DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
More than a trip — a warm, well-organized, and truly eye-opening experience
We (40 & 45) traveled with Madagascar Natural Tours for four weeks through this fascinating country and were able to experience its breathtaking nature and incredible biodiversity in the best possible way.
We contacted Harilala from Madagascar Natural Tours only about eight weeks before our trip, which is quite short notice, especially during high season. Despite that, he managed to fulfill all our wishes, gave us great advice, and organized a journey that perfectly matched what we were looking for. Communication was excellent from the beginning, and we always felt safe and well looked after.
Due to political unrest, our arrival was delayed by two nights because our flight was diverted. During this stressful situation, we stayed in contact with Harilala, who reassured us and handled everything calmly and professionally. Of course, we missed one planned day of the itinerary, but he adjusted transport, accomodation and activities where necessary so we could still enjoy the rest of the journey as planned. He, the drivers, and the guides are in constant communication — we never had to worry about anything.
This was the first time we had ever booked a fully organized tour, and we are very glad we did. Without local support, we would never have seen so much of the country or been able to travel between destinations so safely and efficiently. The road conditions are very challenging, and we were truly impressed by the drivers’ skills (Fanambinana, Dominique and Aina are the best) and even their mechanical knowledge when needed.
Whenever we had questions, we could reach Harilala via WhatsApp. Sometimes he replied within a minute, sometimes a bit later — but always reliably. It’s clear he is coordinating many travelers at once, especially in high season, and we always felt supported.
Towards the end of our trip, we spent several days with our guide Adrien, who went above and beyond to show us even more bird, insect, and lemur species. His knowledge, passion, and enthusiasm for his work were amazing. He even showed us his home town, which was a very special and personal experience.
Madagascar is a developing country, and infrastructure and processes can be very different from what visitors may be used to at home. What stood out most to us was how dedicated everyone was to making our stay a good one. If something didn’t go exactly as planned, there was always a solution. The Malagasy people are incredibly warm and supportive — it was wonderful to experience.
If you travel through Madagascar with an open heart and curiosity for other cultures, you will have an unforgettable time.
We would absolutely travel with Madagascar Natural Tours again.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Kenya-Tanzania Safari December 2025
From the first time we got in touch with Darren regarding planning our trip to Kenya and Tanzania, he was very responsive and was able to design a itinerary that fit our interests and budget. He scheduled time to meet with us via video conference to address questions and any concerns we had. He gave us options and provided the pros and cons for each proposed itinerary and lodging so we could make an informed decision. This was our second safari experience where we sought Compass Odyssey's help and we have once again been very pleased with the services provided. We highly recommend Compass Odyssey to anyone interested in exploring Africa.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They are professionals
Emanuel and his team are very good. They organized everything well for us. Our guide was Charles. He did his best to make our journey pleasant. He is very respectful to us, to other tourists, and to the animals. The accommadations on safari were also clean and convinient. At the end of our safari, Emanuel also arranged a city tour for us with Gasper. He is also a very nice respectful gentleman. We enjoyed our walk with him in the city. We had a very nice experience and we recommend this company for sure.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
JUST PERFECT
We entrusted Athumani with the organization of our honeymoon, and we have only one thing to say: THANK YOU!
The organization exceeded our expectations, and all the staff—guides, drivers, and everyone else—were incredibly welcoming and lovely! We spent 12 amazing days in quality hotels, enjoying a variety of fantastic activities! We especially loved Tanganyika, where we had magical moments, whether on Kilimanjaro, in Materuni, or during our 5-day safari with Laurent and Alphonce! We were able to see the Big Five, and it was incredible! Thank you again 🙏🏼
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Rozzie is knowledgeable, calm, courteous and very kind.
I had a wonderful experience with Rhino Tours during my Maasai Mara trip last December. The tour was well organized from start to finish, making the entire journey smooth and stress-free. Our guide was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable about wildlife, which greatly enhanced the safari experience.
The game drives were exceptional, and we were fortunate to see the Big Five along with many other animals. The guide’s expertise in tracking wildlife and explaining animal behavior made each sighting more meaningful. The safari vehicle was comfortable and well maintained, allowing us to fully enjoy the long drives through the park.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The professionalism of the tour operator, the expertise of the guide, and the quality of the safari
This Maasai Mara safari was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The professionalism of the tour operator, the expertise of the guide, and the quality of the safari vehicle made the trip exceptional.
We saw incredible wildlife, enjoyed breathtaking landscapes, and felt well taken care of throughout the journey. Attention to detail and respect for nature really stood out. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again and strongly recommend them to anyone visiting Kenya.
Rhino Tours you are the best. I recommend Rhino Tours 1000%
LT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent from start to finish
We just got back from an amazing safari, first safari for us, but surely one of the most memorable journeys. We are very glad to have found Axis Africa Safaris as everything was perfect from the very beginning. Jackline was very helpful with organizing the trip – we got several options to choose from in terms of the hotels and had no issues whatsoever with anything. I can actually say that the travel direction starting with Amboseli, then Naivasha, Nakuru and lastly Maasai Mara is the one I would highly recommend to everyone.
But, of course, the man we could not make a memorable journey without, was our guide and driver and a friend Yasin. We saw not only the Big Five or Big Nine but basically every animal available from great angles and in large amounts. In one week we saw three lion hunts, a lion and leopard together in one tree, herds of giraffes and elephants, plenty of rhinos, hippos and several cheetahs. While one can argue this is due to pure luck, Yasin knew the behavioral patterns of the animals, such as the movement trajectories, which allowed us to get the best angles for the photos. In addition, we were interested in local birds, and, when told, Yasin did his best in showing a lot of different species – we even had a special “hunt” for the Secretary bird and surely managed to find some.
As I know, how difficult is to find the right operator and we were lucky in doing so, feel free to contact me for any recommendations or more details.
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent organisation and helpful
Excellent communication before the trip. Edward my guide went out of his way to make my safari a wonderful experience. He worked extremely hard, was a careful driver and he was a positive and respectful guide. My wildlife viewings were fantastic saw many lions, witnessed a cheetah make a kill, saw a number of animals eating their food after a kill. Edward was always very patient as we often just sat and spent time observing nature. My accommodation arranged with the tour company and with my ideas taken in consideration and budget were all very good. Highly recommended.
BG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Correct, accurate, responsive - A WONDERFUL TEAM
We had a great experience in Tanzania, the team at Deeper Safaris is amazing. Ayo was with us on a safari in Tarangire and was wonderful. He did so much for us. Sadati was always by our side, helping us with absolutely everything. We received invaluable advice, a good price and wonderful moments. I recommend!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible safari experiences in Tarangire and Ngorogoro
My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Travel Africa. From Mariana (our contact who instantly provided us with answers to all of our questions), to Ally (our excellent driver) and Justin (our wonderful safari guide), we really felt that we were in the most capable hands throughout. The safaris themselves were spectacular, we saw all of the Big Five and the meal provided on both days was delicious. Highly recommend.
