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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
From the moment we first met at the airport, until we were dropped off for our return flight, everything exceeded my expectations.
The hotel was great, and the trip to the coffee plantation and waterfall were wonderful.
The hike to the summit was more than wonderful, I’m very glad we trekked the Lamosho route that E-Trip recommended and did it on the full moon night. Davis and Magnes, our guides were great. They were very professional but also very personable. We could tell that they genuinely cared for our health and that we had a successful trip. During the hiking and in the evenings we all had a lot of fun together. Additionally, all of the porters were excellent, I don’t know how they can carry all the equipment up that mountain.
And the food was fantastic, there’s too much of it, but I tried my best to not waste any.
So I would like to thank E-Trip Africa they are running a great organization. I
When I travel back for a safari I will certainly be using E-Trip Africa.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Murchision falls national park and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Uganda at the start of 2016.
We took this short trip but I liked it. First, we went to Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, a dedicated sanctuary that was established to breed white and black Rhinos. It was thrilling to see a young Rhino just besides an old one trying to eat grass. When we proceed to Murchison falls for our game drive, this was another moment. Seeing all these animals in the natural habitants was so pleasing for me. Great trip.
under20 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A jolly, relaxed and thoroughly educational way to experience the Kruger area in a single weekend.
Was able to join on at very late notice without any problems. Excellent service throughout, Neil kept us occupied and entertained and we knew exactly what the plan was from the get go. Certainly lived up to expectations and the safari tour was just incredible!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good accommodations, good wildlife, good people.
I went on a three day Maasai Mara safari. For the price, I thought it was a great experience. About $330 dollars for transportation, accommodation, meals, and the guide. A few minor problems here and there with the vehicle and getting nickel-and-dimed for water. You stay in these cute little tents with private bathrooms, community meals in the morning and evening with a packed lunch on Saturday. I went alone and happened to get a pretty good group in my vehicle. Make sure you ask for extra time on Friday and Sunday in the park. If your group is willing, you can get up early and get a few extra hours. We had one passenger who was complaining, but honestly, a lot of people spent more than $300 per DAY for safari in this area. Definitely a steal for students, budget travelers, or anyone who doesn't need a luxury lodge.
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East Africa Jungle Safaris is amazing!
Director Fred is great! He is very punctual in answering emails and is very trust worthy! Our tour guides were Tom and Alex and they were awesome! Couldn't have asked for better tour guides in the three days we did our safari! Honestly, such humble and friendly people. Always willing to help and answer any questions you may have! I definitely recommend them!
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Exploring Namibia
All went 100% successfully on our tour. Nothing could have been better. Efficient, safe, interesting, educational, expert, and friendly. I have worked with Blue Crane in the past and I look forward to working with Blue Crane again in the future. I bring groups of U.S. teen-agers for a week or two at a time, and it is a comfort to know that all will be arranged and executed properly by Derek, Job, Traudy, Richard, and my friends at Blue Crane.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Safari with Klaus of Wild Jungle Trails
We booked a 3 days safari to murchison falls with Klaus. All in all I was very happy with the tour. The transport was very convenient, the food was good, the accommodation great and the park is just beautiful. Klaus took good care about us and was really engaged about giving us information, make us see the animals and made us feel very comfortable. He was flexible and complied with our ideas and wishes. I can definitely recommend him as a tour guide :)
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Dirty
On Arrival we checked in, as we opened the cabin it was not turned from the previous guests. Mites are eating up all the wooden frames. I went to spar and bought doom and took care of it. Maybe inform guests that the pool has been under construction since last year (Especially when there are kids). If it was not for the surrounding i would have looked for alternative accommodation.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Hassle free booking with constant updates. They go the extra mile. Good way to start any holiday.
Staff very friendly, knowledgeable and always prepared to help. The new generator runs at the times given affording you cooking light for the evening meal in inclement weather. Rained only 2nd night. The trails are clearly marked and staff will give you a heads up on the difficulties of the trail that you have chosen to walk.
Chalets/bungalo's are well appointed and are cleaned very thourougly every morning when you are out hiking. The views are spectacular and we saw up to 30 Eland in different parts of the reserve. The most amazing thing is the utter silence other than the wind in the grass and the birds flying overhead. The water in the nudie pools is freezing, so take a partner for de-frosting. Booked again for June 2016 it is so good.
An awe-inspiring experience
This was the first time we'd visited Ruaha in the green season and it was a completely different experience from the dry season. I hadn't expected everything to be so lush. Everywhere was green, green, green! The birdlife was amazing - so many different species that it was difficult to know where to point the camera at times. One disappointment was that we didn't see as many raptors as usual. Because a lot of the animals had moved away from the area as there was no scarcity of water, a lot of the raptors had gone with them. Animal sightings were pretty good too, though obviously not as many as in the dry season. The weather was wonderful - we had no rain during our eight day stay and it was pleasantly warm day and night, though it did heat up a bit during the middle of the day but not uncomfortably so. Our camp (Mwagusi Safari Camp) was terrific as always with the most wonderful food and friendly staff. Our guide was exceptional, as was our driver. Ruaha is really picturesque with the most beautiful, varied landscape although the proliferation of trees and bushes did make photography a little tricky at times. We choose Ruaha because it is more remote than other parks in Tanzania, and consequently much less crowded. We have already booked to go back next year!