EE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
the best you can get out there
Nico was our driver and he was absolutely great. Was willing to go the extra mile for us, no complaining, he had all the time very positive mindset and what’s most important - he had very good knowledge about all the animals and plants in the park! Couldn’t have wished for a better driver for those 5 days. Car was clean and very nice as well.
BE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The guide was perfect!
Perfect trip to Jinja and sipi falls with a lot of explanations about the history,,,
The guide Eric knows well his work.
Steve was good guide! I enjoyed his humour and stories however he could have been more present!
Sunny creek Safaris has been good! The accommodation and hospitality has been excellent however it is a shame that we did not have the same guide or group throughout! Thank you very much guys!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Enthusiastic
Organising the safari was made easy with good communication from the office, organising a time and place to be picked up.
We had Steve as our guide. He was a very good driver and made sure the logistics were taken care of.
He possibly could have talked more about the animals and plants that we saw, especially at the time of seeing them and not in one lump at the end of the safari.
Overall a great experience and we loved Masai Mara!
SI
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing, highly recommended.
Our 7-day Lemosho Route tour to Kilimanjaro was absolutely unforgettable! From the moment we started the trek, we were blown away by the incredible dedication and support of our team. The porters worked tirelessly to ensure our comfort, carrying our gear and setting up camp ahead of our arrival at every stop. They were truly the backbone of this adventure, and we couldn't have done it without them.
A huge shoutout goes to our amazing guides, August and Lazaro. Their professionalism, knowledge of the mountain, and encouragement were unmatched. They knew just how to pace us and keep our spirits high throughout the trek. Whether it was sharing interesting facts about the route, keeping us motivated during the challenging parts, or just their warm and friendly personalities, August and Lazaro made the journey so much more enjoyable.
The food was far beyond our expectations—delicious and perfectly suited for the demands of the trek. The diverse landscapes along the route were breathtaking, and reaching the summit was an emotional, life-changing moment. We’re so grateful to the team for making this journey unforgettable! Highly recommended!
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience
We had a one day tour planned, packed with many activities starting from Nairobi Park, Elephant Nursery, Giraffe Center and finishing with Carnivore. The driver, Koikai, was super nice, informative and flexible. Our kid liked him a lot!
US
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I was incredibly impressed with Go Volunteer Africa
Before leaving for Uganda, I was told by many friends and family that I was about to have the 'experience of a lifetime'. Truth be told, I thought this was an extremely cheesy expression and I didn't seem to share their enthusiasm because at that point I was beginning to question why I was about to put myself through this - at only 18 years old, I was VERY nervous to travel to another continent alone and speak in a different language.
My nerves were instantly put to rest upon arriving in Uganda. The Local Coordinators were there to pick me up and I was instantly greeted with the Ugandan atmosphere - welcoming and so much fun! I can say in all honesty that during this first trip with Go Volunteer Africa, I did not feel homesick for one moment of the two months that I spent. In fact, I was devastated to leave.
When I first met my host family I was keen to see where I would be staying and who with as I had no idea what to expect. I couldn't have imagined a better family and other volunteers to have stayed with during my trip. I found all the local people that I met to be so light hearted friendly and generous, and my host family were no different. I also had two other volunteers staying at the house with me, with whom I became and remain close friends!
I arrived at the house at dinner time, when I was introduced to both my house mates and the local food. Having never eaten a real “organic” meal in my life, it was difficult at first to get used to, but within a very short space of time I was an expert and loved the healthy dishes!!
My daily routine began soon after arrival which for me consisted of a morning at a local hospital and an afternoon spent at a children’s centre. This, I was able to combine two of the projects available and therefore share my time. I loved this as it was two completely different experiences and let me meet so many people.
At 18, I was hoping to go on to study medicine, so the time spent in the hospital was a valuable learning experience and something that was fantastic for my future CV. I was able to help in some tasks and saw many procedures carried out. The staff in the hospital were really friendly and so keen for me to try what I could. I also visited many different schools with the medical coordinator to tell the children about the importance of brushing their teeth etc. and to help if we could with any ailments they had.
This was a great experience as the coordinator was keen for me to learn and even provided me with details of some of the common diseases seen there. Overall, I think it's obvious that I was incredibly impressed with Go Volunteer Africa and I have since recommended them too many friends. I had a fantastic time in Uganda and in terms of my placements, my host family and the social aspect, they couldn't have been better.
ES
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All ok
The safari was amazing, especially because of Gee man, our guide, a great person, always attentive to our needs and very experienced, thanks to him we were able to see many animals.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience of a lifetime
That was Amazing! Many thanks to you Wild Planet Safari, Thale, our great Chef and our great guide Chris.
We had a great 4-day tour. Without our guide, we would never have seen all the big 5 and we were so lucky that we were even able to see the ugly 5 several times. We felt safe and in good hands at all times. However, we did notice that no direct attention was paid to our eating habits, which we had previously indicated. It would have been great if there had been more focus on this.
But overall, we highly recommend the tour! We will remember this tour forever.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Commenting nature and culture
Leisure Specialist provided an incredible safari that celebrated both nature and culture. The wildlife game drives were thrilling, and the cultural experiences, like visiting lake eyasi, gave us a deeper appreciation of their lifestyle. Many thanks to the team for creating such a well-rounded adventure!
