50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Two Aussies Abroad
First time to Namibia.
First time doing a Father and Son Self Drive Safari.
Katya from Desert Air Africa Safari's was excellent in packaging up our individual requirements and adding her personal touches.
The drive through Okonjima Plains, Mushara, and Waterberg was eyewatering. Out of the Big 5 we managed to see 4 - Lion, Leopard, Elephant and Rhinoceros up close and Personal. Unfortunately the Buffalo were in the protected area of Waterberg Plateau and not accessible.
In addition there were many other local animals, Cheetahs, Springboks, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, and a multitude of other fascinating species, big and small, interacting in their natural environment.
All tours at each site was very well executed - couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Would I recommend doing a Self Drive Safari - Too right I would.
Would I recommend doing a Self Drive Safari with Desert Air Africa Safari - Most Definitely, just ask for Katya.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Stress free travel with exceptional planning.....
We have just returned from our 5th trip organised by The Luxury Safari Company. This time we were in South Africa.......both locations were superb, the planning and execution of our trip was faultless, meaning we arrived, relaxed and happy.
Thank you Rose..... looking forward to Trip Number 6 to Rwanda in October.
Vanessa x
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Disponibility
Safari is a very amazing experience but a professional support is essential to really enjoy your journey. Sacred Wilderness Expedition was available to each of my request from start to end. Thanks to them !
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing experience in Kenya
We had an excellent experience with Morningstar on our 5 day tour in Kenya. We visited Masai Mara Reserve, Lake Nakuru Reserve, and Lake Naivasha. We visited in early January 2026.
Our experience started before the tour, working with Winnie at their head office who contacted us directly after our initial inquiry and quote request. She was very helpful and proactive as we worked through the finer points of our itinerary, ensured all of the lodges and resorts had space for us on the dates we wanted, and suggested optimizations that balanced cost, schedule, and itinerary. She remained in contact just before and during the tour to ensure everything was ready, organized, communicated and to our satisfaction. Winnie was amazing to work with.
The lodges and resorts we stayed at were all great (Zebra Plains Collection in Masai Mara and the Sopa Lodge series of resorts at Nakuru and Naivasha). These organizations are all top notch. Despite being billed as mid-range to luxury, we felt like we lived in luxury at each place. The staff are friendly and attentive, the food was delicious and varied, and the accommodations were very comfortable. Each hotel matched and maximized the natural riches of each geographical area. Zebra Plains had an observation area to view the local hippo family in the adjacent river, Nakuru Sopa Lodge is built in a hilltop and had amazing views of the lake and surrounding area, and Naivasha Sopa Lodge has an extensive grounds teeming with gentle wildlife (zebras, giraffes, waterbuck, antelope, monkeys, and more). The Naivasha lodge was particularly special as one of our most memorable hotels ever as it's quite amazing to be sharing that space with the animals, watching zebras play in your back yard, saying goodnight to a giraffe grazing at your front door after dinner, and waking to a herd of waterbuck at your window in the morning. Very special.
The 4x4 truck used for the trip was very good. It looked basically the same as the vehicles used by most tour providers. Built for the rugged terrain it had no issues along the way. It wasn't always the most comfortable of rides but that's just the nature of the roads and being in the wild... if you're looking for a comfort ride, don't go on safari! The pop-top roof was great and we had a 360-degree view of everything.
Finally, and most importantly, our driver and tour guide, Alex, skillfully drove us between each location and through the parks on game drives. Alex is a true professional, he's friendly and punctual, knows each park intimately, and has an established network of relationships with hotel staff and other tour guides that allows him to quickly navigate each park to maximize what you see and do each day. While there's certainly a fair amount of luck associated with wild animals and local weather conditions, having a guide that understands each species, knows their habits, rhythms, cycles, and habitats, dramatically tips the scales of luck in your favor. After 5 days (which included about 3.5 days of safari touring and game drives) the number of animals and species we saw was everything we expected and more. Highlights included seeing lions feeding from a fresh kill, lion cubs (a rare sighting), watching a leopard emerge from a day-long nap to feed from a fresh kill it had stashed in a nearby tree (some pro photographers waited there the entire day while Alex strategically checked in through the day and had us on site within 30 minutes of the key action), sighting multiple black rhinos at Nakuru (also a rare find), and tracking a leopard through the village area of Masai Mara (something even Alex said he'd never seen before). Another example of Alex's knowledge paying off was tracking a cheetah at Masai Mara. We saw it walking through a field and it stopped to mark a tree. Alex knew its path and drove almoat 1km up the hill to another tree. Sure enough the cheetah walked right towards us over the next 10 min giving us some great approach photos and prime viewing as it marked the next tree. It then jumped up on a nearby ant hill to survey the plains and basically posed for a photo session, just amazing. Yes, some luck involved, but Alex placed is in the right spot at the right time. We felt safe in his care and got everything we wanted and more from our 5 days with him.
