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35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
great
Jocky Tours have been great partners for many years now. They know their trade very well, and we communicate very good. We are happy with the knowledge they posess on the savannah. The camp and the food is also very good. The only thing is that some of the drivers drove too fast from Kisumu to the camp. Some of the students didnt feel comfortable with that.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
You won't find friendlier, harder working, more accommodating tour operators!
I used to live in South Africa and have been to the Kruger Park more than once, both on a tour and on many self driven stays, so I had a fairly good idea of what to expect from Kruger. As a group of 4 families with kids (half of whom had never visited South Africa) we decided that taking a tour and having the advantage of being all together in the overland truck while game viewing would be a fun and practical choice. With 7 kids 10 and under we also looked forward to not having to organise, cook and wash up after meals!!!
Chris took into account our wishes for where we wanted to visit in the park, although some practical considerations (our group required a large campsite area to fit in all 7 tents plus two vehicles and a large area for us all to sit) meant that we had to stay more central in the park rather than stay in the busy southern areas - smaller groups at less busy times won't have this consideration.
Throughout he made accommodations for our requirements (having so many small kids meant timing meals a little differently than would suffice for all adults) and we changed up meals, drives, accommodation sites and worked in a very last minute game walk with an excellent guide organised by Chris & Nicky. Chris always had a smile on his face and was extremely enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the local bird and animal life. Travelling in the high truck gave a brilliant vantage point for game viewing and allowed the kids to sleep on the floor on the (majority of) days we opted to aim to be out of the gates at 4:30am in an effort to take advantage of the best game viewing. Accommodation was in safari tents which stood up to a torrential overnight downpour with no worries of getting wet. The first time visitors to the park especially loved being accommodated in tents for an authentic park experience.
Lastly, the food was absolutely delicious and prepared with obvious pride and care - they put a lot of thought and effort into the meals that they serve and it really shows. I put on 2 kgs in a week!!! They kept the "honour bar" well stocked at virtually cost prices and everything was kept cold with regularly stocked ice (and we were welcomed to keep our own drinks and water cold in the coolers as well).
I can say that while I am the kind of person who normally prefers the control of self driving in Kruger, I thoroughly enjoyed the advantages, perks and benefits of being taken care of by Armadillo Overland Safari & Adventure Tours in their awesome overland truck! Recommended for groups, families, first time visitors to the park and anyone who wants to relax and let someone else take care of the details!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
a real tour that lives up to all expectations with no unwanted surprises
our tour was the best holiday we have had . there were no hidden charges,quite the opposite with extras not included in the initial booking .the meals were top class , accommodation likewise . the safari drivers knew their job and worked for the group to enable max viewing of all animals. they became part of the group mixing well and making our trip as pleasant as could be. the itinery was just right - well balanced.
I really believe the success of our trip came at the start with cuon ,he is so passionate about his country and his business which is what convinced me to book with Ubuntu . when we booked they had no reviews and only been operating a couple of months and only contact was via internet. not too appealing , but cuons passion was infectious and we took a chance . best gut feeling ive ever had . do not hesitate to book your holiday --you wont regret it.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Modest means but great experience
We trekked to the Roof of Africa with Karibu Travel. The booking arrangements were seamless. Six travelers were picked up punctually at their respective homes/hotels and shuttled to the Dar airport in a clean, and relatively-new vehicle. The trip was seamless-from arrival at Mountain Inn to the modest log cabin bunk beds at Horombo and Kibo. We were well-fed and motivated by our guides, who stuck by our side through the tough moments and the more leisurely times on the mountain. Overall, Karibu's service exceeded expectations.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent…! You are the best Charles (Mwema Africa Safari)
Mwema Africa Safaris made my family trip to the great Rift Valley a memorable life time event, being our first trip to this place we found Charles and his team knowledgeable, accurate to details and well organized, we had tried other operators for the same request but Mwema Africa Safaris came out the best after another friend introduced us to you guys, Charles offered us a nice package in less than 2 days, his responses were timely and honestly we couldn’t resist taking his nice offer, we appreciate the excursions to Lake Naivasha, Hells gate and the nice views of Aberdares, the hotel accomodation was superb, nice food and accomodation, the staff were friendly this was wonderful. We promise to travel again with Mwema Africa Safaris, I have no doubt to refer any of my friends to you because your services are excellent, we truly appreciate your hospitality and now will be planning to visit Amboseli National Park / Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara any time next year
Will keep in touch.
