US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Serengeti National Park by Kellie Selwood
The landscape, animals and facilities were all excellent.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Ngorongoro Crater by Kellie Selwood
The landscape, animals and facilities were all excellent.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Breathtaking
I woke up the morning of the first day and I couldn't believe I was in Africa. This was a bucket list trip for me and my husband and I was not disappointed. Each and every day brought new animals, new beauty and new scenery into our lives. We used Safari Soles and our tour guide, Isaac, was absolutely amazing. His knowledge of the animals and his ability to find them was truly incredible. Our first stop was the Tarangire National park near Arusha and my first experience seeing giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, elephants, and baboons in the wild. They were not shy of us and "posed" for pictures readily. From there we headed to the Serengeti National Park where we spent most of our visit. The landscape was often stark but very beautiful and lots of interesting rock formations in addition to all the animals which I will not bore you with listing. We saw every animal I could think of. We did take the balloon safari and we did enjoy the view, but was hard to get good pictures of the animals from above. I would recommend doing that heartily, but just enjoy the flight and put pictures on the back burner - you'll enjoy it more. We finished our tour in the Ngorongoro Crater which was just as magnificent as I'd always envisioned. It had a large savannah area as well as lakes and waterways which were quite lush. Tons of animals in every location. We were even able to view, from a distance, the elusive rhinoceros! Overall, there were nice picnic areas and bathroom facilities at all the parks, well maintained, and in convenient locations which was very nice and unexpected. We even had the opportunity to share one of our bathrooms with a friendly local elephant. Our last day we went to Kilimanjaro and did a short hike (2-3 miles) to the Mashariki waterfall. The trail was a bit rough, but completely manageable even for older folks. The waterfall was beautiful and worth the hike. We did head over to the Chemka Hot Springs on our way back to Arusha, but we were there on a weekend when it was very crowded and we were disappointed that it was not a hot spring... just a beautiful cold spring. We did not take in much of the local culture as we had a tight schedule, but everyone we met on our trip was very friendly and we felt very safe. The roads inside the parks were bumpy, dirt roads, but were very well maintained and not as rough as we thought they would be. It was dry season when we went so it was very dusty. I can't say enough about our visit and if you have the opportunity to go, I would highly recommend it. I will never forget it.
SG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good country for great safari experience
So unreal to be so close to those wild animals.. once a life time experience! I strongly recommend!
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
6 out of 5 stars - amazing trip!
We were picked up at our hotel by Ernest right on time and started the drive to Amboseli. We had a short stop at a souvenir shop where it was also possible to go to the washroom. We arrived at Sopa Lodge for lunch and after lunch we went for a gamedrive before coming back again for dinner.
Sopa Lodge is a really nice Lodge, food was really great and staff was all very welcoming and kind. A special thanks to Papa who gave us the history of Hemmingways.
From pickup to dropoff Ernest was amazing. The drive to and from Amboseli was safe and efficient and the gamedrives were magical thanks to Ernest’s great driving and knowledge about the animals. Ernest knew everything there’s is to know and not even a bird was left out, which we loved! Ernest was welcoming and definitely a big part of why our trip to Amboseli was as amazing as it was! Thank you!
Would HIGHLY recommend to book your safari to Amboseli with Ernest!
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Heaven is an awesome tour operator who works to ensure his clients see everything and more.
From the time I signed on, I felt completely looked after. A summary was sent that documented everything we needed to know. What questions I had were answered promptly. We saw the big five, wildebeest migration and so many more animals from both the ground and air. The balloon Safari was amazing. I have one regret, and that is not knowing enough about Zanzibar Island, and possibly fitting it in at the end of my vacation.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the best countries to vote visit in afarica
We hired Danakil Depression Agency to do a private family tour to visit Ethiopia, combining domestic flights and 4WD car. Everything was very well organized, and the trip was very pleasant. The guides were very attentive and well prepared. The accommodations and logistics were perfect. Mickey is aware of all the details and you feel at all times that you are in good hands. The country is one of the most attractive in Africa and it is worth visiting the striking ethnic groups of the Omo Valley, the varied cultural heritage, especially the cities of the ancient kingdoms and the churches of Lalibela hewn in the rock and its special geography full of natural attractions and spectacular geological spaces.
CN
quick response. trustworthy.
A very pleasant trip and an extraordinary experience. Overall, the trip met our expectations, and the itinerary was consistent with what was agreed upon in advance. Chesi replied quickly and responded to our requirement in choosing the hotels. The deposit rate was lower compared to other travel agencies. It's worth noting that we had to pay an extra $90 per person upon arrival due to a park fee increase, despite booking one month in advance. Aside from that, everything was excellent.
The hotel matched the original booking, and our guide Richard（whose Massai name is Nkoile）was responsible and punctual in meeting us at the agreed locations. During the trip, we saw many animals, including all of the Big Five and four of the Ugly Five. We would miss the trip in the future.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tapestry of Africa: professionalism, care, and passion for a dream journey through Africa.
I discovered Tapestry of Africa Tours and Safaris by chance, through an online search, but from the first contact with Matt, the owner, I knew I'd found the perfect company to organize our honeymoon in Africa. Matt was immediately kind, helpful, and attentive to every detail, instilling a sense of trust and professionalism that continued throughout the trip. After finalizing the itinerary and quote together, I began speaking with Hilda, who proved to be simply fantastic. Always available (at any time!), sweet, precise, and always ready to answer any of my questions—sometimes I truly felt like she never slept! She took care of every detail, making organizing the trip easy, enjoyable, and worry-free.
Our 7-day safari in Kenya was something we'll never forget. We stayed at incredible camps: Mutara Camp, Elewana Sand River Masai Mara, and The Cliff, each more spectacular than the last. All immersed in nature, with top-notch comforts and a welcome that made us feel pampered at every moment.
Knowing it was our honeymoon, the Tapestry of Africa team had plenty of special surprises in store for us: a bottle of champagne at each new camp, a massage overlooking the savannah, a romantic dinner in the bush under the stars, a hot air balloon flight, and even a walking safari. Every day a new experience awaited us, and every detail was designed to make us experience something unique.
Sincere thanks to Albert, who welcomed us and meticulously arranged all our transfers, and to Peter, our driver: kind, punctual, and incredibly knowledgeable. Despite our difficulties with English, he always managed to make himself understood with a smile and a contagious passion for Kenya's nature and wildlife. Thanks to his experience, we were able to see every animal.
After the safari adventure, we moved on to Zanzibar for seven days, where we stayed at the magnificent Zuri Zanzibar, one of the most beautiful resorts on the island. Here, too, everything was perfectly organized, a perfect conclusion to a trip that could only be described as "dreamy."
In short, Tapestry of Africa Tours and Safaris exceeded our every expectation. It's rare to encounter such a professional, genuinely kind, and caring team.
A heartfelt thank you to Matt, Hilda, Albert, and Peter for making our African dream a reality, filled with emotions, smiles, and memories that we will cherish forever. ❤️
If you're thinking of going on a safari or a trip to Africa, look no further: trust Tapestry of Africa Tours and Safaris. They'll guarantee you an authentic, safe, and unforgettable experience, just like ours.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional
We worked with Anton at Ongeri Expeditions to help us create our dream East Africa trip! We gave him a rough idea of our dates, activities, and destinations we had in mind. He created a fabulous starting itinerary from which we had many zoom calls to help tweak the outline to be perfect. When the trip finally came it went off without a hitch and we truly had the trip of a lifetime. We're incredibly grateful for Anton and his passion, flexibility, and knowledge that made it all happen. We would certainly use Ongeri again and will be recommending them to our friends and family. Thank you again, Anton!