US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome trip! Simon was best guide
Cuckoo Safaris was amazing! I gave them very little information- how many people, that we wanted private, the month we wanted to go, and that we liked a mix of safari like activities, cultural and mid level luxury. They created the perfect multi city itinerary for us. They kept in constant contact with us throughout the process and I never waited more than a day for a response from them. In country they were responsive to whatsapp and made sure we felt comfortable. We did Zimbabwe with safari, sunset cruise on Zambezi River, and Victoria falls. Then we headed over to Botswana for a multi-day safari where we saw all but one of the Big 5! Simon, our main guide was AMAZING. He was so funny, humble, accommodating and hospitable. He really made our trip special. Our lodging accommodations were perfect. a mix of traditional, safari camp style and more modern/luxury. One that had us so close to the elephants! all of the food we had was amazing. At one point we had 3 buffets in one day! I'm a vegetarian and they made sure to accommodate that and I never worried! 10/10 recommend.
SG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing family vacation in Mana Pools
We had an amazing experience visiting Mana Pools as a family of 5 (9, 11, 13 and parents) in May / June 2023. From the outset Ant was really engaging and handled all our questions and concerns with patience and enthusiasm. As this was our first trip of this kind as a family it was reassuring to rely on Ant's experience to prepare all the logistics, provisioning, campsite bookings, etc, and he made sure to structure an itinerary that gave us the best of Mana Pools while still being suitable for our family (i.e. not Chitake Springs). We took the big Land Cruiser with trailer, which were very well equipped for our 5 nights and along with the ground tents provided plenty of space for us all. The seating arrangements in the vehicle worked really well, ensuring that everyone had their own space for the long drive, and the camping equipment including mattresses allowed us all to sleep as comfortably as the noise from our hippopotamus neighbours allowed! The pre-prepared meals were excellent, and all around everything was more luxurious than we had prepared ourselves for (but bear in mind this is still camping).
The campsites Ant had booked for us were stunning, located right on the banks of the Zambezi - 3 nights at the main campsite at Nyamepi followed by 2 nights at an exclusive site. Ant had clearly understood what we wanted and made sure we had a great experience.
Ant also introduced and arranged a driver (Beaven), who looked after us in camp, made delicious meals and provided great company, in addition to taking care of the long drives to and from Harare. When there was the occasional issue it was great to have someone experienced to rely on to fix things, and Beaven's reassuring presence ensured that we could remain in holiday mode. During the days we took the vehicle out with a ranger from NParks who also guided us on our walks - we arranged this once on site but again with Beaven's guidance and local knowledge of how things work.
When we started looking into this trip we were dismayed by the costs of the lodges and thought we would not be able to make it. By going with Ant and manapools.com we were able to access the amazing Mana Pools experience, with the added benefit of being able to customise every aspect of our trip and stay at an affordable cost. For anyone considering a visit to Mana Pools who is happy with being self sufficient, I would not hesitate to recommend manapools.com.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome tour
Upon arrival I did the morning safari. Saw a lot of animals. Sunny Is very good spotting those animals. He explained a lot abt their habitat. Enjoyed the exciting tour around. The food n accommodation at bakubung lodge is quiet, clean n food at the buffet is delicious n fresh. Love it. driver Arnold is so friendly, punctual n a very good driver.
Peter was an incredible guide! Very professional.
Had the most incredible time with Big Apes Africa! Peter is the most incredible guide, had a lot of fun on the road with him and of course visiting the most beautiful spots with him! Gorilla trekking was so well organised thanks to Peter as well as the Golden Monkeys and I was able to get a fantastic group for both trekking! Tour was so well organised and accommodation was fantastic! I am already looking at going again to do some of the other safaris which they do as loved every minute of this tour!
Thank you so much to Peter, and Big Apes Africa for the incredible service! I look forward to see you soon!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable
Great time on the safari. Have already recommended to all my friends & family. Easy pick-up & drop off from the hotels in Johannesburg. Safari tour guide had much knowledge of the park & animals and we were successful in getting to see lots. Would go again.
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
All was fine without hidden Cost
Great trip, we saw all animalas from top Kenia.. Touch Masaii.. food, take a look how their life. Night in tent realy position feeling. Thank
IE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional experience
We recently had the pleasure of embarking on a three-day safari adventure in Nyerere National Park, and we can confidently say that it was an experience of a lifetime. The safari was organized by Justin from Sammah Wonders Safari, and our guide and driver for the trip was Eli. The entire experience was nothing short of amazing.
From the moment we arrived at the park, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a sense of excitement for the adventure that lay ahead. Eli was an exceptional guide, his knowledge of the park and its wildlife was impressive, and he made sure that we saw everything there was to see.
We were able to witness some of the most incredible wildlife sightings, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and hippos, just to name a few. Eli made sure to take us to all of the best spots for viewing, and his keen eye for spotting wildlife was truly impressive.
The accommodations provided by Sammah Wonders Safari were top-notch. The tents were spacious and comfortable, and the food was delicious. We were able to relax and unwind after a long day of safari, taking in the beautiful views and sounds of the African bush.
Overall, I cannot recommend Sammah Wonders Safari and Eli as a guide enough. Their attention to detail, exceptional service, and commitment to ensuring that we had the best possible safari experience made this trip one that I will never forget. If you are looking for an unforgettable safari adventure, look no further than Sammah Wonders Safari.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Super friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable
Booking the tour was extremely easy as they were very responsive to email and answered questions quickly and efficiently, even when I had to change my dates two times.
The pre-trip information is thorough and straightforward. It totally prepared me for the trip and put me at ease about anything I was unsure of, including clothes, equipment, permits, and tipping.
My guide, Amanya, was the absolute best. He was super friendly, very knowledgeable about the animals and the trek, and was an excellent resource in choosing the local food. He took great care to make sure I was comfortable and having a good time. I truly enjoyed our time together and can’t recommend him enough.
Bamboo Eco Tours is definitely a go-to in Rwanda or Uganda for a great trekking experience.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
it was fantastic
The safari was fantastic.Got a chance to see all the big 5 animals.The weather at Ngorongoro was amazing.The accomodation at Heritage camps was great.The whole crew was friendly from the airport pick up,thr guides and the chef.
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour is well organized in a very comfortable schedule. Our guide Andrew is excellent.
We attended a three-day tour at Amboseli. The tour is well organized with a relexae schedule. We are accommodated in a wonderful hotel. The food, room, environment, and facilities in the hotel are excellent. Our guide and driver, Andrew, is very kind and professional. He guided us to see all kinds of animals in the park in a very comfortable way. He well understands when to stop and when to go. We have sufficient time to film animals in an appropriate distance. He is well deserved a high-level compliment. I recommend this agency and Andrew.