US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Just a wonderful safari experience
Maybe the stars aligned that I got an excellent tour guide in Stanley and interesting/friendly tour mates from CO that my safari experience can only be described as unforgettable. Communications with staff Lizzy is quick and painless including Teddy who picked me up from the airport and back. Thanks to all of you.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kenya is a great place to have an adventure.
I did a private safari. Kenya was a wonderful country to visit. I found most people there to be approachable. It has a very tourism heavy economy so it has a lot of services and amenities that help travelers enjoy their trip.
I was lucky enough to see all of the big five in one day at Masai Mara. I had less luck with wildlife and bird watching after that, but you cannot control where animals will show up. Despite that I saw all of the animals and enjoyed the landscape.
If I did it again I would try to stay at lodges inside the parks. That way you can go for an early morning game drive, return for lunch and relaxation, and the do an evening game drive. I would also try to spend several days at one or two parks instead of trying to visit as many different parks as possible.
Visits to Massai villages are a must. I loved taking a boat tour at Lake Naivasha to see birds. I did get great sunrise pictures on a hot air balloon ride. However, for the cost, I would probably skip it in hindsight given I had no luck spotting animals doing it.
Make sure you have sufficient cash in small bills for tipping staff. I did not and was embarrassed when I had to find people later to tip them. Also, be prepared to haggle over prices, especially souvenirs. It is better to have someone with you while shopping.
Do bring lip balm/chapstick. Even with it my lips dried out. Goggles might be better than sunglasses when it gets dusty. Unless you are doing some very serious photography, a tripod probably won't be used because you spend most of your time in the vehicle. A sleeping bag is probably not needed at lodges. All of mine had comfy beds with sufficient blankets.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent 3 day safari with great guide.
We did 3 day Safari, Nairobi - Amboseli - Tsavo East and then to Mombasa. Very good guide who took a lot of effort to find wildlife.
Aa lodge in Amboseli rather basic. Voi Safari Lodge in Tsavo East was much better.
There had been enough rain in both areas, but still fairly dry. Some amazing wildlife everywhere.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience - so many animals and a beautiful green nature.
We were really surprised how many animals we have seen - rhinos, cheetahs, leopards, lions, hippos, elephants, giraffes,...
The Nationalparks were beautiful and each one was different. The Lodges and camps were great and in the middle of nature. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming.
Safarisoles wars an excellent tour provider - Asante Sana!
DK
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We only went on a Safari in Nyerere National Park
Amazing Nyerere National Park.
We came from Zanzibar on 2 days Safari.
1 day full game drive Safari, to see the animals. We were lucky enough to see the Lepard. Overnight in tented Camp, next to the park. Day 2 Bush walk to learn about plants and the animals life outside the park. Boat trip, lunch and Them back to Zanzibar. Thank you so much Daigle Tours (Germano).
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Amboseli National Park by Russell Corbett
It was great to see elephants and hippos in the water. There were a lot of water birds.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Lake Nakuru National Park by Russell Corbett
I did not have a lot of luck. It was very dry on my visit except right at the lake. I got good shots there, but ate dust most of the day.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Masai Mara National Reserve by Russell Corbett
I had great wildlife viewing and it has amazing scenery.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Tsavo East National Park by Russell Corbett
I had a lot of luck spotting birds. This was a great place for elephant viewing.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Tsavo West National Park by Russell Corbett
I did not have great luck here, especially since I arrived at noon. I did like the guided hike at Mzima Spring.