Micato Safaris Reviews

My wife and I have 5 young adult children and have traveled the world with them as a family. Without a doubt- our trip to Tanzania with Micato was the best trip I have ever been on and everyone in the family agrees. Every detail of the trip is perfect and the anticipation of what you need is unlike anything I have ever experienced. Our safari guide was Nuru Mbisw and if possible I would strongly suggest you ask for him. Nuru worked tirelessly to take care of our every need- from safari breakfasts, to hot air balloons, to finding the right suitcase to help us bring home all of our new gifts and souvenirs. My kids all had tears in their eyes when we said goodbye to Nuru at the airport and we have continued to stay in touch by phone and text. Thank you Micato for the trip of a lifetime and thank you Nuru!!

This was seriously the best trip I have ever been on! The most amazing, worry-free experience, all thanks to Micato. We saw so many amazing things and our guides knew the answer to just about every one of our endless questions. 10/10 recommend!!

This is our second trip with Micato (previously went to India with them in 2023). 4 of us did the East African Splendour tour. We had no hesitation with booking with Micato again because our India experience was so terrific. My wife and I travel a lot, and we've never had experiences like we've had with Micato. The people are all tremendous. The friendliness, professionalism, and knowledge they exhibit surpasses anything we've experienced. The hotels we stayed in were so unique and truly special in each area we visited. The game drives and guides were all so good. We saw so many unique things. It was truly awesome to see the animals up close and feel some of the African natural experience. Both our trips always featured Micato "extras". Our favorite on this trip was a surprise "picnic" for our group (of just 8 total people) in Ngorongoro Crater. We bypassed the overcrowded picnic area used by the other safari groups and drove into a beautiful spot in the bush (supposedly to see a new baby elephant they had discovered) only to find a small shady clearing with members from the hotel grilling a full meal, serving drinks and generally just spoiling us terribly (which happens everywhere Micato goes). A great surprise and an amazing location for it. And I'd be remiss not to mention the final day we spent with Micato in Nairobi. We stayed over for an extra day for travel reasons. Micato is deeply involved in Kenya through their AmericaShare program. We went to the Harambee Center in the slums of Nairobi where Micato supports the children of the area by providing educational opportunities and schooling they'd otherwise not receive. For every person who takes a Micato tour, another child goes to school for a year. It's an eye opening experience and one that has us wanting to help support them. A special shoutout to the Micato individuals who made the experience so terrific: Marion, our travel advisor who worked with us for both our Micato trips. Mercy, our concierge (and an Harambee Center graduate) who may be one of the nicest and most wonderful people we've ever met. And last but not least, Johnson, our Safari director for 2 weeks. Johnson managed everything for our tour and did it with great humor and skill. He really made the safari special and memorable for our family. He's also made us promise to come back again so we can visit Rwanda and other areas. It's a long trip, but totally worth it with Micato (and Johnson) in charge. We'll definitely be back again with Micato. Seeing Africa will always be amazing, but seeing it with Micato is the only way to go.

My recent Micato experience was nothing short of exceptional. Our Safari Director and Concierge team were always smiling and available to assist with any request, no matter how large or how small. The safari camps were very comfortable and equipped with modern conveniences, all of which utilized solar energy. Meals were an experience not to be forgotten. Regional dishes made use of locally sourced ingredients and were expertly prepared and served. Our Safari Director possessed an abundance of knowledge regarding all the wildlife that we viewed on our twice daily game drives. I highly recommend choosing Micato Safaris for an experience that you will cherish long after you return home.

The best safari experience I could have ever imagined! I cannot recommend Micato Safaris enough. From the moment we started planning until the final goodbye, everything was handled with the utmost professionalism, care, and genuine warmth. The guides were beyond knowledgeable, sharing not just wildlife insights but also expressing the deep love of their home with us. Every detail was handled, from seamless transfers to beautifully curated lodges and camps, and thoughtful touches along the way that made us feel so welcome. The itinerary was perfectly paced, combining incredible game drives with opportunities to connect more personally with local communities. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I feel so grateful to have trusted Micato for this adventure. If you are considering a safari, go with Micato, I promise they will exceed your expectations in every way!

