20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Lots of animals to see, but may take time to find.
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi is huge! There are lots of animals, but if you are driving yourself through (as we did), they may be hard to find (probably depends a bit on the season). We had a couple stretches of maybe 45 minutes where we didn't see anything. We spent about 5-6 hours there and probably only covered 60-70% of the park. The roads are fine, though there are lots of potholes on the tarred roads. The dirt roads we did drive were borderline too much for our small car, but manageable. We had a nice time, enjoyed seeing all the animals we did find and got some good pictures. There are plenty of facilities available throughout the park, so it made for an easy place to spend the day. Several picnic areas are available as well. I think that if we go back, we'd try to go at a different time of year, because all of the watering holes were dry and I suspect many animals were sticking close to certain areas with water that we didn't find.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Bwindi Impenetrable National Park by Rod Waddington
A big highlight to be amongst the Mountain Gorillas, hard walking at times (steep, slippery) but then to see the amazing Gorillas up close made all the uphill work worth every step.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was well organised with spectacular scenery, especially approaching Murchison Falls.
The boat ride to the falls skirts the river edge where an abundance of birds, crocs, hippos, lizards, buffalo and warthogs inhabit the shore. As we approached the Falls the experienced boat captain moved the craft into different positions for better photos. We opted to leave the boat here and trekked the last few kilometres to the top of the falls. This is a must if you are reasonably fit because it provides the best views of Murchison Falls. At the top of the falls we were met by our fantastic driver who then drove us back to our camp. An exhilarating day with out a doubt and highly recommended.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Beautiful landscape of stunning variety.
Arusha National Park has an incredible diversity of landscape for its small size, ranging from savannah, to soda lakes, forests with craters, and the slope of Mount Meru itself.
This was one of the best, most challenging, and breathtaking trips I have ever taken part in
The Namib Desert ride was the toughest yet most magnificent trip I have ever had the pleasure of taking part in. Namibia is truly stunning; its wildlife, the ever changing landscape. The trip was so well organised and the horses amazing, with stamina to burn. That feeling of galloping across a desert plane, with zebra and Oryx running alongside; not seeing another soul for eight days aside from my fellow riders and the Safari team. Coming back to the UK was hard. I can't wait to find a way to do this again! :o)
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic Week
I did a 5 day tour of Tanzanias famous paeloarcheological sites with game drive and cultural tours within the Northern Safari Circuit. I was shoked by the amount of information I was presented about the evolution of hominins in East Africa to the later migrations accounting for the local tribal entities of Tanzania. I was very pleased with my experience.
RU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
You get what you pay
You get what you pay. Great experience for a reasonable price.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
well done wecam safaris
Our mount kenya hiking expirience was one that no one will forget. On behalf of Thuram and Patrice we thank you for the good work. Next time we hope to reach the top most peak. God bless you guys
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Adventure in safety
Travel Hemispheres has a very fast efficient and polite back office (Florence). I needed information about the type of vehicle, about how to tip, and even how to pay using Pesapal - all swiftly answered. As a woman travelling alone my experienced guide (Vincent) made sure I was well looked after at all times, and he was patient and knowledgable in answer to my many questions on the long road to Bwindi from Kampala. Gift of Nature Lodge was comfortable, clean and simple, with delightful young staff. A long way off the beaten track, it was surrounded by mountains and stunning views at the end of a very remote village. Beautiful! The highlight was tracking gorillas and seeing them at play and rest in their natural setting, well protected and secure under the watchful protection of local wardens. Slithering down a steep mountain side was unexpected, but I survived (!). Take strong boots and a walking pole!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An adventure of a lifetime
The service, provided by Encounter Africa and specifically Tolbert, the guide was phenomenal. He knew what he was talking about and helped easily navigate all of the local areas we visited, Bwindi, Kabale and Jinga. Patient with endless questions great with special requests a trooper of a guide. Expert at showing what a beautiful country Uganda is. The places I stayed worked with Tolbert and were friendly and helpful. Home a day and I already want to visit again. Next time I want to introduce my grown children as well. I would absolutely book the trek through Encounter Africa. There is so much raw beauty in Uganda. The land, animals and people provide a mesmerizing adventure. Their country is a gem and Encounter Africa helps make sure the navigation is easy and that you truly get the most possible from your time there!