20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Encounter Africa made my gorilla trekking trip to Uganda even better
From first email to being dropped off, Encounter Africa Safaris was absolutely wonderful, and worth every shilling. Chris was extremely responsive throughout booking, always responding clearly and promptly to make me comfortable, despite my many questions. Tolbert picked me up right on time at the airport, and was the best guide! We talked and laughed and had a good time while driving, his English is flawless, making it fun to spend time together. By the end I like to think that we are friends, and I'll miss him helping me to remember to repack all my things!
Every tour booking was up to expectations, and Tolbert took care of every transaction, often calling head to double check operators were available and I was confirmed. Beyond the normal politeness and expectations of everything going smoothly, it really seemed that Tolbert's position as a friend to and respected member of the communities we visited benefitted me. Small favors here and there with things like timing and special menu items (chapati beats rice every time) seemed to come our way because of Tolbert.
I can't thank Encounter enough for making this trip perfect with no more effort on my part than a few emails and making my flight.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Helpful,obliging
All staff & drivers most helpful & know the area & historyof Victoria Falls Zimbabwe. It was an excellent holiday
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A most memorable trip exceeding all expectations!
I travelled for the first time in my life to Africa. I used the services of Kate and Darren at Compass Odyssey based on the recommendation of a family member. I went to JoBurg, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Kruger, and Cape Town. Every single aspect of my trip went flawlessly. I was always met at the airports by a driver or a guide as soon as I got off the plane. The accommodations chosen were just great, activities planned in the cities were most interesting, and of course the safaris were spectacular. A big recommendation goes out for the Senalala Luxury Safari Resort in Kruger and also the Dinare Camp in Botswana. Wonderful accommodations and hosts made for a great stay, and some wonderful viewing of all of the animals. Dealing with Kate and Darren is a pure delight and you make your safari with the fullest confidence.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great
My overall experience was amazing.. just the way they treat you from when you call to when you actually go tour. Great customer service, great people. Can't wait to tour again next summer. Just a side note for anyone planning a tour, Kenya is such a beautiful country
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
My colleagues (all conservationists) went on safari in the north of Tanzania after a work trip.
We had a fantastic trip! It was the 'low budget' option, but felt far from it. The trip began and ended in Arusha at e-Trip Africa's guest house (wonderfully comfortable - felt like home). We toured Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and the Ngorogoro Crater - all beautiful and unique. We saw almost everything we wanted to see, and it was a great mix of exciting and relaxing - perfect for unwinding after a long work trip.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great service
Cheerful, friendly well organised staff members. Very punctual all the time. Drivers entertained our children (5year olds).
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service with good value for money
We rented a Toyota RAV4 from Paul for a 20 day selfdrive-roadtrip through Uganda. At the beginning I contacted several rental agencies and compared prices. Paul gave me the best offer including camping equipment, Gorilla Permit orgaization, delivery to the airport and pick up from entebbe and navigation system.
Paul answered to every of our 1000 questions beforehand quickly and professional. Even during the road trip Paul was all the time available and helped us throughout the roadtrip.
The car was in good condition and did a great job during our 3000km drive.
One thing for improvement: the quality of the camping gear (tent was too small and the sleeping bags quite old and too warm)
All in all good value for money and I would book my car again from 4x4 uganda and would recommend it to any friend of mine going to Uganda.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
Everything was absolutely amazing and all of the details were just perfect. We could never have put together such a well planned trip by ourselves to the Mara. Thank you
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
All-round fantastic experience of South Africa
Timbuktu organised an ideal two week holiday for us. We did Safari, wine region and Cape Town. They listened to what we wanted and tailor made the perfect holiday for us. We felt it was incredibly good value and could not have been happier. We want to go back!
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Tanzania as in our dreams: wildlife, people and beach with TravelBooking Guide
It was a great experience. Everything was well organised. We loved Tarangire with its elephants and baobabs, the great Serengeti with gnu crossing the Mara river, and Ngorongoro with the fight between lions and buffalo. In particular, we loved our stay in tented camps: absolutely to do! Our guide was excellent. Then we really appreciated the walking cultural safari in a village, meeting people, and the visit to the masai market.
The second week was in Zanzibar. Do not miss Stone Town.
We suggest TravelBooking Guide.