35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The guide was fairly knowledgeable and helpful, patient with all the clients' questions
It was fairly okay, except for pick up time. The guide appeared later than agreed time.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A very nice experience
I used Naga Safari last year for a 9 day mobile safari to Nxai Pans, Moremi and Khwai reserve and had such a nice experience that decided to use them again this year to go to Tsodilo Hills and a day Mokoro trip. The experience was good again and the staff provided during the trip (guide, assistants and cook) very hardworking, even if things went less smooth than last year. The guide didn't seem to have fully correct information on our itinenary, in particular the arrangements for the Mokoro trip, but we managed to sort this out with some explanation. For some reason this year we were not provided the ensuite toilets and nobody bothered to offer an explanation so it is worth getting the confirmation in writing that you will get them before so finalise your booking.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Uganda Tour
Very well organised. Hamid, our driver, was excellent. Very polite, well spoken, considerate and always on time. He tried to accomodate any small changes we wanted to make en-route and was very familiar with the roads, almost to last pothole. He seemed to have a very good rapport with other tour guides and with game reserve staff which made a big difference to our experience. The only slight problem we had was with the baggage. We probably had too much and some of it had to come in the interior seating area which made it a little crowded, but Hamid did everything he could to ensure our luggage was properly secured on the rood and protected with canvas and the rest was properly stored inside.
The itinerary was a little tight and we missed doing a couple of things which we would have liked to. Had Speke suggested a couple of extra days, we would have considered it.
Overall, would highly recommend Speke Uganda Holidays.
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari!
We did a 5day safari in the Serengeti, Ngorogoro and another NP. We slept in tents put up by the drive and the man who Cooks. Had the best food, the best experience, great guides! ! Had so much fun!! And we saw a lot of animals!!!!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Helpful and cheery, variable in communications
We did self cater, self drive to Kruger.
Service was helpful and upbeat. Booking consultant was very enthusiastic and friendly. Information regarding the cost conservation fees for foreigners could have been more specific. Generally, given we had an unfortunate cancellation the outcome has been favourable and Kruger.com assisted in the credit.
We enjoyed our Kruger visit.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A great family experience!
Reasonable all round. Eveyone was friendly. If there were issues they were minor and was all sorted out.
AE
Good management and arrangement by magical retreats
Good hotels and stay arrangements.
Nice management of the trip. Though the van could have been in more better condition.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Highly managed, experienced and affordable tour operator !
I recently did my Uganda trip last month with excellent support of Ababa Uganda Safaris team. Their services are really awesome. I will suggest all to contact them for an amazing trip.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great experience with a few bumps
First I would like to thank Mack for his patience whilst we sorted out our end. Mike, our driver and guide, for his knowledge and willingness to assist us in getting the best experience during our time on safari. And Nicho for some excellent food at the Hippo Camp.
Some points that would have improved the overall safari, prior planning on the part of Kiliholidays to ensure vehicle is in the best state prior to commencement may have prevented the flat tyre just outside of Dar Es Salaam, and having a fully serviceable jack would have reduced the amount of time on the side of the road. In addition having to wait in Dar Es Salaam whilst groceries were purchased detracted from the excitement for all participants who were on their first safari. And though it was necessary to have a spare prior to departing the Hippo Camp, it was not good having to wait for two hours whilst it was being repaired when it should have been done the previous day/night, and I do understand this is not Kiliholidays fault as the tyre was dropped off for repair with plenty of time to do so.
The sunset boat tour on the Rufiji was spectacular, with the sun setting over the hippos. Accommodation provided by Steve and his staff at the Hippo Camp was a pleasant surprise, much better than what we expected. The safari was, from start to finish, a magnificent display of african animals in the wild, Giraffes, Impala, Warthogs, Zebras, Wildebeasts, Lions, Hippos, Kudus, Water Bucks, Crocodiles, Babboon, Monkeys and Elephants. The best experience though was getting within a couple of meters of 3 month old Lion Cubs with their mother. And the view from the bank of the lake/river whilst we ate lunch was brilliant. Didi and his magical 2 hour walk through the bush the following morning was an adventure that none of us will ever forget, and then he topped it off with more elephants.
All in all the six of us immensely enjoyed the experience, but the time wasted for provisions and tyre change/repair on the voyage to and from Dar Es Salaam could have been avoided.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The coffee tour and hike to the waterfall was a highlight of our family reunion.
There were 20 of us, ages 1-60. Our competent, safe driver picked us up in Moshi mid-morning. Our drive took us right up to the base of Kilimanjaro and to the village home of a family who grows coffee. We entered their tidy compound and were warmly greeted by our host and guide, Oscar. Oscar gave a good presentation on single source coffee. He demonstrated every step of the process of taking the bean from tree to cup. Everyone got a chance to try the husking machine (handmade by Oscars grandfather, I believe), to grind the beans by hand with a 'pilao', (huge mortar and pestle used for pounding grains into flour). Water boiled over the fire, the grounds were sprinkled liberally into the pot, and then the brew was poured through a strainer into our cups. A perfect cup! This was a most delightful event. Most of us ordered coffee which Oscar roasted and delivered to us the following day.
After our bag lunch, Oscar took us on the hike to the waterfall. Our path was well beaten, narrow and often had us teetering on the edge of the ridge. The views of the valley below, the village homes and the gardens took our breath away. Our guide peppered our walk with interesting facts about the culture and the flora and fauna around us. His love for his home sparked enthusiasm in all of us. We all made it to the waterfall after walking an easy 1+ hours (it took us longer than it might normally as we had small children making the trek). We spent some time playing in the water before it was time to hike back. This tour was so refreshing, fun for all ages. Our guide was excellent and communicated well in English. The logistics of this tour ran smoothly, thanks to Amos who accompanied us the whole day.