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 Karen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful trip, my highlight of East Africa
I had a 3 day stay in Uganda to trek Gorillas and Sander was very helpful organising trip and advising points of interest on route to Bwindi. He even gave a packing list which was very useful!
From the minute I landed my guides Lamson and Nelco made me feel welcome, safe and entertained. They were full of local knowledge and there was never a dull moment! They liased with gorilla trek guide to anticipate how long hike would take and arranged a community walk when we returned (would highly recommend doing this if going to Uganda, Bwindi in particular) Trip ran very smoothly and we also visited Equater line and lake Victoria. So happy I chose Grassrootz as my first stop in East Africa, 3 days was just long enough to realise I could have spent much longer there! I have already recommended this company to friends who are interested in same trip.
One thing to consider is small notes for tips. Everything included in grassrootz but you may want to tip gorilla guide/ porters/ leave donation if visiting local school ect. Grassrootz also work with local charities if bringing clothes/ school supplies/ medicine ect
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Email Tanya | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect
Wonderful experience and the perfect organization!
Amazing accommodations and a great guide!
Unforgettable experience!
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Email Mia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent tour from beginning to end!
Working with Grassrootz was a pleasure. Sander was knowledgeable and responsive. He was communicative and would always get back to us in a day or two. He was also flexible and was able to change our dates as needed.
The tour itself was amazing! Each park we visited was host to all the incredible animals- elephants, giraffes, monkeys, chimpanzees, gorillas, Antelope, birds, hippos, rhinos, lions, leopards, etc. Absolutely wonderful! Our guide was a superb driver and always knew the best places to look for the animals. It was a great experience!
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Email Patrick | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The full experience has been amazing! I highly recommend
From day 1 until the end, the experience has been perfect!
Sander was very responsive and helped us tailor the perfect safari tour and adjusted the lodging to our preferences.
When we arrived , we met with Amos that picked us up at the hotel with the truck! He has not only been an excellent driver and guide, but he systematically made the extra mile to create a unique experience, suggesting special activities or providing good advices.
His experience shows, he knows everyone on the field and he is very respected. With his soft and humble approach, he managed efficiently any little hiccup during the journey and always succeeded in securing special treatments for us (boat tours, gorilla trek, etc.) so we were always best placed or having exclusive experiences. He was super pro and very friendly. We all ended up with a new friend in Uganda!
We will definitely recommend Grassrootz to anyone wanting a unique experience in Uganda !
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Email John | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Topnotch for travel in Africa
Visiting Uganda was an important point on our African bucket list and our fifth visit to the continent. As a family of 3 we traveled for 17 days, visiting most of the countries highlights. The number of exclamation marks and positive descriptions would fill this page and would be totally unnecessary - just go, don't miss it. Uganda is different w.r.t. the other countries we have visited (SA, NAM, BOT, TZ, ZIM). In comparison, tourism infrastructure and standards are still developing. So at times you still need a Hakuna Matata attitude. As for our tour we were glad we booked with an experienced tour operator like Grassrootz and did not do it as a self drive (as in NAM and BOT). Grassrootz, that is Sander initially, and especially Paul, our driver-guide, kept things going very smoothly and efficient. All the usual admin hassle (e.g. choice of great lodges- Turaco Treetops excellent!, activities and park permits) and other travel issues (e.g. navigating the car through Kampala traffic, long driving hours) which tend to taint the experience, were taken care of. Our special thanks goes out to Paul for being a real master at his profession: positive attitude, knowledgeable, humorous, sensitive to client needs (Germans tend to be difficult at times), good driving/spotting etc. and always on top of things. To sum it up: Anytime again with Paul and Sander/Grassrootz.
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Email Tom | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Grazzrootz is knowledgeable, flexible and delivers
Uganda is not a cheap destination. You get a lot of value for your money though!
Grassrootz listens to what you are looking for, and provides you with a custom trip that matches this exactly. Sander is easy to talk to, responds quickly to all of your questions and gives great advice on the itinerary. He takes away all of the stress of organising a trip!
We went on a three week tour with David. He was very knowledgeable (the country, the parks, the animals, the hotels, the road and even politics!). David is friendly, polite and has great sense of humour. He's an excellent spotter as well! During the trip David helped to arrange the things we were looking for, such as a specific ranger that was good with birds, or to try some local food.
Most of the hotels were as we expected, with just a few feeling a bit dated (but we did confirm these accommodations when we booked).
Highly recommended.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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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