65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic Trip to The National Parks, plus Chimpanzee and Gorilla Trekking
The service from Justus for the booking and assistance with Visa's, hotel reservations on arrival and departure from Entebbe and flights from Southern Uganda back to Entebbe was great. Jimmy was our driver/guide and he was very knowledgeable, helped us with everything we needed. He came up with some surprise stops including a walk with the Rhino's at a rehabilitation centre on the way to Murchison falls National Park. Would recommend Gorilla Bookings to travellers
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Vacation Ever
This was genuinely the best time we had ever had on vacation. In addition to the trip itself being incredible, the staff was very easy to communicate with and helpful. I would, without hesitation, recommend this company to anyone traveling to Africa.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fully adapted for your request, about plannig, timing and selected liodges. Very vocational
We stayed a fantastic 10 nights traveling by road with adventure markers, guided by Stephen. Very vocational, pleasent and trustfull driver. We visited mikumi 3 n. Ruaha 3n. Morogoro 1 n. And Selous 3n.
Good 4x4 wheels car, perfect for a pair.
Whole our expectation has been done.
You can go there with this company, i trust them a lot.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wonderful lifetime experience
"It Started in Africa" were true professionals from the first email(there were many) to the final airport drop off!
Together we put together an amazing tour starting with the gorillas in Rwanda and travelling through Kenya and Tanzania on Safari. The itinerary was our own and we chose exactly where we wanted to go, when we wanted to go and the level of accommodation that we wanted.
The office staff are very responsive to all questions and are happy to accommodate every request. The drivers are knowledgeable, competent and fun.
I found that we go so much more for our money than we would have if we'd booked though a company here in Australia. It's important to support this local business and cut out the middle man.
I fully recommend It Started in Africa. You will not be disappointed.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Properly expert guides and great company
I can wholeheartedly recommend Advenure Makers. They took a group of ten of us on a tour of Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti. They are much more than drivers, they are real experts in the flora and fauna and really know the parks. As you can spend ten hours a day in the car with your driver, it's important they're good company and Stephen is a delight to travel with, always happy with a smile on his face. Their customer service was great and very straight-forward. They more than delivered what we want and they offer great value - I will be using their services again in the future, no question.
BE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
George, Kilidove Tours and Mawe Camp in Serengeti
we booked our family safari tour through Tanzania with Kilidove Tours guided by Michael on a land cruiser it was one of our best holiday ever
The guide's eye is more than that of eagle he showed us everything rhinos, lions,hippos, elephants and he was very knowledgeable and very friendly we felt more than home
our tour included several parks of north Tanzania and a visit to Zanzibar
George put all plans together for us and we were honored to be welcomed and spend some nights at his luxury Mawe Tent Camp in the Serengeti. Make camp was the best place we stayed over all accommodation we stayed, the staffs are amazing, the location is fantastic its just one of the few places on earth where everyone wants to be.
Look no elsewhere Kilidove knows how to make your dream holiday come true
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience in Kenya
I booked a 3 days trip to Masai Mara with Sterling Travel.
I stayed in a great campsite inside the middle of the wild.
They organised my trip very well and Diana is a very kind person.
Don t hesitate to contact her to help you.
Thanks and see you soon my friend
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3 best days in Mara
I took the 3 days safari as a solo traveler. Met new clients from different parts of the world which is amazing. Maggie really helped make me comfortable and assured me i will not be bored at all. I got value for my money as Lenchada camp is great , food is super and the rooms are awesome not the tents i expected . The Reserve is very rich with wildlife and we were lucky to see all the big 5.Our driver Lorenzo was exemplary and make our safari a memorable one .
I recommend Bison Safaris to travelers to Kenya .
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Cheap safari for a veruy good quality
Safari always means spending a lot of money. However, when going to Tanzania, you cannot miss the occasion to to on a safari tour. I was surprised to see that you still could get 5 days safari for a decent price (875$/pers). I was afraid of the quality of the safari for this price but I was surprised in a good way. The price determines more the lodgement and maybe the food a bit; but that is all. If you do not mind sleeping in a Quechua tent (everything was foreseen: mattress, sleeping bag, cushion, etc.) and that you are not looking for a 5 stars meal neither (still, the food was good!), then definitely go for this tour with Meru Slope. We have seen everything (except a rhino, but that is the nature's rule; you are never sure you will see all animals) and our guide, Steven, was great! He knew all the good places and he was patient; he is working for 15 years I think, but still he is passionate (more than some other guides who stopped only 30 sec or even did not stop at all when passing by interesting animals or great landscapes). He also gave us plenty of explanations.
The only negative point was the fact the organization did not tell us in advance we needed to bring cash to pay the remaining amount (same for other people in our group), which led to quite some discussions. So do not forget to bring all the money with you because they do not take cards (unless you do not mind being charges for getting 5 times money at the ATM...because you can only withdraw like 140$ equivalent) This is the only reason why I do not give 5/5.
Thanks again for this great safari, especially to Steven, this was an amazing experience I will never forget! I would not change anything!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best close mountain gorilla experience - wonderful tour company, great driver/guide
They do what they promise! Driver was on time to pick us up, patient and a safe driver (all things not typical in Africa). His name is Joseph Kalanzi, but the tour company is so professional that I am sure their other drivers are also good. Booking with them was easy, the price was fair and accommodation in the park excellent. Technically, they call it a 'camp' (Broadbill Forest Camp) but it is more like a lodge. Hot water, good food, attentive customer service. In short, Encounter Africa really understands what is important to Europeans. So an excellent experience and of course the highlight of it all....the gorillas. Amazing experience getting so close. They are so friendly and calm.