TR
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exellent
The communication, service and reability was good. Our guide Thomas was very good and friendly
Amazing
I highly recommend a tour with Kiliclimb. Moses was great. His main concern was making sure I had the best experience I could, which I did. I loved Tarangire so much the first time, I signed up for a 2nd day. He also took the time to meet me and get my feedback from the trip, which was great customer service.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable Kilimanjaro Trekking
We had an incredible Kilimanjaro trekking experience. The support team provided us with all the support we needed, and with their help, we reached the summit a day ahead of schedule thanks to the the outstanding support by our guides, Martin and Clinton. They kept us motivated the entire time. The food was restaurant-quality, far better than expected on a mountain, the equipment provided was of excellent quality.
I can't recommend them enough. Thank you all so much for an unforgettable experience!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
9 days of pure Ugandan Magic- Incredible Honeymoon Adventures.
9-Day Best of Uganda Safari Tour with Gorillas
Our 9-day Uganda Safari Adventure was nothing short of extraordinary — a journey filled with wonder and unforgettable memories. The itinerary included some of Uganda’s most spectacular destinations: Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and Lake Mburo National Park. Along the way, we were treated to breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and the kindest people you could ever hope to meet.
One of our first highlights was the white rhino sanctuary. It was deeply moving to witness the rangers’ dedication to conservation and to stand just 10 meters from a herd of seven rhinos, including a baby. The sense of protection and care surrounding these magnificent creatures was truly inspiring.
Murchison Falls took our breath away — especially at sunset. The next day on our boat safari, closely watching hippos and buffalo share the riverbank with a crocodile was a moment of pure magic.
Chimpanzee trekking was another incredible experience, and patience truly paid off. While some groups left early, we were rewarded with an intimate encounter — within a meter of a calm male chimp resting with his hands behind his head, while others wandered nearby or groomed each other. It was beautiful, peaceful, and humbling.
Of course, the highlight of our trip — and the reason we came to Uganda — was gorilla trekking. Words can hardly capture the awe of standing just a few meters from a family of 11 gorillas, including three playful babies. They reminded us so much of human children, tumbling and swinging through the trees. The silverback’s low grunts and the rangers’ calm responses showed such mutual respect and understanding — a relationship that felt sacred to witness. The forest itself was breathtaking, and although the hike could be steep at times, it was well worth every step. A relatively easy 30 minute hike down to the gorillas, who then kept moving so we moved along the mountain side with them. Our group was wonderful, supportive, and patient, especially when one older lady needed a hand on the climb back up the mountain side.
Other unforgettable moments included spotting two tree-climbing lions in Ishasha and two elegant female leopards in Queen Elizabeth National Park — a true privilege to see. On top of the countless beautiful elephants, giraffes, kobs, etc.
All our accommodations were comfortable and welcoming, with several surprising us with lovely touches for our honeymoon. Our favourite stay, though, was Elephant Hab — thanks to Barbara and her team, who made us feel so genuinely cared for. They were simply wonderful. (I’ve written a separate review for them because they truly deserve it!)
And finally, the biggest thank you goes to our guide, Shafik. He was exceptional — kind, knowledgeable, and so easy to be around. When we had a tyre issue early on, he handled it calmly and efficiently, ensuring our adventure continued with minimal disruption. His thoughtfulness went above and beyond — surprising us at the end of our trip with one of my canon photos, block-mounted as a honeymoon gift. It was such a touching gesture, and we couldn’t have asked for a better person to share this journey with.
If I had one small suggestion, it would be for tour companies across Uganda (not just Tubale) to service their vehicles more regularly. We noticed a few breakdowns along the way, though thankfully ours didn’t slow us down for too long. These things happen when traveling, and a little flexibility — and kindness toward your guides — goes a long way.
Having now visited seven African countries, I can honestly say Uganda felt the safest and most welcoming of all. The countryside is stunningly diverse, the wildlife abundant, and the people are simply beautiful — friendly, generous, and full of joy. When we had tyre trouble, every passerby offered help, and other guides jumped in with tools to assist. Driving through the villages, children ran to the roadside waving and laughing — the sense of community here is something truly special.
Uganda stole our hearts. It’s a place of breathtaking beauty, deep kindness, and unforgettable encounters. We leave with full hearts and endless gratitude for everyone who made this experience so magical.
Thank you Shafik, Tubale & Uganda for having us ♥️
DE
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Life-Changing Safari Experience with Makini Tanzania Safaris
As a solo female traveler, I couldn’t have asked for a more thoughtfully planned and professionally executed safari. From the very beginning, Naomi at Makini Tanzania Safaris was exceptional — not only did she organize every detail with care, but she also stayed in close contact throughout the journey, responding promptly to any questions or needs.
I had booked a mid-range safari, but what I received felt like high-end luxury. Compared to others in our combined group (from two safari companies), I was treated to an unforgettable night inside the park at a luxury tented lodge, complete with a magical drive through Maasai villages — while others stayed outside the park. It was a deeply personal and enriching experience.
The wildlife encounters were breathtaking, and the vast open grasslands and atmosphere of the parks left me absolutely speechless. Every moment felt like a gift.
