US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best safari ever with Kaara Adventures. They gave us more than expected, more than deserved-
One last night at home I was thinking about hoe our safari is gonna be like. There are some experiences for you that are unforgettable. We was thinking about that, safari to be at the highest. When we started planning our trip, we searched and asked many places but we chose finally choose Kaara Adventures because of the positive and competent answers we got. Despite our budget, the owner Jose still managed to comfort us full board accommodation in all the places we travelled. Because of his flexability, connection and good character with people everything was nice and easy. Jose is so friendly towards clients and always willing to help in any way he can. Our trip to Murchison falls and Queen Elizabeth will forever be the trip of our life time. If we ever get a chance to tell our story, we will say we once travelled with Kaara Adventures the best.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good
Very nice company , I enjoyed maasai mara, seeing animal's, drivers were very good, tour guide are well educated.the price was very good.I couldn't imagine Dec month I could get that price.keep up good job.always I would like to use your company.
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Basic but very efficient!
We went 3 days in Massai Mara with Okoa and everything was Ok.
Good prices and exactly the same prestations than others: same van, same places to eat and sleep... Special mention to our guide Maxwell who was very competent and thanks to him we saw nearly all the big animals of this reserve.
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service throughout the entire process ending with an amazing safari-experience.
Very informative quote and excellent service overall. Very nice administrativ staff with swift responses regarding questions.
Knowledgeable and nice guide with very good driving skills, never got stuck once but helped several who did.
Excellent accomodation in both Arusha and the tented camp in Serengeti. Very good boxed lunches, got treated to fresh pineapple in Ngorogoro-lunch from another Benson-driver and excellent dinners.
We got to see everything from a dung beetle to lions taking down a waterbuffalo in Ngorogoro. We got to see the big five!
Highly recommend going on safari with Benson Safaris!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One Day tour from Jo'burg
We had an awesome one day tour of Pilanesbury from Jo'burg with MoAfrika. I would 100% recommend it to anyone who have very little spare time whilst in SA.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A wonderful DUme Africa
Dime Africa Trails are amazing! We had a great trip with my family. We were able to see a head of elephant, lion so I highly recommend that you use Dume Africa and am sure you will be very pleased if you use his services.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
OUTSTANDING SERVICE! I was not the easiest client, I’m sure, that Daniel-Transtrek Safaris has dealt
The three things a safari company is providing are:
• Confidence in the services being provided…Daniel was amazing
• Transportation…both the vehicle and the Transtrek drivers were excellent…Peter was our main driver but we also enjoyed Simon and Ronnie
• Lodging…each location had its unique personality and all of the people running the camps were gracious and accommodating.
So, if you want to hear more, read on. The difficult client, ME.
• DANIEL: Prior to using SafariBooking.com I had arrangements with another company which didn’t work out due to our bank refusing to transfer money. A sketchy website, never having actually talked to the contact person, and not using a Secure Payment method I cancelled that trip and started shopping again. Daniel and one other company provided prompt responses to my request while a third company took a week or so and multiple requests to reply. The quality of Transtrek’s proposal was far better and so I booked with Daniel’s assistance. The next request I made was to ask for assistance with lodging in Nairobi prior to our safari departure. Again, Daniel made arrangements which were outside the actual safari contract. Payment was made, all is good. Then I decide to ask if I can cancel the additional reservation. Daniel complied and refunded the money. Here is what I am impressed with, Daniel was ethical. Another person might just have said “no” changes can be made, might have charged a processing fee, might have… Next, upon arrival, at 10:30 p.m. I ask Peter, my driver if he might be available for the next two days for local touring in Nairobi. He assured me that it could be done and he would contact Daniel. I could have and should have made this request prior to arrival but I was afraid to commit due to weather forecasts. Anyway, Daniel came through on extremely short notice and provided me with Simon one day and Ronnie the next day. Both drivers were prompt with our pickup and dedicated themselves for the entire day. Lastly, just as our safari began the Talek River flooded and destroyed the bridge we needed to use to get to our final camp. Two of my companions had been in country for a month and were familiar with the area and were quite concerned about our arrangements at Julia’s Camp and the possible need for something else. Both Daniel and Peter assured me that all would be good and my group had no need to worry. The reality in any disaster is that the situation changes daily and patience is a virtue. I was a bit short on patience in the moment. All worked out very well under Daniel’s guidance and my entire Transtrek Safari was great.
• PETER: What a jewel for the company. Peter spent a week with four U.S. women! Bless his heart. Peter has the art of figuring out group dynamics and when and how to become part of the group or not. By the end of our trip he joined in our banter becoming a welcome member of the party. In doing this our appreciation for Peter as a professional driver grew. He explained some of his decisions in regard to safety on our game drives, comparing the parks visited and the number of other drivers around as factors which went into his choices. For example, in the Meru NP Daniel brought a ranger to help. In the Mara he indicated that all drivers (and there are many) support each other assisting when one gets stuck or in communicating the sightings of animals.
The transportation vehicle used by Transtrek is the Toyota Land Cruiser modified for safaris, an excellent choice. We saw Toyota vans which seemed cramped and huge vehicles with open sides. We actually rode in one of these open sided trucks which I loved until we pulled up next to a roadside lioness. As she starred at me I realized that she is much faster and far more agile then the current driver (not a TT driver though I doubt that Peter could react faster than that lion) and that there was nothing between us. I highly recommend the Toyota Land Cruiser.
• We participated in Glamping and my only regret is that we didn’t have a few more days to chill and enjoy each camp a bit more. Our one night stay at the Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort allowed for a bit of luxury and a visit to Elsamere. I highly recommend travelers become aware of “Born Free” and the work that has been done to honor the amazing animals we are allowed to see on game drives.
That’s it! I highly recommend Transtrek Safaris and would not hesitate to use their services again.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience for the price
Karibou Safaris provided a great experience overall, especially considering the price - $630 US for a six day trip including Masai Mara (excellent), Lake Nakuru (much better than expected), and Amboseli (very good). Emails were very responsive and answered all questions. Service was overall very good. Our driver Peter did an excellent job explaining the plan for the day and ensuring we got the most out of our safari. We were fortunate to see so many animals, including the “big 5”. Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru I consider “must see” parks. Amboseli is also interesting primarily to see lots of elephants with Kilimanjaro in the back ground, though there are other animals to see there too. Our vehicle was a 2WD Toyota van with pop up roof. Adequate but needed towing twice in the worst muddy spots. 4WD would be better. Lots of driving but there are good things to see even on pure travel days like the optional Masai village and Lake Naivasha. Lunches on the road were good from roadside restaurants. Food and accommodations were slightly better in Masai Mara (Manyatta camp) than Amboseli (Kimana cottages). City max hotel is fine in Nakuru. Sack lunches on safari were fine. We did not always get bottled water provided as indicated, but we did purchase some. Overall the trip exceeded our expectations and I would recommend this trip for those on a budget.
NZ
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best tour company ever!
This is our second time using Lights in Africa and we are again very impressed with the service. The administration side is easy to book and has great communication. The vehicles are safe and sturdy with no breakdowns. The two drivers we've had have both been very informative, funny and have taken great care of us. I would definitely recommend this company and we will use them again.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
wonderful safari firm
we appreciate the service you offer us during the time we came to Kenya. we can say that your services were above our imagination. Vincent was good planner and could offer us a package that was friendly and enjoyable.The van was in good condition and the driver was having good driving skill and was knowledgeable of the park. We will love to do another safari with you.