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Lifetime Experience Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- AUTO, UTB & UWA
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $40 to $500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Jim France | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing 10 day Uganda wildlife experience
This trip was flawlessly organised by Jesse Tom who designed an itinerary to maximise our viewing/photographic opportunities. All queries were quickly and effectively dealt with by rapid response e-mails. All accommodations were excellent and food both plentiful and enjoyable. We were desperate to see Gorillas and Chimpanzees ( like the majority of visitors to this beautiful country ) but as birders really wanted to see/photograoh Shoebill and African Finfoot. Not only did we succeed with these main targets but also thoroughly enjoyed experiences with lions, leopard,elephant,hiipo etc and had fantastic views of different kingfishers,bee-eaters,raptors and a host of others. The national parks we visited, Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth,Bwindi and Lake Mburo all lived up to and far exceeded all expectations. Special mention must be made of our driver/guide SULA. At no time did we feel in any danger despite the sometimes crazy traffic involving hundreds of "border-borders" ( motorbikes) and road conditions. Sula has extremely keen eyesight and was really helpful in finding many birds/mammals. However, probably Sula's greatest asset is the fact that he knows EVERYONE in Uganda and his contacts always ensured we had the most up-to-date information for any particular target. Also, he was great company who we now truly regard as a friend
Essentially,if you are planning a trip to Uganda I cannot recommend Lifetime Experiences too highly. Use them and ask for Sula if he is available, I guarantee that you will NOT be disappointed.
NZ
Email Muireann & Tom | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful safari in stunning Uganda
We would definitely recommend Lifetime Experience Safaris. Jesse Tom helped us put together an itinerary customised to what we wanted to see and do, and within our budget requirements. The standard of food and accommodation was fantastic (especially Isunga Lodge which was our favourite place to stay in all of Uganda). My husband and I felt very well looked after during our 6 day private safari - our guide Richard was knowledgeable and friendly and all around a lovely person. He is also a very talented photographer – if you are lucky enough to get Richard as your guide, make sure to ask to see his amazing wildlife photos!
LT
Email Rasa Muleviciene | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trully lifetime experience!!
I am experienced traveller. Uganda was my country no53 and I here has probably the best guide driver in my life. Gerard planned perfectly our time. He is very interesting person to talk, very polite and respectful person. I liked everything. Lodges were selected wisely, not to spent too much time on the road driving to national park in the morning. I felt very confident with Gerard driving even in terrible Ishasha road during all day rain.
Jesse Tom response time was perfect, same day.
I highly recommend this team to go to Uganda. Listen for them advices.
One of my best ever travels. Gorillas are the best fulfilled dream of mine.
DE
Email Valerie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Creating lifetime experiences at its best
I booked a 3 day safari to Murchison Falls including the visit to Rhino Sanctuary. The operator Jesse was very helpful and informed me about all I needed. My guide Karim was excellent. Experienced, informed, patient, gentle, attentive, he couldn't have been better. I must also say that I enjoyed a 100% personal service because I had the lucky coincidence to not have other co-travellers. Thanks to Karim, I never felt alone, but always taken care of. The car was good, the stops and places to eat great, the attractions (Rhino Sanctuary, Albert Nile, Murchison Falls, wildlife, manifold landscapes in the park) wonderful. My accomodation was better than I had expected (I booked a tent at Fort Murchison). Although it was a tent, there was electricity, beds, towels... and the service and food were really, really good. Not to mention the wonderful view on Albert Nile River. For me, it was absolutely worth the price for this lifetime experience!
US
Email Laurin Krause | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
9 Day Rhino, Wildlife, Gorilla and Primate Safari
Lifetime Experience Safaris was a trip of a lifetime! Upon arrival at Entebbe airport Baylon met us and we were on our way. There are not enough kind words to say about Baylon. He is a wonderful person and excellent driver/guide. He knew where to go to get the best pictures of Elephants, Lions, Leopards, Hippos, Giraffes, Crocodiles, and numerous other wildlife. We started our trip at the Rhino sanctuary- and on that trek we spotted 10 Rhinos! After that we went on Murchison Falls National Park. While in Murchison NP we went on 2 Safari drives, a Nile cruise, a hike to the top of Murchison Falls! All accommodations during the 9 days were fantastic. We picked the "moderate" level for accommodations. The meals were also very good.
After Murchison NP we headed to Kibale for our Chimp trek. This was truly amazing. We then went on to Queen Elizabeth National Park for more safari drives and tree climbing lions!
The highlight of our tour was seeing the Mountain Gorillas at Bwindi. Even though it was raining we were able to see two families of Gorillas on the side of the mountain. it was truly mystical. Memories for a lifetime!
After Bwindi we stopped at Lake Mburo National Park and there we saw Zebras and Impalas, along with other wildlife.
We made a deposit on our trip via credit card. A 3% credit card fee was added on. This is done in most places in Africa because they cannot afford to absorb that fee. We paid the balance of our safari in U.S. dollars once we arrived.
Prior to the trip all email communication was done with Jesse-Tom and he always answered every email promptly. We met Jesse-Tom in Kampala for a quick cup of coffee after our arrival in Entebbe. He is a kind gracious man.
Thank you Lifetime Safaris for the BEST trip of our lives! Before this trip Uganda was just a place on a map...and now Uganda is a place in my Heart!
If anyone has questions about Lifetime Experience Safaris or traveling to Uganda please do not hesitate to contact us. We felt very safe during the entire trip.
Matthew and Laurin Krause
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Email Jennifer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing!
Jesse Thomas was so helpful in arranging our vacation. I travelled with my friend and my 13 year old daughter.
We did a three day safari at Murchinson Falls. We stayed in a Banda at Red Chilli Rest Camp.
Our driver, Sula, was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour. We felt very safe with his driving. For the game drives we also had a guide, Sam.
We were 100% happy with all services and would definitly recommend Lifetime Experience Safaris. I will be using them again when ibrerurn next year.
Thank you so much Thomas and Sula!!
