ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Zimbabwe and Botswana magic tour
100% fully recommended. The recent experience in Zimbabwe and Botswana with the company was awesome with special mention to our guide Norman who made the trip super top
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
IL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable VIP Safari & Zanzibar Experience with Madini Africa Adventure!
My wife and I recently returned from an incredible 11-day private safari and beach trip to Tanzania, organized by Madini Africa Adventure, and we couldn't be happier with our experience! The entire trip was arranged at a true VIP level from start to finish.
From day one, the level of professionalism, care, and attention to detail was top-notch. A massive, heartfelt thank you goes to Benaiah Chaulah, our sales manager and main point of contact. Benaiah is an absolute lifesaver and a true professional. Before we even arrived, she went above and beyond for us—literally going in person to the immigration office early in the morning to solve an urgent visa issue on our behalf, saving our entire trip!
Beyond making our anniversary trip seamless, Benaiah surprised us with a first-class birthday gift and celebration, which was such a thoughtful, personal, and heartwarming touch!
A special thank you goes to our extraordinary safari guide and driver, Eric! Eric's eagle eyes, vast knowledge of the parks, and endless patience allowed us to experience the absolute best of Tanzania's wildlife. Thanks to him, we saw the Big Five—including rare black rhinos, leopards up close, lions, and the Great Migration!
Every single detail—from the private game drives, the stunning Hot Air Balloon ride, to our top-tier resorts in Zanzibar—was perfectly coordinated.
If you are planning a trip to Tanzania, look no further than Madini Africa Adventure. Ask for Benaiah and request Eric as your guide for a VIP experience of a lifetime. Asante sana, Benaiah, Eric, and the whole team, for an unforgettable adventure!
5/5 – Highly recommended!
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, honest, caring, reliable
Our Maasai Mara safari was exceptionally well organized from start to finish. The team was professional, friendly, and always ready to help. The guide was knowledgeable, punctual, and made sure we had the best possible wildlife viewing experience. Transportation, accommodation arrangements, and overall coordination were excellent. We felt safe, comfortable, and well taken care of throughout the trip. Thanks to their efforts, we enjoyed an unforgettable Maasai Mara adventure and would gladly recommend their services to anyone planning a safari in Kenya.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kind and helpful
Daisy from Bonfire was extremely helpful! She was very available, especially when I was planning from a different timezone and responded to my questions. The organization for the safari was also great. I stayed at the Ol-Moron tented camp and the staff were lovely, the rooms were very clean and comfortable, and the safari drives were amazing. Highly recommend!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Experience
This truly was a trip of a lifetime with Lion King Adventures. One of the most important things for your trip will be your Safari Guide and we could not have asked for anyone better than John. With him we were able to see the Big 5, the Ugly 5, the Great Migration, Migration Crossing at the Mara River, and so much more. We visited Tarangire, Central and Northern Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and lastly Lake Manyara. John was always willing to take pictures with us and really worked hard to make sure we were always safe and happy. One very important thing was seeing how friendly John was with the other Safari drivers - he always greeted others kindly and it was great to see him very willing to help another guide/group in need and it just as great to receive help and friendliness from other guides/groups as well. It really enhanced our experience having a guide with such a good heart. (Special shout out to Paul with Matoke Tours and Benjamin with Lion King Adventures for their kindness)
Lion King Adventures has it's own accommodations in Central Serengeti called "Nyota Serengeti" (which means Serengeti Star, btw) and one of our very few regrets was not staying here longer. Nyota truly felt like a luxury in the middle of the Serengeti - we had running hot water, amazing meals, wifi (about as good as you can expect being so remote), a pool, a spacious room, indoor/outdoor shower, a deck and also you can (sometimes) very clearly hear lions and hyenas very nearby. The staff there were the nicest of all of our accommodations the whole trip. Our friend Isaya escorted us to and from our tent each morning and night, armed with the necessary equipment to keep predators away.
I was very interested in learning as much Swahili as I could while I was there and John very kindly helped me with this goal - he always would find interesting words or phrases that I could learn that were related to Safari and he was such a friendly teacher to also encourage me to use the new words. It was such a short time there but it felt so much longer and we didn't want it to end; we are legitimately so sad for the trip to be over. This will certainly not be the last time we visit Tanzania. We love this country and will miss Tanzania, the Senrengeti, and our brother and friend, John.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service, communication and reliability!
