CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very pleasant cooperation, looking forward to the next meeting
We received excellent advice and support from Mr Fred and his team. What we loved about the trip was the flexibility it gave us while planning every day. At the same time the most stressful and time consuming things such as accommodation research, distances, etc were done for us. This approach let us enjoy every moment of our trip. The communication from our driver guide Mr James Kimani was excellent from the very first moment. We felt we were well informed; the brochures, maps, leaflets, baggage tags and the wallet for vouchers were a great idea.
We would have changed a few minor decisions if we had it to do over again, but that said, it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we will never forget. Everything was well organized, we loved the camps and lodges that we stayed at. We all gained lots of weight because the food was so good.
The wildlife was amazing and we just couldn't believe how much we saw, even just on our first day in the bush.
Sino Africa delivered exactly what they promised and we were very happy with our experience. We have and will continue to recommend Sino Africa to friends who are planning trips to Africa.
CZ
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Three beautiful days in Masai Mara
I was on three days safari in Masai Mara with my wife and two children (at the beginning of February 2020). Our tour guide was Anthony and he was great. He was kind and I liked his driving style.
We saw lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopard, giraffes, antelopes, hippos, crocodile, monkeys.
Masai Mara is beautiful place.
And we were satisfied with services of Baboon Budget Safaris company.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The guide and driver that were provided for our trip were the best I have ever come across.
The communication between myself and Mukisa were excellent. Mukisa is extremely responsive and willing to alter itineraries according to the customers needs. The quality of service beginning with the office personnel right on thru to the guide and driver was superb. The trip far exceede d my expectations. The tour itinerary was personalized for my taste and the service level provided by the places we stayed exceeded my expectations. Food was wonderful. Lastly; the tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly and willing to do absolutely anything to make our trip enjoyable. Likewise our driver was professional and friendly and knew the routes with added background knowledge.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Custom Trip to a Wonderful Country
My review begins approximately 3 months prior to our trip. I began my communication with Cathy at TripCare Adventures to receive a quote for a trip to Uganda. Cathy proceeded to have a dialogue with me to find out what our main areas of interest were, our travel style, and what physical activity level we prefer. She really took the time to get to know me so that she could come up with the best plan possible for my husband and mine's trip, rather than just giving me a generic trip like most other tour operators that I reached out to had done. I knew based off our early conversations that I was in the right hands. She was always readily available to discuss any concerns that I had. Most importantly, because she is based in Uganda, she was actually able to address my questions with first-hand knowledge and experiences with various lodges and activities.
Fast forward, and we land in Kampala. Cathy and our driver, Horace, picked us up! We immediately felt so welcomed and they went above and beyond to make sure that we were comfortable during our two weeks together touring Uganda. Cathy always made sure to assist with check-in/check-out at the various hotels/lodges and would also message me some nights to make sure that we were okay. The night before we were to go gorilla trekking, I became ill with a stomach issue. In the morning, I decided it would be best to sadly miss out on the trek and sent my husband to go alone. The moment Cathy found out, she came running down to my room and really pushed me to go as she knew how important it had been to me during the planning process. She told me that in the worst case scenario someone would carry me (thank goodness, this was not necessary) and that I must not miss it. With her encouragement, I decided to give it a go. She arranged for us to be put in the "easier" trek group and made sure the guide was aware of my health issues. Before departing, she even ran some medicine to me. If it had not been for her, I would have missed out on this bucket list activity which I had traveled very far to do.
I cannot recommend this company enough! They truely went above and beyond for us to make sure that we had a trip of a lifetime. The pricing for our trip was much lower than other quotes that I had received. At first this was a concern for me, as I thought it might be too good to be true. By booking with a local company, we were able to save so much money and most likely received far better service than foreign tour operators are able to give. Amon (the company owner) took time to meet us prior to us taking off from Kampala at the beginning of our trip, as well as having dinner with us on our last night to make sure that we had been happy with everything.
