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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
# An Unforgettable Safari Experience with Kalulu Safaris
An Unforgettable Safari Experience with Kalulu Safaris
Kalulu Safaris, what can I say about Amaniel and his incredible team? From the very first day we contacted them, we knew we had made the right choice.
We specifically wanted to book our safari with a local Tanzanian company, because we believed that local knowledge would make the experience more authentic and it absolutely did. Amaniel was incredibly responsive from the beginning, always answering within a few hours and taking the time to understand exactly what we wanted. He listened to our needs, concerns and budget and created an itinerary that was perfectly tailored to us.
Everything was extremely well organised. The lodges were carefully selected to make our daily safari drives as convenient as possible, and from the moment we were picked up at the airport, we felt completely looked after. Our guide also gave us valuable advice about what to avoid and how to stay safe and well throughout the trip.
But the safari itself completely exceeded our expectations.
Of course, no safari can ever be guaranteed because you cannot control nature or predict what the animals will do. Yet we saw everything we had hoped for and so much more than we could have ever imagined.
We saw the Big Five, experienced the Great Migration, witnessed an incredible moment when a crocodile attacked zebras, saw a lion attempting to take down its prey, came across cheetah, and even found a huge pride of more than 20 lions. And these are just some of the unforgettable moments we experienced.
What truly made the difference, however, was our guide’s knowledge, patience and dedication. He never rushed us. He was willing to wait, observe and give nature the time it needed. Because of this, we were able to witness some truly spectacular moments that we might otherwise have missed.
Another thing we absolutely loved was how private and personalised the safari felt. Our guide always tried to find the best possible spots and, whenever possible, kept us away from the crowds and large groups of safari vehicles. There were moments when it genuinely felt like we had the entire wilderness to ourselves.
After the safari, Amaniel also helped arrange our stay in Zanzibar, which was the perfect way to relax and unwind after such an intense and unforgettable experience in the wild.
This was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and a huge part of that was because of Amaniel and the entire Kalulu Safaris team. Their professionalism, care, flexibility and genuine passion for what they do made our trip even more special.
Thank you, Amaniel, and the whole Kalulu Safaris team, for giving us memories we will never forget. We could not have asked for a better safari experience and would wholeheartedly recommend Kalulu Safaris to anyone dreaming of experiencing Tanzania. 🦁🐘🐆🌍
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Enzi is an amazing operator with amazing guides!
An Exceptional Safari Experience with Enzi Safaris
Our recent East Africa adventure with Enzi Safaris was nothing short of extraordinary.
I was part of a 15-person family and friends trip through East Africa, including game drives in the northern and central Serengeti. I have traveled extensively, including throughout Africa, and am certainly no stranger to African travel. For that reason, I am not easily impressed by safari operators. Enzi Safaris, however, exceeded our expectations in ways that truly stood out.
A major part of what made the experience so exceptional was the quality of our drivers and guides: Lemomo, Freddie, and Kinaru. Their knowledge of the wildlife, the Serengeti, and the rhythms of the environment was truly top-notch. But what impressed me most was their ability to understand the people they were serving.
With a group of 15, everyone naturally had different levels of experience, different interests, and different expectations. Our guides were remarkably attuned to those differences. They knew when to explain more, when to give us time simply to absorb what we were seeing, when to move on, and when to stay because something special was unfolding. They calibrated the experience beautifully so that everyone felt engaged, included, and invested. Their patience, attentiveness, professionalism, and genuine willingness to serve were evident throughout the trip.
I want to give a particularly special shout-out to Kinaru, who drove our truck. He was truly something special. Not only did he get us an incredible vantage point to witness what was quite literally a once-in-a-lifetime experience, the wildebeest crossing the Mara River, but he also made the experience even more memorable by regaling us with stories of his upbringing and his experiences as a Maasai warrior. His knowledge, warmth, humor, patience, and storytelling gave us a perspective on Tanzania and Maasai culture that no guidebook could provide. Having Kinaru as our driver was a privilege.
And last, but certainly not least, a very special thank you to Ally, the owner of Enzi Safaris and the person who organized our trip. Ally did an amazing job. Bringing together an experience for 15 family members and friends with different interests and expectations is no small task, and she managed to make the entire journey feel seamless and personal.
We were also especially grateful that Ally owns and operates a fully African-owned safari company. That made the experience even more meaningful. There was something very special about exploring Tanzania through a company that is African-owned, locally rooted, and deeply connected to the people, culture, and communities of the region.
Enzi Safaris delivered far more than a series of game drives. They created an experience that was personal, educational, exhilarating, and deeply connected to Tanzania. The combination of outstanding guides, genuine hospitality, local knowledge, and Ally's thoughtful organization made this a trip we will remember for years to come.
To Ally, Lemomo, Freddie, Kinaru, and the entire Enzi Safaris team: thank you for making an extraordinary journey even more extraordinary.
If you are considering a safari in Tanzania, I cannot recommend Enzi Safaris highly enough. They are the real deal.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Gets the job done
There was a lion but it's friendly now staff was very helpful with this. Marcel was so helpful and professional.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible one-day trip to Amboseli National Park, Kenya
My friend and I wanted to go to Amboseli National Park before starting our safari tour in Maasai Mara. We searched for tour operators that could organise a one-day tour from Nairobi and found Balu Travels through Safari bookings.
We had a great experience with them. Shaddy was an amazing driver and guide, going the extra mile to get us all the things we asked for. He picked us from our hotel early in the morning and we didn’t get back until 20:00. It’s a bit expensive but well worth it! We recommend picking the land cruiser and be ready for a long drive to and from the park.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trip of a Lifetime with Native Afrika Voyage
Trip of a Lifetime with Native Afrika Voyage - so it’s only fair I give a thorough review!
