50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Par excellence, Arthur provides superior support for all you travel needs!
ASM provided a memorable Devil's pool tour. We even asked Arthur if he could help us book a last minute excursion including a guided tour of Victoria Falls the same day and he made it happen. If you want a great professional tour use ASM. Very reasonably priced and ASM makes you feel like the VIP! you are.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very accommodating and thoughtful in planning for the best client experience
Muli was referred to us by a family friend who previously booked their Africa trip through him. Muli helped coordinate our honeymoon that was split between hiking Kilimanjaro and visiting the Serengeti and Masai Mara. Although Muli was not with us on the trip itself, he made sure we were in the best hands during the whole trip.
What made the experience with Muli so memorable was that not only was he extremely communicative and willing to answer any question in a timely manner, but he was also extremely accommodating and solution oriented as he worked with us on multiple occasions to ensure the best possible experience. Depending on your needs or level of luxury, Muli will propose a range of options and work on accommodating for your travel needs.
Prior to our arrival, Muli outlined our itinerary in great detail that we reviewed and adjusted on several occasions. Upon our arrival, the entire process was extremely smooth as we were picked up at the airport, taken to our hotel, transferred to our team that would help us (successfully) summit Kilimanjaro and back - helping us gather last minute hiking needs - then transfer us to the team that would accommodate us on Tanzania portion of the safari and then later help us cross into Kenya.
All in all, our experience with Muli was phenomenal and would recommend him to anyone looking to plan a visit.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable and great communication!
Amazing value - we had a private tour with two people.
Really knowledgeable driver across the various routes and we saw 4 of the big 5!
Communication was super quick and frequent - they were able to accommodate our modifications as well.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best trip we have ever taken, it ran like clockwork!
I had always been interested in going to, and maybe even living in South Africa. A beautiful country with bountiful wildlife. I came upon an inheritance and decided this would be my time to make my dream come true. I booked pretty quickly as I was nervous about the ridiculous, world health organization and the CDC and the WEF, possibly trying to pull another scam on the people of the world. After all the WHO is trying to put forth an illegal treaty to make sure they have power over every nation and all the people of the earth at their evil discretion. I needed a company that could help me with all the details as I didn't believe I had the option of time. I looked over the reviews for Greatest Africa and contacted them with my interests. They were quick to help me, reserving my stay at the Kapama Buffalo Camp and reserving domestic flights with Federal Air and Airlink! We flew business class and first class with Emirates and also had to have wheelchairs. Flying into Johannesburg and obtaining our domestic flight to Hoedspruit was a breeze. Instead of being delayed, as we had been before when flying to the Maldives, we actually left an hour and a half early. Federal air was so much fun. A small plane that held 12 people, we really experienced the excitement of flying! We LOVED IT! The reps from Federal air were right at the airport, quickly drove us to our plane, had snacks and drinks in their lounge and quickly loaded us on their plane. They had recently purchased these planes from America. The pilots explained our itinerary and then off we went. We flew at 11,000 feet, which was wonderful as you could see the mountains and the little towns along the way. Our first landing was right in the bush. About 5 people got off at the first camp. Then we headed to Hoedspruit. We flew at 3000 feet! I saw impala, hippos, and buffalo right from the airplane. After landing in Hoedspruit our driver Sipro was waiting to drive us in the open air jeep to the Buffalo Camp. Right outside the airport we saw two young warthogs....a little bit further and we saw a herd of impalas....a little further we saw an african buffalo and then a young male elephant, right by the road. Finally we arrived at the camp. The manager had us sign some forms, got us on the internet, showed us around the property and took us to our tent. When you think of tent, you do NOT think of the Buffalo camp tents. These are luxury suites with a beautiful soaking tub, king size bed, fully stocked minibar, rainshower faucet in the stone shower. The water was so hot it was scalding....wow, it was wonderful, we do not even get that in our home in Florida. After freshening up, we got ready for our first game drive. First there were snacks and lemonade and tea for "high tea" at 4:00 p.m. At 4:30 we boarded out jeep and headed out to look for game. Our driver Sipro and tracker Henri gave us instructions on how to stay seated. The animals see big blobs and not individual shapes, so if you stand you change the shape of the vehicle and the animals may react unfavorably. On each game drive we saw so many animals, thousands of impala, kudu's, black backed jackles with puppies, elephants and baby elephants, rhinos, buffalos, giraffes, lions and even one leopard. Sipro told us about special plants to brush your teeth or to weave to make whips to drive cattle, the game of spittng impala poop! I didn't try that one out though! In the middle of every drive, morning and evening we would stop, a sundowner at night and midmorning in the morning, there was always coffee, hot choolate, wine, spririts, beer, cookies, jerky, etc. Sometimes we would stop in the complete dark...kind of scary, but exciting. After the evening game drive we came back and had dinner. Beautiful fire in the lanterns and in the boma. We ate things like springbuk shank, carpaccio crockodile, Stuffed warthog, along with regular line fish and beef. Everything was delicious especially the desserts and I wish I could have eaten more. While we were out on the game drive the staff would do turn down service, shutting the curtains and putting candy on the pillow. The first morning and every morning we got a wake up call at 5 a.m. pre breakfast was 5:30 to 6:00 when the morning game drive would take place. The snacks in the morning were delicous, especially the "egg cakes". I asked for the receipe, they said they would email it to me...they haven't yet. Our driver and tracker went above and beyond to make sure we saw many animals...they constantly kept in touch with other drivers in case one saw something unusual. Someone saw a leopard and our driver and tracker actually drove off road, chopping through the bush to try to find it. We caught a glimpse but the vegetation was too thick. During my investigation into the Buffalo Camp I watched videos. Especially a video by a girl called Travel for Phoebe. Small world, during one of our drives I saw