DK
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
To go with Cul Tours and Stephen you get an exceptionel experience and unique view of Uganda
You can choose many different Safari companies to take you round in Uganda to explore the wild life, and that will all give you good experience.
But going with Cul Tours - you get Stephen as guide and driver, and that makes a difference. He is unique: He drives safe and responsible, he is friendly and open minded, he sees the animals before anyone else - from the lions in the bush to the cameleon, crossing the road. He knows the Parcs, the animals and the secrets.
But what is even better he combines the safaries and gamedrive with the culture and rural life of Uganda. He knows people everywhere: He stops where you dont expect it and suddenly you are in middle of a local dance, he finds the source of the craft, where things are made, He finds the small markets, where turists seldom go etc.
He's culture trips you dont find by any other Safari providers.
Thank you Stephen and Cul Tours for an extraordinary trip
The danish team from Viktors Farmor Worldwide Tours October 2014
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great 3 day safari
Following our climb up Kilimanjaro with another Company, we decided to do a 3 day, 2 night safari with Kili vikings, visiting Tarangire national park, Lake Manyara national park and Ngorogoro crater reservation area. We met Charlie in Moshi the day before the safari to settle payment and sort details. Charlie was very nice and informative, and lead us through our options for the safari since the group we were meant to go with from Moshi had cancelled. In the end we joined a couple going from Arusha, and had to pay an additional $50 to get to the airport after the safari which had previously been included in the price. We also had to pay an extra 5% to pay by card, which hadn't been mentioned in our email correspondence. So we were slightly disappointed by these extra fees, but paid them, tried to forget about them and looked forward to the safari!
On safari we had a great time and saw a huge array of wildlife. We stayed in small huts in the evening near lake Manyara at a site called panorama camp, which had excellent views. We left our bags there during the days. The hot food provided in evenings and for breakfast was good. The packed lunches could have been slightly better, but in such great surroundings it was difficult to be unhappy. Our driver was very well informed and didn't struggle with any of our questions. His English was also very good. Our only criticism was that we often had to ask questions to get information from him, rather than him offering it voluntarily. The safari car was in decent shape with new seats and water was provided throughout the trip. Each day we did a full day safari, with our driver being very good at spotting animals, as well as listening to the radio to track down the more rare sights. Highlights included cheetahs, Lions (metres away from our vehicles), Elephants and Rhinos.
After the safari we were dropped at the airport in good time to catch our flight home. Overall we had a great time, and were very close to giving a 5 star score, but felt like the experience did have room for improvement, if only slightly.
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The most beautiful family trip we ever had...
After a first trip in 2010 for two adults with Kanuth Adventure Safaris, I wished to show my children (17,15,12) during two weeks the beauty of Tanzania. I knew that I wanted to do this with Kanuth. For us it was something very special, because I saved during two years the money for it. Kanuth offered us a very individual program for our family: Safari with game watching in the Arusha N.P., Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, where we stayed in wonderful lodges or tented bungalows. We made a very impressive visit to a Masai Village, had the chance to see my sponsored child (from a organization) and drove also up in the Usambara mountains where my children could take chameleon in their hands.
The second week we spend in Zanzibar and enjoyed the Indian Ocean, swimming, skite surfing, snorkeling etc. We stayed also in Stone Town and learned a lot during the spice tour, whit all the exotic spices and tasted many sweet fruits.
It is something very special, if you are looking forward to a special holiday with so much joy and that afterwards, nothing, but really nothing was less than in your dreams, but even more.
Still when I watch the photo album we made afterwards, all the wonderful feelings come back again.
It was really the most beautiful holidays we ever had, and we thank Kanuth that he made this possible for us. I really can recommend him!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Tour, great safari guide, awful hotel in Arusha
We booked a 3 day Safari with Northern Circuit in November 2014.
The Safari and all the Transfers were well organized. We had the best guide ever (Denis). He spotted all animals and knew a lot to tell about the National Parks, animal behavior and also Tanzanian culture. Also the Manager from Northern Circuit (Michael) is great.
