50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding mobile camping trip to Botswana with an exceptional safari guide.
I'm used to sorting travel independently but chose to use an agent for this trip to the Okavango delta region. I couldn't get what I wanted from some 'big name' agents so turned to Kingfisher. What a fantastic decision that was. Kingfisher are small but hugely knowledgeable and responsive. Martin was a bush pilot in Botswana and Pilot (the Botswanan Guide) is probably one of the top two or three guides in the country. The 9 night mobile camp trip utilised camp sites only available to Botswana Guides Association members and they were in superb locations with just one group per site - so you really were 'in the bush'. The tents were comfortable with bucket showers and long drop loos. The food was excellent and the staff hugely willing and friendly. All the game drives were in a well converted Toyota Landcruiser. Pilot was an exceptional guide with superb tracking skills and a deep knowledge of the parks and the animals that meant that time and again we arrived in the right place at the right time - it was not by chance. Having found a Cheetah one morning Pilot said - we'll go to that termite mound as he'll stop there... And he did. No zoom lens needed. This was a case of an experienced professional guide adding huge value to anything we could have done on our own. In terms of booking and organisation Martin was responsive and patient and the pricing seemed very fair. On the ground everything ran smoothly and the transfers after the trip to and from Vic Falls were professional and comfortable.
I will be using Kingfisher and Pilot again for any adventure we plan for sub-Saharan Africa. They have a local knowledge that will turn any trip into something extraordinarily special.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing and highly recommended!
My mother and I went for a girls trip to Masai Mara National Park. We stayed at Loyk Mara Luxury Camp for 5 days and 4 nights. Overall it was the most amazing experience we’ve ever had! Our Tour guide, Charles Lepatoiye, was exceptional! He worked so hard for us to have the best experience possible! First of all he was a great navigator and driver, he made even the bumpy roads feel pleasant. Secondarily he was great at spotting and animal tracking. We saw the big five and so many more animals! Furthermore he had so much knowledge about different species, Masai culture and much much more! He spoke fluent English, Swahili as well as Maa (Masai language). He had a great sense of humor and told us many interesting stories and made such an effort in order for us to have a comfortable travel! We are overwhelmed by his efforts and feel like we’ve gotten a new friend! We will be coming back and when we do there’s only one guide we would want, Charles!
IE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent customer service and enjoyable experience
The communication was excellent and hassle free from the very beginning.
We enjoyed the safari and the driver was really attentive to spot the big 5.
Overall a nice experience and definitively would like to do it again.
EG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Encounter Africa Safaris Made our Trip Easy
Encounter Africa Safaris have planned our trip from A to Z just like how we wanted it to be. They are extremely flexible, understanding and have planned an itinerary that catered to our needs. They have taken all our requests seriously and we loved how all the lodges were informed with our requests. I have to say it was one of the easiest trip to plan all because of them. I am definite I will be visiting Uganda again one day and I will be doing it with Encounter Africa
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Tailor made once in a lifetime adventure!
We had an absolutely incredible time in Botswana on a 9 night tented safari. From start to finish everything was perfect, Pilot our guide was one of the nicest people you will ever meet and he worked tirelessly to make our trip so enjoyable. We were blessed with big cat sightings on nearly every drive, a highlight watching a leopard chase a cheater away from its kill! Pilot was hugely knowledgeable and always seemed to know exactly where to position the jeep for the best sightings, the animals seemed to simply walk right over to us! The food at camp was delicious, we all wish we could have taken the cook home with us to the UK.
All the airport transfers ran very smoothly and the entire trip was hassle free. We hope to be back in the near future.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great budget safari
I was planning a trip to Africa on a pretty short notice with some tight scheduling requirements, and Bujo was one of the few tour operators that worked with my schedule! Specifically, I was coming in early in the afternoon, and had two full days before starting my Kilimanjaro trek, and Bujo was one of the few operators that offered me any sort of activity when I landed. He was able to organize a solo night safari to Lake Manyara, which was quite interesting! The other two days I did Tarangire and Ngorongoro crater as a group safari, which were quite interesting. Being a budget safari, I stayed in a camp near Lake Manyara, which was actually quite reasonable and nice, with a whole glamping tent for myself with locks, mosquito netting, beds, etc., as well as showers and provided meals. The group tours were in a shared Toyota Land Cruiser and were quite fun (though the boxed lunches were only okay). Bujo was very responsive throughout, and all logistics were very smooth, including airport pickup and hotel drop off at the end. Highly recommended!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great Service - Personal attention and Good value for money
Since 2012 November I have been a customer of Skylax Safaris. Staff at Skylax give that personal attention and recommendation that always has turned out to be good value for money without compromising on safari experience. Tour guide, vehicle and services from the booking office till you are dropped back at your doorstep is amazing. Unlike some operators working with random pool of guides and vehicle; Skylax has a set team who are committed in giving the best of Kenya when you visit and take safari with them. I strongly recommend Skylax and wish good luck in their endeavors.
PL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The greatest adventure in my life
I spent 5 days on a private safari organised by Marco Polo. I had been searching for the best offer and finally I found it. The guide Michael was excellent, he knew everything about all animals and plants as well. He was also very puntual and very kind and friendly. My son and me stayed in Saltlick Sarova, AA lodge in Amboseli, Ngulia in Tsavo West and Voi safari lodge in Tsavo East. Must see parks
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great company to travel Uganda and Rwanda
Thanks to Teresa for organizing our trip through Uganda - we had a great time! She was very responsive and accommodating, finally putting together a comprehensive program for us. We enjoyed spending our time with our guide Donna, who is professional, knowledgeable and a good driver. The lodges chosen were great (apart of point 1 below), with the food being one of the highlights - all of it very delicious! Thanks also to Donna for showing us local food on the drives between National Parks. Our Safari Land-cruiser was in great condition and clean. We did not encounter any issues with permits and reservations (unlike fellow travelers we met on the trip with other companies) and everything was handled to the highest service standards.
We can recommend Wild Jungle Trails Safaris - very professional and reliable!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Experience
We were in Vic Falls on a business trip and while having some time off we decided to do some sightseeing. The hotel recommended that we contact Simon, the owner of Africa Beast Safaris. Simon was very knowledgeable in listening to our requests and recommending what he thought would fit our schedule and suit our likes. We ended up booking a sunset cruise and he picked us up in person from the hotel, having us at the boat ahead of time to book the best seats in the house. We had a wonderful experience and wouldn't think twice about booking another trip with Simon when visiting Vic Falls next time.
Africa Beast Safaris comes highly recommended, thank you Simon.