DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Extra-ordinary experience with Yala Safaris Uganda
I went home for a short holiday for Christmas and this time I aimed at being a tourist. Therefore I had red the services of Yala Safaris Uganda together with 3 of my friends.
We were picked up and taken to a mid-range hotel. We stayed there for the night and next day we relaxed and spent sometime with our families privately. On the 3rd day early in the morning we were picked up from the hotel and driven to Masindi where we were to do our Safari. They provided us with water, fruits and a stop mid way to buy some street food which is a boom. The Safari was well organized and we enjoyed activities such as fame drive, boat cruise and Chimp tracking.
I must recommend the services of Yala Safaris Uganda as their driver was alway very nice to us often asking if we were feeling well and whether everything was fine or even for our ideas to make the trip better.
I surely recommend Yala Safaris Uganda to anyone out there. Can't wait for my next trip in a couple of months.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Impeccably organised trip!
Clyde and the Tailormade Africa team really did a great job for us! Before our departure where we were given beautiful personalised dashboards of the trip to come. The flight to the Masai Mara was convenient and quick and our fantastic guide (and now friend) was waiting for us as soon as we got out of the plane.
The accommodation was beautiful and just the kind of thing we wanted to experience The staff at the camps went out of their way to make us feel at home and served us beautiful meals, drinks and desserts everyday.
Thats before we even got on the safari drives! Which were a riveting experiences everyday, further enriched by how knowledgable the guides were and how generous they were with their knowledge. We even did a walking safari which was one of the coolest experiences of my life!
Thanks Clyde & Team Tailormade Africa! You'll be hearing from us again soon!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience with a fantastic guide
Matt was a fantastic guide who really cares about his travellers. He picked us up from Joburg and drove the 5 hours to Kruger. He made sure we saw all of the animals and kept us well fed and watered over the weekend we were with him. He goes the extra mile and I would definitely recommend him as yes you can do this trip on your own but if you dont know what you are looking for then you are wasting your money as you will be very lucky to see the animals that we did. Only an experienced guide will get this for you so be warned.
IE
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
What they offer is what you get
I found them willing to discuss which trips are suitable for my requirements, they are very aware of costs and the type of experience you want, I was looked after very well met off the plane, directed to my small aircraft, looked after in every camp, providing an unforgettable trip, I hope to avail of their services in the near future and would definitely recommend them to anyone. Thank you Tailormade Africa
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Magical Trip with an Outstanding Company
This was truly the trip of a lifetime for me. Nicholas worked with me to produce a packed but feasible itinerary which was perfect for my 13-day tour of Uganda. He answered all of my many questions in detail and extremely promptly - I don't think he ever takes a day off! His quote was extremely competitive and the trip was worth every penny.
My guide in Uganda was Barnabas and I can't praise him highly enough. He was extremely knowledgeable and I learned a great deal about the country and its wildlife from him. He is clearly very passionate about conservation and he put in a great deal of effort to ensure that my trip was a complete success. He is a very open, friendly and entertaining guide and his professionalism is exceptional. It was an absolute pleasure to be in his company. He's also a skilled driver which meant that I always felt completely safe despite some of the roads and weather that we encountered.
The accommodation that Nicholas organised for me was fantastic; stunning views, comfortable rooms, great food and consistently excellent service with a smile.
It's difficult to choose highlights from the trip - everything was wonderful. My game drives in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth were fantastic. Our vehicle was great for game viewing and finally getting to see a leopard was breathtaking! Barnabas' keen eye and good relationships with other guides and staff at the parks meant that I saw a whole host of animal and bird life. The boat cruises in these parks were also terrific, particularly for hippos and birds.
The chimpanzee and gorilla tracking in Kibale and Bwindi were truly unforgettable experiences and I loved tracking golden monkeys in Mgahinga. I'd definitely recommend hiring a porter for these treks. You don't necessarily need someone to carry your bag if you're fit and the hike isn't too long, but you'll provide someone with a day's work for only $15/20 and they can give you a helpful push or pull on the steeper bits, especially if it's been raining.
All in all, Nicholas and Barnabas planned and delivered an amazing trip. It was a complete success and I thoroughly recommend using Africa Tours Adventure. Huge thanks to them!!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
East Africa Wild Adventures created an Incredible Journey for Us!