Unfortunately they had booked for us an overpriced, but low quality hotel in Arusha. It is called cloudsview hotel (http://cloudsviewhotel.com/). It is located far from the center at a noisy street. Although everything was clean and the staff friendly, the service quality is bad, the breakfast not worth the $90 per night ad the WiFi does not work (because of internal network login issues). In the end they also wanted to charge items, which they said we had consumed, but which were actually part of the breakfast. Dreadful place!
We definitely recommend Northern Circuit, but ask for a different hotel!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Efficient pleaseant and reliable all equaed to a very enjoyable trip
All expectations were met and even exceeded. Replies to queries were immediate accurate and honest. E-trip have a good understanding of the area and how things operate and the CEO was on hand to meet us and make sure everything went according to plan.
SG
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent safaris experience with Raylenne
The safari tour was beyond our expectations. We had very good game viewings. Lodgings, food and guide were excellent.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
This holiday was the best experience we've ever had and we have certainly travelled a great deal.
Firstly John and Hilary talked with us extensively to learn our personalities,then designed a trip to make the perfect match, regardless of their own preferences.
They were constantly in touch during and after the planning, resulting in smooth trouble free travelling throughout our entire trip.
Our safaris at four diversified locations were as different as they were amazing.Each time we thought the next one can't be as exciting as this one. We were wrong! Thank you Destinations Africa.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Mana Magic
Mana Poolsis is one of the most interesting and wonderful reserves in Southern Africa. I have now been 3 times and each time has been magical in it own way. Mana Pools is not easy to get too, it is a 4 hour drive from Harare, if you have to take everything you need with you and unless you are staying in private camp the accommodation is basic, but adequate. However all these things add to the charm on Mana. It is also one of the few reserves you are able to walk around without a guide. This is an amazing experience, if you feel up to doing this and are careful. To me it is not only one of the best reservesit is my favourite place in the world!
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very old jeep
Jeep very slow, very old (20 years), that did not work well (the engine would not start). It 'a shame to have a ruined a trip so nice.
QA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kenya ,Tanzania safari
12 Days Kenya and Tanzania. Awesome planning.
We chose the 12 Day Kenya Tanzania Cradle of Mankind Safari and cannot commend this company highly enough. Steve, Haron, Shafi(Tanzania) and Amy (Nairobi) really went out of their way to make our honeymoon Safari memorable. The organization was flawless,
We really got top level service and real value for money.
Evans and Shafi were our articulate and knowledgeable safari guides for (Kenya and Tanzania). We stayed at the Oltukai Lodge in Amboseli .
Our room had INCREDIBLE view of the Kilimanjaro.
We traveled to the Ngorongoro and stayed at Serena Lodge,Kati kati Serengeti, Mbalageti Camp ,Serena Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru(Lion Hill again great food and welcome). The lodges and camps that we stayed at were great from the point of view,Location, game availability and food.
In Maasai Mara we stayed at Mara Serena which was a touch of luxury and well worth the extra. We then moved on to Entim Camp which again was luxury. This is a new camp and although based outside the park was a treat given the personal service we received (as only 2 of 4 people staying) and the enormous tent that we stayed in, completing new, safe and good to be in what was a genuine Masai community (owned and run by Kenyans). Africa Remote Safaris arranged every detail of the trip and did so for a price that was better than any other firm and the same price as reputable UK firms were offering for road trips in a far lesser standard of accommodation.
Steve was exceptional: well informed and welcoming throughout. This firm could not have been better in any way and can be thoroughly recommended. Finally we'd like to promote the fact that by booking and trusting local based firms such as this you are investing in a wonderful country that needs such trust and investment. You really can't lose as it gives you exposure to Local people, you are investing directly in the country and the level of service is undoubtedly better and cheaper than that offered by tour companies. If you're thinking of 'going safe' and booking with an international tour company please have a think and decide to trust our review and you won't regret it!