US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Doing a safari with a friendly and knowledgeable driver/guide makes all the difference!
The communications with Wildebeest Safaris LTD was mostly by email, which I appreciated. We were picked up from our hotel on time and delivered to the tour bus (both the hotel and tour pickup location were in Nairobi) that would take us to Maasai Mara about a 5 hour drive away. There were 2 people in our party and a total of 7 people on our 9 passenger bus. We were fortunate to have a friendly, chatty group of people on our bus. It's a loooong drive. The people we drove to Maasai Mara with were the same people we would end up spending the next 3 days with.
Our specific tour was for 12 year old guests and older. We were grateful to not have very young passengers on our bus for 3 days.
While on safari, our driver, Raheem, communicated by radio with the other drivers to be sure we saw the Big Five. If one tour group found a specific animal on the savanna, he would radio the other drivers so they could head right to that spot. We lucked out and saw the Big Five as well as so many other animals.
Raheem was attentive to our group and helpful in every way possible. I was not feeling well on our last day and he was concerned and sensitive to my issue. Fortunately, I was able to make it back to Nairobi without incident.
We were fortunate to have a group of people on our bus that all spoke English and were friendly. There were other tour groups that just didn't seem to be having as much fun as we were. I feel like I've made friends for a lifetime.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great customer care, competitive fees and experienced staff.
With bookings and guide by Limitless, I and my friends had all my itinerary expectations well catered in Uganda. I hope to return later this year.
CA
Trip of a lifetime. Alliance Destinations makes it happen!
From the first email contact to the final goodbye at the airport, Alliance Destinations succeeded in making our adventure a fantastic one. They took care of all the details leaving us nothing to do but enjoy and soak up all the wonderful things that Kenya has to offer. When time is such a valuable commodity, having people you can trust to take care of things for you is priceless. James was not only our guide but became one of our group! Yes, I will be referring Alliance Destination to others and look forward to traveling with them and James and his crew again!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic memorable experience, well beyond my expectation. Very personable, accommodating staff.
World class tour operations from beginning...a dream!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well looked after and very knowledgeable guides.
We used Encounter Africa while filming around Cities and villages near Jinja and Mbale. Mark our fixer was very knowledgeable about the wildlife and was pretty much part of the filming crew by the time we left. I'd thoroughly recommend Encounter Africa.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mikumi National Park Trip
I had a very short time to organise my trip. I contacted Hello Tanzania before my departure and Mwajabu was in nonstop contact with me. I travelled by myself from Dar Es Sallam to Mikumi National Park and stayed over night in Camp Bastian in Mikumi. Loved my driver, he was very attentive and funny! We were joined by a park guide that made sure that I got to see all animals. My accommodation was very cute. The staff were very friendly and the food was delicious. Mwajabu is very customer orientated. I also have to point out that after careful research of other competitors in the area, Hello Tanzania's services were the cheapest! I had an amazing time and would love to see Mwajabu again!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Total Package - Make a Difference
The best planned trip we have experienced and we did not have to plan anything - just show up.
Alliance Destinations took our mission trip and made it a total mission, success.
James, Daniel, Evans and Jenga were amazing guides and they assisted with our every request. We had a fantastic time with the children and our hands on experiences were rejuvenating (Make a Difference). There was nothing lacking in the tour - only two regrets 1) we could not make a bigger difference and 2) the flamingos have moved to a different lake - that being said we missed absolutely nothing else.
Accommodations were unbelievable, day journeys (when we were not on assigned tasks) were beyond any possible expectations. Thanks for making a life mission, one that was spectacular in every way. Thanks for helping us, Make a Difference. We will be recommending Alliance Destinations for many years to come.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Palinsberg three days
Sonny was excellent. He WAS knowledgeable. He was flexible and able to make adjustments to trip. He was personable and informative and an excellent guide companion
SG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic safari experience from start to end. Highly recommended.
I give my thanks specifically to the following people for my trip to Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
- Amos (the boss and coordinator)
- Erasto (the guide cum driver)
- Rama (the cook)
Amos was sincere, responded promptly, and gave me much needed assurance though our online communication when I was learning about and comparing various safari operators and their packages. I was pleased to have made the right choice in going with Migration Venture Africa.
Erasto was a competent guide and driver, one whom I enjoyed spending 5 days with. He was knowledgeable about most species found in the Northern Circuit. Besides learning quite a bit about animal behaviour from him, I was impressed with how sharp he was, distinguishing animals from incredibly far distances. Outstanding guide with a friendly demeanour.
Rama wasn't fluent in English, but that did not stop him from teaching me Swahili. He was also a good cook and I was satisfied with the variety he managed to prepare for us throughout our safari trip. The quantity served for each meal is more than sufficient.
Overall, this is a great company and I hope that the quality of their trips and service will maintain or even improve as they continue to grow.
Feel free to contact me for more details.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All i wanted
ILmaasai Expeditions where very friendly before the safari during booking and did all what we have requiered before. They took really very good care of us. We chose 6days safari with Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro conversation area. We have stayed in tents and on tented lodges. It was a great experience to stay in the nature and sleeping next to the animals. All was in good shape. The driver Brianson spotted plenty of animals and he knew great spots. Also our chef Osman cook delicious food even for my vegetarian wife. He took really good care of us. All the time they were friendly helpful and funny.
We really enjoyed the safari and would reommend it to anyone else. Thanks again Ilmaasai Expeditions, Brianson and Osman