20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Felt like I was in very good hands and everything was taken care of, all I had to do was turn up!
From the very start the company was very professional and I felt like I was in good hands. Having originally booked with a company that ended up hardly responding or was confusing it luckily fell through and I discovered Kafu. I wish I spotted them first as my first communication with them was great and my faith was restored. When arriving in Rwanda my guide was welcoming and sharing facts on the way to Uganda. The gorilla trekking was absolutely amazing and we were put in a small group of 5 so had plenty of opportunities for photos. The whole experience was incredible and worth every penny!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible trip with top-notch guide
Our family of 5 had a 2-day 1-night safari in Chobe, sleeping under canvas, booked through another tour company but operated by Kalahari. It was fantastic. Major was an expert, charming and patient guide both on the boat and on game drives, and stayed just as focused and cool after 3 hours of driving, helpfully answering all our questions. His colleagues at the camp and the office were friendly and helpful, and the food was just what we needed. We saw the most amazing wildlife close up, including a lion chase - unforgettable.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
amazing excellent professional incredible
If you’re planning a Kenya safari, I cannot recommend Jungleroam Safaris enough. This trip was absolutely amazing, excellent and fully professional from the first booking to airport drop-off.
Our travel consultant tailored a perfect itinerary covering Masai Mara, Amboseli and Lake Nakuru, handling all park fees, lodges and transport seamlessly. Our driver-guide was incredibly knowledgeable, with an eagle eye for wildlife—we spotted the full Big Five within two days. Every game drive was remarkable and breathtaking, with unbeatable views of Mount Kilimanjaro and endless savannah herds.
Safari tour Serengeti and Ngorogoro Crater
Very experienced and knowledgeable guide, amazing lodges, incredible animal sightings. We visited Northern Serengeti and Ngorogoro crater. Saw all the Big 5, multiple Wilderbeast crossings and many other animals. Amazing experience, highly recommend.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional
3 Day photographic safari of Amboseli NP
This safari far exceeded all our expectations, from beginning to end Brigit ensured everything was as requested , including the safari vehicle modified for photography.
We were lucky to have Nick as our driver/guide, his knowledge and dedication ensured we saw all and more of the wildlife we were hoping to photograph.
I would not hesitate to recommend Eco-Path Adventures and we are already looking forward to our next trip to Kenya.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional
13 day photographic safari of Northern Kenya NP ,
Meru, Buffalo Springs, Samburu and Laikipia wilderness lodge.
This safari far exceeded all our expectations, from beginning to end everything was as requested, including the safari vehicle modified for photography.
We were lucky to have Jimmy as our driver/guide, his knowledge and dedication ensured we saw all and more of the wildlife we were hoping to photograph.
I would not hesitate to recommend Supersight Tour (Stephen) and we are already looking forward to our next trip to Kenya.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Guide Makes the Trip - And the Trip Was Impeccable!
Raphael and his team made our family trip to Tanzania a truly life-changing experience. From my 70-year old father's eighth trip to my 9-year old niece's first trip, every person had only good things to say about our 10-day journey. From the start, Raphael established clear communication, and was able to answer any questions we had. Each morning and night, he would give us a short debriefing so we knew exactly what to expect in the coming days. If an unexpected issue cropped up, we hardly noticed because it was resolved before it ever became evident (ex. certain delays or weather, or lodge was going to be under construction so Raphael had to book another). From the moment we landed in Arusha to the moment we returned to the airport to start our journey home, we were accompanied by competent guides whose sole focus was our comfort and satisfaction.
Each location was chosen with care, and Raphael was as familiar with the accomodations as the actual staff. In a couple spots, we even stayed in canvas tents where we could fall safely asleep to the sounds of nature just outside our walls. Beyond the safaris in the Ngorongoro Caldera and Serengeti, we also had opportunities to experience the rich culture and traditions of the tribes across the country. And, when it did come time to set out across the natural landscapes, I was absolutely blown away by the depth of knowledge from each of our guides. Raphael himself provided us with facts about the various lion prides, the history of the land, each species' life cycles, but what really surprised me came when my father had a specific goal in mind. Since he had been on many safaris before, my father wanted to spot and identify at least 100 different birds during our excursions, with the help of our guides. Raphael had an "eagle eye" (pun intended) when it came to this task, and we easily surpassed the goal. Not only could he identify the birds by sight, but he could even mimic their calls and give us insight into their natural behaviors.
