US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome. God had fun and a sense of humor when creating the country, it's animals and birds.
The safaris by African Paradis Safaris LTD were awesome, 9 of 10. Each park had its own beauty and we saw all the game possible, in incredible quantity. Our guide, Lawrence Muthee, was knowledgeable and ensured that we were always cared for and saw the best possible. Each lodge that we stayed in was a 4* or better. The tent was "gampling" and fun. At no time did we feel any concerns, except that we may not tip enough. I tried to pick a favorite park but couldn't. If we had to shorten our trip, we might skip Lake Naishava. The cultural visit to the Maasai village was another highlight. When we return, we will use the same company and guide. We took an upgrade with a balloon ride. It was worth the added expense. We visited Tsavo East, Amboseli, Lake Naishava, Maasai Mara, Lake Nokuru, Aberdare, and Samburu. Everyone we met was eager to be of assistance.
We went to Zimbabwe and took a game drive there. It was 2 on a scale of 1-10. The Falls was huge and nice, but, after you've seen the water fall down, it's anti-climatic. Not worth the expense. Not much else to do or see.
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very friendly country
Amazing game drive, a lot of animals, big cat's and birds. Very pleasant atmosphere everybody helpful, whether the guide, the staff in the hotel or passenger in the bus.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Something Special (one in a lifetime)
We did only a 3 full day safari which is quiet short but was enough for us! Our Safari Guide frome „Lion King Adventure“ was really friendly but also a little bit tooo careful while driving on the „normal roads“ everyone will overrun us even the big trucks.. he was afraid of a big fine.
Also we went to Tiarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara. Our Guide was sad we did‘t book Serengeti (because it was too far away for us). And he didn‘t want to go home to his family because of a lot of bills, so he made us feel bad.. They don‘t have enough work / safaris to do / to less tourists.
We REALLY liked the „Karatu tented lodge“ in Karatu where we stayed for 2 nights!
Before and after the Safari we slept each one night in Arusha in the „Mount Meru“ Hotel, also recommend this hotel.
After the Safari we went to Zanzibar and we loved the north of it!! (Nungwi!) Probably the most beautiful Beach ever!
2 days it was raining a little bit but nothing bad.
The service in the Hotel was not as good as expected (sundies baobab hotel), we only booked B&B and went to different restaurants for lunch & dinner at the beach. That was amazing food and really cheap!
After 1 Week we went to the South of Zanzibar (Kizimkazi), we really liked the hotel (fruit & spice) but at the beach it was really windy and the beach was not really nice! Next time I wouldn‘t go to the South.. maye east, but definitely loved the North!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
reliable and efficient
Cuckoo Safaris prepared and tailored my trip to Victoria Falls at very short notice, with very reliable service and always very responsive to my queries. Both Tatenda and Simon, my guide, delivered a superb trip which allowed me to rest during my trip, with no hassles throughout. Highly recommended.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic
We were planning on being in Namibia for a family wedding, and we did not have time for the larger 11-day tour. We wanted a custom 3-night tour of the Sossussvlei area with drop off afterwards in Swakopmund. Derek was recommended to us , and what a stroke of luck that was! Derek seamlessly and quickly put together a fabulous itinerary, with excellent accommodations at the amazing and sustainably built and managed Gondwana Desert Grace. And not only did Derek plan a fabulous trip, he also assigned the most incredible guide to take us there, Frank! Not only was Frank very knowledgeable about the area’s culture, history, wildlife, geology, etc., but he was also a very good teacher and communicated his knowledge very well. In addition, Frank was always thinking “two steps ahead” of everyone else, and his resourcefulness and problem solving skills are first class! When I lost my phone at Dead Vlei just as we got to the dead trees (and it was Frank who noticed my phone was missing - he is super sharp and doesn’t miss much!), I thought for sure my phone was gone, but Frank made a beeline back to the starting area (in very HOT weather) and checked with all the other tour guides until it turned up. He turned a near-disaster into a near-miracle! Plus we were so impressed with how kind Frank was - not just to us, but to everyone we met. He treated everyone with kindness and respect, and didn’t even think twice about always stopping to lend a helping hand. And on top of everything else, he is an A+ driver! We felt we were in such good hands!
Blue Crane’s itinerary was very comprehensive. We had time to climb Dune 45 (and slide back down!), hike to theDead Vlei, hike in and around Sestriem Canyon while also seeing the other magnificent dunes, like Big Mama and Big Daddy. We also got to see many, many animals in their natural habitat, like oryx, ostrich, desert snake, springbok, the amazing social weaver bird, etc. And we even got to do desert e-biking in the open Gondwana lands, exploring and learning about the plants and wildlife. All of these experiences were made all the more enjoyable because of Frank’s capable guidance, knowledge, and expertise.
