DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome!
Best trip of my life.
In May 2021 I decided to travel to Namibia with my best friend despite Covid. We were not only enthusiastic about this beautiful country with its endless expanse and contrasts, but also about the incredibly good organization of SWA Safaris. It was perfectly planned, from rental car to accommodation to transfers to excursions. They managed to combine all our wishes in this trip and even exceeded. We instantly decided that we will go to Namibia again, but only with SWA. No matter what is desired, these nice people can create a unique trip for everyone! Thanks very much!
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply Amazing
Our 5 Day Private Lodge Safari with Suricata was simply amazing! Everything from A to Z was perfect. Thanks to Hillary and his Team for organizing all! Special thanks to our guide Vincent who was fantastic. He definitely went the extra mile and was the perfect guide for us!
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent
Ronald at Kajie Safaris customized this trip to make it everything I could have dreamed of - trekking for chimps, mountain gorillas (4 different locations) and golden monkeys in the gorgeous highlands of Uganda. The lodges he chose were absolutely wonderful, as was the food. Ugandans were incredibly hospitable, and at the hopeful end of this time of covid, I felt safe at all times. Ronald is an amazing guide - knowledgeable, kind, great sense of humor, and good taste in music. I’ve been home for two days and already dream of returning.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari Experience with friendly staff and perfect accomodation
The Safari was an amazing experience. We saw all of the big 5 and many more animals. Our guide explained everything we wanted to know about the animals, culture, country etc.
The accomodation were great. One night in a beautiful lodge and two nights in a tent. This was really exciting. Food was good and the staff so lovely and helpful.
Always again with suricata safari.
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tanzanian tour operator with fantastic value for money
I can fully recommend 7 Wonders Safaris as a tour operator for both group and private safaris.
My route was Tarangire-Manyara-Serengeti-Ngorongoro (6-days group) and LakeEyasi-LakeNatron (3-days private). Accommodation in tents. What I found particularly great:
1. Our driver Reuben and our cook Kevin were both excellent. Especially Reuben went above and beyond to make sure we see what we want (we did lots of early morning safari drives, had some fantastic safari moments). Also, I had an additional guide at Lake Natron (Moses) who was great.
2. Overall, the safari was well organized with nothing to worry as a participant. E.g. one of our group had to take a PCR test for traveling and that was very well organized while in Serengeti.
3. I had a briefing before and a review session after the trip with 7 Wonder management --> they are really concerned about feedback and are keen to always improve
4. Overall, really great value for money!
In terms of destinations, I can recommend all places except Lake Eyasi (to my taste too much "cultural zoo", not really an authentic encounter with locals). On the other hand, Lake Natron is a fantastic experience, make sure you get some hiking in (e.g. up the Rift Valley Wall or up Ol Doinyo Lengai).
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing and unforgettable experience
It was our first Safari and also our first trip to Africa. The booking process was easy, Paul answered our questions promptly and we never felt like we were being pushed or "sold" anything. All interactions were very friendly and professional. The fluent level of english of everyone involved really made communication very easy.
We were quite impressed with the organization of the whole tour. Everything was carefully planned along with options and fallbacks. Every lodge had WiFi, porters, great breakfast choices and an easy check-in process. The car had 4WD, radio, shovel (which wasn't needed) and the driver really knew his way around the car. There were also device chargers, binoculars, a bluetooth speaker and a fridge available.
We were extremely happy with our driver guide — James — as he made us feel safe, comfortable and informed throughout the whole time showing deep knowledge of Tanzania, wildlife and and driving skills. This man had 15 years of experience and sharp vision that could spot wildlife that we wouldn't otherwise notice. He also went out of his way several times to give us access to animals and wildlife situations we would otherwise miss. We witnessed a live predator chase around our car, had a family of cheetas feasting just outside under our window, resting baby lions almost within touch distance and we were right in the middle of a family of elephants crossing the road. We left feeling very grateful for James.
After the end of the Safari we travelled to Zanzibar to have the most relaxing time ever.
We are very happy to have made this trip and would definitely LOVE to do it again!
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Tour Operator for Camping Safaris (Group & Private)
Alphadean Tours and Safaris is an excellent tour operator for safaris in East Africa. They operate their own safaris in Kenya and work with trusted partners in other countries, e.g. Tanzania. I booked a 9-days safari with them through Tanzania (Manyara, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Eyasi, Lake natron) and must say that I was fully happy with my experience. Key positive points for me were:
(1) the sales coordinator Jemimah is EXTREMELY responsive and puts a lot of effort in to make sure you get the tour you want;
(2) they have departures almost every day which makes it easy to join a tour;
(3) compared to other operators, this agency has a very good value for money;
(4) they were pretty flexible in how the safari is organised, e.g. I joined a group for 6 days and had a 3-day private safari directly ensueing.
All in all, can really recommend Alphadean!! Again, Jemimah is really a very great asset they have, she answered every day (incl. Christmas!) at every hour within a short time!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very helpful and patient.
This company provided a good value service for the safari holiday that we wanted to go on. They are well organised and took the time necessary to make this work. I would recommend them
HU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best journey of our life
It was the best journey in our family's whole life. We were with two little children (2,5 and 4,5 years old) and firstly we can't find safari tour who are able to organise safari for as young children. But we had contacted the leader Emmanuel and he made me know everything about the safari.
The driver (David) was very polite and he knows everything about the circle of life of the National Park and Conservation Area. He always ask about the children are OK or not. We have a lot of good hot dishes during the whole safari, It was nice to have a picnic in that area. The driver always know where we are supposed to go in order to see the wildlife. We have seen almost the big five (except Leopard), but the best moment of the safari was that one male and one female lions layed under our jeep in Ngorongoro Crater. It was very-very avesome.
The Lodges was great first night was in the Serenity Hereditary Lodge in a well-suited five stars camp in the middle of the Serengeti National Park. The second night was in the Serena Lodge which has a great view to the Ngorongoro Crater It was avesome to see the animals from the bed.
Everything was really professional and we have the best time in that journey.
under20 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The tour operator knew exactly what he was doing and was an exceptional driver and your guide.
Shayona Safari and tours were amazing. The booking and communication was very smooth and the services they provided were of top quality. They gave us the best price we could ask for and the safari was even better.