50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Unbelievable Uganda - Just book it!
I’ve been on many safaris in Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa etc however Uganda was by far my favourite. With the exception of rhino’s it has all the other big five with the added bonus of wild mountain gorillas and also chimps. I am a female solo traveller and I found Uganda to be very safe and welcoming. It’s also much better value than other countries. I found Uganda to be very quiet compared to other countries and never saw more than 6 safari jeeps together in a national park. I was very impressed with how ethical everything was, with the animals put first i.e. to see the gorillas you must wear a face mask and you’re limited to an hour with them. I cannot recommend Uganda enough, simply stunning.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kenya is beautiful in culture, wildlife, and landscape.
My visit to Kenya was nothing short of spectacular! Every item on my hope-to- experience wish list was fulfilled. Although we did not see the Great Migration river crossing, we certainly witnessed hundreds of wildebeest and zebras heading that direction. (Be aware that the crossing experience is luck of the draw!)
Our August weather was great and varied dependent upon where we were - chilly in higher elevations, hot in lower and both rainy and dry. Glad that we heeded the advice to dress in layers.
Our guide/drivers were not only congenial and knowledgeable, they also made certain that we saw all of the animals, sometimes driving FAST over bumpy terrain when a call came in about a sighting.
All of the Kenyan people we experienced in the Nairobi hotel and the camps/lodges were very helpful, kind, and hard-working. It was truly a delight to make new “friends.”
We thoroughly enjoyed our Maasai village visit. It is true that you give money to visit and are expected to purchase crafts from the women, but we didn’t mind doing this in exchange for a front row experience. Plus, the funds help these people school their children. As former teachers, that was important to us.
We did not visit any other countries but there was plenty to do in Kenya alone. From exploring Nairobi to petting the last two remaining white rhinos at Ol Pejeta and enjoying fabulous views of Kilimanjaro with numerous stops in between, the 15 day safari went much too quickly! Our tour company, Tapestry of Africa, was outstanding in every category. This truly was an adventure of a lifetime!
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing wildlife, challenging driving, friendly and helpful people, awesome in total.
The wildlife viewing and scenery are superb. The people are very friendly and helpful. Our accommodations, camp sites were good with the ablutions exceeding our expectations. The lodges we stayed in were excellent, and we wished we could spend more time there. All in all an excellent trip and am ready to repeat it!
PT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wild and beautiful
Loved the safari, lots of animals. Well organized. Fantastic people.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wonderful bucket list fulfillment !!
Chris was our guide.his knowledge was amazing. He allowed us to be able to see so many many animals. His smile was contagious and every day was such an adventure. Thank you Chris
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
Everything was perfect on more time. I had the best time at camp Okavango, it’s my second time and Pascal one more time made everything perfect. I been to Africa 3 times now and is always a dream.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional efficient company with excellent communication and followed through from start to end
From start to finish the process was made so easy with the help of Andrew who was excellent with communications and everything I wanted for the Safari in the flow of it and details he remembered he was always available.
Douglas was our guide. He was superb and made this experience of a lifetime a reality with all the knowledge seeing all the animals, kindness and humour and professionalism.
For the whole trip all the hotels were lovely. The food was absolutely delicious and fresh each day. The staff was very attentive and everything was truly amazing.
I just could not believe that nine days just flew by
It was a most wonderful experience .
I would not hesitate to book with them again and they are lucky to have both Andrew and Douglas on board.
TT
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mr William is an excellent organizer with leadership skills which harmonizer with his pleasant perso
After researching and reaching out to other tour operators I selected MR William's Tour Group. I found him to be a down to earth person who was always reassuring, polite and always responded to my calls and WhatsApp messages even at night times. He did not only offered reliable and affordable services but also dignity and respect to my religious and individual needs. His tour group leader and all his staff members were at all times pleasant, reliable, supportive and understandings. Generally I knew that I selected the best. You would not regret choosing Kilimanjaro Budget Safari. I did not!
PT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Unforgettable Journey with Alive Africa Adventures – The Absolute Best Way to Experience Uganda!
Our trip to the "Pearl of Africa" was a masterpiece of nature, wildlife and human connection, and we truly could not have chosen a better agency than Alive Africa Adventures. From day one, their organization was flawless, but what transformed this safari into a trip of a lifetime was our extraordinary guide, Stanley. Stanley’s profound knowledge of wildlife and Ugandan culture is unmatched. More than a guide, his deep-rooted pride in promoting his beautiful country shone through every single day, making us feel incredibly connected to the land.
