Our Micato Safari Experience
Luxury safari travel is a crowded space, with many companies competing for your attention.
After our recent experience with Micato, I can honestly say they set themselves apart.
We booked a 10-day Tanzania adventure with a Kenya add-on, and from the moment we
landed, the level of service was exceptional.
Our guide, Emmanuel Olais, met us at the airport and stayed with us throughout the entire trip.
There were no handoffs from one guide to another—just one consistent, knowledgeable and
incredibly thoughtful person by our side from beginning to end. Emmanuel was organized,
professional and genuinely invested in making our experience special.
And it was the little things that made such a big impression. Some days we sang the Jambo
song together. Other days, Emmanuel surprised us with an unexpected off-site lunch or a
thoughtful gift and bedtime story waiting on our beds when we returned from dinner. These
weren't things he had to do—they were the details that made us feel truly cared for and
important.
We were also celebrating my husband’s 60th birthday, and Emmanuel went above and beyond.
One evening, he arranged for a Maasai group to sing and perform during our birthday dinner.
Those are the moments, beyond the incredible wildlife and scenery, that we will remember for a
lifetime.
Our accommodations at each stop were equally memorable. We experienced luxury “glamping”
tents complete with private bathrooms and showers, and even stayed in a spectacular luxury
treehouse overlooking the surrounding terrain. Every property was unique, but they all had one
thing in common: the staff. The people who run these camps were among the warmest and
most welcoming people we have ever encountered. Their hospitality and attention to service
were truly exceptional.
A special thank-you to Jackie Ng’ang’a, who was an indispensable help when we had a
luggage issue. And of course, to our wonderful drivers, Salumu, John and Aaron, who kept us
safe while sharing their knowledge, stories and incredible enthusiasm throughout the journey.
Micato didn't simply show us Africa—they created an experience filled with personal touches,
unexpected surprises and memories we'll cherish for the rest of our lives.
We’re already looking forward to our next adventure with Micato: India!