Micato Safaris Google Reviews
5.0 rating out of 602 reviews
Mary McKay
If I could give Micato more than 5 stars, I would. My experience on safari with them was amazing. The service from everyone was impeccable. We started working with Megan Button to book our safari and she was incredibly patient and helpful. She helped us decide which itinerary was most suited to what we wanted and she made sure we had everything we needed before we left. When we arrived in Nairobi we were met by the Micato concierge Mercy who made us feel so welcome and handled everything for us while we were there. It was comforting to know that if we needed anything at all she would be happy to help. Meeting Mrs. Pinto the first day of our safari was so nice. She recommended a place to buy some art and a tanzanite stone so I felt comfortable buying things from that store. Our safari director, Tito (Titus) was amazing. He was with us every step of the way and was always making sure we were comfortable, knew where we should be, arranging special things for us to see and do as well as giving us photography lessons that helped us take home some unbelievable photos. I cannot recommend Tito enough. He was very knowledgeable about every animal and bird we saw and was just a lot of fun to be with. All of our driver guides were great, especially George and Alphonso. They handled the vehicles expertly and knew the areas we were in well so we were able to see as many different animals as possible. The small extra touches and gifts along the way were just icing on the cake. It was a vacation I will never forget and I'm already trying to decide where to go next.
Todd Lutwak
Micato is Fantastic! I have done two trips of a lifetime with them. Add India to your Bucket list now. When going to India, Hem is the King.
Joel Greenberg
Micato is hands down the best luxury tour company - after going on a safari with them 12 years ago we just experienced India with Micato and could not have asked for anything more. Every detail is considered and taken care of to perfection - sites/itinerary, accommodations, transportation and meals. But most importantly, Micato’s tour guides and specifically Hem Singh, are phenomenal- unbelievably knowledgeable, personable, and a joy to be around. If you’re interested in seeing India (or going on a Safari) you must do it with Micato!
David Oyster
Jambo Jambo! (Hello! Hello!)
Wow! There aren't enough words to express the wonders of our photo safari to Tanzania during August 2024. One has to experience it for themselves. One can watch NatGeoWild yet it’s nothing like being there! The organization and care from Micato Safaris in preparation for our trip, shepherded by Bonnie Philbrick and Prachi Duttta stateside, was excellent. They kept us fully apprised for the months of planning we started in the fall of 2023.
From the minute we arrived at Kilimanjaro Airport, Nuru Mbise, our exceptionally great guide and director, was with us every step of the way. A couple times when he wasn't able to be at the Legendary Lodge, Josephine of Micato stepped in for him, and was always available to help with a smile. She was also present many other times, especially for our departure from the Arusha Coffee Lodge.
At the Legendary Lodge, a shout out to the staff; Ally and Ishmael were exceptionally wonderful. We arrived late at night and they still had us sit for dinner (when we expected the kitchen to be closed.) All the food was delicious and the service during our 3 day stay was impeccable.
Nuru kept traveling friends Mike & Carolyn, David and myself together in the same vehicle since we came together. There were two more vehicles in our cohesive group for a total of 13 very nice people. We traveled halfway around the world to meet a couple near our own neighborhood!
Abdul was our driver most of the time, and did an outstanding job. Abdul took charge when Nuru rotated between three vehicles. Abdul's knowledge of birds is tremendous, and he and Nuru have the sharpest vision; they can see and identify animals before anybody. At our last destination, the Migration Camp in Serengeti, Halfani was our driver who also did a great job.
Nuru was friendly, accommodating, helpful, knowledgeable. He also brought some luck, as he said there were several things we saw that he hadn't encountered in years.
We were surprised over and over again by the people, animals, views, picnics, service... everything. Fantastic! It raises the expression OMG to a whole new level.
We highly recommend Micato Safaris... there is great added value in every seamless step!
Its funny…Africa was originally not high on our bucket list. But returning to Africa with Micato Safaris is #1.
We will be back! Our Tanzania Spectacular Tour was truly SPECTACULAR!
Our only recommendation is to split up the trip. The flights are long and the jet lag can be brutal. Next time we will stay in Amsterdam a couple of days, then arrive in Africa a couple of days before the safari starts to acclimate! The return flight will be broken up as well. Our 40 hours to return was not very nice...even if first class...
Asante sana! (Thank you very much!)
Deborah & David
Dick Miles
A great trip with a great company- Micato. Second time on safari with Micato . Everything was great especially our guide Lucia Bellairs! She was with us the entire trip and became a family along with the 6 of us. Micato did another great job and their personal touch is outstanding! Richard Miles. St. Louis Mo.
Evelyn Kieltyka
Returned recently from their Botswana Wildness safari. No detail for our trip was too small. The Micato Guides were fantastic, seeing to our every need or request. The staff at all the camps were also there to ensure our comfort and maximizing our game drive experiences. The Okavango Delta is an amazing place and Micato made sure we were having an equally amazing time.