US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great trip to Africa
Go Touchdown has done a great job despite the pandemic. Our group of 9 bought the African Safari package 2 years ago and they help us reschedule our trip several times...outstanding!
The trip was a true bucket list experience and Go Touchdown provided us with great drivers, guides and places to stay. Everything was top notch and we highly recommend them for all travel experiences.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Tour Operator was Awesome from the start to the finish of the of a lifetime.
All the locations of the trip were well staffed and clean. The US dollar went a long way in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana. We saw 4 of the Big 5 Water Buffalos,Lions , Rhinoceros and Elephants . The Leopards only come out at night to hunt, no one wanted to go looking for them. Most of the Safari Sites were in the wild. All the countries were beautiful landscapes that went for miles and miles. All of the staff were always available for questions and anything you needed. All drivers were very personable and could answer any questions that we all had . There was 9 family and friends in our group. Each one would recommend this trip of a lifetime to anyone. We were always safe and looked after no matter where we were.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful personalized experience.
When planning my Uganda trip, I was originally just looking for a driver but not necessarily a guide and I came across Wyclef's name in the TripAdvisor reviews of Gorillas and Beyond Safaris. The reviews I read were stellar so I reached out to him. In summary, those stellar reviews are accurate. From the first communication I had with Wyclef via email he was responsive, thorough and very patient with all my inquiries. He actually ended up being the BEST THING to happen to our trip because he turned out to be so much more than just a driver/guide for our 22 day trip around Uganda. He became a KEY PLAYER in making our trip to Uganda truly a trip of a lifetime. I don't even know where to start with this review because he had such an impact on our trip that he, his family/friends and lodge have truly become friends we will keep in contact with long after the trip is just memories.
One of the advantages of going with Wyclef instead of a tour group is that not only is he giving you a private tour that caters to your personal requests, there is a lot of flexibility if/when you decide to change or tweak your itinerary. We came to Wycef with own own ideas and he filled in the missing details and made suggestions on how to improve on our ideas. He really knows Uganda, the tourist highlights and various lodges that suit your budget/lifestyle. He was also a fabulous connection between us and the local culture since he would explain different foods, cultures, the history of Uganda, etc. We even had some unconventional suggestions that he assisted us with, such as biking for a couple of days in the countryside. He not only organized the bicycles, he also met us along the way on a beautiful overlook with a snack of fresh pineapple. We also requested to hike a few days in the lesser known and lesser visited Rwenzori National Park. He not only organized the trip with the mountaineering guides but he also did the hike with us and summitted his first 15,000ft peak during this trip - no easy feat!!!
It was the little things he added that made this trip special. Somehow Wyclef found out that it was my birthday during my Uganda trip and he managed to surprise me with an entire schoolhouse of children singing me a chorus of "Happy Birthday" along with delivering me a personalized birthday cake. And bird viewing - don't forget the birds! Many people do game drives to see the big animals, but Wyclef would be able to identify even the smallest birds and it goes without saying that Uganda has some absolutely gorgeous colorful birds that we would have overlooked without his keen eye. He was a trooper up to the very end of our trip, when I mentioned to him there was one last souvenior that I wanted - he managed to make a special stop by a market en route to the airport just so I could purchase this item.
In the end, Wyclef became more than just a guide during our time in Uganda, he truly made our trip extra special and became a friend across the miles.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable, available throughout the day and lovely to work people to work with.
Thank you for all your help and support to make our SA trip everything we wanted it to be. From start to finish you were amazing.
Amazing safari and tours for Kruger and Garden Route
I’m sure we will be back and I will be sure to get in touch! Thank you!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Five stars all the way
Our GoTouchDown trip to South Africa was the trip of a lifetime and did not disappoint. Accommodations and food were all excellent. All of our tour guides were knowledgable, fun, and dependable. I would recommend this agenda to all of my friends.
GT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best First Safari Experience
Safari Update Travels was an excellent choice, I communicate with Silas who answered all my questions and helped me to rebook after my bus got delay on the way to Nairobi to join my group.
He came over to look for me at the bus station and offered to join the next group the following day.
This was my first Safari and I was a bit worried about going by myself but the experience was amazing.
Our tour guide John was great! I think he is the best driver in the whole Masai Mara. He knew where the action was so we were able to see animals very close.
I booked the budget Safari and the service, the accommodation, the food, everything has great! However, I do wish I paid the extra bucks for the mid-Lux accommodation. It was totally worth it.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic safari experience
I had booked a 3D/2N safari with Safari With Us which was a fantastic experience from the intial contact to my stay in Kruger NP. Andre was very responsive and helpful and patiently answered all my questions. The tour itself was very well organized, great accommodations and very fun and enthusiastic guides and staff. I can highly recommend booking via Safari With Us and hope to be back myself soon!
PT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience for life
Amazing tour and incredible accommodation with beautiful landscapes! Truly recommended! Our driver Jonah was very professional, punctual and made sure we saw everything we wanted!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful!
We did a 3-days Safari in Maasai Mara. We were lucky to have Sam as a guide who was very kind, enthousiaste and positive. The Safari was incredible, it’s such a wonderful experience. I really recommend you to chose this company, they are on-time, very organize and super welcoming. Thank you Earthwings, you made this adventure unforgettable.
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was a great tour and experiance, from start to end!
Oscar the guide/driver was wonderful. He made an effort to spot as many animals as possible including the big five, he has great eyes, and was very knowledgeable and friendly.
The safari resorts were special and comfortable, which helped us to enjoy a great experience.
We highly recomand DODO and Oscar!
