PK
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beyond the Plains Safari team from John to Dennis and everyone in between were amazing.
My Kenya safari experience with Beyond the Plains Safari through Rough Guides was amazing. The experience from the first Park to the best Safari Park helped build up the momentum and expectations. From the beginning when I reached out to them until I returned back home John was there to help, respond and accommodate our needs/requirements. He helped us build the best itinerary based on how we wanted to pace it and what we wanted to do, selecting the right hotels and stops along the way. Our driver and guide Dennis was amazing! His expertise in driving in the most difficult of conditions and his brazen chase of the animals got us to see the most number of animals every single day. Every day we saw many of the big five as well as a number of other animals enhancing our experience. His knowledge of the animals and the area was fantastic, he helped me with comfort stops as many times and places as requested. The weather was hot and dusty but the safari experience by far made us forget our surroundings. The hotels - though non-airconditioned - were amazing as well from the ambience, to the room comfort to the fantastic food. The service and staff of each and every hotel were exceptional. Most hotels also give you the animal experience enhancing the safari. And ofcourse the shopping was great too! Just one tip if you have a day or even half a day in Nairobi then look for the Masai Market which is help each day of the week in a different shopping mall parking lot and you will get most things much cheaper there compared to the souvenir shops along the way.
Big shout out to the team of Beyond the Plains Safari Kenya team!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Experience - Guide, Hotels, and Itinerary!
We organized a private safari for four people through Makini for 7 days and 6 nights. Nancy was wonderful in helping us plan and organize the trip, helped to choose excellent lodging and was responsive and helpful with questions leading up to the trip and checked on us during the trip. She even had our vehicle fridge stocked with beer and wine which was a nice treat.
The first day we were picked up right in time from the airport and had a lovely tour of Arusha seeing some local markets and a great museum. Some of the stops seemed designed to get us as tourists to purchase tanzanite, spices, or local art items. Remember haggling at these markets should you choose to purchase is expected. Then we had a good protons the day to relax at our hotel which was beautiful and get adjusted to the time and unwind from two days of flying.
Our guide Godfrey met us the second morning and he was fantastic throughout the entire trip. I genuinely don’t understand how he spotted some of the animals he did. We could not believe how many sightings we had. Godfrey was knowledgeable about the land, the wildlife, and knew all of the trails around the Serengeti and Ndutu so well. He also seemed to know and be friendly with most of the other guides and would get heads ip on the radio or phone when there was significant activity which I’m confident led to how many big sightings we were able to enjoy.
Our trip took us through Tarangire, the Serengeti, Ndutu, and the Ngorongoro Crater. In our 6 days actually on game drives we saw a ton of lions including cubs and an attempt at mating, leopards, many cheetahs, cape buffalo, hyenas, warthogs, elephants, giraffe, zebra, black backed and golden jackals, black rhinoceros, antelopes, baboons, dikdiks, gazelles, hippopotamuses, impalas, vervet monkeys, agama lizard, dung beetle, Nile crocodile, eland, topi, bushbuck, hartebeast, wildcat, and of course the incredible wildebeest migration. Godfrey even spotted a wildebeest in labor and we were able to watch her give birth and see a new wildebeest take its first steps which was a highlight of the trip. The size and scope of the migration is truly indescribable. We didn’t do a balloon tour but I’d bet it we old have been incredible in seeing the migration in large scale from above.
In terms of birds we saw greater and lesser flamingo, helmeted Guinea fowl, kori bustards, ostrich, fish eagles, tawny eagles, vultures, marabou storks, grey crowned crane, African golden-weaver, black headed heron, secretary birds, hammerkop, and more.
We stayed at the Arusha Farmhouse, Suricata Boma Lodge, Misako Luxury Camp, Safari Haven Migration Camp, and Ngorongoro Marera View Lodge. The food on the trip was exceptional. There were delicious hot lunches packed for us each day.
Not sure how this worked out, but we didn’t even see a mosquito the entire trip. The price we were quoted and paid was unbeatable. Makinindid an exceptional job for a great price- I would highly recommend to go with Makini.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our 7-day honeymoon was a dream come true
Our 7-day honeymoon was a dream come true, full of unforgettable wildlife encounters. From the moment we landed, the adventure began. Our game drives took us through the stunning landscapes of Lake Manyara, where we were greeted by herds of giraffes and zebras grazing peacefully by the water’s edge. The vibrant birdlife there was a photographer's paradise, with flocks of flamingos painting the lake pink.
