65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Richard provided an experience that was magestic and unforgettable.
When it comes to Safaris, I think this one ‘takes the cake’. I’ve just experienced my third safari, having visited Kruger National Park in South Africa, then Nairobi & the Masai Mara in Kenya, now to be fortunate enough to experience a safari in Uganda, complete with a Gorilla encounter and encounters with the Big 5, all in their natural habitat, as our stunning accommodation was perfectly located in National Parks. Our guide Richard had NO boundaries when it came to delivering the ‘BEST EVER’ experience at every location and whilst we were on tour to celebrate a milestone birthday for our friend, some of the ‘WOW FACTORS’ made me wonder….who’s birthday is it. We were ALL so blown away at the length Richard went to, to give us the BEST experience.
You know Uganda was never on my bucket list, but having just experienced what we have just returned from, I suggest you put it on yours…. You’ll never forget OR regret it.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Magical Rwanda and Uganda
Absolutely magical 9 days of gorillas, chimpanzees, elephants, rhinos, hippos, lions, leopards and the natural beauty of Rwanda and Uganda. Our trip was a dream come true. Our driver, Elias was so knowledgeable about the animals and the political history. He made us feel so safe and taken care of. Everything was tailored to our wishes. I highly recommend Eco Adventure
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Perfect Solo Travel Experience at Nyerere National Park!
I recently had the most incredible, seamless experience booking a one-day private safari with Smile with Us Tours in Africa. I actually planned this trip entirely last minute, and I am so grateful to Mr. Jacob, who was absolutely amazing to work with. He accommodated my short-notice request instantly, handled all the logistics flawlessly, and made sure everything was perfectly set up for me without a single delay.
My tour guide for the day at Nyerere National Park, Tiko, was absolutely phenomenal. From the moment the journey began, his warm, personable nature and vibrant, positive energy set the perfect tone. He is an expert tracker with an encyclopedia-like knowledge of the wildlife. Tiko made it his personal mission to ensure I saw as much as possible, and his sharp eyes did not disappoint. Thanks to him, I had the thrill of checking off three of the Big Five, elephants, lions, and giraffes! Watching these majestic animals in their natural habitat was breathtaking, and Tiko always positioned the vehicle perfectly for the best views while maintaining a deep respect for the wildlife and ensuring we were completely safe at all times.
What made this safari truly special, though, was the depth of the experience. Tiko is a wonderful storyteller. During our drives through the park, he shared fascinating stories and taught me so much about Tanzanian culture, traditions, and daily life, which gave me a much deeper appreciation for the country.
As a solo traveler, safety, privacy, and comfort were incredibly important to me. The private 4x4 safari vehicle was pristine, remarkably spacious, and felt extremely safe even on the roughest terrain. Tiko was exceptionally attentive, constantly checking in on me throughout the day to ensure I was comfortable and doing well.
The hospitality on this tour was unmatched. We had a wonderful break time with snacks, and the lunch they provided was absolutely amazing. The food was very good! Tiko also supplied all of the water and drinks for the trip, thoughtfully keeping everything perfectly chilled in a cooler, which was a lifesaver on such a hot day and long journey.
I was genuinely heartbroken for the day to end, but I am already planning my return trip to Tanzania Nyerere National Park to do this exact journey all over again. Thank you, Mr. Jacob, for making it happen on short notice, and a massive thank you to Tiko for memories that will last a lifetime. Do yourself a favor and book with them and absolutely ask for Tiko!
CA
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari met all our expectations and more
Safari was everything we expected it to be and more. Ivory Moon Lodge was excellent and Chef Forward was top notch. Animal viewing was brilliant but guests should know to be prepared for long days for optimal animal experiences. We had 2 days where we were in the vehicle at 5 AM and not back to the lodge until 5 PM. Next safari, we will schedule more time to enjoy the lodge.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unlike anywhere you have visited (in a good way)
[Wildlife] We were exposed to the nature for the whole days, and we were even able to get really close to the wildlife for a few times — once only 2 meters away from a lion.
