under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very kind and fun to be around
I loved how we were able to fully experience the safari by seeing the animals up close as well as being able to stand in the vehicle to gain a better viewing experience. The tour guide was very lovely and loved to tell us different facts about the various animals. It was never boring and it was always fun !
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An incredible experience I will remember for the rest of my life
Our tour guide Dennis was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly and was always positive taking us around the various parks and reserves we visited - even when things didn't go to plan. All aspects our journey were well planned out and he was continuously communicating with other guides so we can all get the best experience possible.
I would highly recommend a safari with Jockey Tours as this has been a life changing experience.
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great routes and really friendly guides
My tour guides alex dennis were really friendly and, knowledgeble about the safari, animals and happy to answer any questions.
They really welcomed us and made us feel like a family.
Would strongly reccomend to anyone interested in going on a safari.
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding
I had the most amazing time with Jocky Tours, the guides were welcoming and always went above and beyond. The safaris were truly phenomenal, and the tour guides were very knowledgeable about the wildlife. (Shout out to Alex and Dennis). Amazing value for money. I had the experience of a life time.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Extremely friendly and professional.
We are a party of 28 - 24 students aged 16-18 and four teachers.
When we arrived at the airport, we were met by Jimmy, Jeff and Eric from Jocky Tours who were extremely friendly and helped load our bags for us.
Jimmy informed of us of everything we needed to know and asked us of there were any other things we wanted to do every step of the way to be as accommodating as possible.
Jimmy was my driver, while we had three other jeeps with drivers who were just as friendly and helpful.
Jimmy was very knowledgeable about the local areas and especially about the animals and birds that we encountered on safari in various parks. Jimmy gave us plenty of time to watch and take photographs of everything we wanted to and managed to find all of the 'Big 5' and the 'Ugly 5' animals for us.
Jimmy arranged things such as visits to the Elephant orphanage and Giraffe sanctuary and made sure he was there to facilitate it all.
I could not recommend Jimmy or Jocky Tours highly enough, and will be booking with them again when we run the same tour in 2 years time!
We have a LOT of very happy students and teachers here in Nairobi, and many jealous ones still at home too!
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful
I had John as my driver and he was very helpful when it came to explaining the different species of animal. He was also very funny and added laughter into out safari tours.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Gilmag Safaris delivered The Big 5 on the first day of safari
From the very first interaction with Mary via email and then WhatsApp, she responded to questions almost immediately. She assured me regarding my concerns. The package she created was perfect. The lodges were excellent and the arrangement of where we started and finished was great.
We spent seven days with our guide Nickson in Tanzania on safari and he made our trip memorable. He found us all of the Big Five within the first day!
The all-inclusive price was incredibly fair. My family greatly liked and enjoyed the excellent services offered by Gilmag Safaris. I would recommend Gilmag Safaris anytime. Their rates and willingness to make sure we got what we wanted was spot on!
TR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Been a very good tour
We were very happy with the tour. The driver explained everything to us intensively and we saw all the animals. Luckily we had a vehicle without windows. I can really recommend that. Without a window you have a real safari frenzy. We would like to thank Kihindo and Deo Safari Tours for this nice day.
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Chill, fun , considerate individual that was more than happy to help with problems along the trip
When we first arrived in Nairobi the Jocky Tours and Safaris staff were welcoming and friendly.
Our tour operator Jimmy drove us around the Masai Mara, Lake Nakaru and Amboseli all of which was an amazing experience. Jimmy was fantastic at navigating the Safaris, allowing our group to take the best pictures possible. Jimmy is a great personality conversationally and assisted with any problems that we had.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great value for money and super staff!
With so many tour operators we didn't know on how to choose one. After sending several enquiries via mail and recieving different offers we decided to call Jemimah at Alphadean Tours. The impression over the phone was very good and so we booked with them a budget 9 days Kenya and Tanzania safari tour.
Jemimah was there literally all the time before we arrived in Nairobi. Every question was answered and a lot of information sent.
Upon arrival in Kenya we were picked up at the airport and brought to the office where we paid and got to meet Jemimah :)
The next day the safari started. We went to Nakuru, Masai Mara and Amboseli in Kenya. The group was mixed and as it is a joining safari not consistend over the whole trip. Our guide and driver Anthony was very knowledgeable a great driver and always in a good mood. We enjoyed all parks, especially Masai Mara, and saw sooo many animals. Accomodation was basic as described for the budget trip but still beyond our expectation.
After crossing the Namanga border we started the Tanzanian part of the tour. The group was fixes on this side of the border and we enjoyed three more days with a great group and Nico, our guide, who was awesome as Anthony before. Visiting Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater was again a great experience. We knew we were camping which was actually nicer than expected. Our cook in Tanzania was also excellent and we enjoyed his food a lot!
All in all the budget trip was a perfect balance between seeing a lot for a price well worth it. If you are looking for luxury you should book a luxury private tour. In case you would like to see many different parks, animals and nature and meet other people this is highly recommended.
Thank you, Alphadean Tours and especially Jemimah!
