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
NL
Email Astrid | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Flexible with great service!
Had a fantastic trip with super good service!
Almost 2 years before the actual departure date, the first plans were made with Sander. Due to Covid, the plans have been postponed a number of times, which was never made difficult. Not even when the departure date was approaching, but the infections were rising rapidly. Even then we were able to decide last minute whether or not to go. Finally decided to go and never regretted it. You can make agreements with the guide about how to deal with, for example, wearing a face mask and this is respected. In the end (due to circumstances other than Covid) the trip had to be canceled early, but this was no problem at all and everything could be arranged. When our guide, Moses, was told that we were going home earlier, he did everything he could to get the most out of our trip.
All in all a very good experience with Grassrootz. They completely unburden you and do everything they can to give you an unforgettable holiday.
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CA
Email John | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Trip!
Great tour from start to finish!! Interested in an Ugandan Safari including Chimpanzee and Gorilla treking, I reached out to many companies. Sander was one of the first to reply and he put together a comprehensive package that was very detailed and easy to follow. After a few messages I booked a two week fully guided trip.
Sander set me up with David Otto who was an excellent guide. David has been a guide for some time, he is easy to talk to and has extensive knowledge about Uganda. David has great contacts throughout the country to make sure you get that little bit extra from each experience have a great trip.
The accommodations and service provided at the lodges organized was top notch, I could not have asked for more. The food was fantastic. If you are planning a trip to Uganda this is the company to go with!!
DE
Email Jessica | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
What an adventure with Grassrootz Adventures!
With Grassrootz we went on our 22-day-safari in Uganda. It totally met my expectations, well no, it exceeded! Sander was very patient and helpful with preparing the tour with me during Covid times. From the first contact and itinerary I felt good with it. Now we are back and I am truly glad and thankful for this trip and how everything went. From our first contact with our driver and guide Paul we felt good in Uganda. The accommodations were awesome, all of them. we felt highly welcomed everywhere, people are so friendly, we enjoyed it so much and everyone had a part that we felt secure and comfortable.
We had a few days up at Kidepo, which was a blast for animals, landscape and magic - and is highly recommended. Grassrootz offer you many community camps. you can change everything at the safari like you wish, „ultimate flexibilty“ like Paul were used to say!
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Email Nickolas Stafford | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mar-Apr 13 day / 12 night Ugandan experience
My wife and I recently returned from a 13 day / 12 night Uganda safari covering Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Albert, Kibale Forest National Park, Southern Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Lake Mburo National Park. The trip incorporated the chimpanzee, gorilla and lion trekking options as well as cruises on the Nile, the Kazinga Channel and Lake Mburo. We chose Grassrootz Adventures for their professionalism and responsiveness to our research and enquiries; being our first trip to Africa and on a constrained schedule because of work commitments, we wanted to make the most of our time in-country and Sander and his team did not disappoint.
We were impressed by Sander’s quick and detailed response to our enquiries, and his availability to take international phone calls to discuss final arrangements. We spent some time in e-mail correspondence and phone calls discussing and confirming options such as tour duration, alternative accommodation and optional activities. Sander was always receptive and was very attentive to responding to all enquiries and confirming information.
Our guide and driver, Bob Magezi, ensured that everything ran smoothly and was very knowledgeable about wildlife and back roads that took us off the beaten track, showing us village and rural areas that on other tours would have missed. His relationships with other tour guides, rangers, and accommodation staff were excellent and greatly facilitated our journey. He quickly sorted a discrepancy in our respective itineraries to facilitate our visit to Lake Mburo, which we’re sure he had to call in a couple of favours and arranged for our COVID tests for our return journey when we arrived back in Entebbe.
The accommodations we stayed at were generally very good and apart from some hot water issues and one venue that was obviously undergoing some improvement renovations, we were comfortable. The staff everywhere were excellent, and we can’t endorse their attentiveness and hospitality enough. The food was always deliciously exceptional, and a rolex makes a great packed lunch.
Overall, we very much enjoyed our unique visit to Uganda with its beautiful terrain, incredible wildlife and very friendly people.
HK
Email Becky | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional
We originally booked this safari before Covid. Grassrootz were extremely helpful and understanding in rearranging our trip.
Once on the trip our guide Moses was wonderful both me and my husband enjoyed every minute of it. The lodges were great. The food was delicious but far too much. Overall we’ve had a brilliant time and the trip was everything we hoped for.
NL
Email Wendy Opstal | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
TOP holiday!
Uganda, it was clear to me that I would go there one day. I am single and sometimes go with a group tour. But the way I wanted it was not offered. So looking for other options. That's how I ended up at Grassrootz. Your wishes are processed in a good program. And we think along with you about what other nice additions could be.
We also look at which driver/guide suits you. I've been out with Emmy. A bull's eye for me. He has a lot of knowledge and enthusiasm about his country and its inhabitants - humans and animals.
Nature and the weather were kind to me during my trip. Got to spot many animals and brought home wonderful memories.
Add the 3 points above together and you have a TOP holiday!!
Sander and Emmy thanks for everything.
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Email Thomas, Anne, and David | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Perfect Uganda safari!
We just returned from a wonderful 14 days safari to Uganda with Grassrootz Adventures. We enjoyed a perfectly planned itinerary covering most of Uganda’s national parks including chimp and gorilla treckings in Kibale Forest and Bwindi. We were impressed by magnificent landscapes, welcoming people, and exciting wildlife. We enjoyed wonderful lodges and safari camps carefully selected by the tour operator, and we appreciated Bob’s competence as a safari guide, his great knowledge as well as his friendly and considerate attitude. We could not have asked for a better guide (or tour company). We will definitively be back for another safari with Grassrootz Adventures to the Pearl of Africa.
NL
Email Hanneke van Oosten | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organised and reliable
It was a great experience to travel in Uganda with Grassrootz Adventures Uganda. The tour was very well organised by Sander van Zanten and our guide/ driver Bob Magezi was great. For me and my family was our tour in Uganda a lifetime memory. I recommend this organisation!
DE
Email Ole | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Uganda 6 days, fantastic experience
We had a really great time with Grassrootz. The trip was very well organized, the communication with Sander was uncomplicated and reliable and our guide David was absolutely fantastic!
BG
Email Milen Velkov | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic arrangement, knowledgeable tour guide, definitely recommend!
It was our first safari in Uganda, our first long safari (two weeks) and all went smooth, everything was very well arranged, although we spend many hours on the road we were on time for all planned activities, all lodges proposed by the agency during initial planning turns to be fantastic with fantastic views and friendly staff. The tour guide were knowledgeable and trustworthy, helpful with all kind different requests from our side(from arranging local SIM card to taking us to best local restaurantes and buying street art).
Definitely will use the company again!
