Travel reviews by A&L Polo from USA
Review Distribution
Total number of trips
1
Countries visited
6
Lodges stayed in
9
Excursions taken
4
My Dec 2023 trip
Kenya and 5 other countries between 18 Dec 2023 and 7 Jan 2024
Looking back, perhaps the most wonderful thing was the feeling that someone was in control and we didn’t have to worry about anything.
It was wonderful. Thanks a lot!!!"
Arranged By Jessica Plumb
Mount Nelson Hotel
"Mount Nelson Hotel review"
Splash Camp
"Splash Camp review"
Safari guide was just amazing both as a person and as a professional.
As for accommodation we would wish it to be a bit cleaner."
Cheetah
2 sightings
Elephant
3 sightings
Hippo
2 sightings
Leopard
1 sighting
Spotted Hyena
2 sightings
Wild dog
4 sightings
Wildebeest
3 sightings
Zebra
3 sightings
Ilala Lodge
"Ilala Lodge review"
From another hand we learned next morning how they are trying to fight this situation which is not depend on them and they also settled an issue with us by moving us to the sister hotel Palm River with with very quiet surroundings.
Regarding the location relative to the waterfall - it's perfect walking distance.
So, we would recommend to check about loud music if you sensitive for the matter and go there at weekend or holiday (as we did)."
Palm River Hotel
"Palm River Hotel review"
Ra-Ikane River Cruise
"Ra-Ikane River Cruise review"
24 Dec 2023 • All-day excursion
Hippos and crocodiles in the river, antelopes on the shore and beautiful sunset on the top of that.
Excellent!!!
Four Points Nairobi Airport
"Four Points Nairobi Airport review"
Tawi Lodge
"Tawi Lodge review"
The best thing there is the view of Kilimanjaro mountain.
The worst thing there is the game drives in Amboseli National Park that is full of cars and the only traffic there is on the roads (off-road is not aloud). One cat that comes out to the road attracts two dozen cars filled with people. Formally we saw a lot of animals from a distance and some of them pretty close but in fact we didn’t enjoy it."
Cheetah
1 sighting
Elephant
10+ sightings
Gerenuk
5 sightings
Giraffe
5 sightings
Leopard
1 sighting
Oryx
1 sighting
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
Wildebeest
1 sighting
Zebra
5 sightings
Kicheche Bush Camp
"Kicheche Bush Camp review"
We have not encountered such a warm and sincerely friendly atmosphere as in this camp anywhere else.
This is absolutely amazing place from all the aspects."
Buffalo
3 sightings
Cheetah
2 sightings
Eland
5 sightings
Elephant
5 sightings
Giraffe
5 sightings
Hippo
2 sightings
Leopard
2 sightings
Lion
3 sightings
Spotted Hyena
5 sightings
Wildebeest
2 sightings
Zebra
5 sightings
Serengeti under Canvas
"Serengeti under Canvas review"
The movement of the endless herd of wildebeests and zebras is mesmerizing. It was an amazing experience.
Unfortunately the camp itself disappointed us. It's poorly adapted to rainy cool weather. Food is mediocre. It is clear that the staff is trying to do everything in their power, but their capabilities are apparently limited.
We expected something better from "and beyond"."
Cheetah
2 sightings
Elephant
2 sightings
Giraffe
10+ sightings
Leopard
1 sighting
Lion
10+ sightings
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
Wildebeest
10+ sightings
Zebra
10+ sightings
Bishop's House
"Bishop's House review"
Mountain Gorilla
2 sightings
Gorilla Trekking Safari
"Gorilla Trekking Safari review"
5 Jan 2024 • Morning excursion
Gorilla Trekking Safari
"Gorilla Trekking Safari review"
6 Jan 2024 • Morning excursion
Kigali Tour and Genocide Memorial Visit
"Kigali Tour and Genocide Memorial Visit review"
7 Jan 2024 • Afternoon excursion
What we liked most was the overall atmosphere of the place.
It’s a bit of a pity that we got here at the very beginning of our safari route and not in the middle, when you want to relax and unwind in comfort and coziness."