IT
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
staff who followed us step by step with patience and dedication
We took a 4-day tour with Vision Safari & Tour, departing and returning to Zanzibar. The trip was carefully and meticulously organized, from hotel pickup in Zanzibar to our return. The tour, as requested, included sleeping in the same place and taking a different safari each day, about an hour or two's drive from the base. We stayed in a lodge, enjoying its simplicity and pace, sharing the outdoor spaces with rabbits, goats, and small, discreet monkeys. The agency provided constant support and assistance. As soon as we arrived from Zanzibar, we went to Lake Manyara, where we saw, in excellent company, many elephants, giraffes, zebras, and, from afar, two sleeping lionesses. The following day, we went to Tarangire National Park. We also saw many animals, but it was very crowded, which made the tour less enjoyable. However, the place is truly unique, and the landscapes around the river are so impressive that we were satisfied nonetheless. On the third day, we visited the Ngorongoro Crater, whose magnificence and boundless spaces left us breathless. Here, you can breathe in the freedom; you can see the animals from afar, except for the zebras, but perhaps that's precisely the beauty: seeing herds of buffalo, zebras, and gazelles move across these infinite spaces. We also saw a hyena hunting, warthogs, wildebeest, antelopes, and birds perching above the hippos and a serval. The company was excellent, and we had a great time. On the last day, we had a truly unique and profound experience, choosing to visit the Lake Eyasi area, departing at 5 a.m. We had the opportunity to meet and partially participate in the daily lives of two ancient and authentic tribes: the Hadzabe and the Datoga: the former dedicated to hunting with bows and arrows, the latter to working with recycled metals, accompanied by a guide who translated their particular language. We would like to thank, in addition to Gudilah and her staff who followed us step by step with patience and dedication, our guides: the very friendly Ephelress, Nestor, with his sharp eyesight and truly very competent and the young Rama, patient, kind and attentive.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Beautiful experience
Communication with the tour operator was excellent, they responded immediately to every request both on WhatsApp and by email. We went on a 6-day low-budget safari, the places we stayed were all beautiful and well-kept, and the food was also much appreciated. Our guide, Hamza, was very kind and friendly, he also speaks a little bit Italian, he tried to show us all the animals we wanted even if unfortunately we were unable to find the leopard. The only negative note to report is that there was not much clarity on the times, in our program it was written for both Tarangire and Ngorongoro that we would leave the park in the late afternoon, instead, due to other people who were added to us on safaris in progress who had evening flights, we left at 4pm and 2.30pm losing several hours of safari. Overall the experience was great and we recommended Dancing Simba Safaris!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good
We've spent the day in Kruger with Eddie the happy chappie who was very kind, he gave his best to show us the lions successfully. A nice person and highly recommended.
QA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good operator
The crews are good and respectful manners. We book them by online without any apprehension but the experience are wonderful and admirable
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Personalised, well-supported trek with a great team—just clarify toilet setup before you go
As a solo female traveller, I felt completely supported and safe throughout my private Kilimanjaro trek. Communication before the tour was friendly and responsive, and the service was highly personalised—from the moment I landed to my departure, the team ensured everything ran smoothly.
My guide, Chuwa, was outstanding: experienced, wise and easy-going. The cook, Yusuph, prepared fresh, delicious meals every day, and the porters—Joseph, Ally, Alhaji and Issimail—were respectful, helpful and fun.
One area for improvement would be clearer communication about a couple of things: 1) toilet options on the trail (they are latrines and can be quite dirty) and the option to get a private one; 2) recommended gear in advance; 3) that unless you state it, the eating tent is also the sleeping quarters of the porters, while this was not a problem for me, others might feel uncomfortable.
Overall, it was a memorable and well-organised experience.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary by Martin
Small wildlife reserve close to Mbabane. Again would recommend and visit or staying overnight.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Eswatini by Martin
Lowveld experience in very good, although small compared to elsewhere. However more affordable and relaxed atmosphere. Visited and spent 3 nights at Hlane National Park (well worth it) and also 4 nights near Mlilwane.
CN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It’s ok.
The flight schedules of Botswana's airline change frequently, causing me a lot of trouble with my itinerary. The quality of service provided by local travel agencies is not good.
HU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Attentive
Me and my wife did the 7 days Kenya and Tanzania tour. Martin was our tour operator agent. He was communicative and responsive to all requests and doubts. The tour was well planned with him and all accommodations were excellent. The tour guide for the Kenya part, Nelson, was one of the best tour guide we have ever had. He was nice, communicative, and he was always explaining interesting facts about the animals. On the opposite side, the tour guide for the Tanzania part, Mackenzie, was not communicative and he should be more friendly to the clients (reason because of 4 star rating). All in all, we had a great safari, we saw the big 5 and many animals. I would choose again Shanjoy Tours for a safari
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good experience for the price
I did the 2 day, 1 night package and stayed at Bakubung lodge.
The first day, logistics and communication were very easy. Pick up with cebu was smooth and when we arrived at the park, we did an open game drive. They dropped us at hotel and it was lovely. Afternoon game drive with moafrika was also very good.
We selected the Boma dinner that night and I highly recommend that experience.
The next morning, we did a game drive with the hotel in a much larger vehicle- I would have preferred another moafrika tour in a small vehicle. Then we returned for breakfast and waited 2 hours after checkout for pick up for a closed game drive. This was less than ideal- can’t go in the cool locations and hard to get pictures from inside the car. Would have preferred all game drives with moafrika and open.
All staff were very friendly and helpful.
Last day was a bit confusing with the car shuffle to get back to hotels.
Thomas the driver was very friendly and helpful