35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Gold Mine of a Tour
My family and I used Lucas’ company on a week-long trip through Tanzania, and what an excellent choice that was. Lucas’ familiarity with the local areas and the staff at every location ensured that we were safe and cared for at every turn. This is not only great from a safety perspective (rains in the Serengeti almost stranded us, but Lucas’ superb driving skills saved the day), but also ensures that you will have updated knowledge about where animals are in real time. Simply, Luca is so personable, fellow guides and locals want to work with him.
He also remembered our personalized interests and would go out of his way to ensure we saw things and went places tailored to those interests. Additionally, this man can identify ANY plant and animal that you might ask him about, and has an astounding knowledge of the entirety of the Serengeti. Given how incredibly vast the Serengeti is and how many animals and plants are there, having a guide who has essentially memorized the entire park and all that it contains is an absolute gold mine.
I highly recommend booking with Lucas for your African adventures—you will have the adventure of a lifetime. Thank you, Lucas!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Authentic and friendly operator, who is always willing to help
Deo is a great guy. He is always willing to help, even with special wishes. He proactively tried to build a trip, that suits our needs and we enjoyed it a lot. Even if things do not go to plan, he is there to find a solution. We had a great time with one of the experienced guides he works with, who brought us to Mikumi and Ruaha National Park on a 5 day Safari trip. We were happy to feel like supporting a local tour operator aswell as local businesses on our trip, that were selected thoughtfully by deo. Also the price felt very reasonable in general.
We already recommended "Trvl with Deo" to fellow travellers and will continue to do so.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
You explain roughly what kind of (custom) trip you would like to make, and they make it happen
Booked devil's pool and a game drive in Mosi-oa-tunya with Priscilla in Vanaway's office in Livingstone. I wanted to do a longer game drive than the ones i saw being offered everywhere, so we made a custom plan together for that game drive with experienced and friendly guides. Everything was planned well with no hick ups and for any questions i could always reach out and I would get a reply within minutes. Since it all went smoothly and i enjoyed it a lot, I also booked a multi day stay in a lodge in Kafue national park from Lusaka later on my trip, including game drives and river cruises. This too was organized well, including help with transportation by public bus from/to Kafue. Im very happy with how it all went down and would book with Vanaway again if i return to Zambia :)
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Best Ranger Guide ever !
I live in South Africa but in early January, I was hosting three friends from the UK and usually I love nothing better than to self-drive my friends around Kruger personally. However, due to the exceptional humid weather at the time, our sightings were not as impressive as usual, and we decided it was time to bring in the experts, otherwise known as Elephant Herd Safaris. We immediately connected with our guide Bheki, who made a bold statement early on that he would find us the big five. All we can say, is that he kept his promise to us and more ... he was extremely polite and shared his in-depth knowledge the whole day. We also enjoyed him sharing some of his own personal family stories. I would highly recommend this company and Bheki especially, although something tells me - all of their guides are just as good!
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trust Ecological Adventures for your safari
This was the second safari we have been on with EA….the first being in 2008. Brian Mengoriki and his staff know the land, the animals, birds, flora and the relationship between. And this knowledge is used to give an excellent trip.
Our safaris with them were a blend of luxury camps and mobile tented camps…blended together and each suited for the local environment.
This is a family business that you can TRUST to give you a memorable safari that you will want to repeat….we did
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing! Naseeb knew all of the best places and where to go.
Naseeb is very knowledgeable and knows just about everything in Uganda. The service was great and always on time. This was one of my best trips and it was definitely on the cheaper side compared to other companies. I will definitely use Naseeb Safaris again.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing once in a lifetime adventure with Suricata Safaris
We had an amazing 6 day private safari trip with Suricata Safaris. Couldn’t have asked for a more experienced and fun guide. We had Ezekiel who is able to spot animals from a mile away and went out of his way to make sure we saw plenty of wild life. We saw 31 lions, 8 cheetas, 3 rhinos, 1 leopard and many more. Food was delicious and plentiful. My favourite accomodation was the Suricata Bome Lodge. It was new and beautifully designed. Highly recommend going with Suricata Safaris!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized Mount Kenya tour with a lovely team
We had a great time doing the 4-day hike to Mount Kenya. Patrick helped us with everything beforehand and was always quick at answering! He dropped us off at the Sirimon gate where we met with the guide and the porters. From the beginning, everyone made sure we had everything we needed. They told us about the area, cooked delicious meals for us and gave us advice when necessary! Overall a great trip!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator delivered flawless service, creating unforgettable honeymoon memories.
What an incredible experience Discover Africa Safaris provided during our recent honeymoon adventure. From the moment we began planning with your team, to the final moments of our journey, every aspect exceeded our expectations.
First and foremost, the level of professionalism and expertise demonstrated by your staff was exceptional. From helping us craft the perfect itinerary to ensuring every detail was meticulously arranged, we felt confident and well-supported throughout the entire process.
The accommodations selected for us were nothing short of extraordinary. Each lodge and camp exceeded our expectations, offering luxurious comfort combined with breathtaking views of the African landscape. It truly felt like a dream come true to wake up to such beauty every morning.
Of course, the heart of our experience lay in the safari adventures themselves. Words cannot adequately express the awe and wonder we experienced as we ventured out into the wilderness, guided by your knowledgeable and passionate team of guides. From witnessing the majesty of elephants roaming freely to the thrill of spotting elusive big cats, every moment felt like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Moreover, the attention to detail in every aspect of our journey did not go unnoticed. From the delicious meals served under the African sky to the warm hospitality extended to us by every staff member we encountered, we felt truly cared for and valued as guests.
Overall, our honeymoon with Discover Africa Safaris surpassed all expectations and will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you for creating memories that we will cherish for a lifetime and for allowing us to experience the magic of Africa in such a profound and meaningful way.
Thanks to Discover Africa Safaris and to Antoinette Booyse.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Goes above and beyond so you have the absolute best experience!
I can't say enough amazing things about Lights on Africa. From the moment we landed to our final goodbye, we were very well taken care of. All of our accommodations were wonderful and the staff were so personable. Peniel went above and beyond for our group. Everyone that checked their luggage ended up without it for a minimum of 3 days. Peniel went to the airport every day to pick up their bags and make sure they were delivered as soon as possible. I also can't say enough about how awesome our guides were. I personally had Ray as our group driver and he was absolutely the best. He was always having conversations with everyone in our vehicle, answering any questions we had, very knowledgeable about everything, and always got us the best angles for the best pictures. When anyone, even with a different safari company, had any problems he was the first guy to stop and help. Really a top notch guy! Thank you Lights on Africa for the most amazing experience in Tanzania. I can't wait to go back!