Reviews
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Email Karamagi Rujumba | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
StarMount Safaris understands the logistics and aesthetics of how to travel meaningfully.
When I think of my experience traveling with StarMount Safaris, I am reminded of the trip I took to visit Queen Elizabeth National Park. I remember getting to the park just before daybreak. I was standing on a hillside when the sun started to pierce a group of pregnant clouds. The horizon turned fire orange as rays of light streamed through and bounced off the shimmering waters of Lake George in a valley framed equally on all sides by hills touching the sky and low-lying savannah.
I snapped a picture of the scene on my phone and texted it to a friend back in America — and instantaneously felt guilty for not just standing there and living in the moment, bathing in the wonder of Uganda. In the far reaches of western Uganda, where it borders the Democratic Republic of Congo, I saw wild game, birds, beasts and reptiles. The vast game reserve was named after Queen Elizabeth II, following a visit in 1954.
But more than the animals, it was the scenery that stirred deep feelings in me — the endless rolling green fields, cloud-topped mountain ranges, dramatic cliffs, swamps and forests, seamlessly melding into rivers, crater lakes and tributaries that comprise the River Nile watershed. I could see why a young Winston Churchill, after a journey through Africa, famously dubbed Uganda “the pearl of Africa.”
As I reflect on that moment, I realize that all of that experience was especially curated by the folks at StarMount Safari. They are exceptionally knowledgeable about the not only the countryside in Uganda, but also how to travel. The staff is adept at planning trips, drawing up all the crucial details of a trip—no detail is too small to ignore— to make sure that you have an awesome experience.
The communications by StarMount Safaris was excellent. The service was exceptional and my experience with them absolutely exceeded my expectations. I would recommend StarMount Safaris to anyone interested in traveling and seeing Uganda and East Africa.
Email Mark | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was a wonderfulm fun filled experience
The communication was prompt and open. The service was top notch as we always had some one to clarify any queries on short notice.
I love the fact that even when they were not able to provide exactly what we wanted , a viable option was always provided.
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Email Henri, | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great
Holiday in Uganda will forever be memorable. StarMount Safaris made everything much easier than we expected, the pick-up from Entebbe International Airport to our hotel, and the warm welcome helped us settle in easily. The tour guide/driver were hands on with lots of information and very good time keepers. We enjoyed the Church Hill Courts and ohh. The Apoke Lodge, the variety of wild animals at Kidepo National Park, the cultural tour amazing not forgetting the Manyata :)
Thank you StarMount Safaris, we will be back soon!!!!!!
Henri, Canada
Email Jeff Makavelli | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everything was the way i wanted
rekking Mountain Kilimanjaro was one of the best things I have done in my life. It was not so easy but with the help of StarMount Safaris’ team I was able to concur Mount Kilimanjaro! The experience was priceless; words cannot begin to explain what my experience was… It was truly a memorable experience.
Email Jerome | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a memorable and worth the price
Me and my friends booked a gorilla tracking safari in the Mgahinga 3 months ahead. StarMount Safaris kept in touch throughout until I arrived in Uganda. The tracking began early in the morning and the guide was very patient and made sure we saw the Mountain Gorillas which was the highlight of the safari. We were able to interact with the local communities (Batwa) which was quite interesting. I look forward to booking with StarMount Safaris for my next adventure.
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Email Andrew | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Our trip was worth every penny
We enjoyed our trip to Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara. My family and I were received at the airport by the driver/guide who I must say seemed upbeat about his work. He briefed us about the entire safari and patiently listened to our queries etc. We were able to see most of the wild animals during the game drive, the scenery around the park was breath taking. We were amazed about the variety of bird species that we saw. We plan to another holiday in Tanzania and hope it will be as good as the one in Kenya.
Thank you StarMount safaris, you were very professional! see you next year same time
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Email Judy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An outstanding itinerary and personal attention
StarMount Safaris arranged a superior safari for my husband and me. The itinerary allowed us to do so much and see so many sights. Each lodge had its own personality, and all were a pleasure to stay in. Ronnie was simply an outstanding guide. By the time we got home, we were supremely and happily exhausted. :) :)
Thank you StarMount Safaris for an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime adventure.