IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsiveness and professional
Our experience (a family of four) was truly extraordinary. From the planning, which took place months before departure, during which we explored various options and, thanks to Dominic's excellent advice, we were able to plan a tailor-made tour (Masai Mara, Nakuru Lake, Amboseli, Tsavo, departing from Nairobi and ending in Diani Beach).
The accommodations were excellent (perhaps I would prefer a lodge at the Masai Mara rather than the good tented camp, even if it meant spending a little more). I also found the total cost and overall quality of the services to be very good.
Besides, a special mention goes to our driver. James is so much more than just a driver. While always attentive and cautious, he expresses a natural hunting instinct in the savannah. He is determined and tenacious in his pursuit of animals, and was able to show us all of them on multiple occasions.
Opting for a private tour also allowed us to manage the timing and game drives as we pleased.
When Africa will call me again I will return with Kentau Safaris.
IL
Great experience !
This safari was amazing! I’m honestly at a loss for words when it comes to the Masai Mara — it’s definitely a must-do when visiting Kenya.
Peter Elohim, our guide, was great! We had such a good time with him, and I 100% recommend him!!
However, we would have appreciated it if the agency had been more specific and transparent about Amboseli National Park. They should have given us more information beforehand so that we could have made a more informed choice. Had we known, we would have skipped Amboseli and opted for a 4–5 day safari instead.
In our opinion, 3 days in the Masai Mara and 2 days in Nakuru would have been perfect!
Overall, it was an unforgettable experience, and we will cherish the memories of this safari for a long time.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our guide Titus was knowledgeable and well experienced. The operator managed everything really well.
It was a perfect trip. The guide knew all the spots, routes inside the parks and we witnessed a couple of lost drivers/guides stop us and ask for directions. Very reliable and well managed safari.
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
overall we had a really great experience - but the 1 day full on Safari was pretty exhausting
The communication via e-mail beforehand with Jessica from Lekobe Adventures Safaris was really good, we had all the informations we needed and she was always friendly.
The communication in Zanzibar with the people who coordinated our flight and the payment was not 100% smooth, e.g. at first we were told the flight is at 4pm but then it was at 3pm but apparently that's quite normal that the flight times to the mainland change on short notice (Jessica had told me this in advance). And although it said on the booking description that on the first day a lunch would be included we didn't get any, that was a little frustrating because we were quite hungry. And then in the evening the dinner was very late but we had to go to the night game drive so we couldn't enjoy the really good food (!) as we would've and even couldn't finish the dinner.
But these things were basically the only things that were not good.
The flight to Tanzania was short and all good - we even had the possibility to have a look into the cockpit and take photos!
At the Nyerere "airport" our guide was already awaiting us and we were excited to find out that we were the only two in the jeep (although I had booked a shared safari and there would've been space for up to 6 people). Our guide Tiko was super friendly and giving his best to give us the best Safari experience and see as many animals as possible in the short time (3h night game drive + from 7am-3pm the next day with a lunch break) and take great photos & videos - a camera with a good zoom really pays off here!
Sadly we couldn't find any lions the whole day (but neither did any of the other Safari tour jeeps that we met) but we saw (baby) elephants really close which isn't guaranteed either and we just enjoyed being in the Tanzanian bush - the vastness and variety of the landscape is amazing!
In the afternoon we had a boat trip and although we were already pretty exhausted from the 7-8h safari in the jeep before, we enjoyed it a lot. We saw lots of crocodiles, birds & hippos and could enjoy the beauty of God's creation before we had to go back to civilisation in the evening. Although we were so tired, our flight back to ZNZ was early in the morning the next day. So, all in all, it was only a one day Safari + the 3h night game drive.
As said, overall we had a really great experience but it was also pretty exhausting. Next time, I would like to do a longer Safari with less programm in one day, and I could imagine booking with Lekobe Adventures Safaris again. :)
And not to forget: our stay at Mufasa tented camp was amazing! The staff were very friendly, the food was excelent and we felt safe the whole time.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Just book it
Very good company for safari. Good price and extra care for customers.
We had a 4 days safari with Richard and he took really good care of us.
BY
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great tour
Huge thanks for the safari — the trip turned out exactly the way we hoped. Special thanks to our guide Opany, who somehow managed to show us every single animal the park has to offer in just one day, without missing a thing. The work was outstanding, the communication was easy and clear throughout, and he is so knowledgeable about the animals, their behaviour and the reserve itself that we could have listened to him all day. I highly recommend booking with this company, and be sure to ask when Opany is working — he takes the whole experience to another level.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely brilliant. Can't fault anything
This is our 2nd time, booking a safari with the help of Beyond the Plains.
I can't even put into words how incredible this tour operator is. Such an individual support. Very bespoke package as well.
Linet was our coordinator and she was just fantastic. Listening to our needs and wishes re accommodation and she got it just right. The accommodation on all the different nights was exactly what we wanted.
Linet was very approachable and so easy to communicate with, super fast response. In the previous safari we had a slight issue and she quickly did everything she could to help us sort it out. And she did sort it out!
Price wise, they were also very good. We checked with few providers, they weren't the cheapest but definitely not most expensive as well and very adaptable packages. Definitely good value for money.
Our guides in both Kenya last year and Tanzania this year, were excellent! Experienced and knowledgeable.
You will not regret booking your safari with beyond the Plains.
Enjoy!!
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect. Special mention for our guide Papa John ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Great communication. Excellent value for money. I highly recommend this safari and the guide, Papa John. Thank you!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding safari from start to finish
We had an absolutely fantastic six-day private safari in Tanzania, and a huge part of what made the trip so special was our guide, Gasper.
Gasper was extremely experienced and knowledgeable, and his passion for the wildlife really showed throughout the safari. He was excellent at spotting animals that we would never have noticed ourselves, and his knowledge of the parks meant he always seemed to know the best places to stop and the best opportunities to see wildlife.
He was also incredibly helpful, friendly and accommodating throughout the entire trip. Nothing ever seemed like too much trouble, and he went out of his way to make sure we had the best possible experience.
At the end of our safari, Gasper went above and beyond to accommodate our flight plans, making sure everything worked around our travel arrangements and helping to make our final day completely stress-free.
We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend Gasper to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania. He genuinely helped make an already incredible trip unforgettable.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Experience (thank you Alex Masila!)
Absolutely amazing 3-day tour in Masai Mara with Morningstar Tours! Everything was fantastic, but our tour guide, Alex Masila, was truly exceptional. His knowledge, energy, and genuine passion made the experience magic. He went above and beyond to make the tour special for us. We didn’t want to leave!!! Do yourself a favor and book a Morningstar Tour with Alex!
