IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great Experience to be recommended and possibly repeated !
We knew about this Tour Operator by chance, surfing on the web , but after a first contact just to get some info we understood we wanted to catch the opportunity they propose. Max was really very kind and available at each time of the day, fast & precise in every single info request we made: he switched on our appetite by explaining tours & places they proposed, therefore we have chosen them. After our arrival in Balule, Luca took care of us as a friend, his knowledge about the territory and the animals have been helpful and he has been the added value to our tour. We stayed in Balule Villa - which is amazing and very much recommended - and in Manyeleti Pungwe Bush Camp: the real wild experience.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
very good safari experience would book again with gecko
very good experience with gecko. the communication was very good (and quick). all our questions were answered. Everything was arranged without flaws from being picked up at the airport, to lodges, games drives to support by checking in for the return flight. The guide was good knowledgeable and very good for the kids (7 + 10 years). I would have absolutely no hesitation to recommend gecko and would happily book again myself.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3-days-Safari in Tansania
We went to Lake Manyara / Ngorongoro Crater / Tarangine NPs and we were really overpowered of the nature and the animals. The tour was well organised of Tanzania Roadside Expeditions and also the Lodge (Olea Africana Lodge), food and transport was very good. We felt comfortable and welcome at every time. Our guide Jackson was a very good guide and always tried to give us the best spot and location to let us have a wonderful safari. We would definitly book it again :)
One note: Maybe we would not go to Lake Manyara because the other two NP were defnitly more exciting due to the amount of animals and the nature.
NZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience
My husband and I went on a 5 day / 4 night camping safari (Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Seregeti and Ngorogoro Crater) with Happy World in February 2017 and I can honestly say I will never forget it!
We had the jeep to ourselves, which even though it was a bit of a splurge for us, was definitely worth it. To have the freedom to spend as much or as little time as you like on different locations and wildlife was absolutely amazing and I would recommend it to everyone.
The camping was fantastic, our cook Enoch always made delicious food and LOTS of it, and there is nothing else quite like sleeping in a tent under the stars and hearing wildlife all around you. The mattresses and sleeping bags were also surprisingly comfortable! It was so nice to unplug and get away from technology and really immerse yourself in nature. That being said, make sure to bring lots of camera batteries! :)
We saw so much more wildlife than I even thought possible in those 5 days, and this was definitely due to the amazing skills of our driver Zebe. He could spot just about anything when all we could see was a grassy field or trees. He also is just a great guy and we had lots of really interesting chats with him about Tanzania and life in general!
The whole process of booking the safari was great - we were recommended Happy World by a friend of ours, and after our initial back and forth with Joseph (the owner) we were so impressed that we didn't actually bother looking elsewhere because we knew we'd found what we wanted. He was always on hand to answer ANY questions we had and really helped us plan the perfect itinerary. When we arrived in Arusha he came to meet us at our hotel and answer any more questions, and also met us after the safari to make sure that everything lived up to our expectations (It did, and more). Joseph is also a fantastic guy, we left feeling that we had made a new friend for sure!
I would highly recommend Happy World Safaris to anyone looking for a really authentic, easygoing and excellent value safari experience in Tanzania.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic experience - highly recommended! Great price too
I had a fantastic time traveling around Uganda with Moses. First of all, Brian delivered me with much better advice on where to go than the other companies I reached out to with lead to me visiting more interesting places and second they were 30-40% cheaper for the exact same things than the other companies. Moses was a great guide and travel companion throughout the journey and was extremely knowledgeable about the animals of the area. He was very focused on making the trip a good experience and took great care to preserve the nature in the places we visited thank you GoExplore Safaris for the well-organized trip
FI
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Africa Tours Adventure - Gorilla tracking in Uganda
I was in Rwanda to see my friend for a week and contacted Africa Tours Adventure a month before for a gorilla tracking tour. First I thought to track the gorillas in Rwanda but not enough advance notice for the limited time I had available for my vacation. Nicholas then recommended to go to Bwindi National Park in Uganda. He organised a tour for me only - single person - private tour - excellent choice! All staff at Africa Tours Adventure were extremely responsive to all my queries, knowledgable in preparation of the trip and guided me professionally through the whole tour. I am extremely happy with my gorilla experience! Thank you to Nicholas and Harrison at Africa Tours Adventure!
LK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
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My stay was good and enjoyed the trip very much, some of my observation for improvements are the Hotel food availability ( 1st two nights stay) was a concern as late comers were short of food at the Buffet, the room was good but the bathrooms needs improvement, My special appreciation to the driver(Issac) he was a great help and you should retain such dedicated employees. Overall we enjoyed the tour very much.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A unique adventure which exceeded expectations.
Our guide, Jane Bettenay, has a wealth of experience and no end of amusing stories which she told around the campfire.
Our cook, Pini, had a wide and varied amount of dishes to suit us all. Everyday she delivered tasty, delicious meals and the rest of Jane's staff were efficient and friendly.
All the campsites were great!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An awesonme personaly tailored experince
Susan and the team at Adroit were friendly and accommodating in helping me select a wildlife experience in Uganda. They are Govt approved which is crucial and operate with the upmost professionalism in an industry that I was warned could be very unreliable. I did not have time to do a safari but was looking for an experience that would expose me the animals of Africa in a day. I was given a driver who navigated the processes for me and was picked up and dropped back at the hotel. I could not recommended enough the chimpanzee sanctuary visit as it can be done in a few hours and provides the closest to seeing chimpanzees in their natural habitat. I also visited the Zoo which I was reluctant to do as I heard it was not very exciting.
However, I was convinced to pay the extra and do the feed the animals tour. This experience blew my mind and has left a lasting impression. A personalised tour of the Zoo with a highly informative Zoo keeper was a highlight. He introduced me to a beautiful Cheetah that I actually patted. I was petrified but it was such an awesome experience. I fed the lion behind bars, saw Rhinos up close, nearly kissed a glorious giraffe and fed a beautiful baby elephant. An overall wonderful experience. Thank you Susan. I will be back to do a safari.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional customer service and highly experienced, friendly and professional staff.
We'd been considering going through a larger company, but figured we'd also check out some smaller ones, including Instincts Safaris. We requested a quote and received a reply within a day from the co-founder Niels. He personally worked with us to customize our safari and make all the arrangements for our trip efficiently and thoroughly.
Our guide Rabani was very pleasant and knowledgeable of the region. We were really looking forward to the gorilla hike, and it surpassed our expectations. The hike did take four hours and was quite rainy (and muddy), but we were able to gather some amazing sights that made it worth the while. Accommodations were comfortable, especially refreshing after being outside all day. It was a wonderful trip, and I'd certainly choose them again!