US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kruger - a remarkable and life-changing place on this earth
We stayed at Lion Sands Resort, which shares borders with Kruger National Park: same wildlife, closer views, fewer potential interruptions via too many people on the dirt roads at once. Our guides made sure that we were always the only range rover on a particular unpaved track and this fostered a very intimate vision of the beauty of Africa...almost a dream.
Our guides were extremely knowledgable about this wonderful place and creatures and took great care in moving about quietly. They really knew where to look for amazing animal sightings including gazelles, elephants, lion prides, giraffes, hippos, Cape buffalo, all manner of incredible birds and on and on.
One of the most rare sighting was of a female leopard and her two young kits; watching her pad down a dry wadi and call her kits in a strange feline cry was amazing...they will only emerge from their hiding spot when they hear their mother's specific voice and sure enough, they bounded out and we watched for quite some time as they rebounded and moved on to the local watering hole.
Venturing out three times a day - for about 2.5 hours each trek - ensured that we would see the beauty of the land and it's inhabitants in a realistic variety of ways, not just a standard zoo-like single and contrived view (we actually visited a "game reserve" on the south eastern coast of Africa a week or so later and it is unworthy of camparison (we are mad for wildlife so we did this day trip too; 'recommended only for those who can't make it for a full safari or just passing through - otherwise, no thanks, we were irrevocably spoiled by Kruger!
The scenery is a mix of plains, jungle, rivers...all of the things you may have dreamed about Africa. Our accommodations were quite comfortable with all amenities, located on the edge of a river so we could view various creatures making there way to the river's edge to eat, drink and bathe.
The cuisine was quite good - getting a lot of face-time with the real Africa takes some energy and after three jaunts, you really enjoy a nice meal and a good glass of wine. Lion Sands is absolutely superb in this manner of hospitality - it's a mannered, hospitable place and very relaxing - highly recommended.
Seeing something so rare like Kruger - this beautiful and remarkable place - is life-changing and this is a feeling we will always carry in our hearts and minds. We wish the same for you in your safari. Jambo!
NG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
My husband and I spent some time in Kenya for our honeymoon. Initially our hotel got us a tour guide who was inefficient but we switched to Kennedy of doyen safari and I can tell you, our holiday experience changed dramatically. He was honest, patient and quite affordable...I recommend doyen safaris anyday, anytime. we'll certainly be back to nairobi and definitely using him.
Experience level: over 5 safaris
A wildlife memorable hour
A friend and I went to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in May 2016 to see the Mountain Gorillas via Kampala where we work. Our trip was planned with great detail and our local guide Martin Ngabirano met with us a few days before our trip to see if we had any additional questions about the trekking. Martin, is very personable, extremely knowledgable about the culture, environment and an excellent birder. Our three day trip started early in the morning from Kampala with a mid day stop at the Equator for a bite to eat and a few pictures. The drive is approximately 10 hours through hilly and mountainous geographical areas of Western Uganda. That evening we stayed at the Rushaga Gorilla Camp which I would highly recommend for trekkers. The staff was helpful and the scenery from the lodge is beautiful.
On the second morning we left for the Rushaga Gate for gorilla orientation and to meet the ranger, trekkers, guide and porters. Do hire a porter to carry your backpack, camera bag, and help you through some physically demanding areas and you are helping the local people. The time it takes to trek the gorillas can vary from a half an hour to 6+ hours. Our guide told us that we would be following the Bweza Gorilla Group. We hiked for approximately an hour and a half before we saw our first subadult. We were instructed to keep our distance to 7 meters but on occasions it can be closer due to the where the animals are feeding next to the trail. Visitors to the forest are allowed 1 hour to observe the gorillas and may take photos, and videos at this time. No flash is allowed. We saw 8 of the family members, feeding, and climbing trees. To spend this hour with these astonishing beautiful animals and the very skilled rangers, and guides was a life time experience. After the gorilla trekking we left the Rushaga gate and drove two hours to visit the Ruhija community Orphanage just outside the Ruhija gate in Bwindi. This orphanage is run by remarkable lady, Happy and the children are taught by a dedicated staff. Ruhija Little Angels Orphanage and Primary School is found on Facebook. We spent the night in the Ruhija community at the Trekkers Tervan which is comfortable.
