Meet the Team - eTrip Africa
E-Trip Africa
- Located In:
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United States
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- ATA, IATAN, IGS, KPAP & CODE
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $1,500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Bill Gittemeier | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everything I could have asked for, excellent service.
First of all, everything from our guide to our travel agent was perfect, communication was excellent and there was not a single thing to be disappointed about. We were mid Safari when the Covid-19 situation blew up and everything started getting crazy. Everyone with E Trip made sure we were able to enjoy as much of the trip as possible and kept us safe and helped us get out of country a little earlier than planned, which was not an easy task considering the madness of the situation. Could not be happier with E-Trip, will definitely work with them when we return to finish the trip.
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Email Dave | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
From start to finish our expectations were fully met and often times exceeded!
From start to finish we were fully satisfied with the entire trip. In particular we appreciated Ben and his team's support and assistance in personalizing our tour based on his recommendations and our request. At the end of our first taster trip to Kenya we were able to experience a wide variety of parks and accommodations which will set the stage for our next visit. The team on the ground in particular Antony who picked us up from the airport promptly and guided us around Nairobi our first day did an outstanding job. The real hero of our trip was Mr. Jinu, our guide and driver for the remainder of our trip. Top of mind for him was always our safety and comfort and ensuring each and every day was fulfilling and meeting our expectations up until we reach the hotel on our last day. His knowledge of the landscape in each park and the wildlife was astonishing, and his experience in working with amateur photographers such as myself made it an unforgettable trip. He was so generous in sharing his knowledge, and we learned so much from him in the way he positioned our rig allowing me to get the right light , background, and angle as well as the need to wait, watch and observe for sometimes 30 minutes or more at a single site. Each and every day was full and he was constantly focused in maximizing the time out we spend. Each day the rig was cleaned, organized and ready to go. Other than being a great guide he is truly an amazing person with a love for nature and the life he showed us. Kudos to the entire team!
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Email Carrie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great communication
We went in March 2020. We arrived at the beginning of the pandemic outbreak. We had to end our trip short and return home a few days early. Ben was absolutely fantastic during this time and found and secured us flights out of Nairobi. Many airlines had canceled all flights in and out of Nairobi at this time. Up until that point our trip was great. We had a wonderful driver, Mike and all our lodging was top notch. Great communication throughout the entire booking process and beyond. He is trustworthy , honest and will take the time to find and organize the trip to fit your desires.
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Email Navi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Seamless, beautiful, and amazing experience through Tanzania!
Communication with E-Trip Africa was timely and informative on many accounts. David, our tour guide/drive, was exceptional. He has a great understanding of the region and also immense respect for the wildlife. He understands that we must not move the car or speak loudly while there is an active hunt - this is something we came to realize is not reflected in every guide. Still, David would help us get the best angle on a subject, point out where an animal was located or hiding, and what time is best to catch the wildlife through our lens and binoculars. This is the company to book through!
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Email Brenden Byard | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
David was super knowledgeable, friendly and really gave us an amazing trip!
I 100% recommend E-trip Africa. they were super helpful and responsive before we left helping us design a trip that had everything we wanted. Once we were in country everything went smoothly and as expected. The accommodations were all as advertised and David (our guide) was better than advertised. He gave us a once in a lifetime trip!
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Email Katherine | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
E-Trip Africa and our guide David made this once in a lifetime trip greater then I expected.
E-Trip Africa took care of every aspect of the trip that we could have imagined. Overall always felt very comfortable and quite spoiled the whole time. David was the most terrific guide, his knowledge base is otherworldly and always took care of our every need. His ability to name birds, animals, and their individual facts in regards to mating/ living/ eating/ hunting was quite astonishing. I loved every aspect of this trip and hope to return again soon. Thank you for everything!
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Email Stan Taylor | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A perfect safari experience
Our driver, Alladin, cheerfully met us at our hotel and took care of absolutely everything for our 3-day safari. His truck was immaculate and even re-cleaned inside and out before every morning's game drive. Alladin is an excellent and safe driver which means a lot if you've ever spent much time on Tanzanian roads. His patience and skill at navigating both the roads and the game trails was greatly valued by us. Alladin was also graciously flexible to our party's eccentricities and last minute requests. The accommodations selected and arranged by E-Trip Africa were fabulous and a perfect fit for our interests. The new tented lodge in the Tarangire game park was a real treat! The wildlife was in full abundance and we had the privilege of seeing many very young animals. Alladin completely knew the parks by memory and got us to see everything we were hoping for.
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Email Fergus Lohan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Expertly Organised and Top Quality
My Dad and myself have been on many safaris over the years. It would be hard to beat Etrip on so many levels. First the organisation and advice from Ben. Second the high quality modern safari vehicle. Last, and most of all, David our guide. In over 20 safaris in various countries i think he was the best i met. There had been a lot of rain and yet he knew where and how to pass any wet ground. Other guides were asking his advice. Eagle eyed and very knowledgeable. And to top it off a really nice guy. Overall we had another great trip with Etrip. We will be back.
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Email Tien | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Custom Private Safari at great value
We have heard from a group of friends going on a custom safari tour in Tanzania before. Last year my son booked on the same custom private tour after analyzing several other tour operators and also select E-Trip Africa for the specific and selected itinerary with the specific selection of lodging facilities. And they are still the lowest and most reasonable. So this year we organize the same trip for 6 of us. The booking, communication and coordination are very professionally, and as Americans we pay at its office in Chicago. It is an end-to-end arrangement, with the pickup from arrival, an overnight at the associated Researchers Rest B&B (a clean, comfortable and safe tropical plantation style lodging), the 8-day safari tour (covering our selection for Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Ndutu, Seregenti and Ngorongoro Crater), back to the same B&B and lastly the transfer to the airport. Everything is up to our expectations, and we are fortunate to be right in the middle of the migration for 3 days, seeing millions of wildebeests, zebras and few thousands of giraffes, all going together for miles and miles. The safari cruiser is clean and comfortable, our driver guide, David, is superb with his driving skills and field guide. He is very accommodating to our request, especially we are photographers. Calling to the local office in Arusha is quite easy with either US or local phone numbers. We can speak directly to the owner/operators. You can actually select the level of lodging amenities depending upon your budget.
Strongly recommended outfit if you are considering a safari tour in Tanzania.
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Email James | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Smooth as silk. Excellent guide -- at the "ready" at all times.
Overall, a Grand Experience! We visited two parks, and stayed in two different overnight facilities -- one a "tent" camp, and the other a 5* hotel. Guide was very knowledgeable -- about where we could see various animals and birds, and in identifiying them, with a lot of detailed background details. Clean and comfortable vehicle for over-the-road travel, and on the very "demanding" park roads.
Well done. I am happy to recommend this outfit to anyone considering one of their trips/expeditions.