Wonderful tour in beautiful Uganda.
We had a very busy itinerary going the length of the country. Karumuna did a great job getting us to all of our destinations. As everyone kept telling us, you're travelling on 'African roads' so you will often encounter dust or muddy tracks - Karumuna handled these very well. The safari was great and the chimp and gorilla tracking are experiences of a lifetime. Many thanks to Richard for a wonderful tour and great memories.
Diverse and abundant wildlife with guides and trackers who go above and beyond.
I stayed at the Idube Lodge and the staff was very friendly especially the ladies in the kitchen. The local staff was very quick to offer up smiles and say hello and even lend a hand with greetings in local languages.....more than one! The game drives and access to the Sabi Sand were the shining star in my experience here. (I managed to poison myself by spraying the "Sleep Ease" bugspray in my room with the doors closed....not advised!). However, I got very,very lucky where I had a vehicle all to myself on one drive........Also quite unique was my guide, Promise, a local, whom I was told by a driver is a Prince in his tribe.....can't get much luckier than that! This was an unforgettable experience!
Review about South Africa by Anne Lester Papadaki
Since this was my first safari experience and I had the great fortune of staying at Tintswalo, Idube, and Lukimbi; three very different lodges. I fell in love with game reserves and photographing animals. I loved being able to interact with various cultures, just learning basic greetings and getting to use them. Even down to the various drivers who took me from lodge to lodge and to the airport: so many unique people who were easily willing to share their knowledge and pride in South Africa. It just kept getting better! And I would like to add that the admin staff were all very professional and helpful in securing last minute transportation. Many more good things to say.....fabulous experience.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing places, friendly and helpful staff
We booked a trip in Namibia for 4 people. Everything went perfectly well. The places we went to were just amazing. We always got quick and helpful answers from our contacts at Giltedge Africe (formerly Southern Africa Travel).
I would definitely recommend to travel with them
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Safari, Great Service, Great Value
Asili Explorer is one of the best tour operations I've had the pleasure of being with. I have been in 14 countries in Africa and more in Asia and this was one of the best, most professional experiences I've had. Everything was either as described or better, on time, on schedule and super professional. The guide, Joe is extremely knowledgable on the terrain and flora and fauna. The places we stayed were lovely and the Safari on the whole was much cheaper than comparable safaris. Asili is also Tanzanian and locally owned, which is where your money should go, not to the Multi-National Safari companies.
Going with Asili again is a priority for me and my family.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Experience - Top Organization
It was perfectly organized. All information was shared in advance and the support from the team in the office was perfect. They answered all questions and offered easy & fast solution to any problem.
Simon (the guide) was extremely nice with interesting stories to share and great knowledge of the wildlife. He was always on time, well organized and reliable. In addition, Simon was a great cook!! We really enjoyed our breakfast and diners ;-)
Last but not least: we saw the most amazing animals!!! For a 3 days safaris during a heat wave (37°C: animals tend to hide in such circumstances), it was really a gift to be able to see that much. Some people will say it is luck, but I think is also relates to the guide. He knew his stuff ;-)
Thanks you Simon and Wild Wings Safaris team! We really enjoyed ourselves!!
Elise & Jean-Baptiste
IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
From airport pick up at Kilimanjaro till drop after 6 nights, everything was very well planned.
Good vehicle, knowledgable guide cum driver, excellent administrative support from main office & all arrangements made according to the agreement made the trip memorable.
RU
Wonderful experience
Dear Amani tours! Thank you very much for the organization of our 3-day Selous safari! Everything was perfect! We liked it very much. Our guide Daniel, the driver, the chef did their job very well. They were very helpful and nice, they really cared about us and tried to do everything to make us feel comfortable and excited.
So, we will recommend your company to our friends.
FI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Adventure backpackers was great, affordable but great quality trips and really friendly staff. :)
Super good company with really friendly and helpful staff. I joined one of their trips (to lake Magadi) which was a lot of fun!! And i got help from Adventure backpackers group with other things too, like finding a children's home where i could volunteer and live in after the trip. Thank you for everything!! :)
UA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari experience
Driver was really professional. I think, thanks to him we saw "Big 5" and a lot of other animals. he has stopped the car in good places, that is why photoshoots were perfect.
Food was well prepared, and our table was served the first amog other ones.
Tent was not perfect, but I think such experience was usefull and interesting.
thanks for the organization, help and you professionalism!