AR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful Experience
First gold medal for Molocco, our safari driver, I congratulate the company for such a friendly and excellent tour guide.He took us to every corner of the park, also a special mention for the lunch chefs, the lunch was exquisite.Many thanks for everything Miguel from Argentina
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent and Professional Gorilla Trekking Experience
We had an excellent experience with Umurage Eco Safaris for our gorilla trekking tour in Rwanda. Communication before the trip was clear and helpful, and the team made sure we had all the information we needed in advance.
On the day of the tour, they picked us up on time and everything was handled professionally from start to finish. The service was reliable, friendly, and well organized, which made the whole day feel smooth and stress-free. Our driver was professional and made the journey comfortable.
The gorilla trekking experience itself was truly unforgettable. Seeing the gorillas in their natural environment was a special moment, and the tour was worth every bit of the cost. I felt the service, organization, and overall experience offered great value for money.
I highly recommend Umurage Eco Safaris to anyone planning a gorilla trekking trip in Rwanda.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My journey unveiled the breathtaking beauty that Uganda so effortlessly offers
My friends and I just came back from a wonderful 5-day primates-focused safari, with a bit of wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
We were a bit budget-conscious, so we chose to travel in April (low season), which worked out really well for us. Communication with the team was smooth throughout, and they helped tweak our original plan in a way that actually made it better than we had first imagined.
Initially, most operators had suggested chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park, but Jovan recommended the Kyambura Gorge sector in Queen Elizabeth National Park as a more budget-friendly option. We were a bit unsure at first, wondering if we’d still have a good chance of seeing chimpanzees, but it turned out to be a great decision. Plus, since one of us hadn’t experienced a wildlife safari before, including Queen Elizabeth made the trip even more special.
The highlight, of course, was the gorilla trekking, being just meters away from a silverback was something we’ll never forget.
Our stay at the lodges, especially Tabingi Safari Lodge and Rushaga Gorilla Lodge, was very comfortable. The food was great, and the staff were warm and attentive throughout.
Our guide, Brian, was professional, kind, and very knowledgeable, especially when it came to animal behavior, which added a lot to the experience.
I would highly recommend Renai Safaris to anyone planning a primates safari in Uganda.
RU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very good organized tour
The tour is well organized. Safari jeep was comfortable, the driver & guide Twist is very professional and knowledgeable person (thanks to him we managed to observe the lions!). Small coffee break before game drive start was surprisingly good. Finally during the game drive we manage to see 4 animals from big 5. The lunch was good and well arranged (although a lot of people simultaneously had). Reg Boat drive - I expected small boat but realistically this was big one, therefore was not so maneuverable (not possible to closely see the animals). Also boat tour lasted just 2h (I though this should be longer).
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Robyn Seager was our agent and met every expectation for the camps she chose for us.
The wildlife that we saw in Botswana were so close, our photos, on iPhones, look like they were taken with long lens cameras.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
We did a 4 day safari and everything went amazingly! The whole experience was well organised including an amazing chef cooking our meals each day providing a truly authentic taste of Tanzania! The tour guide was very well informed giving in depth details about each of the animals and had such a fun easygoing personality. I would highly recommend booking with Kilipath Safaris if you want the adventure of a lifetime!
2 night trek to the Gorillas
We had a wonderful experience with Beyond Travel. Our guide, Brighton, made the entire trip comfortable, enjoyable, and safe! He truly went above and beyond for us. Before our gorilla trek, I didn’t realize I needed long socks to cover the bottoms of my pants, and Brighton kindly lent me a pair. He also came prepared with masks for us when we learned masks were required around the gorillas. Those thoughtful details made a huge difference and showed how much he cared about making sure we were prepared and comfortable.
The lodges we stayed in were terrific. We weren’t quite sure what to expect from the “mid-range” accommodations, but they exceeded our expectations in every way. One of our favorite places was Acacia Cottage overlooking Lake Bunyonyi. The view of the 29 islands from up there was absolutely phenomenal and unforgettable.
The gorilla trekking experience itself was fantastic and truly once-in-a-lifetime. We also appreciated having the opportunity to meet the owner, who was genuinely eager to learn how he could improve the business and continue exceeding expectations. It was clear that the entire team truly cared and did everything they could to make our experience wonderful.
One thing future travelers should be aware of — and this is absolutely not the fault of Beyond Travel — is that the border crossing between Uganda and Rwanda can be somewhat slow, unclear, and chaotic. Unfortunately, we lost quite a bit of valuable time during the process on what was already a shorter two-night trekking experience. Hopefully others will have a smoother experience than we did. Looking back, I also wish I had purchased a multiple-entry Uganda visa, but that was my oversight, not theirs.
Overall, we were pleased with our trip and would recommend Beyond Travel to anyone considering an African adventure.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great driver
A great and safe driver. He was sincerely concerned about how we were doing during the trip.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was good
Theodor was an amazing driver. He drove us from Krueger park to Johannesburg.
Friendly & so knowledgeable!
Willie was amazing! So friendly & kind! Hope to see him again.