Micato Safaris completely exceeded my expectations. From the moment we arrived, everything felt seamless, luxurious, and incredibly personal. The guides were warm, knowledgeable, and made every moment feel special — never scripted. What truly sets Micato apart is their heart. Their deep local expertise and commitment to community and conservation added so much meaning to the experience. I walked away inspired, grateful, and already dreaming of the next trip.

We went on the safari of a lifetime with Micato. The trip was perfect from the start. We requested a private trip with exceptional experiences and were not disappointed. The animal sighting was so amazing and the trek to see the Mountain Gorillas was magical. We left just wanting to come back. Our guides were exceptional and we still keep in contact with them. Micato went above and beyond with everything from the travel, accommodations and experiences we had. Thank you so very much for a trip we will always cherish. Sincerely, Tamra & Dan

Our Micato Namibia & Botswana safari was as always beyond expectations. Our third Micato trip, with each one being unique. Looking forward to planning our next trip with Micato.

The trip from start to finish was unbelievable. Micato thought of everything you could possibly need or want, whether it was the sincere happy welcome, kindly staff everywhere, amazing food, and our guide Kennedy felt like family by the time we left. He was so informative and thoughtful. The lodging was fantastic everywhere we went, and Kennedy helped us through all of the airports, rode with us on all of the airplanes, game runs, etc. The scenery in East Africa was amazing. There isnt a picture though that can convey the way you feel when you are up close to a Lion, Hyena, Topi, Gazelle, Elephant and other animals. What a feeling. Literally every moment was either fun, exciting or relaxing. I have referred Micato to several family members and clients and will one day myself go back to Africa someday and of course use Micato. The trip was the experience of a lifetime. Thank you Micato!

I knew Micato’s reputation as the “best of the best” safari operator, but it’s one thing to read about it and another to actually experience it. From the moment we arrived at the airport in Nairobi, every conceivable detail was managed expertly. Even more impressive than the logistics excellence, however, was the genuine warmth and kindness that our family received from every single person we interacted with. I’d recommend a Micato safari for anyone, but I think it’s particularly special for a family group. Because every detail of the trip was handled so flawlessly by Micato, our whole group was freed up to simply be together and marvel at the unique beauty of our surroundings. While every Micato person was amazing, our safari director Philip warrants a special shout out. He has a deep wealth of knowledge on seemingly everything, is kind and wise, and so clearly loves his work. Our group came upon two lionesses and their eight cubs playing in the tall grass late one afternoon. As we watched them in silence from 20 feet away for over an hour, I think Philip was even more excited than we were. I’ve heard similar stories from many other Micato travelers about their safari directors. It's so clear that Micato is the type of company that attracts and retains remarkable people. A few weeks after we got home, our family was talking about other possible destinations for future travel. My first choice would definitely be another safari with Micato. It’s hard to imagine any place more magical, and impossible to imagine a company that could create a more wonderful safari experience.

Vacation of a lifetime! Micato was the best.

A trip oof a lifetime. Micato took care of everything. All we had to do was show up. I highly recommend Micato!!!!

We booked this safari with extremely high expectations and you delivered! Your staff, from beginning to end, was spot on. The food was delicious and plentiful. Our guides Judith, Leza and Shamalya we personable (sweet as pie!) and catered our every whim. They explained the camps work around the animals, and that's exactly what they did! A trip of a lifetime. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Roberta and Dennis

Micato Safari is not just a tour, it is a beyond any expectation you might have. From the moment you land to the time you leave, you are embraced by personal service beyond any expectations. The guides are so knowledgeable and calm. You don’t want the African safari experience to end. Five stars does not capture the experience we had- it was much higher. We will do this again.

