SK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Slow life vibes in amazingly beautiful nature with rich wildlife
During our 2 weeks holiday we went for 5 days private safari and rest of the time we spent at Zanzibar. It was just wonderful experience. We booked safari with local operator Gosheni which was very reliable, knowledgable and professional from the first email exhange until the end of the trip. We started at Tarangire NP where we had quite private feeling due low number of other cars which we met. We saw lot of wildlife, mainly elephants, zebras, antilopes, wild pigs, girrafes etc. We spent night directly in the park at amazing lodge. We opted also for night safari which was nice mainly due to beautiful sky full of stars. When it comes to animals there were not many but still it has its spirit. Next day we moved to Serengeti what was 6 h drive but there is always something interesting to see so journey was not boring at all. And Serengeti itself is WOW. Endless land, animals wherever one looks. We felt like in the movie. Driving with open roof, admiring mother nature while listening to our guide who provided us with information about country itself, tribes and their culture and of course aboute animals. After two nights there we visited Ngorongoro crater which was already more crowded, also because of its size. It was indeed beautiful, however after Serengeti it didnt have such wow effect for us. Still, we could see few spieces which we didnt in Serengeti, such as hyenas, flamingos and black rhinos. After night spent at the rim of crater we moved to Lake Manyara which is smallest from all 4 parks and with less wildlife. But we had best seeing of leopard there. Safari trip ended with visit of Masai village. It was very interesting to listen to their life style and traditions and we definitely do not regret the experience. Though, the fact is that for viligers the focus is on selling their products. Nevermind, we enjoyed. After safari we moved to Zanzibar. Island has beautiful white beaches, is very green, service at resorts was at high level and people very friendly. We enjoyed marine life while diving, spice farm and walk in the rain forest. We had rented car as we prefer to be on our own. Driving was safe as there is low speed limit at island and not heavy trafic (except Stone town), however roads are not in good condition so one needs to be careful. Roads going to resorts are not paved so even short distance may take quite long. And get ready for plenty of police checkpoints. Drive by all rules, otherwise police officer may not think twice to fine you (without receipt of course :) ) All in all we enjoyed Tanzania incredibly and can only recommend it to nature and beach lovers. One needs to be ready that prices for tourists are really high and at Zanzibar there are many local guides approching foreigners with their service offer what can be bothering. But... thats just the way how they try to do their best to earn money for living. In general people are very friendly and helpful. And country is simply beautiful and has a lot to offer.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Stunning
We travelled to Tanzania in May23 and booked our safari through Roadside Expeditions Tanzania. The email communications from Paul were excellent and we couldn't fault the service we received. Our guide Justin was amazing and a good ambassador for Tanzania. Advising us of the culture and wildlife on safari. Tanzania is a stunning country with a wealth of beautiful scenery and many varied wildlife. We went to Tarangire Park where we saw elephants, giraffes, lions and the wonderful baobab trees. We also visited the Serengeti where we saw the big 5 safari and many more wonderful animals. Also Ngorogoro crater which was incredible too. There are nit enough superlatives to describe our Tanzania experience. All the hotels we stayed in were comfortable, people welcoming and friendly. We wouldn't hesitate to return to this wonderful country Tanzania.
MY
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing! Definitely will stick with this tour whenever I'm in South Africa
The picked up time was exactly on time at 5.30am. The driver, Arnold was very nice and warm to drove us from Joburg to Pilanesburg. While at safari, our tour guide, Ben, was so insightful and tried his best to give the best safari experience for us. Definitely worth it! Keep up a good service MoAfrika.
SG
Excellent planner !
I was recommended by friend to Kathi Simon to plan our South Africa Trip and that started our journey. The trip was indeed very well planned by Kathi Simon. It was a very relaxing trip and yet full of excitement. I traveled with 6 other family members including my father who is 86 years old. I have many concerns before the trip especially my father's mobility problem. Kathi arranged for all possible assistance at various airport transfers. Kathi was very assuring and my messages and emails to her were quickly answered before and during the trip. Kathi was very thoughtful in planning our accommodation, food and itinerary for 7 of us who were flying to South Africa from different parts of the world. All 7 of us had such a good time and we truly miss South Africa! It was indeed a memorable trip ! We hope to venture to other parts of Africa again with African Welcome Safaris!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous
Best of the best!
We’ve seen so many fabulous creatures in Masai Mara and Amboseli!
Definitely want to go again.
Positive journey!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip
Henry is a very nice guide with lots of knowledge about animals. He prepared everything well and was patiently waiting for us to take photos. Recommend him to everyone! definitely be back again!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Seamlessly organised, incredible experience
We did the 2 night, 3 day safari trip to Selous National park, staying at Nyerere tented camp. It was amazing. Everything ran so smoothly, despite a couple of schedule changes. We were collected promptly from our hotel, greeted at the airport, greeted at the airstrip at the National park by our guide for the safari drive, Arii. He was an amazing guide, we saw a pride of lions, a herd of elephants, a close encounter with one elephant, wilderbeast, crocodiles, hippos, baboons, etc etc. He worked really hard to ensure we saw everything we could as we only had one day on the game drive - we were picked up at 7 and he dropped us at the hotel at 6, a very long and tiring day but totally worth it. And you are in charge of the itinerary so if you want to return to the hotel sooner, you can. The following day we did the bush walk with Simba, which was fabulous. He really engaged with us both, my son in particular and we learnt a lot, including how to make a fire in the bush. We did the village tour and boat safari and were lucky enough to see an elephant crossing the river. Overall awesome trip and totally recommend Uwanda tours and safari
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
We had the best experience with Herman ! We wanted a safari tour for our honeymoon, Herman planned it so well, everything was beyond our expectations, he helped us before the trip to book our flights and explained us everything , was available for our questions at any time and gave us tips that helped us during our trip.
Herman met us in the airport, he was so polite, so friendly and so professional, during all the trip he gave us a lot of information about the locals , the trip that he planned for us including the hotels was amazing ! After the amazing experience we had with him he dropped us at the airport and escort us till we get inside to our next flight.
CL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome experience
We booked the 4 day Ruanda-Uganda with Gorilla trekking and Queen Elizabeth NP, that was perfectly scheduled for us (me and my daughter), Thanks to fluent communication with Fred, that answered all my questions and inquieres on time. But the utmost part was our guide Champion, a 5 star guy who really made us the trip, his knowledge and experience about animaos and the land and also his friendliness. We enjoyed our time being with him and also of course, the amazing animals we saw, which he always knew where and what to look at!
MX
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good but Unprofessional & Disrespectful
I joined the group as a solo female traveler. Day 1 as we waited for the others, the tour guide asked if I had a bf & that if I moved to Tanzania he would marry me because I’m so beautiful etc. On the last day, the others had to leave early so I was alone with the tour guide. He kept pressing me if I had a bf & said foreign women come to Africa to have sex with African men. He also asked me if my bf & I like to have fun & have sex.
The tour guide also kept watching YouTube videos out loud as we observed animals. It was annoying. I loved the safari but I was extremely uncomfortable with the guide.