65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Crossed all the dots and T's - extremely helpful and professional. A lot of planning and follow-up.
Dunkeld Estate: We arrived at this beautiful estate, and I did not know which way to look first!
Picture perfect – the main building housing the restaurant, pub and reception, surrounded by dams for trout fishing and a row of suites on the side. Each suite had its own character – beautiful and also very luxurious. It was extremely spacious and had a view to die for. There are cottages too, especially for couples/families that preferred self-catering.
The staff were very professional while having a casual sense of humor to keep things moving in a positive direction. They took great care of us and went out of their way to ensure every need was attended to.
Meals were “order anything off the menu” with no restrictions…… OMW it was so difficult to choose! Everything was prepared and presented exquisitely. We were spoilt rotten and ensured we ordered something different at every meal, trying to work our way through all the delicious choices.
While we were at Dunkeld, we were taken on several road trips by Thabo and Joseph, our drivers. These guys gave us (especially me) a lot of attention during these trips. We travelled mostly with Thabo, who I found to be very knowledgeable and patient! He always answered questions, telling us about history of the different places and assisted me (suffering from vertigo) non-stop.
We visited so many places and were able to take the most beautiful pictures.
Thank you, Go Touch Down Travel, for going the extra mile. We will recommend you without hesitation. A
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
5 days in Uganda
My friend Priscila started to exchange emails with Justus an year ago, and since the beginning he was always impeccable on the responses. He was 24/7 ready to reply all our questions and doubts.
The actual trip was amazing and perfect!
Julius, our guide was always very polite and helpful and willing to show us the best of Uganda.
The safari was over our expectation, we were able to spot many animals, even a Leopard. Thanks for Julius persistence!!!
Both hotels (Rushaga and Pumba Safari Cottages) were very good, but Pumba Safari was also an unique and great experience, all staff was very pleasant.
Leaving the best to the end...
The opportunity of being close to the Gorillas and watch them peacefully in their habitat is very powerful. It is impossible to describe the emotion in words. The Bwindi team that dedicate their lives to save and preserve those animals are real heroes!
It was indeed a life changing experience!
Thank you Justus and Julius for all!!!!!
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our unforgettable safari in Tanzania with Matata!
We would like to share our unforgettable memories, feelings and emotions from the safari we had the chance to make with Matata (from the company « Safari Moja Matata » www.safarimojamatata.com) in Tanzania in the end of December 2016 – beginning of January 2017.
After landing in the capital city Dar Es Salaam, we drove to Selous Game Reserve (a huge private faunal reserve) with Matata and his incredible car (a 4WD Toyota Safari Land Cruisers/land rovers 4×4 with a capacity of 6 to 8 seaters and open roof). There we stayed in the picturesque Hippo Camp, idealy located nearby the Rufiji River. We visited the enormous and impressive Selous Game Reserve, and had the chance to see from very close so many wild and beautiful animals like, among others, lions, elephants, buffalos, hippos, giraffes, zebras, impalas, crocodiles, monkeys, hienas, wild dogs, wiledebeests, antilopes, warthogs, and so many different birds of all kinds. We also went to a spectacular and very instructive « walking safari » with Didi, and to a beautiful « boat safari » on the Rufiji river.
From Selous we then drove to the city of Morogoro. On the way we discovered the very various, beautiful and so different landscapes of Tanzania.
Then we went to the Ruaha National Park, among others through the beautiful Boabab Valley, with a stop on the road in Iringa town. In Ruaha we stayed in the Ruaha Hilltop Lodge (www.ruahahilltoplodge.com/), with an amazing panoramic view on the region. We of course visited the Ruaha National Park, the biggest Tanzanian National Park, where we also had the cance to see plenty of beautiful wild animals, mostly of the same kinds that in Selous (see above). We also had the opportunity to visit a Maasai village, and so discover a little their culture and way of life.
Then we went to Mikumi National Park, where we visited the Park, and saw again many animals. There we stayed in the confortable Tan-Swiss Lodge.
This was the end of our safari. We drove back to Dar Es Salaam, and from there flew to Zanzibar, where we had a delighting rest on the beautiful beaches of the Indian Ocean. We also visited a spice farm and the old city of Stown Town.
This trip left us unforgettable memories of the so welcoming and smiling Tanzanian people, among which our guide and driver Matata, with whom we spent such wonderful and funny times, and who became a friend. We also discovered the incomparable beauty of the Tanzanian landscapes, and the diversity of the wild animals in the various Parks and Reserves.
We strongly recommend to everyone to go to Tanzania, especially with Matata! For sure you will not regret it !
Asante sana (thank you very much in Swahili) Matata!
Margaux and Simon, Lausanne, Switzerland
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful tour especially for us italian people
We just came back from a wonderful one week safari in Uganda.
Dauda and Atiid were always on time, friendly and extremely knowledgeable about their country.
Dauda was excellent at spotting birds and animal knew them by names, they also showed us the animals and birds pictures from a guide books with all the fauna's species. All the times they payed attention to everything even for the smallest details and to all our needs.
