DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Gorilla safari to visit gorillas was memorable
At the end of last year, i visited in Uganda and then in Kenya and Rwanda. I like so much to visit East Africa for many years. My trip was organised by Christina a lady who was very positive and friendly. My self and my husband begun our trip on 5th November and booked a flight to Kigali in Rwanda where a nice man received us from the airport and took us to the lodge.
From this moment, we received a good communication about all the expectation of our safari and then we had our dinner and went to sleep. not much for a first day, we were tired from the flight.
The following day begins our safari and we visit many local shops in kigali and also the memorial of the genocide. Then we drive with the guide to Volcanoes park and we loved it here so much. We remained two nights at Villa Gorilla lodge, it is a small owner managed guest house just near to the gorillas. Then in the following days, we went into the forest to visit the gorillas two times. Very nice to keep this momory with us. The together with the guide crossed the border up to Uganda side to visit the community of the pygmies and they made good entertainment for us.
Then we travelled up to Queen Elizabeth park and discovered the tree climbing lions in the trees. It was wonderful. We stayed at a nice eco lodge, in Ishasha, at Ishasha Jungle Lodge. Also in our visit we visited Kibale forest to visit the chimpansee and also the nice birds in this forest. Then we went to Murshicon falls and it was aa good moment on the nile in a nice boat up to see the water fall.
We loved so much our holiday in these countries and later we flew to Kenya to visit many other parks of animals. We love East Africa and these nice people. This company organise our trip very well.
NO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Will be booking most holidays with them and recommend this company to my friends!
We spent a fantastic couple of weeks in Tanzania and particularly in Arusha. I wasn't sure whether to trust or not as it was all online but from now on I will be booking most of my holidays with them. Everything was great and everything was sorted for us. We didn't have to get transfers ourselves as well, was all done for us. 100% excellent. Thanks we are now back home in Norway!!!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A most magical time!
From start to finish I was massively impressed with all aspects of the company. Although professional throughout there was a very relaxed and family feel to things. Donna was always on hand before, during and after booking.
My girlfriend and I booked a safari, wild camping in the Serengeti is definately a must! later we headed to Zanzibar for the most relaxing time! during this time my grilfriend became my fiance and then 18 months later my wife......and then a mum to our beautiful son!
I loved the whole experience of tanzania. We spent an evening in Arrusha before heading to Zanzibar which was great to see. We went out for a few drinks in local bars and came across a wedding in full swing! everyone we met were so friendly.
I am looking to return this year and make a start on Kilimanjaro. The reson I would book with Massai Wanderings (although there are many) they give back to the community. We visited a school whilst we there that was being built and iirc there had been enough donations received to ensure all the children had a bowl of porridge in the mornings.
I can't wait to return, such a magical time!
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Not bad
Nancy introduced herself under my post on couchsurfing. She did a good job on communicating with customers. I like her, and her second hairstyle!
The accomodation in this tour is quite good, the hotel room next to Nakuru Lake is very clean, with wifi. The camp is not bad!! Especially after the Danakil Depression tour in Ehtiopia, I was so impressed by the condition in Kenya safari. Don't get me wrong, I am not saying Danakil depression isn't good, actually, it's so good, just not so touristy. Here in Nancy's tour, I like the accomodation, the food( very good), the company.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful experience. Good and gracious people who cared about our experience, highly recommended!
Tarangire. Lake Manyara. Ngorongoro. The Serengeti. We saw so much in just the first two days at Tarangire and Manyara it could have been enough, but YOU must see the rest with Northern Circuit. They were well organized. The first day our driver was at the hotel early to pick us up on time. Before setting out we met briefly with the director who explained the entire 6 days so we knew what to expect. The vehicle was clean and equipped with 110 outlets so no worries about camera batteries running out, or cell phones :) Our driver and chef were very courteous and accommodating which makes these types of adventures so much better. Our driver was very knowledgeable and was able to answer our questions about the various species of birds and other animals, plants, etc. Also, he had a keen eye and was able to spot or find wild life to assure we got our fill of great nature and wild life. The campsites were well-kept and cozy, whether we were in a covered tent at the camping grounds, or in a bush tent in the Serengeti. They set everything up for us, and the food was remarkable. Fresh fruit, coffee, tea every morning along with a different meal every day. Hats off to our chef for a job well done. While there are many operators in and around Arusha and Moshi, Northern Circuit provided all the comforts we expected with very personal care, we didn't feel like a number or as if we were being rushed through. Because I'm very meticulous about making plans for such a big trip, I had been communicating with the director, Michael, up to a month before our trip. He was very responsive to my many email and text message inquiries, usually responding within 8-10 hours with a 9 hour time difference! I do admit, we contacted a few other operators, but Michael's responsiveness and level of details with our arrival in Nairobi, and advice guiding us through the process of getting to Arusha, convinced me that Northern Circuit was the right operator and we do not regret it one bit. I have members of my family wanting to safari now, so for sure we will use Northern Circuit in the future! Thank you guys for the wonderful time that will stay with us for ever. Best wishes, Martin and Ella.
CR
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Love Cape Dog Safaris!!!!
I've enjoyed twice the Cape Dog Safari experience, once with Michael and the second one with Raph. Both are wonderful guides! I considere them as family friends! Every experience was amazing!
All details were taken care, all hotels and camps were Excelent!, and the food was very good.
Its been one of the most wonderful trips so far!!
Super recomended!!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
How lucky I am to have experienced this.
Four of us visited Mpumalanga in November 2015 and stayed at Sabie River Sun in Hazyview. We were about 12 miles from Phabeni the nearest gate for Kruger NP. The completion of the forms, vehicle search and paying entry fees is a bit slow.
The main roads in the park and tarmac and ones we traveled are well maintained. The other roads are dirt but are good although in a small car could be tricky especially in wet weather. We were there in the rainy season but chose not to go to the park when the weather forcast was bad.
There is wildlife everywhere but you have to look for it. Driving slowly is the best bet and when you see something pull to the side of the road. The next vehicle along is likely to stop and ask what you are watching, unless it is obvious - elephant, giraffe, rhino!
Lots of people seem only to be interested in the big 5 and the larger animals but, in my opinion, you will be missing a great deal. I was pleased to have spotted a dung beetle rolling his dung and a tortoise. There are also lots of birds and some with amazing plumage but again you have to look for them. We did not see and lions or cheetahs when we visited which was disappointing until you consider what we did see.
Watch when you see elephants - they sometimes decide that you are too close - they will let you know and then back away slowly. They are bigger than you!
Plan your route so that you can leave the park before the gates close. We did not use a guide but next time I think I would try that.
We went to Skukuza camp for breakfast - really terrific and good value.
We have booked again for November 2016.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about South Africa by garrellmillhouse
We only saw small part of the country but what we saw was beautiful and the people we really nice. Good value for us at the moment.
MY
Budget and pocket friendly
From our very first conversation with Frank, our experience was superb. Having never been to Africa before and with two young girls age 4 and 6 we were apprehensive, thank you and we recommend you any day
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
amazing 2 days safari at Mikumi park
Kanuth is very helpful and the safari was very nice. Everything was well organized: transfers, guide, accommodation.