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35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Gorilla Tracking, Exciting Experience!
Going on a gorilla tour in Rwanda is a must do while on your safari in Africa. Our trip was perfectly organised by African Jungle Adventures. They quickly responded to my emails, and fully answered all my questions. Our main interest was to see the mountain gorillas in the forest and this was the highlight of the safari. However, you must be physically fit to successfully trek to the gorillas, and advised to hire a porter. Volcanoes National Park management awarded us certificated after the trek.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Experience of a lifetime -- gorilla trekking in Uganda!
E-Trip Africa put together a perfect gorilla trekking experience for six women of "advanced age". Although I'm an experienced hiker, I had been nervous about trekking through jungle foliage and steep terrain. The advice we received from E-Trip Africa was detailed and thorough, so that I travelled fully prepared. The guides and porters made sure the trek was safe and comfortable, even though it was strenuous. The lodge was top class, with excellent food and our every need was accommodated. E-Trip was able to arrange a discounted price for our group, making it more affordable. Our flights to/from and the transfers to the lodge were easy and smooth. E-Trip arranged for us to leave our excess luggage at a lovely hotel near the airport during our gorilla trip, and then we were able to use the rooms at the hotel to relax and refresh before our late night departures for the return to the U.S. Visiting the gorillas was a most incredible experience. We were able to observe them from a close distance for an hour; at one point, a female wanted to move from one side of our group to the other. We were instructed to remain still; she just pushed her way through us, as though we were harmless paparazzi -- which, in fact, we were. We visited the gorillas two days in a row, seeing two different families in two different areas. Each experience was different and remarkable. It's an experience not to be missed! I have been on other safaris, confined to a vehicle, observing elephants, lions, giraffes, etc. But a visit to the gorillas is active, rather than passive -- challenging, interactive, and thereby so much more rewarding!
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply Amazing
It could not have been a more amazing experience. We booked the safari through Wild Wings Safari at the very last minute. 3 weeks before we were suppose to head to South Africa and our correspondent, Madi was fantastic. She was helpful throughout the entire process and ensured that everything would be ready for us when we arrived. True to her word, our Ashton shuttle picked us up at the hotel and delivered us to the Reserve and from there it was GreenFire Lodge. Isaac our pick up driver was also our game driver during our 3 night stay. He was knowledgable and friendly. Thanks Isaac!
Our lodge far exceeded our expectations. The reservations done was simply amazing and the first night we were there, we saw elephants out side our balcony. Unbelievable.
Everyone at the lodge was friendly and nice and the food there was amazing. I loved the traditional outdoor BBQ meal and the Chicken Pot Pie we had for lunch was unforgettable. I'm still thinking about it a month later.
I can't recommend this place enough.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful 3 night "Mopane" Canoe Camping Safari with Natureways along the Zambezi in Mana Pools.
I used Natureways 20 years ago in Mana Pools and always wanted to return. In Sept 2015 I did Everything about the canoe safari was great thanks to Guide Norman and Assistant Takesure. They were very safety conscious and great wildlife spotters. They really love the river and it shows. The tents, mat, and sleeping bag provided were of excellent quality. The food was good. The secluded island campsites were a highlight of the trip.
The whole big report with photos is linked here:
http://safaritalk.net/topic/15504-natureways-70-km-mopane-canoe-trip-sept-4-7-mana-pools-sapi-chewore/
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A Truly Unique Experience
Tracking gorillas in Bwindi was unlike any other travel experience I've had. Being just feet away from gorillas that could easily hurt you with a swipe or a toss was absolutely amazing. Since they are accustomed to humans watching them, and we had guides and security, at no moment was I fearful. Though the cost is very high for one hour of viewing, when you understand how many gorillas there are left in the world and where the money goes - it makes it all the more worthwhile. I stayed at Mahogany Springs resort right outside of the park, and it was amazing. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, and the hotel had a great food, was clean and the views were fantastic.
excellent national park. I wish I could stay much longer
Awesome scenery plc to be at . This Place I love. Xx
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Review about Uganda by Holly E.
Uganda is an amazing place to view wildlife. In 5 days, I saw everything - chimps, gorillas, lions (and cubs), hippos, hyena, water buffalo, antelope, elephants, and tons of birds. Everyone I met was incredibly friendly and I felt completely safe with my guides... It is an incredible value - not nearly as expensive as other trips I researched.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly Recommended
We had a wonderful holiday, the choice of hotels and Safari Lodge was excellent. Everything ran smoothly from start to finish. Thank you to all at African Welcome Safaris !!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely outstanding!
This was our first safari and was meant to be a once-in-a-lifetime holiday but we're already planning on coming back, and it couldn't possibly be with anyone other than Shaun and Moriti. Everyone was so welcoming and provided a first class service, Shaun was absolutely terrific from the first email to the last day. His knowledge is phenomenal, he's always there any time of the day or night and he's great fun to be with. We saw more than we ever expected and at a much closer range than we'd hoped. We arrived as strangers and left as great friends - and we can't wait to go back.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good prices for a good service
I came down to Nairobi and wanted to go to Kilimanjaro and Baboon Budget Safaris took care of everything and I could go the next day which is good when you have limited with time.
They provided we with everything I needed, transport from Nairobi to Arusha, hotel, equipment for the trip, transport to Kilimanjaro, trekking guides etc. I had a really good time there and there organisation was good and standard as well. I was meeting other people on the mountain and they had payed more for exactly the same thing so I was satisfied with what I payed.
The last day I was altitude sick on the mountain so I needed to go down one day earlier and even that was taken care of. So I only have good experiences from my trip and I also recommended them to my friends who made a safari with them and they had the same experience.