AE
You guys are the best
I had the best experience ever with you guys from the moment I landed at the airport , am looking forward to come back this July with my family for our vacation
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
it could not have been better
First of all, and most important: Thank you! Thank you Haruna (our guide) for making this trip such an unbelievable experience. During our 10-day roundtrip through the various national parks of Uganda, you made us feel safe & comfortable allowing us to enjoy the “ride” thoroughly. While being a reliable driver, you provided countless information regarding the country as well as its wildlife in perfect English language. However, what we liked even more were the interesting and deep discussions about our different cultural backgrounds leading to an exchange and sometimes even an adoption of rituals, practices or habits.
We arrived at Entebbe International Airport in the middle of the night, with transport to our accommodation already arranged. Everything went as planned and, after a first delicious breakfast consisting of assorted fruits, pancakes and coffee the next morning, Haruna picked us up in his comfortable tourist van where you could raise the roof while on safari. We then started our journey to the different national parks of Lake Mburo, Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, Kibale and Murchison Falls before heading back to Kampala to do a Covid-19 test and then Entebbe to fly back to Germany. Throughout the various national parks, we were able to see elephants, hippos, giraffes, lions, leopards, zebras, buffalos, chimpanzees, baboons, various other species of monkeys, mountain gorillas, multiple beautiful birds as well as many other animals. When we weren’t able to see the wild animals that we were supposed to see in a specific national park during our first game drive (safari) there, Haruna was relentless in pulling all strings possible and even offering a second unplanned game drive in that national park when time would allow it. While every single game drive was enjoyable and delivered an animal species that we hadn’t seen before, the penetration of the “impenetrable forest” in Bwindi to see the mountain gorillas was another big highlight. After an exhausting (but easily doable for people of average fitness) 2-hour hike up the mountain, we essentially became part of a gorilla family for one hour. The gorillas didn’t mind the human presence at all, allowing you to observe our tremendously smart and impressive relatives from a very close distance. Certainly a must-do for frenetic wildlife fans who can afford it!
On the road from one national park to the other, Haruna quickly recognized what was most important for us: He made sure that we had a constant supply of drinking water, asked regularly if we had to use the washrooms and let us enjoy the scenery and culture. We stopped for typical Ugandan food, fruit markets along the highway and different viewpoints where we wanted to take photo. Basically, whenever we asked for something or had a small problem, Haruna was able to help and solve it very fast.
This setting as well as the surprisingly beautiful weather during the wet season allowed us to have an all-around amazing stay in Uganda. Highly recommended to travelers around the world!
Once again, thank you. Haruna hakuna matata!
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable trip to Uganda thanks to NGONI Safaris!
We wouldn't change a thing in our memorable 18-days safari trip!
We booked with Ngoni Safaris and we are so grateful, we did. Our personal contact Sedrick, answered all our question we had regarding our trip pretty prompt. A very special "THANK YOU" goes to our lovely guide and trained driver Ben. He took always great care of us and helped with his knowledge in every situation. Ngoni safaris managed everything to include accomodations, transportation, meals and booking activities. And they really made it a personalized and memorable experience. We spent every two nights in a different lodge and always got the best room or safari tent. We were blown away by the amazing cuisine, weather, culture, welcoming people and activities (e.g. rafting on the white nile was so much fun!). We didn't want to leave one place after the other, but what was awaiting always exceeded our expectations. The highlight of our tour was the gorilla AND the chimpanzee tracking. An unforgetable experience meeting those giants und little "humans" (baby gorillas) in a lush green rainforest! We always had amazing guides, saw wildlife up close and personal, went on bush walks and enjoyed great food as well. The destinations alone would have made this an incredible trip, but Ben really went above and beyond for us. After seeing pictures from our trip, I always wish to go back to enjoy more of this beautiful country! We will absolutely, without a doubt, be recommending Ngoni Safaris. Thanks so much!
US
Experience level: first safari
Extremely knowledgeable and patient
Wonderful tour operator - knew aspects of the animals the other tour companies where unaware and thus protected us from , as an example , a swarm of large birds that came out of a large tree nearby and greatly distressed the other tourists . He was very careful yet very knowledgeable and pleasant . I will like to book again .
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome safari experience: Informative & friendly tour guide, reliable service & comfortable vehicle
Awesome safari experience: Informative & friendly tour guide, reliable service & comfortable vehicle.
My tour guide/safari driver was very good. A very friendly person and was very informative about the safari. A learned a lot from him about the animals and the culture in Kenya. We became very good friends on the trip. He was also very flexible with my schedule and with my desired itinerary.
The overall service was reliable and exceeded my expectations. The vehicle was very comfortable and the accommodation was amazing.
I did the safari trip solo, so I was concerned at first with my safari planning. But Safari Update Travels was so good to me. They made my safari experience a once in a life time experience which I will never forget. Thank you!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
unforgettable safari experience
We went on safari together with this beautiful company . We agreed with Martha two weeks before the safari . Despite the lockdown, we had an amazing and unforgettable week-long safari with the wonderful driver Patrick . We saw the sick five and we managed to see all the animals that we could . We recommend Martha and Patrick to anyone who is looking for a safari in Kenya.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
"Awesome experience and organized tour"
The trip was extremely wonderful. Uganda is such a beautiful country with friendly people.
The communication with Doreen was fantastic. She was very fast in responding my mails.
Our guide Peter was amazing, friendly, funny and had a lot of knowledge concerning wildlife.
The lodges were all nice with friendly people around and Food was delicious .
Thanks alot to Hail tours team for making my vacation trip to be awesome!!
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional and friendly
I went for a 5 day safari trip, around Serengeti, Ngorogoro Crater and Arusha National Park and more which was great.
The guides where friendly and professional. We had our own chef and delicious food. The guide communicated with other guides, so we got to see every thing. We had a sleep over at the crater, which I highly recommend. At evening wild elephants came to the camp to drink water.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Awesome to Tour With
It was such an awesome experience since the first day of the pickup. During the 3 days tour I had with this guys I can say that I really enjoyed and got a fair deal of my money. They have a high level of professionalism and their communication is awesome.
I would recommend anyone to have a tour retreat with with guys and I assure you, regret will be the last thing you will have.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
SOMETHING NEW EVERYDAY!
We had a terrific guide named Ian for a five day safari of Taragire National Park, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti. We became close friends and he knew where all the game was. We spotted elephants and male lions every day, along with the all the big game including a rhino charging a water buffalo, a cheetah with her cub, hippos, and 25 hyenas, some with blood on their necks from a fresh kill. Every day was a new adventure including hanging out with all of the guides, once everyone else was asleep in their tents, drinking with them and telling stories. It was a trip full of memories.
In Zanzibar, we stayed at Sea Cliff Resort on the northwest side of the island. Again, all the transfers went smooth and everything was taken care of. This resort was a slice of heaven for sure. The bars/restaurants were great, the two infinity pools, the pier to watch sunsets, the spa, the food, the service. We also booked a few excursions with the hotel - to Prison Island and a tour of Stone Town. Also on the actual evening of my birthday we paid the guy who originally picked us up at the airport about $80 to take me all the way out to the northeast side of the island so that we could have dinner at the Rock Restaurant (if you've never heard of it, Google it, trust me). The drive is about 90 minutes and he sat there for 2 hours and waited in the van while we enjoyed the scenery and dinner. That was $80 well spent.
In conclusion, I can honestly say that this was probably my favorite trip yet. That is saying a lot because I've taken amazing trips to Cambodia, Iceland, Brazil, Peru, French Polynesia, New Zealand, etc. etc. I've been all over...and this was one of a kind.