Put to rest any doubts or deliberation you may have about embarking on a safari adventure. Invest in a Micato safari. You will not regret it. My husband, our two college aged children, and I returned from our tour of East Africa three days ago. We have traveled in the United States but are not seasoned international travelers and one of us has multiple severe food allergies, so we had some concerns. An African safari was a dream of ours, however, so we decided to put our trust in Micato. There are no words to express the fantastic experience and care that Micato provided. They will take you on a life-changing experience supported by an impeccable network of safari guides, drivers, and concierge support. The depth of professional knowledge, and I believe heartfelt care, that they provide is seamless. I can honestly say that I have never experienced such a high level of commitment to imparting knowledge and hospitality. While it is a highly professional company, there is a genuine warmth that touches your heart right from your first steps into this adventure. They extend their offer for you to trust them and you absolutely can. One moment that I will never forget is when I climbed out of our balloon basket after landing in the Masai Mara. As I stepped down into the grass, I was surprised because the ground was very uneven, and I felt my foot nestle into what seemed to be a hole. In regaining my balance, I realized it wasn’t it a hole at all, but I had stepped into an elephant footprint! Can you imagine? It was such a quiet, personal, unexpected, and quick moment, yet it had somehow connected the enormity of what I had been seeing on safari to my soul. It was like I was inside a presence within that footprint. I don’t want to reveal the many surprises you will encounter on this trip but know that if you choose Micato, you are in for transformative experiences. For us, we knew the general itinerary, but every day was like opening a new and exciting door. So, again, trust in Micato and let yourself be guided into the new worlds that Micato can show you. We love our safari guide and conservationist, Peter, for his ability to weave his intricate knowledge of Africa’s natural world and culture into the fiber of our hearts. He is a man of great depth and wise humor. We won’t ever forget him. We thank all the people who so graciously helped us but especially Jacki who, along with Peter was our initial contact on the ground in Africa and always made sure we were fine. She offers top-level organizational skills (with a beautiful smile) went out of her way to find fun foods that would work with within our food restrictions and was even willing to find us a battery charger for our camera when we thought we needed one. We thank all our drivers who transported us safely from Charles in Nairobi, to George, Mishek, Roderick, finally Elphi at the Ngorongoro crater. Finally, our tremendous thanks go to Carson Huffstetter, our first contact with Micato and the person who made us believe that it would be possible for us to take this trip. She helped us prepare for our trip months before we even stepped foot in Africa and we will always be grateful to her for her support. My last words in this review will be to again encourage you take this exceptional journey with Micato! Put any reservations aside. This company meets the highest standards of travel on all fronts, and we pray that someday we will be able to have another Micato adventure. Thank you Micato. Ise Kannebecker Pennsylvania

Micato Safaris was everything that I hoped for and then some. They exceeded my expectations and went above and beyond with every little detail. If I could, I would travel again with Micato in a heartbeat!

We will be traveling with Micato Safaris in just a few weeks and I can hardly wait. We first experienced Africa with them in 2008. It was such an amazing experience that when we decided to go back to Africa, we didn’t bother looking at any other company. When Micato says they take care of everything from the moment you are greeted at the airport until the moment you are returned to the airport, they mean it. We never had to think about logistics, a meal, nor tipping anyone (although we chose to give a monetary gift to our Safari Guide and the Driver Guides because their service was way above and beyond anything we could have hoped to experience). For example, I somehow lost my sunglasses in their case on one of the bush flights. I mentioned it to Patrick Angugo, our fantastic Safari Guide, and next thing I know my glasses are being delivered to my room! Patrick was also responsible for one of my most treasured memories from that trip. I have always been intrigued by the history of man and greatly admired the work done by the Leakey family to advance our knowledge of our human beginnings. I had told Patrick about this early in the trip. On one of our last days we were at the airport in Tanzania and Patrick quietly informed me that Meave Leakey was going to be on our plane. He let me know she is a very private person and not to make a fuss. Luckily, she was seated behind us on the plane and I was able to meet her and say thank you for the amazing work she had done! It was incredible! Micato does so many things to make you feel like you are not just a client but a treasured guest. Our first night in Nairobi, our group was invited to the home of Felix and Jane Pinto, the owners of Micato Safaris! The meal was incredible and they even had a birthday cake for my husband whose birthday was occurring shortly after our return from our safari! Micato has continued to send us yearly Christmas cards and ornaments even though our trip was 17 years ago! These are just the little things beyond the phenomenal food, lodgings, and game drives! Every part of our trip was way above our expectations and I can’t wait to return to Africa with Micato Safaris!

