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65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing how far Brain went to fit my needs into the experience he whiched for me to have!
First of all I was a single Female traveling on a very low budget. Brain took care of me finding affordable lodging off the beating path but always looking out for my safety. Even set up meeting of friends to watch out for me when traveling through Cities. He changed my itenery 5 times to adjust to my personal tastes.
This company is the best and really takes care of you from planning thur all your travel need. Always easy to reach if you want help or a change. Has the best Private Camp in the Serengetti. Helped me plan a trip that far exceeded my DREAMS.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great time with friends
I have been wanting to visit Africa for a while and narrowed it to Kenya. After corresponding with several tour companies, Expedition Kenya Safari was my final choice. We felt special and at ease when Patrick the company owner handled all our e mail and phone communications. Although it was a challenge for us to find a safari package that met our budget, he was patient enough to work with us. We ended up spending more than we had planned but it was worth it. On arrival we were met by Kuria who runs operations. A very entertaining gentleman who checked on our progress during our entire safari duration. He even joined us for late lunch before our flight home. Kenya beat all our expectations for its wildlife, scenery and hospitality. And yes we will be back.....
Always the best
We have been taking safaris with EAWS for about 20 years. They are brilliant -- knowledgeable and great attention to detail and comfort.
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The African Safari
Still recovering from an incredible holiday in Africa, and a week in Kenya that will be etched in our memory forever. Travelling with children, specially on a wildlife focused trip can be intensive and challenging, but courtesy Smita and her team at Chalo Africa, we had a schedule that was perfect and the right mix of fun and more fun! From home stays to small resorts and big establishments, we sampled a bit of it all, and every stage was as promised, most of the time even better. And not to mention the travel and safety tips, that were a huge help. A big part of the experience was courtesy Tony, our guide and friend for one week in Kenya. His insight, knowledge and gentle demeanour was much appreciated. Thanks all for a very very memorable trip, and hope to be back soon.
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great landscape and local life
Had a great time and got interesting knowledge about the surrounding nature and local livelihood. The guides were nice and their service excellent.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great safari experience
We used KETS for a trip to Masai Mara in Sep 2013 with a family of 12. First, the drivers were very timely picking us up from our residence early in the morning. We stayed only one night so we had only one afternoon and half of the next day to see the wildlife. Right from the get go our tour guides Duncan and Nicky were very ambitious about communicating with other drivers on where the animals had been spotted and expeditiously getting us there. Besides making sure they knew which specific animals we wanted to see in order to maximize the use of our limited time, they were extremely knowledgeable about the layout of the park and simply do not miss a beat. They even reduced their break time when we arrived so that we can have more daytime to see the animals. The wildlife population seems to have diminished over the years in Masai Mara so if you are looking for a pragmatic no frills company to really get down to business in finding the wildlife, this will be a wise choice.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
My experience as an independent traveler with Speke was awesome from start to finish.
My initial contact with Speke Uganda Holidays was an internet one. They were, in fact, the first company to be honest with me regarding the cost of the gorilla viewing permit, a lowered amount of $350 because it was the rainy season.
Not only were they my safari company, they also set up many other excursions for me. My primary purpose in going to Uganda was to visit a girl I had sponsored for over six years. They arranged my transport to the school. When I couldn't get a reply from the hotel I had selected in Kampala, they intervened and made sure that was satisfactorily arranged. They helped me with the beginning of my trip until the very end. In fact, I'm sure I would not have had the memorable trip I had without their help.
My driver Robert always put my safety and comfort paramount. I never had to worry about anything. I knew that the whole Speke Uganda Holidays team was always working to make sure that I had the fullest experience possible. They were not only my safari group, they became dear friends that I will cherish for life. Although Uganda is truly a wonderful country that any tourist would find well worth a trip, it is the people that I met there, of which the Speke Uganda Holidays is tops on that list, that make it such a trip of a lifetime. I would trust the people at Speke Uganda Holidays with my life, and you can too.
I had so many memorable experiences in Uganda that I will not enumerate them. Feel free to contact me if I can give you any information regarding a trip to Uganda or can give you further information about my friends at Speke Uganda Holidays.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable Safari of a lifetime!
it is hard to even describe how breathtaking the safari was. The expertise of our guide Jesse being able to spot the animals and describe everything in the area enhanced the experience even more! I would highly recommend Jesse as a personal tour guide and the expertise and professionalism of the company is over and above anything I would have ever expected!
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had a Wonderful Time!
Bob & I just want to say what a fantastic time we had on our private Safari. Patrick was the best! We learned an awful lot about Kenya and he was very good in tracking down the lions (which is what I wanted to see). I would recommend you to all of my friends and to anyone else in looking to come to Africa. You are the best and in my opinion prices are too low for all that you do for your clients and I hope to get back there again to see more. Take care Esther and tell Patrick we say Hello!
NL
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Overwelming experience !
I went with my family on a 12 day round trip through Uganda with Matoke tours and the whole journey was beyond expectations. What a beautiful country, excellent driver/guide (big Sam) and perfect itinerary from Matoke tours. All the highlights of Uganda and more were presented to us. Everything was arranged perfectly and big Sam did a wonderful job in sharing his knowledge and experience about this beautiful country and it's wildlife. With the Gorilla encounter as one of the amazing highlights ! Thanks to everybody at Matoke tours for this wonderful experience.