CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience with Kenya Safari Bookings Stephen and Sammy, would do the same again
The experience was great. At the beginning, when booking online directly in a foreign country, I am always a bit sceptical. However, it turned out to be great. Upon the arrival to Nairobi, I fixed the trip via e-mail with Stephen from the office. We determined the route, the lodges/hotels we would stay in and the price. Everything was excactly as agreed with Stephen. We received the lodges/hotels booked, paid the price agreed (10% deposit, 90 % cash) and the trip was according to plan. We travelled both Kenya and Tanzania, the transfer between Kenya and Tanzania (change of drivers) worked smoothly. (Visa for Tanzania you can get easily at the border, USD 50 p/person, no problem). During the whole trip, we felt comfortable at any time, since the drivers Sammy (Kenyan side) and Fasili (Tanzanian side) have a lot of experience and are great tour guides. Ask for the driver Sammy for Kenyan Side, he is very committed and tries to show you as many animals as possible, it is really fun. There was just one negative thing about the trip, do not change money at the Tanzanian border, they might rip you off, as you may not know the exchange rate. Change at a lodge or get cash in a city. However, the whole trip was fantastic since we saw so many animals (incl. big 5) from very close. Thank you so much guys, we will come back!
Es war eine eindrucksvolle und wunderschöne Erfahrung. Wenn ich etwas online buche und die Gegenpartei nicht wirklich kenne, bin ich immer etwas skeptisch. Es hat jedoch alles wunderbar geklappt und die Reise war unvergesslich. Vor der Anreise nach Nairobi hatte ich die Reise mit Stephen vom Büro genau geplant. Wir vereinbarten die genaue Route, die Lodges/Hotels und auch den fixen Preis für das ganze. Es lief alles genau so ab, wie vorgängig besprochen. Wir erhielten genau die Lodges/Hotels, welche wir per E-mail verinbart hatten, bezahlten genau den Preis gemäss Vereinbarung (10 % vorgängig per Banküberweisung und 90 % bar bei Ankunft) und die Route stimmte genau. Wir fuhren von Nairobi - Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara - Serengeti - Ngorongoro über die Tanzanianische Grenze und alles hat super geklappt. Der Tanzanianische Fahrer erwartete uns bereits an der Grenze und das Visum kann man gleich da an der Grenze lösen (USD 50 p/person). Wir haben uns dank den erfahrenen Fahrern/Tour-guides Sammy (Kenyanische Seite) und Fasili (Tanzanianische Seite) während der ganzen Reise immer sehr gut aufgehoben und sicher gefühlt. Für Kenya unbedingt nach dem Fahrer Sammy fragen, er ist äusserst engagiert und will seinen Kunden immer so viele Tiere wie möglich zeigen, ein toller Typ. Eine negative Sache solllte noch erwähnt werden. Nie Geld an der Grenze (Kenya/Tanzania) wechseln. Sie werden Euch abzocken, wenn Ihr den Kurs nicht kennt. Wechselt bei der nächsten Lodge oder bezieht in einer grösseren Stadt Geld am Automaten. Nichtsdestotrotz, die Reise war eindrücklich und wir haben sehr viele interessante Tiere gesehen (inkl. big 5). Besten Dank an die Leute von Kenya Safari Bookings, Stephen and Sammy! Es war grossartig und unvergesslich! Wir kommen wieder und bestimm mit Euch!
DE
Best safari ever
Easy Travel organized our individual safari via Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro crater, zentral Serengeti, northern Serengeti (Mara-River) and Lake Eyasi (Hadzabe). Our tour agent was Amina. She organized everything very well.
Our tour guide was Herman. He made a fantastic job. He drives very carefully and knows everything about the nature. He is very friendly and reliable and the time with him. When we'll come back to Tanzania we´ll choose him as our guide again.
All accommodations were very good. We enjoyed especially Savannah North Camp.
The safari was an extraordinary experience for us.
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
"A skilled tour company worth recommending. They will walk you into befriending Africa's jungle/cul"
Hope Claire
“A skilled tour company worth to recommend - indeed they will walk you into befriending Africa’s jungle and culture”
June 27, 2016
I send an E-mail to Charis Uganda Safaris, desiring to undertake a 9 day Uganda / Rwanda tour for our family of 10; big thanks to Gloria who responded to us immediately, furnished us with all the necessary information she paid attention to our needs and responded to our mails on time.
We had a knowledgeable, friendly and experienced driver – Pacific; despite the long drives and bad patches of road, he remained well poised, ensured that our vehicle was in a good mechanical condition and clean. Pacific leased with game rangers who pointed us to the gentle giants – the mountain Gorilla feeding their babies in Bwindi, such a beautiful site – the challenge trek was worth it.; the tree climbing lions alongside their little ones in the Queen Elizabeth - Ishasha sector and the site of a leopard giving birth were all thrilling. We were privileged to see most wildlife including the Chimpanzee; I am still too excited that talking about Rwanda would take the whole day.
