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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We are really pleased with them
We did a seven day safari with Zozo Safaris in Rwanda in early June. All of my questions were answered quickly via email before the trip, and payment was easy and secure. They booked nice and excellent hotels for us. Our guide was right on time to pick us up from the hotel on the morning the safari began. He did a fantastic job of getting great views of the wildlife. It was an adventurous yet luxurious safari. I am glad we booked it with you and I will definitely recommend you to anyone who is interested in a safari. Thanks for the great hospitality and a perfect trip.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
10 Day Uganda Safari including Gorilla Trekking and Chimpanzee Habituation Experience
From my initial enquiry for this trip in March 2015 right through to my final departure, African Ubuntu Safaris have been first class. My agent, Diederik Vandenhoeke, was superb. His knowledge of Uganga is second to none and his love for this beautiful country knows no bounds. He helped select the perfect itinerary and answered every question asked, and offered more advise to ensure the whole trip was perfect. And it was! It was a pleasure to meet Diederik and his family on our last day and share our stories. The accommodation on every part of the trip was first class. We stayed at Karibu Guest House, Ndali Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Ishasha Wilderness Camp, Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge and also Boma Guest House. Service at all was exception however particular thanks to Ndali Lodge, Ishasha Wilderness Camp and Volcanoes Bwindi. The welcome and the kindness shown goes above and beyond duty. All food served was delicious and the staff were the most friendly I have ever come across. Our guide, Okech Obur, was excellent. His eyes are well trained - if its there in the bush, he will find it. His knowledge of Queens Elizabeth National Park and Ishasha and infact all of Uganda and the local communities was great and he was able to update us fully though out our trip and I do believe he could probably name all 600 species of bird that are available to see. Trekking Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park was a dream come. They say its a once in a lifetime experience but I know for sure I will be back a second time. The Rangers and Trackers could recognized every gorilla we encountered and could name then and tell us any history about them and their dedication to the conservation of these magnificent animals is very evident. Would highly recommend the Chimpanzee Habituation Experience at Kibale. We got to spend 9 hours in the forest trekking the chimps and eating lunch under the trees while they feasted on figs. Overall I couldn't have had a better experience and its taken some time to get over it all. If I had one complaint, it would be the trip wasn't long enough - and that is down to me . Do not hesitate to use this company for your holiday. They are simply the best!!
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience
OT, owner operator, was quick to respond to any question emailed. When we first arrived we were taken to OT's office. I was a little put off by the condition of his building, however was pleasantly surprised with our accommodations throughout our trip. We ended up taking the luxury package for comfort. There was a group of five of us assigned to a driver named John. He was amazing!!!! He knows the area, was extremely personable, showed us tons of animals, made us feel safe, and gave us helpful suggestions. We visited the Masi Village along with the school. Please pack some school supplies for their bare classrooms.(Pack an extra suitcase for these teachers.They need a heavy duty pencil sharpener, books, paper, chalk boards, bulletin board items, such as a map fill etc...)They have nothing. As a teacher it really tugged on my heartstrings to see such a need. Also we took bags of candy to the 30 some children in the Masi Mara Village, most of them are barefoot. Pack yourself some snacks, wipes, and tissue just in case. We all took B-Complex with Thiamine to help deter mosquito bites. Request John to be your driver, he was exceptional. We felt safe the entire time!!!! By the way he really likes Fanta Soda.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience
We went for a 4 days safari in Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru. Exceeded expectation! They are very well organised so you have the chance to see all the animals and learn from their culture, they know everything about the park and the animals so they managed to answered all our questions. They are all very friendly and fun plus they are always making sure you are comfortable and enjoying yourself. The camp was perfect, food was great.
I want to especially thank Clevers, Isaac and Lawrence, take care of yourselves and I hope I'll see you again.
