Planning a two-week safari is a aunting task especially when you want to experience and “see” as much as you can. We needed someone who have the resources and the patience to manage our needs. Meektrails stood out right away as they took their time to understand our needs, at the same time advising and making alternative suggestions, in order to make the itinerary more feasible during the time we had. Whilst other companies provided us with various options, most of their proposals seemed “canned” and were not as flexible in changing the itinerary nor the available accommodations. We wanted a range of activities and a varied choice on accommodations. On both ends, Meektrails DELLIVERED!!They provided us with a wide range of choices in accommodations, from luxurious lodges and tented camps to authentic camps in the reserves. It was a surreal experience having the thrill of camping in the open park at the same time being pampered in luxurious settings.We went on some of the best parks that Kenya and Tanzania had to over – Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. The vehicle used was always clean and great condition. The guides were professional and very knowledgeable not only about the wildlife but also about the culture and history.Aside from the majestic game drives, we were able to go on a boat safari, a walking safari, and a bike safari – all wonderful additions to the adventure! We also had a magical experience visiting an authentic Masai village and got to meet and learn more about their rich and vibrant culture and community. In Tanzania, we visited a local market in Arusha (we were one of only a handful of tourists). Again, it was such a fulfilling experience to meet and learn about the local culture! Our holiday ended with a relaxing 3 days on the beach in Zanzibar!Meektrails worked well with their counterparts in Tanzania and Zanzibar.
They were professional, authentic, and genuine - regularly checking in on us to make sure everything was going well. It was comforting to know that we were on their watch during the entire holiday! They showed flexibility and quick action to accommodate us. Two examples come to mind:
• Our flight from Zanzibar back to Nairobi was changed by the airline without informing us nor Meektrails (apparently not unusual for this airline). Meektrails went to work immediately (already late evening) and got us on another flight. Since the flight was much earlier than the original, we had 18 hours in Nairobi before our flight back home. For this, they provided us with a room in a fabulous hotel near the airport!!
• Our car got stuck on the way to the airport. Within 20 minutes, a replacement car came to pick up and continue the journey. All this at 2:30 in the morning in Zanzibar!We highy recommended Meektrails for your next Safari to Kenya and Tanzania!! They are professional, flexible and accommodating, genuine and authentic!!