DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best safari ever and wonderful organized Cape Town stay
Kathi from African Welcome Safari was wonderful. Each Email was answered immediately and she took care that everything worked very well. She even called the lodge to tell them about our food preferences. The private tours organized by African Welcome in and around Cape Town were perfect. I can not imagine anything what could have been done better. The Safari Lodge recommended by Kathi was incredible, wonderful rooms, very private, great game drives, niche walking tours in the bush and great food prepared by an excellent chef.
For my next travel to Africa I will for sure contact African Welcome Safari again to organize my trip.
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional yet friendly
I made a trip to the maasai mara for a small budget and was completely satisfied with the guide and accommodation (big tents including bathroom, comfy bed and moskito net).
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent first safari experience
My husband and I travelled to South Africa in January 2016 and booked a safari with Paperjet Travel at Madikwe Hills. We were very unsure about exactly what to book since this was our first safari but Paperjet helped us every step of the way, from selecting the right safari reserve and camp with us to answering all our questions about what to bring. I would highly recommend booking with Paperjet, who are extremely experienced but also very friendly and easy to deal with.
US
Spot On!!
This is a small company and as a result, can offer custom, personalized service at reasonable prices.
Magda, who is part owner and runs the front office, did a superb job, educated me, listened to what I wanted, answered all of my questions and set up an ideal trip for me. She and her team are well organized and responsive. The seven day safari cost about $5000, and was private - just myself and a guide. Worth every penny.
I asked Magda for a guide who had a strong interest in photography, was communicative, but knew how to be quiet as well. She gave me Meleck, who was an ideal fit. Meleck was a complete professional when we were in the vehicle, dedicated to driving, spotting animals and setting up some great compositions for me, as well as explaining animal behavior. At night, we chatted a lot - he's interested and knowledgeable about African politics, economics and culture, so this gave us a lot to talk about.
As an aside, I'm told that the luxury companies don't let the guides dine with their clients. As well as smacking a tad of colonialism, this would have ruled out some great table conversations we had ourselves and with other groups.
If you are interested in a well run, comfortable, pleasant safari without the unnecessary costs and constraints of a luxury company, this outfit is for you.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional and excellent service combined with personal touches to make the perfect trip!
We had a wonderful three days in Murchison Falls national park with Steady Safaris. From initial contact and planning with Carlos to our time with our guide Noel the whole experience was to class. Carlos was very happy to work within our budget and to help us make the most of our short time and always responded to emails promptly and in a professional but friendly manner. And from the moment we were met at the airport by Noel, through the drive up to the National Park, through driving around, through conversations over dinner (excellent food in Fort Murchison!) and through bring dropped off at the end, we were looked after really well. Noel was so knowledgeable and always happy to answer questions and point things out, and also just good and interesting company! Sadly we didn't see lions or a leopard - but this wasn't Noel's fault! And it gives us a good excuse to return! And if and when we do we'll definitely be using Steady Safaris - I would recommend them to anyone.
HU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
wonderful safari
My husband and I spent a wonderful 4 days in Tanzania. We planned 1 day Kilimanjaro trekking and 3 days safari. I sent my request to so many safari tour operator and at the end I had 3 left in the basket to choose from. Finally, I choosed Earthlife and I am happy I did. They had the best price for great value. Best in communication, best understanding on details which were important for me. Our guide/driver, Moison was just a great guy. He explained a lot about the animals, history...he even sang to us in Swahili when we asked him. We slept every night different places. Accommodations were just perfect, food was perfect. During the whole trip we felt the care of Deo, who runs this company..and he booked our ticket to Zanzibar and came to the airport to figure how was our safari. So much care, so much attention, reliable, trustworthy.. they made our holiday perfect and unforgettable. Thank you, Earthlife.
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professionally, you get your life experience, all categories
With deep knowledge and genuine interest leads Mamaland Safari trips in beautiful Uganda.
So much joy, humor and warmth you get your life experience.
Service and communication, all arranged professionally.
You can just enjoy all the amazing moments!
Thanks to African Ubuntu Safaris, this was a holiday of a lifetime. Would definitely recommend!
We first touched base with Cuan from Aftican Ubuntu Safaris via email and from that moment he exceeded expectations. He was patient and knowledgeable as he worked with us, backwards and forwards until we had an itinerary we were happy with and that was within budget. Every little question we had was never too much trouble and his responses were always both timely and thorough.
The holiday was amazing. Everything was taken care of from the outset. We were met every step of the way and taken care of like we were family. Activities had been selected with our children in mind, catering perfectly to their ages. Everywhere we went, it was clear that Cuan's good reputation preceded us and we were made feel very welcome.
Particular highlights of our trip were Chobe Game Lodge (Botswana) and Simbavati River Lodge (South Africa). Both offered fabulous but quite different animal experiences. Well worth taking a few days at each to move beyond "chasing the big photos" to taking the time to sit and experience all that the bush and wildlife has to offer.
Thank you Cuan for the most wonderful family holiday experience we have ever had!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Queen Elizabeth is Amazing!!! Best birthday gift ever!!
I went on a safari in Uganda last year, to Queen Elizabeth Park with Naturreisen Uganda. Ute designed our safari package including our transfers from Kigali airport. I visited the salt lake and other crators although they were not inclusive in our package. The place is simply amazing.
Our guide, Robert on safari was bril and a local who really knew the game drive spots. We saw a pride of lions and many elephants!! Special thanks to Ute of Naturreisen Uganda who organised everything brilliantly. The company has good reputation and good service quality. Uganda is beautiful, am jealous!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Must return to Uganda!! My second home...
We experienced the best service and exceeded our expectations, Naturreien Uganda offers great value for money. Ute made sure we were comfortable and had the best treat through Uganda, the hike to wanale hill was the best. It's the most adventurous activity I have ever done. I highly recommend this company for all of you out there looking for the real African experience, interaction with the local. The uncountable water falls will never leave my memory.