, Michael continued to stay in touch and helped us quickly solve the problem with moving around Kenya.
Our Game-driver on the safari Lawrence is a great professional who loves his job. In just 1.5 days in Masai Mara, he showed us all the animals that we really wanted to see, some moments were simply magical (for example, an elephant that appeared out of nowhere, 10 minutes after we asked Lawrence about elephants). Lawrence finally and irrevocably made us fall in love not only with the Safari but with Kenya in general.
In general, the entire Leopard Orchid Safaris team (we managed to meet other employees + the owners) are excellent professionals who are "on fire" with their work, adore their country and animals. And these, I believe, are the best conditions for an ideal Safari.
Thank you, Leopard Orchid Safaris, for an exceptional experience that words can’t fully capture. Looking forward to returning next year!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best tour operator-Just book them!
From pre-planning to booking to arrival and start to finish, we could not have been more pleased with African Big Cats Safaris. My family of 5 traveled for a one week private safari through the Serengeti, the Ngorogoro Crater, Tarangire and Arusha National Park at the end for a hike, and the level of attention and detail and adventure was simply beyond our expectations. I cannot recommend this tour operator enough. Based in Tanzania they are aware of and plan for all the details that make a safari vacation memorable. So many people made our trip memorable, but special shout outs to Upendo who first fielded our inquiry, Naomi who arranged our trip, Emmanuel who was the site manager and last but not least, our spectacular and knowledgeable guide Gabriel. His fund of knowledge about the animals, the environment, Tanzania and general easy going company were unmatched. We felt very lucky to be matched with him and his expertise. THere are so many tour operators in Tanzania nowadays (tourism has become the biggest industry). I cannot endorse African Big Cats enough-they can customize to your needs and budget and preferences very easily. If you are thinking of Tanzania (which I highly recommend), do not hesitate to choose African Big Cats!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari tour
My Tanzania safari was an unforgettable adventure, made truly exceptional by the incredible guide, Mr. Focus. His deep knowledge of wildlife, sharp spotting skills, and genuine passion for nature brought every game drive to life—whether I was watching lots of wildlife species such as zebras, wildebeests, hyenas,different types of Antelopes, elephants,giraffes and lions, spotting Flamingos, Hippos,Pelicans, Ostriches, Cranes, rhino and buffaloes in the Ngorongoro Crater, or witnessing the Great Migration in the Serengeti. Mr. Focus always ensured I was in the best position for wildlife viewing while sharing fascinating insights and keeping me safe and comfortable throughout. I especially loved our stays at different camp sites during the tour-each offering excellent service, tasted food and stunning views. Thanks to Mr. Focus and the amazing camps, this safari exceeded all expectations and left me with memories to last a lifetime.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, and excellent organisation
I cannot speak highly enough of our guide Goodluck, everything from the first moment was perfectly organised. I dont know how he was able to drive, give information and spot animals at the same time. He is an experienced driver and always made sure we got the best spot when seeing animals. He was always on time, the jeep was always spotless clean and we had no issues during the tour. Goodluck is very knowledgeable of animals, especially birds, and we learnt a lot from him. We were a group of 13, and extremely happy with the way the tour went. Cannot recommend these guys enough.
