PH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Organized
Thomas, our safari guide was knowledgeable and fun! We learned a lot, and he was very accommodating.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
in one sentence: Perfect from start to end
In a nutshell: I can highly recommand this operator.
At the beginning we contacted 4 different operators.
Before Safari:
We decided for this operator because of his very well structured offer and reasonable pricing.
Mack (The big boss ;) ) answered very quick on any questions.
The tour planning was just excellent and contained everything you need.
- Airport Pick up and drop off (on all airports) - All Hotels included - 3 Meals per day - Drinks (no alcoholics) - Guide - Park entrance fees
- everything necessary - Insurance, which was quit important for me.
Also "Extras" has been no problem for Mack! (Also: GOOD JOB, man)
While Safari:
Our Guide, Edward, was really well acknowledged, spoke perfect and easy-to-understand english and told us a lot about the country, plants, animals, culture and everything we want to know about. On some evenings we shared dinner with him - he was a very nice companion. Somehow and at any time he was able to put us on the best position to watch the animals, even when there has been lots of other cars.
We saw even more animals than expected.
Tarangire- Ngorogoro crater -Serengeti is amazing and defently worth to go there (especially with Edward - GOOD JOB, man. Thank you so much!)
We saw plenty of: Elephant, Lions, Hippos, Giraffe, Hyenas, Pigs (Swain ;), Zebras, Gazelle, leopards, gepards... everything (except Rhino- no Luck)
But baby-making lions :D straight in front of the car... :D
Housing:
The first Hotel in Arusha could have been a bit more cozy - especially in comparison to other Hotels included in this tour. It´s nice from the outside, it was clean, had a nice breakfast, recommandable restaurant, friendly staff. So no reason to complain.
The second spot was just amazing. We really regret that we couldn´t stay longer.
Nice and wonderful furnished bungalow in the middle of a beautiful tropical garden.
The Overview of the mountain side from your balcony was magnicifent. It´s like an african Toscany. Just wonderful.
Dinner was tasty and the staff/Service was absolutely outstandig.
We spend 2 nights in Serengeti (Actually not planed, but very welcomed :D) in a camp.
The tents are luxury, the staff really friendly and welcoming. A few of them spoke even very good german.
Staff also came for little small talk, which I really liked.
Songs in the evening, bonfire and just a good vibes.
In the dark you are allways accompanied by a staff member, when you go to your tent. (also dangerous) animals get very close to/ in the camp.
We heard Hyenas and lots of other animals in the night. Background noises are just super :D
One morning we head gazelle straight in front of the tent.
Other morning we saw a giant pod of zebras an wildebeest like 50 to 100m passing by.
I highly recommand to stay there :)
End of Safari, we flew back to arusha by serengeti airstrip.
This was one of the extras we asked for - on problem to organise for our operator.
After Safari:
Once again we have been picked up timely. Driver allready waited for us.
Back again to the same hostel, we spend a nice afternoon there.
Mack - the manager - came over just to ask how our trip was, if everything was allright and to take care that we are happy.
Next morning we flew to zanzibar. Also this last Drop off was included, well organized and timely.
in Conclusion:
I highly and by heart recommand this tour operator in arusha.
We had a great Trip, great experience.
Thank you for everything to Mack&Edward!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Julius is amazing, a fun, knowledgeable, caring guy who made my experience unforgettable.
I thoroughly recommend contacting Julius while in Kenya. He will show you around in a very caring way, sharing with you his knowledge about his country. He is fun and we had the best discussions. I will definitely write to him again when I’m back in Kenya to organize my next trips. 10/10!
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Sublime Survice!
Jenman African Safaris is an exceptionally professional agency. The trip was most enjoyable and well worth the time. Can’t wait to return soon.
LV
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The friendliest and funniest safari experience what I had in my life, would definitely recommend.
Been there with friends in February. We had an amazing experience with this safari guides. Was very safe and no extra and unnecessary expenses. Guid what we had Isaya was very funny and made this couple day trip unforgettable. Would definitely recommend
BE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
An incredible trip thanks to an amazing guide.