[Accommodation] The highlight was the camping. We have camped in Serengeti and Ngorongoro for a few days, and it was amazing. We were living around some animals such as zebras, giraffes, gazelles, and impalas. At night, we were covered with the starry sky. We got acceptable (although not luxurious — that would be a bit unrealistic there, at least for us) restroom and shower room there.
[Food] The Tanzanians surely know how to cook. We have enjoyed the local cuisine, and we especially appreciated their use of spices.
KR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A place that provides an unforgettable experience with friendly service ✨
We chose this tour company for our honeymoon.
It was a choice with no regrets ☺️
The guide 'Terry' was soooo kind.
The best service provider.
The best guide! 😊👍🏻
He worked really hard to find the animals. And he was touched by the meticulousness of constantly checking if we were in good condition.
It was nice to reply really quickly when I inquired. They also provided me with reasonable estimates and schedules so that I could stay in the accommodation I wanted.
It was a honeymoon that I really hoped for, and I was able to come back very happily and satisfactorily thanks to Kiliclimb 🫶🏻❤️
If you want a trip without regrets, I recommend this tour! ✨
*We offered a tip of $25 a day as a token of appreciation.
This is not a requirement, so please keep that in mind.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Communicative and
We had a great time on our Masai Mara safari with our guides Tisa and Frank! Both guides were knowledgable about the park and very kind and personable. We saw 4 out of the big 5 up close! This safari made our trip to Kenya unforgettable. Thank you Frank and Tisa!
ME
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very smooth and pleasurable
Very reliable and responsible staff. Will recommend. Looking forward to visit again.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hermosa Life Tours Truly Lives Up to Its Name – More Than a Safari, a Life Changing Experience
Hermosa Life Tours live up to their name - they really do deliver a tour that is a once in a lifetime adventure! Over the course of 8 days we toured magnificent Rwanda, a place of beauty, humanity, inspiration, and future thinking. We started off with a guide, and finished with a friend. Abou was more like a travelling companion than an employee, and offered us his knowledge, heart, care, intellect, stories, philosophies, ears and eyes. We were so blessed to be accompanied by this amazing human. He steered us through Akagera National Park where we found lions and lionesses lazing under trees, rhinos closer than you might imagine, hippos galore, giraffes, zebra, buffalo, crocodiles, all manner of antelope, and birds aplenty. The King's Palace was a treat. In Nwungwe we ziplined, went for a canopy walk, found chimpanzees, vervet monkeys and mountain monkeys. We joined the traditional fisherman on the lake for an incredible experience netting sambaza. We travelled north visiting a tea plantation, joining the pickers and making a traditional brew, and replicated this experience with coffee and Arabica beans the next day, Abou ensured we were expertly looked after when we ventured into the Virunga Mountains, spending an hour with a Silverback gorilla, his wives and babies. My husband looked at me in the midst of this experience and asked, "Is this real?" The following day we trekked through potato fields to join the golden monkeys amongst the bamboos, and then joined the villagers where we were treated to our own personalised wedding re-enactment which was such a rich experience. Rwanda is now our favourite destination amongst many previously visited, and Abou our favourite companion. At every stage our comfort and experience was considered, the communication between Abou, Oreste and Yvonne was exceptional, as was Abou's communication with all the various guides that supported us. This was more than a holiday, more than a safari - it was an immersion with the Rwandan people, their country, their history, their way of life, their animals, and most importantly their future. This was a once in a life time experience, and we're so eternally grateful for it. Heartfelt thanks to Oreste who Invited us in, to Yvonne who helped created our unique experience, and Abou, who delivered it beyond expectations. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Jennifer and Sam
IL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
very nice tour
Good nice trip
This guy doesn't he was good - Lucas to the right position for any event that occur in the Safari.
For improvement – I expect the tour guide to provide more information and be active and proactive, and not just answer questions like a passive tour guide.
The tour guide Rahim is an excellent driver, drives safely, and his main advantage is that he made great efforts to bring us to active and interesting points within the safari. When we reached an interesting and active point, he made sure to take us to an interesting location where you can see a lot of things compared to other vehicles