PS
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The guide mkali is great.I recommend him very much
The tours are great and the staff are amazing.
Even the guide mkali was very helpful.
I recommend him very much
RU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was great!!!
We had such a wonderful time on our safari! We saw so many amazing animals — it was truly magical. Steve is such a knowledgeable and caring guide, and our driver was a real professional who made the whole journey smooth and comfortable. The roads were bumpy at times, but we felt completely safe and well taken care of. We laughed so much along the way — it was just such a joyful experience. I can't recommend them enough! Thank you for making our safari so special. 🦁🌅
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional and organized. Our tour was very smooth and memorable. Everything went really well
Very professional and organized. Highly recommend.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It really felt like we were VVVIP clients, Bianca's service was nothing short of outstanding
Subject: RE: WELCOME BACK & OUR RESPONSE TO OUR TOUR OPERATOR BIANCA......
Hi Bianca,
Thank you for your lovely welcome home message. 😊
Despite a few small niggles along the way, they were completely overshadowed by an experience I can only describe as extraordinary.
From the Gorilla Guardians Village, where I took part in a unique wedding ceremony to my beloved Eric, to the celebrations that followed, the whole visit was incredible. Learning how former poachers have been rehabilitated, educated and brought back into society was deeply moving. Dancing with the whole community at the end was just special, and the perfect way to end our day there.
The highlight was without question our encounter with the Agashya Silverback and his family. It is very difficult to put the overwhelming emotions into words. The trek itself was an adventure: climbing through farmland into the forest, pushing through thick bamboo, stinging nettles and mud, with the trackers cutting a path ahead of us and the guides keeping in contact all the way. Every step brought a mix of exhaustion and excitement. Then, suddenly, there they were. Seeing that magnificent silverback so calm and so powerful, with the mothers and little ones playing and feeding around him, just metres away from us, was surreal. Time stood still. That hour went by in a heartbeat, and I don’t think either of us breathed properly the whole time. It is a privilege I will carry with me forever.
Our porters were next level and saved us. We could not have done the journey without our precious George and Abednigo. Susi and I ended up giving them our hiking boots, gaiters, gloves, caps, water bottles and socks, along with their gratuity, to show our sincere gratitude. The trackers and guides were world class, and everything was so well orchestrated. It is definitely an experience I would love to relive.
Lake Kivu is just beautiful, and big! We thoroughly enjoyed our trip out to Napoleon’s Island and had some good laughs with our guide and the captain. I have to say, every guide we encountered on this tour was so informative and so patient when we drilled them with questions.
Our trip around the city on motorbikes with the girls was so much fun. They hustled through the traffic and rode like champs. I told Michael it should be a rule that only the ladies ride the bikes, because they were fantastic and we felt completely safe. They kept us entertained, we laughed a lot, and at the end we exchanged the biggest hugs.
Hotel Rwanda was top notch in service and food. I think that was my biggest plate of food ever. I could not get enough of the pumpkin, noodle salad and fried bananas. Nile perch was the food highlight for me. You can’t find it in South Africa, so I was very spoilt to have it two days in a row at two very reputable restaurants.
The Kigali Genocide Memorial is something I am still struggling to find words for. Heart-wrenching does not come close. Walking through the stories, the photographs of families and standing at the mass graves was devastating. What stays with me most is the humanity of it all. This excursion was very painful but necessary, and it gave us a far deeper understanding of how much the people of Rwanda have endured, and how remarkable their journey of healing and unity has been since then. It made everything else we experienced on this trip all the more meaningful.
And then dinner with Michael. Honestly, which owner takes his guests out for a farewell dinner? Only Michael! What a way to end our trip. The conversation could have gone on for hours. We learnt so much more from him about Rwanda, its people, its history and the vision for its future.
Bianca, a big thank you to you for going the extra mile. It really felt like we were your VVVIP clients, and your service was nothing short of outstanding. In fact, two people from the group chat we created have already asked for your details because they want the same experience.
Thank you is not enough, and you will certainly be hearing from Susi and I again.
Warm regards,
Liesa & Susi
CY
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing tour guide, and very knowledgeable
Both of our tour guides was really, and explained and knowledge about the animals we spotted. Me managed to see two different lions, plenty of giraffe 10+ elephants as as many other animal, unfortunately we didn't see the big 5 but still have a good day and the food was really nice. For a one day trip it was worth it.
CY
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Ernest and Dan were absolutely incredible!Highly recommend them!
Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! 🐘🦁 Everything was perfectly organised, our guides Ernest and Dan were fantastic, and seeing all the beautiful animals in their natural habitat was unforgettable. Definitely a must-do experience! Highly recommend! ❤️
Ernest & Dan were fabulous throughout
Had a great tour. Saw Hippos, lions, Giraffe, Elephants, wild beast.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Gentle and Professional.
Our family trip to the Mara;
We took a three-day private safari to the Maasai Mara with our family. We had a few wildlife sightings during the game drives and enjoyed experiencing the reserve. The journey was quite long, but the trip gave us a chance to explore the Mara together. The arrangements were reasonable, with a few things that could have been better.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Truly Special
Really enjoyed our trip at Samburu. The special five really showed off while there. From a comfortable jeep, constant communication, a superb guide (Martin) to a great accommodation. The team did a great job in ensuring we enjoyed our stay. Definitely recommend.