NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Prefessional organisation, working close with local guides and professionals
Our family of 4 booked a round trip with Matoke tours together with two close friends, so we had a private tour with six. Our friends visited Uganda before, also with Matoke, so Matoke arranged another round trip: From Jinja, to Sipi, Moroto, Kidepo, Murchison falls and back to Entebbe. We had to have patience: the trip was postponed 2 years, due to the Covid lockdowns. This was no problem with Matoke, they also booked our flight for this reason.
Since we had a private visit of a school project the week before our tour, we were picked up by our guide/driver Caleb at our hotel in Kampala.
The car was a huge four wheel drive safari car, where we fitted in all six. Caleb was a skilled and safe driver. One day we had to drive a very wet and muddy slippery road, and he managed to get us through safely. Caleb could tell us really much about the country and its history, culture and the different people inhabiting Uganda. He used to be a ranger, so in the Safari parks he drove us around spotting game really skillfully, with a very sharp eye, and visibly enjoying it himself. Matoke can be happy to employ good dedicated guides like Caleb.
The Lodges that were booked were all good. Unfortunately in Kidepo savannah lodge the luxury safari tents were booked full, so that we had a tent with a public sanitary unit. It was clean enough, but really a bit scary in the very dark night, with roaring lions in the neighbourhood... The view though was magnificent. The next logde, Murchison River logde became our favorite: Luxury tents with private bathroom, at the border of river Nile, with a small pool, and an excellent restaurant. Every meal had also a vegetarian option, good for our vegetarian daughter.
The Chimpansee tracking was unforgettable, though the Budongo Eco Lodge was a bit aged, but with very friendly staff.
In Moroto we stayed at Karamoja Safari Lodge. It apeared that they were overbooked, and our friends were installed in another hotel, but using the meals of Karamoja. So this little problem was solved properly. We found ourselves uncomfortable visiting the local tribe, as if we were going to the zoo, but these are living free people...
Uganda apeared to us a very hospitable country with really kind and cheerful inhabitants. We felt welcome and safe during the whole trip.
In the end, we had two fantastic weeks enjoying the beautiful countryside of Uganda, travelling safely with a Safari jeep and a joyful skilled driver and guide.
CZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
AMAZING
Everything was perfect. Accommodation was great, our guide was an amazing guy, who helped us with everything.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
You can be sure to get the best tour package, on Frena Adventures
I used to doubt the quality of tour packages and tour operators in Uganda. But that changed when I came in contact with Frena Adventures. Frena is a tour company based in Entebbe and it is hard to find a better tour operator in Entebbe. Not only are they affordable, they also offer excellent tour services. You will get the best tour guide in Entebbe, Mine was Elvis. You will get to visit Queen Elizabeth and the Nile River. You will get to visit the Murchison Falls and even the Kibale Forest National Park. With Frena, you can be sure to get the best tour packages in Entebbe.
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the best experiences of my life!
We had the loveliest and most exciting days in Mikumi National Park together with our guide Tony! Everything went smoothly, from the initial quote we requested to our drop off in Dar es Salaam. The whole safari was super well planned, the lodges we booked were good and there was always enough food and drinks. Tony was also flexible regarding our wishes and needs. Also important to mention, we felt safe and well guided the entire time. During the game drives, Tony explained a lot about the nature and animals and he had a good eye for the best spots to see all the animals. We even managed to see two leopards!
All in all, I would at any time recommend Shammah Wonders Safari to my family and friends, and especially our friend Tony as our trusted guide.
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very professional
They were very kind and professional, listened to our needs and created a plan that fitted my family well. They are knowledgable about safari and animals, know where to spot the animals, when to go. We felt safe knowing they had everything under control. Highly recommend!
IN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was just amazing,
It was just amazing, the volume of wildlife was incredible. I could not believe how many animals there were. We did a sunrise balloon ride which was expensive but so worth it. Breakfast on the plains when we landed was just surreal with all the wildlife around. Lions, Cheetah, Elephant, Zebra, Wilder beast, Impala, Gazelle, Buffalo, Giraffe, Hyena, Crocodiles, Ostrich, Vulture, Hippo, Jackal and many more seen :) Camp site was amazing, private site with just 12 travelers + guides ... very luxurious with en suite! Picnic a few hundred feet from the crocodiles ... another next to the Hippos.
BR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Beyond Expectations
My husband and I had a private Tour visiting Lake Manyara (Serena Lodge), Northern Serengeti (Klein Camp) and Ngorongoro Crater ( Crater Lodge). This was made all by 4x4. Our Guide , Mr Mosses Elias Kapolondo, was tireless to fullfill our expectations.
We saw Wild Life in its Prime. Countless herds of herbivores, Big Cats, Small Cats, Birds, Magustos, Jackals. Amazing Landscapes .We followed the formation (tail,body,head) of the Great Migration , and watched one of the Mara’s River Crossing with all of its action! 3 PARKS we had been, had given us diferent kinds of Safari experience. Mr Mosses explained all about our sightings. An unforgettable life time vaccation!” Serengeti shall never die”.
HU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good price, Amazing safari
We were on a 6 days safari. It was incredible. Albert is a really good guide and driver, we saw the big 5, and so many other animals. It was a great time for safari. The accomodations were good and clean. If you want an amazing safari with a good price, choose Axis!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Not just in your dreams. Do it!
I make reservations for a five day safari that includes visits to kibale national park, Murchison Falls, and the rhino sanctuary, East African jungle safari customer service was first rate from the first. I told him what I was intrested in, and he created a personalized quote for me while also responding to all my incredibly specific questions before i ever made a reservation. I received excellent service, a ton of knowledge, and amazing meals while on the safari. Additionally, the accommodation were fantastic. Apollo was a great advisor for me. I saw a leopard in addition to the other big 5 animals! If you don't want to do the gorillas, the chimps are a fantastic alternative that is well worth it. I heartily endorse this business. And highly recommends East African jungle safaris.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect safari
It was an awesome 6 days safari. We saw the big 5 and so many other animals. The guide, Albert was really good we had the best places to be close to the wilde animals. Also, he has good taste of music.
If we come back we will chose Axis again.