ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience thanks to great people
I just came back from a trip to Kenya with Wildtouch Tours and Travels and I have the feeling that this has been a perfect safari.
The organization was simply perfect, the parks were perfectly chosen to give us an idea of how varied and large Kenya is in terms of landscapes and fauna. And the things we saw were insane.
Really thank the Wildtouch tours team for all their management, kindness, understanding and, I could say, friendship, that they gave us throughout the trip. Not a single complaint, it was just great.
I highly recommend this agency to anyone who wants to do a safari in Kenya.
RO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A well organized safari
The trip was a friendly without compromising on the quality of the services provided. The tour guide and the staff made us feel very comfortable and ensured that we had a good time. They were extremely helpful and polite. The trip was very well-organized, the rooms were classy and the lodges where we stayed were high class and very comfortable and seeing all the big five was amazing
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Hard to find the words...
... to describe what will be one of my most precious memories of all time.
The anticipation and nervousness we felt before we arrived, the immediate security and comfort that welcomed us, the professionalism and attention to detail that executed our safe arrival... Today, we are right to feel uncertain, to measure our expectations as we adapt to our new Covid way of life. I did not think we could enjoy being away, that we'd have half our brains 'stuck' in a mode that could not allow 'letting go'.
Emma and Anton greeted us with such intelligence, awareness and service, that it was hard NOT to let go.
It did not take long before, dare I admit it, I forgot all about the problems back home, the fear of what might be, and for the first time in a long time, I was living in the moment, in the here and now. Our vehicle seemed so small within the landscape, the sunlight and shadows, wild noises and smells, acute and buzzing around us. Only 30minute from the airport and immediately we had been transported into a realm of nature where humans do not rule. Our guides narrated stories of lion family dramas, of leopards lazying in trees, the names of SO many birds and then a hippo ran out in front of our vehicle... each story was interrupted by a sudden change in nature's setting, a stage without script. We were amazed by the knowledge gifted to us, to witness laser precision eye sight and ability to read dirt. By the time we got to the lodge, we had shed whatever stale stress that urban living had built around us. It was emotional, we felt exposed and vulnerable, joyous and childlike, to watch the sun set while eating the most delicious food... we slept perfectly, aware of the animals that were so near, but confident in our beautiful private cottage and the native nocturnal watchmen donning tribal dress and spears.
We woke excited, so early, the mist was lingering a meter over the ground, like a duvet. Tea on our balcony, then a breakfast fit for royalty, and we were off, another game drive... Time seemed to stand still for a while. We had never felt so cared for before, genuinely cared for. It wasn't the veneer of 'customer service' you'd see from an urban hotel, it was personal, it was real.
We do not think we had enough time at the Emakoko. There was so much to learn, to see and do - we cannot not come back. To be in the company of nature's wisdom, translated by our hosts, and so generously shared, I don't think we will ever be the same again...
DE
Superb staff,a lifetime experience
We booked our 3 day'' "mara finest"safari to maasai mara with my husband through Hyvens tours & safaris.The staffs were very friendly,always responded quickly and we communicated smoothly.
Our driver Tony was the best,picked us up always in time and he knew all the spots to find animals.we enjoyed the game drives,we also visited the maasai village and had a dance with the maasai warriors,we loved the maasai rich culture.
Our hotel accomodation was awesome,up to our expectations.we stayed in Oloshaiki camp.we really had a great time,carried home great memories.
Thumbs up Hyvens tours cant hestate to recommend you to anyone.The best private tour operator!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable company, great experience during covid pandemic
We travelled from the UK so distant organisation is always stressful but the team was in touch with us and replied emails quickly and provided all the information in advance.
We had to pay a deposit in advance via the bank link they provided - that was safe. The rest we paid in cash upon arrival.
Guide and driver were always on time and very friendly.
The car could be newer but nothing to complain about really.
We got the first choice of hotels and glamping which was nice.
We are really grateful to James, our guide, who was really helpful and made sure we saw all the animals (even though sometimes that meant we had to wake up at 6am).
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent Company great for Tailor-made holidays
We had a wonderful 21 day holiday organised by Jane from this company. She was extremely helpful and swift to respond to e-mails. Nothing was too much trouble especially during Covid-19. The driver we had called Jeff was excellent. He was so good last year that we had especially requested him again. He was a very good driver, quite knowledgeable on the wildlife we saw and a very good spotter.
All the accommodation was of the highest standard, set in beautiful surroundings.
We found all the people very friendly and extremely helpful. This year the big cats were exceedingly hard to find. We did find one very special animal The African Wildcat in the Masai Mara.
We would strongly recommend this company for you tour of Kenya. They are very good at tailor made holiday.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Dependable and trustworthy!
We did the 2 day safari with Enchorro Adventures and stayed at the Masai Mara Fig Tree Camp. We had a great experience as usual. We have used Enchorro safaris on several other group trips and we will continue to book with them. They are trustworthy and they take good care of us!
The trip was more than what we expected. All thanks to Bonfire Adventures.
The services were excellent. Dennis was our travel agent.He made sure everything went just as we wanted. Johnson Munyiri our guide was the best. He really did spice up things and made the trip more than enjoyable. He made sure that everything we needed was delivered. Thank you Bonfire for the wonderful moment and great memories.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
8-day amazing Safari
The communication during all the process has been outstanding, responding to emails really quick and being flexible due Covid-19 situation and last minute changes which helped us a lot.
Also, the guide (Emmanuel) was amazing sharing with us his deep knowledge, spotting the animals with an incredible eye-sight and being respectful and caring of our wellbeing at all times.
Summarising, one of the best experiences in our life.