Best African Safaris for First Time Travellers

[@lainy8742]

Love your videos, lots of info! I subscribed. Need your inside info. My daughter and I want to go July 6 2022 to experience migration. Should we go to Masai Mara or Serengeti? Of same, which one is less crowded? And how many days?

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

Thank you so much for watching the videos. I am glad you found them helpful. I would recommend Masai Mara but I may be a bit biased because I'm Kenyan. The main reason for recommending this is that Kenya has a really developed tourism infrastructure and some good lodges located near the Mara River, (where a lot for the migration action happens) You may encounter crowding during that time. The Serengeti is unlikely to be as crowded and the Mara though.

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

If the current environment persists, there may not be a lot of crowding when you come since many people are still avoiding travelling. So the Mara might be a good a option.

[@lainy8742]

@@EastAfricaTravelTips Thank you! 🙏

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

You're welcome 🤠

[@lainy8742]

@@EastAfricaTravelTips Any thoughts which camp is better in Masai Mara , Entim Camp or Mara Eden?

[@naturephotography8837]

Kruger is said to have the greatest large animal diversity of any safari park in africa. But the mara and serengeti have larger populations of certain animals. And the terrain is more open so it is easier to see them.

[@Jakepatane]

Great video thank you I'm thinking planing Masai mara and lake Nakuru in Kenya

[@-VP-696]

We just returned from Kenya, it was the best trip of my life! We went to Maasai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha and Mombasa. As much as I liked Mombasa, no comparisson to the safaris :) My husbant was afraid to come due to covid and everything, an now he definetely wants to come back! Lets hope we'll be back soon ! Thanks a lot for all the videos!

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

Hey VP. Thanks for the update. I am really happy that you had a great time over here. I'm also happy that the videos helped. I appreciate your subscription

[@erikakogan3705]

You have been a great resource for me! I am about to plan our trip, so your infos are a tremendous help for us. Thank you very much!

[@RogerZoul]

This is really helpful. Thank you.

[@fandangofandango2022]

Dear Sir, Great Content.

[@mervynbarton7647]

I always enjoy your videos, you talk a lot of sense. I have been on a lot of safaris as I did live in Zambia for two years. When talking about the best safaris I believe that you have missed out the best - The Okanavana Delta, Botswana. This is my favourite both for the variety of animals and fantastic scenery. Thanks once again for your videos.

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

True. This is a great Safari. Would you recommend it to a beginner? Thanks for watching the videos. I am really glad you find them useful.

[@merinmathew6211]

Hi! Any tips would be greatly appreciated. I’m looking at going to Botswana in October

[@Jstubbs68]

You have been a great resource for me! Thanks to the information you have provided here on your channel, I have booked my first African safari! I am so excited! We are doing Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, and Maasai Mara! We did mid-range, staying in tented camps in every park! Thank you again for this valuable information!

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

You are welcome. I am glad you found the information useful. That is a great combination for a first safari. You are going to have the time of your life. Thanks so much for watching.

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

How was your trip?

[@shicoo32]

Very good, so informative and useful tips

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

Thanks for watching the videos. I am glad you found the information useful.

[@YasminLoves]

This video was really informative, thanks so much 😊

[@MissD1029]

Micato is my favorite

[@karolrocha7511]

Love this

[@erem.5531]

Gracias!

[@triniciaperch433]

For a first time safari would you recommend spending time in both Masai Mara and Serengeti? Thinking of doing three nights in each.

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

The two parks are big and in two different countries. You may end up spending a lot of time travelling and clearing at the border. However, if your connecting the two parks by flying, this would be a good combination. But remember your costs go up as a result. My recommendation, however, is that you choose one country to avoid a lot of hassles and unforeseen circumstances.

[@diannecox7187]

The prices that were quoted, does that include accommodation???

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

Yes

[@HHWS]

Hello from Canada! Love your videos. I find them very helpful, and full of great information. We will be in Nairobi next month, and I was wondering if you could let me know your opinion concerning some of the trips that we have organized. The two areas we selected were the Masai Mara, staying at Spekes camp for four days, then transiting to Amboseli and staying there for 3 days at the Elewana Tortelis camp. We were told each area is distinct to what type of wildlife to see. Prior to arriving at the camps, we decided to stay in Nairobi for a couple of days to acclimatize to the time change so not to be too tired. We organized a private driver to visit the city. We will be staying in Cairns, visiting the giraffe park, as well as the elephant orphanage. (We adopted one by the way, proud parents! Lol). We also opted to do a tour of the city with an organization called Nai Nami. We would appreciate your opinions on our choices, and if there is anything we should consider going forward. We hope this will not be our only trip, and look forward to visiting your beautiful country.

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

I am really glad that my videos have been helpful. I can't comment much on the specific service providers since I have not used them but I would encourage you to do a search on the specific providers on trip advisor Kenyan forum. Its the closest to honest reviews you will find on service providers. About the parks and staying in Nairobi, awesome choices. I have written some tips on tips on staying safe and what to wear in Nairobi that you may find useful on eastafricatraveltips.com You might want to consider going to Maasai Market in Nairobi to get souvenirs at a good price. Make sure you negotiate on price because they will quote a higher price to you since you are a tourist. I hope you have an unforgettable adventure. Karibu Kenya!

[@HHWS]

@@EastAfricaTravelTips Thank you very much for the advice. We will definitely continue watching your videos. 😁

[@MissD1029]

KENYA. The Masai Mara❤️ Go during the Migration Time.

[@gummy7224]

Can you introduce travel agent you know?

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

Bonfire adventures

[@HarshKothari08]

Superb informative videos!! Planning my trip to South Africa in the month of March next year. I know its too soon. But few doubts if u can help! How about the month of March? Is there a problem of rain or winter ? Are wildlife safari recommended during march? Thanks in advance! 😁😁

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

Hi Harsh. I am not very familiar with the South African seasons so I would recommend that you do some research on when its a good time to visit. However, I have found that going even in the low season comes with its own adventure and may be great for you too.

[@HarshKothari08]

Thank you for responding!! Appreciate your help!

[@danielgoldberg2129]

Holy &^%! That looked like a shopping mall parking lot around those lions! lol I hope I see more lions than Land Rovers! (I leave for Nairobi in 10 days.)

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

How was your trip?

[@Bunduki]

Kruger is in a sad dilapidated state , once you are out of the fenced accommodation compound , it has been allowed to deteriorate, most of the mature trees that provide the upper canopy ecosystem have been destroyed by the Elephants , with no big trees the soil erosion from the rains has devastated the landscape. It has become a very sad version of its former self , mainly due to bad management decisions.

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

Thanks for posting. I hope things improve.

[@jdubz9391]

First and always First is KENYA.

[@ph044930]

Too much face time and not enough safari footage!!!!!!!!!!

[@EastAfricaTravelTips]

Thanks for your comments. What kind of footage would you like to see?