I am so grateful for this company and the memories and friendships created that will last a lifetime! We hope to return again someday and will be booking with TripCare Adventures!
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Yet another wonderful trip to Kenya
By way of background, the Kenya leg of this trip to Africa, was something of an add-on. The main purpose of the trip was a week in the Central African Republic; but, on discovering that the best way to get to CAR from Italy was via Nairobi, we decided to have a week in Kenya en-route, mainly for vacation but also because we both had some non-vacation interests to pursue there which we could usefully incorporate.
So at, pretty short notice, we put ourselves in Sino Africa hands again (for the third time since 2013). Guided by Specialist Mr. Le and Kenya expert Fredrick Kihara - aided by Vincent Sakari who has arranged trips for us in the past - we went through a number of options before settling on Mara Fairmount as both convenient for our non-vacation elements and consistent with our vacation priorities and preferences. As our separate measures make clear, it was an excellent choice, not only in its own right but also as our introduction to safari in Kenya, a country which we are sure we will be exploring further in the not too distant future.
We continue to have no hesitation recommending Sino Africa Safari to others.
IL
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Rwanda, best tour ever...
Thank you dear Barak for such a wonderfull tour all over Rwanda and Congo.
Thanks to you we had the pleasure to experiance the butifull nature and people of Rwanda. I'm sure that without your knowledge and great attitude and patience our trip would not have been such a success.
Your luxary 4x4 car was very comfortable and your driving skills are excellent.
We hope to see you when we shall come to visit.
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent choice for my group tour for a South African Safari
Go Touch Down went over and above my expectations! I organize group tours in the US and we interviewed several organizations before choosing Go Touch Down as our South African Safari tour partner. They handled everything in the same manner I would for my tours in the US. My group of 14 was informed, entertained and cared for during our time in South Africa. We stayed in the best accommodations and the food was amazing. I will continue to work with Go Touch Down for all of my African Safari groups and any other area in the world we can colaborate together and take people to exotic destinations! Thank you Go Touch Down for being a business I can trust with my hosted group tours!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Self Drive for 10 Days
We rented a Rav4 for self-drive for 10 days in February. Didas was great before, during and after answering my MANY questions. The car itself had a lot of mileage (200,000 km), but worked fine! There was free delivery of the car to our hotel in Arusha, we then left it at our hotel near the airport (for a fee). Our security deposit was refunded right away when the car was returned. During the time that we had the car we drove to Lake Manyara, Arusha park, Lake Diluti, coffee plantations near Moshi etc. We had planned to go to Lake Eyasi, but the roads were too difficult for us. In retrospect, it would have been better had we hired a driver/guide for at least half the time (for Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara), and then done the other part on our own. We rented the car in early February, after it had been raining a lot, and some of the roads were flooded and difficult for us. Having an experienced driver on hand would have allowed us to enjoy the trip more. However we strongly recommend the company.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Self drive and Safari with driver
We visited Tanzania in february for a month with our family with 2 children of 1 and 4 years old. We rented a Landcruiser with driver for a 11 day safari to Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Lake Natron. After that we did a self drive from Arusha to Dar es Salaam in a Rav4. The cars were brought to the airport and our accommodation. They are not the newest but they are reliable and carefully looked after.
The contact with Didas (and the other staff) was excellent. He responded very quickly on all our questions and was always available. Moreover he gave us useful suggestions for accommodation and the planning of our trip and he arranged 2 children seats free of charge.
Special thanks to Dixon who was not only our driver, but also a great guide and great person.
If you want to be flexible and plan your own trip in Tanzania we strongly recommend Gladio adventures!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Safari!
We had a great experience with Gladiola Adventures!
We took their offer of a car and guide for a family of 5, which allowed us great flexibility in planning and during the Safari - the guide was excellent and dealing with Gladiola was easy and honest.
Highly recommended and we already referred friends and family to them!