It's also no small feat to navigate the roads and highways between Nairobi and the various parks. Traffic and road conditions can be uncertain, the dirt roads and off-road paths are variable and ever-changing. While he's not a showman, Alex is everything you want in a guide and driver... professional, safe, efficient, friendly, knowledgeable, and well-connected. Big thanks to Alex for our time with him in Kenya.
The only bad thing I'll say is that I really dislike editing photos and I came back with so many animal and nature photos I'm going to be busy for weeks sorting through them all.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Rich in experience and smooth communication
Great in arrangement and service, can understand our requests very clearly and quickly, prompt response to our requirements
IE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Staff members Khalifah and Derek made the safari
From the start of our journey in Nairobi to the finish on lake Naivasha, Khalifah had a story for every part of our journey. In the Massi Mara safari he was so informative about all of the animals and especially the history or the lion family.
Khalifah local wisdom and knowledge about the national park was extraordinary and was ably assisted by Derek.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good.
Trip to Sezibwa Falls Mabira ,Forest and The Source of The Nile in January.
Very beautiful nature and supportive and friendly guides!
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was amazing!
Our family trip to Kenya in October 2025 with Dalili Adventures was truly one of the most unforgettable travel experiences we have ever had. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized and executed with so much care and professionalism.
Our guide Kamao (K-A-M-A-U) accompanied us for the full two weeks, and he was simply outstanding. From picking us up at the airport to bringing us back for our departure, we felt completely taken care of at every moment. Kamao has an incredible knowledge of Kenya, its wildlife, culture, and hidden gems. He brought us to the most amazing spots, always at the right time, and made sure every day was special.
The selection of lodges was fantastic — beautiful locations, great comfort, and a wonderful atmosphere throughout the entire trip. The daily programs were perfectly balanced: exciting safaris, breathtaking nature, and enough time to relax and enjoy everything as a family.
What really made this trip stand out was the feeling that everything was effortless for us. Dalili Adventures handled all logistics seamlessly, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the experience without worrying about a single detail.
This was honestly one of the best vacations I have ever had, and we owe that to Dalili Adventures and especially to Kamao. I can wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for a truly exceptional and well-organized adventure in Kenya.
Thank you for an unforgettable journey!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Cheneso Safaris, expert guides with exceptional service đź‘Ś
I'm so grateful to Cheneso Safaris for making our trip to Victoria Falls truly seamless and unforgettable. From the moment we landed, everything was perfectly arranged. Cheneso Safaris were extremely helpful in booking activities, the Hotel reservation and restaurants for our stay in Vic Falls. It was so much easier than trying to do it ourselves.
Since we visited in December at the start of the rainy season, the water flow over the falls was picking up beautifully. A word of advice: definitely bring a raincoat you will need it. The spray is like standing in constant rain.
We also appreciated the flexibility of the first day, after lunch at Look out Cafe, Cheneso Safaris gave us the choice to explore more or head back to the hotel to rest before the cruise. We opted for a rest, and Cheneso Safaris seamlessly handled all the transfers.
The sunset cruise was another absolute highlight. We saw many hippos and crocodiles along the banks while enjoying drinks and snacks on board. They later accompanied us to the BOMA Dinner show, which was a fantastic experience before driving us back to our hotel. Thank you to both of our hosts for making the whole trip unforgettable.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good and professional.
Our guide Saddam is very humorous，talkative and professional，we found many beautiful animals in safari，it is an unforgettable and interesting memory.