The third morning after breakfast we headed back to Kampala and and on our way we saw Blue Monkeys, numerous birds and gorgeous scenery.
The gorilla permit is now $600 except during the rainy season months which are April, May and November when the permit is $450.00 When you go gorilla tracking, you are not just supporting the protection of the gorillas as well as the surrounding communities, but also helping to preserve the entire Uganda National Park System.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Better than expected
Because I had already seen the Northern part of Tanzania (which was amazing), I didn't think Masai Mara would be just as good. While Tanzania wins it in terms of scenic beauty and variation of landscapes, Masai Mara is equally good when it comes to wildlife. I had amazing sightings - lions (eating), cheetahs, a leopard closeby in a tree, a lot of elephants, hyena, topi, impala, giraffe and many more. I have some beautiful photos of all of them and also some stunning photos of the landscapes. I really loved the long drives on dirtroads standing in the vehicle with the wind and the sun in my face.
The weather was perfect. Not too hot. Not too cold. Only a few short showers in the afternoon. Accommodations were beautiful. Perfect trip altogether.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent and professional safari with a passion for photography
After a safari in Namibia, we desired to visit Malawi and Zambia. Friends suggested us Africa Wild Truck organization. Mr. Stefano Pesarelli and his wife Francesca Guazzo, italians by origin, are extremely professional guides and they know and love very well these countries where they live, so they are full experienced in organizing excellent safaris. In addition, on photography, Stefano is a professional photographer and his suggestions and advices are very helpful to partecipants that wants to improve with their cameras. We spent 10 wonderful days, elapsed too soon and i am sure with no doubtour next trip to Africa will be with Africa Wild Truck, possibly in Mozambique.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
they can put together whatever you want
i had a unique itinerary i was interested in. they had all the info and options i needed to make intelligent decisions. and the price was fair.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
One of our best holidays ever, Long to be remembered!
Hello there, my wife Pat and I just got home yesterday from one of my favorite holidays ever. I can say this thanks to Kruger Safaris
It's rare nowadays to find a good honest company like Kruger Safaris. Our guides and business owners Chris and Nicky were absolute Professionals and just Good People. I can see that they have a connection to nature which translates into pure enthusiasm. Their very special truck gave us the feeling of sitting in our own lounge for tea and made us very comfortable.
Bravo,
Thanks from Grayston and Pat
TW
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Malawi and Zambia....an holyday's dream
Africa is very nice and seen trough the eyes of Stefano e Francesca, representatives of Africa Wild Truck, you appreciate in all its essence . Meet them at the airport at our arrival has been a nice surprise . Solar ,efficient ,always available , and above all able to satisfy every our curiosity . In a short time we felt a group of friends not of tourist . Wonderful placet, Wonderful people ,Wonderful holiday !!!!!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing sites and sounds of the African bush.
Having lived in Botswana about 10years ago, I decided to embark on a self driven safari. The Chobe National Park has a lot of wildlife, as such one does not waist time looking for them. The weather was perfect because in August the temperature is mild with no rain. August is considered one of the best times to visit Chobe National Park and neighbouring attractions such as Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park and the Okavango Delta. Accommodation at Chobe Safari Lodge was excellent and so was the sunset cruise along the Chobe River. My highlights included seeing some of the largest African elephants on earth crossing the Chobe River; the majestic Southern Hornbill; a Hyena walking on the side of the road looking for animal carcasses and; lastly seeing Lions and the African Spotted Dogs on the hunt. In my opinion visiting the Chobe National Park and surrounding attractions is a vacation of a lifetime and I would recommend it to all nature lovers like myself.