AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was an unforgettable time. Mohamed organized an amazing adventure for us.
Mohamed was here when we needed something or had questions about the tour. Benjamin, our tour guide was honestly really amazing. He told us many many things about the wild life and the animals. The jeep was comfortable. The food was so tasty. They really did something here. The campsites were quite good. Even wifi and charger points. We‘ve seen all the big 5!! Benjamin really tried his best. The only bit negative point was the hotel in arusha. It was really noisy in the evening and at night. I would still highly highly recommend this agency and espacially Benjamin.
CH
Safari With Us met all my expectations in organizing my trip at very short notice
The team were helpful and communicative at all times. They ensured that all my needs were met.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good tour but several days bored without activities on program.
I booked a tour with Malagasya travels for 14 days throughout southern Madagascar. We hit some of the major national parks as well as the beach on both sides of the country. The tour was pretty good. I would generally recommend Malagasya travels. I really like that Malagasya travels is a local company, and that's one of the reasons I went with them instead of one of the European companies operating in Madagascar with tours throughout Africa. However the reason I gave them four stars instead of five is because of the following. When booking the trip I was looking at several different companies. I had to make a decision of which company to go with and Malagasya travels would promise to send me an itinerary on a particular day and then send it several days later. By doing this they delayed my decision process on picking a tour company to go with and made the process more stressful. Malagasya travels was not my first choice of tour company to use. In addition to this there were several days on their tour which finished in the middle of the day and for the rest of the day you are left at the hotel. This may be desirable for some travelers who wish to just relax, however for me it was frustrating as I wished to do more activities and not just sit around for the day. To pay thousands of dollars for a trip in a wonderful and beautiful country just to lounge around the hotel was not attractive at all to me and was quite frustrating. However, I am younger and I noticed that a larger portion of the tourists in Madagascar are older and retirees, so to travel in the morning and then have the rest of the day free to relax at the hotel, may be quite desirable. I brought both these issues up with Malagasya travels. So good luck with your search for a tour company to use. Malagasya travels was pretty good but less active then some of the other companies in their trips and have delayed responses when communicating with them. But they work hard and you will see and experience many great things if you go with them! Safe travels!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great value safari!
We did the 6-day safari through Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli. Overall the itinerary was good but a little too long. It involves a lot of driving to get to and back from Amboseli. I’d recommend a shorter tour and prioritize Masai Mara. Although getting to see Mt Kilimanjaro from Amboseli was worth the long drive. We didn’t see as many animals in Lake Nukuru. You couldn’t get as close to the animals as in Masai Mara. I was hoping to see more flamingos but it may not have been the season.
Karibu is a solid tour operator. They offered their home stay apartments for our one night in Nairobi before the safari started. They covered the driving from the airport and to/from the start of the safari. Their communication was fine... I found I had to probe and ask a lot for details. It would have been better if they had an itinerary or set expectations the day before the trip. The planning at times felt rushed or last minute with the camp managers.
The safari driver, Edward, was good as well. He showed us a lot in Masai Mara but I think he got tired as the tour went on.
Since we picked the budget option, the accommodations were as expected. Simple tented camps but unreliable hot water. If you want better accommodations I’d sprint for the pricier tours.
For the money, I think the safari was great value! We saw a lot of animals and felt we got the full safari experience from the trip.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Nice Safari
It was a long drive from the port to Mikumi Game park but it gives you the ability to really see how the locals live. At one point, the road was closed for a traveling dignitary. We got out to stretch and met a Maasai man that had walked about 10 miles to find a place for his cattle to graze (drought making it tough). Priceless experience
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
This was my first time using a tour operator and they were professional.
Requested a breakdown of available vehicles and pricing and was offered one in a timely manner. With this I was able to budget my trip. The vehicle and driver provided were safe and we were able to accomplish our goals effectively.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Lovely Safari Experience
I chose to book with Parrot Safaris because communications were super quick and helpful at all times. Joseph's attention to his clients is just perfect. This expectation I had also for the whole tour. Above all, that the driver, who is with us for 5 days, is explaining the dayli routine, or gives advices regarding what to bring (eg bring a warm jacket, take care on the food in the car --> monkeys, etc.); that was missing. We furthermore had to please every day for our bottle of water. We also did the Tansania part (with the partner 7 Wonders) and can compare. There, the guides explained the day routine every day, the bottle of water was already on the seat and whenever we stopped, they gave us information on route about cultur and natur. For me, the most important with such a travel is the group and the driver...
Accomondations were all good, with one Exception --> Jambo Mara Lodge in Maasai Mara. Food is not good and it is to far away from the animals due to the dry Maasai Mara. The car in Kenya was very old, slowly and very loud. And you sit a very long time in the car. :-) Communication about the Gorge in Hells gate should be improved (Gorge is closed and you have to pay extra for a short walk to a view point and hot springs - but don't miss it!). My favourite was Nakuru NP, Mount Longonot hike and for sure the Balloon Ride within Maasai Mara, Serengeti NP and Ngorongo Crater. Wonderful Experience!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great Value for an amazing trek
We wanted to trek up Mt Kenya and Dennsland made it happen, with many experiences on the way that made it an authentic Kenyan experience. Organizing the trip over email and WhatsApp was easy. Our guide Kim and 2 porters Jeff and Daniel were great, very friendly, knowledgeable and very accommodating. The scenery and the experience of seeing the sunrise on top of Mt Kenya is spectacular and totally worth the effort. I would totally recommend Dennsland Trekking if you want to do Mt Kenya on a budget. They definitely provided value for the cost
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded my expectations
I was a bit nervous going with a local operator for my first safari in Tanzania - particularly with respect to their ability to manage the logistics of adding me to a group since I was traveling solo and of handling ferrying me from and to my home base in Moshi (rather than Arusha). KBSC however exceeded my expectations overall. My trip consisted of a private walking safari in Arusha National Park followed by a 4-day conventional group game drive through the "northern circuit" parks. Both parts were well run, with notably an excellent guide for the game drive, one who had the knowledge and experience to not "follow the herd" - i.e. other safari vehicles - when looking for game viewing opportunities, and we were treated to all that we could want, including black rhinos, leopard and myriad others. He also had great answers to all our questions about local flora, culture, etc. The tents and lodges were we stayed were very basic but adequate, and the food a bit bland and monotonous (lots of chicken and rice...), but maybe that was to be expected for a "budget" safari. Transportation logistics were flawless. Overall, I feel comfortable recommending this company for your safari needs.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Adventure awaits…
It was fantastic to explore Chobe and Victoria Falls with MOTE. Not only did it make transcending borders easier, but it helped to have a set program every day. The boat trips were a highlight at sunset.