65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A great experience of the best of Uganda--Not cheap, but you don't want cheap in Uganda!
The owner put together a very comprehensive two-weeks-plus that hit all the highlights that are must-see and filled in the inevitable dead zones with some pretty good stuff. Our driver and the owner were reliable which is important. We had some miscommunications due to Ethiopian Airlines constantly changing our flights which left us stranded at the end of the trip with a blank day-and-a-half--but Likana came through with additional activities and updated transport. I really do NOT recommend Ethiopian--fly Qatar. Our driver David was very serious and organized and kept us on track with a little bit of humor and generally looked after us. The lodges were outstanding and we ended with a huge bang at Wildwaters Lodge in the middle of the Nile and rafting! Things to keep in mind--tipping demands are relentless. Every cool place you go you will be required to have someone other than your actual guide, usually many someones and all expect tips. Bring lots of cash and get lots of smaller denominations before you leave Kampala. Second, Kampala is a waste of time so don't bother with touring it. Third, Uganda is not generally hot. It can be actually pretty chilly especially at night (Lake Bunyonyi springs to mind) and heat is not a thing. Bring some sweaters. Ugandans are friendly and cheerful, but this is a VERY poor country.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable Safari and Generous Hospitality
My wife and I are very appreciative of Savannah Explorers for the great safari they organized for us. The accommodations were stunning and the service was flawless. In particular, we want to thank our guide,
Ibra! He was always in a good mood and a fund of knowledge about Tanzania, the wildlife, the history, and the geography of the places we visited. He was constantly looking after us, and his attentiveness made our safari experience that much better.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing Gorilla and Golden Monkey Trek
Peak Cruise Safaris was great to work with in planning our gorilla and golden monkey treks. Jennifer was very responsive from the beginning inquiries and throughout the booking and planning process. Our guide, Godfrey, was exceptional, and I highly recommend his services. We did the gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda and then returned to Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda for the Golden Monkey trek. The golden monkeys were nice to see, but after the gorilla trek they felt a little less impressive.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A smile and the intelligence spirit of Africa
We are italian and I have some difficulties to write in english but we had a exellent holiday in this beautifoul land. It's not the the first time in the center of Africa and I can get this vote just a little beat whith experience.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Queen Elizabeth National Park by William
The view was breathtaking, we saw most of the animals we wanted to see, and the people were very friendly.
AR
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
I strongly recommed them
The safari exceeded our expectations. Both Issa and our guide took care of us the whole time. We only had a few minor issues that Issa helped us to resolve.
I would suggest some better maintenance on the vehicle, and maybe more explanations about the places we visited.
If we returned to Tanzania, I would not hesitate to hice them again
SG
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A heartfelt thank you for making our trip truly unforgettable!
We just wanted to say a BIG Thank You for making our trip such a wonderful and memorable experience! ❤️ Every part of the journey was thoughtfully planned, and we truly appreciated the effort that went into making everything run so smoothly.
From the moment we arrived, everything..from the accommodation and transport arrangements to the activities and local recommendations, was seamless and well-organized.
Your warm hospitality, attention to detail, and personal touches made all the difference. It was clear that a lot of care went into ensuring we had the best possible experience, and it really showed.
Thank you once again for going above and beyond ❤️
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply they are amazing
Like I use Liyu Ethiopia my recent trip to Omo Valley the guide Oli and driver was very helpful and knowledgeable I had a great time professional service highly recommended!!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Adventure with Mandela of Safari Soles
Our tour with Safari Soles was an amazing adventure. Spending six full days on safari with our guide, Mandela, was a dream. We got more than our fill of animals migrating, stalking, hanging out, eating, etc. We didn’t just see the wildlife, many times we were there when something interesting was happening … a lion eating with anxious hyenas probing and circling for their turn was one of our favorites. Mandela would stop the jeep whenever he/we spotted our favorite animals, no matter how small (like mongoose) or how crazy-looking (like wildebeests). The list of animals and beautiful birds that we were among is too long to mention, but we saw everything we wanted to and learned about many creatures we hadn’t counted on seeing, but were living naturally right in front of us.
Mandela was our expert. He knew the right places to find the animals and birds we wanted to see, and so often we got to see them very close. We immediately felt his expertise with great background information to understand what we were seeing and interesting facts about the wildlife and the area. Not only did we feel at ease, but we felt like family. I think Mandela was enjoying the rhythms and spectacle of nature as much as we were, and we felt it. He navigated and drove superbly. Every morning when we started, the jeep would be immaculately clean and would be provided with drinks, cushions, and binoculars for us.
Safari Soles chose the most beautiful and homey lodgings, and we enjoyed them all. The buffet dinners and breakfasts were expansive at each place, and we loved tasting the different, wonderful African cuisines. We had several lunches at designated picnic areas in the park, and Mandela would pull out the tablecloth, silverware and plates for our delicious meals together.
The Serengeti itself along with Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park were truly breathtaking, and I thank Mandela and Safari Soles for offering us such an extraordinary adventure with an equally extraordinary guide!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
What a trip, beyond any expectations
Cuan was recommended by a colleague of mine. From the first point of contact, he was very responsive and attentive to our needs and budget. He absolutely nailed it by creating a purpose built itinerary for our family of 4 with 10 days in Namibia with a private guide/car and 4 days in a private game reserve in South Africa. The camps/lodges chosen by Cuan were in amazing locations with limited number of guests, meaning we avoided the crowds of tourists despite being in peak season!
In Namibia, every day had so many highlights from the Namib desert to Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha and Okonjima. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for an awesome adventure between desert, safari and cultural experience. Way beyond our expectations. Our guide/driver Gottfried “Chicco” Ekandjo was absolutely awesome and a perfect match for our family. After spending 10 days with Chicco, it was very sad to say goodbye at the airport.
We finished the trip by spending 3 nights at the Bateleur Safari Camp in the Timbivati. Again, an amazing camp. We went for 6 game drives and could not have finished the trip in a better way. So many lasting memories.
Thank you Cuan for collating the perfect trip for us - it was a 10/10 from everyone and nothing to fault. We would 100% recommend Cuan/African Ubuntu Safaris to anyone wanting to travel to Africa. We will definitely reach out again when we decide on our next African adventure!
