MX
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good service , some details to improve
The tour was well organized ;
We paid one of the cheapest prices in the market and get almost same service than more expensive ones ;
To improve smal things like the chairs for dinner / breakfast ; there were the cheapest one and not to confortable and definitely get better ones won’t be so good expensive (for some reason we always ate the last ones , no problem but don’t know why )
Tents were ok
Food really nice
Tours guides very profesional lots of knowledge
Just make sure your days are group are not going to be changed last minute ,
I didn’t happen in our company but happens a lots and is always better start with then small park and finish with the best one ;
Definitely recommend company and Margaret is amazing :)
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing. But the boat trip mentioned in the trip itenerary is COMPLETELY WRONG! You have to pay!
Amazing country and a perfect budget travel in Africa to see wildlife.
BE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My girlfriend and I had a wonderful experience.
My girlfriend and I had a wonderful experience. It was our first time that we went to Tanzania and Zanzibar. The accommodations, the food, the great friendliness and service were heartwarming. We have been with Travelbird, everything was perfectly arranged. Worth repeating. Thanks to Eric, our wonderful guide!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Phinda Game Reserve by Jayhawk80
A larger than average Game Reserve and a more "natural" safari experience than smaller game reserves or road side attractions.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great option for your FIRST safari
Since South Africa has largely confined its large "safari" animals, there are three primary venues to see them.
Roadside Attractions - ranging from wineries to rehabilitation facilities these are very small, but intimate viewing options, but not pristine or very natural. We preferred the rehabilitation facilities since it seemed "less exploitive."
Small to Mid-sized Game Reserves - These offer a wider range of animals and relatively consistent viewing opportunities since the facility had a limited expanse of fenced-in land, along with a fairly natural environment. In terms of "seeing animals," these may offer the best "bang for the buck."
National Parks - These offer vast acres of land and the opportunity to see animals in their most natural setting. Of course, the large expanse may also mean less frequent sightings, but those sighting might be considered the "most authentic" of the three options.
Zulu-Nyala is a smaller game reserve, plenty of sightings, reasonably natural with enough other nearby options to keep the week fully occupied. We felt it offered what we wanted, a daily opportunity to regularly see the animals consistently, thus a solid "first-time" or "only" safari experience.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
AMAZING SAFARI
We started in Arusha, the hotel booked by the travel agency was nice and very close to the city centre. We left the day after for the safari. We visited lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro ad Tarangire (only half day). it was our first safari and we truly enjoyed the experience. The driver (called China) was well prepared and he delivered in terms of animals (We even saw lion cubs). Travelling with us there was also a cook, food was much better than expected. The communication with the travel agency was ok, Margaret was very helpful and everything worked out smoothly.
Overall it was a great experience and we feel comfortable in recommending Uhuru Travel & tours.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I recommend this tour, we had a great safari my boyfriend and I.
Communication was ok, everytime I had a question I got answer in the hour. The service was great for accomodations and the rest, except the food during the safari..
safari tour was great and the driver experimented
OM
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Enjoy wild life and nature together.
You enjoy wild life and scenic beauty of Kenya. You love people as well.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very Good Budget Tour
Karibu Safaris was very prompt in responding by email to any questions that we had beforehand.
Our driver/guide, Arony, was excellent. He was friendly, experienced, and very knowledgeable about the game and where to find them. When one of the tourists on our trip became ill on the last night, he took the initiative to find a good doctor and see that he received proper treatment.
In most ways, the safari was as advertised. There were four minor ways that differed: 1) At Masai Mara, we did not stay at the Mara Springs Tent Camp, but instead stayed at Miti Mingi Eco Camp, which is probably equivalent. The camp was close to the park entrance, and we had warm water for showers, and a private bathroom with flush toilet, shower, and sink. It was not luxurious, but fits a budget tour. 2) We did not go for a game drive on our last morning at Masai Mara, but instead visited a nearby Masai village. This was interesting, but does involve some extra costs ($15 pp entrance, money for souvenirs). 3) On our way from Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru, we stopped at Lake Naivasha and went for a boat ride ($20 pp). There we saw a number of birds and got very close to some hippos. We could also see some game on an island, but were not close. 4) One small complaint - we were provided with some water at Masai Mara, but needed to buy our own for the trips to Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru.
Even though it was not high season, we saw a large variety of animals. At Masai Mara, we saw many wildebeast, impalas, gazelles, buffalo, elephants, zebras, warthogs, baboons, and hippos. We also saw giraffes, waterbucks, lions, hyenas, cheetahs, a few crocodiles, and a rare leopard. We also got to see a pride of 7 lions hunt a family of warthogs and bring down a young warthog. I was surprised at how close we could come to many of the animals. At Lake Nakuru, we saw many impalas, buffalo, baboons, gazelle, and some elands. We also 7 white rhinos, including one with a baby. We saw one giraffe (which was different than those at Masai Mara), a python, and a large number of flamingos and pelicans. There are apparently not as many flamingos as there used to be, since the lake flooded about 3 years ago with heavy rainfall, and the saltiness of the lake was decreased.
I recommend bringing a camera with a telephoto lens, or good zoom capabilities. I had a video camera with 80x zoom, and was able to get much better pictures than others in the group who only had their cell phones. Though for many of the animals (including lions and cheetahs) we were able to get right next to them.
IS
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Masai Mara National Reserve by Achola
Masaai Mara the car broke down and was being fixed for 3 hours. While we waited at a village gas station with nothing to do around, this means we missed the safari. for the first day. The only animals we saw were on arrival to Keerok lodge.
Accommodation at Keerok was shady low standard. There was no water provided on the 1st day and we had to buy water for (300 shillings each 3$ each) at the lodge. It is only after telling the driver-that he took it upon himself to go and buy water. We paid 1,250$ dollars per person for this trip. I have to add that my mother in law is 70 years old. she had to endure this with no special attention.
Keerok seems like a hotel that was good in the old days but today-has lost its glory. The staff at Keerok were super rude and unbothered about talking to guests.