CH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Marvelous Experience!
From the beginning we felt very comfortable with Ute Sonnenberg and she fulfilled all our wishes. The 2 Safari Lodges (Maratabe and Madikwe Lodge) have exceeded our expetations and the Cape Cadogan is such a charming and nice hotel. Many Thanks to Ute for this great experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Murchison Falls Tour: Trustworthy, Knowledgeable, Flexible, and Affordable
I joined Yala Safaris Uganda as a +1 to a friend who purchased a package tour to Murchison Falls. No other tour operators would allow me to pay for activities on an a-la-carte basis; Godwin not only allowed me to pay for activities one at a time, he also rearranged our trip out of the park specifically to connect me to my separate private hire. Yala Safaris was extremely affordable with no sacrifice to quality, and Godwin was a terrific guide. Would highly recommend to any friends wishing for a great safari experience in Uganda, especially those seeking customized or private itineraries at a great value.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent, knowledgeable guide! Overall great experience!
Josphat took the time to email and arrange everything to our liking. He was responsive and accommodating.
Our driver and guide, Joffrey, was amazing. He was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic throughout the safari (he told us he had over 30 years experience in the safari business). He got us right up close to various groups of animals. We even saw cheetah and lions eating their kill (might be graphic for some). Joffrey arranged for us to go to a Masai village, which was another good experience.
One thing I would change would be staying at the Mara Sidai Camp. Although the staff were all very kind and accommodating, it was a little too "rustic" for our liking. The tent zippers were not all working... the electricity did not run long enough for us all to get ready with light in the mornings... etc. However, it was clean and again, the staff was great.
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience in Tarangire Safari
I han an amazing expierence in the Tarangire Safari. We choose the company:Lights on Africa and they were incredible, very profesionals and awesome people. I want to thank our driver and Peniel who did an excellent job and for being so friendly...we felt as we were at home! Without any doubt I highly recommend Lights on Africa to do the safari inTanzania. Thanks again guys!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Overall everything was good
Overall the experience was good when we came down there. We got prompt feedback in most of cases about the cost and everything we had to ask. The arrangement of hotels and safari trips were very thoughtful and met our expectations. There was a small issue happened before we went to Amboseli as the vehicle was not the one we expected. We understood the reason but it would be better if we could be communicated earlier rather than knew it when it happened. Still it was a good trip and experience. Thank you.
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience and a fantastic guide
We did the 6 days safari (masai Mara, nakuru, amboseli) and in one word - Wow! We had so much fun. John the agent was available for every question via whatsapp and mail and gave a very reasonable price for an amazing 6 days. But above all we want to say many thanks to Patrick, our guide. He is knowledgeable, paiciant, great driver and wildlife spotter and just a great guy! Thank you all very much.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A trip of a lifetime with Easy Travel!
The most challenging part of planning a safari is finding the right tour company with the best service at a reasonable cost. When I found out about Easy Travel, it was clear this was the team I wanted to work with for a trip of a lifetime. We had an amazing experience from the time we arrived at JRO airport until the last day, Easy Travel delivered on their promise. Of course all of this would not be possible without Deo, our driver/guide during the safari. He was friendly, experienced and knowledgable about the animals and their behavior. We hope to return someday for the great migration and will definitely work with Easy Travel again.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tanzania Northern Circle Safari
Just completed a wonderful weeklong trip to Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire Safari with e-Trip Africa. Great experience, every detail was handled and prepared properly. Ben Jennings is great, our guide/driver David knew where to go, what to look for and get us to and from the camp safely no matter the weather.
We saw all we wanted to see. Will definitely do it again with them.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly enjoyable and recommendable
Selecting a safari can be mind-boggling. We chose well when we chose Viva for Kruger Park. Clearly Viva understands the importance of their guests' expectations and meets them admirably. It was not expensive and gave us a brilliant first-time experience. Although the "processing" of guests runs like a well-oiled machine, the politeness, hospitality and grace of staff members was unfailing. Furthermore, when I was ill, they arranged a doctors' appointment, had one of their drivers take me to it and a staff member collected my medication. We had a room at Katekani which matched my dreams and delicious home cooking with plenty of variety, served with style. Gertrude and Margaret, our "hostesses", are gems. I hope they're treasured as employees, along with the Guides and Drivers. Having worked in hospitality and as a Guide, I recognise that shifts can be long, tedious and underpaid, especially in the affordable sector. I hope they are all rewarded suitably. Our game drives always included lots of thrilling animal sightings and entertaining, informative commentary. One tip: never rely on the weather and always take a jacket, preferably hooded. When night falls or the wind comes up, you don't want it to spoil your enjoyment.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional and friendly service
We had a wonderful holiday in the Kruger National Park, and Jamela Africa Safaris did an excellent job to make our holiday a wonderful experience. Sheilagh went out of her way to tailor make our holiday exactly as we want it. She did all our bookings and communicate with up on a regular basis. We want to travel to Botswana and Zambia next year and I will definitely make use of her again. Thanks Sheilagh.