65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wild Portraits Safaris is the best of the best in all aspects!
I have been on multiple photography tours, both to Africa and other places, and let me just say that the photography tour that I just took with Wild Portraits Safaris (WPS) ranks up there with the best of the best. Everything about the trip was simply spot on perfect. From the very beginning communications, through a need for me to reschedule (my own fault, not theirs), through to the final minutes of the tour...everything was smooth, easy, well-communicated and perfectly executed. I went to Amboseli, Lake Naivashu, and the Mara. I was set up in great accommodations, with special consideration on making sure that we were able to get out into the field in the shortest amount of time. A few things that set WPS apart from other tours. First is the ability to personalize the tour to your interests. Unlike other safari tours with set schedules and specifically timed-itineraries, just let James, the owner/driver/ tour guide, know your interests and he'll continually plan and look out for opportunities and present options to you. For me, he knew I was interested in experiencing as much as possible, so he made sure that we had all day game drives while in the Mara. Second is the fact that James is an excellent photographer, himself. That means that he is constantly looking for the perfect lighting, angle, and composition to hep you get your best photos. Third, you cannot find any tour guide with as much passion for his job. This has led him to learn as much as possible about the land, the conservation efforts, the animals and how all of the factors integrate with each other. Each day wasn't just a photo tour: each day was an immersive learning experience. You definitely can't find a tour company that tries as hard as WPS to make sure that you get every ounce of opportunities in the short time that you are there. For instance, he added an impromptu visit to Nairobi National Park, because I had a lot of extra time before my outbound flight. And lastly, James is an extremely nice person. If you go on safari with WPS, you'll leave with tons of photos, memories, and a friend. I've already planned my next trip with WPS.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional
After several weeks of looking for quotes with other agencies, we finally came across safari avventura, which is a local agency. This defies all competition at all levels (price, services, insurance). We went on a safari with our French-speaking guide Calvin who was an exceptional guide, speaks French very well, looks for the best places to see the animals, capture rare moments (hunting for example). He cares about you in any situation. The lodges reserved by safari avventura are incredible, in terms of comfort, staff, food… Then we had our mountain guide David who accompanied us for Kilimanjaro who is a patient, pleasant, always smiling guide. And finally a local guide Johnson for the village of Moshi rich in culture and discovery an extraordinary trip with safari avventura do not hesitate any longer.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional Service
Hitesh from Pooja Travels was simply outstanding to deal with!
From the inception of our itinerary, he was very diligent, professional, empathetic, had great rapport and was a pleasure to deal with! We will definitely use his services again!
Well done Pooja Travels and keep up the great work!
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional team with a such positive attitude, amazing!
Migration Venture team supported us in our Kilimanjaro trip in Africa. I must say, that they are very good organized and professional people. Moreover, the atmosphere was so good, positive, we were feeling very welcome and supported. Lots of thanks!
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great organization, fantastic company
Everything was really well arranged for my tour. I kind of booked last minute (3 weeks before arriving), but Peter made sure he also arranged the items I did not even look into yet. What I really enjoyed was the combination of luxury and community lodges on the road. It was not Peter, but Derrick who went with me as a guide and he was wonderful company. I learned a lot about the country, the culture and Africa in general. I would (and I do) absolutely recommend this company.
PT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
We had such a great time in our safari thanks to Suricata Safaris. Everything went well, the overnight stays were good as well as the food. We had Rocky as a guide and he was absolutely amazing.
PT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari Guides, amazing!
The guide from Suricata Safari was totally amazing (his name is Rocky) and the company took good care of us all the time. They organize pickup, drop to airport, all accommodations, warm food during safari, its amazing!
We also saw lots of wildlife and got lucky to see all the Big5.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous!!!
From the very beginning when we where researching safaris, Lion King was the only one that got back to us in a timely fashion, and stuck to our budget. They provided very clear options, reminded us along the way to apply for visas, etc., and booked everything except our airfare - even all of the airport and hotel transfers. In addition to the safari, they booked us several days at two different hotels in Zanzibar (Gold Zanzibar and another in Stone Town, Maru Maru). We were able to stay in one of the new Lion King properties, Nyota - oh my goodness, this is glamping on steroids!! Indoor and outdoor showers, and each tent has it's own solar operated hot water heater! Excecellent food, gracious staff, we felt like royalty! From the planning of our trip with Pendo, to meeting the owner James at Nyota, to our fabulous guides Salehe and Gilbert and all the staff we met in between - cannot say enough about Lion King. Absolutely, hands down, the best vacation ever. Completely worry free, all the details were handled, and it all ran so smoothly. The guides were so incredibly knowledgeable and respectful of the wildlife! I loved every minute, and you will too!
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We got a customized tour that exceeded our expectations.
Peter modified our tour at our request multiple times, including changes after we arrived in Uganda. We were very pleased with the service and results!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized, smooth - trip of a lifetime
Fantastic safari from start to finish!! Zephania was a breeze to plan the safari with, and gave us advice, was very accommodating, and put together a great itinerary that was well paced and with great selections on the accommodations. For any questions/last minute changes, Zephania was available to help us out and resolve our question/challenge immediately.
We had a fantastic safari - 5 nights - 2 in the Mara, 2 in Serengeti, 1 in Ngorongoro & did a walking hike through a rain forest on the last day. We really enjoyed going to the different locations and seeing the variations in flora/fauna from place to place. Trip of a lifetime!
On a safari, like this, the most important thing that will determine your happiness on a trip is your guide. You're spending 8+ hours a day with that person, having meals with them, etc. Ezekiel could not have been better! He was super knowledgeable, very kind /friendly, well spoken & super easy to understand, and flexible to our schedule & energy levels at the time. It wouldn't have been the same without him. We highly recommend Ezekiel, Roadside Tanzania, and when we go back we're going to be sure to spend our safari with Ezekiel!