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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
5 days Gorillas and Chimps Safari amazing and FUN with Peter of Buyaga
The five days Gorillas & Chimps Safari by Buyaga was even more amazing than we expected. First, the main reason for our trip was to see the Gorillas and we are still in shock over that experience. We were able to be so close to them for the full time. Watching the silverback eat his leaves and the mom try to get her playful baby down out of the tree was astounding. My daughter and husband got VERY gently side-swiped by the silverback when he moved to a new spot.
We were delighted with other experiences that we can directly attribute to Peter Amanya (our guide). He met an impossible schedule to get us to a boat ride to see many hippos up close. He pushed to get us in Queen Elizabeth Park near dusk which put us within feet of a half dozen lions. He patiently stayed so we could watch them climb out of trees, play with each other, roll on the ground and even cross right in front of our van for a new lounging spot. He took extra time on a super long day journey to circle a park in search of more views of exotic animals. He stopped to allow my husband and him to help a guy on a motorcycle who had fallen over with a huge load of bananas. I don’t think we would have had the same rich experiences with any other company/guide.
Finally, I will mention the only unavoidable negative for someone planning such a trip—YouTube prepares you for the challenging hikes, but doesn’t mention the grueling road trip to get there. Your safety there will depend on your company/guide choice. The roads and other drivers present challenges you just can’t imagine. Peter’s skill in knowing the depth of the water filled potholes, the steering technique for steep mud-rock roads, and the unexpected behavior of the overloaded cow/human truck in front of us assured our safety. Additionally, his wonderful humor and infectious laugh made every minute of the trip FUN.
This trip will long stand first in our memories of the over 80 countries we’ve visited. We thank Buyaga and especially Peter for the unforgettable experience.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Organised and helpful.
Had the most amazing experience at Mabula Game Lodge through Gems of Africa Safari and Tours! We got an amazing deal for Mabula that was incredibly good value for money as the package included accommodation, all meals and 2 game drives per day. They organised a cake for the birthday we celebrated and helped us out when we had to cancel one of the guests. Had the best experience and the most amazing weekend away, will definitely be using them again!
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience
We have just finished our 7 days Safari from Masai Mara to Amboseli and what a great experience! Our guide, Jeff, is so good and patient. He answer to our question explains us everything about his country and about the animals that we met. Thank you so much, we hope to se you again!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect and excellent experience
We booked our tour with kenya bush expeditions which we believed were the best suit for us. Our visiting team from England had great memories of Kenya.The tour turned to be amazing. The selection of lodges was perfect to our budget. John promptly answered our questions well before the tour. I would perfectly recommend this company.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We felt taken care of as if we were part of the family
Anna has taken care of us as if we were her children. At first we were suspicious because the company has a few reviews, but in the end it has been an unforgettable experience. Everything was as planned and more, the price is one of the cheapest, they accompanied us everywhere and everything was well organized. The safari was unbeatable, with a guide who explained all the details about the animals and we can share the expierience with a cool group. They answered all our doubts and questions with friendly and personalized treatment. Asante Sana Mama Meru!
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
Very good service
Our guide Eric was very nice and interesting
We’ve seen lots of animals and learnt a lot about them too
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Memorable Safari in Uganda
We did a 19-day round trip with Nkuringo safaris. it was just outstanding and most impressive. Jack was our driver and guide and a great friend we will forever cherish and he was very competent in all activities. Thanks to him our unforgettable journey came to pass, encountering all the wild animals including the big five and and amazingly, six rhino at one place! All lodges were very good to excellent and the food was delicious.
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"Africa changes you forever, like nowhere on earth. Once you have been there, you will never be the same."
I loved the whole experience from the booking process with Ben via Whatsapp/Email and the pick up at the airport to the arrival in Moshi at the Guesthouse.
I deliberately chose Afrimine tours.
The safari was a private safari over 7 days.
1. Day in Moshi, 2. Day Chemka hot springs, 3. Day Tarangire NP, 4. + 5. Day Serengeti, 6. Day Ngorongoro Crater, 7. Day Materuni Waterfalls and Coffee Tour in the village.
The service Ben offered me exceeded all my expectations. I thought it was great how smoothly everything went.
