US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We had high expectations, that were exceeded!
My experience with Bateleur Eagle was great from start to finish. I wanted a fun and interesting safari at a reasonable price. For me that means cutting out the local travel agent. Shopping on line was overwhelming because of so many choices that all look the same with widely divergent prices. Surprisingly, around a campfire here in Vermont, a friend told me of a mutual aquaintance that has a cousin in Tanzania and is a safari guide. He made some recommendations in Kenya. Those recommendations led to safari bookings that led to Bateleur Eagle. And Mathew.
Mathew and I emailed back and forth several times to nail down some details. I wanted to be picked up in Kisumu, where I was doing some volunteer work at a few local hospitals.(I'm a nurse) I was trying to avoid an unnecessary trip back to Nairobi. No problem. We booked a three night safari in the Maasai Mara split between two camps and a Land Cruiser. We were a little early for the great migration so the price might have been lower than prime time. Mathew was timely in his replies and set up a great trip for us. Including Jackson.
I'm sure the other guides are good at their jobs but we feel lucky to have gotten Jackson. He's the kind of guy that I would hang out with if he lived in Vermont. We were staying in a Catholic conference center near Kisumu that was going to be impossible to find at 0600hrs on our departure day. Our priest friend advised Jackson to come the night before. He arrived in a tricked out Toyota Land Cruiser that I wanted to bring home with me. Jackson knows his business. He put us on 22 lions, 6 cheetahs, and 4 leopards, and all the rest. At times it was like being in a nature documentary. Watching hyenas chase wart hogs. Lions stalk wart hogs. A leopard trying to ambush gazelles.
I own a large GMC plow truck and know a thing or two about getting stuck with it. To Jackson's credit we never got stuck. We went through some streams and mud holes and my son and I had our leopard spots(mud) but he always got through.
The accommodations and food were excellent. Mara Loyk has a pool which is great. You might be reading this in the course of shopping for your trip. Do not book a van! They don't have the same abilities as the land cruiser. Stop shopping and email Mathew. Ask for Jackson as your guide. They did a great job for us.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a life time!!
We had a solo trip with Great Lake Expedition with my son. They were patient and kind throughout - even with a. At times, tired, cranky 12 yer old. They made sure he submitted, even on the most difficult accent and helped him get off the mountain safely, even changing the itinerary to spend an extra night at base camp to ensure we submitted. Overall cannot imagine a better trip or a more dedicated team!!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trip Ngorongoro Highlands to Lake Natron
Walking tour during 3 days from the Ngorongoro Highlands, Empakai Crater, through Masai land villages, along Oldonyo Lengai Volcano to lake Natron with donkey transport guided by armed ranger and the Masai warriors. Very impressive landscapes! Absolutely recommendable!
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Incredible experience - best guide we've ever had!
We loved traveling with Skywide! Everything was clear, easy and very affordable. Our guide Sammy was even more enthusiastic about the wild life than us which created such good energy and he really did everything possible for us to see it all.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amboseli Tour
I booked a Safari to Amboseli. It was amazing and hotel was great. Lucky to view Mt Kilimanjaro. Guide Kimani was excellent. Would Recommend them to everyone.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Discovered unexpected
We are delighted to share a beautiful image and equally beautiful adventurous from the Serengeti.
“The Safari was an incredible experience and the staff were wonderful. We got to know and loved everyone, especially our guide Sam. The intimate feel of the luxury tented camp was truly special. The open plains of the Serengeti provided breathtaking views and backdrops.”
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Adventure
Asante sana!
My safari with Jocky Tours was an unforgettable experience.
The communication with Minneh from the office was very friendly, she answered all my questions, I've always got a fast reply and the booking was very easy.
Our guide Richie did a great job!
He is a professional, experienced guide and an excellent driver.
Richie always put us in 'first row', so we were as near as possible to see the animals.
Thank you for these unforgettable emotions!
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Goodluck, made us feel like family the whole time!
We booked with Lion King Adventures mere days before flying out. In all transparency, we were looking at another company and came across Lion King Adventures. Our previous provided had left us a bit uneasy in our planning. With Lion King, we were hooked with the initial email; they were extremely professional and their communication convinced us to use them. They were responsive as we had MAMY questions, they made themselves available via WhatsApp and email. We changed providers literally days before our flight. We are so glad we made this decision as they did not miss one detail and made sure we had everything we needed.
My husband and I were traveling for our honeymoon and decided to do the 5-day luxury safari. We were honored to have Goodluck as our guide and driver. We were pleasantly surprised when he welcomed us with personalized wine bottles celebrating our marriage! We found him to be a person with a truly big heart and made us feel so comfortable the entire time. Goodluck was both accommodating and knowledgeable. From the moment he arrived at the airport to the moment we departed, we felt we were with family. He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable.
Our Safari took us all over Tanzania and allowed us the opportunity to see more than we could have imagined. Goodluck, was a great listener and made sure we saw all the animals we wanted to. He has eyes like a hawk, he taught us so much in those short span! We went in areas and had the best views and we always seemed to be one step ahead of all the other trucks. We never felt crowded or overwhelmed. Goodluck also taught us so much about Tanzania and the local culture while we were on our journey.
Each accommodation they booked for us was truly 5 star and it was nice to not have to worry about anything. Lion King had also alerted the hotels that we were on our honeymoon, and to our surprise, we were welcomed with decorated rooms and gifts in each location. It truly made us feel special.
While we were nervous about traveling during COVID, Lion King made us feel safe and comfortable. From ensuring we had hand sanitizer and masks, to arranging our COVID test prior to flying home. They made sure to take all safety precautions and for that, we are grateful.
At the conclusion of our trip, we were able to sit with the owner over coffee and talk about our experiences. He asked for genuine feedback and ways to improve. We could see the passion he has for his company and we had nothing but positives to share. To our surprise, they transported us to our Air BNB as we decided to stay in Arusha a few days after the safari and they picked us up and took us to the airport. The little things are what make the difference.
We cannot recommend Lion King Adventures and Goodluck enough! We plan go come back and see them again!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable, great communication andan overall excellent experience.
We had an excellent experience with Almighty Kilimanjaro. We did the Machame route and summited Kilimanjaro. We also did the day excursions to the waterfall/coffee plantation and the beautiful spring. In addition, we did the 3-day safari. We enjoyed the various guides and the porters. I highly recommend Almighty Kilimanjaro since they are local, have years of experience and are reliable. I appreciated the quick response to any questions we had before and during the trip. They were helpful in guiding us through the Covid testing travel requirements
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
100% recommendation
My friend and I had a blast on our safari, thanks to Godlisten and the team. He has a lot of experience organizing these safaris. He started telling us everything we needed to know to have the best experience possible.
The team were amazing and made a considerable effort to make the most of our experience during the safari.
I totally recommend taking a Safari with Godlisten. I had a blast!!