50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing from start to finish
Just back from a seven day safari with big time safari.We have been waiting two years to do our safari because of covid,wow was it worth it,They made our safari so amazing from all the planning,whenever I emailed Martha she was always quick to reply,Then on safari our guide James made our safari so special,his knowledge was amazing,taking so much time to find the animals,The best compliment I can give Big Time Safari's is they made us feel like family,when we return to Kenya to safari again they are the only company we would use
So thank you so much again big time safari
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip and amazing guide- Ernest Moshi
We had a 5 safari days with the amazing guide and driver- Ernest Moshi.
Moshi have great knowledge and answer every question we ask. In addition, he helped us with every little thing, found the most interesting wild animals and all of that was with a smile and joy. We enjoyed our trip very much, we think it’s a lifetime experience, and Moshi did it authentic and incredible.
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience and perfect organization
Erasto and David (French-speaking guide) came to pick us up at our hotel in Moshi, offering us champagne.
They ensured the transfer to our Hotel in Arusha and we greatly simply the task.
The next day, Erasto, Rahim the driver and David picked us up at the hotel and offered us water bottles bearing the image of LomoTanzania and with our first names.
Our 4*4 was equipped with all amenities (wifi connection, water and various drinks in the fridge).
We spent 3 days and 2 fantastic nights in the Serengeti Park and the Ngorongoro Crater and we saw the big five animals (rhino, elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo).
Our French-speaking guide David had a great knowledge of wildlife and taught us a lot.
We stayed in the Sound of Silence luxury tented camp and received a warm welcome.
We would like to thank Lomotanzania for the professionalism and their human side and have always responded favorably to our requests.
A big thank you to Erasto, Rahim and David and we wish you a lot of success because you deserve it (A journey that changes lives!)
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NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great tour operator that more than lives up the expectations !
With our family of 5 we had a superb trip of 3 weeks to Uganda. Right from all the preparations/planning and all the communication surrounding that phase to the final execution itself Matoke Tours did an excellent job. Their decades of experience in the country was very clear as they were very capable to translate our wishes into a really memorable trip. As our party split-up half way we had two guides/drivers where again it was very clear that they are all very well trained to really provide their guests with a great holiday. Very attentive and always in great spirits they both were a joy to have as our guides. Hence I certainly want to mention their names as I can highly recommend both: Sam B., a very seasoned guide with a lot of knowledge of all animals and birds and very well respected everywhere we came which always made for a very easy landing after our drives and not to forget Kassim Kamya, a young and enthousiastic guide, super protective of his clients wanting you to have the best time ever. And above all and maybe most important, they are very safe drivers.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect experience
Not knowing what to expect with our safari we got the best. Excellent guide Eric who made us feel comfortable immediately. He's very interactive, knows everything about nature and is a lot of fun. Thanks Eric for being our guide during our 4 day safari.
Then you have to know Simba, our native guide during the bush-walk. A great story teller with all the knowhow on how to survive in the bush. We had a lot of fun with Simba and the Massaï.
Smile with us is well recommended, just book, you won't be sorry. Thank you Jacob!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari sur mesure en Tanzanie avec KIBUYU AFRICAN SAFARIS
J'ecrais très rarement sur ce genre de forums mais il me semble important de vous partager mon expérience, tant elle a été magique.
Nous sommes donc partis en couple en Tanzanie pour visiter les parcs nationaux du Nord et avons fait appel à l'agence Kibuyu (www.kibuyuafricansafaris.fr)
Par où commencer …
Réactivité, écoute et personnalisation du parcours et des lodges selon nos envies, accueil chaleureux, diversité des paysages : autant de qualificatifs pour ce safari de 3 jours pleins (5 au total) organisé par Marie et son associé.
Signez les yeux fermés, vous vivrez une expérience mémorable !
(Parcs visités: Tarangire; Manyara, Ngorongoro)
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I rarely write on this kind of forum but I think it is important to share my experience with you, as it was so magical.
We went to Tanzania as a couple to visit the northern national parks and used the Kibuyu agency (www.kibuyuafricansafaris.fr)
Where to start ...
Reactivity, listening and customization of the itinerary and the lodges according to our wishes, warm welcome, diversity of landscapes: so many qualifiers for this safari of 3 full days (5 in total) organized by Marie and her partner.
Sign up with your eyes closed, you will live a memorable experience!
(Parks visited: Tarangire; Manyara, Ngorongoro)
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
epic adventure in Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls, tailored for a father and son!