Happy Holidays…..
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safaris in Kenya and Tanzania with the best guides.
African Ubunta Safaris were a very professional group to work with in planning our trip. They were attentive to all our requirements. Every day was a new adventure filled with excitement. Our guides were all special in their own way. Just when you thought you had had the best experience something new was around the next corner. Accommodation, service, food and drinks were another highlight. Ubuntu are to be congratulated for their service. Well done.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most amazing, incredible, wonderful adventure at the age of 69 that I have ever experienced.
The experiences that I asked for from African Ubuntu Safaris were met in every way. When I wasn't sure what to include in my adventure Cuan advised me and he was so right. First the adventure camp in the Kalahari, vast open plains and a huge amount of wild life then absolute and utter luxury in the Okavango Delta camp. The contrast in the scenery was incredible, I saw every specie of wildlife I'd only ever imagined, I was extremely lucky. Then on to Victoria falls another wonderful experience, so many hippos! Finally on to the fabulous V & A Hotel in Cape Town for three nights. I was a solo female traveller and felt totally safe every step of the way. The trip was planned as though I was known personally to African Ubuntu Safaris being met on arrival in Johannasburg by Cuans father who stored my luggage (cruising back to Perth) took me to my overnighter met me again after safaris to give me my luggage back. Everyone at the lodges were treated like royalty, best holiday ever and can't wait to do another one!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Holiday of a lifetime.
i had been dreaming of travelling to Africa for twenty years, and i must say, it was everything i ever dreamed it could be and so much more. Yes i had concerns, being a female solo traveler was the major one. But i shouldn't have worried because i had an amazing stress free adventure. The reason for my stress free adventure was the amazing team at African Ubuntu Safaris who took care of everything, the service was second to none. Everything was arranged for me, all i had to do was show up. The experience in Kenya was a favorite, from the accommodation in tents, the wonderful native guides, the wildlife...simply amazing. Getting to share knowledge with the Masai was an experience i will never forget. Kenya was a favorite, and a place i will happily go back too. In Tanzania i stayed in Lodges, here to every thing was smooth sailing, everything was arranged perfectly. Zambia was a special destination, it was where i did my first African Safari, and i couldn't have asked for more, lions, leopards, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, monkeys and numerous antelopes. What an introduction to Africa it was. I also had a stay in Cape Town, staying at an amazing hotel right on the waterfront, a stones throw to all sorts of activities on offer in this amazing city. African Ubuntu Safaris ensured i was looked after. An added bonus was knowing that should anything go wrong there was ground support just a phone call away in Johannesburg . The service provided by Cuan and his team at African Ubuntu Safaris is exceptional, i would highly recommend using them to help you plan your holiday of a lifetime too. i was o impressed by the service offered i am already planning my next African Adventure and i will definitely be getting the team at African Ubuntu Safaris to work their magic again.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing holiday!
I travelled in a group of 7 friends, visiting 5 National Parks in Southern Kenya and Northern Tanzania.
From the start of planning our trip in Melbourne Australia, Cuan's assistance and advice was faultless.
We had the trip of a lifetime and the safaris exceeded our expectations. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend African Ubuntu Safaris and I certainly hope to travel with them again in the future. Thankyou Cuan!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Ideal Tanzanian Safari
Traveling in a group of 6 people can sometimes be difficult, but nothing was too hard for Cuan of African Ubuntu Safaris. Our safari was 9 day/8 night, starting and finishing in Arusha. All transport was impeccably timed and organised. Our tour guide, Akim, was informative, fun and an extremely good communicator. The majority of accommodation exceeded our expectations. We couldn't more highly recommend African Ubuntu Safaris for any travel within South Africa/Africa.