jeffrey green

Review of Thomson Safaris

My wife and I can't begin to express how wonderful...

My wife and I can't begin to express how wonderful this trip was. At times we felt we were being sent back to "the creation" (figuratively speaking), and at Oldevie Gorge, perhaps we were. Our guide, Freddy, was outstanding as was the entire staff at each camp location. I was disappointed not to have more people in our group prior to leaving, but after seeing the packed trucks of some other safaris and people there struggling to get good views of the wildlife I realized how lucky we were. The camp accommodations were very well thought out and, of course, Gibbs was fabulous. While we had little time there we got in a nature walk and a good swim in the pool (gorgeous location overlooking the coffee plantation) to stretch our muscles and bones after many days of long, bumpy traveling. And, of course, the food and service there excelled. We also enjoyed the cultural side, especially visiting and learning about the Masai, seeing the clinic and talking to the nurse there. We are thinking about how to be helpful there, but a gift to FOTZC will certainly be forthcoming. All in all, well done Thomson!