CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing trip! Gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi
We had an absolutely outstanding experience on our gorilla trekking trip and a huge part of that was thanks to our incredible guide, Andrew. From the moment Andrew picked us up in Kigali, everything was flawlessly organized. He took care of every detail, making the border crossing seamless, the transportation comfortable and the entire journey completely stress-free. One of the highlights of the day was the beautiful picnic Andrew prepared for us. It was set up in a stunning location with delicious food and was such a thoughtful touch that made the experience even more enjoyable. Andrew was professional, knowledgeable, friendly and organized throughout the entire trip. He shared interesting information about the region, made sure everything ran smoothly and was always attentive to our needs. The gorilla trekking was an unforgettable experience, and having everything so well organized made the day even better. I highly recommend Andrew to anyone planning a gorilla trekking tour from Kigali. Thank you for making it such a memorable trip!
AE
Professional
Everything professionally organized, out guide Moses was superb. Selection of hotels was good. Safety and comfort was taken care at all times. Thoughtful gifts added a nice touch to the whole experience.
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Trip of a Lifetime with Quagga Topy Safaris!
We just returned from the trip of a lifetime with Quagga Topy Safaris and Tours, and we truly enjoyed every single second of it. As a family, we visited Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara, and the entire experience was beyond anything we could have dreamed. The hotels and food were top quality throughout our journey, making us feel completely taken care of.
A special, heartfelt thanks to our wonderful guide, Ciprian. He was so kind, patient and cheerful, always punctual and with energy to begin the journey. He made it his personal mission to ensure we saw the absolute best of these magnificent parks, and we loved listening to his deep knowledge and amazing stories along the way.
We also visited Arusha National Park with Joseph, a brilliant professional with deep knowledge of the local wildlife.
Thank you, Quagga Topy Safaris, Ciprian and Joseph for making our dream come true—we will never forget this adventure!
Seamless, exciting tour!
I have always wanted to go see the mountain gorillas in Rwanda.
After careful research, I chose echoes from Africa to set up my tour. They delivered.
My tour was smooth from beginning to end . My driver, Levis, was wonderful. He was beyond attentive, very knowledgeable in everything concerning the Gorillas and Rwanda, and very warm and friendly.
My arrival flight was canceled last minute, and Olivia made quick corrections to ensure that I still had a wonderful trip.
At the conclusion of my trip, the owners actually came to meet me in person to say hello. They are very warm, trustworthy, professionals.
I would use them again in a minute, and highly recommend them.
By the way, seeing Mount Gorillas in their natural habitat is beyond amazing, go for it!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
10/10 – The trip of a lifetime. Exceptional experience from start to finish!
I travelled solo on DAV Safaris' 7-day Uganda safari, and I honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience. From my very first enquiry until the end of the trip, the communication was always incredibly fast, friendly and professional. Every question I had was answered promptly, making me feel confident and well prepared before arriving in Uganda.
The itinerary exceeded all my expectations. Of course, the gorilla trekking was an unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime experience and the absolute highlight of the trip. However, I was equally impressed by the beautiful waterfalls, the boat cruise, and the incredible game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park, where we were lucky enough to see an amazing variety of wildlife, incl. the tree climbing lions! Every day offered something unique, making the entire journey exciting and unforgettable. Even the drive-days were good!
One of the reasons I chose DAV Safaris was because ethical wildlife tourism is extremely important to me, and they fully lived up to my expectations. At no point did I feel that animals were being disturbed or exploited for tourism. The experiences always respected nature and wildlife, allowing us to observe animals responsibly in their natural environment. That gave me great peace of mind and made the entire experience even more meaningful.
I was so impressed by their commitment to ethical tourism that when I later asked them for a recommendation for a local tour operator in Zanzibar, they suggested a company that followed exactly the same values. That consistency says a lot about DAV Safaris and is something I truly appreciate.
A very special thank you goes to my guide, Richard. He was simply exceptional. Always punctual, incredibly knowledgeable, patient and genuinely passionate about his country. He answered every question I had, shared fascinating insights about Uganda's wildlife, history and culture, and even taught me many words in Luganda, making the experience feel even more authentic and personal.
