20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari Experience
We had a perfect 7 day safari with Lion Riders, visiting Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara.
Our guide, Johnson, was extremely friendly and kind and ensured we had an unforgettable experience. He is very knowledgeable and has lots of stories to share, both about the wildlife and culture. He also has an incredible ability to spot animals from a great distance, meaning we got to see all of the animals we were hoping to (including two sightings of leopards, which are very good at hiding!). We always got the best spot for sightings, including the perfect viewpoint to watch the wildebeest crossing the Mara River during the migration. Johnson also found great positions for us to take photos of the sunrise and the animals.
All of the lodges Johnson recommended were brilliant too, and the 4x4 was comfortable.
We were very well looked after throughout the week and would highly recommend Johnson and Lion Riders to anyone! :)
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
"Awesome"
My friend and I are back from a 12-day trip with Hekima Safaris - a climb of Kilimanjaro (Lemosho route) and a 5 day safari, with a few rest and travels days mixed in. I can say without any hesitation whatsoever that this was a trip of a lifetime and that we picked the right travel company with which to entrust all of the details.
Picking a travel company for a Kilimanjaro trek requires a leap of faith - they are mostly local companies without any brand recognition. I found Hekima Safaris through my own research, and they quickly won my confidence. The sales manager who fielded my initial inquires, Richard, is simply extraordinary- helpful, thorough, responsive, and professional without being pushy. Long after we committed to this trip, Richard was my primary point of contact, and I am very grateful for all of his help. Every question about everything- packing, logistics, preparation- Richard was my go to person and he always got me the information I needed. Thank you Richard and of course the owner Mopoo (Eli :)!
Our lead mountain guide and his team were likewise excellent- the mountain guides, cooks, porters, you name it- every last person we dealt with excelled at their job and was committed to our safety, well being and comfort every step along the way. Richard and his team did a great job of communicating with us, and likewise keeping the mood upbeat. Make no mistake about it, this is a serious trek, but this team of professionals got us both to the summit and back- we are very grateful for the entire team for leading us through it all!
A tip for those considering this trip- get the private toilet. The public toilets at the campsites and heavily used, potentially a long, cold walk from your tent and generally disgusting. The private toilet is a small price to pay for sanitary conditions.
On the safari, our guide Maulid and Ambrosia was outstanding. They seems to know everything about everything out there! They are very personable and was really committed to making sure they tailored each day to fit our needs. We very much enjoyed his company on the long, bumpy rides across the 3 parks we visited. They are dedication to us on this trip- our safety, comfort and enjoyment- is a tribute to they are skills as guides.
Finally, all of the hotels booked through Hekima Safaris were great, and also a shout out to the drivers who seamlessly transferred us from place to place Ambrosia :-). Hekima has a real 'spirit of customer service' that is evident in every interaction we had with everyone before, during and after the trip.
In closing, I simply cannot say enough good things about Hekima and the trip in general- thanks to everyone who made it happen.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional, I would definitely hire them again EXCELLENT
A magnificent and wonderful experience. I would definitely repeat the safari we did to Mikumi Park with them. A 10 in everything, from the beginning, everything was great, the communication with Lenard to advise us was very good, he responds very quickly to WhatsApps and emails. Everything on the safari was perfect, very punctual, very serious and very well organized, the safari guide and the taxi that took us to the park were very professional. We are very happy and I am sure that if we return to Tanzania I would call you again to hire your services. Thank you Lenard for caring at all times.
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DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good informations, easy payment, really accommodating Organisation
We booked a 3-Days Tour to Queen Elizabeth and Mburo National Park. The Organisation was really accommodating with Pick-Up at our Cottages in Masaka, good time table for the activities and drop of at Kampala included in a fair price. Thanks to EBS for the great experience.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Totally uncomplicated, organized and nice.
Had a 3 day safari through Queen Elizabeth and Mburo National Park. Our safari guide Shafik gave us wonderful insights into the African wilderness and we were able to see many different animals. Highly recommended!
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DE
An excellent tour with breathtaking discoveries.
It was a very good tour. We first spent two days driving through Queen Elisabeth Park and saw lions, gazelles, buffalo, crocodiles, hippos and so much more. The second day included a boat tour in the park. This is highly recommended. We saw at least 70 elephants and countless hippos. On the third day we went back and visited Mburu Park. Giraffes and zebras are the highlights here.
The tour bus is very modern and even has a refrigerator.
Overall it is highly recommended.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
cool guy who knows a lot and gives everything to make you have a good time
The safari exceeded all expectations. We had a wonderful time with our tour guide and friend Shafik.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, experimented and nice
Our safari organized by Serengeti Wakanda was just an unique and amazing experience !
We were lucky to be guided by Andrew and we really want to thank him for sharing his experience and knowledges with us during this perfect week.
We loved every moment. It was my dream forever and now I can say that my dream came true thanks to Serengeti Wakanda and Andrew.
Moreover, it was great to do the safari with Andrew because he speaks French so I had an even better experience.
Thank you so much and Wakanda forever !
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible safari experience with our guide Andrew from Wakanda Safari tour
This has been the most, or at least one of the most extraordinary experience my girlfriend and I ever had.
Our guide, Andrew was incredible throughout this trip and made sure we had the best time possible. He knows the parcs and especially the serengeti by heart, is very knowledgeable about the parcs and the animals and always have very interesting stories. He is also extremely gifted to see animals we'd have missed without him. 1000 thanks to him.
Don't hesitate to ask for him personally for the best experience possible! (And if you want a french speaking guide).
Thank you Andrew and Wakanda Safari tour !
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Well organised and very attentive to clients requests
We had a great experience doing the Gorilla Trekking in Uganda. Freka helped us book the tour seamlessly and Farouk our Tour Guide was great on ground from day one. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to make their Gorilla Trekking dreams come true!