50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
First class and utterly seamless from start to finish
Very difficult to put into words what we have experienced here in Tanzania. “Life changing” doesn’t even do it justice.
First, our safari company. Lion King Safaris did an incredible job in accommodating our every request - and there were many! Every email was answered promptly and professionally. We went into this trip with full expectations of lots of glitches along the way but there were NONE. Super happy with our choice and would highly recommend to anyone.
Next, our guide. GoodLuck (yes, that is his name :-) exceeded our expectations in every way. I could list hundreds of animals, including all the Big Five; that we saw up close and personal every day, seemingly effortlessly, but truly it was Good Luck and his tireless efforts that made it seem so. His breadth of knowledge about every single creature we encountered was astonishing, and his love for his country and its inhabitants - human and animal - shone through in 100 ways. We asked questions incessantly and he answered every one patiently and thoughtfully. He provided a true education of Tanzania, it’s animals, it’s people. Because of him I am walking away with a deep love and concern for this country that I don’t think I would’ve developed otherwise. I can only hope that we will meet again, in fact, it makes me profoundly sad to think that we may not.
As for accommodations:
Maramboi tented lodge, KubuKubu tented lodge, Lake Masek tented lodge we’re all PERFECT. The food, the staff, the grounds couldn’t have been better. To hear the giraffes, elephants, lions etc outside our “tents” (I use that word loosely - the accommodations were luxurious to say the least) was so special!
As for our last accommodation, Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge: It was over-the-top luxurious, literally the poshest hotel I’ve ever stayed in (and that’s saying a lot). The staff - especially Richardi, Tiesi, Ayisha, and Anna - were amazing. If you want a “Four Seasons” type experience, this place is for you. My one complaint is that Good Luck was not allowed to dine with us. Very disappointing.
To wrap this up: if you are reading this, don’t give it another thought. Just do it! And ask for - no, insist upon! – GoodLuck as your guide.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything worked flawlessly. Jackson and his team made us have an awesome time!
The safari was absolutely amazing. We really enjoyed all the trips and learned so many new things. The organization was flawless. Everything worked as aspected and even better! If we know someone who wants to travel to Tansania and wants to do a safari, we will absolutely recommend Jackson and his partners.
Thank you for this beautiful experience!
QA
Friendly, Professional welk informative.
Amazing experience. Something that I can take to my heart. Simon was extremely informative, always on time. Was flexible with our needs. Over all, a genuine person. Hotel lodges were clean and very nice. Staff were always pleasant. I highly recommend this trip to my family and Freunds. Great experience. Always a good idea to have on you, a good amount of local currency. ATMs and Card machines are bot always reliable. Thank you Simon and Ronald
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
An incredible experience that Lion King Adventure has given us with a 5-day, 4-night safari. Great accommodations and a charming and attentive guide. We managed to see the big 5, in summary a 100% recommended experience.
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IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great expedition
Went on mount Kenya, 3 days trip. Everything was setted and as planned.
Kind and qualified crew!
Thanks a lot
Lorenzo
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A good experiencia and nice animals
The landscapes, animals and all the experience was great with Dickson
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing ✨
Used Fine Bush for my first delta experience in 2020 for Qorokwe and I was hooked. Had to have them arrange another experience for December 2021 and I was mind blown still.
The agent was in touch with making my experiences awesome every step of the way, never leaving anything to chance or my asking/complaining! What I find even more amazing is that she made sure that she gets to know my preferences and that of my family and make suggestions accordingly.
I have come to rely on my agent even for business trips!
The agent is always there to receive me or see me off. The proactiveness is off the charts, ensuring that my trip is stress free, especially that I’m often traveling with my minor kids.
I most appreciate that the agent works within my budget and negotiating deals for me!✨
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
10/10 experience
Very professional and reliable company. The guide was absolutely amazing. He knows everything about animal behaviour, and how to spot animals and position the car. The food was always fresh and super delicious. He cook went above and beyond. I know that we had a much better experience than people going on safari at the same time.
RO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing the walking part of the tour in Arusha National Park
The tour is worth trying especially for the walking part in the Arusha National Park with the ranger (included) where there is great experience to literally walking g at meters aways from animals like giraffes or wildhogs. The rangers we had was awesome.
Highly appreciation as well for our tour guide/driver.
AT
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hyrax Safaris - honest and reliable
I used Hyrax Safaris for two day tours in Jan 2023.
The 1st tour was a custom-made tour for me where my driver, Ben, drove me all over Nairobi city so that I could see as much of the city as possible. We drove extensively in the CBD, passing all kinds of govt buildings, including residences (no photos allowed), past the old Central Railway Station, through the exclusive suburb of Karen, and finally making a stop at the War Cemetery (WWII). Then we went out to tour the tea and coffee plantations in the hills. A very good day and exactly what I had asked for.
My 2nd tour was a 4-hour game drive through Nairobi's National Park, again with Ben as my driver. No elephants, but they have just about everything else. One highlight was the lioness with her two 3-month old cubs, who walked right up to the jeeps. Another highlight was visiting the three mounds of ivory ashes, poached ivory burned by the govt. A third highlight was the tawny eagle sitting on a big lump of red meat near the road. He wasn't fazed by our arrival. You could NEVER get this close to an eagle in Europe.
Communications with Roselyne were fast and reliable, from home and on the spot. I even had time to visit her personally in her office in the Norwich Union house in Mama Ngina Street. As for Ben, he was a quiet and knowledgeable driver.
I can warmly recommend Hyrax Safaris to other tourists.