The first day in Moshi was intended for recreation and getting to know. We visited the local market, explored the city, visited the coffee plantations and even got a view of Kilimanjaro with its snow-capped summit to welcome.
The second day was a great experience. With the Boda Boda (scooter) we drove 18km through the villages, so I immediately had the feeling what the village life looks like.
The Chemka hot springs are located in the middle of the dry savanna. An oasis surrounded by palm trees with a turquoise-blue basin with warm water and the best bathing conditions. A dream with fish spa included!
The 3th day was the beginning of a breathtaking series of adventures.
The Tarangire NP, is absolutely worth seeing. Many elephants, enormous baobab and on the watering holes we have observed the African life of the animals.
Ben is an excellent spotter and has surprised me many times with a sighting that I only discovered after a few moments.
On the 4th day we went to the Serengeti. We had an early descent from the accommodation to discover as much of the beauty of this wilderness as possible.
"Serengeti shall never die" stands at the entrance gate to this stunning natural wonder. This beautiful landscape initially surprises with a wide plain. The camera ready, have also welcomed us right at the beginning a lion family, who have been lying in the midday heat in the high grass.
Ben is an excellent driver and has always put the jeep in a good position so that I could capture unforgettable moments with my camera.
I was very impressed by the stories Ben tells every single sighting. Observing animal behaviour and Ben's knowledge was an inconceivable experience.
The day was filled with adventure!
In the evening we arrived at Tanzania Bushcamp. The welcome to the camp was wonderful. After a refreshment and briefing, I moved into my fixed tent with a heavenly view of grazing buffalo and wildebeest. The tent was very comfortable and huge. The bathroom was pure luxury after a long day in the wilderness.
The 5th day was an early start. Right after we left the camp, we ran into a python that was looping over the path. A fascinating sight of this 4 meter long snake. We admired huge herds of wildebeest, we enjoyed lunch in the middle of the open plain.
It was like the movie "Beyond Africa." Wide plains, herds of wildebeest and zebras at a close distance and we in the middle.
The nights at the camp were filled with shouts of nature. To hear hyaenes and lions, the buffalo who raced in front of my tent at night and to be so close in nature made me listen awesomely.
On Day 6, Ben came up with a very special surprise for me. We visited a boma of the Massai at Ngorongoro Crater. They showed me their life in the clay-built huts.
Wrapped in a shuka (traditional Massai blanket) and with typical Massai jewelry around my neck, I danced with the women and the Massai men showed their jumping power.
I can only recommend this experience!
At Crater we visited the hippo pool for lunch and explored the plains. Many animals were on a hike to the waterholes.
Experiencing this natural wonder in its diversity is a unique experience.
Filled with these impressions, I left this incredible nature with a heavy heart.
On the 7th day Ben went with me to his village called Materuni at the lopes of Kilimanjaro.
We made a small 5 km long hike to the waterfall. The waterfall itself lies in the settlement area of the Chagga and is the second largest waterfall in Tanzania. On the way we ate local bananas and saw Chamaeleons. The waterfall is gigantic and a welcome refreshment.
In the village I was warmly welcomed to a very tasty lunch. The whole coffee making process was explained and shown, we danced, sang, stomped and laughed.
An unforgettable day and a successful conclusion of this unique safari!
Dear Ben, I would like to thank you very much for this Safari of my life time!
The energy you exert to explain this unique nature to me, the beautiful places you have shown me and the incredible moments with the wildlife have made this journey an unforgettable experience for me!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable 1 week safari with Sunnycreek Safaris!
We had an unforgettable week in Kenya thanks to our amazing guide who went above and beyond to make sure we dont miss out on any animal! We went in August to see the big migration and in addition to thousands of wildebeest and zebras, we saw all of the big 5 and more.
PT
Staff Immennsively helpful. A much cleaner camp than I expected. Nyerere has tons of animals.
Uwanda tours have been an amazingly helpful and honezt staff, even after the Safari, as O forgot some souvenirs I bought on my room.
You deffinitevily get what you are promised.
Just be mindful that it won't be a walk in the zoo, the park is huge and some species are mote reserved than other. Don't take for granted you will see all species as that doesn't deppend on humans alone.