DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Strongly recommend and have just a suggestion
If you want a detailed review, here it is.
We booked the Mikumi National Park 1-day safari from and back to Zanzibar.
We booked online via safari tours, and after submitting our request, we were contacted by Salimu via WhatsApp. He was always very fast in responding and helpful.
Our booking included pick up at the hotel we were staying, flight from Zanzibar to Mikumi, Game drive, lunch, flight back, and drop off at the hotel. We got everything that was agreed on.
Overall, I strongly recommend the experience. There are just a few details that could have been better.
The driver was supposed to pick us up at the hotel at 4.40 AM and when we walked out, he was already there waiting for us. Arriving to the airport, the driver walked with us to the meeting place (that we didn’t know about, but the driver did so we just followed him). There, we were “dropped off” at a café. Someone from the Salimu’s team came up to us, we checked our names on a list, paid by card, no problems.
We flew in a very small and quite old airplane for 13 people. I was extremely afraid BUT I must say that I am afraid of flying in small planes and a bit claustrophobic. The plane was extremely small, but I was positively surprised. Pilot did amazing. The landing is in the middle of the park and the game drivers are already there waiting. There are toilets in the air strip.
Our ride was with Patrick (guide). He was very nice, engaging on questions, and did a good job “searching” for our wishes.
We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, impalas, hippos, crocodiles, monkeys, many different birds, everything.
Around 12 we stopped to eat lunch, and you can eat inside a facility or outside under some trees. There is also a few cottages in the same area, so again toilets and some infrastructure.
Lunch was delicious. Nothing to complain.
We drove a bit more and back to the airplane. We flew back in the same plane with the same pilot, again did a great job.
Zanzibar airport is quite chaotic, and the other people from the same tour had maybe different agreements or booked through different agents, but me and my husband were a bit lost on how to go back to the hotel. There was nobody from Salimu’s team to meet us and say “here it is your ride back to the hotel”.
We just found the taxi drivers that were waiting for passengers, so we decided to walk back to the Café that we met the Tour guys in the morning, or pick up a taxi by ourselves. At the Cafe, there was a lady that I asked about if there were anyone from Salimu’s team, or his agency. She said she would call him (she wasn’t very happy to help but did anyway) and quickly our driver came to find us, didn’t take more than 5 minutes. So, no problem coming home again.
Here is my only complaint/suggestion:
We felt a bit lost on how things would go because we had the feeling that the tourism agency would have someone to gather us and to give us direction when we landed. It might sound silly but it would give us more confidence and understanding of what is going on if we are informed before hand on how things unfold, instead of learning while they are happening.
PT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a unique experience! Super complete safari with a very welcoming team
We were a group of 7 volunteers and did a full-day safari in Mikumi National Park. It was unique!
The whole experience went spectacularly well, Cosiano took care of everything, transport and lunch were included. Our tour guide was super friendly and shared a lot of information about the animals we were seeing during the safari. We loved it! And I would love to do the other safari trips they have on the other National Parks in Tanzania!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience!
We had a great experience from requesting an offer till dropping us off at the airport. Vincent well planned our trip and fulfilled our needs as much as possible. Frank was our driver and provided us a great time too. Unfortunately our night game drives had to be cancelled due to safety reasons and we used this spare time to relax at the amazing lodges we were booked!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great services, professional attitude
David was everything to the success of our safari, he made sure we had a great time and at the very best prices. The Safari was so well organized, the guides were well informed and provided great info about the people, wildlife and the destinations we went to. Trav-Interactive are indeed the best if not one of the best out of several past experiences. Our destinations were well selected and planned, the activities left us always yearning for the next one. This was a great experience, thank you David and your team
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful and prepared.
The safari was very good. The tour guide picked me up in a van at the hotel door, punctually. After we arrived at the park, we changed cars to an open Toyota vehicle with a panoramic view. We saw all the animals we wanted, and a few more that we didn't even know existed... Excellent tour! On the way back, they left me punctually at the hotel door. Congratulations to the company and guides!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Superb!!!
