35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great adventure
We booked our tour with Wildmist in May, and from the very beginning, we had an excellent experience. Throughout the planning process, Bruce, our tour guide, kept us regularly updated and was always happy to accommodate our additional requests. His communication and flexibility made us feel well looked after even before our trip had begun.
On the day of our tour, Bruce was punctual, warm, and incredibly welcoming. He was very knowledgeable about the different areas we visited and did an outstanding job planning an itinerary that was enjoyable and suitable for our young children. His experience and attention to detail really made a difference and allowed us to relax and fully enjoy the adventure.
Our itinerary included rhino watching, exciting game drives, a visit to Murchison Falls by both boat and land, and a wonderful trip to the Source of the Nile in Jinja. Every experience was special, and we were able to see and do so much while still having a comfortable and enjoyable trip as a family.
One of the biggest highlights for us was the exceptional customer care we received throughout the entire experience. Bruce went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, informed, and enjoying ourselves. That level of care truly makes a difference and is something we greatly appreciated.
What an incredible safari and adventure we had! We made so many wonderful memories as a family, and we would happily recommend Wildnist and Bruce to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and caring tour guide. Thank you for making our trip so memorable!
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Drive
We have been there to safari this year. They provide us wonderful vehicles with awesome drivers. Our trip was joyful.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
He was eager to help us get the very most out of our Safari experience
Our Safari experience was above and beyond anything we expected. Our guide was able to point out things we would’ve never seen on our own, get us up close and personal to the wildlife, share great information with us and yet remain focused on our safety. The tour vehicles we used were first class. I loved this experience so much and I can’t wait to take my family members on safari with Matala Safaris.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Once in a Lifetime!
From the moment we arrived, Mátala Safaris delivered an exceptional safari experience that exceeded every expectation while also prioritizing our safety. Our journey through Murchison Falls National Park was nothing short of magical! Our guide was knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about the wildlife in the park and ensured we experienced the land safari to the fullest. At the latter part of the day, we took a boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls. It was a truly memorable highlight.
Logistics were seemless. Transfers, lodging, and daily itineraries ran like clockwork without ever feeling rigid.
What truly sets Mátala Safaris apart was the personal touch. This is not a cookie-cutter tour; it felt tailored, respectful of the land and its people, and deeply committed to creating meaningful encounters.
If you’re looking for a safari company that combines professionalism, heart, and an authentic connection to one of Africas most spectacular parks, this is the One! Mátala Safaris turned our Murchison Falls adventure into memories we will treasure for a lifetime. Highly, highly recommended.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Royal Morubisi Founders Lodge
Hi Yolande ! We're back from our trip. I wanted to drop you an email to let you know that we had a great trip ! It exceeded our expectations. We saw the "Big 5" and much more. Carmen and the resort staff we're amazing, and Lucas our tour guide was outstanding. By the end of the week we felt like we were hanging out with our friends more than "Staff". James the driver was great, and Joseph who we spent our extra time in Johannesburg with was also like hanging out with a friend. We shared laughs with everyone our whole time there and are planning to return with our kids and grandkids in a few years when the young ones are old enough. Please share this review with all those mentioned, they truly were outstanding ! Thank you! Bill and Sue Bouman.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
This experience is all you need during your stay in Kenya
We had an absolutely wonderful experience with David as our safari driver. He was incredibly kind, friendly, and professional throughout the entire trip. He could answer every question we had, shared so many interesting stories and knowledge with us, and always made sure we were safe, comfortable and enjoying the experience.
What impressed us most was that he consistently went far beyond what was expected of him. He took extra time and initiative to make sure we had the best possible experience, even when it was clearly beyond his standard duties. His genuine kindness and dedication made us feel that he truly cared about our experience, rather than simply doing his job.
We were extremely lucky to have David as our driver and guide. We would highly recommend him to anyone planning a safari in Kenya. An exceptional person and a fantastic driver!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Superior
Did not do the booking so could not look up particulars on website. Consequently, didn’t quite know what to expect, and was more than pleasantly surprised at the amenities and luxury.
The “camps” —The safari “camps“ were definitely “glamping” — our “tents’ all had running water, electricity, flush toilets, and usually plenty of hot water for shower. One even had a giant bathtub to soak in. I have stayed in motels that were not as nice as these places. The food at each camp was superior and plentiful, esp the soups,. There were multiple entrée choices and plenty of fresh fruit. There were two vegetarians in our group and they did not have a problem satisfying their appetites. To hear the noises of the wild animals at night was magical. One place (surrounded by an obscure electrical fence) had built a cement watering hole and we dined, watching elephants and other animals sip from the pool. Other camps posted guards at night to ward off any problematic animals that might enter. But waking up to piles of zebra poop or antelope droppings on your “front lawn“ was a trip.
