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65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
East Africa Epic Excellence
This review may be as long as the wait for our pandemic postponed trip to East Africa, but I want to acknowledge everyone that made it so special. Ker Downey Africa team lead by Sarah Morris and Peter Pittendirgh took every request, wish and desire and designed and delivered the most wonderful luxury adventure, exceeding our every expectations.
Our driver greeted us upon arrival at the Kilimanjaro Airport and escorted us to Elewana's Arusha Coffee Plantation Lodge for a good night's rest after the long flights from the US. The next morning, we met Charmy, our Ker Downey driver and guide, who was with us for two days. He took care of our every need from shopping to guiding our game drives through Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater. The two nights at Gibbs Farm were made special by the comfortable furnishings and nightly fires in the fireplace of our cozy cottage. The well prepared meals were fresh farm to table. A private dinner was prepared for us in celebration of our 45th wedding anniversary.
The flights to the Serengeti were flawless. Octavian, our Asilia Sayari Camp guide, met us upon arrival. He took us immediately on a personalized game drive before checking us in at the camp. Sayari Camp is a luxury tented safari lodging. Eric and the rest of the staff were friendly and attentive. We witnessed two wildebeest crossings of the Mara River, a true highlight.
Travel from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Masai Mara in Kenya is a little complicated. A small plane flight to motor coach. A drive to two immigration offices, followed by a motor coach ride to another small plane flight to Elewana's Sand River Camp.
Sand River Camp is on the banks of the peaceful and tranquil Sand River. Outstanding game drives with our Masai guide, Alex. World class cuisine prepared by the kitchen staff for ever meal. Hot Air Balloon Safari delivered a awesome balloon ride over the Masai Mara. True highlight.
After leaving the Masai Mara, we overnighted at the Hemingway Nairobi, an outstanding property and Ker Downey Africa arranged a visit to the Sheldrick Wildlife Elephant Orphanage. If you are in Nairobi, this is a must see. An incredible conservation effort to rescue and care for the elephants orphaned by human wildlife conflict and drought.
We flew to Rwanda and were met by Eric, our driver and guide for our last three days of our trip. After a night's stay in Kigali Serena Hotel, Eric drove us to Volcanoes National Park and The Singita Kwitonda Lodge. Kwitonda Lodge is probably the finest accommodations we have ever stayed. Rob and his staff provide a level of service second to none. Jonas, our personal attendant, took care of us 24 hours a day.
The Gorilla trek was beyond words. We spent an hour plus with the "Igisha" family of over thirty gorillas, including five silverbacks.
The next day we trekked the Golden Monkeys. Again, a lifetime experience. The only regret was we only stay two nights at Singita Kwitonda Lodge.
PT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Diligent, punctual, super friendly.
Great experience. Very good guide and delicious food! Thank you so much Mandela and Muse.
Will degenerou recommend tonny friends
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The Sunset Cruise and Moremi Day Safari arranged directly from the UK were superb.
Everything promised by Shipungo's agent Mark became a reality with our driver and guide, Cam, being extremely well versed in fulfilling our need to discover and photograph the varied wildlife often hiding in the Okavango Delta.
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect
We spent my son and myself on a magnificent safari, great guide, great lodge, everything was very well prepared, very good meals. Excellent !!!
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Quick response and follow up
Very quick response on WhatsApp. Reliable agent. I really enjoyed my birthday trip to Mara.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
10/10 - Unforgettable Experience - Brilliant Service - BOOK THEM!
Cate and her team were nothing short of excellent. We just returned from a 2-week long safari with Prime Safaris, and we had the time of our lives. Our guides and drivers Dennis and Ananias were excellent. Held excellent knowledge about all parts, were great company and looked after us really well. We covered 2400kms of smooth, rough and challenging roads in 12 days and they went over and above every single day. Cate kept in touch throughout and was always just a call away. From the moment they greeted us at the airport, to the moment they dropped us back, we were given a VIP service throughout. The safaris, lodges and adventures were some of the best we have seen and been on. The guides even used their contacts to ensure we got the best experience possible, wherever we visited.
The package was very good value, and we had zero issues throughout - the team was professional, the vehicles excellent and each stay and activity was nothing short of excellent. If you are thinking of doing a Gorilla Tracking and Safari trip in Uganda or Rwanda - book through Prime - they will not let you down!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best safari, Best French guide : Mckenzi
A magical and unforgettable adventure! Our French speaking guide, Mckenzi, showed us a lot of animals. He has the eye to find the most discreet animals and the most extraordinary situations! We thank Friendship Adventure for organizing our safari. The parks and accommodations chosen were great! Everything was perfect, we recommend 200%.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience
Our tour guide Richard has been amazing for the whole trip. He is super nice, friendly and knowledgeable. We asked plenty of questions and he always answers them with patience.
The camp is also fancier than I thought. We got private bathroom inside our tent and hot water for the whole day. The food was also amazing.
Recommend for the first Safari experience!
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent!
We booked online trusting other reviews and we did well.
A praise to our guide Francis: she was very helpful, kind, organized and efficient.
The safari was very nice, we even saw a family of 13 lions.
We chose to stay overnight at Camp Bastian which deserves 5 stars in all.
Very satisfying experience at a good price when compared to other quotes.
I recommend it.
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IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Real proffesionals
Excellent guide and great experience! Logistics was good and food+ hotels were high class! The guide were a real pro and knew where to find each animal in the hige park