PT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
First time in Kenya and first safari
To give some context to my review, I'm the type of person that usually likes to travel without anything scheduled and figure out what to do in the place. Since this was our first time in Africa, our first Safari and we were going to Kenya in the elections period, we've decided to at least book the Safari online. Finding a company was not an easy task (there are way too many agencies) and Simon was probably the person that better replied to all my questions and did it a timely manner (he was replying much faster than I was replying to his emails, sorry pal!).
When we got to Kenya, everything went smooth but we've figure out that the online companies are nothing more than agencies that deal with freelance drivers and include us in a 4x4 with people from other companies. This is not a bad thing, but for someone that travels on the cheap, you are more than ok to go to Kenya, find one driver and negotiate with him directly. For those of you who prefer to do it the "safer way", I clearly recommend Wildrace Safaris .
Kenya is without a doubt an amazing country to travel around and see a different scenario from anywhere we've been in the world. We had the opportunity to see the big 5 between Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli. When in Amboseli, if you can see "Cloudymanjaro", please celebrate for me.
Our trip was lovely and Simon made sure we were always ok during the entire trip. We ad a few roadbumps along the Safari, but "This Is Africa". The important part is that we really enjoyed the country, the safari and everything we crossed paths with.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was excellent hospitality
I had an excellent touring experience in my life ,Zanzibar was so amazing ....i can't this decemeber again with Optimum
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Adventure of local tourism
It was amazing to travel with Bugoma forest tours and travel on their Jinja Road trip adventure under#NzeUganda theme.
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Pamela was great offered us one of the best deals and the best tour guide/driver.
It was one of the best experience I've had. The coordinator Pamela was great and helpful. Our driver was excellent. However Kimana tented camp and Mara sidai camp didn't stand upto expectation. It was dirty food was like doing a favour . They literally served us boiled basic macaroni rice and vegetable, no curry or sauce. I highly recommend to stay in lodges and not tented camps. Apart from the stay at kimana and Mara sidai camp everything else was excellent.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great guide, unorganized office
We had no problem booking and paying for the safari (4 days). There was a lot of lack of communication with when the guide was getting us but once we came (which was earlier then we were told) he was amazing! His name is Dixon, he was knowledgeable, fun, always on time and knew the ins and out of where to be!
The issue arised when we were waiting at a park gate and we were told they sent Dixon the wrong invoice number and it could be a couple hour wait until they sent him the right one (this apparently happens a lot with different companies). We payed with our own Visa and were told they would reimburse us when we got back into Arusha. Once back in Arusha it was a horrible experience trying to get our money back as they were out office. Needless to say, we got our money back but definitely had issues with communication with the office. Our guide MADE our safari!
AE
Beautiful white beaches and clear blue sky with fluffy white clouds.
We have just returned from the trip of a lifetime! Thanks to this travel company and our agent, our custom-designed 13 day tour of Uganda was perfect. We easily followed the instructions in our travel packet, our tickets and vouchers were organized and accepted everywhere, every guide and driver was on time and extremely knowledgeable, and the recommended hotels and restaurants met our very high expectations. It’s worth noting, also, that just mentioning our travel company, or simply the name of our agent, seemed to make our providers stand up straighter and work a little harderWe thank this company and out agent for everything. We will not hesitate to recommend this travel company to anyone who wishes to travel to Uganda
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
a very rewarding safari
the communication before the trip was very good, pending to answer the mails. We had a very good time, Benjamin was very kind and always outstanding
it was adventurous, fun and absolutely loved the the team for their proffessionalism.
I had mails between Brian and me, he answered each one of my detailed questions and was always available at all times,he is extremely responsive, reliable and patient.Uganda is absolutely undeniably beautiful and gorgeous,must confess it beat my expectations!we spent 5 days with our driver Denis he is a gentleman and fun to be on the road with ,my friend and i felt safe,he was more than a driver but a friend.
QA
Safari tour with Jossec tour n safaris
I booked safari on august with Jossec tour n safari and was great experience at a better price,Jossec tours is a great company n I had excellent experience for the 4dys Maasai Mara safari package,I met very interesting people n overall my needs were taken care of during the trip,accpmodation was awesome n I would recommend Jossec tours anytime truly believe you will have great experience for a great price and their services,thanks Jossec tours I really appreciate how u served me hoping I'll book another safari soon.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Tarangire National Park by Francois de Bruin
Nice start to a tremendous holiday