Our custom itinerary covered the very best of Uganda. We started and ended in Entebbe, where we spotted the rare prehistoric Shoebill at the Mabamba Swamp. We then tracked rhinos on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary before heading to Murchison Falls National Park, where we witnessed the raw power of the Nile on an unforgettable boat cruise. Primate trekking was deeply moving: from the fast-paced chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park to the awe-inspiring, emotional hour spent with mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Uganda’s sheer diversity kept surprising us, from the lions and elephants of Queen Elizabeth National Park and the wildlife-dense boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, to the tranquil, island-dotted waters of Lake Bunyonyi and the serene savannahs of Lake Mburo National Park.
Beyond the breathtaking landscapes and animals, the true heartbeat of our trip was the Ugandan people. We were deeply touched by the overwhelming joy, warmth and availability of the locals. In particular, the children and women left a lasting impression on our hearts—their vibrant smiles, welcoming energy and immense inner strength are truly inspiring.
Uganda is raw, authentic and utterly beautiful. If you are planning to visit, look no further than Stanley and the team at Alive Africa Adventures. They are professional, passionate, and the absolute best at what they do!
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional Safari Experience, esp. for those like me looking for once per life time experience
A safari in Africa was my "once in a lifetime" plan — but after travelling with Kenya Bush Tracks Safaris, it's a trip I'd happily do again in the future. My experience with them was excellent at every stage, from planning to the safari itself.
For the planning part: Before booking, I researched a range of mid-range and luxury operators and gathered quotes from around 7 companies. Kenya Bush Tracks came in around the middle on price, so I didn't choose them because they were the cheapest — I chose them because they were by far the most responsive and caring. Caroline, my first point of contact, was genuinely attentive and took the time to understand exactly what we needed. Despite the time zone difference, she usually replied within an hour, often outside her own working hours. Where some companies pushed me to decide and book as quickly as possible, Caroline patiently talked through our needs and waited for me to confirm our flight schedule before finalizing anything. For example, I had specific preferences for a few of our stays — I wanted to lodge inside the park so I could watch the sunrise over the endless plains — and Caroline helpfully built the itinerary around that. Later, just as I was about to confirm everything, my travel agent couldn't secure my flights and we had to push the trip back by two days. Caroline rearranged the entire tour without hesitation. Booking from another continent is a real challenging - that I can't lock in the itinerary without knowing my flights, yet the flight schedule depends on the hotels and safari route — and underneath it all sits the worry of whether the company is even legitimate, or whether I'am handing over a big deposit for nothing. Caroline patiently coordinated every moving piece and gave me the confidence that it would all come together. It did.
On the safari part: Our guide was Moses, and his experience showed constantly. He knew how to minimize time lost to traffic on the drives between parks and always seemed to find the better route. Inside the parks he navigated effortlessly, without ever needing a map. He clearly had strong relationships with other guides too — when drivers passed by, they would often stop to exchange sightings and information. Thanks to him, we not only saw the Big Five but were also fortunate enough to spot Black Rhinos in Lake Nakuru National Park, where only 20ish exist across a huge area. Moses also consistently did more than we asked. Our original plan was a morning game drive, a midday rest, and an afternoon drive each day — but knowing how precious the time was, he proactively offered to arrange packed lunch boxes for 2 days so we could stay out from dawn to sunset. Truly appreciate his effort as he drove from 7am to 5pm for 2 days. Over the course of the trip we talked about each other's families, and by the end he felt less like a guide and more like a friend.
Due to our plan to cover different National Parks, we only spent 2 days in Maasai Mara and missed the massive river crossing. But thanks to the careful planning by Caroline and Moses, we still witnessed almost everything else we'd hoped for. What may be "Routine" for them guiding clients through the parks day after day, was, for me and my wife, a once-in-a-lifetime experience I'll never forget.
And if you're reading this review: I meant every word above. I genuinely and wholeheartedly recommend Kenya Bush Tracks Safaris.
(P.S. If budget allows, book a private vehicle as we did rather than car-pooling with strangers, I saw how crowded it was from other cars. Moses let me stop whenever I like and wait patiently for the perfect photo.)
