CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Misleading and sub contracts out without telling you in advance. Be advised, I was also harassed
Unless you are on a private tour and paying big bucks then don't be misled.
They will tell you anything you want to hear, and have good communication. But if you think you are joining one of their safaris, then be advised that they sub contract out to unqualified and poorly organized drivers who work for other budget companies like Bon Fire Adventures. You may be in a van with people from 5 other budget safari companies with different itinaries then you.
Because the driver was juggling different itineraries, he tried to change mine and when I didn't want to stay in a differant lodge, he pitted me against other guest whom one harassed me along with himself.
I lost out on 2 drives as a result.
At 60 years old this was not the safari experience I was hoping for.
They advertise professional driver/guide. The driver was neither. He drove 90% of the time on his cell phone both on the highway and in the park. He had a broken pair of binoculars and only relied on other drivers to tell him where the animals were. This may be ok for young travellers, but I did not feel safe and he was aware of this but continued.
Bison tours would not offer any compensation and did not care about my safety with the two men who were harassing me.
If you plan on joining a safari if you are alone or a couple do not go with Bison or Bon Fire or other operators that don't have their own van and sub contract out. Also make sure that everyone is staying in the same location and on the same itinerary.
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent safari in Masai Mara
The safari met our expectations on 100%. Our gide, Patrik was very experienced, very knowledgeable and very professional. He show us everything, and made our tour unforgettable. Many thanks to Ruth, she organized the tour very well, answerd for all questions detail and fast, and she is very beautifull. I will use their services again surely.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Memorable
Simon was Wonderfull. He answered quickly and efficiently to all our questions and request.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Helpful, knowledgeable and easily contactable.
This was our second safari organised by Transtrek, and we were looking for something to complement last year's Mara/Lakapia/Naibosho trip. Daniel suggested Meru/Samburu and it was once again a wonderful experience for all of us, grandkids included. It was all perfectly organised and it went very smoothly - transfers, sightseeing in Nairobi, internal flights, and departure. Thanks again for the advice and organisation Daniel. It was great.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fabulous company great planning great personnel
It was a great trip from start to finish with a fantastic guide who knew what he was talking.About Lizzy was extremely helpful.
Great views and an amazing chance to see many animals. All processes from when we were booking to when we were on the trip were great and smooth, we will definitely book with them again.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional, stress free holiday planning with Vacay holiday deals.
D.K was always on hand to answer any questions we had, the planning was professional and completely stress free. He even went the extra mile to be of assistance at the Dubai airport. Very grateful, will definitely be doing the same with Vacay holiday deals
US
Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Safari Experience with Furahia
Two of us did a 9-day safari with Furahia Safari. Our English speaking guide, Dismass was very knowledgeable with identifying the animals and birds but also their behaviors and symbiotic relationships. This really enhanced our experience. He was thoughtful and practiced in attending to needs throughout the trip.
Though our truck was a bit worn, we were very pleased with the accommodations, food, and most of all, the safari experience. Seriously consider Furahia if you are planning a Tanzanian safari.
On the practical side, we were in the Serengeti during dry season. If you are sensitive to dust, I recommend bringing some over-the-counter masks. Really helped minimize sinus problems.
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Joseph is the best
Joseph was our guide in kenya.we did 3 nights in mara 1 in naivasha and 2 at amboseli.we went to tanzania and joseph picked us up from sekani to take us to airport.always puncutual and there before time.could see with his eyes what we needed binoculars for.will take you to less touristy amd much lower priced places if you ask.good man.knowledgable.will whiole heartedly recommend to friends and collegues.hopefully will travel again with him to mara tsavo and sambaru
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
Face of Africa is a serious company!
We had a great time! The experience was amazing, the driver was the best, and also the price was super good for the type of trip’!
I absolutely recommend this company!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome experience, can't wait to do more.
Deograsias was always attentive in the planning stage, always responding quickly or updating our agenda when we made requests. His goal is to make his clients happy, this we learned. Our guide Dismas was a dream, we couldn't have had a better companion -- he is highly knowledgeable, responsible, and fun to be with, too. Our lodges and tented camps (Migration and Big Cats trip) were top notch (wifi, ensuite, good hot showers and bedding, often a swimming pool, etc.) , and we had great vegetarian food at each of them. If you go, and you should, be aware that there will be plenty of dust on the drives, so put some face masks in your suitcase, and be prepared for some bumpy roads!
