20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
Our recent safari adventure through Kenya and Tanzania with Shanjoy Tours & Safaris was nothing short of spectacular! The trip exceeded all our expectations. A huge part of what made this journey so memorable were Martin and our incredible guides, Patrick in Kenya and Elly in Tanzania, who bought their unique strengths to the table.
Kenya with Patrick - A Wildlife Spotting Masterclass
Our safari began in Nairobi, Kenya to Lake Nakuru National Park and Masai Mara with Patrick as our guide, and I can't praise him enough! I saw a lot of reviews regarding Patrick, so I asked Martin that we need Patrick as our guide for Kenya. Patrick is an absolute gem - his knowledge, enthusiasm, and eagle-eyed spotting skills made every game drive a treasure hunt. He delivered the full Big Five experience: lions, water buffalo, elephants, rhinos and leopard. But he didn't stop there - Patrick also tracked down 4 of the Ugly Five (Hyena, Vulture, Warthog, and Marabou Stock), adding a fun twist to our sightings. His ability to spot wildlife from wildlife was uncanny; he'd point out a group of cheetahs stalking prey or a pride of lions sleeping under a tree before we could even focus our binoculars. Beyond his skills, Patrick's warm personality and storytelling made every moment engaging. He's a true safari SUPERSTAR!
Tanzania with Elly - Witnessing Nature's Grand Show
Crossing into Tanzania, we were handed over to Elly, who guided us through the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Elly brought a different flavor to the trip, his deep understanding of the ecosystem and his knack for positioning us at the right place at the right time. The highlight was witnessing the Great Wildebeest Migration in the Serengeti - an awe-inspiring spectacle of thousands of wildebeest thundering across the plains. Elly's treated us to a heart-pounding scene of lions hunting, along with sightings of hippopotamus, giraffe, rhinos, elephants, zebras etc. Ngorongoro Crater felt like stepping into a wild-life documentary, and Elly's insights into the area's geology and animal behavior enriched the experience. Elly also helped us with talking to different vendors for the Hot Air Balloon ride. He was able to get us the ride within our budget.
Why Shanjoy Stands Out
Shanjoy Tours & Safaris deserves the full credit for crafting this unforttable journey. The itinerary was perfectly balanced, covering diverse ecosystems and iconic parks without feeling rushed. The logistics - from comfortable vehicles to well-timed breaks - were flawless, and the team's communication was top notch from booking to the final drop-off at the airport. Pairing us with guides like Patrick and Elly, each with their own strenghts, showcased their commitment to delivering a personalized and high-quality safari.
If you're considering a safari in East Africa, look no further than Shanjoy. Patrick and Elly made this a trip of a lifetime. Whether it's the Big Five, the Ugly Five, or the raw beauty of the savannah, Shanjoy knows how to make it happen. I'd book with them again in a heartbeat - highly recommended!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The tour operator is very welcoming and helpful.
I recently embarked on the Serengeti safari package and it was an absolutely beautiful experience! The landscapes were breathtaking, and the diverse wildlife left me in awe. What truly made this adventure unforgettable, however, were the exceptional tour guides. Their extensive knowledge and passion for their job brought the experience to life, making the safari informative and engaging. I highly recommend Karis Expeditions to anyone looking to explore Tanzania!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Tarangire National Park by David Barnett
A great place to start our trip
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Ngorongoro Crater by David Barnett
Spectacular, a pretty easy way to see just about everything you want to, in a shorter space of time
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Lake Manyara National Park by David Barnett
A nice part of the trip but not the best. Still worth a visit
SE
Amazing
I went with Zanzi Trekking and Safaris on a 3 weeks holiday. Kilimanjaro was a great adventure with amazing nature and very cool places. The safari in Serengeti is like a movie. So much animals. Nogorocrater is a very cool place also. Zanzibar is a nice island. But i prefer the safari and mountain. But beaches are of course also very nice.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome location and such friendly people
What an amazing time we had in Tanzania on a safari for 6 days. Safari Bookings was so simple, but so perfect.
Our guide / driver was Shafino - Shafino the Great! he was absolutely brilliant on every part of our journey.
if you're looking at who to use for your safari - stop searching!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
I had a great experience with this agency.
The safari was amazing! We saw all kinds of animals: lions, giraffes, zebras, elephant and even leopard!
A big thank you to our guide idris the best!
I recommend 1000%
DK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Family Safari in Ruha national Park
We are a family of 5 there have been on 3 days Safari with KIHINDO tours and safari.
Especially the programs with 3 days Safari was perfect for us and the kids.
Our guide Danford and driver Hanakuki showed us many animals and the beautiful Nature in the Ruha National park
We and our kids enjoyed the safari and have for an experiense for life.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Probably the best Safari company in Serengeti
Serengeti Wakanda Tours & Safaris (SWTS) was amazing to work with. We had a group of 14 and our guides Andrew and Eli helped us have the trip of a lifetime. Things that seemed like SWTS did better than most companies:
-The best guides. Andrew and Eli were clearly some of the best guides out there. They gave us really good advice on when to be out and helped us find many cool animal interactions. They also are very funny and have really strong knowledge. You could often hear other guides asking for them on the radio for help because they were clearly more experienced than most
-Good meals. Most companies do boxed lunches for the game drives but SWTS coordinates with the lodging chefs to have a hot lunch prepared for the day. We didn't have to worry about food once our entire trip and ate better than most tour groups.
-Good trip planning. Our safari was 11 days and the progression of the trip and where we visited each day was incredibly well planned out.
-Good communication. I didn't work with him myself since I was not our group's leader but one of the main reasons our planner picked SWTS was because of how good the pre trip communication was, including quote and mapping. The man's name is Goodluck and he is very good at his job.
-Lodging partners are very good. We stayed at Into the Wild Africa, Gnu migration camp, and a fancy lodge. All had top tier service, food, and amenities.