Due to the size of our group (8 people in total), we were split into two cruisers with three guides in total, including Raphael, who made sure to rotate so we could all get to know one another. Our supplemental guides, Jubilee and Johnny, were welcome additions to the trip, and by the end, my eyes filled with tears when we had to say goodbye. It was abundantly clear that Raphael carefully selects the people he chooses to work with, not only because of their knowledge and skill, but because he has built strong, lasting relationships with each of them. All three of our guides were not just friendly and informed, but warm, welcoming, humourous, and attentive. When Johnny heard I had an interest in animal anatomy, he went out of his way to find well-preserved remains and gave me thorough explanations for each one. My shy niece was the "princess" of the trip, as Jubilee would say, and quickly came out of her shell in the presence of the smiling guides.
If this review seems long, it is because I have so many good things to say about Mawe African Ventures, Raphael, and his team. I firmly believe that had we been with any other tour group, we would not have had the incredible experience that we did. For a once-in-a-lifetime trip, you must take care to choose a team that will help you see all of the beautiful parts of Tanzania, and Raphael does just that. It might sound corny, but I feel fundamentally changed after experiencing the country with Mawe African Ventures, and I hope any one considering a similar trip will choose Raphael to guide them.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extremely organized, accommodating, and personalized! Guides are super friendly and knowledgeable.
We had an amazing trip of a lifetime to Botswana and Zimbabwe with Exec Africa. We had a jam-packed 11-day itinerary filled with game drives, canoe trips, and helicopter flights. Our guide Lee made sure we didn’t have to worry about anything besides waking up on time. He was so knowledgeable about animals, the environment, local culture, and politics. We saw all the big 5 animals and couldn’t be more satisfied with our experience!
NZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good quality small group good on a budget. Great value for money.
Me and my partner did the 9 day budget camping safari from Vic falls through to the Okovango Delta in June. We absolutely loved the company we chose - excellent communication, transparency and very accomodating. Their goal was to give us the best possible experience. If you are wanting a small group safari we would highly recommend. We were in a group of 3-5 people total so we have a very intimate experience with our guides and the company. Company operator Silence and Francis our guide throughout were both amazing. We loved spending time with Francis through different stages of our journey, and Silence organised everything in the background so well - it was a very smooth trip.
Vic falls and Chobe National Park were definitely the highlight - we saw an incredible amount of animals at Chobe - more than we ever expected. We saw lions, hippos, elephants, giraffes, zebras, baboons and plenty of birdlife.. the list does go on! The guides were exceptional and got us up close and personal with the animals safely.
We loved our experience in elephant sands even though we only saw a few elephants by the waterhole. We added an extra game drive for $40 USD which was very worthwhile and we saw many elephants. The Okovango Delta was a very different safari experience alltogether which we didn't expect. You are taken out on Mokoro (small canoes) through the delta and to an island in the Savannah for a wild camping experience. This was a much slower pace compared to the start of the trip as you only see animals by the Mokoro or by foot on a Walking Safari. The experience was more about being in nature rather than seeing the animals so need to be prepared for that. I think we would have preferred having done the Okovango Delta at the start of the the trip and finishing in Vic falls. But we loved the experience of being in nature and hearing all the animals at night.
We were very impressed by the standard of accomodation and food even though we chose the budget camping option. It was far better than we expected.
Highly recommend Zambesi Expeditions for anyone looking to do a good quality small group good on a budget.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a life time
We recently returned from an unforgettable safari and Zanzibar holiday, and we would like to express our sincere thanks to the entire team Kisaza for organising such an exceptional trip especially Steven.
From the very beginning, the communication was professional and quick. The itinerary was carefully planned, and the arrangements throughout the trip were seamless. The lodges were very comfortable and staff there very helpful. Our guide Hussain was very knowledgeable and spent the 5 days educating us and did everything at our pace.
We would definitely recommend Kisaza tours to everyone.
