DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
We asked three companies for an offer - and Morris replied immediately. The communication was always professional, quick answers and he explained everything to us. Morris even helped us out on questions not concerning the safari tour itself (like hotels in Mombasa and ETA questions).
We felt safe and well from the first communication on, so we decided to go with Balu.
The price for our 5 Days, mid-range, private tour was more than fair.
The hotels Morris recommended were really nice and we felt safe and home everywhere we went.
Our guide was Peter. Honestly I can’t tell in words how much we miss Peter already! It was so much fun exploring Kenya with him. We learned so so much and laughed so hard. One of the best times in our life - and that is really thanks to Peter.
We were so lucky to have him as our tour guide! I recommend him highly.
We went to Lake Navisha, then to Lake Nakuru. Peter knew everything, recommended a really cool boat trip to us and made the best time out of the first two days even though we were a bit tired and overwhelmed from the long journey on the plane. On the second day we drove to our final Safari destination. The Maasai Mara is a stunning peace of earth.
We spent two full days in the Maasai Mara and we had so much fun!
Even though we had a bit of a struggle with flooded streets after heavy rain, there was not one second we felt unsafe. Peter is honestly the best driver in the world and knows exactly which road/ way he can take and when to turn around. Also he is a walking lexicon - he can answer every question regarding the animals, the landscape, the culture.
On the first day we saw 4/5, just the leopard was missing. And it’s not so easy to find them. So Peters mission on Day 2 was “finding the leopard” - and if that guy is on a mission, you can be pretty sure that he will accomplish it!
And what should I say… of course we found a leopard.
Besides these amazing days in the car, spotting animals, we had so much fun and karaoke in the car with Peter.
Also the long drive back to Nairobi was just like a road trip of really good friends enjoying every moment together.
So… thank you Morris for organizing the whole tour and making things so easy for us. And thank you for choosing Peter as our guide. We found a friend!
And Peter - thank you for being you. You know how much we appreciate you and how happy we are that we met you!
Best days ever. Even the singing hahaha
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
BEST GUIDE EVER
Our guide, Nora was amazing! She was attentive to our physical needs, a great wildlife spotter, knowledgeable about Eastern African birds. She was very good at educating is about what we were seeing. She promoted sustainable tourism and respect for the wildlife. She is proud of her country and all it has to offer.
We learned there are only 10 female guides in Tanzania out of over 2000. She and the other female guides are working to empower young women to become professional guides. Nora free lances, so do request her!
Raja Tours was very good in designing the safari we wanted. The were flexible when out health required a hospital visit and adjustments to our itinerary. They let us add a day off to rest.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing tour with an amazing guide
I recommend this tour operator if you want to have a once in a lifetime experience.
Lucas was very good, serviable and funny. The week we spent was one we will never forget.
We’ve seen a variation of animals, the guide went out his way so that the safari was worth it
Thanks again to Lucas !
JP
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Hospitable
It was such a great time! We charged the plan that we went to masai village on the first day and full day hame drive on second day.
Thanks to out best driver Edward we were able to see BIG5 in a day! He always check the radio and spot for the animals even for a rhino! He has so many knowledge not only for aminals but also masai culture, kenya culture too. After the game drive we went back to our hotel earlier because Edward thought it would rain soon. And he was right. Right after we went back, UT started raining. If we continue safari we would totally get soaked. I heard some of the other tours stuck in the mud and couldn't get out so they ended up staying in a car for a night. Thanks to our guide we didn't have to do that.
Anyway I really enjoyed a lot and it's worth going!
SG
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trustworthy
Cultural vibes travel & tours delivered it's services accordingly to plan. I had a great and enjoyable holiday organised by Cultural vibes travel & tours. Tongesai is a trustworthy guide .
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Knowledgeable, professional and personable!
We are repeat customers and have used Pierre and Margaret for all three of our trips to Africa - first time to South Africa, second to Botswana, Zimbabwe, and SA, third time to Tanzania and Kenya. We have been exceedingly happy with the itineraries they put together and the lodges where we have stayed. Transfers, internal flights and other arrangements have all gone smoothly. They are very responsive to questions and make every effort to ensure appropriate travel documentation and vaccinations are in place.
SG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly Reliable Operator in Zimbawe
Mr Tongesai was very prompt and responsive in all email correspondences prior to the trip.
He was always punctual, and can be relied on for all your trip needs. We book our tickets through him. He is a local and cares for sustainable tourism in Victoria falls. The tour itself was superb, from game drives to the helicopter ride to the victoria falls , as well as the opportunity to experience the boma traditional dinner and dance. The cultural experience is phenomenal.
Highly recommend.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Top-tier experience for a very reasonable price
Samson was very accommodating when planning our safari. We were not entirely sure what we wanted to do and he worked with us to plan the perfect safari. He gave us a couple of different quotes and explained the difference between them well. He was also able to book us a hot-air balloon ride (which I highly recommend) and accommodations before and after the safari.
Our final itinerary was 5 days. 1 day in Ngorongoro crater, 2 days in Ndutu, and 2 days in Serengeti. As a local company, they have all of the best connections and do not have the huge markup you see with quotes from Western companies. I had a family friend who did a 3/4 day safari through a western company and they paid nearly triple what we paid and received the same experience.
Our driver guide Emmanuel was extremely knowledgable about all of the areas and animals. Over the course of 5 days we were able to see everything multiple times except for a leopard. Leopards can be quite difficult to find though as they spend most of their lives hiding in the trees. Emmanuel knew exactly where to go to find specific animals and had a wealth of information about each animal.
The accommodations were very nice in both Ndutu and Serengeti. Nice tents with hardwood floor, large bed, furniture, in-suite toilets and showers, etc.
I was very satisfied with the experience and would definitely recommend Golden Trips to anybody.
FR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent it was professional I think we will back next time
It was fantastic tour opérateur and our guide Sami very attentive tour information guide, he did his best to help us the most out of our short time
He kept us safe and incredibly accoummodating to our request
We would recommend mr Gibson and his company Kiboko Tours who treated us like old friends
Thank you mr Gibson for the fantastic time
Mme Fernandes Ama from France
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An experience of a lifetime
When we traveled with Full Package Adventures on January 23, we had Max, the most amazing driver you could hope to meet. He was charming, entertaining, and extremely informed about the area. Max also showed us around a remote Masai village that left us in complete awe. His insightful and inspirational knowledge of every animal in every game park, down to the tiniest ones, was astounding. A beautiful man. The business took care of us from beginning to end. I would strongly advise making reservations with this company for anyone visiting Tanzania. Fantastic—our family will always remember this event.