I enquired about a private safari online after already booking my flights, so I needed to work backwards and fit everything around our dates. From the start, Milcah was incredibly thorough, helpful and accommodating. I changed our itinerary a couple of times, but she was always happy to make adjustments and came back with great suggestions also shift dates to make the hotel accommodation work.
I explained that I wanted plenty of variety, good accommodation and hotels with watering holes, and as a photographer, plenty of opportunities to photograph wildlife. Milcah went above and beyond and delivered exactly what we were looking for.
The itinerary was fantastic, with a great mix of accommodation and experiences. Alongside traditional game drives, we had a boat safari and a walking safari. Everything was organised perfectly, from airport pickup through to our final drop-off at our airport hotel. The service throughout was excellent, and Milcah was incredibly responsive, even outside normal hours.
Then there was our driver, Steve, who really made the trip unforgettable. His knowledge of the parks, wildlife and birds was excellent, but what really stood out to me as a photographer was how well he positioned the vehicle. He would often manoeuvre us into the perfect spot, giving me fantastic opportunities to photograph the animals. He was patient and always seemed to know where to position us for the best view, which made a huge difference to the photographs I was able to capture.
One of the absolute highlights was witnessing a lion attack during the Great Migration. It was a completely unpredictable wildlife moment that you simply cannot plan or guarantee, but Steve had us in the right place at the right time. I managed to capture a photograph during the encounter that has genuinely become my favourite photograph I've ever taken. As a wildlife photographer, it was an incredibly special moment that I will remember for the rest of my life.
Of course, wildlife is wild, and moments like this are never guaranteed. That's part of what makes a safari so special. You can plan the parks and routes, but ultimately the animals decide what happens. What you can ask for is an experienced guide who knows the area and gives you the best possible chance of witnessing those special moments, and Steve did exactly that.
His knowledge and eyesight were incredible too. We'd be driving along and Steve would suddenly spot an animal hundreds of metres away that we'd completely missed. In Amboseli, he knew where the elephants were likely to cross in front of Mount Kilimanjaro, and he helped us find animals we hadn't yet seen, including cheetahs and leopards.
The little details didn't go unnoticed either. Every morning the safari vehicle was spotless, our drinks were topped up with cold water, and Steve was always on time with a big smile. He even let us connect our own music to the vehicle's speakers.
Steve was an exceptional guide and driver, and as a wildlife photographer I couldn't have asked for someone better. I would highly recommend requesting him if you book with Native Afrika Voyage.
We had such an incredible experience that we're already organising another safari with Native Afrika Voyage, this time for my parents!
A huge thank you to Milcah, Steve and the whole Native Afrika Voyage team for an unforgettable trip. From the planning and organisation to the accommodation, experiences, wildlife and service, everything exceeded our expectations.
Highly recommend Native Afrika Voyage if you're planning a safari in Kenya. We couldn't have asked for a better trip!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply outstanding, they made our trip to Uganda one of a kind.
My wife and I visited Uganda with the help of Buyaga safaris and we cannot speak highly enough of their services.
Our tour was 5 days and included several game drives, chimpanzee trekking and a gorilla trek. All of these experiences passed our expectations.
Between the amazing stops and adventures our guide Simpson was an absolute joy. He was a great driver, guide and companion who we enjoyed having with us every step of the way. He was informative, knowledgeable and very passionate about his country and you could sense the pride he felt when he showed us the beautiful Ugandan countryside. It was also clear that he is good at his craft and is well respected because everyone we seemed to meet a the hotels, treks and restaurants immediately recognized and greeted him like an old friend. It is very easy to feel comfortable and enjoy your trip when this kind of person is the one leading you.
Everything about Uganda and this trip was pleasant. From communicating with Peter who helped us craft the perfect itinerary and was always super easy to communicate with, even though we were planning our visit from the other side of the world as my wife and I are from Canada.
We also wanted to speak highly of the accommodations that we stayed in along the way. We stayed in three different hotels on our trip and every single one of them was amazing. They all had gorgeous rooms with unique views and all of the meals were fantastic. Every single night we got to select our own 3 course meal and each morning we were treated to a delicious breakfast cooked to order. Definitely exceeded our expectations considering we opted to go with a “budget friendly” itinerary to keep our cost down.
I could go on, but just know that booking with Buyaga is a safe choice and you will not regret it.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent Tour Operator and Guides
I recently did a 10 day camping trip from Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park, Elephant Sands, Maun and the Okavango. It was all a fantastic experience, and the only very basic camping was in the Okavango in a very remote location but beautiful spot, where we saw lots of Elephant, zebra and Wildebeest. Other nights we were upgraded to Glamping or chalets. There were only two of us on the tour which was great as most other companies require a minimum number. Our guide, Francis was very informative and efficient.
IT
Perfect Safari experience - all the big five in 4 days
Perfect experience that mix confort and adventure. The booking experience with Gift Tembo was perfect and smooth and he is always available for all questions and doubts.
During the safari Samuel was a great driver and a guide with a lot of experience about animal spot and all the natural stuff.Mr Bonge our chef always available for any kind of request
OM
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Not easy find a professional person like this . In terms of professional and human.
We have been lucky to have a chance to spend our time with you .
It’s been a lovely experience, full of emotion and perfect feeling between us and our guide .
We will never end to say thanks .
AG
Julius was extremely attentive and personable my
The value of the 3 day Masai Mara tour is high! We got 3 meals, accommodation and pick up + drop off from Nairobi. During our game drive, we also saw the big 5, Masai river and so many other animals. Julius ensured that we got the most value from our tour and the best picture opportunities. 10/10 recommend.