65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY
I booked this safari back in February this year for myself and my wife. The reviews seemed good and they offered me a good itinerary. I contacted the company and they responded immediately. I paid the deposit and started saving from my pension. I later had a request to pay an instalment earlier than stated but it seemed reasonable. I became suspicious when they requested the remainder of the money earlier than stated but by then we had bought the air ticket so I paid up. What a mistake. Two days before we were due to fly I received an email telling me that the safari was cancelled due to "operational dificultious" and that a full refund would be issued within a week. It wasn't, I emailed them again with the same responce. Now when I email or phone I have no reply. I have tried to get my money back from the travel insurance but with no luck so far.
My bank claims that this is a scam but looking at the reviews it does seem as if the company started having problems in late August. I have informed the Competition Authority of Kenya and the Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Kenya. I would recommend that anyone considering booking a safari with them look elsewhere. I doubt that I will get any of my money back.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable tour operator offering unforgettable safaris and exceptional customer service.
I had a great experience with Interfrik Tours and Travel. They were professional, friendly, and well organized throughout the trip. The service was excellent, and they made the whole experience enjoyable and stress-free. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable tour operator.
CH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Had at all times great communication and created an unforgettable experience for us,100% recommended
Our 17-day journey through Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Uganda was truly the trip of a lifetime, and we are incredibly grateful to Wild Uganda for making it so unforgettable.
From the very beginning, everything was perfect. Communication was excellent, the organization was flawless, the hotel selection was wonderful, and every guide we had was passionate, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to making our experience special.
A huge thank you to Ernest for the incredible organization, and to Yasir, Qamara, and Kasim for making this journey even more extraordinary. We could not have asked for better people to guide us through these amazing countries.
We were lucky enough to experience so much during our 17 days. In Kenya and Tanzania, we saw an incredible amount of wildlife, including the Big Five multiple times, and every safari felt completely magical.
In Rwanda, we explored the beautiful, incredibly green and clean city, visited the Genocide Memorial, which was a very emotional and meaningful experience that we would 100% recommend, and had the unforgettable opportunity to see the golden monkeys.
Then came Uganda, which completely stole our hearts. Seeing the gorillas in their natural habitat felt absolutely unreal — one of those experiences that is almost impossible to put into words. We also visited beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, where we enjoyed a wonderful boat tour… and, incredibly, it is also where we got engaged! It will forever hold a very special place in our hearts.
We also had the opportunity to see chimpanzees and learn about coffee and vanilla plantations, which gave us such a wonderful insight into the local culture and way of life.
Looking back, we feel incredibly lucky and grateful for every single moment of this journey. The landscapes, wildlife, people, cultures, experiences, and memories will stay with us forever.
It is going to be very hard to beat such an amazing trip. Everything was truly perfect.
We would recommend Wild Uganda 100% to anyone dreaming of experiencing East Africa. If you are considering booking a trip with them, do it — you will not regret it!
Thank you, Wild Uganda, for giving us memories that we will cherish for the rest of our lives.
We will absolutely be back, and when we do, we will choose Wild Uganda again without hesitation.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, reliable and extremely well-organized, with excellent guides
I am currently experiencing a truly unforgettable journey, travelling through Kenya and Tanzania, surrounded by spectacular landscapes and some of the most authentic and breathtaking nature in Africa.
From the very beginning, what impressed me most was the excellent organization. Everything has been handled with great care, from transportation and park entrances to schedules and accommodations. Despite the complexity of such an extensive itinerary, every day has been organized perfectly, allowing us to fully enjoy each experience without ever having to worry about the logistics.
A special mention must go to our guide, who has been truly exceptional. Knowledgeable, helpful, attentive, and always ready to explain what we were seeing, he has made every safari even more fascinating. His knowledge of the area and wildlife has allowed us to understand and appreciate much more of what was happening around us. Most importantly, he has always been attentive to our needs and has played a major role in making this trip such a success.
And then there is the incredible beauty of the places we have visited: from the Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru, and from Amboseli to the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. The animals, landscapes, colors, vast open spaces, and the feeling of being truly immersed in the wild make this experience almost impossible to put into words.
We have now reached the border with Tanzania, so the journey is still ongoing and we are looking forward to the next incredible destinations, including Tarangire, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. But already at this point, I can say that this is an experience I would recommend without hesitation to anyone who wants to discover Africa in an authentic, well-organized way, without having to worry about the logistics.
A special thank you to our guide and to the entire organization for making all of this possible. A journey is not only about the places you visit, but also about how you experience them — and so far, this journey has been simply fantastic.
CN
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Marvelous trip with amazing tour guide
Jocky tours and Safaris is a wonderful, family-owned company that created a trip of a lifetime. Guided by the expertise and warmth of moureen and Francis , the experience felt personal, authentic, and exceeded all expectations.
