AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly and accomodating operator trying to fullfill all our wishes.
Our experience with Crater Explorer was very good. The communication with Emanuel the owner was always swift and to the point and very convenient via email. Upon arrival he explained us the details of the tour again and asked for any additional wishes.
The guide on our Safari was Frank - a freelance guide which is very common in Tanzania. He was extremely knowledgeable, always friendly, accomodating our wishes and fun. Everything was as expected by the tour description upfront. The Jeep was comfortable with a rooftop to pop open.
The accomodations were good - clean and spacious rooms, local food mostly as buffet for breakfast and dinner and a warm lunchbox every day on safari. Only on our first and last night in Arusha it was a B&B where we paid for dinner which was very affordable.
All in all a great value for money and we would definetely do it again!
The tour we did was starting with 1 night in Arusha upon arrival, 1 day Tarangire NP with a sleep over at Karatu Farm of Dreams Lodge, 2 nights in Serengeti Heritage Camp with the first day being a half day game drive en route passing by Ngorongoro Crater Rim and half day Southern Serengeti game drive. The second day in Serengeti was a full day game drive in central Serengeti. 1 day in Ngorongoro Crater floor and 1 day cumtural experience visiting the Hadza, Daatoga and Maasai tribe. After 1 night in Arusha we went to see the Materuni waterfall and a coffee tour. Upon request Emanuel also organized a hotel for our last night in Tanzania before going to the airport the following morning.
We saw tons of wild animals - all the big 5. Definetely a great tour for 5 days!
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very friendly, professional people and they know what to recommend
We’ve had an amazing time in Kenia thanks to Jemmy Safari’s. Everything was very clear when we were booking and they made sure everything was alright. We almost never had any troubles and if we thought there were any, Jemmy Safaris was ready to help us right away and always came with the best solutions. This is a business run by the most capable, reliable and friendly people. We now recommend their services to all of our friends and family and definitely would recommend to anyone who is interested in an amazing experience in the beautiful scenery’s of Kenia.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely Amazing, Exceptionally Facilitating!
Absolutely Amazing and Facilitating!
Where do I begin? Safari with AxisAfrica was so much fun! We stayed at Lenchada Camp, which was so welcoming, and met all of our needs. The food and service was very good. Our Safari guide was John, who was equally brilliant and ensured that we go to see the Big 5, up close and personal!
Now the part that AxisAfrica did the best, was being facilitating and helpful. Unfortunately on the second night of Safari, I fell unwell with a severe migraine. In the morning, we were due to begin the 7 hour journey to Lake Nakuru for day 3 and 4 of the Safari. However, the very second sat in the car, I vomited. I knew I would not be able to make the journey. So I asked our guide John, whether there was any scope for my husband and I to forgo the rest of the Safari, and just stay at Lenchada camp, and then make our own way to the airport the next day. We explained that we would be happy to pay for any extra costs associated with this. AxisAfrica stated that they were happy to arrange for us to continue to stay at Lenchada camp for the night, and that they would arrange our transfer to the airport the next day, at no extra charge! This was super nice of them, considering we changed our plans at the very last second! This meant a lot to me, as I was understandably very upset at being so physically unwell, and the worry of having to do a 7 hour journey scared me. However, AxisAfrica were so facilitating and ensured that I remained comfortable no matter what.
Honestly, do not hesitate to book with AxisAfrica. They are absolutely brilliant! The campsite is amazing, as are the guides, alongside the office staff who are impeccable at quick communication.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Cuckoo delivered a well organized tour with amazing memories.
I booked with Cuckoo Safaris after reading positive reviews. I’ll add mine to them. Incredible days in Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana in the company of friendly, knowledgeable guides. The game drives and boat excursions were great with numerous animal encounters. The Oct weather warm temps and clear skies. I’m glad it was off season. The game drive trails were not so full of vehicles and the river not congested with boats as I’ve heard it can be. Plus it’s dry season and the animals must visit the river to drink. Amazing to watch. I added a day trip to Impalila Island, Namibia to get the passport stamp. It’s a very simple little village of mud and stick houses. Not shops of any kind, women selling woven baskets. Loved Africa.
