African Safari - The Wonder Of Life

by LC
(United Kingdom)

Kuoni as a travel company were very organized and everything ran like clockwork. We have no complaints about using them again for an African safari. My safari must be one of the biggest thrills of my life, full of wonderful memories and experiences.

LC's Safari Details:

Rating: 10/10

Safari company used: Kuoni Travel

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Parks visited: Samburu, Masai Mara, Treetops, Lake Navaisha in Kenya

Date of safari: 7 days, July 2006

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Elephants are my all time passion and it had been my dream to see one in its own surrounding.

We arrived at the lodge at Samburu and in front of our lodge were five elephants playing in the river. I cannot tell you or explain the feeling as I sat on a tree trunk with my armed guard companion and watched as they played in the water.

The whole experience was wonderful, full of thrills and excitement. The feeling when a lazy lion wanders past you ignoring your existence only a few feet away from your vehicle is wonderful. Or the bull elephant who wants to cross and you are in his way.

I got so many thrills and excitement not only from seeing my beloved elephants but every animal we came across made you hold your breath in wonder. I am not sure now which animal is my favourite.

I think everyone should go and experience the wonders of Africa. The animals, the culture, the people. We returned from Africa with our eyes opened at the hardship for the people and the cruelty for the animals. We hope one day to return and will try and help in any way till then.