The perfect itinerary designed with care:
From the moment we began planning, the family-owned nature of Jocky tours and Safaris shone through. Moureen clearly takes great pride in her work. Communication was prompt, detailed, and we felt that our specific wishes for two friends journey were truly heard. The care put into crafting our custom itinerary—with a focus on wildlife viewing, beautiful camps, and cultural experiences—was outstanding.
Francis : Incredible guide
The true magic of the trip came from our exceptional guide, Francis. His passion for Kenya and its wildlife was infectious, and their local knowledge was impressive.
*francis expertise: Francis possesses an incredible gift for spotting wildlife and a deep understanding of animal behavior. His personal touch: His warm demeanor and humor made every long game drive a joy and helped us feel completely immersed in the adventure! He was patient, kind, and made sure our trip was comfortable and having fun every step of the way.
Unforgettable moments and impeccable service
Throughout our journey, the attention to detail from the entire team was exceptional.
* Expert animal sightings: Thanks to francis sharp eyes and experience, we had phenomenal animal sightings, including the Big Five.
* A seamless experience: Every aspect of the trip, from accommodations to meals and logistics, was handled flawlessly. We never had to worry about a thing, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy each other's company in the beautiful kenyan wilderness.
* Going above and beyond: It's the small, thoughtful gestures that set jocky tours and Safaris apart. The guide always made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed.
For a girls trip that prioritizes connection, authenticity, and impeccable service, we can't recommend Jocky tours and Safaris highly enough. Moureen (office) and Francis ( guide) didn't just give us a tour—they gave us a collection of unforgettable memories that we will cherish forever.. thanks so much Jocky tours and safaris for the safari and for giving us Francis as the guide .
MY
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Commendable effort for a memorable cultural, primate and birdwatching safari experience!
We had an all encompassing 16 days of cultural, primate and birdwatching safari across Rwanda, Burundi and Uganda. Our plan of the safari started off by searching and contacting a few of the tour agents that had good reviews from Safari Booking website. Some deciding factors on tour agent selection were budget, promptness in response and flexibility in itinerary modification to suit our travel plan. Mooi Adventures was ever willing to assist in making my trip come true. We thank them for the commendable effort they have provided us!
The safari highlights on tracking golden monkeys, chimpanzees and gorillas family were well coordinated into the tour with the specialised local park tour guides. We had successful close encounters with these primates. We also saw many other wild animals in the national parks of Uganda with our experienced driver cum guide. Our birdwatching experience was equally amazing with many aquatic bird species including the elusive shoebill storks in Mabamba swamp at Entebbe. The overall tour service provided in sighting as many animals as possible had met our expectation.
Lastly we would definitely recommend Mooi Adventures to anyone who is interested in a memorable primate safari experience in Rwanda and Uganda.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Well organized - provided an awesome and unforgettable journey
Communication with the tour operator was excellent - from the first communication to the information provided for the tour. The whole tour was planned very well and each day was a highlight - we‘ve never been on such a safe and amazing trip.
Rashid, our guide and driver was outstanding, he managed everything very well and we would highly recommend him for a tour.
We would love to do another trip in Uganda soon and we would always choose Wild Uganda again.
MK
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent
Thank you Savannah Sound Safaris, we had a very nice and unforgettable time! You have fulfilled all our expectations! You are the best! ❤️
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fabulous from start to finish
This was our 2nd visit to Kruger South Africa. We had a fantastic service yet again with Elephant Herd Tours... We had a private safari and mostly we had Trevor as our experienced guide... We do wildlife photography so for us it was important to stop to take photos.. Trevor was absolutely brilliant ay positioning our Safari truck so that we could get some good images... also he was happy to stop at any time for us to take images of birds etc as well as the Big Five ... nothing was too much trouble we even used Elephant Herd to pick us up and return us to the airport ... We are keen to return for a 3rd visit and we will use Elephant Herd Tours again.... They are reasonably priced and very reliable... all in all absolutely fantastic :)
CN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable First Safari Experience with Erick!
We couldn't have asked for a better guide than Erick for our very first safari adventure in Tanzania!
Erick is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about wildlife, nature, and Tanzania. Throughout the trip, he shared so many fascinating insights about the animals, their behaviors, the local geography, and the relationship between people and nature. We learned so much from him, which made the entire experience even more meaningful and memorable.
He's also an excellent driver! Despite the challenging road conditions, we always felt completely safe and comfortable in his hands. Beyond his expertise, what really stood out was how thoughtful and attentive he was, always going the extra mile to make sure everyone had the best possible experience.
We feel incredibly lucky to have had Erick as our guide. He truly made our first safari journey unforgettable. Highly recommend him to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania!