Thank you, dear Naomi, for your dedication, warmth, and outstanding support. I wholeheartedly recommend Makini Tanzania Safaris to anyone seeking an authentic and elevated safari experience. Truly an adventure of a lifetime!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Honeymoon Safari in Tanzania with Wildebeest Footsteps Adventures
Our safari with Wildebeest Footsteps Adventures was truly an unforgettable experience in Tanzania! From the very beginning, Edson at the office was extremely helpful and responsive to all my questions during the booking process.
My wife and I travelled for our honeymoon, and the team went above and beyond to make it special. They added a “Just Married” sign to the back of our safari vehicle and stocked the fridge with local beers and wine for us to enjoy during the trip such a thoughtful touch that made us feel celebrated and cared for.
During our safari, Dickson was our guide, and he was absolutely incredible. He was always punctual, knew every route across Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, and made sure to stop whenever we wanted to take photos of animals. He also coordinated our daily lunches with the lodges and assisted with some extra activities we had planned.
Dickson was friendly, knowledgeable about wildlife, and full of great photo ideas. We felt completely safe and comfortable with him throughout our 7-day safari.
We would 100% recommend Wildebeest Footsteps Adventures and especially Dickson to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania. They made our honeymoon an experience we will cherish forever!
Hakuna matata
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best!!!
I decided only the night before that I wanted to join a gorilla trek day trip, and the team somehow managed to secure a permit for me at the very last minute! Coordination was seamless from pickup to drop-off at my hotel — everything was taken care of, and I didn’t have to think about a thing.
I was completely unprepared (no gaiters or gloves), but they found some for me to use. I also requested to be back in Kigali by 6 p.m., and they made sure to place me on a trek with a fair route and even managed to fit in a quick cultural activity. They also asked for my lunch preferences ahead of time, which was a thoughtful touch.
Overall, an amazing and stress-free experience — highly recommend, especially if you’re planning something spontaneous!
MY
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Easy to communicate and prompt in reply
We had contacted Ariana since beginning of the year and negotiate our package and itinerary. She was prompt in replying and also give suggestions and recommendations. We are very happy with her services.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
More Expensive for More Information but Not Neccessarily a Better Tour
I went on the 14 day Combined Kenya-Tanzania Safari. I chose Inspired Feet because of their positive reviews, excellent e-mail communication and detailed itinerary. Fiona was professional and answered all my questions. I had multiple guides but Francis and Godana in Kenya were the best and deserve a shout-out for their service.
I thought I would be with one group the whole time but I was not. This was disappointing to me as a solo traveller. Unless you are on a private tour, you will be on "joining safari" which means you share a car with multiple people from different tour companies. People may have different itineraries. I changed cars 3 times in Kenya and 2 times in Tanzania. It was nice to meet new people and have different drivers but it made it harder to form a bond with people. This was because I had a longer itinerary than most people (it was the extra day in Kenya compared to others that threw things off).
The value for money is OK. I met people who had the same itinerary as me but paid less. I thought I was getting value out of a more detailed itinerary book but honestly it was not worth it. When you get on the safari everyone is figuring things out as they go anyway. Go with the tour company with the best price that hits the destinations you want. The extra information about the destinations in the book and about the hotels was not worth paying what I estimate was 10-15% more than what others did (at least). I would recommend upgrading to the jeep for Kenya though - it is essential and I didn't see any vans in the parks.
Inspired Feet did not communicate with me after I paid the deposit. I was on my own for my visas and had to message them about scheduling the transport from the hotel to their office. Other tour operators did this for their clients so I would have liked more communication.
I was recommended the 14 day itinerary because it was "the most popular option". This was not my experience. During my trip, I did not meet anyone doing the same itinerary (with Inspired Feet or another company). Most people do Kenya OR Tanzania. I did 7 days in Kenya but most people I met were doing 5 days. In Tanzania, I did 6 days but most people do 4. If you want to go to Kenya and Tanzania and want to save money/time, do the 10 day itinerary - it skips Lake Naivasha, Lake Manyara and Tarangire Park, which aren't as popular or good of parks. I preferred Kenya over Tanzania so I would do 6 days in Kenya (having 2 full days in Masai Mara was worth it). The drive to the Serengeti in Tanzania included 4 hours of the worst roads I've ever seen. I thought the Masai Mara was much better for wildlife because it is more dense part. Only go to the Serengeti if it is a bucket list item. The Ngorongoro Crater was highly underwhelming - cool landscape but it really is just a hole in the ground with few animals. Despite this, I enjoyed having a longer trip because I did see new things everyday and could appreciate all the parks at a slower pace. The 4 day run doing Serengeti and Ngorongoro is absolutely brutal - I am glad I had 2 extra days to break it up.
Would I recommend Inspired Feet? Yes and No. Their service was quality, the tour was great and I had a good time. It was expensive for a budget safari and I don't think I should have been recommended the 14-day tour.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Personalized, expert local guide
Extraordinary experience with Zagol Ethiopia Tours: I had a very personalized experience and it continued to be customized as we traveled to make sure I got the experience I was interested in (and guiding me toward things I didn't know about or never would have known about). My guide was personal and clearly a local expert. We expanded my tour based on how much exercise/hiking I wanted, and I got to experience things I never would have on my own (not even close). I'm definitely considering a return visit to do more with this guide, and I'd recommend without hesitation. I'm not normally a guide person, but this experience changed my perception (I did a private tour)