a girl in another jeep. As we passed I said...."Thats Phoebe". We saw the jeep again and I shouted out..."are you Phoebe"? She said, "Yes, how do you know?" I told her that I was one of her subscribers. She said it made her day. We saw her again as we were flying home through Hoedspruit. I thought that was quite a coincidence. On one night game drive our tracker in the complete dark, with a flashlight, going about 20 mph saw a chameleon on the side of the road. We stopped and we got to hold this amazing creature. We met so many great people on this trip, Kate and Sam from England, Anette and Tina from Denmark, Dave and Maxine from Wales, and Mike and Cleo from Johannesburg. When it was time to leave, I actually cried. The closeness of all the game drives and the small capacity of the Buffalo camp made for a very family feeling. I can actually say it was the best vacation I have ever been on. Oh, yes....another fantastic thing. One morning, I see a monkey on the porch of our tent. I went out to take pictures. Suddenly he moved quickly toward me and three others came out of nowhere. I went inside because I do not know how safe monkey are with biting, etc. They were so cute. They wanted to get in the tent so badly. I guess they know how to slide the doors open if they are not locked. At every meal the monkey would show up, wait for the wait staff to leave and run in to grab sugar or fruit. They were adorable! Nothing could have been better about this trip, except maybe if it had been longer. It will be next time. Everything ran like clockwork...our departure was clearly stated and we met all our connections with little to no delay. Airlink was a good airline, but I liked the experience of Federal air. I would definitely use Greatest Africa again. And you should too!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Jambo! 13 days of adventures
We booked a 13 day Safari with 7wonders visiting Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, LakeNakuru, Masai Mara Lake Victoria, Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater and Lake Manyara. We were very pleased about the wonderful adventure.
With Freddy and Augustin we had two super experienced guides at our side and a lot of fun. On top of that we had super tasty and freshly prepared food from Nathan. Thank you for everything!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Deo was incredibly well educated about the animals, plants, climate and ecosystem, and very engaging
Deo is simply the best guide we have ever had in Africa, or on any other tour. He is knowledgeable, engaging, a great listener, and very good at explaining the complicated interactions between the animals, the plants, and the ecosystem. He went above and beyond to provide us the best possible service and experience. I am confident in recommending him as a tour guide, as an educator, and as a representative of the best of Tanzania. I truly hope to have an opportunity to ride with him again. He opened my eyes to the wonders of the wildlife there, and how they integrate with each other. It was a wonderful experience!
DK
65+ years of age
Breathtaking landscapes, warmth of the team ensured an experience that will cherished for life
Exceptional 9-Day Lemosho Route Expedition with Good Earth Tours!
I recently had the pleasure of embarking on the 9-day Lemosho route expedition with Good Earth Tours, and the experience exceeded all expectations.
From the onset, the journey was marked by exceptional professionalism and warmth. Our guide, Samson Maliwanga, showcased unparalleled expertise, ensuring our safety, comfort, and enjoyment throughout the expedition. His skills in monitoring oxygen levels and heart rates instilled confidence, and his dedication to every traveler's well-being was truly remarkable.
Moreover, the incredible individuals supporting us, whom I affectionately referred to as "the amazing people," were the heartbeat of this expedition. Though often termed as porters, they represented so much more – individuals brimming with kindness and warmth. Their unwavering commitment to ensuring our comfort and well-being was evident in every interaction. They graciously handled all tasks, from camp setup to meal preparation, all while radiating positivity and genuine kindness. Each one of them contributed to the magical experience by being more than just porters, but as genuinely wonderful individuals.
Witnessing their dedication and experiencing their warmth added an extra layer of joy to the breathtaking landscapes. The combination of the fantastic natural beauty and the incredible people transformed this journey into an unforgettable adventure.
I highly recommend the 9-day Lemosho route with Good Earth Tours to anyone seeking an extraordinary journey up Mount Kilimanjaro. The combination of exceptional service, breathtaking landscapes, and the warmth of the team ensured an experience that will be cherished for a lifetime.
I strongly recommend considering Samson Maliwanga for a lead guide position if you plan a trip to Kilimanjaro with Good Earth Tours. His exceptional leadership qualities would undoubtedly elevate the tour experience for future travelers.
Thank you to Good Earth Tours and Samson for an adventure that exceeded all expectations!
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Totally recommended, incredible experience
I would highlight the professionalism, how cultured and intelligent the guides Richard and Lewis (Rasta men) are. Our guides Richard and Lewis (Rasta men) are the best, 10/10 They are pleasant, attentive, helpful, cultured, intelligent, very very good experience The lodges and the food were wonderful, everything was delicious and everything was very comfortable. I recommend Suricata because I had an incredible experience. I am leaving happy.
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ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect!!!!
Our guides Richard and Lewis (Rasta men) are the best, 10/10 They are pleasant, attentive, helpful, cultured, intelligent, very very good experience, the lodges and the food are wonderful, everything is very delicious and everything is very comfortable, I recommend Suricata for I have had an incredible experience, I am leaving happy
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FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Rafa is a Safari-GEM ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We went on our very first Safari trip with Rafa. From the moment we met, I could feel this would be a special experience. Rafa promised we would be going against the tourist crowds and see the big 5 still. We had a unique experience of admiring the animals closely without being surrounded by other tourists and felt safe at all times. It’s like the jungle was ours ✨ Rafa is very passionate and informative. You will learn lots about the animals and the fascinating biodiversity of the jungle. Never have I met someone with such great eye vision, Rafa never misses any of the hidden animals while you need to look 3 times before even noticing. We had a lot of fun, such a great human experience in addition to the fulfilling Safari experience. A once in a lifetime experience ✨
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