The guides - this was a two country tour so we had different guides and vehicles in Kenya and Tanzania, allowing each to be an expert in the knowledge of his country, the preserves, and animals. Each was a wealth of information and could / would answer just about any question you asked about their country, the parks we were in, the animals, and even background on themselves. Very personable, and expert drivers on the pothole filled roads in these countries. The “roads“ in the preserves were often nothing more than two tire tracks, and yet they seemed to know them all and where to go. But be prepared, definitely a bumpy ride. They did their utmost to find the animals for us— and they did!! There is a sign in the Nairobi airport that defines Safari as ‘an outing where most of the day is predictable except what you actually came to see’. And while this may be true, the guides made sure that we got to see everything we wanted. And every night they washed and cleaned up the vehicle so the windows would be free of the ubiquitous dust. When a tour guest had a problem or issue, they did their utmost to resolve it ( MANY thx to you, Simon!!). They also helped us navigate immigration between Kenya and Tanzania, which was a chaotic zoo.
The write-up on this tour says extra binoculars, beanbags for cameras, and ladders for seniors are available. You may have to ask for these in advance as they were not automatically supplied. (The 70+ y/o members of our group, were quite agile and had no need of a ladder). The guides had a (singular) pair of binoculars that they were happy to share if people did not bring their own.
Having a few days of “cool down“ on the beaches in Zanzibar was a great way to end the trip after so many days of Safari.
The one – – and only one – – downside that I can note on this trip was that after being pampered in Kenya with Wi-Fi and each seat having a charger for your electronics, is that it was a bit of a letdown to not have them working in the Tanzania cars. But of course we had all brought our own chargers anyway.
As a sidenote, I long for the “Zen“ that our driver John had. Hakuna Matata!
Sawa-sawa
IE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
We had a truly extraordinary experience on our safari in Tanzania with Serenaland, and with a special thanks to Steven, a simply exceptional guide and Leo who preparared a customized itinerary for the three days.
Steven showed us to many animals and made every day even more special thanks to his experience and knowledge of the area. There were even some little surprises he'd kept secret for us, like when we went to Tarangire and he took us to a "secret" spot of his where he knew we'd be able to see lions in the trees. A truly incredible moment!
The day spent in Ngorongoro Conservation Area was also unforgettable, an experience we'll always cherish.
It was absolutely one of the most beautiful experiences of our lives, and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to experience an authentic, exciting, and perfectly organized safari. I definitely recommend Steven, who was a knowledgeable, helpful, attentive, and truly exceptional guide.
A special thanks also to Serena's entire team, who were incredibly kind and helpful in organizing every detail of the trip and adapting the itinerary to our needs.
We truly hope to experience another safari with you soon, perhaps with Steven again, when we plan our next trip to Serengeti.
Thank you so much for this unforgettable experience, and see you soon! ❤️
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Brilliant Team, incredible experience
We are so grateful to Good Secrets Safaris for organising our trips to the Masai Mara and Nairobi National Park as part of our honeymoon in Kenya. Everything was organised seamlessly by Elsy, who remained in contact throughout our trip to ensure that everything was to our satisfaction. She also very kindly helped us book train tickets for the second leg of our trip (saving myself in the process as I had neglected to do so...!)
Our guide Kaku was a delight! From the very first minute, her kindness, curiosity, and deep knowledge shone through. We had a relatively short safari but thanks to Kaku's skill and connections in the field, we managed to see all of the big five (and much more beyond, including wonderful trips to a Masai village, the elephant orphanage run by the Sheldrick Trust and the giraffe centre!). We really enjoyed the time we spent with Kaku, and were so sad to say goodbye when we parted ways in Nairobi - testament to how much we had bonded in just a few days.
We really could not recommend Good Secrets Safaris more, and will certainly be using them in future when we return to Kenya!
Jordan and Pamela
Fantastic Full Day Safari
We had a change of plans so only booked the day before our safari and so glad we did. We had an amazing day and we absolutely loved it. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, kudu, impala, waterbuck, hippos, warthogs and a vast array of bird life. The full day tour went so quickly and we were well looked after.