Dauda is a great driver and a very nice companion to travel with, he has a great knowledge of almost everything.
We spend wonderful time with them.
Right from the beginning, we feeling safe and looked after, or feeling able to ask questions and receive informed and interesting insights about Uganda country people. We were picked up from the airport very promptly.
Our trip was great in every way. Very nice and friendly people, great landscapes and an outstanding.
We had great experiences with the Gorilla trekking, the chimpanzee in Kibale and Kyambula Gorge. We also were able to get much closer to much of the wildlife than we expected and got some awesome photos.
We really liked the boat cruise Queen Elizabeth NP at the Kazinga channel where we had the chance to see a lot of various animals and birds
both in water and by the channel banks.
We recommend to do a game drive to Murchison Falls NP and also a boat cruise there is very interesting. We enjoyed visiting Jinjia and the source of Nile.
The accommodations were fantastic, both lodge and guest house. In particular we loved the Broad Bill Lodge in Self-contained tents at the Impenetrable Bwindi forest, Twin Lakes lodge and Red Chilli Safari.
The food on the trip was way beyond what we expected. Every meal was good, and reasonably priced beverage. We were very surprised by how good and varied the food choices were. We were able to taste their local food and it was very tasty. We really like it.
It was such an awesome experience. The wildlife was fantastic.
Augur tours & Travel genuinely exceeded all expectations. With great pleasure, I highly recommanded Dauda and Atiid
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
So great!
We had such a great time! The communication, the accommodations, and our guide Kosmos were all great! They even accommodated our last minute special requests! Would definitely recommend them to our friends! I would pick a smaller business over a large impersonal one any day!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding safari
My love for the beach is indescribable and had always wanted to visit Zanzibar. So I gave it a shot in January and must say the experience was mind blowing. First of all, booking the trip was a cake walk thanks to Parrot Safaris. Agnes made everything easy for me and my crew. She is great at customer service. I had a chance to visit Tsavo too and your tour guide was so amazing. Thanks Parrot Safaris for helping me have a great time and thanks to everyone who went that extra mile to make my trip a success. Will be using your services again!!!
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
cAtMAZING
It was a great Trip in Botswana. We've seen so so many animals. Not only birds, also cats were Sam's speciality. We've seen more than ever. He's a very good tracker. Thanks a lot for another unforgettable journey in africa.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional!
My friend Jessie and I did the Hawkins Mattata safari tour that took us to Masai Mara, Nakuru and Amboseli. I must say that it was an exceptional safari! I have dreamt of going on an African safari since I was a child, and this one definitely met and exceeded my expectations. One important factor to me as a frequent traveler is my safety. Me and my friend were catered to and well taken cared of; from the company staff (Sylvester & Nelly) to our guide/driver (Nick), and to the staff of all of the accommodations. Everybody made sure that we are comfortable and safe at all times. The game drives were amazing! We were able to see the Big 5 of Africa, and more! Nick was very knowledgeable, easy going and fun. I think that also made our trip a successful one. I have learned so much from talking to him about different types of animals that we saw. He’s definitely passionate about what he does for a living, and also shows how he genuinely loves animals and the wildlife. Staying at camps and experiencing the culture were a highlight also. The camps were comfortable and clean. Food at the accommodations were also amazing. We also had to “extend” our safari for another day, and Sylvester/Nick were very accommodating with our requests. Overall, I highly recommend this safari, and also the company. I will definitely book more trips with this company in the future ☺️
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An adventure like no other.
My 6 day visit to Kenya was incredibly memorable, a big thanx to parrot safaris. Right from the go, all was smoothly planned...they replied to my emails very fast and on arrival at the airport everything was well arranged.
I got a chance to visit Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli and spotted all the big five...our tour guide was well informed and was super friendly. The accommodation was good and they made sure i arrived on time at the airport for my flight and even made follow ups after the safari. My visit to kenya was surely something else. Am already looking forward to my next visit.
Parrot Safaris made everything simply easier and fun...i couldn't have asked for more.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
More than a safari!
Nature Travel Namibia was very fast and responsive to any questions we had.
We had a wonderful guide and driver named Previous. He had 15 years experience guiding in Namibia and 2 years in Etosha game park. He also has a degree in wildlife management and is a big birder! He was also a lot of fun! We had our own 4x4 with AC and did the 8 day Classic.
We have lived in Africa and been on many safaris but this one was special. We had not been to Namibia before and so depended on NTN for advice. They suggested the big red sand dunes of Sussevlei, which were an amazing sight. We went early in the morning to climb one at sunrise. We stayed in beautiful game lodges. Then we drove to the Atlantic coast and saw shipwrecks, seals and rock carvings. We went on a desert tour of the little five which was so fun!
The tour ended with 3 days in Etosha game park. Because Previous had worked there he knew all the spots to go to and where the animals would be. People say you can self drive and you can but we would not have seen or understood what we saw. we also had a flat tire which he fixed. we saw others stuck in the sand. Did you know you have to let the tire pressure out in sand? Nope? Me either.
We highly recommend Nature Travel Namibia!