CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best vacation of our life!
Our booking was done through Africa Welcome, and the owner, Kathi Simon, took amazing care of us from day 1 of planning. We were on opposite ends of the world, and Kathi had no problem answering our questions quickly and thoroughly, and making changes last minute - she was a gem and the entire reason we were able to go!
In South Africa, we started our voyage from Capetown, on to Franchoek (wine region) and then onward to Kruger National Park and then through Johannesburg on our way back home. The country of South Africa is like no other I have seen - it is so diverse, with a very westernized city like Capetown with amazing food and scenery, and then the wine region which was like Napa Valley or Okanagan (Canada) on steroids - it was THAT good - the buildings were designed beautifully and the wine was fantastic. And finally, the unbelievable wild animal life in Kruger National Park! It really was a dream trip and South Africa is an amazing place with many secrets that unfold for the tourist! Our private lodge, Simbavati, was beautiful, high-end, amazing service and food. Our guides and trackers made our trip, by teaching us so much about the animals, the terrain and the foliage. We loved every minute of our trip and have been highly recommending to anyone who will listen!
You MUST go to South Africa, we seriously thought about how we could move there, that's how amazing it is - no joke, you will be blown away!
HK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Did not get picked up, terrible experience
It all went well before our trip. We got our quote, discussed with the company various information about our trip and pick up time, our number of guests etc... And we were anticipating our first safari experience.
We did not get picked up eventually. We have waited for an entire hour at the pick up spot, but we never saw the guide coming. In desperation, we tried to contact the company through all possible means -- WhatsApp, email, calling their number, and even trying to search for more contact information. All the call numbers cannot be reached, and no reply from the WhatsApp and email whatsoever.
We ended up losing all hope and ran to the town, booking another company in last minute.
We got contacted 3 hours later via WhatsApp, and we were told that the phone of the contact person has been stolen and thus the events that occurred. By then we already agreed to take an offer from another company. We were also very disappointed by the explanation, since we doubted whether it is entirely impossible to inform us via email, something that can be accessed with any laptop computer. We could also be easily found at our pick up location and informed in person, but we never saw that happen.
All in all, it was a terrible experience, and we wish that this would not happen to other travellers.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A one safaris provides a solid travel plan fully , fun packed and organized in every detail
Aone safaries sends information a week early always to allow proper preparation for the trip and adjustment. I found this very helpful as they kept me in the loop about places i would visit so i knew what go pack
SE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding mobile safari in Chobe River, Savuti, Khawi and Moremi national parks Botzwana.
This was my second safari. The first was a lodge safari in South Africa in 2017. The mobile safari with Ulinda Safari Trials exceeded my expectations by far. Comparing with my lodge safari, which was very good, the mobile safari with Jane and her team gave me however a much more genuine feeling of the stunning nature and wildlife in Botzwana. Photography was an very essential factor why I decided for Ulinda and since Jane is a photographer she knows what is needed to place the car right to get the right light etc.
Everything worked perfect from the first contact and on. I can really recommend Ulinda Safari Trials especially if photography is essential.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic
We enjoyed wild safari and tour guide was very kind.
We will visit and use this safari tour again.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Experience to
My time with Steven traveling around Uganda and experiencing the chimpanzees and Mountain Gorillas was an exceptional experience. I began the planning six months before arrival and Richard was always informative and prompt in his correspondence. I knew exactly what to expect and that was how it happened. The lodging, meals, and travel were all at the level I expected and met my needs. Both the chimp and gorilla tracking went off without any problem and were lifetime experiences. The interaction with the gorillas was fantastic. Steven had good relations with all the tracking rangers and Gatatu seemed to have a very good reputation. Steven's commentary as we drove across the country was informative and interesting. I have a much better understanding of the country and it's people as a result. The visit to the school was inspiring and fun. This was the fifth time I traveled around the world and I've visited and toured in133 countries to date. I found Gatatu Safaris right at the top of quality people and offerings from all my travels.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
i love the care and support
one of the best things about aone safaris is how well they communicate and supported me throughout the whole tour. i was always aware of what was happening and was heavily involved in the decision making of all the things that we had to do and places we had to go. Time keeping was also excellent which made me love the whole experience. In general i can easily say i got more comfort and fun than i had expected from my tour. Thank you aone safaris.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was beyond amazing.
It was the best budget-friendly tour I ever found. The trip advisor of Safaris in Kenya was super helpful and easy to comunicate with. He arranged the tour for me at the best price possible and I had so much fun at the safari. The driver/guide was awesomely co-operative and I felt like we were the luckiest to have him because he got us the best view of the animals in the park. We saw a cheetah when it had just made a fresh kill. The safari was beyond my expectations and the tents made the entire experience more exciting. If you want to have the best tour of your life,choose Karibu Safaris in Kenya!
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Chimp tracking
Amazing experience to see the chimps up close. Thank you Enchanted Uganda Safaris for arraging this amazing tracking.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
- Great people, memorable places, beautiful scenaries
They provide a nice and environment for everyone on the tour. And they are super friendly..which is key