20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime, with a guide who went above and beyond
We've just come back from a 5-day Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari with Shayona Safaris, followed by two days exploring Arusha and Moshi, and it was everything we hoped for and more. From the first contact with Ritesh, communication was constant and easy, right through booking, the trip itself and afterwards.
The itinerary was really well thought through, right down to the snacks. We added the hot air balloon ride as an extra, and it was one of the most special parts of the trip.
Our driver-guide, Onesmo, made the experience. He got us to quite literally every animal we hoped to see: the migration, the Big 5, the "ugly 5" and the endless Serengeti plains. He's a highly skilled guide and a great educator, and he was thoughtful, polite and made us laugh all week.
He also went well beyond the safari itself. He spent time with us in both towns helping us find places that aren't on Google Maps. He was endlessly patient, and it meant a huge amount to see those places.
The team were flexible and supportive throughout. They accommodated us when we added onto another booking, and they were quick to help when our flight was cancelled.
We honestly struggled to find anything negative to say. Would recommend without hesitation.
AL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Safari Experience with Sereland Africa Safaris
I honestly don’t have enough words to describe this experience. It was definitely one of the most incredible things we have ever experienced.
What made it even more magical was our guide, John Boma. Without John, our safari simply wouldn’t have been the same. He took care of everything to make sure we were comfortable throughout the entire safari and that we had everything we needed.
He was extremely careful and professional, especially when driving off-road, and incredibly attentive to the animals we were most interested in seeing. Whenever we mentioned a particular animal we wanted to see, he would do his best to find them and give us the opportunity to see them.
Beyond the safari itself, John was also incredibly knowledgeable and patiently answered every question and curiosity we had about Tanzania. We learned so much from him along the way, which made the experience even more special.
The picnic was also one of the highlights of the experience. Everything was very thoughtfully prepared, from the selection of the food to the way it was served. The team was extremely attentive, and we never felt hungry throughout the entire safari.
The safari vehicle was also very well equipped, with a table at the front, binoculars, a dedicated space for water, and a cooler stocked with water, Coca-Cola and other drinks. Everything was thoughtfully arranged to make the experience as comfortable as possible.
If we ever come back for another safari, there would be no question about choosing John from Sereland Africa Safaris as our guide again.
Thank you, John, and thank you to Sereland Africa Safaris for making this experience so unforgettable. We truly hope to come back one day!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect organization
We had an amazing experience with Beyond The Plains Safaris.
Everything was very well organised, and our guide Ken was fantastic. He was knowledgeable, friendly and always gave us interesting explanations about the animals and the Maasai Mara.
Thanks to his experience, we managed to see all of the Big Five in just two days of safari, which made the trip even more special.
We really enjoyed every game drive and always felt we were in great hands. A big thank you to Ken and the whole team for making our safari such a memorable experience.
Highly recommended!
CR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They fulfilled my dream!
I went on safari with my boyfriend to celebrate my birthday and wow the experience did not disappoint! All the parks and reserves we saw seemed like they were taken from a painting since the landscapes were most impressive!!! Having the animals so close was an incredible experience that I wouldn't change for the world. We learned a lot with Eli our guide, we ate delicious in all the lodges and we were very well received by Philo, the owner. I have to insist that everyone goes on a safari at least once in their life and with African Savannah Trekkers you won't miss a thing, we even saw the great wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River and a hot air balloon flight😍
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MA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Truly attentive team
Truly attentive team. The safari was flawlessly organized. We highly recommend working with Marco Polo Agency, which shows professionalism at every stage.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and reliable
My travel plan is quite complicated. I will first land in Kenya, then go to Tanzania, and finally transfer from the northern part of Serengeti to Arusha to Zanzibar Island. Each link can be said to be perfect. Joseph, the guide in Kenya, made me feel like a family member. He was like an elder to me, patiently answering my questions, providing enthusiastic and professional explanations, and realizing my childhood dream. In just a few days, we developed a deep emotional connection. Pray, the guide in Tanzania, took care of me like a brother. He had excellent driving skills and professional explanations. In order not to delay the trip, he gave up his meal time and replaced the car tires. The abilities of these two guides are beyond doubt. If you go to Kenya to find Joseph and Tanzania to find Pray, they will bring you the best experience.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Efficient,great communication and flexible
We had an absolutely incredible safari experience with Explorers Wild Adventures in the Masai Mara and would highly recommend them to anyone planning a Kenya safari.
From the beginning, the whole experience was very well organised and everything went smoothly. The Masai Mara was absolutely breathtaking, and we were fortunate enough to see so much wildlife, but what really made our trip special was our driver and guide, David.
David was fantastic from start to finish. He was extremely knowledgeable about the animals, the park and the local area, and his experience was obvious. He seemed to have an incredible ability to spot wildlife that we would have completely missed ourselves!
He was also a brilliant driver, making us feel safe and comfortable throughout the game drives, even on some of the rougher tracks. He was patient, friendly and always focused on making sure we had the best possible experience.
David genuinely went above and beyond for us, and some of the wildlife encounters he helped us experience are memories we will never forget. He wasn't just our driver — he really helped make the whole safari feel special.
A huge thank you to Explorers Wild Adventures team and especially to David for giving us such an unforgettable experience. We couldn't recommend them highly enough, and if you get the opportunity to have David as your guide, you are in very good hands!
We hope to return to Kenya one day, and we would definitely choose Explorers Wild Adventures again. 🦁🐘🦒🇰🇪
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A unique experience. Highly, highly recommended.
A unique experience. Highly, highly recommended. I have nothing but good things to say. We took this trip as a family of four—my wife and I, along with our 13-year-old daughter and 11-year-old son.Honestly, the service we received can only be described as excellent. It started with the itinerary planning, which was perfectly tailored to our needs, followed by how they cleared up all our doubts during the preparations, and finally, the constant support throughout the entire trip, which allows you to truly enjoy every single moment.A safari is spectacular on its own, but the experience is so much better when your team is this deeply involved. A huge thank you to Renga, our guide, and Joseph, our driver, for the magnificent treatment you gave us during the whole trip. It was an absolute pleasure sharing this experience with you!!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Dream come true
I can’t recommend deeper Serengeti safaris highly enough. From start to finish the communication was fantastic. Sadati worked with me on what I wanted in the safari, answered all my questions and stayed in touch from booking until the day of the safari. Then the safari itself was out of this world. Our guide Ayo was fantastic. He was so knowledgeable and we saw not only the big 5 but so many more. The whole experience was magical and I can’t thank Ayo and Sadati enough
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic trip! A great blend of observing animal behavior and learning about Tanzania culture.
This safari experience far exceeded our expectations. The tour was flexible and Brenda was responsive to our questions and provided options for us to customize our trip. Our tour guide, Kakasii, was highly experienced and knowledgeable and we loved that he shared our excitement and thrill with seeing all the animals. We appreciated his explanations and his patience allowed us to observe wildlife behaviors up close. We felt we were given plenty of time to take photos, identify animals, and ask questions. The accommodations were excellent including the remote mobile bush camps. We included several cultural visits which enhanced our experience by learning about the people of Tanzania. Spending time in Zanzibar at the end of the safari was a relaxing way to end the trip. We highly recommend this tour with Tanzania Choice Safaris!!
