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35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Our helpful and safe escort during our holiday!
We were very warm welcomed at the airport of Entebbe from our friendly tour guide Richard. During our journey through Uganda we felt that we are in good hands. Everything was very well organised and and we enjoyed every day in this beautiful country. We made gorilla trekking which was an highlight for us and an experience which we will definetly never forget! The boat cruise on the Kazinga channel is also a must to do. Our accommodations were really great and we enjoyed every day a great dinner with typical Ugandian dishes. We loved the fresh fish Tilapia from the lake Victoria and of course we could not get enough of Avocados and sweet potatoes, which is really hard to get in Europe !
All in all we were really satisfied and we can really recommend Adventure Vacation Safaris!
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Stunning Safari with Papa Musili
My mother and I went on a 11-day safari with Papa Musili. It was an individual journey, no group. We were so lucky to have "Papa" as our driver and guide. He was a fantastic driver, a very funny person, always ready for a joke. His knowledge about his country is amazing. We´ ve got so many interesting informations about Kenia, its people, history, language, and of course...animals!!! He always tried to make us happy. As he knew we love cheetahs, he tried everything to make us see those animals. And we did! He was always very much in time, cared about my mother so she felt safe all the time. We learned "pole pole" (slowly) from him and try to take this to Germany with us. Through him, we got much closer to the country and its people. This journey exceeded all our expectations. Thank you so much, Asante sana!!!
CA
Excellent communication and organization and a very good tour which exceeded our expectations
Our driver, Jason, was very professional, efficient and knowledgeable as well as being a good driver. He taught us a lot about local things in Rwanda and Uganda. The tented camp and gorilla trekking as well as the village tour were outstanding and the staff were very kind and helpful. All was very well done.
IN
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very professional but also warm and friendly.
Excellent, amazing tour. It met all out expectations.
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic, professional service based on their experience.
Expectations met over and above on all three safaris. We have used Native Escapes before and we can't fault them. Choices of accommodation were offered making this a very personal trip.
Nothing was too much trouble and everything went like clockwork.
Botswana was wonderful and accommodation,staff and safari guides were welcoming and knowledgeable especially if you learn a few words of the local language.
Great experience with Mount Kenya Climbing Expeditions
My girlfriend and I completed a 5 day hike on Mount Kenya going up on Chogoria route and descent through Sirimon.
Each of the trekking day was different and had varied memories. Mount Kenya itself is grandeur and Chogoria route is definitely very scenic, more than we had anticipated. The mountain isn’t a conical crater like the neighboring Kilimanjaro, but it is a factual peak having various ridges and gorges to cross before getting to the summit base at Lenana Peak.
The key to a successful ascent of Mt Kenya is to take it laid-back during the first days and ensuring that you acclimatize to the altitude before attempting the final hike to the summit. Upon hitting Lenana Peak, it is quite a sense of great achievement standing on top the mountain. It is for sure a an amazing experience watching the sun rise over the African skies and with amazing views of Indian Ocean and Kilimanjaro peaks.
We used the service of Mount Kenya Climbing Expeditions directly and Daniel made all the arrangements for us. Everything was delivered as planned and at reasonable cost. Robin, the Mount Kenya guide was an excellent choice and an expert in helping out alongside the a team of porters and cook.
Without the help of Robin, we wouldn’t have succeeded in reaching the summit. Daniel was an excellent planner and made all efforts in providing all the information we needed beforehand. Everything was as per the details provided and trust me that they know the mountain very well, providing you with the right info and the potential problems and solutions.
For us, using Mount Kenya Climbing Expeditions was a great experience.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best experience ever you guys rock am humbled to have associated with you
I have had different companies before but this is so far the best I recommend everyone to them it’s a five ⭐️ experience thanks guys
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very Professional and really personable, Wild Safari exceeded expectations at every level.
We really felt well taken care of from initial email to final fond farewell. There was no detail too small and no request too large, that weren't dealt with cheerfully and easily.
We had zero issues arise on tour, in large part due to careful planning and attention to detail from the staff.
I feel confident that had any issues arose from circumstances beyond their control, these would have been dealt with swifly and effectively.
Experience and knowledge shine through every interaction. We couldn't be happier with our choice and happily recommend Wild Safari to friends and family.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome 3 day Masai Mara Safari followed by Spectacular Day at Wasini Island Snorkeling
From the initial email inquiry to the final drop off at the airport Netherken Safaris and Tours took care of our every need.
Communication prior to the trip was prompt and accurate. When we arrived in Nairobi our safari guide was at the hotel early to pick us up. Our baggage had missed the connection in Amsterdam and our guide took us back to the airport so we could be reunited with our bags before embarking on the 5 hour drive to Masai Mara. Once at the Masai Mara National Reserve the guide demonstrated his expertise and passion in not only finding the animals but also provided a running commentary on how the animals live and fit into the environment. The guide really made this trip special and was always willing to answer our questions but also knew when to leave us to ourselves to soak up the experience. One of the last animals the guide showed us was a leopard sitting high in a tree with what looked to be an antelope leg that he was saving for later.....an unbelievable sight and something that the guide went above and beyond to show us.
The accommodations at the Mara Sentrim Camp were perfect, the "tents" were clean and comfortable and the food was welcomed after spending a day in the van viewing the animals. The staff at the camp provided first class service.
The whole safari experience was an incredible value and although there are probably fancier lodges/hotels and we could have spent more and taken a plane into the reserve the trip we had was fantastic. Driving to the reserve was an adventure in itself and stopping to look over the Rift Valley prior to descending to the floor of the valley gave a great sense of perspective. Kenya is a fascinating country and during the drive the guide provided interesting information on the culture.
The snorkeling trip on Wasini Island was also very impressive. Our guide for the day picked us up from our Mombassa hotel and drove us 2.5 hrs to the boat landing for the trip. We snorkeled over the coral reef and was lucky enough to see dolphins and get to briefly get to swim with them. After returning to the island we had a fantastic seafood lunch. The guide then did everything possible to get us back to the airport in time for our 9:00pm flight. When we were stuck in Friday night traffic in Mombassa he knew all the strings to pull to get us to the airport in time. A truly memorable day.
Booking a trip online is always a little bit of a lottery but Netherken really came through for us and provide me and my family a vacation that we will remember forever. They provided everything they said they would and we were really looked after every step of the way. I highly recommend Netherken Safaris and Tours to anyone looking for a fantastic experience while traveling in Kenya.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Garden Route - A Great Tour with a Great Guide
We booked a five day, four night tour of the Garden Route with this company and were so happy that we did. The company's Craig Lucke did a fine job in making accommodations for us even when two of our party had to cancel out of the tour. He mad it easy for us to make payments, and easy for our pick up and drop off after the tour.
What was especially remarkable about our tour was our tour guide- Derick Keeling.
He made the tour. Articulate, passionate, knowledgeable, and even funny, he provided us valuable information, answered all of our questions, helped us with our luggage and belongings, and even escorted members of our party who were challenged with impaired mobility.
We kept him at our dinner, lunch and breakfast tables because of his insight to so many things South Afirca. A real asset to South African Tours, he exhibited compassion and empathy (giving food to some locals we came in contact with), a sense of safety (intercepting people who might have impaired our secrity), flexibiltiy (offering us alternatives to the set itinereary) and humor (so important later in the day when we were tired).
Easy Peasy. Lemon Squeasy.