CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfectly planned and communicated, excellent service
Akondo Adventures was excellent to deal with right from the start. Boris was detailed and prompt with his communication and provided all the information required. David, our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. We loved our day in Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro crater. He had a great eye for the animals and very experienced. Our night at Escarpment Luxury Lodge was heavenly.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a fantastic journey.
It was a fantastic journey. The staff were very friendly and responsible, the accommodation was excellent, and the food was great. Most importantly, we saw a lot of animals, and the driver worked hard to find them. I highly recommend this company.
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
In our hearts forever!
We chose a 7 day safari - Nairobi - MasaiMara - Nakuru - Naiwasha - Amboseli -Tsawo East - Diani Beach.
We travelled as a family - with my husband and children - 5, 8 and 9 years old.
Ms Joy - a wonderful woman, our first contact at Big Time Safaris and I knew straight away that despite dozens of offers we would go with BigTime Safaris. From start to finish we felt safe and comfortable, everything was buttoned up, booked and planned to how I wanted it, and I had high expectations of what we wanted to see.
Car - we considered various options and I think we chose a super car for our family. There were blogs saying that a Land Rover would be better than a VAN, but we opted for a VAN and are very happy:
1) When the kids stood on the seats or sat on the headrest - they had a super view and could comfortably watch the animals for hours;
2. the roof opened high - higher than in the LandRover;
3. the VAN is lower and you have a lot of your body sticking out and not just the top of your head so you are comfortable for taking photos;
4. the VAN is smaller - but on a private safari it makes no difference to you because you have the whole car to yourself;
5. a VAN will get you everywhere in the dry season
The VAN is not slower than an off-road vehicle;
Driver and guide - Derick was an amazing driver, he was speeding and always gave us the best place to see the animals, even when there were many other cars - we were always in the 1st row . Right next to the animals. He knew many of the other guides, spoke to them on the phone and established where the animals were.He drove very well and safely on the difficult African roads. The car was cleaned and washed daily, water topped up.We were able to use his WIFI because our cards bought at the airport did not work.
He was always smiling, punctual, kind to our children and helpful a lot - as we changed plans sometimes 😊.
Accommodation - we took the budget accomodation version so I wasn't expecting luxuries. We had a real African adventure - we slept in camps and for 7 days it was ok.
If I was going again - I would change the hotel in Navasha to a camp by the lake so I would be aware of hippos at night. The other places to stay overnight I would not change.
My thoughts on the trip:
MasaMara - you need to take a full day safari to the Masai Mara and a picnic by the Mara River to have lunch.This place is magical and I think it's pointless to only do the morning gamedrive and the evening. You have to drive deep into the park, be there all day, feel it, see those thousands of animals deep inside.We saw a lot of predators, hundreds of elephants, giraffes, pumbas, hyenas, antelopes - all metres from you!
Naivasha - crescent Island is just an absolute must. Make no mistake - don't miss out on this wonderful place - go there and walk around the beautiful island with hundreds of animals at your fingertips.
Naivasha - horse riding at the Sanctuary - even if you can't ride - get on a horse and see this magical place in the mountains.There is a stud farm with beautiful horses on the sanctuary grounds and we rode horseback for an hour with the kids rubbing up against the animals.
I will never forget that!
Nakuru - well worth it, but only when there are lots of flamingos, at our place it was empty - much less than the other parks, very dusty,
Amboseli - beautiful Kilimanjaro and a phenomenal hour long parade of 6 baby cheetahs with their mum. A beautiful park with a stately, mysterious energy
Tsawo East - I liked this park the least, next time I would choose TsawoWest
Thank you Big Time Safaris!
ES
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
IEverything was perfect. Tour guide Aaron is a star.
The tour, the service, the hotels..everything was very well selected. Thanks to our tour guide Aaron we were alway in the best posicion with the jeep, we have seen a lion hunting next to us and sharing his food with his family, he showed us lots of other lions, elefants, leopards, geopard, zebras and explained a lot. Thank you so much Aaron for making the safari very, very special.
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience
No words to describe this adventure. Aron our new guide (supposedly at all times positioned in the best place to enjoy the moment) is increible. Pudimos ver gracias a su experiencia como una leona cazaba una cebra para alimentar à sus criías INCREÍBLE. We saw a leopardo descansado on a tree with the gacela that was captured. Gracias and many thanks Aron for enjoying these moments and for your friend.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing from start to finish!
We had an amazing 7 day safari organised and run by Spirit of Kenya to Masi Mara, Lake Nakuru, Naivasha and Amboseli National Park.
Filipa helped us arrange our custom safari to our exact needs, she was incredibly patience and helpful in arranging our itinerary and helped with some great lodge selections which were all different but excellent. These were
PrideInn Mara (Savannah tent)
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
We were picked up from the airport and all food and accommodation for the 6 nights was inclusive. The Toyota Landcruiser was super spacious and comfortable with enough space for all six of us and our luggage.
Sogo was the best guide and driver who took great care of us, was super accommodating & ensured each game drive was action-packed with new things to see! We did early morning drives, full days and evening drives. We also did a great boat trip as well!
An amazing safari overall with a great company, it was so easy to book direct and we save a significant over booking in the UK.
KR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
AMAZING SAFARI
It was an unforgettable experience! Our driver was highly skilled, both in navigating the terrain and spotting wildlife. We captured amazing photos of the animals. The accommodations were spotless and offered delicious meals. Overall, the trip was exceptionally well-organized and truly one of a kind.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The tour operator was very friendly and helpful which made our safari memorable with unforgettable e
Our family trip to the Serengeti, organized by Tanzania Safari Essence, was an extraordinary adventure that exceeded all our expectations! Traveling from the US with our kids, we were thrilled to explore the wonders of the Serengeti, and Tanzania Safari Essence made it an unforgettable experience.
Our stay at Salinero Serengeti was nothing short of luxurious. The lodge offered spacious, comfortable accommodations with breathtaking views of the surrounding savannah. The staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed for a perfect stay.
The safari experience was truly magical. Our knowledgeable and friendly guide made every game drive exciting and educational. We were fortunate to witness the incredible wildlife of the Serengeti, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and the wildebeest and zebras. The kids were absolutely thrilled, and the memories we created will last a lifetime.
Tanzania Safari Essence ensured that our itinerary was packed with activities that were both fun and suitable for the entire family. From guided nature walks to cultural visits, every moment was thoughtfully planned to keep both the adults and kids engaged and entertained.
The attention to detail was impeccable. They took care of every aspect of our trip, from seamless transfers to delicious meals, making sure we could relax and fully enjoy our safari adventure.
We highly recommend Tanzania Safari Essence for anyone looking to experience the magic of the Serengeti with their family. Their exceptional service, expertise, and passion for creating memorable experiences made our trip truly special.
Thank you, Tanzania Safari Essence, for an unforgettable family adventure!
FI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience
Amazing and unforgettable 4-day safari seeing wildlife and having a good time. Our guide was professional and helped us with everything. Great communication with the agency and guide!
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Zepisa African Safaris is a reliable, friendly and competent tour operator.
In February 2025, we took an individual safari in Tansania with 19 people in 3 Jeeps from Zepisa African Safaris and we were thrilled. The friendliness, helpfulness and expertise of the cheerful drivers was exceptional, and together we had an unforgettable holiday.
We would choose Zepisa African Safaris again at any time.