US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our Trip To Tanzania
Our trip to Tanzania (booked through with Pam Safaris) has been one of our best holiday as it exceeded our expectations. We had decided to go with Pam safaris through a recommendation made by a friend. We found Albert and his team really helpful, efficient and friendly. I will highlight the positives.
Tanzania (and its people) are simply wonderful, the attention to our requests made us feel special and listened to the whole holiday. This was done through the planning and making sure the package met our needs and budget ( its helpful to be clear on your needs and flexible on what’s available) The vastness and majesty of the landscape along with the wildlife left us in awe! This is more than the Africa we had dreamt of visiting. Seeing the wildebeest in the Serengeti was just magical– an experience that will stay with us forever. Our stay at the Ngorongoro Serena lodge at the end of the trip was the definition of luxury in the wild. We were put in a deluxe lodge that offered an amazing view of the volcanic crater area – it was just spectacular.
Overall we are more than happy with the trip that was organised by Pam Safaris, it was very well tailored to suit our liking. Worth every Dollar!!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience with Mamaland!! :-D
If you like to savor the true value of Uganda this tour operator is the place for you! Amazing trip, with great guide (fun and very competent, great person), wonderful experience for nature and animal lovers. See hyppos walking around your tent is great! and wath about the lions on the tree?
Thanks to mamaland for the ralization of Uganda dream!
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Kotido Karamoja
Just a short report of my quick visit to Kotido in Karamoja with Stephen, Solomon and John. John Longok didn't saw his family for over 6 years so suddenly I had the idea to give him this opportuntiy. When John was 15 years old he was taken away from his family and after years of suffering things are going quite better now with John's life. Ofcourse, he misses his family a lot.
I know Stephen and Solomun from Cultours now for almost 3 years and I asked them if they could drive John and me to Kotido. None of the cars were available but Stephen wouldn't be Stephen if he didn't came up with a good solution.
So eventually, in the early morning friday 18th September we left Entebbe for a long journey to Kotido.
Solomon was the driver and even though it was a long way, Stephen gave us a lot of interesting explanations about things we drove by. After a overnight in a cheap but reasonable hostel "it" was coming closer and closer. John was pretty nerveous, emotions came up and suddenly it was a little bit to much.
It was saturdaymorning and I had to ask Stephen and Solomon to stay in the car because in this way John could approach his family with a very trusted environment and less nerveousity, and ofcourse they did so.
The meeting with his family was very overwhelming and emotional. Eventually, when it was afternoon, Stephen and Solomon came also to the family. They got a warm welcome aswell.
We brought some clothes and food for the family and the father of John was sick so together with Stephen and Solomon we went for some medicines.
In the village there were also some shows with a lot of dance and spectacle.
The people of the village are still living in Banda's and yields from cows and sheep.
Karamoja... If you get the opportunity and you are in Uganda then one thing is for sure: You have to go there!
This village is so colourful, it's a world on his own.
Cul Tours Safaris will accompany you during this trip perfectly.
I would like to thank Stephen and Solomon for making this journey to Kotido in Karamoja unforgettable and flawless, also on behalf of John.
PT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
First timers in Africa
Thanks to Carlston for putting together a super interesting itinerary that we would not forget. Being our first trip to Africa it was overwhelming to see the vastness of the country with ever changing landscapes and wildlife as well as the deep rooted culture of the masai tribe. I would consider this more of an experience than a holiday, only regret being I wish I had done this trip when I was younger as I would like to have climbed Kilimanjaro. The accommodation, food, hospitality and our guide were great, a perfect combination. A word of advice is to take a small pillow to soften the bumpy drive.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a spectacular experience!
When my wife asked me to go to Africa I immediately said no. I was a very reluctant traveler to Africa because I worried about safety and health issues.
I have just returned and I have to admit how wrong I was and what a great trip I had. Understand that we went to Tanzania & Zanzibar. At no time did we venture near the problematic areas that have been in the news these past few years. The people in both countries were friendly and outgoing and extended every courtesy to us as well as all the other travelers we saw.
Over 90% of the success of our 3 week trip can be directly attributed to the folks at Breakdown Safari. They took care of us from the time we landed at the airport in Dar Es Salem to returning us to the airport 3 weeks later.
Right from the start Breakdown Safaris communicated with my wife about suggestions for where to go, what to do, what not to do etc. In the middle of our planning we had to do a major shift in plans. They accommodated us and re arranged everything so that our schedule would work out. They let us know who and how much we needed to tip. We ate dinner with them and had some great conversations with them about their business, about Africa
We went on two different safaris with them. They picked us up in a clean modern truck rigged for safari. The different “camps” we stayed in were neat, clean and superior to some of the hotels I have stayed in for business travel within the US. Any little problem that came up they immediately rectified the situation.
At each camp site the respective owners or managers were the first to welcome us and made every effort to take care of our needs. This was a reflection on the Breakdown Safari staff who had done their homework in selecting camps that were up to their own standards.
Breakdown Safaris is the way to go if you are going to go on safari in Africa. They can and will give you suggestions based on your input, plan and execute your safari vacation flawlessly.
If anyone has any questions about them please send me an email and I would be happy to answer any and all questions.
Richard O’Malley
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Exquisite African Experience! The most amazing way to see and experience wild Africa.
From start to finish, Natureways are incredibly professional and attentive. From emails regarding the booking until the end of our trip. Having enjoyed safaris in various parts of Southern Africa, including Hwange and Kruger, Natureways canoe safaris has been the most spectacular in terms of customer service, customer experience. The food on the trip was just incredible, baring in mind we're in a camp. The staff during the trip were extremely knowledgable and professional and we always felt safe and in good hands. We felt so welcome and staff couldn't do enough for us. Great humour and a genuine love for wildlife, we cannot wait to return. This is definitely the way to experience Africa. The Zambezi river is breathtaking and Mana Pools was picture-book Africa, with elephants, one evening leopard, the sound of lion..... I couldn't list everything we saw... But this trip is by far a lifetime experience one would never forget. Thank you to everyone at Natureways!
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Incredible trip down the Zambesi
I went on a Tamarind canoe safari from Chirundu to Mana pools, its hard to write down what an amazing time I had on the trip. The organization was amazing, the guides were professional and knowledgeable, catering was fantastic, and the wildlife was absolutely amazing!!!. Even though we had to take all our provisions for the trip with us from day 1 it was still a very relaxing and not strenuous. I would strongly recommend this trip and company to anyone who would ask.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Selous Game Reserve Safari
Last August me and my wife, we spent by Gombe Track Safari tours 4 fantastic days in Seleous Game reserve.
Everything was great , Mr. Joshua ( Owner of Gombe Safari ) had managed for us a great trip , the accommodation in Hippocamp was very good , last but not least our Driver/ Guide Mr. Joshua , this Guy is very professional , knows everything inside the park and when you are near to him you are getting always safety , we saw with him many animals . Thank You again at all Gombe Safari staff for everything , see You next year
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience!
We went on a 11 day tour in Uganda this summer (2015). The service of Matoke Tours was above our expectations! We had a mix of budget and mid-range accomodations. Both were very pleasing.
We were on a private tour, so only me and my girlfriend on board, which was great considering the flexibility we had on our everyday agenda.
We had the best guide of all, Anatoli! He was simply great in all aspect: lots of experience, funny, great storytelling, etc.
You shouldn't be worried to go with Matoke Tours for your Ugandan safari.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good service, helpful staff. Provide plenty of support and are friendly to deal with.
The safari was amazing; we had a ton of fun with minimal hiccups. All campsite bookings were arranged, car hire went smoothly. Made for a great vacation