I have been to Africa no less than ten times. There are many safari companies and I’ve experienced a few. Any of them can take you out and show you a beautiful animal. But when you book with Goodluck Godson Kombe, you are getting an actual amazing experience! Not only will he show you a beautiful animal, he will give you all the information on the behavior and habitat of that animal. Goodluck will introduce you to his amazing country, people, wildlife, and nature. It is easy to see his passion for the culture and the wildlife as he takes you on this stunning journey through Tanzania. You’ll be having an experience rather than just a show. With Goodluck you’ll be getting as close to wildlife as you can get while maintaining a respect for their well-being, eating like a king, sleeping in luxury, and learning more than you anticipated. And you’ll be safe and happy at a very reasonable price. Can’t say enough - just book with Goodluck and you can’t go wrong. Go to Africa, it will change your life forever. A hundred stars for Goodluck Godson Kombe! ⭐️
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
Amazing experience from A to Z ! We went for the 4 days & 3 nights trip. The whole thing was smooth and easy to organize with Migration Venture. We went to 3 different parks : Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater. Our guide was Bonny. A great guy : experienced, full of knowledge on the wild life, fabulous driver (which is important in the national parks), and super friendly. He really did his best for us to see all the animals we wanted to see. We couldn't find one negative thing to say ! We recommend !! And make sure to ask for Bonny.
Knowledgeable staff and good value for money.
We took 2 safaris with Moran—Maasai Mara & Nairobi National Park. The drivers, Andrew and Felix were great—they were experts at finding game to see. Moses and Andrew taught us a lot about African wildlife. We had lots of fun on both game drives. We definitely recommend them!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing! Absolutely amazing!
If you want an authentic adrenaline driven experience - look no further - this is the best tour. The guys were amazing. I am a 50 year old woman who is in an average shape for athletics. But the crew were so attentive, I was able to (mostly) keep up with the 20 year olds. John is amazing as a gide. He knows tons of facts about local flora and fauna, and other things. We even played riddles on the way.
Overall, I would highly recommend this tour. We could not have made a better choice.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
True astonishing wildlife experience, everything we could dream of, and more.
A truly unique experience. We booked 3 nights in the Moremi Game Reserve. The journey began the evening before the scheduled departure with a meeting with our guide, David. We discussed the itinerary for the next day, and he explained the organization of the trip, providing useful advice for life in the bush. We immediately became friends with him.
The next morning at the agreed-upon time (7 am), he picked us up at the lodge in Maun with the fantastic Toyota Land Cruiser, which never let us down, and the safari began:
Day 1: A mokoro ride on the Boteti River and a transfer inside the Moremi Game Reserve (with camping at South Gate) with an afternoon game drive.
Days 2 and 3: Full-day game drives with breathtaking sightings and photographs at the level of National Geographic, if not better.
Day 4: The last morning game drive to bid farewell to the wonderful reserve and return to Maun.
The team consisted of:
* David, the guide, probably the best guide in Botswana, well-versed in all the park's fauna and flora, tireless in driving and providing explanations and stories, a deep connoisseur of the Moremi Game Reserve and all its trails. He speaks impeccable English, always making himself understood, and was super helpful and very friendly.
* Gladis, the young cook, a true talent in the kitchen. Whether it was dinners in the field or packed lunches, she always delighted us with typical Botswana dishes. After 12 hours in the savannah, it's important to eat well and plenty.
* Mt, assistant cook, and handyman, always with a smile on his face, kind, helpful, service-oriented, friendly, and always ready to make us laugh in the evenings after the game drives with his jokes.
* Moses, the assistant guide, David's right-hand man in the bush, always attentive to spotting any animal and also a great connoisseur of the savannah habitat.
And it's mal d’Afrique right away. We can't wait to go back, not only for the fantastic animals we saw (see the photos) but also for the wonderful people who accompanied and guided us in this unique experience. Thank you very much, and see you soon!!!
