20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A nice experience (after the diarrhoea)
More information on the locations can be found on these blogs:
SERENGETI - http://welshmattsmith.blogspot.com/2019/10/tanzania-safari-to-go-on-safari.html
NGORONGORO - http://welshmattsmith.blogspot.com/2019/10/tanzania-creatures-in-crater.html
The pre-trip communication was good, with Evelyn being a quick and helpful responder. This was important as Air Tanzania changed our flight time by 4 hours, which would have resulted in us missing the first day of the tour. Her quick replies helped us make a decision to get a different flight.
The safaris were great - a great number of animals and we saw something interesting each time we got into the car. Having done many safaris, the guide wasn't as enthusiastic or informative as I expected. He also sometimes didn't explain his decisions - we passed a herd of elephants at speed and I hadn't seen any that day - it turned out that he was getting us quickly to see a leopard, but that message wasn't relayed at the time. Nonetheless, he made us feel safe and looked after us the whole time.
The food was reasonable considering the cook only had one hob to use. The cook was very helpful, particularly when I was sick, and I was a bit horrified to find that he had to sleep in the kitchen and didn't have his own tent or share with the guide.
Having had diarrhoea for about 24 hours in the Serengeti, I would recommend that toilet roll is taken in the car. I got lucky that someone else gave me some of theirs.
Overall we had a very nice time.
NL
We have had a mar-ve-lous trip.
To all employees of Tailor Made Safaris and SPECIFICALLY ANGELA,
We have had a mar-ve-lous trip; perfectly organized, full of enthusiasm, empathy and the willingness to arrange a great deal. The manual that is the travel book, I call it our magic book, opened almost all doors. Almost all information was perfect; coordinates, distances, circumstances, tips, recommended departure times and additional information. The fact that employees are familiar with most accommodations keeps the lines very short. Angela was always "close by" and available almost all day and night; always willing to support. She even visited us at the lodge in St. Lucia. We particularly appreciated that.
Small, but very useful or important tips indicate that they have really thought about everything. Remarks about possible salt in the photo equipment for whale watching; and there even being a rain program, which we did not have to use.
To criticize anything on traveling is almost impossible which is the "problem" for your organization; to maintain this enormously high level in the coming years. Good luck with that, but you are guaranteed to succeed.
DK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great professional tour operator
Totally great and fully professional tour operator for Masai Mara. We were on 3 days trip (2 nights) at Sentrim Lodge. Lodge is ok with very nice accommodation and pool. Massage is available at lodge. No WiFi!!!! Not even in the lobby!!!
We had Obama ( yes, his real name) as our guide. All Big 5 in one day! Obama was very nice and informative. We had a lot of fun which made all trip very easy and enjoyable.
I will recommend Reny Safaris to everybody who wants quality safari at favorable price.
EG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The safari of a lifetime, a dream come true!
The Safari trip was 5 nights, 6 days and we spent one day in Nairobi. I went there with my brother and his wife, we requested a driver for our stay in Nairobi, they provided us with an excellent driver with no extra charge.
Sunup are very well organised, we were lucky to have "Surat" as our guide and driver, very professional, knowledgeable and decent, his main concern was to keep us pleased and satisfied.
it was an amazing experience, the hotel selections (lodges and camps) was great, the Sarova Sheeba game lodge with the baboons around you was a new and exciting experience for all of us.
everything was perfect, I relied on them in all decisions since I felt from the beginning that they were professional and they actually exceeded our expectations.
Thank you Sunup for the unforgettable Safari trip.
AT
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari, great guy!
We, 4 of us, had an excellent 5-day safari with Ernest Nnko, co-owner of Momella African Adventure, who was our guide and driver. He picked us up in Momella (at Africa Amini Alama, a charity hospital in Momella where we worked for 2 weeks), and we spent 1½ days in Tarangire National Park, then 2½ days (2 nights at Mawe Tented Camp) in Serengeti. Ernest seems to know the area like the back of his hand, knows all about the animals and people, their habits, habitats, and culture, and is generally a treasure-trove of all kinds of interesting information. He can spot the tail of a leopard in a tree a half mile away while navigating skillfully and carefully around potholes. Finally, he is an excellent, reliable, and congenial travelling companion. He speaks English and German. His is a small but growing family company, and he deserves to be more well-known.
Amazing safari experience in Mana Pools and on the Zambezi!
The location of the camp was excellent and the accommodation very comfortable. Fabulous food, thanks to Isaiah our chef who worked tirelessly all day. The service from the camp staff was excellent and everybody was so friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much bother. The game drives/walks and canoe safari were a wonderful experience - we saw and learnt so much. Our guide Mark Van Zuydam was very knowledgeable and professional and both he and our other guide Norman helped us to feel really immersed in our surroundings, at the same time feeling safe and secure. We will definitely use Natureways again. Loved every minute. Exceeded out expectations.
DK
Fantastic safari ,well planned, full value
Heritage of African Jungles was from the beginning on top of the planning , quick reply, flexible in choice of lodge /camps special thanks to Gladys and Naomy.
The guys driving and taking care of the daily game drive really gave us the whole package ,we saw it all . for that special thanks to Sammi and Peter
The trip included 8 days safari AMBOSELI-NAKURU-MASAI MARA with extras such as , balloon trip, and a day in Nairobi visit to Karen Blixen and Sheldrick elephant orphanage
All arranged by Heritage of African Jungles ,never did we doubt the company ,and never did we wait for anything , best recommendation from us.
NL
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Perfect suggestions from the tour operator, a perfect driver, a beautiful game-drive. Thank Hoi!!
We got very good suggestions from the tour operator, his driver was Perfect, the game-drive was VERY special, the guesthouses and hotel were very good so our visits in the north of Uganda are very special memories now. Thank you Grassrootz!! We will meet again!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best of the best safari!
I have booked a 8 nights Safari in Tanzania between Tarangire - Lake Manyara - Lake Natron - Serengeti (north and central) - Ngorongoro - Lake Eyasi.
Since the booking Asser, the owner of the company, has been really great, customizing the tour following my needs.
Everything was really professional since the first email and the booking process was really smooth.
Being a small company, Orongai safaris has great care for their customers: the communication between the booking and the start of the Safari has always been accurate and effective.
Then, when the time for the safari arrived, everything from the beginning was absolutely fantastic!
1. the driver / guide, Jackson, is a safe driver and has great knolwedge of the parks and we were always there at the right time to see the best things: the river crossing by the wildebeest, the lions hunting, the leopard having his food, the cheetah with her babies...
Moreover he was always helpful in explaining things and the dynamics of wildlife
2. the car was really comfortable and clean. Water was provided every day
3. the accommodations were really good, especially the tented camps in the Serengeti
4. the itinerary was well designed, we never had to rush and had enough time to enjoy everything at the right pace
4. Asser was really kind and wanted to meet me at the start and the end of the tour: this is great customer care!
It was my fifth experience in Africa and i have to admit that this safari in Tanzania was the best of my life.
Orongai safaris is a reliable company and i would suggest to book with them over the biggest company in Arusha if you want to have a better customer experience.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great company with wonderful staff
The team at Wild Dog Safaris organized a self-drive trip for us. Everything was arranged perfectly and the 4x4 vehicle was in excellent condition. It was one of the best Africa trips I made. Namibia is such a beautiful country. I would recommend Wild Dog Safaris to friends and family any day.