The PearlAfric Team
Pearl Afric Tours & Travel
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2003)
- Member Of:
- AUTO, Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) & Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $30 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Andreas | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect arranged tour and holiday
We met Pearl Afric Tours & Travel (Innocent) in Vienna on the holiday fair. We were convinced from the beginning that this will be the best operator for our holiday.
From the arriving in Entebbe till the time we were brought back to the airport we were very well looked after. Our driver Paul had answers to all our questions and he fulfilled all our wishes.
All the lodges which were organized from Pearl Afric were very nice, clean and the food was very delicious. The staff was very friendly.
We can recommend Pearl Afric Tours & Travel to everyone!
BE
Email Geert & Sigrid | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Don't hesitate to choose Pearl Afric for your tour through Uganda!
We really enjoyed the perfect service and organization that was offered by Pearl Afric on our trip through Uganda. The roundtrip the agencies follow is usually the same, differences between the operators are therefore often found in smaller details. We had the impression that Pearl Afric provides a more personal approach than the larger companies. For example, in Fort Portal we stayed overnight in a B&B rather than in yet another lodge which gave us a very good view on the life in a smaller African town.
Innocent is a lovely person, who will give you the best service with the best intentions. Don’t let yourself be put off by the slightly messier format of the offer compared to the slick European standards, neither by the typical African English (we find it very charming!). Besides, we found it important to directly invest in a local based company rather than to organise things through (European) middlemen. No need to say that you also save a considerable amount of money this way.
Pearl Afric is 100% trustable, but maybe it gives some people an awkward feeling having to organise everything from 1000 km’s away via e-mail. We can confirm this works out fine and are happy to alleviate any confusion or worries when it comes to that.
Finally a last tip regarding the payment: this can also be done by a bank transfer to a Dutch account of Innocent’s wife, Ms. Janssen. We have arranged the down payment this way. Also possible is to bring cash money to Uganda, but from experience we know that (North?) Europeans rather prefer paying in an electronic way….up to you. Enjoy your stay in this marvellous country!
BE
Email Anita Hoekstra | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent tour operator
During the years from 2008 to 2012, when I was lucky to live and work in Uganda, I have travelled quite a few times with the assistance of Pearl Afric Tours & Travel. I got to know the manager Innocent Manda personally. Every time I was very happy with the driver/guide. As I always travelled alone he made me feel special and always tried hard to show me the animals I hoped to see. My trips were always very well organised. I keep unforgettable memories of all the trips I have made, in particular of my very last trip to the mountain gorillas in the Bwindi National Park.
I would recommend this travel agent to everyone who plans to visit the national parks in Uganda!
IE
Email Kevin Murphy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
I can't recommend this adventure with Pearl Afric highly enough. YOU MUST GO!
iThis was my second experience of Murchison Falls National Park with Pearl Afric Tours & Travel and once again it was 3 days to remember!
We were picked up promptly from our accommodation and from that point to the moment that we returned I only have positive words to say about Pearl Afric and the adventure. Our driver Paul was excellent in every aspect. The rhino reserve was an absolutely unbelievable experience. Murchison Falls National Park is stunning in every aspect. Accommodation was excellent. Murchison Falls itself is beautiful.
This trip with Pearl Afric is highly recommended!!!
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Email Marianne Luitjes | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I had a very beautiful tour of 15 days visiting several wild parks with beautiful lodges
Everything was well organised. I had a splendid driver and guide, Sam Wako. He had a lot lot of knowledge about the animals, plants and the history of Uganda and the several communities. He was flexibel and arranged the programm very wellicht. Compliments to Sam!!
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Email Gert Pauwels | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
21 days amazing Uganda nature and culture experience
After a first experience of my parents-in-law travelling through Uganda with PearlAfric back in 2013, we decided in 2021 to get in touch again with PearlAfric for organizing a tour we wanted to do in 2022 with the whole family (11 people, 3 families). As from the start the communication with Innocent from PearlAfric was very open, friendly and professionally. The whole process of deciding on the exact tour, taking into account our wishes, leaving flexibility when needed (eg. to visit a local project we have been supporting for many years) and overcoming some hurdles (like getting the youngest of 12 approved for the gorilla trekking) was very constructive, very efficient and very well managed.
With a good peace of mind we took our plane on the 22nd of July 2022 to Uganda. From our arrival at Entebbe, until flying back home, every single thing was perfectly organized and we were the whole time in the very capable hands of our experienced drivers/guides Tony (Hannington) and Abdul. We have had so many interesting, amazing, touching and inspiring experiences, meeting the local cultures throughout Uganda, visiting the national parks discovering so many wonderful animals (benefiting from the expert eyes and knowledge of our guides), enjoying the beautiful lodges and enjoying the lovely and super friendly people of Uganda.
Just before our last week of the 3 weeks, Abdul suddenly had to leave for personal reasons and PearlAfric managed a swift replacement of Abdul (giving him the time needed) by Prim, another excellent driver/guide. This is just another proof of the quality of the team of PearlAfric, and the heart of PearlAfric for its team. Special thanks also to Tony for his care, his problemsolving skills and his professionalism.
We always prefer, when travelling through countries in other continents, to work with local travel companies, because they know their own countries the best, we ensure that what we pay is 100% benefiting the local country and you can get very good value for money. PearlAfric is an excellent proof that this approach is a very good choice.
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Email Orla | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Brilliant Experience!
Everything was organised for us so well. If there were any issues they were addressed straight away and sorted for us. Abdul was a brilliant guide. Innocent helped us even after we came home! Can’t recommend enough!
IE
Email Fiona | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Easy communication and wonderful experience
We booked with Pearl Afric Tours before our trip to Uganda. We found Innocent easy to deal with, quick to respond to our queries and helpful with the information he gave. We were working in a local hospital and he was really helpful at sending some essential equipment sown with the driver for us.
Our driver was very friendly and knowledgeable a's were the guides for the gorilla trek. Accommodation was really lovey and we felt very looked after.
Seeing the gorillas was an experience of a lifetime and I'd highly recommend going with Pearl Afric Tours.
Email Rosemary and Tony | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fabulous safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Pearl Afric arranged our travel and ranger for our safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park. We were met before the day of departure at our hotel to confirm the arrangements and make the necessary payments. It was a brilliant safari, the driver, Abdul, tried to make sure that we had every comfort for the long journey to and from Kampala and ensured that we maximised our time on safari. I was particularly keen to see tree climbing lions and we did!
Reply from Pearl Afric Tours & Travel
Posted on May 12, 2017Thank you so much Rosemary and Tony , we are glad you Enjoyed your trip and we hope to see you again and also get more recommendations from your side .Thank you
Pearlafric Team
Email Gerri | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great company to travel with!
This is my third time going on a trip with Pearl Afric - one white water rafting and two safaris all in Uganda it was very well organised from start to finish. The staff were so helpful and friendly and I'd definitely recommend Pearl Afric