PT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
What could have been a dream trip, ended a disaster
The wild life, the sun stets and sun rises, the scenery were spectacular. All this, that could have been the trip of our lives, was immediately reduced to a "not doable again", because of the following history. This was a 2 week trip to Zanzibar with a passage on Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Every days were scheduled, by the minute. The Safari was scheduled for 3 days and 2 nights. We were arriving at Arusha at 9 o'clock, and we were supposed to join a group for the safari. In the day after the safari, the agency called us, saying that we couldn't join the group, because we were arriving at 9 and it was not possible to delay the safari because of us. We were really disappointed because we had the written confirmation by the agency, and now it was not possible... We force them to get a solution for us because everything was planed, and at the time, nothing was possible. So we managed a solution with another jeep just for us, but we had to pay 800 dollars more for this solution. In the day we arrived at the airport, there was the guyed and the agency lady, that in the moment asked us for the money of the safari, and the extra money for the change that it was not our mistake, it was theirs. We pull out a credit card, and we were about to have another problem. The machine wasn't working and we had to go to the near bank, that it was a 50 minutes drive. So if were late at 9 we were late 3 hours more for this trip to the bank. At the bank we couldn't withdraw money in the bank, we had to do it form an ATM machine. we had to use the card 8 times to withdraw money and we paid 12 dollars of taxes more for each withdraw. It was an extra 300 dollars for the safari. After this we were really late to arrive at the park to set up the tent. The trip was a completely adventure, the pour guyed that showed us the park had to drive like mad to get to the park on time, we had to lunch during the drive, we had to stop to pick up our materials for the tent.
So we arrived at the park, and of course it was dark already. For our surprise and one more time the agency lied to us, we had to set up the tent instead of having dinner and have the tent prepared after it. After a dangerous travel by jeep, and a very quick but very taste dinner from our chef, we had to set up a tent. After this we sow that there were no wood beds for us, just like the ones we sow on the picture that the agency sent us before confirming the safari on tents. We sleep on a small mattress in the floor of the tent, that didn't had any time to clear the air inside of it, the smell was really bad. Despite all this in the next day we had to pick up and disassemble the tent for the 1st day in the safari, we were more tired than the day before. We visit Serengeti, and we enjoyed it very much, but of course we arrived at another park, where we saw all tourists with their tents set up, and we had to set up our tent once again and in the next day to disassemble it once again.
What could have been a dream trip ended up like a tiring one.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Urbema Safaris a Scam-Avoid
Urbema Safaris are a scam. When I arrived in Nairobi, I arranged a safari and made payment ($1100.00), only to be told by the shady owner Benard Orero that the lodge was full. It is over three weeks later, with multiple conversations with Benard Orero, and no refund. I’m having to file a criminal complaint with Kenyan National Police and charge it back through the bank. Avoid Urbema Safaris and Benard Orero at all costs.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I never thought my trip to Kenya would be so incredible until I met Wildside
Johnson and Wildside Kenya Safaris made my time in Kenya unforgettable.
First, Johnson helped me with a fantastic safari, then I spent 2 months living with him and his family and touring various eco-tourist and agricultural-tourism sites and events across Western Kenya. Johnson is a loving and caring host and businessman. You are sure to have an incredible experience - whatever you end up doing in Kenya. He is well connected and ensures top-quality experience and care. I would recommend Wildside to anyone wanting a local, culture-based tourist experience. I experienced and learned more in 2 months with hime and his family than anyone I could have imagined.
Thank you again Johnson.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything is very well organized and the communication is great.
It was an incredible safari. Everything was arranged very well. The accomodations were great and the safari guide was amazing.
We have seen everything what we wanted to see. We highly recommend Makasa as a tour operator.
Without Makasa the trip will be not the same.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Godwin is a fantastic safari guide and a great guy. I can't recommend him enough!
Our 5-day safari tour with Godwin was one of the best holiday experiences of my life. He was professional, extremely knowledgeable and even "talked" to the animals. He told us wonderful stories and imparted his African wisdom, which made for an even more enriching experience. We will definitely do another safari with Godwin and I would definitely recommend him and this company!
SV
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excelent
The safari was by far, more then what I expected.
Sylvester, the owner of the company was always abeilable and heping in what ever we need.
Charles, the guide, he loves animals and knows a lot of them.
He was always helpful and had the patience to let us learn how do animals think and live.
An excellent safari needs an excelent guide.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional Kenya Safari: Amboseli, Nakuru, Naivash, Masaai Mara, Nairobi
We loved our 1st Kenya/Africa safari trip! It was an experience of a lifetime. We would highly recommend Amazing Memories Safari to our friends/family & anyone else traveling to Kenya.
We loved our 1st Kenya/Africa safari trip! It was an experience of a lifetime. We would highly recommend Amazing Memories Safari to our friends/family & anyone else traveling to Kenya.
Anne Waithira was very professional & thorough. All the communication was very prompt and detailed. And the itinerary was very well laid out. Selection of lodges was great! It was wonderful to have the stay split into various places as we got to experience a wide variety! Staff was always very friendly & courteous.
Joseph Thuo, our Safari guide, was very nice, patient, funny, timely & knowledgeable. He made extra efforts to accommodate our likes & dislikes & went the extra mile! We loved that he loves the wildlife so much even after seeing it on a daily basis!
We saw many different animals on the safari thanks to him.
The wildebeest migration, breathtaking balloon ride, Giraffe feeding, wildlife at its best [esp. Lions, cheetahs], visiting Maasai village, staying in the stupendous lodges and gorgeous/expansive views along the way were some of our top favorites!
Note: Beware that the drives are long, dusty and bumpy. Washrooms enroute are not clean. Nothing can be changed on this front but good to be aware of it.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Life changing experiance!
We had a wonderfull experiance. Our driver David explaned everything perfect, he listend to our wishes. The places we slept were so Nice and also the people who worked there. Would recomend it to everyone!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip! The best experience ever! Beautiful pictures! Highly recommend
We loved our driver! Me and my fried like to take loads of pictures from differed angles! Our driver was very helpful and patient. He was always on time and we spent amazing time together! Highly recommended
Ngorogoro safari tour
Spent the day at the ngorogoro crater, amazing views and 5 star service. Provided with lunch and many hours or roaming the crater. Kwesa happy to tend to our specific needs regarding being picked up and timing. Would recommend to anyone!