We booked an incredible family trip to Kenya, bringing together three generations for what we hoped would be the holiday of a lifetime. Our goal was to ensure that everyone was well looked after and could enjoy the experience, and it truly exceeded all our expectations.
Linus, our tour operator, was outstanding from start to finish. He took the time to understand our needs, budget, and preferences, and put together a fantastic itinerary with carefully selected accommodation and the perfect trip duration. He was incredibly flexible and responsive throughout the planning process.
Every aspect of the trip was seamlessly organised, including transportation, park entrance fees, accommodation, and additional activities. Everything ran smoothly and exceeded our expectations. We felt safe and well supported throughout our time in Kenya, and Linus regularly checked in to ensure we had arrived safely at each destination and were enjoying our experience.
We greatly appreciated not only his expertise in planning our holiday but also his excellent communication, guidance, and personal attention throughout the journey. This was truly a five-star experience, and I cannot recommend Linus and the Personalised Tours and Safaris team highly enough.
They are simply the best, and I would not hesitate to use them again for any future trips to Kenya. Thank you for helping create such wonderful family memories that we will treasure forever.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
SO, YOU HAVE A DREAM TO EXPERIENCE AN AFRICAN SAFARI?
An African Safari is typically on everyone’s bucket list of travel adventures. It usually involves long flights to a country you have never been to where you are not certain of what you will find when you get there, and it is going to be costly to do it. What if you get it wrong?
So, choosing a travel partner when there are so many to pick from can be a real challenge. Who can you trust to deliver the experience you want at a price you can afford so you go home with magical memories and the pictures or video footage to prove it?
A bit of personal background – I am a 63-year-old, well-educated and well-travelled gay man who has stage 4 metastatic terminal prostate cancer. On top of that, I have a degenerative problem with my left knee. I am a solo traveller determined to experience an African adventure before I die.
With the help of Google, I selected 3 African adventure tour operators for a quote and first to respond was ‘Go Touch Down Travel & Tours’. The others responded soon after.
Despite the quirky name, what stood out for me was their willingness to tailor an adventure to suit me and at a price I could afford. In addition, it was the immediate response I received to questions and follow-up phone calls at times that best suited me regardless of the time in Africa. I received one-on-one attention by a person with genuine passion to deliver my dream adventure. From the moment I booked my trip to the day I arrived through to the day I left, I was in very capable hands.
The accommodation was great, the food exceptional, and the expert knowledge of the rangers was incredible.
To my surprise I met the actual owners of the company; even more surprising is the fact they knew me by name. That's because they are hands-on, so do not be surprised to find them at the lodge where you are staying.
Best of all, you will share your adventure with amazing people from all over the world.
Finally – a big shout-out to Angie Main from Go Touch Down who made it all happen and brought my dream to life.
CZ
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding 8-Day Family Safari in Kenya with AXIS
Our family of six has just returned from an unforgettable 8-day safari across Kenya, visiting Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru NP and Maasai Mara, and we honestly could not have asked for a better experience.
From the very beginning, AXIS demonstrated exceptional professionalism, organization, and customer care. Every aspect of the trip was perfectly coordinated, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy the adventure. The itinerary was well balanced, combining incredible wildlife encounters with stunning landscapes and super comfortable accommodation, making it ideal for a family safari.
The highlight of the trip was undoubtedly our driver and guide, Khalifa. His professionalism, knowledge, and experience elevated the entire safari far beyond our expectations. Khalifa has an extraordinary ability to navigate the parks and spot wildlife, and thanks to his expertise we enjoyed countless memorable sightings throughout the trip including The Crossing. Each individual game drive has been unique and exciting.
What impressed us most was Khalifa's dedication to ensuring we had the best possible experience. He always seemed to know where to go and when, maximizing our opportunities to see wildlife. His patience, friendly personality, and willingness to answer endless questions made us feel comfortable and welcome throughout the journey. He was particularly wonderful with our family, creating an atmosphere that was both professional and relaxed.
We have travelled extensively, and this safari ranks among our best travel experiences ever. A huge thank you to AXIS for their excellent service and especially to Khalifa. We wholeheartedly recommend AXIS to anyone considering a safari in Kenya.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and knowledgeable company!
Great communication throughout the trip.
Our guide John was amazing!
Very impressive tracking skills and the recommenced accommodations were amazing!
We went to Naivasha, Nakuru and then Masai Mara before heading back to Nairobi.
Happy to recommend them to anyone traveling to Kenya!