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35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent knowledge and service.
On time, very knowledgeable and excellent value for money.
Enjoyed the whole experience and highly recommended. Comfortable accommodation, excellent vehicle, good food and great guide.
Nothing to fault about the whole experience.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable holiday
On this way I want to say >>Asante sana<< to the whole company Benson Safaris in Tanzania.
I had a first great and impressive time in Tanzania. I were looking for my first holiday in Africa to make some safari. During my searching found Benson Safaris Tanzania and got a quick response from the owner Benson. He really made a good offer staying 14 days in Tanzania. At all my time in Africa I felt safe on my own, had a nice lodge (booked from Benson Safaris) and an excellent Safari.
After they picked me up from the airport I met the owner Benson at the lodge. I really appreciate that he cares of his clients personally-I didn't know something like this from all my holidays. It isn't naturally - I am really greatfull for this personally caretaking!
Special "thanks" to Paul (my safari guide). He really made my time in safari, we lough a lot and he explained everything about my preferred animals as well. We had a great break in Tarangire and a really good African lunch. I really enjoyed this experience.
All in all I can recommend Benson Safaris to have an unforgettable time and stay in Africa, learning about culture, have a safe trip and organization for your holiday! This won't be my last stay in Africa...
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A unforgettable experience!
We recently went on a Tour organized by MoAfrika. We had the most unbelievable sitings. We saw the big five on two different occasions!!
Such a beautiful experience to be in the Bush...and amongst wildlife.
Thank you MoAfrika!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Definitely the most memorable!
Our 7 high school students and two other staff from Texas School for the Deaf went to South Africa as part of our International Studies program last March. Someone happened to send me a link of Arun using sign language in one of his safari videos. I went to contact him and our communication about the trip has been very smooth and clear. We were fortunate to have Arun as our guide during our 4-day safari trip. He was able to use the language that all of us were able to understand. During the trip, he shared information about the animals, the fun facts, the legends, and some silly jokes. On the last night, he took some times to take us food shopping and help us cook "braai" kudu and impala meats in South African's style. Our students learned a lot and considered this as one of their most memorable parts of the trip! Thank you ARUN!!
JP
Nice view and many animals
Even though rain season, we could see the sunrise and sunset. And there were many stars in the sky. Also we saw many lions, buffalos, cheaters and others. The seanery was so great because of the grass of green. We stayed 5 nights at Masai Mara and went 9 game drives. All game drives were perfect for us.
We will come back to Masai Mara!
AT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great trip with an amazing guide
Gregory was our guide during an amazing trip in July/August 2017. I believe one of the reasons it turned out so great was his presence. We gave him quite the tough job organizing a trip for a big group of 12 people from different countries with different wishes and he managed to make it an unbelievable experience for all of us!
The main reason was his flexibility, we were talking via e-mail months in advance and we discussed the possible itineraries. After many e-mails going back and forth, we found a plan which suited all our wishes and we started our 2 week trip!
He assisted us from day one when picking us up at the airport. The first day we stayed in Windhoek and he took us to a great bar called Chopsi’s, we liked the atmosphere that much we returned at the end of our trip. Of course Greg is not only a great guide because of taking his guests for beers, the day after we were already on the move! We stopped by his place to get some sleeping bags, mattresses and the two jeeps and off we went! A nice surprise was that we could drive as well, who does not want to tell stories about driving through the Namibian desert?!
Our first highlight was the Fish River Canyon, after stopping for a night in Keetmanshoop, we arrived and enjoyed the amazing views over the canyon. The first part of the trip we were mainly camping, setting the tents before sunset and enjoying a barbecue and some beers. Afterwards we drove further to Luderitz where we slept in a hotel and a bizarre encounter took place, suddenly Michael Williams (The Wire, Boardwalk Empire,…) was ordering eggs at breakfast next to me. Apparently they were recording the movie ‘The Red Sea Diving Resort’ in Namibia. After meeting some celebrities in Luderitz, we went on to Sossusvlei where we headed up the dunes in spite of the heavy wind and saw the famous dead trees. These days we were staying in an amazing campsite in the middle of the desert, luxury camping with nobody around except of some oryx coming to the drinking hole. Next, we passed by the ‘German city’ Swakopmund and went through to the beautiful landscapes of Damaraland. The big finale still had to come in Etosha where we saw lions, rhinos, elephants and a huge amount of zebras, pretty amazing!
So yes, book with Lark Journeys and hope Greg is your guide, you will have both the touristy highlights which make the country famous but you will also meet a great Namibian guy who will give you some insights about Namibia as a country and who will take you out for a beer. What do you want more?!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Michelle was always responsive and helpful and booked us the trip we wanted.
My second trip with Walt and Sharon, and I talked my husband into coming this time. He was ever so glad. All lodges (Umkumbe, nThambo, Elephant Plains) were different and wonderful. Staffing and food were excellent; guides and trackers really knew the animals, habitat, history, terrain. Plus, they were fun. The four transfers were handled very well, and we always enjoyed the drivers and being able to get a larger perspective of this amazing country. We have been referring friends to Sun Safaris and will continue to do so.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great 4 day safari!
We had an amazing experience with Beacon Safaris! Communication with Robert was superb, he answered all of my questions with patience and kindness and suggested a great trip. We were picked up at the airport by Anthony, who I imagine must be the best driver in the world! The roads were rough due to the rains and he didn't have any trouble. We saw the big 5 and pretty much every other animal under the sun thanks to Anthony! It was a spectacular experience I will never forget! We ended our trip to Kenya with a city tour with Victor. We had a great time in Kenya thanks to Beacon Safaris!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic trip with Sunny Safaris!
Our family of four just did an eight-day Northern Circuit with Sunny Safaris in Tanzania. Jessica was always prompt and courteous throughout our communications. We couldn't be happier with Abdul as our driver/guide. As a driver, Abdul is not only careful but also skillful in operating the vehicle on different road conditions. As a guide, I appreciate his knowledge about the wildlife, his ability to spot, and pleasant personality. Sunny Safaris vehicle was roomy enough for our family of four plus luggage. There is also a small fridge in the back of the vehicle. Overall, we are very happy with Sunny Safaris.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The true Lion King experience. If you are going on Safari this is the company to choose.t
The communication from the company with me was great. The driver and cook met us in the morning and were very prompt (a few minutes early even so that we could get packed up and depart at the time agreed).
We stopped for breakfast which was delicious (we paid for that). And as soon as we got to the Serengeti our guide Lamereck was exceptionally vigilant about pointing out the animals and plants and birds. He was impressively knowledgeable about everything out there. Everything.
I felt as if he was personally committed to making sure we had this incredible experience.
Camping: our cook Emmanuel worked a miracle with a single gas burner. The food was delicious and well balanced. The company provided the tents and sleeping bags so no need to rent them or travel across the world with a bunch of stuff. (Dont forget a flashlight or two and toilet paper.) The bathrooms were very nice and clean with running water and sinks and sitting toilets.
This experience superseded all of my expectations with fantastic staff, exceptional quality, and a thoroughly excellent enjoyable safari. I won't forget this for my entire life.
I would recommend this company (and there are a lot of them) over any.
Thank you Emmanuel, Lamereck, and Vic! Asante sana!!
