PT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience!!
As a traveler that is used to plan trips alone, I was skeptical about using a tour operator, but I can say it was worth the investment. Allison was INCREDIBLE and really helped me find the best options for our preferences. We spoke for weeks before the trip, she adapted the itinerary to what we wanted to do and the period we were staying. They helped us in getting a SIM card and in making last minute changes due to a delayed flight. I can’t recommend them enough! thank you for everything, Allison, and Lili.
BR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great attention to detail and amazing customised experiences
We had the most incredible safari experience in Tanzania with Viatu. It was our first time in Africa, and now we can't wait to travel there again! Our wildlife encounters were incredible and we learnt so much from the guides. We also had unique cultural experiences and learnt some Kiswahili.
Thanks a lot Simone and the whole Viatu team for this journey of a lifetime
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing tour, with an even amazing tour guide.
It was a great experience. I truly enjoyed my time; our guide was amazing! Will do again during a season where all the animals come out. Nevertheless, I enjoyed the tour and group.
Thanks for an enjoyable time!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
One Stop Safari tour operator who can fil all your needs and then some.
We just returned from a 15-day Uganda Safari with 2 x Gorilla trekking,1 x Chimp Habituation and 1 x Golden Monkey trekking. (Bwindi Forest)
Ngoni Safari was a great company to deal with from start to finish. Sedrick was quick to reply to emails and easy to work with. I would highly recommend their services for your next safari in Uganda. We had James as our driver/guide and he was fantastic! James took the time for our special requests and delivered. Including some great coffee to bring back home with us. The Gorilla and Golden Monkey trekking was difficult and took us approximately 5-6 hours to complete each one. Proper trekking shoes and clothing are recommended. Thank you, James and Ngoni Safaris for making this a memorable experience that we will cherish!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Serengeti Smile provides excellent service and communication, and I would choose them again
We spent nearly a month communicating with multiple travel agencies, and in the end, we chose Serengeti Smile based on our time, budget, and itinerary requirements. It turned out to be a fantastic decision. Prior to our departure, despite a five-hour time difference, Albert was always prompt in responding to our emails, adjusting our itinerary to our needs, ultimately crafting a perfect plan for us within our limited timeframe. This plan included a well-thought-out safari route and accommodations that met our expectations.
Our safari guide and driver, Kisali, were exceptional. His extensive knowledge of the savannah, wildlife, and Maasai culture left a lasting impression on us. Additionally, his driving skills, enthusiasm, punctuality, and overall demeanor were nothing short of praiseworthy. In summary, Serengeti Smile is a highly recommendable travel agency. Despite being a recently established small company, their service stands out and competes with any other travel agency out there.
MY
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour handled us was insightful, thoughtful and accommodating. They give best recommendations!
The tour was worth for the value for money. Brandon and his team was great, and even accommodate us and provide us different options when we need to lower down our budget. The alternative provided was beyond satisfactory. They were very friendly, and handled us in a very thoughtful manner when one of our activity got postponed due to the place itself. We were picked up slightly later than scheduled time for our first day, but the guide accommodated us by providing us extra time at the end. We also had trouble with change of plans as one of us had to do a detour and Brandon had patiently waited for one of our friends to arrive at the airport and transfer him safely and in timely manner to Umbkumbe. Please do the panoramic tour with them, cause their guides aren't just insightful on the safari, but also others and we truly enjoyed it! We ended up spending additional day with Elephant and Herd Tours. We couldn't have asked for better.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
*Very good value for money and a very professional operator*
We went on a budget safari with Beast Spoor in September and I have already recommended the company to all my friends! I went on the four day budget safari to Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru. We saw pretty much there is to see, and on the third day heading towards Nakuru, we stopped for a fun boat tour of Lake Naivasha (extra cost Ksh1500). You get your money's worth from the budget camps and hotels - very clean with hot water and comfortable beds. Couldn't have asked for anything more at the price I was paying during peak season.
My guide Alpha was very experienced and incredibly knowledgable. Alpha knows everything there is to know about game and did everything he could to bring us to see the Big 5. We saw tons of lions, elephants, rhinos, and a cheetah. He worked hard, solved minor logistical problems that came up, and managed our time effectively. Most importantly he was a safe driver over the long distances. Ask for him if you go on a safari with Beast Spoor!
Finally, the service from the Beast Spoor Safaris office in Nairobi was excellent. I had already been in Nairobi before booking, but full transportation was provided to and from my hotel, and I was even offered transportation back to the airport at no extra cost. I have to personally thank Grace at the office for dealing with everything that i asked for and making my booking process so smooth! I recommend the company to anyone looking for a safari in Kenya.
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Dependable
We took the 12 days Kenya and Tanzania Safari with Beast Spoor Safaris. From the 1st day of our safari, the company was very dedicated. They picked us up at the airport and took us to their office. We had booked a budget safari and the open van was very comfortable. You had an option of choosing to go with Land Cruiser at an added cost, but we were on a budget. The camping was very comfortable and the people were very welcoming. We had other tourists in the car because it was not a private safari, but it was okay because everyone was accommodating, and we socialized. We had so much fun and our guide was very friendly. He made sure we saw all the big five animals in the safari and took us nice pictures at Naivasha. The best part about the tour is when we got questions about our safari, we just sent tourist line an email and they would send us prompt responses! Overall communication is encouraged during the safari, and they delivered as per our expectations. The food was okay and my husband is vegetarian so we had to ask the camp manager to help us and he did. The weather was very warm at first, but it rained during our 3rd night; please carry both warm and cold garments for the safari. Make sure to have a yellow fever vaccination card because you will need it at the border. It takes time to verify the documents. The food in Tanzania was nice. Overall, the company really went out of their way to make sure we had what we needed, and everything turned out great. Our contact person was Kelvin, very kind and prompt! Our tour guides both in Kenya and Tanzania were very professional and well informed about all animals! We can definitely recommend beast spoor safaris and the team!.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Antionette Booyse was excellent!
Discover Africa,
Thank you for arranging such a wonderful vacation for us. Antionette Booyse was our representative. She arranged a perfect trip for us and stayed in contact with us.throughout our trip. We highly recommend her. We loved all the places we stayed and the transportation from the beginning of our trip to the end worked perfectly. All the people involved were very nice and helpful.
The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve was fabulous. The staff were very knowledgeable and nice. We could tell they really enjoyed their jobs and loved imparting their knowledge to us. We learned a lot from them. The service was excellent and the food was great. The game drives were fantastic. Their vehicles could go off the road and get close to the animals which we really enjoyed. There was a driver and a spotter who were very good and we saw a lot of wildlife we would have missed otherwise.
Kruger Shalati was very nice with excellent service and food. We loved staying in the train on the bridge. It was so cool to watch all the animals that came to the river from our train room on the bridge.
Victoria Falls Safari Club was also very nice with excellent service and food. We loved the sunset cruise and Victoria Falls tour. We also did a Chobe boat and land safari. The boat was a great way to see the animals in the water and on the banks of the river.
We have been telling all our friends about our trip since we returned. We have highly recommended Discover Africa and Antionette Booyse as the representative of choice, to people who want to do a similar trip. In fact we are thinking of doing another trip to the same places with a couple more family members who really want to go. When we decide on a date we will definitely be contacting you!
Thanks again for everything