35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Extremely helpful and made the whole trip amazing!
The whole experience was very simple. Truffy was very informative and knowledgeable, and helped arrange a bespoke safari for me which met all my wants and felt comfortable and not too hectic. Communication was great, by email and whatsapp, and she even met me in Nairobi at the start and end of my safari to make sure everything went smoothly. I opted for the luxury accommodation and both properties were perfect; beyond my expectations. The driver and tour guide made the trip amazing, with his excellent knowledge of the country and wildlife. I'd say the booking was great value for money and I can't fault a single thing. I've already recommended them to a couple of friends and colleagues who are looking to book for next year.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable experience
My partner and I had a trip of a lifetime thanks to Bamboo Ecotours. We did a 4 day tour involving a golden monkey trek at Volcanoes, and gorilla trekking at Bwindi.
Edison, the founder of the company, was exceptional when organising our tour - super quick with his responses, professional and attentive to our needs. He managed to provide us with an itinerary which suited our preferences, budget and was great value for money. We also had to book last minute but Edison was very flexible with the payment/refund policy.
Our guide Herbert was amazing - he was considerate, knowledgeable and skilful at driving! The roads in Uganda are no joke - super bumpy and muddy when wet. One of the most memorable times of our entire Africa trip was when on the morning of our gorilla trek, the one-way road which led to Bwindi was blocked by a broken down truck. With only centimetres to spare from the cliff's edge, Herbert safely and expertly did a U-turn and got us to the trek on time. He also made sure to contact the park so that even if we were late, we'd still get to do the trek.
Our accommodation at Mutanda Lake Resort was also a highlight. The views of the volcanoes in the background and the lake in the foreground will forever be etched in my memory.
What also sets Bamboo Ecotours apart is their commitment to supporting disadvantaged communities in the area who are overlooked by the tourism sector, by providing financial support and only hiring guides who come from these communities.
We highly recommend Bamboo Ecotours and will definitely be using them again when we're back in Uganda!
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
mazing people, wildlife, and landscapes
Do not hesitate to visit during the offseason. 7 days the first week of march. It rained once for about an hour.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely gorgeous with amazing wildlife and friendly people.
I booked a two day solo tour to Murchinson Falls National Park through Immersion . My guide Andrew was so friendly and knowledgeable. He picked me up at my Airbnb in Kampala and was an excellent driver on some very busy and rustic roads. We went for a short hike to see the falls and followed it up with a river cruise where you see lots of birds, hippos, elephants, and Nile crocodiles. After we went on a game drive and I was able to see many more elephants and giraffes. Highly recommend.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Lake Manyara National Park by David L
There are some elephants. There are lots of monkeys. There are birds. The park itself is dying as the lake grows and kills the trees. The other part of the park seems overgrown. You really only see animals that are within 6ft of the road. If you have been on other safari’s, I would recommend skipping it.
The night safari is a waste as well.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Ngorongoro Crater by David L
The landscapes are wonderful. The drive down and drive up were fun to experience with the top open.
Yet, it feels like a zoo. If you have been on other safaris, I would recommend skipping it and just do the lookout at the rim.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Serengeti National Park by David L
This is a wonderful park. Lots of roads the carve up the landscape but give animals room to breathe. We saw everything, except rhinos. We came during the offseason and saw plenty of animals and few other tourists. When stopped to see something there were never more than 1 or 2 other jeeps around us.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding- knowledgeable, supportive and thorough!
Absolutely amazing working with Kerry from Indigo Safaris to book my first Safari. She worked within my estimated budget to find the best possible options, provided very valuable advice for traveling in South Africa overall, and made for a completely seamless, stress-free trip. I had the trip of a lifetime and couldn’t be happier! I will most definitely be coming back to Kerry in the future 😁
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic, informative and welcoming; I couldn’t have asked for a better tour operator.
Fun trip made even more entertaining and interesting because of our tour operator; Majid. He was extremely helpful in providing us with an experience of a lifetime and we are grateful for his support. His passion for his home was contagious and allowed us to enjoy this trip more than we ever would have thought.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime
My partner and I had the Kenyan safari that we've dreamt about thanks to Meektrails. We did an 8 day tour with stops at Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Hell's Gate, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara.
Our tour consultant, Valentine, was friendly, quick to respond and always willing to help - despite our constant bombardment of questions leading up to the trip! She also offered a very good price which suited our budget while ensuring the best value and accommodation for our preferences.
Our guide Ben was an absolute legend! He was super knowledgeable, attentive and friendly. And best of all - he somehow managed to always get us really close to the animals even as the other Land Cruisers were crowding around. Ben really went above and beyond to make sure we got the most out of our game drives. We managed to see the Big 5 and so much more. We also lucked out and got a brand new Land Cruiser which was clean and comfortable.
Highly recommend Meektrails and we'll definitely be using them again when we come back to Kenya!