Many thanks guys!!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing tour company touring through Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater
The day will never be forgotten by my family as we were moving through Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro crater where we saw all five giants and black rhinos without leaving behind the moving sands at Ngorongoro crater. The wonders of the world were not hear says on that day it was real as we received reputable tour guide from the Charis Uganda Safaris team. I sincerely assuring you will never ever regret touring by Charis Uganda Safaris. They are professionals on their kind. Long live Charis Uganda Safaris
TR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
.....Thanks Nodven Safaris..... Thanks Patrick.......
first all I think I have to specify that we had a fantastic holiday! officially , every seconds of our holiday had been planned and prepared by Nodven Safaris (f.k.a. Parota Safaris) and its first man patrick so everthing was so easy for us actually all the details were considered, we wouln't exactly expect such a professional working, during the week our guides came to our hotels to take us and went to join the tour which was planned for the day , together as you see, even transports were comfortable enough! mikumi is very good places we have only 2 days in dar es salaam because of this status we select mikumi and also we are so happy select Nodven Safaris (f.k.a. Parota Safaris) hotel is good our guide is good and very knowledgeable thats all we're really glad for choosing Nodven Safaris (f.k.a. Parota Safaris) and meet that guys; Patrick,Steve,Isa thanks a lot
JP
Great safari in Southern Tanzania
I went for "8-Day Southern Tz Safari Selous/Mikumi/Ruaha/Udzungwa".
Ruaha was very nice! There were a great numbers of Impala, giraffe, elephats, and also lions.
And three elephants came into the campsite, just front of my banda!
We wished to changed the schedule, staying longer Raha instead of Udzungwa, and Elen arranged for us.
Thank you very much, we really enjoyed Ruaha!
Our driver told us the best season of Ruaha is September. So I like to come back to Tanzania in September.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lean back, relax and enjoy. Cholo tours gives you the safari you are dreaming about!
Just lean back, relax and enjoy. Cholo tours do everything so you don't have to worry about a thing during your safari. You can really trust that this safari company give you what they promise you. All aspects of the safari, from the comunication with the owner cholo preparing your trip, guides, and accommodation, everything is excellent. I did not hesitate to recommend Zanzibar cholo tours & safaris when a colleague were going to Tanzania for safari. Her family also had a great safari with cholo tours & safaris. I had a great safari in Ngorongoro. The guide found all the big 5, he was experienced and pleasant. I came back to Arusha the following year. On this trip i got sick, and the only person i trusted to call was cholo He helped me to find a good hospital and i got the treatment i needed. I have been on safari with another company in the area before, but if I will come back for another safari in the future, I am sure I will book with Zanzibar cholo tours & safaris again. I highly recommend this safari company.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible bespoke safari of uganda, with excellent knowledge of best areas, places to stay & guides
Nothing but good to say about booking our safari via Experience Uganda. Kevin immediately responded to queries with personal responses, reasonable quotes and knowledge of the country and tourism in Uganda. He tailored our trip to what we wanted to do and also advised best ways to see things. We had a limited time and his advice on when to fly, when to drive and amount of times in each location were excellent. We had an increadible time seeing wildlife, in Isasha, Bwindi and Murchison Falls as welll as Jinja for rafting. We had great local Guides, who had a sense of humour as well as breadth of knowledge of the country. The guesthouse in Entebbe is a very comfortable place, with excellent food and perfectly located near the airport for early flight times! Will be recommending to friends!
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
What A Amazing Trip!
Just got back from an amazing African safari trip! Eastco was amazing all throughout our tour in the northern Tanzania. From the first contact online to the last day of our safari trip, the staff was always available to answer our questions. When we arrived, our amazing tour guide James welcomed us and stayed with for the next 7 days! He spoke English well and made sure we were comfortable and enjoying the tour.
I must say, Serengeti national park was life changing. I couldn’t have imagined how many lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, gazelles and many other animals we saw. Aside from the memorable animal sight-seeing, the hotels and lodging exceeded my expectations. Top notch hotel service… top notch food and top notch stay.
Not only do I praise Eastco for the experience but also recommend them! You won’t go wrong with Eastco.