35-50 years of age
SOUTH AFRICA
Recently went to South Africa for a week.
Apart from the bad roads, worn down farms/buildings next to the road, rubbish everywhere, just like in Namibia, in some towns, and the fact that we were almost hijacked in Kimberly, I was pleasantly surprised!
We got great and friendly service from everyone right from the start, good food and drinks, exept from one place, best/affordable accommodation, clean malls, clean bathrooms, the weather was perfect and from the animals that we could see was a nice experience!
We visited a total of plus minus 6 towns. Every town is different. Every landscape is different.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Cordial, experienced, attention to detail, amicable, adventurous, timely, humble, excellent.
Communications are timely, courteous, and spot on.
They do more than what they are paid to do. They do that which a tourist like me may not see but due to their experience they know it shall be great for me. personally they exceeded my expectations and set the bar so high that the experiences i had before on safari are paling in comparison to the Johnnie Uganda Safaris experience. they took so many memorable photos of me that i have become so popular and revered because of my trip with them. Johnie is so knowledgeable that by the time i came back from safari its like i knew so much about birds, mammals, there behavior, the myths about them, different language greetings and even had an insatiable appetite for safari. The meal places were amazing accommodation was unique, i did not have any food poisoning whatsoever, i felt safe in the wild and slept like a baby. i also got time to meditate and actualize myself on the trip.
They are really good at managing time!
i got to see lions which in some places are not easy to locate, i was so up-close it felt like in the movies.
when i returned from Safari i learned that others who had gone to "safari" had not had a tenth of my experience and all wanted to tour again- this time with Johnnie Uganda Safaris.
i am now referred to as "the domestic tourist".
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible holiday where everything was taken care of and exactly what we wanted
Alym was incredibly available and communicative. Put a complex 3 week trip including safari, gorilla trekking and 3 islands in the Seychelles together in with less than a months notice and he did it all smoothly and with open communication.
Itinerary was uploaded to an app which was easy to follow with contacts readily available if required.
Everything went smoothly and all guides/tour companies used were amazing
BE
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing three weeks trip trough north Ethiopia in a 4WD-Toyota and driver guide Jakob.
We (two couples) contacted Senait for a trip through Ethiopia based on a standard tour, but indicating which specific locations we preferred to visit in detail. At Addis Abeba airport we met Jakob from Senait Ethiopia Tours, our Driver Guide for the next three weeks through North Etiopia.
Jakob proved to be a perfect Host throughout these three weeks. Almost immediately he understood our personnel wishes, and adapted the daily program at our convenience. The brand new Toyota 4WD supplied by Senait was really needed and suitable for the roads in the region.
We crossed the several areas and the National Parks, and every day we were really astonished by the beautifull country, the animals and the local population with their local way of life and religion.
We are convinced that the experience and knowledge of our driver Guide Jakob was really needed to pass some of the local barriers without problems.
Although we were well prepared for this trip, this was really our most interesting and amazing journey for many years.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing trip with Afromaxx to Tansania and Uganda in Autumn 2018
Hello Afromaxx!!! Greetings from Germany. We were now for the second time with Afromaxx in Africa on the way and also this time we are inspired by country and people and especially by the Afromaxx team. Our journey led us in the first week through Tanzania. Also this time we were enthusiastic about the animal world but also about the accommodations in the lodges. A special experience was my ascent of Ol Doinjo Lengai. A big thank you to the local Massai guide "James", who led Gabriel and me to the summit crater. Unfortunately the holy mountain of the Massai was not well disposed towards us on this day and denied us the view through the dense fog. In the descent we were compensated by breathtaking views to Lake Natron and the Serengeti Plain. Special thanks to our driver guide "Gabriel" who took care of our lost suitcase and took us safely and expertly through the country and the National Parks. In the second week we visited Uganda and were surprised by the difference to Tanzania. After a week with quite a lot of dust we experienced a lush, green country with wonderful landscapes and rain forests. Especially the animals, lions climbing trees, chimpanzees and gorillas will remain in our memory. With Kennedy, our driver guide, we also had an excellent, attentive and friendly companion in Uganda. Our thanks go once again to Gabriel and Kennedy, you are doing an excellent job!!! We don't think this was our last trip with Afromaxx, there is still enough to discover.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great holiday experience
The holiday deal I got through Vacay was really good and memorable. I enjoyed a weekend in Malindi, at a lovely resort thanks to Vacay.
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional service and keen to cater to our needs.
Very quick to reply to emails and very helpful with choice of accommodation. Best price too. Great safari..exceeded our expectations.Would definately use them again. Thanks.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An above and beyond safari with Africa Flash!
I can't thank Peter (owner of the company) and John (my safari guide) enough! I am a young solo traveller and they made me feel so comfortable and well looked after for the entirety of the trip. I did a lot of research before the safari and Flash McTours definitely seemed like the best way to go!
I stayed at Zebra Plains camp, a stunning location, great food and the staff were amazing. It was also located near a shortcut into the park where we saw a lot of animals on the game drives - plenty of lions, cheetahs and even some elephants towards the end. I would also recommend taking a 4x4 jeep as some of the roads are hard to get to and if you want to have the best experience you need a good car!
From the pick up to the drop off everything was perfect, my guide John was great company and kept me well informed along the way. I got to meet Peter at the end of my trip which was such a nice way to conclude the safari. Hopefully I'll be back soon to do another safari with these guys, cannot recommend them enough!
Asante sana!
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
super professional, friendly and reliable service from Tanja
With 6 people we have made an unforgettable trip through Botswana thanks to Tanja.
We were with 4x4 vehicles and roof tent on the way and stayed several times in Lodgen.
All wishes of us were implemented and organized.
On our 3 week trips Tanja has made all reservations and bookings reliably. The proposed goals also impressed us deeply.
Thank you for your support
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic trip to Kidepo Valley and Murchison Falls
We enjoyed our first trip with Johnnie so much that we booked this one 4 months later. Communications were a breeze, and emails were usually answered in one day, despite the 7 hour time difference. Personal service was excellent. Johnnie always ensured that our accommodations were satisfactory and remedied any deficiencies promptly. He was extremely attentive to detail and escorted my balanced-challenged husband on steps, over any rough pathways, and assisted our entry and exit from the vehicle. Upon departure he remained at the airport until we passed security, and even ran back to the vehicle to retrieve a wallet which was forgotten. We visited both Kenya and Uganda on this safari, and Johnnie accompanied us the entire 2.5 weeks, despite the fact that the Kenya portion was booked and guided through a different company. Many safari guides are excellent but few can match Johnnie’s expertise in the field. He even taught our Kenyan guide many new birds and helped all of us to see and hear them. In addition to the exciting day and night game drives we enjoyed a Nile River cruise. During down-time between game drives Johnnie and I went birding and picked up quite a few interesting new species. On our first safari with Johnnie in October 2018, we trekked gorillas and chimpanzees, and visited Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi and Lake Mburo National Parks. This past February we covered Kidepo Valley and Murchison Falls. We fell in love with Uganda, and Johnnie’s safaris made that happen.
