The Grassrootz Adventures Dream Team 2023
Grassrootz Adventures
- Located In:
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Netherlands
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- UTB, UCF & UCOTA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $75 to $500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Jaap | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Discovering eastern part of Uganda
In June 2013 my wife Yvette and I traveled with Grassrootz Adventures through Uganda. We had been in Uganda earlier on several occasions, also because I'm running a foundation called the Astrid Uganda Foundation. That's why I already visited the beautiful parts of Uganda most people start with, like Murchison Falls, QENP, the gorillas and the chimps, but never before I went to Kidepo en the Karamajong area. Grassrootz composed for us a tailormade trip to our project in Lira and from there to Kidepo, Kotido and Mbale and did they a marvelous job. Nice places to stay, a fabulous driver and game tracker and a very warm welcome to Anke Volders'place in Kotido.
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Email Marije | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful trip through northern Uganda
We hebben een hele mooie reis gemaakt door het noorden van Uganda, verzorgd door Grassrootz Adventures. Met George als fijne betrouwbare chauffeur en gids hebben we aardig wat kilometers gemaakt door het bijzondere landschap in het noorden. We hebben overnacht op mooie, eenvoudige plekken. Grassrootz wil graag locale communities steunen door te overnachtingen te organiseren bij deze lokale communities.
De banda's en kamers zijn eenvoudig, maar prima. De mensen zijn zo behulpzaam en zorgzaam voor ons geweest! Het eten wordt met liefde gekookt en we hebben het te doen met wat er lokaal voor handen is. En dat is prima. Heel soms hebben we ook mogen genieten van een (best wel heel veel) luxere setting, wat dan ook wel weer als een enorm kado werd ontvangen door ons!
De tocht (Kampala - Moroto - Kotido - Kidepo Valley NP - Murchison Falls NP - Fort Portal ) was prachtig en echt een aanrader!
We had a very beautiful trip through northern Uganda, provided by Grassrootz Adventures. With George as reliable driver and guide we have traveled quite some distance through the special landscape in the north. We stayed in nice, simple places. Grassrootz likes to support local communities by organizing nights in these local communities.
The bandas and rooms are basic but fine. The people were so helpful and caring for us! The food is cooked with love and we had to make do with what is locally available. And that's fine. Very occasionally we also enjoyed a (quite a lot) more luxurious setting, that was also received as a huge gift!
The tour (Kampala - Moroto - Kotido - Kidepo Valley National Park - Murchison Falls National Park - Fort Portal) was superb and highly recommended!
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Email JLP | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful Pearl of Africa 10 nt. tour
We (2 seniors and adult son) had a great time in Uganda. Booking our personalized itinerary with Sander via emails was easy. Both the deposit and final payment could be paid by credit card. Our mid-range lodges and food were all excellent. Our guide Bob was knowledgeable, helpful, a safe driver, and could even predict the weather!
The whole trip went like clockwork. We saw all the wildlife we imagined, and were able to walk among some of them, including rhinos and giraffes. The primate treks were strenuous, but not to be missed. All the people we met were warm and welcoming. Thanks to Grassrootz and Bob for an unforgettable time in beautiful Uganda.
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Email Bernd | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing tour to Bwindi Gorilla area
communications were great, perfect summary of all parts of tour including contacts in advance,
good flights, perfect view to Lake Victoria, all pick ups on time, friendly and experienced driver,
excellent Buhoma Gorilla camp, great service , fantastic room, great food,
perfect Gorilla tracking
value the money!
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Email Eric, Diane, Bastiaan and Wendela | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our 11-day Grassrootz trip through Uganda was amazing.
An experience that we will remember for a long time. Everything was very good organized and our driver / personal guide, Bob took very good care of us. Not only a very good driver, he also knew a lot of information about his country and all the animals and plants and flowers. He always arranged good guides in the parks we visit and we saw the Chimpanzees, Lions, Leopards, Gorillas, Hippos, Crocodiles, Elephants, Zebras, Giraffes, etc. We will definitely are going back to Uganda and we will plan our trip through Grassrootz.
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Email Kalin Kanev | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A Thrilling Safari Adventure in Uganda
Embarking on a safari in Uganda is a journey into the heart of untamed beauty, where the lush landscapes and diverse wildlife create an unforgettable experience. Our recent safari, guided by Bob, exceeded all expectations, blending the thrill of trekking with the awe-inspiring wonders of the Ugandan wilderness. From the mist-covered mountains of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to the vast plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park and the lush greenery of Kibale Forest, Uganda's diverse landscapes left an indelible mark on us.
