65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Safari to Remember
My recent safari holiday was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived, the experience exceeded every expectation I had. The sheer variety of wildlife we encountered was breathtaking — I witnessed animals I’d only ever dreamed of seeing up close, which made each day feel magical.
The lodges were luxurious yet welcoming, providing the perfect balance of comfort and charm. Every meal was a culinary delight, and sharing it all with such wonderful travel companions only made the adventure more special. I was also pleasantly surprised by the weather — much milder than I anticipated, which made the excursions even more enjoyable. Especially lucky, it seems, as the dunes were reportedly ice-capped just days after our visit!
A huge thank you to everyone involved in organizing this unforgettable journey. Special mention to Christelle from Gondwana Tours & Safaris, who was an absolute pleasure to deal with throughout. She was always ready to answer any questions, and her helpful, attentive nature made planning the trip seamless.
It was an experience I’ll treasure for a lifetime.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Working with Dancing Zebra Safari was terrific: personal, thoughtful, responsive, great.
It was the biggest trip of our lives, and likely the last one we be able to get both our boys (14 and 17) to take with us as they move on to college. So it meant a lot. And we had tons of questions.
We couldn’t have been in better hands.
Jessica called us right away to talk through what we were thinking about. Her itinerary took us from Lemala’s Hamerkop House in Arusha to Treetops at Tarangire, Crater’s Edge at Ngorongoro, then to Lemala’s Kuria Hills Lodge in the Northern Serengeti and last, a day at the Coffee Lodge in Arusha.
Every place we stayed seemed more amazing than the last and the staff everywhere was so so good.
And better, one of us is a serious celiac (gluten allergy), and everywhere we went the chefs took care to prep meals to accommodate.
Did we see wildlife? Yes, we were fortunate to see all the big 5 (including a long encounter with a leopard at Ngorongoro), but even more fortunate to spend our time with Steven James, a guide who was funny, engaging, and super knowledgeable about what we were seeing. (We really laughed a lot!) A truly good hearted man who clearly loves the world he was sharing with us. A hit with both our teenage boys.
Last, the days we visited the Masai and the city of Mto wa Mbu (River of Mosquitos) were insightful, fun, and world-opening. We appreciated everyone we met — whether in the rice fields (that is HARD work!), the Boma, or the banana plantation (amazing lunch there) — and the way they gave us an idea of every day life in Tanzania. Worthwhile in a deep way.
Jessica, thank you. And thank you, Steven. And everyone who took care of us from the moment we touched ground at JRO to when we left 11 days later.
IE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
Very well done, amazing safari, got to see plenty animals. George our guide fantastic!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic Experience
I recently travelled to Uganda with Dav Safaris’s with my two older teenage children. Our guide Julius was amazing. From the moment he picked us up he was well organized and made sure we were where we needed to be. He was very knowledgeable about Uganda. Julius had a very good rapport and relationship with the people working at the chimp and gorilla trekking locations and we ended up with amazing guides and an awesome gorilla family to spend time with, I think thanks to Julius’s relationship with the experience providers.
I highly recommend Dav Safaris and Julius especially.
PL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari Experience
We had an amazing safari experience! We were thrilled to see the entire Big Five, and the guides were incredibly knowledgeable and attentive throughout the trip. The agency offered competitive prices and maintained excellent communication from start to finish. Highly recommended!
US
Serengeti: Brilliant Plan & Execution!
Feedback:
-The best vacay ever; incredible experience
-All arrangements were top class
-The Sundowner was fabulous
-Perfect itinerary, from an introductory park to the most exquisite of animal kingdoms
-The guides were very knowledgeable & dedicated to ensuring we saw every single animal! (we checked off our entire animal-checklist, including the elusive cheetahs, leopards & rhinos).
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Eminent Safaris delivered an absolutely flawless and unforgettable Zanzibar experience.
Eminent Safaris delivered an absolutely flawless and unforgettable Zanzibar experience. Their exceptional communication, wonderful service, incredible value for money, and absolute reliability made for a stress-free and truly enjoyable adventure. If you're looking for a tour operator that genuinely cares about your experience and delivers on every promise, look no further than Eminent Safaris. I cannot recommend them highly enough and will certainly be using their services for future travels!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Steven was just excellent. Thanks to him it was one of the best vacations we have ever had.
It was incredible Safari experience. From the moment we arrived everything was perfectly organised, seamless logistics, comfortable accommodations, and most importantly, the breathtaking game drives. Our guide professionalism, attention to details, and deep knowledge of the wildlife and landscapes truly made this journey unforgettable. Special thanks to our guide Steven whose knowledge, sharp eye and insightful commentary were really amazing. We learned so much and felt safe and well cared for every step on the way. I will definitely recommend your services to anyone dreaming of an African Safari.
PT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Makunga Tours is reliable, professional, and made our safari truly unforgettable!
Unforgettable Safari Adventure with Makunga Tours!
We just returned from an incredible 8-day safari adventure in Tanzania, and we couldn't be happier with our experience with Makunga Tours.
From the very beginning, the communication with Makunga’s representative — Maryfester Peter — was exceptional. She designed a tailor-made itinerary that perfectly matched our schedule, interests, and budget. Her attention to detail, warmth, and professionalism were evident in every email. Every question we had was answered promptly and clearly, which gave us complete peace of mind – especially since we were planning everything from another continent.
Our guide, George, was simply outstanding. Every evening, he would sit with us to decide on the next day’s plan based on our wishes and what animals we still hoped to see. Tireless, knowledgeable, and passionate, he made each day a new and exciting adventure. Thanks to him, we had unforgettable encounters with wildlife in their natural habitat, and we learned so much along the way.
Makunga Tours delivered everything they promised and more. That trust and reliability made all the difference. We always felt safe, supported, and genuinely cared for.
I fully and wholeheartedly recommend Makunga Tours to anyone dreaming of a Tanzanian safari. They’re professional, honest, and truly dedicated to creating magical and memorable journeys.
Thank you, Makunga – you made our safari unforgettable! 🐘🦁🌍
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing safari, well organised, good communication and excellent tour guide
Topy Tours organised an amazing luxury safari for our honeymoon. We visited the most beautiful safari spots in Tanzania and saw all of the big 5. The hotels we stayed in were beautiful and exactly what we needed to relax after busy days on the road.
Communication with the company was excellent and very responsive. We had a very knowledgeable and entertaining tour guide (Ali) who listened to our requests but also made sure we got our money’s worth and ensured we saw all of the best sights. They also organised hassle free travel to and from the airport, even when our flight changed location at the last minute.
We would definitely recommend Topy again.
