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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely amazing!
The communication from day 1 day was easy and efficient. Me and my friend enjoyed this tour very much! George (driver and guide) is absolutely amazing! His knowledge and company was a pleasure!
I highly recommend this tour!!!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime!
We are an adventurous, well-travelled family that goes to great lengths to make sure our trips are well-planned and ultimately "epic" in nature.
We could not be happier with the job Inge and Moody did in fulfilling that goal.
From day 1 in the planning process, Inge (and Shadows of Africa) stood out above every other safari company. Inge was detailed, kind, honest and answered EVERY question we had in a timely manner... ultimately building the perfect trip for our family. She bookended a well-balanced blend of national parks with eye-opening cultural experiences that became some of our favorite moments of the entire vacation.
Getting paired up with our driver (and now "friend") Moody was the icing on the cake...and really moved the whole experience from epic to "magical". Moody was kind, knowledgeable, protective, sensitive and delivered a one-of-a-kind experience that we'll be talking about for the rest of our lives. Moody is obviously well-respected and loved in his field by his peers. I can not tell you how many times he was greeted lovingly by other safari guides, park staff and even people on the street. He has a passion for both the animals and the humans in his sphere. Consider yourself blessed if you are paired with this friend!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic experience
We did a 5 day camping safari and it was really fantastic. We loved our guide Ben, he showed us the best places to spot the animals. Sleeping in the parks was so adventurous. I thought it would be a bit scary bus i loved it. Highly recommended!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
EXCELLENT TOUR COMPANY
I went on safari in Uganda with Bright Safaris Uganda but it was really excellent and Owesome, i and my boyfriend wanted to have a simple vacation and we decided to visit Uganda and my boyfriends friend recommended bright safaris because for him had Used this company before, and it worked for us as expected after booking 10 days tour in Uganda.
I really send my special thanks to Kawesa who organized this amazing safari for us
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everything taken care of from beginning to end!
We actually booked our tour in June of 2019 for the August of 2020. As the global pandemic took hold, we rescheduled for Christmas/New Years of 2020, but then that became doubtful. Matoke helped us reschedule around multiple flight cancellations and Covid Testing requirements and were prompt and flawless in their response. Matoke went out of their way to make sure that everything was safely set-up for us from the moment we got to the airport to the moment we departed back to the USA. Every lodge used Covid safety measures far beyond our expectations and we never felt at risk. Our Tour Guide, Musa, also enforced precautions as we went between activities and on Game Drives and Treks. Not only were our expectations met, under difficult situations, they were exceeded.
All of our scheduled activities, which were planned 18 months earlier, were carried out, and a couple of unscheduled ones were added (FLAMINGOS!!). The lodges which were chosen for us were uniformly of high standard while each being unique and special. Matoke's staff was always cheerful in our emails, which, due to the circumstances, were numerous. We can't speak highly enough about our experience!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
Working with EastCo was amazing. They helped me plan the safari of my dreams. From planning, making recommendations based on my interests and accommodating last minute changes. Once in country the trip was flawless, the guides were great (ask for Bernard), the camps and hotels nice and the wildlife was phenomenal!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Always camera ready, Its Magical !!
I couldn't be so much happier with the services offered by Kiliholidays. It was very easy from the beginning, starting with communication. Mark was really good with setting all this up for us.
My guide, Joachim was amazing !! I would definitely recommend asking for him when you book your next trip. He is reliable, smart, well spoken and he will help you find all the animals in that jungle. He is funny with a good sense of humor you will have fun.
Thanks guys for making this trip a TRIP OF A LIFETIME !
Amazing experience and excellent service!
Wonderful experience and excellent service all around. Highly recommended!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Don’t book with anyone else besides Mattaw if you are going to Kenya!
TLDR/ Don’t book with anyone else besides Mattaw if you are going to Kenya
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I can not say enough about how amazing my experience with Mattaw Safaris and Bud was. From the moment I reached out to him he was responsive and friendly. We quickly created an itinerary that was perfect for what I was looking for.
I arrived in Kenya a day early and when Bud found out, he offered suggestions on what to do and even offered up one of his guides to take me to the Nairobi park.
My guide/driver/new friend Charles was awesome. Very professional and friendly, but also has a sense of humor. Most importantly he is knowledge about all the animals and all the parks. He made sure I saw every animal there was, the big 5 was easy to see with him.
Bud and Mattaw work with local lodges/camps and every one that he picked out was comfortable with friendly staff and great meals. Nothing like a hot shower and a good meal after a long day in a park.
In the Mara, Bud uses an additional guide, a local Masai. This makes all the difference for this park. You get to go places and see things you would never see with an out of town guide. You will almost be guaranteed to see a leopard with Masai at the wheel.
While in the country and 2 days before I was leaving , Kenya passed a new order that all departing passengers needed a Covid test. Bud went out of his way to alert me to the order, clarify information, found me a lab that does 24 hours testing and drove me to my test. Wow!!! Not that's hospitality.
Lastly, Mattaw uses their profits from the Safaris to put back into their non-profit, which is a children’s home in the west part of the country for over 100 kids. Why not book with a tour company that you know is doing some good in the world?
Book with Mattaw if you are going to Kenya and I guarantee you will have an unbelievable experience.
Thank you Bud, Charles and Safari Steve!
IL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience
Very nice experience !
In tow days we get to see the whole 5 !
Masi Mara was great!
Thanks a lot to Silas that help us in any way he could.
The drivers are nice and friendly.
Great for young people !
Thanks again,
Yuval and Yamit.
