BG
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Marvelous wildlife, terrible slums and trash everywhere
We visited 3 national parks - Masai Mara, Nakuru and Amboseli. It was a 6-day safari, well organised, jeep travel. The driver was also our guide and Jackson was a very experienced and knowledgeable guy. The thing which we did not take into account in advance was that travel distances are quite big and rather tiresome. Inside the national parks roads are dirty (red all-sticking dust) and very uneven, while the riding lasts 6 to 7 hours. Between the parks distances are 200-300 km or more, some parts of these also on dirty roads. In 2 words - lots of jeep riding. This, plus early wake-ups (5:30 am) to catch the rhythm of the animals equals to tiredness. People should be prepared for this - we were not, which was our fault only. Nothing to do with the guide and the company. For those seeking to observe lots of birds and some animals, I'd suggest going to Nakuru only; for elephants - Amboseli is the perfect place.
We slept in so called "budget" accommodations - a hotel in Nakuru and tents in the other 2 parks. Tents were spacious, something like 30 sq.m. with private toilet and a shower stand, comfortable beds, etc. Mosquitos are endless and invisible, be prepared. The food was basic but tasty, only lunch boxes were rather boring - every day there was 1/4 of fried chicken. In general - great experience, fascinating wildlife, everybody pushes you to give away some money ... walking wallets syndrome.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Strong communication, and knowledgeable guides provided an enjoyable trip
My partner and I went on a custom trip with Madagascar natural tours for most of the month of February, and despite it being the low season the itinerary was able to be flexible and enjoyable while working around a cyclone that hit during the beginning of the trip. I recommend being very direct if there are specific things you want to do that aren't included in an itinerary you're given. I also recommend if you want to get more off the beaten path that you are forthcoming with this to both Harilala, who created our itinerary and was very helpful communicating through the whole planning process, and with the guides you are assigned when you arrive.
There were two guides we had for different sections of the trip, Nambinina and Lala, and both were flexible and great conversationalists if you have cultural and wildlife questions to ask them. Their openness to conversation even on controversial topics made this trip really memorable as Madagascar has a very diverse and interesting cultures. At one point during the trip we asked to change hotels and both Madagascar natural tours and the guides were extremely accomodating and the move was convenient and had no difficulties. I definitely recommend Madagascar natural tours for those planning a custom small group trip to the island.
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Easy to deal with, provides what have been promised.
We had a good safari with Bush craft safaris where we did everything according to the itinerary. Pick up and drop off were easily organised and the trip went smoothly.
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The driver was good and knowledgeable.
The safari was good, the vehicle was well maintained. Only bummer is they fill it with all 7 people and during Safari no-one wants to sit in the back seat as the view is limited.
Otherwise, we could see most of the big five except the rhino and buffalo
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good safari
The safari was very good, both in Serengeti, Ndutu and Ngorngoro. We saw lots of wildlife! The driver/guide was knowledgeable and friendly, but sometimes a difficult to communicate effectively in English with. There were some logistical shortcomings in the beginning and the end of the safari, but the middle days were great. The lodges we stayed at were good, particularly the first one, Tukuone.
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A trip to remember
We went for a short trip to Uganda, especially for the Gorilla trek. Deluxe Vacations Uganda planned a great week for us and everything went smoothly. All rooms were more or less ok, except for some minor details. The only bad experience was the last night, where we had some encounters with bedbugs. All in all it was a great experience and we would recommend Deluxe Vacations Uganda!
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing safari - 3 national parks with stunning scenery
The hotels were excellent; a safe in the room at the Eileen Tree Inn would have been a real plus.
Three national parks with diverse landscapes and fantastic highlights.
Food – the packed lunches were good, and the picnic areas were well chosen.
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IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Amboseli National Park by Cinzia Monaco
It was a bad day and we could not see much, it was cloudy and then rainy ..
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was wonderful I really enjoyed to the fullest
I really enjoyed my tour , am looking forward to come back again next . Am very much thankful to our guide Lonard he did a very great job .
CZ
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Confidence
Service for this Price was exceptional,communication without any problems,we had privat tour for four people through Masai Mara,Amboseli and Tsavo east and we finished at Diani beach .Strongky recommended.Driver a Peter was professional,we have seen lot of animals .