点评:We just returned from a custom 16-day safari in Kenya organized by Odyssey Safari, and it was truly the trip of a lifetime. From start to finish, the logistics were handled with incredible care. Our flights booked through Kenya Airways were seamlessly planned, making long-distance travel completely stress-free. The accommodations throughout the journey were overall exceptionally well-appointed—we had just one minor blip at one property, but it hardly put a damper on what was otherwise a flawless, high-end experience. The pre-booked behind the scenes tours were superb as well and included an off-the-beaten path elephant sanctuary with a naughty giraffe, a museum in Nairobi, lion tracking, a night tour of the Savannah and the list goes on. Food was great and it was pretty easy to be vegan.
What elevated this adventure from a great trip to an extraordinary one, however, was our phenomenal team: our driver/guide, Erastus, and our photographer, John.
Erastus is hands-down the best driver and guide you could ask for on the savanna. His driving skills across tough terrain are top-tier, and his ability to spot wildlife is uncanny—he found us a unbelievable density and variety of animals. What we appreciated most was his balance and intuition: he possesses vast knowledge about the wildlife and local ecosystems, yet he never overwhelmed us with a non-stop talk track. He shared fascinating, insightful details when it mattered most, allowing us to absorb the quiet magic of the bush in between.
Having John as our dedicated photographer was an absolute game-changer. Instead of constantly viewing the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife through a camera lens or worrying about capturing "the shot," John’s expertise allowed us to be fully present in every moment. Knowing we would have professional-quality photos of our safari gave us total peace of mind to just sit back, watch, and take it all in.
If you are considering a custom safari in Kenya, we cannot recommend Odyssey Safari highly enough. Ask for Erastus and John—they truly made this an unforgettable journey!
翻译:我们刚刚结束了由Odyssey Safari安排的、为期16天的肯尼亚定制游,这绝对是一生中难以忘怀的旅程。从始至终,各项行程安排都细致入微、井然有序。通过肯尼亚航空预订的航班安排得十分完美,让我们的长途旅行毫无压力。整个旅程中所入住的酒店也都设施齐全、品质上乘——只有一家酒店出现了些小问题,不过也算不上什么大碍。不过,这丝毫没有影响整体堪称完美且高端的体验。事先预订的幕后参观行程也同样出色:我们参观了人迹罕至的大象保护区——那里还有一只调皮的长颈鹿;随后又去了内罗毕的博物馆、参与了狮子追踪活动,还进行了一次塞伦盖蒂的夜间游览,等等。食物也很美味,素食选择也相当丰富。
然而,真正让这次旅行从“出色”升华为“非凡”的,正是我们出色的团队:我们的司机兼向导埃拉斯图斯。还有我们的摄影师约翰。
毫无疑问,埃拉斯特斯是你在大草原上能遇到的最出色的司机兼向导。他在复杂地形中的驾驶技巧堪称一流,而发现野生动物的能力更是出神入化——他带我们看到了数量极多且种类繁多的动物。我们最为欣赏的是他的分寸感与直觉:他对野生动物及当地生态系统有着丰富的知识储备,但却从不会喋喋不休、用长篇大论来烦扰我们。他分享的种种趣闻都十分引人入胜。在最关键的时刻,约翰提供了许多富有洞见的细节描述,让我们得以沉浸在荒野间那份静谧而奇妙的氛围中。
有约翰这样一位专职摄影师相伴,真是彻底改变了我们的体验。我们无需再时刻透过相机镜头去欣赏那些令人叹为观止的风景与野生动物,也不必费心去想着如何拍下“完美的一张”。约翰的专业能力让我们能够全情投入于每一个瞬间。知道自己会拥有专业水准的野营旅行照片后,我们便可以心无挂虑地放松下来,尽情观赏四周的一切了。好好享受这一切吧。
如果您正考虑在肯尼亚安排一次定制游猎之旅,我们极力推荐Odyssey Safari。一定要找Erastus和John——他们真的让这次旅程成为了一段难忘的回忆!