Roho Ya Chui delivered an exceptional experience that exceeded expectations! I shared a budget and a general sense of what we wanted for an experience for my young adult son on his first trip outside of North America. Ute kindly suggested an itinerary that modified my initial ideas and budget expectations. Her recommendations were spot on!
We spent 3 nights in Victoria Falls and 3 nights in the Okavango Delta. Accommodations were excellent with warm and attentive staff. Throw in a little luck with the weather and wildlife viewing...perfect! I will post comments on the specific
Thank you!
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
This tour is amazing. Everything is well organised and always on time. You have only to enjoy the safari and don’t think about anything. The team will take care of the tents, food and transport. Nicolas has been our 5 stars driver / guide!
We got the chance to see lions, leopard, cheetahs and tons of animals.
I travelled solo and Safari Leken has taken care of me from the beginning to the end of my stay in Arusha.
Highly recommended!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, friendly, accommodating and easy delivery of a perfect bucket-list holiday
After a huge amount of planning and delayed arrangements, due to Covid-19, my girlfriend and I were FIANLLY able to depart on our holiday of a lifetime.
George had been exceptionally professional and diligent in his planning and communication throughout the process and this did not falter despite the global pandemic. Only a week prior to departing, my girlfriends' dream came true when we were contacted by Giraffe Manor, informing us that a room had become available. At the drop of a hat, George managed to rearrange the later parts of our trip to accommodate this very late change in plan. For this reason alone, I cannot thank, nor recommend, Right Choice in any higher way. For 4 years, we had a solid plan, booked into hotels and a clear schedule in place. Only a week before departure, George had rearranged our last 3 days. This is proof enough that he, and all the staff at Right Choice, go above and beyond in their customer service.
We arrived in Nairobi and we were taken, by taxi, to our hotel. The hotel was beautiful and every single member of staff went out of their way to ensure we had an amazing day, prior to departure on the safari.
The following day we met our guide for the safari, Sami. Without a doubt, a good guide will make or break your safari experience and Sami was incredible. We made our way to the Maasai Mara. We arrived at the first hotel (Keekorok Lodge) which, whilst stunning, was the most basic of the hotels we stayed in. All the staff here, again, were amazing. The rooms did need some TLC but it was plenty good enough. The next 3 days were a blur. Early starts, hot air balloon rides and such an amazing abundance of perfect, beautiful wildlife, we were in awe. Sami made sure that we were able to see everything and more and, unlike several other guides, he was wonderfully respectful of the wildlife. This is something which we would have wanted but it was clear that Sami loved and appreciated the wildlife as much as we did.
We left Keekorok Lodge and went to Lake Nukuru. The hotel was just breath-taking. Here we saw the missing piece of our Big 5, both the Black and White Rhino. The huge amount of different and amazing birds which were easily spotted could have upstaged the wildlife.
Amboselli? Yet again, the hotel and national park were just perfect. We had seen all the wildlife that we thought possible however this park kept on delivering the surprises.
The last stage of the safari presented the most perfect hotel on the safari; Kilaguni Safari Lodge. This hotel was beyond all comprehension and the watering hole, visited by all sorts of wildlife (elephant, giraffe, zebra etc) was just the most mind-blowing experience whilst we ate.
We departed and stayed for a night at Giraffe Manor which needs no review. Its just another moment in a bucket-list experience and was yet another unique experience.
Finally, we had an internal flight to Mombasa, for the Baobab Beach Resort. Again, another great hotel and a wonderful moment to relax before coming home.
Overall, the holiday was nothing but a bucket-list experience delivered with professionalism and ease. George could not have been any more caring, delivering an amazing level of customer service. Sami was the perfect guide for the trip. Whilst Keekorok Lodge needed some minor repairs, it did not disappoint. Every person we encountered were determined to deliver the most amazing holiday for us.
I would recommend that people understand how the hotels work as we didnt realise that we needed to pay for all our drinks and thought that they were included with our package. They werent. This had absolutely no impact on our holiday and is no problem whatsoever, its just something to be aware of.
We cant thank George or Sami enough for everything that they did. We have been recommending this exact holiday, Right Choice and Sami, to many people since we returned. Communication and service was excellent throughout. Yes, this is an expensive holiday but it really is a bucket-list experience.
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service
Really a 5-star service provided by Eric and our guide Sammy, both are super nice and knowledgeable. We spent 11 days driving around with Sammy, without him this trip would not be enjoyable if I had to do all that he did and with no prior knowledge.
Lodgings are ranked from over-the-top (first and last) to great to fine, again, we did not have to do anything, Eric did all the bookings etc.
When we are back to Namibia, and we will be, I will certainly hire them again. Recommend 100%.