But the Serengeti scene was wow!! Our game drives took us deep into the heart of the savanna, and we were lucky enough to witness the raw beauty of nature. From lions lounging in the shade to cheetahs gracefully sprinting across the plains and huge wildebeest herds migrating to their calving site, every turn seemed to bring a new spectacle. The highlight, though, was waking up to elephants right outside our tent, their massive silhouettes moving through the morning mist. It was a breathtaking moment that felt like we were living in a wildlife documentary.
One of the most surreal experiences was our hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti. We floated silently above herds of wildebeest and gazelles, watching the sun rise over the endless horizon. The view was like something out of a dream.
Then we ventured to the Ngorongoro Crater, where the wildlife seemed to come from every direction. We saw rhinos, buffalo, and more lions than we could count. The crater's natural beauty and its abundance of wildlife made it feel like we had stepped into another world, where the animals ruled the land and we were just lucky to witness their world. Every game drive brought new thrills, and every animal encounter felt like a privilege.
It was the perfect way to start our journey together. Asante sana Zara Tour
Sarah & Sid
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
exceptional
A great experience with local company, excellent value for money for anyone coming from overseas for a kenyan safari tour
CN
Fantastic！！！
The overall service was excellent. The team was highly responsive and efficient throughout the planning process. During the safari, our guide was incredibly attentive and thoughtful. Whenever animals were spotted, he would speed up to get us closer, ensuring we made the most of the experience. We managed to see the Big Five and many other smaller creatures as well.
What stood out even more was how our guide often went the extra mile—literally—to find us the best photo opportunities. My most memorable moment was in Amboseli at sunset. While many safari vehicles crowded in one spot, our guide drove further away and found us a perfect viewpoint where a herd of elephants lined up against the setting sun. It was breathtaking.
After returning to Nairobi, I was quite exhausted and visibly tired. Steve noticed and kindly checked in to see if I was okay. It’s these thoughtful touches that made the trip truly exceptional.
Overall, it was an absolutely fantastic journey. If given the chance, I would definitely choose them again.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was perfect
Our safari at Arusha National Park was absolutely amazing, and a big part of that was thanks to our excellent driver, Alex. He was incredibly professional, drove very smoothly, and made us feel safe the entire time. What really stood out was his patience — he always took his time to stop near the animals so we could observe them properly and enjoy every moment. Alex also explained everything very clearly and shared a lot of interesting information about the wildlife and the park. Thanks to him, the safari was not only beautiful but also very enriching. Highly recommended!
NO
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The man who knows everyone, and the one everybody needs in their safari
Steve organized train, transport to-, and from the train-station, accommodations, and water for us.
Steve cooperated with other guides, so we could witness all the exotic wildlife Mikumi national park had to offer.
Steve is an expert in his field, and shared facts and stories from 10 years of experience.
With Steve’s eyesight of an eagle, he saw wildlife in the horizon. If we didn’t hear from the guides, Steve would see something.
We got to experience elephants, giraffes, impalas, zebras, and even lion female, male and cubs up close, only a few meters from the car!
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
First of all, I would like to thank James for helping us book this itinerary. Our guide, Caxstone, w
First of all, I would like to thank James for helping us book this itinerary. Our guide, Caxstone, was absolutely amazing—very calm, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. He made sure we spotted all of the Big Five and truly enhanced our experience. Overall, it was the best safari we’ve ever had. Thank you, Sunny Creek, for an unforgettable trip.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding in all areas.
If you want the most incredible safari then Serengeti Wakanda is the company to go with. I was a solo female traveller and I not only felt safe but I had the trip of a lifetime. From Beatrice organising my itinerary, Fabby picked me up at the airport and transported me to my accomodation, Jackson showed me Arusha for the day and Max who was my guide and driver for the whole safari showed me the most incredible wildlife and he taught me so much about the animals and Tanzania. I loved this company and this country so much that I plan to return in the future and I will only go with Serengeti Wakanda. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.