I have only good things to say about Micato! Our safari was an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience. I am going to include names, apologies for any misspellings. Our safari guide was Peter, who was unbelievably knowledgeable on all of the wildlife and geography and more than happy to answer any and all questions. As a someone whose primary interest was in the myriad of animal facts, I felt like he was the perfect fit. Our concierge was Jackie, who catered to our every need and always went the extra mile. Jackie and Peter were a phenomenal team, with the most obvious evidence being a flight complication that was solved before we heard the problem! I have a number of very severe food allergies and every eating arrangement was handled smoothly(and the food was incredible!). And considering that was my primary concern before the trip, it speaks volumes to the quality of service I experienced. Our drivers, Charles, George, Mishek, Roderick, and Eli, were all excellent in their roles as well. Our time was spent exclusively in Kenya and Tanzania, which were absolutely beautiful! All the best to the Micato team and I pray I will be able to return!

Our multiple safari's (Passage Through Botswana and Zimbabwe) were to start on 5 May in Johannesburg, South Africa...unfortunately our flights were delayed (due to air traffic control issues in Newark, NJ) and we arrived both late and without our luggage. When we arrived 2 days later than expected we were greeted by 3 Micato representatives who provided us with all of the toiletries, clothing etc. that we were without (at no charge to us}. It was wonderful! We were "green-lighted" through customs and connecting flights...and were able to participate in the late pm safari drive! The attention to detail at each of the camps we visited were most appreciated. Our first Safari Director was Lucia Bellairs...a South African native...her attention to detail was beyond any expectations. We truly appreciated her ability to use the "what's app" to notify our entire group of upcoming events, schedules and a listing of animals that were sighted that day. This included pictures and videos! We were very impressed with the meals, accommodations, game drives, and experienced guides that could answer any and all questions posed to them....which included a helicopter flight over Victoria Falls (etc)..upon conclusion of Safari Number 1, Lucia was still our guide/director for a 4 night/3 day extension in Cape Town. Upon conclusion of the extension in Cape Town she whisked us off to Safari #2 starting in Kenya. Upon arrival we were greeted by our driver (Sula) to meet our group and guide (Patrick Nyaleta) who has been with Micato for 28 years! Our second safari (20 May - 5 June 2025} began with a wonderful visit to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Orphanage for elephants and rhino. We appreciated being up close and personal with them...especially the babies (orphans that are 3 years old or younger)! The Giraffe Centre enabled us to hand-feed the Rothschild giraffes and also visit the home of Karen von Blixen "Out of Africa" author! We also enjoyed each and every game drive! The Toyota Land Cruisers were perfect for viewing and fresh air. Our hot air balloon experience was perfect...and a lovely finish with a champagne breakfast. The experience of ascending to the rim of Ngorongoro Crater (at Serengeti National Park) was fantastic...the animals were numerous and varied! During the gorilla treks at Volcanoes National Park we were very impressed with our porters and guides...they didn't leave our side and held our hands for the entire trek! The gorillas were amazing and very interested in us as well...we loved the babies! The Golden Monkeys in Kigali were also fantastic! They were active and very curious...our guides explained everything we questioned in a very understandable way. We were very grateful for all of them during our African visit! In closing, we are very grateful to have been able to experience Africa with Micato. From the start of the process with Carson Huffstutter to the thoughtful gifts left in our room each night... as well as the "Sundowners" events each evening. The trip was well worth the money spent and the memories we will keep close to our heart. Thank you, Deb and Steve Van Pelt Clermont, Florida