As a solo female traveller, I couldn't have asked for a better guide and companion. Richard made me feel safe, comfortable and welcome throughout the entire journey: webale! :)
To make everything even more special, the lodge at where we stayed on my bday, surprised me with an unforgettable birthday cake and some singing. It was such a thoughtful gesture and a memory I will treasure forever. They truly went above and beyond to make my trip special.
The price was absolutely fair considering the outstanding quality of the organisation, accommodation, guiding and experiences included. Everything was perfectly arranged, allowing me to simply enjoy the adventure without worrying about anything.
Uganda was amazing, and DAV Safaris played a huge part in making that happen.
I wholeheartedly recommend DAV Safaris to anyone looking for an authentic, ethical and unforgettable safari experience. I would choose them again without hesitation.
Thank you, DAV Safaris. Thank you, Richard. Hopefully, this wasn't goodbye - but see you again one day!
PL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience with Africa Zim Travel and Tours!
From the very first moment at the airport in Victoria Falls to the final goodbye at Windhoek Airport, it was a perfectly organized and truly magical journey.
We started in Zambia and Zimbabwe, where we spent wonderful time in Victoria Falls, then continued to Botswana, visiting Chobe, Elephant Sands, and the Okavango Delta. We finished our adventure in Namibia, with Etosha, Twyfelfontein, and Deadvlei among the many highlights.
We were a group of four adults and one 4-year-old child, travelling in a very comfortable vehicle equipped with a child seat. Our accommodation was excellent, with very good—and sometimes even luxurious—lodges throughout the trip.
I cannot praise our guide and driver, Mtho, enough. He made our holiday truly memorable and ensured everything went as smoothly as possible, despite the challenges of travelling in Africa. Thanks to him, we experienced the wonders of nature while enjoying excellent organization and a high level of comfort.
All of us were amazed by the beauty of Africa and by the professionalism of Africa Zim Travel and Tours. Our 4-year-old son handled the long 3,500 km journey remarkably well, quickly adapted to the “African massage” on gravel roads, and enthusiastically joined all activities, including early morning game drives and an unforgettable helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta—one of the many highlights of this incredible tour.
Mtho was a true gem, and we can highly recommend both him and Africa Zim Travel and Tours. Last but not least, the food was exceptional and exceeded our expectations by far.
We will definitely come back and hope that Pamela and Sharon will prepare another amazing adventure for us, with Mtho as our guide and driver again!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
Anton was our driver and guide. He always made sure that we saw everything we could. We had an amazing time with him and Suricata Safari. I would always recommend them.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
We had an amazing time. Our driver was Anton and he always did his best for us to see everything we wanted to. He did an amazing job. He is a very lovely and funny guide. We would always recommend him and Suricata safaris.
It was the best time
He tour operator was very responsive and provided a well planned and executed guided trip.
From initial contact through trip execution Africa Zim was very responsive. The office personnel helped guide us through the various options on places to visit, lodging and extra curricular activities. They also provided guidance on visa applications and travel logistics. We were met by their guide who was a fantastic, knowledgable and personable individual. He ensured that our trip was fun and educational and entertained us with relevant local information. He made necessary adjustments to our itinerary in light of our interests and capabilities. He also advocated for us with lodging or tour providers when appropriate to give us the best experience possible. Overall the trip was beyond our expectations and an absolutely great experience. We have recommended their services to our two nieces for an upcoming Africa trip in September and we plan to return for a Tanzanian trip next July.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My first safari and immediate the best!
We decided a good family vacation would be to go on safari for once. We decided to book through Mansoor, which was a great choice. We were greeted warmly at the airport by him and his colleague Yunus. The next morning we departed with another guide from African Pangolin Safaris, Bakari, who was also welcoming: Hakuna Matata he always says!
We visited Mikumi, Ruaha, and Udzungwa National Parks. Here we were able to see some amazing things and Mansoor and Bakari got us in touch with other great guides and people they knew. We got to hike in Udzungwa with zien beautiful views. The sightings during Game Drives in Mikumi and Ruaha were awesome, seeing even a baby leopard! Some might call it luck, but I would attribute it to the knowledge and experience of our guides.
If I ever return to Tanzania for a different trip I will definitely be getting in touch with Mansoor again for my next experience!
