DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable experience
We have spent a holiday in Sansibar and made a 2 days safari in Tanzania with " African Flowers " It was really a great experience. The trip was very well organized, our guide war really great and provided us with all informations about the wildlife and the life in Tanzania that we needed. During the safari we could admire the landscapes and the animals, our lodge at Lake Manyara was marvelous. All on all it war really unforgettable.
MV
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Guide and Fast Response
The booking process was seamless as Paul was attending to me from the start providing me with complete itinerary, information and efficient response to all of my questions. The only thing I could critique is the car condition which broke down twice on the road, however it showed me much camaraderie from all the fellow drivers and guides who stopped to help us until we got the car running again. Overall, We had an amazing experience in Central and North Serengeti and managed to see the most anticipated Great Migration! It was Amazing. Our guide, David, made sure we were able to catch that! David is very knowledgeable and he did his best to show us everything. The lodges that we stayed in were also very decent with good food and nice people. A very memorable trip!
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Kalinzu Forest Reserve by Domitilla Marchi
We liked the trek, it was a little hard to find the chimpanzee and they were up on the trees, but overall it was a good experience
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Beautiful and friendly, but lacking a bit of wildlife.
Uganda is a very friendly country and definitely worth the visit.
Pros:
Amazing primate wildlife: gorillas, chimpanzees and many other smaller primates (monkeys) can be easily watched.
Very good birding.
Beautiful forested hills and mountains to the West of the country.
Beautiful geographical features, like Lake Victoria, Murchison Falls, the Nile, Ruwenzori and Virunga mountains. All within reach.
Friendly people everywhere. Drivers, guides, rangers, hotel staff, all are very nice and devoted to their work.
Professional guides and drivers know their trade well.
Very good food everywhere we went.
Good lodges, although some were a bit below par for a mid-range aspiration.
Cons:
Other than primates, wildlife is unevenly present in the parks. Some lack this, some lack that, etc.
Overall, wildlife does not appear in vast numbers as it does in other countries in the region, despite censuses and claims to the contrary (they are sure true, but it just does not show on the field).
Dreadful dirt roads in the forested areas, really bad even for trained drivers with adequate 4x4 cars. Well below the standard in neighbouring countries.
Driving times can be very long on account of the state of the roads (even those on tar).
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Safari with Jeepcruise Safaris
Jeepcruise Safaris made my trip unforgettable! The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, the vehicle was very comfortable, and we got to see the Big Five up close. Everything was well-organized from start to finish, and I felt safe the whole time. I highly recommend them for anyone looking for a real safari experience in Kenya.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Full Package provided a good Safari experience at an affordable price
We discovered that the most important aspects of a Safari
1. Your driver/guide is the number 1 and his knowledge will determine your experience
2. Be courteous to the people as they are always welcoming and polite
3. Be flexible and work with the operator as some things are out of their control: we had 1 tented camp that had water issues, and probably due to this camp was not permanent and was moved into the area to be close to Migration
All our other locations were great for what we selected as “comfortable” budget option. Maybe only ask for the permanent camps.
4. Please tip - many are just trainees or volunteers who survive on tips
5. Enjoy Nature and all this great country offers.
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
highly experienced tour operator for a wonderful experience
The team was very helpful, professional and available to propose various alternatives during pre booking. They were able to customize our trip in a very efficient way.
Lodge selection was good, only in one case we were a bit far away from the park.
Our guide was Felix: a very experienced driver. He had a good eye for spotting animals and he was able to manage a couple of issues to the car we had, avoiding any problem for our tour.
Highly recommended
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well organized
Very knowledgeable guide. First night late arrival at accommodation so we didn’t have a lot of time to enjoy it. In general the accommodation was very good with staff who catered to our every need. Excellent animal experience.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good
Really enjoyed this experience.
Accommodation was amazing.
Have wanted to go on a safari all my life. Big bucket list tick.
Saw lots of lions which was my top priority.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Wonderful Trip Hampered by Poor Logistics
Our safari adventure delivered moments we’ll never forget. Every wildlife sighting felt electric, and genuine connections made the journey special. Zanzibar was a standout. The private tour there set a new standard - everything ran seamlessly.
But the Tanzania joint safari brought tough lessons. From the start, our guide poured in relentless effort, steering us past every challenge. The team’s energy never faded. Each glimpse of wildlife kept us moving forward. Then reality hit hard.
On day two, our vehicle’s suspension broke down. We lost a full day in the Central Serengeti - a major letdown. The $100 refund felt like a token, not a solution. Combining our group with others based hours away threw plans into chaos.
Early departures slipped to late mornings due to everyone stayed at different locations that are far away from each other. On Mara River day for the Great Migration, the drive overshadowed the experience.
This isn’t just feedback. It’s a wake up call. If we want more visitors to have unforgettable journeys, Mercy's joint tours need a complete rethink.
Our guide was exceptional, but no one can make magic happen with obstacles like these. Please raise the bar. We hope the next adventure deserves better.