Just one more story about Frank’s knowledge and expertise- when we hiked Dune 45, Frank gently suggested that I might want to bring my hiking sticks. I didn’t think the sticks would do much good in sand, but I agreed to bring one stick because Frank seemed so sure they would help. Within 10 minutes of climbing the Dune, I realized that Frank had been 100% correct. TWO sticks would definitely have been a huge help. When I mentioned that, Frank immediately offered to go back to the car to retrieve the other one, and thank goodness he did because I don’t think I would have made it to the top any other way!
Thanks so much, Frank and Derek,for the Sossussvlei experience of a lifetime!
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience and human beings! Very personal and professional
Serengeti Wakanda Tours was the best choice we could have made for our honey moon. The 6 day trip by itself was really good, but the kindness and passion of the staff that came with our group made the experience scale to a greater level.
Bartho, who was in charge of the trip and communications during reservations, made us feel very safe and confortable. He made sure that we did not lack anything during the entire trip. Although at first we were going to camp in the Serengetti, he offered us to go to an alternative accommodation since it had rained the last few days and camping was not convenient. We really appreciated that.
Dullah was the chef for the group. While other tours had boxes with sandwiches and juices, we had delicious menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. He would even do a briefing of the menu every single meal and always with a smile in his face.
Last but nos least, Hamza, our driver and expert on wildlife. What a guy! Such a humble, cheerful and hard working man. The way he explained everything to us, everything he knew about animals and the passionate way he explained everything that happened around us made us enjoy the experience to the fullest.
We are very, very thankful for the experience you guys provided us. It's been a trip we will never forget and it was with every single penny we spent! 100% recommendable.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beyond Our Wildest Dreams
Kathi at African Welcome was brilliant, working expertly and efficiently at very short notice to help us arrange the trip of a lifetime. The Safari arranged for us at Madikwe Hills lodge was beyond our wildest dreams and everything was so completely stress free as it was all taken care of by African Safaris.
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My first safari gamedrive was a wonderful experience, excellent work Green Hippo!
We booked a 4 days trip to Tarangire and Ngorogoro after clear and fast communications with Karin. We stayed at beautiful middle class and sustainable lodges, our driver took us to the best places and was a very good guide (with very good eyes) and over all it was an unforgettable experience! Big thnX to GreenHippo
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Top notch service
Everything from emails correspondence, whatsapp chat was extremely spot on. The guide was knowledgeable and very helpful. I will return to Namibia again, what a wonderful experience it was. Thanks to Discovery Transfer and Tours!
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most amazing experience with an amazing guide - Wilson!
From the moment Wilson collected us on our first morning, he took the best care of us.
He made sure we knew the plan of the day and that we were happy with what he had planned for us. As a group of two young women travelling together, we felt so safe with Wilson as our guide. In the truck, Wilson had water in a cooler and cleaned the truck daily to make sure we were completely comfortable.
After meeting Wilson in Nairobi, we travelled to the Masai Mara and spent 2 nights there. Wilson made sure everything was perfect for us. On our first drive, we saw 3 of the big 5 up very close and Wilson made sure he got us the perfect angle for photographs. On our second morning we did the additional hot air balloon activity. After the balloon, Wilson was the only operator to come and meet us in the Mara instead of back at the lodge because he wanted to make sure we got the best experience and didn’t miss time. Because of his dedication, we got to see a lion enjoying a zebra under a tree! Again, Wilson made sure to get us the best angles for photographs. On this drive we got to see leopards and cheetahs too.
On our third day we set off for Lake Nakuru where Wilson completed our experience by getting us next to a black rhino! He made sure we got the big 5 and everything else in too. We finished our trip in Amboseli where we got the most amazing photos of elephants with Kilimanjaro in the background.
He gave his complete attention to us for the full 5 days of our safari. He made us laugh along the way and shared with us his extensive knowledge of the animals, birds, plantations and people of each destination.
In the truck, Wilson had water in a cooler and cleaned the truck daily to make sure we were completely comfortable. He went above and beyond for us and we couldn’t have wished for a better guide to share this experience with. We will be recommending Lenchada tours to our friends as all of the accommodation, food and drives were great! But we will make sure when they come, they request a trip with Wilson because there is no one better to make this experience absolutely perfect. We had an incredible trip. Thank you Wilson from your new Irish friends, Rachel and Hannah!