I don't even know where to begin. Our recent trip to East Africa was so incredible and way beyond any expectation we had. East Africa Wild Adventures custom tailored this trip for us down to the finest detail. The budget was reasonable and every day we felt we received a greater value than our investment. Alym took such good care of us, we could even feel his presence (checking in with the guides) while we were away. I highly recommend this company and cannot begin to describe how perfect our trip was. We have no doubt that Alym was the reason everything went so well. Never a delay, the itinerary was perfect and our guides were amazing, knowledgeable and seemingly well connected. The accommodations were perfect and the days perfectly planned. We are very grateful we found this company to plan our incredible trip to east Africa!
LU
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience
Our first trip to Uganda turned out to be a wonderful experience thanks to the very good organisation through Matoke Tours. We saw them all, Shoebill, lions, leopards, buffalos, mountain gorillas, chimps, and, and, and. Our driver Richard was, beside being a very skilful and experienced driver, a walking dictionary when it came to questions about fauna and flora, about history, politics and culture regarding this wonderful country. He knew it all. A good choice of lodges and a very professional planning and organisation makes us looking forward to going back to Uganda for another exciting trip. Still lots to discover !
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
comfort safaris on a budget
Our 2nd trip to Africa was much shorter on a much more restricted budget. We were uncertain we could do it without the hassle of camping. The trek across camping grounds to get to the loo in the middle of the night loses its allure at our age.
Enter Kenya Walking Survivors Tours. Comfortable lodge accommodation on a camping budget.
Our Driver, John proved to be not only a skilled driver but a knowledgeable guide. His ability to find the animals we wanted to see was impressive. At one point we happily sat and waited for nearly a hour to see lion cubs, when others came and went without seeing anything, we were told, "patience." His advice rewarded us.
Thanks to Kenya Walking Survivors Tours we had the most exciting and memorable holiday.
We have become safari addicts. There is no doubt we will be travelling with them again, it's just a matter of how quickly we can save the money.
I have no hesitation in recommending KWST to anyone contemplating travel in East Africa.
If none of the itineraries suit, they will tailor one for you.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wild Glory is the best ever!!
We spent four days on safari in Tanzania with Wild Glory. From the beginning processes of exchanging emails to the drop off at the airport, everything was handled excellently and superbly. Angel answered my questions thoroughly and promptly via email (and I had a lot of questions! Thank you, Angel!) Angel's recommendations of hotels were good. We couldn't have had any better arrangements. The payment transactions were smooth and easy. Pickup at the airport by Baraka was spot-on and seem less. We arrived in the wee hours of the morning to our hotel in Arusha, but Baraka was helpful and cheerful through it all. The next morning we were promptly picked up at our hotel in Arusha and taken to Wild Glory offices to meet Angel and be advised of our itinerary and upcoming safari details. Then we were off on safari. Our vehicle was so comfortable, with padded seats and a cooler to keep drinks and snacks refreshingly cool. There were pockets on the backs of the seats to store items, and Baraka kept the vehicle clean. The Serengeti for two days was our first safari, and that was an absolutely unforgettable experience. We saw so much wildlife, and up-close and personal. A cheetah and five babies. A leopard with her two cubs. Male lions and elephants walking close enough to our vehicle that we could have touched them. A pride of lions taking down a zebra (not my favorite, but it was fascinating to see). Baraka was fun and friendly and helpful and the best guide we could have asked for. We had thoughtful, meaningful conversations, as well as light-hearted fun. He taught us Swahili and spotted and named so many animals and birds, I lost count! He skillfully navigated the driving and found refreshing places for lunches and private places for other business we had to attend to. He was over-the-top accommodating in every way. After Serengeti we went to the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara, before going to the airport to say our tearful goodbyes to our new friend. Thank you Baraka for an incredible, never-to-be-forgotten experience!
Wild Glory and Baraka were the best ever!!!! Highly recommended.
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari Kenya
Our 2-days private Safari was amazing! We love Kenya and Tsavo West National Park. This place is so beautiful. All was perfect! Our driver Michael was fantastic! Animals, the weather and food, all amazing! Best experence in Africa! We love this country and people. Thank You Max. We will back :) We give Big 10 and 5 Stars!