65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent Tour Operator and Guides
I recently did a 10 day camping trip from Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park, Elephant Sands, Maun and the Okavango. It was all a fantastic experience, and the only very basic camping was in the Okavango in a very remote location but beautiful spot, where we saw lots of Elephant, zebra and Wildebeest. Other nights we were upgraded to Glamping or chalets. There were only two of us on the tour which was great as most other companies require a minimum number. Our guide, Francis was very informative and efficient.
IT
Perfect Safari experience - all the big five in 4 days
Perfect experience that mix confort and adventure. The booking experience with Gift Tembo was perfect and smooth and he is always available for all questions and doubts.
During the safari Samuel was a great driver and a guide with a lot of experience about animal spot and all the natural stuff.Mr Bonge our chef always available for any kind of request
OM
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Not easy find a professional person like this . In terms of professional and human.
We have been lucky to have a chance to spend our time with you .
It’s been a lovely experience, full of emotion and perfect feeling between us and our guide .
We will never end to say thanks .
AG
Julius was extremely attentive and personable my
The value of the 3 day Masai Mara tour is high! We got 3 meals, accommodation and pick up + drop off from Nairobi. During our game drive, we also saw the big 5, Masai river and so many other animals. Julius ensured that we got the most value from our tour and the best picture opportunities. 10/10 recommend.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Helped create the perfect vacation experience.
To summarize, I had the perfect safari experience with the 7 Days Mid-Luxury Safari. Working with Lion King prior to travel was easy and communication was prompt. I appreciated having base itinerary packets that you could build off of. The logistics of the trip were all handled so all I had to do was show up and enjoy the trip. The accommodations were great, meals were a blend of American and Tanzanian food. I LOVED the tented lodges- you get privacy with the most incredible views. My guide was excellent at finding the animals I wanted to see.
Pros
Customizable
Private tours (you're not just a number in a group) which means we were able to explore the parks at our will and tailor each day to what we wanted
Guide was incredible at spotting animals without the CB radio
Easy
Lake Burunge Tented Lodge has a beautiful watering hole for animals to visit
Nyota Serengeti Camp is STUNNING and it's so fun to see the Dik Dik sleeping around your camp. Buffalo and other animals moving through.
Foot on Africa is new but private pool and great views
Cons
Not many
Airport Planet lodge didn't include drinks with dinner so I hand to scramble to find one dollar for water on my last day of the trip (very minor)
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tour Operation Top Highly Recommended
Perfect organization, guide in Italian and driver really good and prepared.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
beautiful experience with a good tour operator
For my first trip to Uganda, I turned to Amos from PrideMark Safari (a tour operator and local contact of the non-profit organization AICO - Il Caprifoglio).
Even though I organized everything in just two weeks before departure, Amos immediately provided me with a detailed itinerary and the relating cost, which included lodging, meals, park entrance fees, and various activities (boat tours, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, local experiences, and visits to the places where AICO has carried out its projects in Uganda), in addition to having Amos as my driver and guide for almost the entire trip.
First of all, I’ll start by saying that taking this trip alone is extremely expensive, so, whenever possible, I recommend traveling in a group and “filling up” the 8-seater van; but, once you’ve paid the required amount, the good thing is that you no longer have to worry about anything financially (or almost nothing, because in the end, even though it’s not mandatory, you’ll feel the pressure to tip everyone) .
What I didn’t like.
First, two of the accommodations chosen by Amos (in Jinja and Itambira) were terrible and not mid-range as I had paid for, even for someone as adaptable as me.
Second, on the second day, he tried to completely skip the afternoon itinerary in Jinja without informing me, simply taking me back to the guesthouse at 1:00 p.m. for lunch. When I realised I would have to be stuck in this place (outside the city centre) until the following morning without being able to do literally anything – contrary to what had been planned – I made my disappointment very clear, and he understood and made up for it by organising some activities for me.
