SG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and well organised team that provided an excellent safari experience for us
Pre-trip - Diane from Discover Africa was our P.O.C. and she was extremely helpful as well as knowledgable. Providing us with alot of useful information since this was our first time engaging a company to help us plan a safari. She was also very prompt in her replies to any emails we sent.
Arrival - Was met by a representative upon exiting the plane and was accompanied through immigration (no special treatment just regular immigration procedure). He was there to ensure we met up with our driver. Our driver then brought us (upon request) to get a sim card before sending us to a smaller airport to await our departure to the game reserve. The lounge was comfortable and well stocked with snacks and drinks. There was ample sitting areas and well maintained rest rooms.
Our flight to the game reserve departed approx. 5-6hrs after we touched down in Joburg (this is due to the arrival time of our international flight from singapore), and we took a small 10 seater plane which made 3 stops (ours was the 3rd). Smooth flight with no issues
Stay at King's Camp - Met up with a driver from the King's Camp to take us to our accommodations. The rooms were very well done, with a large bed, an indoor and outdoor shower, his and hers sinks, a nice bathtub which was prepped every evening for a nice soak, and a good selection of complimentary alcohol (brandy, vodka, whiskey, gin, beer etc) in the room. The lodge had friendly staff and very experienced guide/drivers and trackers. We were quite fortunate to see the Big 5 (Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Elephant and Cape Buffalo) on our first drive. The remaining 2.5 days at the camp was very relaxing and comfortable with 2 game drives a day. Each game drive had a short tea break out in the bush. Meals were delicious but not too much African cuisine in the selection except for one night when we had a Boma. However, upon request, the Chef was kind enough to prepare some for us on our last night there.
Transfer to and stay at Leopard Hills camp - Had a comfortable drive to our next camp. around 2.5 hrs journey with a short bio break at a mall in one of the towns we passed. Driver was very considerate, making sure we were comfortable during the ride. The Leopard hills accommodation was very nice as well. with a huge balcony overlooking the bush. The amenities were similar to King's camp, but due to the location of the lodge, the restaurant outdoor seating had a nice view of a watering hole where you could sit and watch animals. Don't expect huge herds though. Game drives and meals were similar to the other lodge. We also had a Boma, and a few more options of game meat for other meals.
Overall it was a great experience and we will definitely engage Discover Africa again if we intend to explore other safari options
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He was very informative n kind
Steven made sure that we was secured in every possible doing our travels n tour.
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well-organized with knowledgeable guide
After 4 years of waiting, due to COVID, our trip of a lifetime began the morning of May 16th at the Ilburu Safari Lodge just outside of Arusha. Our guide, Gilbert was amazing. He picked the 6 of us up right on time and we began our journey to the Tarangire Park. We saw so many animals, we were amazed. The jeep was comfortable for the 7 of us (including the guide). Gilbert invited one of us to sit up front with him and a few of us took him up on that offer. The Serengeti was even more amazing and we were lucky enough to witness part of the Great Migration with the Wildebeest and Zebra. Wow! It did not cease to amaze all of us. We saw 20 lions in one day, as well as 5 cheetah and 2 different leopards. In Ngorogoro Crater, we managed to find 8 black rhino, along with all the incredible water birds, elephants, giraffe, etc. On the final day in the Lake Manyara region, we did not see a lot, but really appreciated the diversity of that area. Gilbert was fantastic with his knowledge of all the animals as well as the birdlife. He could spot a bird we had not seen from far away and was eager to show it to us. The lodges on this trip were all wonderful with comfortable beds and good food. Breakfast and dinners were always buffets with lots of choice of meat, vegetables, potatoes or rice. If I had one complaint about the trip, it would be the lunches. We always had a similar lunch with rice, a vegetable in sauce and chicken. There needs to be more variety and box lunches would be welcomed! Gilbert was great about getting our lunch ready and packing it up neatly, leaving no sign of it behind. The hotels when we got to Zanzibar were amazing as well. They were both luxury hotels. One right on the beach with a beach balcony for all of us, (Nwungi Dreams) and the other right in the heart of Stonetown. (Maru Maru) Both offered excellent meals with reasonable prices for the part of our stay not covered. We would be happy to recommend Lion King Adventures to anyone willing to experience a safari!
PR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!!
NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK, DAVID SHELDRICK ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE AND GIRAFFE CENTER FULL DAY SAFARI.
This was the best way to end my stay in Nairobi. I decided to scroll down online and I found this company. I made a good choice as this trip was worth. I visited giraffe centre and elephant orphanage. Janet is a very nice person, was knowledgeable and with great experience. I really loved the tour and could do it again once in the country.
She and Paul the driver did their best so I can see and take pictures of a Lion, White Rhino, Black Rhino, Giraffes, etc.
JP
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Precise and Prompt
While planning, Honcho gave proposal and several modification as per my request. He made plans flexibly. I believe you can ask anything.
During the tour, an honest and knowledgeable local expert guided us very well. He adjusted tour in consideration of our needs and problems such as flight delay and emergent sickness.
Because we requested Luxury Tour, hotels were so nice in location, service and facilities.
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent tour operator from start to finish
Absolutely fantastic safari. Emmanuel was so great at communicating with us throughout the trip and the safari was better than I ever could have imagined. Our Driver Mike knew all the best spots and was very friendly. Would definitely recommend this company.
NZ
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best tour ever!!
Great safari saw all of the big five and many other animals. Super friendly staff and great communication. Amazing value for money with an airport pick up and drop off as well as hotel accommodation before and after the safari.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fun moments
Best 3 days in my life alot of good information and beutiful locations!
We got around all of arusha and kilemanjaro and close by we made coffe in the mouintains and swim in the hot springs
We had the best driver called Oscar he thought us all about the massais and the wildlife and plants a great recemendation !
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible
We had a very nice tour with our tour guide Mr Oscar who explained a lot of things concerning animals, birds and their behaviors, also history of game reserves
AT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great company in terms of interaction and experience
We enjoyed our 7 days safari for tsavo,amboseli,naivasha and the mara with Mr Alex who was so keen with wildlife experience and our journey since we had some itinerary change which they were so flexible with, we shall definitely be back with the kids once they're older.