The overall service provided by Grassrootz was excellent and on a very high level. The communication with Sander was very smooth and easy. All the accommodation was perfect, as described in the itinerary and even better. The company is reliable and flexible with clients preferences- duration, places to visit, budget and etc. A very good value for money. We strongly recommend using their services, while travelling in Uganda.
We еspecially want to thank to our guide Bob, who was very friendly and always taking care of us. He was important part of this amazing journey.
From the heart-stopping moments of encountering wildlife in its natural habitat to the serene landscapes that define Uganda, this journey will forever hold a special place in our hearts, a life-changing experience, leaving us with memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.
Email Sylvia v O | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Customer-focussed, well organised and providing good value for money
What started with a gorilla and chimp trekking holiday, was expanded to a fun-packed 18-day trip (thanks to Sander's personal involvement), which delivered all the way through. We were very impressed with our accommodation throughout, both in terms of quality and cleanliness, but also the locations. Visiting the primates was absolutely fantastic, of course, but we also enjoyed the game drives in particular in Murchison and Mburo NP, and the Carnivore-project led game drive to see the lions in QENP. Barnice was our driver guide, who safely navigated us around the country and helped to add relevant excursions as we went along. Grassrootz is definitely customer focussed, which was perfectly demonstrated by both Barnice and Sander who helped us overcome some difficulty we had after the holiday had ended. Thanks again. If you want to go to Uganda, make sure you go with Grassrootz!
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Email Stephanie and Koen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
100% recommend
Had a fantastic 15-day trip through Uganda, which was perfectly organized by Sander and with a very pleasant guide Bob. After some research we ended up at Sander's company Grassrootz and we were very enthusiastic from the very first moment. Because Sander lived in Uganda and works with local partners, he has all the expertise to put together a great trip and he is also very accessible by telephone. Together we have been able to put together a program that fulfilled all our wishes. Everything was arranged down to the last detail with beautiful lodges, good food, pleasant guide, you name it. It was also communicated everywhere that it was our honeymoon, so in several places we were surprised with a nice surprise. Our guide Bob was especially good at what you look for in a guide, reliable in traffic, friendly, many connections and continuously concerned with whether our interests were being prioritized. All in all, a beautiful country to visit with a variety of nature, animals and culture, and we can 100% recommend this company to anyone who would like to make an impressive trip through Uganda in a safe and comfortable way!
Email Lee Maddison | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent trip! would highly recommend Grassrootz! 3 Day Gorilla Trek Uganda
Absolutely amazing experience! we did 3 day gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. the booking process was really easy and straightforward I reached out to Sander via WhatsApp then paid and deposit then paid then outstanding balance a few weeks later via international bank transfer. once we arrived in Uganda - Entebbe we were picked up by Moses and driven to Bwindi which takes around 11 hrs the roads are really dusty so be prepared the route is scenic so you won't get bored! mosses stops as many times as you like for toilet and coffee breaks etc! once we got to Bwindi we got a free upgrade in the lodge we were staying in!!! BONUS!! perfect the place was amazing right on the edge of the forest with amazing views! Moses was such a lovely guy extremely attentive and knowledgeable we could not have wished for a nicer guide! sop THANK YOU MOSES you're amazing!!! now to the gorilla trek! it was amazing !!! everything we had wished for!!! one the trip was complete was staying another night then drove back the next day to Entebbe, if your thinking of booking an excursion with Grassrootz DO IT!!! you won't be disappointed Uganda is such a beautiful country!! we will deffo be back!!! THNAK YOU GRASSROOTZ!!!!
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Email Chantal | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Emmy was very adept at doing what ever it takes for us to have the best experience.
Our tour was packed full of adventure. There was always something amazing to see. The accommodations were clean and the service was exceptional. All the guides were so educated on the animals and locations, as well as eggar to answer any questions. Grassrootz Adventures tour package took care of all our needs, we only paid for gratuity. Sander Van Zanten arranged our entire package to suit our needs and Emmy our driver would stop at nothing to be sure we were well taken care of.
I have recommended Grassrootz Adventure to all my friends.