We spent three full weeks with Wyclef from Gorillas and Beyond, traveling throughout the whole of Uganda in October-November '22. The entire trip was amazing, thanks to Wyclef we managed to see and experience as much of the country as possible, from Sipi and Kidepo Valley in the East to Murchison Falls and Bwindi in the West and so many places in between.
Wyclef proved to be an exceptional guide, with an amazing array of qualities. First of all a fun travel companion with a great sense of homour. Very smart and knowledgeable, I was amazed at how much we learned from him. No matter the subject, he always makes for interesting conversation.
As a guide, he knows every part of Uganda and made valuable suggestions about where to go, stay, eat etc. Wyclef is very good at organizing, punctual and leaving nothing to chance while anticipating our needs. Our trip went amazingly smooth, in large part thanks to him. He's also a very good safari guide, knows his animals and birds (bird-watchers, Wyclef is your man!) and his eagle-eyes would spot and recognize all kinds of animals while we're still trying to focus our binoculars.
We also happened to stay at his lodge in Bwindi (Bweza Gorilla Lodge), where the service and quality reflected his own high standards. So if you're looking for a lodge, we can highly recommend Bweza.
Oh, also important: all this came at a reasonable price. Wyclef is genuine and reliable, and we never felt like he was doing it for the money, it feels like he just likes to show you his country and all its wonders. So don't hesitate to go with Gorillas and Beyond!
Thanks again to Wyclef for an unforgettable trip.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
This was a great tour with so much diversity.
The one month tour we had was unbelievable and packed with so much diversity. The guides and accommodation were excellent and the food was out of this world. We seen so many animals and the landscape was brilliant.
Happy to recommend to anyone thinking of travelling to Africa
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It's for literally for everyone as it has beach, wildlife, nature, chill, adventure.
South Africa was an amazing experience for me. I love being active on holidays so I went surfing, did a bungee jump, lots of hikes but my sister likes chilling so she enjoyed the beaches and weather. We love the nature and saw amazing wildlife which would never be possible where we live. This country is literally made for every tourist, whether you're a couple, a group of friends or a solo traveller: you can make it as active or chill as you want, as luxurious or basic as you prefer. Everything is possible.
The highlight of this trip definitely was our 5-Day Tremisana Lodge Kruger Park Safari. We slept in a tree house and saw the Big Five. It was the most authentic experience with the most amazing people to guide us there. The food was super good, everyone was so nice and the nature is indescribable.
KR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Happy time with wild animals
It was unforgettable experience to see wild animals in the nature. They look so peaceful unlike the animals in the zoo. The scenery was also awesome not only in Kruger national park but also in Hazyview but due to the rain and heavy fog could not enjoy the scenery well. I recommend this safari tour to everybody who likes nature or unique experience.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Michelle made planning our trip so easy and arranged a trip that far exceeded our expectations
My husband and I travelled to the Serengeti for our 10 year wedding anniversary in August 2022. Michelle from Explore and Travel Africa made the planning so easy and helped arrange the most unforgettable trip. She listened to all our wants and found the camps that best suited our needs while staying within our budget. We stayed in the Nomad camps starting in the Ngorongoro crater which was so unique and spectacular, a must see. Their rooms have everything you need for a very comfortable stay. It got windy and cold in the evenings so be sure to pack something warm. Then we flew up to the northern Serengeti staying in the Lamai Nomad Camp. The rooms were very large, luxurious and private. I can’t rave enough about the staff and their attention to detail, friendliness and always willing to help with anything you might need or want during your stay. The food in both camps was absolutely delicious. We were served traditional Tanzanian food a few times and you will not be disappointed, soooo good. The guides in both camps were very professional and knowledgeable. I am lucky enough to have been on safari a few times in other African countries and I was so impressed. This was a trip of a lifetime for us and we had very high expectations. Michelle continued great communication during the trip making travel days between camps easy and stress free. I would highly recommend both the service of Michelle from Explore and Travel Africa and the Nomad group of camps.