Good communication pre and post tour? Yes
On time? Yes
As advertised? Yes
Value for the money? Yes
Left happy? Big Yes
AT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding Safari
Our tour guide was unbelievable. We saw so much and rare animals. Really great!!! All of the people were really nice!!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Competent, professional and trustworthy tour operator
We would like to thank Halima for organising our tour so well. She was with us all the way from contacting us through the booking process and even on the trip, making sure we were comfortable and able to enjoy the safari to the full. She was always attentive, professional and extremely welcoming. I'm sure the other staff at Connected African Safaris are also very good, but we can highly recommend Halima. Many thanks to Halima and Connected African Safari!
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We dreamed of it, Tanzania Specialist did it !
We can only add our praise to all those already written. Preparation of our stay very well carried out by Chantal and good exchanges with her colleagues when our main contact had to be absent.
This trip that we have dreamed of for a long time was a total success: all perfect accommodation, each in their own style. Teams always taking care of us. Our adorable guide, Hema, more than fulfilled his mission. In a good mood, he allowed us to discover such extraordinary landscapes and see such a large number of animals that we had the impression of having had the chance to encounter all the fauna that makes up the savannah and these Tanzanian parks so wonderful.
We particularly appreciated the mutual assistance that exists between the Tanzania Specialist driver guides, both to enable us to arrive at sites where the Big Five and others were located and to help each other in the event of small problems on the road. . In addition, they are all resourceful and resolve certain problems that can arise with ease. Hakuna matata...it's not an illusion!
In short, we can only recommend Tanzania Specialist who deserves its name well.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Just wonderful
We booked our Namibia Tour 2023 through African Wanderer Tours + Safaris, which was perfect. The contact with Hanneke was always very warm from the beginning to the end, and the information and suggestions made me want more. A video travel plan a good 14 days before the start of the trip was awesome. The route, the accommodations and our guide, Karin Lühl, were brilliant. A pretty information bag with additional small gifts rounds off the whole thing nicely during the safari. Thanks for everything, Hanneke, and the next safari will 100% go through African Wanderer Tours + Safaris. Thanks!!
Fantastic Service from JT Safaris
This was probably one of the most memorable holidays I have ever had, thanks to the detail and organisation by Julius and his team. I had previously sourced quotes from some UK travel companies, but these were all for shared, small group safaris. I really wanted a private safari and, after a lot of research, I decided to contact JT Safaris. To my surprise, Julius provided me with a quote for a private safari in the Masai Mara and a beach stay in Diani at much less than the previous quotes for the shared safaris. This included all internal flights, transfers etc so all we had to do was arrange our flights to Nairobi. Initially I was a little sceptical at booking something that I knew very little about but I was reassured by other reviews. At times communication was a little slow but I have since learnt that this is just how things are in Kenya - the internet can be intermittent and Julius is a busy man. Do not worry if he doesn't get back to you immediately - he will definitely make sure that everything is organised. I was also a little worried about transferring a large amount of money to an unknown company, but transferring via Revolut was quick and easy. As promised, we were picked up by our drivers at every point in the holiday and felt safe and secure at all times. The highlight of the trip had to be our safari driver Harrison, who is just the nicest man! He made sure that we had the trip of a lifetime and worked tirelessly to meet our needs. We learnt so much from him about the animals and the Kenyan way of life. He had a great sense of humour and amazed us with how much he knew about the Masai Mara roads. As a result of this, we managed to see the Big 5 and so many more! Our accommodation at both Fig Tree Camp and Diani Sea Resort was fantastic - again all organised by Julius who also came to visit us at Diani to check that everything was ok.
If you are looking for a bespoke service with everything organised for you then this is the company to book with. In addition to this, you will get a great price and memories that will last a lifetime! Thank you Julius, Harrison and your team.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable and communicative
The tour was really good. Marvel Tours was very responsive to all questions and able to gear the tour towards our preferences. The guide Robert was very nice and patient, and responded to all our wishes. He was much better than another guide we had with another tour provider in Maasai Mara. Would highly recommend both the organisation and the guide!