Micato Safaris Google Reviews
5.0 rating out of 602 reviews
Mike Nashvegas
I recently did the Grand Safari Tour with Micato. To put things into perspective, I have just returned from my 36th trip to Vietnam and China. I am a very experienced traveler. I have visited 52 different countries. The Micato Grand Safari was, without doubt, the best trip of my life!!! I can’t say enough about Miicato’s program, attention to detail, and overall class. I researched other tour companies and happily chose Micato! From the 5 Star “Camps” to the incredible food and drink provided, to the absolutely amazingly knowledgeable tour director and local guides!!! Everything was amazing. The itinerary kept us busy, but that is why we were there!!
A great example is when we were on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater. Probably the most densely populated Game Area in Africa. There had to be forty other tour companies in the Crater that day. At lunch time, all of those tour companies were serving box lunches on crowded picnic tables bunched together around the rest room. Meanwhile, the two Micato Tours were served a Full Spread Buffet Lunch with a Full Bar. We had lunch under large wedding type tents with white table cloth covered tables, silver service, and fresh cut flowers with no other groups in sight. Plus a full group of servers. They even bought “Water Closets” so we didn’t have to use the public facilities. That exemplifies the Micato difference. Everything is first class. If anyone can afford it, there is no other Safari operator at their level.
I would add that the accommodations are all 5 Star. Their choice of “Camps” can only be called Spectacular. The Crater Rim Lodge Room and Dining Room were the most unique and eclectic places I have ever been in the world!!
Some additional Points:
*The Itinerary was perfect!! Busy but we saw a lot. Each of the 5 Five “Camps” were small and unique – except The Serengeti Four Seasons, which was a welcome different style.
*The Tour guide accompanied us all the time and everywhere, We were never left on our own. When we realized we had forgotten to get Yellow Fever Cards to enter Tanzania, he was able to procure some. The local guides were fun and knowledgeable!!
* The Food and Drink was a great blend of Western Cuisine blended with Local Dishes. The local Beers were incredible.
* Before the Trip, we received lots of fun and necessary things for our trip. At every Camp and almost everyday, we received in our room a complimentary souvenir pertinent to that locale.
* I have replacement knees and very bad Neuropathy in my feet making it difficult for me to walk on uneven surfaces and navigate steps without handrails. I was never unable to participate in an event including flights in the 12 passenger planes. My mobility issues were never a problem.
* At 66 years old I was able to witness the sunrise over the Serengeti from a Hot Air Balloon!!
Sarah Pitts
My recent trip to Kenya and Tanzania with Micato was a once-in-a-lifetime experience filled with breathtaking landscapes, awe-inspiring wildlife, and unforgettable moments with the most amazing group of women!
From witnessing the majestic animals and beauty of the Mara and the Serengeti, to the warmth of every staff member we encountered, every part of the journey was impeccably planned and truly magical. And our Safari Director, George, was the cherry on top!
This journey will remain a cherished memory in my heart and soul for years to come.
Chuck Ruggles
If you are not travelling with Micato , you should and you'll never regret it. After travelling with a personal Micato guides to Southern africa and now to India, we find the experiences unbeatable.
We have travelled to over 50 countries both on our own and with several major companies but Micato wins hands down.
Through planning and execution , trust them for a trip of a lifetime.
Never expected such an awesome trip to India ; kudos to Marion Miller, travel planner and Puneet Dan , our guide.
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Lillian Regen
Our Private Safari with Micato was amazing, incredible, extraordinary… we can’t say enough about Micato. Our guide, Rufus, was with us throughout the trip and was amazing in the bush describing everything and explaining everything. We learned so much and were pampered beyond words. Go with Micato if you are going on safari.
Steven Tulchin
Micato is a first class tour operator. Their India trip was excellent. Our guide and hotels were excellent. Our guide provided great insights about India's history and current times. Micato provides experiences that we could not do on our own. You are in very very good hands with Micato.
Kim van der Woerd
Our African Splendour trip with Micato Safaris was nothing short of extraordinary - from start to finish, the Micato team delivered seamless, luxurious and deeply enriching experience that went so far above and beyond our expectations. Starting with Ariel who we worked with to book our trip, to every since staff person who so generously hosted and guided us - every moment was memorable. The attention to detail was incredible.
Dexter was our guide in Cape Town - he brought Cape Town to live with his in-depth knowledge and passion for the history and socio-cultural landscape - the penguins, the wineries, the Cape of Good Hope - Dexter's in-depth knowledge about each location added so much meaning to each sight. Dexter's warmth and genuine care for us made this trip phenomenal. Wasfie was brilliant as well - the two of them were outstanding!
In Zimbabwe, we were hosted Werner who guided us through the Elephant Cafe, and the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls - as well as a dinner cruise on the Zambezi river which was incredible. His insights into local culture, biology, wildlife and more made this an exceptional stop.
we could talk for days and days about our experience with Steven, our guide through Kenya and Tanzania. Brilliant - absolutely brilliant. Steven held a deep wisdom and knowledge about the lands and creatures - his ability to navigate our group and pay attention to our unique personalities - his humour, intellect - over the top!
the three guides we worked with were hired for their incredible skills, and were so well connected - because of their fulsome extraordinary attention to details, all of the travel was smooth and seamless.
the hotels that were selected for this particular safari were outstanding. the staff at all of the hotels were incredibly generous and welcoming.
There were so many little surprises along the way that just made the whole trip so special.
All of the drivers were so incredibly skilled - their ability to track the animals and tell us what was happening (e.g., we just saw baboons, they knew the baboons were about to hunt a leopard); we felt incredibly safe - they were all a seamless team.
we also had the incredible treat to meet one of the founders - Jane Pinto while in Nairobi - her deep passion, care and commitment for her company and our wellbeing, her graciousness as a host was inherent!
there is so much more to say about this company - we are already planning our next trip with Micato with a couple of new locations - they are a treasure - thank you!