50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
African Haatebeest, a great Tour operator
Our holiday was coordinated by Beverly Akivaga. This lady is a legend, she can do it all.
When my wife and I were hoping to combine a business trip with a 30th Anniversary holiday through Kenya (the place of our honeymoon) and Tanzania, we wanted to use an African owned business. We were recommended to try African Hartebeest. We found them to be an incredibly thorough and thoughtful tour operator.
We asked for a packed agenda and Beverly delivered, in fact, she over delivered!
We wanted to do so many things and African Hartebeest were able to fit it all in but after consultation with Beverly, we realised we would not be able to really enjoy everything due to the time in between venues, you forget how huge Kenya is. We are sooo grateful that she steered us right, allowing us to relax and really enjoy our trip.
Over three weeks, we visited the great national parks in two countries; Amboseli, Naivasha, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater, the exquisite conservancy at Leopard Hill, and the luxurious relaxing beach resort at Diani Beach. From travel to my business meetings from Nairobi to northern Kenya, Beverly arranged it all for us. Even when we had a very late change of mind on one item (due to us being tired), Beverly took it in her stride and arranged at extremely short notice, an even better excursion out to a beautiful marine sanctuary which was even better than we had asked for.
Travelling with the wonderful Ed, (it would be an insult to just call him our guide), showed that he was incredibly knowledgeable about his country (Kenya), and equally knowledgeable and passionate about the wildlife we came so far to see to see. Throughout the trip across two countries, Beverly arranged transport, drivers, collections, flights including ballooning across the Masai Mara at dawn (an absolute must, that we waited 33 years to do since missing out when visiting previously). We appreciated those little touches, from surprise anniversary celebrations and photographs at the resorts, chocolates and cute anniversary messages on the pillows in the rooms, the attention to detail was excellent.
For this personal service, the value for money and the absolute reliability of those tasked with taking care of us in our travels, we would return in a heartbeat, and definitely use African Hartebeest again.
We wish Beverly, Ed, and her dedicated team, all the best. Hopefully we'll be back rather sooner than 33 years.
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Reliable and thoughtful
A mid-ranged four days Safari. The overall tour was nice. The guide named Malaki (I guess spelling is this) was good at animals and took care of everyone. Accommodation and food was over expectation. Especially the luxury tents gave us a remarkable experience. The staff Rose from Januz Safari was so nice and tried to make everything perfect. We had a bit misunderstandings but she helped to fix the problems ASAP.
Here is a suggestion for future travellers, spend more time in Serengeti. It must surprise you.
TW
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent agent, professional guides!
Reasonable price with awesome service. Answer and handle our questions and requests very soon! We saw all the animals we wanted to see during this trip. Our guides know the area very well, and told us a lot of knowledge about the wild animals.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing All in Safari Experience!
The tour was amazing!!
We saw all the animals that we want to see (including the Big 5). Our guide was so kind and patient to get the best experience for us. Also the Organisation (flights, taxi drives, Food, Water) was so great. And they stayed always in contact with us (WhatsApp, Mail).
We are more than happy that we booked LuiTours for our Safari!
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Beautiful Mt Meru climb with Suricata
We climbed beautiful Mt Meru in 3 days with a Suricata team led by guide Frady. Fred and the team was very friendly, knowledgable and punctual and so
was Daniel in his aftersales. The cook came up with varied good and varied dishes fitting the touch climb. The climb itself is beautiful. You pas various surrounding from rainforest to lavaland towards the summit and have a change to see some wildlife during your hikes as well. A memorable climb!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional operator with great knowledge about the area, history and culture
Really enjoyed this tour to the max! Joseph and Andrew and his crew took really good care of us. The food was amazing, and they really had a lot of knowledge about the area and the culture and history in Tanzania. Definitely recommend this to all who want to reach the summit of Kilimanjaro!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very quick helpful and understanding
I booked ahead of time so I could get a good price and this helped saved me a lot of money. Beverly was patient and hands-on, answering all my questions comprehensively.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Ultimate professional
We’d like to commend Chris for his excellent skills, knowledge & professionalism as he guided us on a full day visit to KNP.
He arrived on time, made sure we were comfortable & kept us informed & updated throughout the tour.
He was a wealth of knowledge about everything we encountered. Also with an eagle eye spotting animals in the distance we would never have seen.
I’d happily do any tour again with Chris.
A proper kind gentleman.
Thank you Chris & hopefully our paths will cross again one day.
Leanne & Tony.
KR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Seregeti Tour
They explained the consultation process very kindly and responded quickly. Before going on a safari tour, I had a lot of questions because I didn't know much, but I chose it because they provided detailed information. They took care of everything we needed from picking us up at the airport to the end of the safari tour, and checked along the way to make sure the tour was going well. It was a very friendly and informative Serengeti experience.
SS
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
So Amazing
My wife and I embarked on a remarkable 9-day luxury safari tour meticulously organized by Rochar Africa Expeditions which took us through the stunning landscapes of Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, tsavo east and west. Our adventure was nothing short of spectacular, and we found ourselves in the company of awe-inspiring lions and majestic elephants, ticking off the entire Big Five from our safari wishlist.
Jackson, our dedicated tour guide, was not only welcoming but also a wildlife enthusiast with an uncanny talent for spotting animals. His ability to find and share interesting details about the wildlife enhanced our experience and deepened our appreciation for the natural world.
One of the aspects we truly cherished about our safari with Rochar was the selection of hotels where we stayed. Each accommodation was a unique gem, offering comfort, hospitality, and a genuine taste of the local culture. The experience of staying in these lodges and camps added a layer of authenticity and charm to our journey.
The Jeep experience was equally fantastic, especially considering the vast distances we covered between each safari park. Rochar ensured that we had comfortable and well-equipped vehicles that allowed us to navigate the terrain with ease, providing us with a safe and enjoyable journey.
If you're seeking a high-quality safari experience that combines wildlife encounters, excellent accommodations, and knowledgeable guides, we wholeheartedly recommend this company. Our adventure with them was a dream come true, and we are grateful for the unforgettable memories created on this extraordinary journey.