DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Visit beautiful Uganda and visit it with Pearl Afric (review from a very very happy client)
In 2015 I lived in Uganda for half a year and I did 2 Safaris with Pearl Afric Tours & Travel. Both of my groups (one of 4 people and one of 8) were extremely happy and each member (so I was told to say) is ready to recommend the company to anyone interested in traveling to Uganda.
The communication with the manager Innocent was excellent and the planning of our trip went smoothly. It was no problem for him to include our special wishes regarding prices, accommodation or pick-up places. We planned our second trip on very very short notice and although it was a weekend, Innocent organized it, again, to our full satisfaction.
Our tour guide, Abdul, was very friendly and an excellent driver, which is, believe me, important in Uganda. In addition, he was punctual (he mostly waited for us), reliable and planed the days by respecting the timetable and our wishes. He had a wide knowledge of the country and its animals and most importantly he was very good in finding them. He also gave us useful tips, such as to sit on the left side of the boat to see the animals better.
The accommodations and the food was good, some better than others. The cars were comfortable and good for observing animals.
If you are planning to do a Safari in Uganda and if you like it a bit more individual, I strongly recommend you to do it with Pearl Afric Tours & Travel. Your wishes will be taken into consideration, the service is from the planning phase until your drop-off fast and friendly and your guide will make sure that you experience many great moments in this beautiful country.
JP
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fast and accurate response and kind guide
The tour became an unforgettable memory. When planning the tour, Safari Multiways always gave us accurate and fast responses. They listened to my opinion well and took in it. The route they planned were gorgeous. It was much better than we expected. At first, from the airport to the National conservation Area, we saw people's daily lives. Secondary, from Ngorongoro to Serengeti, we saw beautiful scenery and lives of Masai people. It was really picturesque. The crater was also grand and beautiful. Third, Serengeti plain was so vast and we saw plenty of animals there. The driver was very kind and did his best for us. I really want to come back to Tanzania. And if I come back, I will definitely ask Safari Multiways again.
CA
Ngorongoro and Tarangire Safari
As stated by earlier reviews on other sites, the professionalism and dedication to ensuring the best possible experience that Praise and his team commit themselves to is absolutely exemplary.
I traveled to Tanzania to complete a Kilimanjaro climb and was fortunate enough to have a couple days remaining afterwards. Even though there were no two day tours scheduled, Praise arranged to have me join a group heading on a 5 day safari to do the first day with them and then connect with another group coming back to see the ngorongoro crater before being dropped at the airport to catch my flight. The first day we had Moses as a guide and had an amazing day. It helped that we had a great group of engaging young adults from Germany/UK/France and Canada but Moses was terrific with "eagle eyes", easy going demeanor and impeccable animal knowledge. We had a great day in Tarangire and were treated to 3 cheetahs on top of the usual elephants, giraffes, antelope, zebras etc. Camp was topped off with a great meal, good conversation around the table and walk in tents with cots to sleep on!
The next morning Praise himself showed up to collect me and take me to Ngorongoro crater as coordination with another group was going to be difficult. Thus I ended up getting a private tour of the crater!! Praise was a consummate guide, and the day was made memorable not only from the amazing lion pride sightings but the teaching and banter provided as we toured around the park. Being in healthcare and having the conversation touch on this at one point, I was interested to hear how Nyange is partnered with an organization to assist neglected seniors in Moshi. Finally, capping off an incredible experience, Praise dropped me off at the airport to catch my flight, which if I remember the geography correctly isn't exactly on the way back to Moshi!
An absolutely fantastic time was had, compounded by the fact that Praise and his team went out of their way to tailor a safari to meet my unique schedule needs. Would recommend to anyone in a heartbeat. Keep up the good work Praise!
Asante sana/Cheers!
Dave McNamee
Visited September 2015
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic service, on time and detailed and more experienced tour gaudes.
Service was great. Enjoyed the tour and promised to go back.
TH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Safari
Firstly, I have never responded to an individual review before, but I must. I happened to be on the same safari as the person who wrote the previous one star review. All I can say, is that sometimes there is no pleasing some people. Anyone going on a safari must go with an open mind and the desire to learn from the experts without preconceived notions. This is not a zoo, it is real life, kills happen- it is part of the animal kingdom.
Simon is an experienced, knowledgeable, and most of all, passionate guide. My husband and thoroughly enjoyed our time with Simon, from the breakfast he cooked in the morning through to the dinners he cooked at night. In between, we searched for sightings with Simon and it was always fun and very productive. Our safari with Simon was one of the highlights of our month long trip to this beautiful country. Wild Wings support staff were there to answer every email and did an excellent job of organizing everything for us. ( we did a number of things through them.
I would highly recommend Wild Wings and plan to send my sister on this trip!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
South Africa trip
My contact person at Kruger.com (Andy Saidy) was extremely helpful in finding us a terrific location, Thornybush Waterside, for a 3 day Safari experience. I would definitely seek out his assistance again.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The Australian travel agency that really knows Africa
This was our second trip organised with Encompass, the first in 2014 to Namibia, Botswana and Zambia. The second this year was to Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania. Encompass work with you, finding what interests you then puts together suggestions and work with as a partnership to end up with an itinerary that suits you and your budget. This could happen quickly or take some time, Encompass are happy yo take phone calls, emails, etc., to reassure you. Having a representative on the ground in Africa is another assurance for the first time traveller. Very professional and personable family travel agency, great people to deal with.
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Kruger Park
I had the chance to visit the Kruger National Park with Jewel of Africa and I will never forget!
I think I had the best tour guide I have ever had in my whole life ! In only one day, we had the chance to see 4 of the 5 members of the very prestigious club of the Big Five!
It was extraordinary!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing holiday in the bush
We had a fantastic family holiday at Kapama River Lodge.
It is a child friendly resort which went out of the way to accommodate us from the allocation of rooms, cuisine and game drives
It was a great outing. Unfortunately we did not see all of the big five but the the bush outdoors made up for that. We also had a flat tyre on one of the drives but was quickly repaired with the assistance of our plus another ranger...didn't quite get his name.
Great service all round from Joe (reception), Bongi (Restuarant), Zaan(Ranger), Moses (Tracker).
Definitely worth an experience .
under20 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The amazing tour.
African comfort zone safaris facilitated my first visit to Kenya.I had a wonderful time and I owe it to them.They are very professional but it doesn't make them less friendly.They put my needs first and recommended activities according to the type of people I had traveled with.The tour was enjoyable,very comfortable and interesting;it reflected the image I had of Kenya.I was so pleased with their services that i would definitely recommend it to others.