Micato Safaris Google Reviews
5.0 rating out of 630 reviews
Carlton Sexton
Guided by Denis Simi, we felt safe and excited from arrival to departure, despite Covid tension, which disappeared once we were in Africa with Micato. All of our pre-trip questions were answered re-assuringly by Becky Craft and Ariel Spodek. The Elephant Orphanage at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in Nairobi was our favorite, among the many exotic experiences of the Stanley Wing.
Myron Glidewell
After a long delay due to the pandemic, my Micato trip finally began. Close to 30 hours of travel left me exhausted. When I cleared immigration at Kilimanjaro Airport, our expert guide Rodgers smiling face was just what I needed. It was at that point I realized this was going to be an experience I would never forget. Accomodations for the entire Tanzamia Spectactular were outstanding. Our group was always met with a warm reception and top notch rooms and views. I sort of miss not being awakened by elephants, lion roars, hippo grunts and other night sounds of Africa. African wildlife was abundant. Rodgers made certain we saw what we expected and more. That was a trend. My expectations were very high. Micato and Rodgers exceeded those expectations at every level. Lunches and dinners served in the conservation areas only added to the unique experience. The hot air balloon ride was outstanding only to be exceeded by the champaign breakfast when we landed in the middle of the Serengeti. I thought this would be the trip of a lifetime. I now wonder if that is true. I know I would go again in a heartbeat if the situation became available. Micato is outstanding.
ROBERT COX
We have travelled extensively around the world and this was not our first trip to Africa. However, the thing that left us most impressed in this unusually difficult time of global pandemic was the care, concern and attention to detail provided by Ian and each of the Micato staff that we encountered at each stop along the way. Your team couldn’t have been more attentive and accommodating and it reflects the unique customer centered mindset that you have instilled throughout your company.
Mary White
November 2021 will be my 6th trip with Micato Safaris in beautiful Kenya. They are very professional and knowledgeable about many different disciplines such as biology, geology, and cultural aspects of their regional area. In some cases they even know the linage of the individual animals of the area.
The staff is very accommodating of your every wish for your trip. You will never know if any difficulties arise as the Micato teem has already solved the issue without a hitch on your awe inspiring safari. They should be your first choice to travel with! They will always be my only choice for safari!!!
Roger Tauss
The safari was fantastic. Our guide Henry was everything we could want; we saw the animals up close with all their survival struggles. But beyond that the overall Micato service was incredible. Henry obviously received special treatment for us because Micato was so important to so many providers, park rangers, etc. Whenever a difficulty arose (eg our flight out of Masai Mara was cancelled, messing up our covid shot timetable and Micato was able to have a doctor meet us at the airport on our timetable), the overall Micato organization was able to smooth it out.
Thank you again for a phenomenal experience.
Shelby Willets
Our family of 3 (2 adults and our 13 year old son) recently (July / August) returned from a 2-week private custom safari to Kenya with Micato. Like you, we had read all the wonderful Micato reviews. Therefore, we went into the vacation with very high expectations.
Micato met our very high expectations!
The process began with many emails and phone calls with Megan, a Micato representative based in NY, to construct the perfect itinerary for our family. Two months prior to our departure, Emirates changed the date of our flight into Kenya. Megan jumped into action altering our lodging accommodations to meet the additional dates we added to our safari. Upon arrival in Kenya we met our private safari director, Peter. In reading the Micato reviews, it seems like each traveler receives the best safari director - I have to say that we had the BEST guide! Thank you Peter!! Our diver guides at each camp were very skilled drivers and animal behavior experts. At the last minute, our final camp in the Mara closed due to a Covid case. Peter and the Micato staff worked quickly to find us alternate accommodation within the Mara. A feat that had we not booked with Micato might have been near impossible.
On the drive back to camp after our final game drive, where we experienced the great migration, I noticed my son had tears streaming down his face. At first I thought he was injured, but discovered that he was very sad to leave Kenya. This is the sign of a wonderful family vacation! Micato created special family memories that we will cherish for many years to come. I will not spoil the Micato magic for future travelers, but be prepared to be awed! Micato lives up to their reputation.
I understand that choosing to travel now is a difficult decision for many, especially families with children. We felt more safe traveling in Kenya than we do traveling in the U.S. at the moment. All our meals were al fresco with tables spaced apart, our personal waiters as well as the Micato staff are vaccinated, game vehicles are open air and in our case, private. While in the bush, we chose properties with 12 or less tents / cottages all of which are spaced apart in nature. The extra steps necessary to travel now were completely worth it for the amazing family memories that were made - Thank you Micato!!