HK
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great experience with professional stuff from the beginning
Sino Africa Safari replied us very prompt on email communication. Jong had a lot ofd patience with us even I asked a lot of questions. Our driver guide is very experienced! He was always on time and had a lot of knowledge because he had been working in the industry over 16 years now. We visited Samburu, Nakuru, Naivasha, Masai Mara and Amboseli and saw everything on our long safari.
We were staying at most luxurious camp in Africa and it was incredible expereince also! The game drives very UNBELIEVABLE, see my picture. Recommend them 1000%
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The 2 days I went in Serengeti.
I was a bit hesitant about adding Serengeti to my already 2 days safari in Tanzania thinking I have seen it all. I'm glad my trip itinerary planner convinced me I would enjoy it there.
The park is marvelous, I ticked all the big 5 off my must see list :). As well, I got a glimpse of the Ngorongoro Crater as we were enrouted to Serengeti.
On a special note, I'd recommend the cook anytime any day, he got my vegetarian diet on point, I still reminisce the taste of his greens.
I wish I return to Tanzania soon for Zanzibar and definitely I'm booking Yetu Safaris.
US
Fantastic Tour
We visited the South Omo Valley and tribes with Haile. He did such a good job and very knowledgeable about the area and different tribes. This is an experience you will never forget. Very authentic.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive, considerate, personable and professional!
After having spent a lot of time in East Africa for work, I decided to extend a work trip by a week and see some of the sights I had always wanted to see. After reading through reviews of dozens of different tour companies online, I reached out to a few. Dan at Kisoro Tours was by far the most responsive. My time and budget were limited, and I didn't have the time or bandwidth to sort out all of the permits, transportation and entry fees that would be needed if I were to plan a trip on my own. Dan helped to develop an itinerary adapted to my interests at a price I could afford - a 6-day budget trip to see the gorillas in Bwindi, hike Mt. Sabinyo and go on safari at Queen Elizabeth National Park. Throughout the planning process, Dan always responded quickly and thoroughly.
COVID has done a number on tourism in Uganda, which is a real shame for the country, though things are slowly starting to pick up. It was to my advantage, though, since I essentially had the gorillas to myself during my tour. Bwindi is a really exceptional rainforest, and I enjoyed learning about the fascinating flora and fauna around me almost as much as I enjoyed hanging out with a gorilla family for an hour. All of the Ugandan Wildlife Authority guides were really excellent throughout and struck me as knowledgeable and genuinely committed to and passionate about the animals and places they are working to protect.
I was doubly lucky on my hike to the base of Mt Sabinyo in Mgahinga National Park the following day, when we ran into a huge lone silverback gorilla right in the middle of the trail, arms crossed and unfazed. After checking him out for a while, we continued up the mountain, crossing several vegetation zones, all distinct and all spectacular in their own way. The third summit of the peak, which you access via a series of precipitous ladders and staircases and which is where the borders of DRC, Rwanda and Uganda meet, is well worth the exertion.
After the adventurous start to my tour, the trip to Queen Elizabeth NP felt relatively easy and luxurious. The drive was long but memorable - we encountered many creatures, large and small, on the road, including a large herd of elephants. Bush Lodge is technically the budget accommodation option there but felt like glamping, with an amazing outdoor shower, three course meals and hippos singing you to sleep at night. The boat tour of the Kazinga Channel (leaving directly from the lodge) was incredible - such an abundance of species within the span of a couple of hours - and the safari drive through QENP was also great, with sightings of a lion, hippos, warthogs, numerous antelope, buffalo and various types of monkeys and baboons.
Thanks to Dan, the tour was everything I could have hoped for. From the moment he picked me up on day 1 of the tour, Dan was reliable, professional, personable and considerate. He knew just how to put together the itinerary and did all of the legwork, before and during the trip, so I could just enjoy the experience. He clearly loves his country, especially his home region of Kisoro, and is committed to making sure you have the best possible experience during your visit. I can't recommend Kisoro tours highly enough.
DE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great experience - highly recommended!
The booking with Mmilo Tours went quickly, smoothly and very accommodating, even under difficult conditions because of Corona. We were happily surprised. We enjoyed the private tour with Tim over the Panorama Route and through the Kruger National Park very much. We learned a lot about South Africa and its people from him, also besides the touristic program. Unfortunately we could not visit all the stops on the route because of the weather, but the drive through the Kruger NP with many animals was a real experience. We spent the first night at Perry's Bridge Hollow Boutique Hotel, very nice. Then safari and three nights at Mjejane River Lodge, somewhat mixed. The location on the river is great. The guides showed and explained a lot to us, but the staff at the lodge was a bit gruff. Good thing we got a free upgrade to superior rooms, I would recommend to book this room category. Overall it was an exciting and educational tour. Many thanks to Patrick for organizing it and to Tim for his very personal, friendly and also patient guide. We would do it again anytime.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lenny is excellent, kind and has a warm soul
Travel with them anyday anytime. They are excellent in everything. Won't regret it trust me.
under20 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic
To be honest they made my trip super nice and and enjoyable
CO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our 5 days trip in Uganda with Africa Adventure Vacations was a perfect choice
Our 5 days trip in Uganda with Africa Adventure Vacations was a perfect choice. Special thanks to Robert, who from the beginning was very helpful and responsive, which allowed us having a memorable and confortable experience, including meeting us at the airport, fluid communicatiion, organized schedule and arranging our Covid test on time. Our highest gratitud to our guide and driver Frank, who was simply brilliant and his friendliness and vast knowledge of wildlife safari in Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi NP, Bunyonyi Lake, Chimpazee and Gorilla trekking, exceded even our highest expectations. During our game drives with Frank we had the chance to watch the tree sleeping Lions, the pray eating lions, leopards gazing Cobs, elephants, herds of cobs, buffalos, hippos, pumbas. Our eco friendly safari lodges were always comfortable, with extremely friendly staff and delicious meals, always surrounded by nature. Our best experience was in Pumba Lodge and Ride for a Woman Lodge. Overall, we really enjoyed traveling with Frank and discovering much of the countryside by road over the 5 day trip and he made us feel always safe and confortable. As we had a real adventure, we highly recommend Africa Adventure Vacations ’s exceptional services to anyone.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Matthys van Aswegen organized a tour of Botswana and Zimbabwe that exceeded my wildest expectations!
A friend and I booked the Botswana - Zimbabwe safaris in 2019, then COVID grounded us. But Matthys and I kept in touch for three years as we rescheduled, and re-rescheduled our journey until April, 2022. Matthys was exemplary in keeping us informed of COVID guidelines and making adjustments in our schedule to arrange some special activities I wanted to add to our schedule. I couldn't be more pleased with the entire experience. The staff at the places we stayed treated us, not like tourists, but like guests in their homes. The warmth, the humor, the adventure, were all part of this wonderful experience. I so enjoyed this trip that I am already working with Matthys to plan a similar trip for next year!
MX
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience. The best Safari !!!
Hi, my wife and I went for our hooney moon to Tanzania. We made the 3 days Safari with Soul of Tanzania and everything excedeed our expectations.
We had the best guide "Hope" and the best accommodations. This was a once in a lifetime experience we loved every thing of it. We saw a lot of animals specially the big 5 and really great landscapes. I recommend this company to everyone. We´ll be forever thankfull...