50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Authentic, original, real
A really authentic, old school feel safari. Exceptional service, clean and great food. You really leave feeling like family
HU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
It is 5 Stars for Me
We have been on Safari to Zambia, Botswana and Namibia however our favourite operator did not have options for Tanzania and Zanzibar but introduced us to Gecko Adventures who handled our tour flawlessly. We did a 6-day safari to Selous, Ruaha and Saadani parks and finished off with 4 days of relaxation in Zanzibar.
Rama is an amazing driver/guide with exceptional skills of spotting animals in the bush and kept us captivated with his detailed narration of the interesting sights we encountered and past guiding experiences.
Zanzibar- we spent the first day exploring past and present culture in Stone Town and Prison Island. We spent the next 3 days enjoying the pristine Matemwe beach.
We are very grateful to Gecko Adventures for putting together such a fabulous and unforgettable holiday filled with adventure and booked in amazing lodges for reasonable rates.
PE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Visitors are the bosses
Our guides Amani nanyaro and David mdee were kind and opened to listen our suggestions... the tour was well planned as it started and finished on time. They help you with the sim card for your cellphone. We were a group of 7 people in two jeeps. And the hotels chosen for us were cool... enjoy the lodge in the middle of Sengereti park. Do not hesitate and choose them for an unforgettable experience. The guides speak Spanish as I do, so if that is your mother tongue you will feel confortable.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful and knowledgeable
The tour was great. The accommodations were wonderful. The tour operator was very helpful and knowledgeable.
DE
20-35 years of age
Great safari experience safari
This was my first time doing a safari and the itinerary from Makini Tanzania Safari was really wonderful. Our group of six were taken by the most excellent guide/driver, to a number of national parks. These included the Lake Manyara, Tarangire, Ngorongoro crater and serengeti
Guide provided a wealth of information. Sometimes I couldn’t keep up with all of the information he know about the parks, the area, and the animals. He knows it all! He especially delivered when we were in the crater and overheard on the radio that some rhinos were spotted. He went above and beyond to make sure we got to the spot where they were seen. And that checked off the Big 5 list.
All of the lodges we stayed at were amazing, especially the Ngorongoro Farmhouse at the end of the safari. Lodge staff were great, food was amazing and more than plentiful.
I can’t thank the organizers enough for an amazing experience. Definitely recommend this company
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very helpful and flexible but communication could be improved.
I just finished a 4 day Safari with Karibu Safaris. The guides and everyone were very friendly and helpful. Communication could be improved as changes were made to our itinerary without consultation. I also would’ve appreciated more information from the driver about the animals on game drives, but overall a very good experience.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Relax and enjoy the sights, sounds, tastes and friendly people of South Africa and Zimbabwe
Such a wonderful trip to Southern Africa that exceeded all of our expectations. Starting in Cape Town, we thoroughly enjoyed exploring this wonderful coastal city at the southern tip of the African continent. It all began with our top-notch greeting from Tony, our guide, at the airport upon arrival through customs. We were very pleased upon our arrival at the boutique hotel, Belle Maroc. These accommodations located in Blouberg were well-appointed and located right on the beach. The food and drink during our stay in Cape Town was delectable every single day. We were splendidly surprised by the quality and taste of the delicious seafood selections throughout the region. We will return for the food. Some of our favorite spots in and around Cape Town were Table Mountain, Neethlingshof Estate Wine, and Hermanus by the sea. Tony was one of the best guides that we've met in our travels. He ensured that each and every day of the tour was perfect. Baie dankie to the wonderful staff at Belle Maroc in Cape Town. We will return for the people.
After wrapping up our tour in Cape Town, we headed north to Johannesburg for an amazing tour of safaris and exploration. Our favorite spot during safari was the stay at Humala River Lodge in Songimvelo Game Reserve. This is an amazing place to enjoy safari and relax in paradise. The staff provide excellent service and ensured that our stay was pleasant at all times. Lindo was one of the best rangers that we've met in our travels. He knew where to find the game animals for viewing and ensured that we saw them on every trail ride. Our guide throughout our safaris was Thabo. He was also one of the best guides we've met in our travels. He made sure that everything was pleasant and safe during our stay.
When we finished our safari adventure in and around Johannesburg, we jetted off to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. The two most amazing sights to see are the Falls and the Zambezi river. The stay at Ilala Lodge is truly a one-of-a-kind experience where you are whisked back in time to imagine what it would have been like to travel to Africa in a simpler time. Our guide, Taffe, was also one of the best guides we've met in our travels.
Our entire trip in Southern Africa was especially pleasant because of the wonderful people that we met every day. Southern Africa is truly a special place in the world. We will return.
LV
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional, friendly , caring!
Gosheni safaris and our guide William made our 2 day safari an amazing and unforgettable experience.
Even though we came unprepared as this was unplanned trip to main land from Zanzibar, our guide did the best to make this experience unforgettable. Very professional guide helped us to not only during two days spot BIG 4 animals but also took good care about our lunch, AMAZING loge place. We where very lucky! This is great company and William is THE BEST guide!
CZ
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing! We had a great time!
Peter was super nice! We all loved his empathy and kindness. I am recommending him wherever I go.
He knew about animals and Masai Mara, Nakuru park etc. everything we have asked him during our 5 days safari trip. We couldn't have asked a better guide!
Thanks for everything, we enjoyed a safari very much!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Tour
Amazing time with this company! Went above and beyond our expectations and helped us with everything in and out of the tour. Mandela was an absolute legend and Charles was an Amazing cook. Thanks for everything :)