Third, Amos is capable of driving for hours on end without ever stopping (and consequently without eating or taking a toilet break), so if you’ve planned a very early morning departure, make sure you organise yourself the night before to buy something to eat or at least always have some food with you and push him to stop for any needs.
All these things happened during the first few days of the trip, but once these points had been clarified with Amos (choosing more suitable accommodation, always sticking to the itinerary – barring unforeseen circumstances, of course – and not skipping meals or breaks), everything went smoothly.
I think some of the experiences are a bit too ‘touristy’ (dances and performances staged specifically for tourists - visit to the Batwa Pygmies, Banana Man and other), so I’d advise discussing this with Amos when you receive the itinerary if you’re not interested in this sort of thing, so you can skip them.
Now for the positives.
Amos was always kind, patient and helpful; he demonstrated experience, excellent knowledge of the area and driving skills; he has good contacts with local partners and he was always on hand to try and make things comfortable and easy for me, making me feel safe.
After the first few days of getting settled in, once I’d overcome the issues I mentioned earlier and we’ve got to know each other better, I found Amos to be a wonderful travel companion, not just a guide or a driver—always willing to understand my needs and make the experience not only interesting but also cheerful and fun, taking the right breaks to eat fresh fruit and groundnuts or drinking a cold beverage, taking funny pictures, laughing at the different ways we pronounce English and accommodating me whenever I wanted to stop and talk to the locals or play with the children (he also introduced me to his lovely and wise wife Connie and the youngest kid).
In short, I can say that a perfect synergy developed, which was the real added value of my trip to Uganda.
Would I recommend this tour operator? Absolutely YES — with Amos, you’ll feel right at home, and he’ll be your loving and attentive family for the entire duration of the trip.
Thank you, Amos and PrideMark Safaris!
I hope you'll remember me as a good guest—and not just for the longest review ever!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
an unforgettable and safe journey
This company may not rank high on Safari Go, but after multiple rounds of communication, they responded promptly, with a friendly attitude, quick replies, and reasonable prices. The guide they provided, Ephata, was experienced and a steady driver. During our six-day trip, we witnessed wildebeest crossing the river multiple times and spotted many uncommon animals. Ephata always knew how to take us to the best viewing spots, and he communicated with us several times each day to ensure we were informed and satisfied with the itinerary. I am very pleased with this trip, though I regret a little that we didn't get to see any hunting scenes. I would definitely come back again!
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent experience
We had a fantastic experience with Jungleroam Safaris and were very happy with the organisation of the entire safari. Everything was very well planned, the hotels were excellent, and throughout the trip we felt that every detail had been carefully taken care of.
We are a family travelling with three young children, and they made everything very easy for us. They were always flexible, helpful and attentive to our needs, which made travelling as a family much more comfortable and enjoyable.
We would especially like to thank our guide, Solomon, for his incredible dedication, kindness and professionalism. He truly went above and beyond throughout the safari to make sure we had the best possible experience and did everything he could to help us see as many animals as possible. He was always attentive, patient and willing to help, and his enthusiasm made the safari even more special.
We felt very well looked after during the whole trip and are taking home some unforgettable memories from our time in Kenya.
We would definitely travel with Jungleroam Safaris again and would highly recommend them to family and friends. And a very special recommendation for Solomon — if you have the chance to have him as your guide, you will be in excellent hands.
Thank you so much for everything!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing tour operator—professional, friendly, and made our safari unforgettable!
We had an absolutely fantastic safari experience from start to finish! Everything was very well organized, and we felt comfortable and well taken care of throughout the entire trip.
Our guide was excellent: very knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and always ready to assist us whenever we needed anything. He was extremely well prepared and clearly passionate about his work. He shared a lot of interesting information about the animals, nature, and local environment, making the whole experience even more fascinating.
We highly recommend this safari to anyone looking for a well-organized, enjoyable, and memorable adventure. A big thank you to our guide for making our experience so special!
