The Grassrootz Adventures Dream Team 2023
Grassrootz Adventures
- Located In:
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Netherlands
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- UTB, UCF & UCOTA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $75 to $500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Isabelle | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing 11 day safari- well organized and uncomplicated
Grassrootz offers taylor made tours in Uganda. After considering different options that Sander planned for us (all of them were very detailed and well visualized), we decided for a 11 day safari incl. gorilla trekking. Before the trip we got a very well plan of our trip and useful information.
Thanks to grassrootz, we had 11 amazing days in Uganda. We did not need to worry about anything. Everything was well organized and the accommodations were well chosen. All this was crowed by our very skilled personal guide/ driver David. Thanks a lot!
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Email Ekaterina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
1 hour with gorillas
Got a 3 days gorillas tracking tour. Upon arrival, were met. Our driver David was pleasant in communication. He was always ready to stop so that we take photographs or for relaxation. Helped in money exchange matters. The transfer from Entebbe airport to the forest itself is quite lengthy (9 hours). Almost the entire road is asphalt, off-road is only the last 40 minutes of the journey. The road lies through the villages, which is quite interesting.
I recommend Mid-range accommodation, we stayed at a budget campsite, it was hard for me to share a bathroom / toilet with other people, despite the fact that the bathroom / toilet was outside. Water is hot only during the day, electricity is only a few hours a day.
Although initially I wanted to get just this experience of living.
On the second day, the tracking itself to the gorillas themselves. I recommend comfortable hiking shoes, pants, a long-sleeved shirt and a raincoat just in case. The climb to the gorillas itself did not take us much time, in fact, half an hour after we entered the forest, the gorillas were waiting for us (all the preparation and instruction took longer). The gorillas themselves are very interesting. We approached them quite close, actually at arm's length. We saw silver back, mom, cub. Somewhere in the bushes was another male. And another female was able to see. In total, they were near the gorillas for about 40 minutes. Then all the gorillas left.
The event, of course, is not cheap, but it's worth it. The only thing I regret is that I learned about the opportunity to spend with the gorillas not 1 hour, but 4 hours, following them through the forest, after we had to fly away. Of course, at a cost it is much more expensive, but there will be 4 times more emotions)) So, most likely, we will return to Uganda again for a longer period, at the same time we will order other excursions.
The third day is the road in the opposite direction. We also managed on the way to make several stops for beautiful photos.
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Email Eveline | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
excellent tour operator, who listens to your wishes!
Communications were great, via email en telephone. Sander organized our trip very well.
It's a beautiful country, we saw so much. It's by far the most beautiful country we've ever been.
Paul our driver and guide was very nice to be with. He's a safe driver and a good guide and spotter of wild life!
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Email Thomas N. | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
best organization and personal care
We enjoyed our 3 weeks adventure with Grassrootz very much. It was well prepared, intense, inspiring, impressively, sometimes overwhelming!
With David, our driver and guide we had a sensitive person, which has not only all the necessary knowledge of the country, the people and the nature, but also perfect ability to drive even the most difficult roads. He was highly sensible to all our wishes and needs and helpfull whenever needed.
We liked his view of the country, his respectfull treatening of everything, starting by the nature, the animals, children, people on the road and last but not least us as customers. He hat a extraordinary patience with his us and handled difficult situations quiet and solutions-oriented. We can recommend David and Grassrootz unlimited with the highest scores.
Thanks for this unforgettable adventure.
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Email Tor | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Safari Tour Operator
I highly recommend Grassrootz for safaris in East Africa. I could not have asked for a better experience. They know the place very well and listen to your wishes and can thus create an unique experience. Very professional organization and planning if the trip by Sander with lots of attention to details - you are well taken care of before you arrive and he is constantly making sure everything runs smoothly. Well chosen lodged and travel itinerary. Great back office support by Anna who is always approachable and quick to find solutions. And a best of class tour guide Emma. Very knowledgeable un flora and fauna and the local history and culture. Fun to travel with. Excellent driver. He also has great personal relationships with the locals you will meet and makes this more than a safari but a cultural experience. Grassrootz is the only company I will consider for future travel in the region. I put my complete trust in them to create a perfect experience on your vacation as well.
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Email Letty | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
above all: authentic friendly, hospitable and flexible and also making your stay worth.
Uganda was a completely unknown country for us to go, we were never in the middle of Africa before. It was nice to be with a local who was there for you and who also liked being your guide and talk with you about the country and all other stuff that might come up. The tour was well organized and when we changed our mind about seeing something else it was no problem to adjust the schedule. Before leaving and during the trip it was easy possible to contact the tour operator with worries about some events (ebola in west-uganda at that time) and we felt comforted after contact. So in one word: TOP!
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Email W&J | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very special holiday in Uganda organized by Grassrootz
We very much enjoyed our special holiday in Uganda organized by Grassrootz. There was a varied program of safaris by car, boat and on foot. In between we enjoyed the car trips throughout a beautiful country with a big variety of landscapes. The Uganda people are very friendly and show great hospitality without being intrusive. The organization by Grassrootz was excellent, and the guide told us a lot about the country, customs and history. The accommodation and food, at our chosen service level, were of good quality. All in all highly recommended!
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Email EnigMa vof | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Perfect touroperator in an amazing country!
Three weeks optimally enjoyed many facets in this versatile country. From the hectics in Kampala to quad driving and rafting near Jinja, next to the Nile. Furthermore, we visited tribes in their traditional living environment, saw the most beautiful wildlife parks and went into the jungle to spot chimpanzees + gorillas. It was one big party!
Also the varied accommodations contributed to this, but especially our guide/driver David. His knowledge of business, sense of humor and warm personality we'll Always remember.
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Email Kai | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Nice contact, helpful and good prepaid.
It was a really cool experience, nice country and lovely people.
And my guide and driver Paul was also the perfect man for my trip. We had a lot of fun and he knowes many interesting facts about the areas, people and everything else I was asking for.
My highlight of the journey was the gorilla tracking - amazing!
Thanks for all the impressions and adventures.
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Email Joeran | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3 week guided Safari Uganda including 1 week in Kidepo
The general planning process was highly individual and amazing. It was easy to include everybody and their wishes into the schedule.
The trip went great, we kept (in my eyes) unexpectatly well to the tight schedule and had a lot of luck with animal sightings and weather conditions. Our guides were well organized and provided an amazing experience.
Thanks a lot to Sander and the rest of the Grassrootz Family.