Charis chose excellent accommodations for our team; we nearly asked for an extension for the trip, however needed to return to duty and school.
The trip was fabulous, the hotels as described and my itinerary was executed exactly as planned. We had an amazing, “once in a lifetime memorable safari”.
I can only acclaim “Charis Uganda Safaris Ltd” on their professionalism and friendliness and would without hesitation recommend them to others wanting to experience this unique region.
Thank you dear Gloria & Team
NL
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Very knowledgeable and to the point information. And quick response on every e-mail.
The Volcano tour was awesome and well organized we had a good cook and all the other guys porters rangers etc where very helpfull and kind.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience from start to finish
We took the plunge to book a 3 day masai mara and 2 day amboseli safari through africa flash mc tours. We were drawn to this company based on peters original commications with us, providing help to any questions and giving us a personaised intinery to suit us. The prices for his safaris are very fair and affordable vs others we looks at. Upon arrival peter greated us at our hotel to welcome us to nairobi and advise the full trip details and plans.
The masai mara trip consisted of joining up with 4 other people, all of which were great and added to the experience. We arrived late afternoon after beating the awful bumpy road which older travellers need to be aware can be tough on your body. This road has nothing to do with peter or any tour company but the governments unwillingness to fix and push people to fly to the mara instead (The govenment makes more money from people flying rather than driving) We had our first game drive that evening and then had a full game day drive the following day seeing every animal expect Rhinos. Martin was our tour guide for the maasi mara, he was fantastic, very knowledgeable, a great driver and very funny. we were lucky to see so many animals thanks to him, which even included a leopard out in the open plains with no other cars around. a fantastic spot by a fanstastic guide There was a option to have a further early morning drive on the last day but it was the group decision to have a lay in before departing back to nairobi.
We then linked back up with peter to move onto our own private safari down to amboseli national park. Our driver was Leonard who is such a character and has impressive knowledge of all animals. Africa Flash and Peter came into there own on this part of the trip as he helped organise Alex popping the question on top of observation hill. Peter had arranaged for the Kibo lodge where we stayed to be aware of our engagement and their customer service is another level and one of the best places we have ever stayed.
From start to finish Peter has been a excellent communicater and his passion for his independent tour company is fantastic! thankyou peter and our drivers for a fantastic experience. We will recommend Africa Flash mc tours to everybody we know!
Thanks Alex and Becky
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
I made a last minute reservation yet I was able to get the best deal with such great hospitality!
Went beyond my expectations! Great customer service and deals! Our tour guide was very time conscious and hospitable.
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful safaris and wonderful services
Only one word "Great" ... It's sometime hard to choose a company went you live in another country, to book a safari. With many email, Lucy and Michael, give us all the info about safaris, We receive a pretty good services ... and we add a Hot air balloon to our package ... it's was wonderful, a dream come true ... Thank to our guide and driver Simon ... Because the TO is part of KATO, it's secure us to book with them ... thank again
Marie-Diane and Helene
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best possible service you can rely on!
We had a great experience with Boundless Africa Journeys both prior our arrival in Kenya and during our stay. It was a great experience right from the first emails customizing our itinerary.
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Private Photography Safari
We booked the Photographic Safari with Private Kruger Safaris and we had a wonderful time. I had a chance to learn a lot about photography from Bernhard, who has a lot of expertise in this area. Bernhard gave me many tips and I left Kruger Park as a much more accomplished photographer. Bernhard and his brother Hennie are experts in the park wildlife and have the ability to spot and name animals that most people might not even notice We had an education in different species of birds that was quite fascinating. They have this ability to find the animals and birds and once found, they have the perfect vehicle and specialized (GimPro) photography equipment for taking great shots. What is more, Hennie is marvelous at maneuvering the vehicle into the best position for taking great photographs. We were picked up at around 5.30 am every morning and then it was non-stop action until about 6pm. We saw about 60 lions, numerous leopards, 7 cheetahs, rhinos, hyenas, African Wild Dogs, hippos, elephants, giraffes, crocodiles, buffalo, wildebeest, rare birds and much more. Some of our encounters with the lions and leopards were at close quarters, which was exhilarating. On the first day, my lens malfunctioned but Bernhard lent me a lens at no charge and arranged for a new lens to be hired – with some effort, he had it by the next day. Whenever we moved camps, they took care of our luggage and checking in/out and even put our drinks in the fridge. Importantly for us, Bernhard and Hennie truly respect that Park and its animals and lead by example in terms of following Park Rules and ensuring the safety of clients. All in all, we had 6 fantastic days that we will never forget. These guys are worth every penny.
SG
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpfull and friendly
Since we decided very late to go for Safari, many properties were already fully booked, but the staff of Afritirip tried to find the perfect place for us, which means they called all lodges in the region where we wanted to go and found a perfect place for us. The Ezulwini River Lodge is a wonderful and amazing place and we highly can reccommend it.
Thanks for making our trip a unforgettable experience.