65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
We followed the Equator from Samburu to Kakamega birding all the way for 11 days in parks and Lakes
Maggie organized a manificent birding tour taking in the desert , lakes, rainforest from west to east , with my driver/ guide Stephen we managed to go list 150 + birds , the accommodation was excellent, beautiful Safari Lodges and Resorts across the country, taking desert birds to rainforest birds using local bird guides in the various Parks and forests, the pop top safari 4x4 Landcruiser was a great choice for viewing the wildlife and Stephen was a good guide with a reasonable skill in knowledge of the birds and animals , it truly was a great trip thanks to Maggie’s communication and organization skills and choice of venues !! Highly Recommended
SG
Experience level: first safari
Dramatic landscapes. Spectacular wildlife.
Love the wildlife safari experience especially off-road at Manyeleti.
The mountain panorama is spectacular
The weather is great. We enjoyed the cool weather.
Very comfortable and luxurious accommodations. Great service by Phelwana lodge.
Delicious food.
Great transportation provided by our very able, friendly and entertaining guide.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
wonderful country
Uganda is a good surprise: A beautiful green place whit people that love their country . There are wonderful landscape . The Limitless Tour&Travel was fantastic , the guide is very kind and carefull of our request. Absolutely recommended
US
Awesome trip
Simply put Safarihub made my first trip to Africa an unforgettable experience. Sayyedah and Musaddiq were friendly, prompt and responsive with email inquiries about Tanzania. My friends and I wanted an experience where we could camp for a few days and then move on to lodges before hiking up Kilimanjaro. Sayyedah made excellent recommendations for each night of the safari. I still get chills thinking about hearing lions roaring and zebras munching grass so close to my tent at night.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
StarMount Safaris understands the logistics and aesthetics of how to travel meaningfully.
When I think of my experience traveling with StarMount Safaris, I am reminded of the trip I took to visit Queen Elizabeth National Park. I remember getting to the park just before daybreak. I was standing on a hillside when the sun started to pierce a group of pregnant clouds. The horizon turned fire orange as rays of light streamed through and bounced off the shimmering waters of Lake George in a valley framed equally on all sides by hills touching the sky and low-lying savannah.
I snapped a picture of the scene on my phone and texted it to a friend back in America — and instantaneously felt guilty for not just standing there and living in the moment, bathing in the wonder of Uganda. In the far reaches of western Uganda, where it borders the Democratic Republic of Congo, I saw wild game, birds, beasts and reptiles. The vast game reserve was named after Queen Elizabeth II, following a visit in 1954.
But more than the animals, it was the scenery that stirred deep feelings in me — the endless rolling green fields, cloud-topped mountain ranges, dramatic cliffs, swamps and forests, seamlessly melding into rivers, crater lakes and tributaries that comprise the River Nile watershed. I could see why a young Winston Churchill, after a journey through Africa, famously dubbed Uganda “the pearl of Africa.”
As I reflect on that moment, I realize that all of that experience was especially curated by the folks at StarMount Safari. They are exceptionally knowledgeable about the not only the countryside in Uganda, but also how to travel. The staff is adept at planning trips, drawing up all the crucial details of a trip—no detail is too small to ignore— to make sure that you have an awesome experience.
The communications by StarMount Safaris was excellent. The service was exceptional and my experience with them absolutely exceeded my expectations. I would recommend StarMount Safaris to anyone interested in traveling and seeing Uganda and East Africa.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
All bookings, timings, travel and accommodation were well planned
Off 2Africa were very patient and careful in the planning stages, of our holiday with several changes of plan from us. The safari location was very good...and we were very lucky with our sitings ...Their advice and knowledge of the areas proved invaluable. We enjoyed all aspects of the holiday.
IE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience thanks to Gorilla Tours
I found Gorilla Tours after doing some online research, I contacted for information & received a very prompt detailed response so decided to book. The booking process was all via email & very easy. Virgo was my main point of contact & was happy to help with all my questions & organised every detail of the trip.
When we arrived in Uganda we met our guide/ driver James. James is excellent & made our trip so memorable, he is eagle eyed & able to spot & identify wildlife from long distances, he has great knowledge about birds also.
All accommodations were great, the staff looked after us so well.
We had the best of experiences, I can see why Uganda is known as the pearl of Africa. I would happily recommend Gorilla Tours
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very much impressed by the quick service and most economical deal.
Was a lil hesitate at first bit then Angelina helped a lot in making our trip very easy. Our guide Joseph was really friendly and made sure we didn't miss anything in our trip. I highly recommend them as they made our trip possible and very exciting and they made sure all our requirements were meant till we left Kenya. Kenya being a new country, Angelina and Joseph made us so much at home with their utmost care.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect in Every Way
Planning a trip to Africa can be very daunting so I was greatly relieved when Liselle Raath of Sun Safaris returned my enquiry email. At first I was skeptical. Out of all the companies to book through, I thought, why should I book with them? I'm glad I dropped that attitude because there are no words or phrases in the English language to describe how perfect this holiday was. Transcendent? Life changing? They don't do my trip justice.
Liselle liaised with me for quite some time and then came up with a personalized itinerary for me. That woman knows her stuff because everything was absolutely perfect. The B&Bs (Cape Cadogan and Oceans Eleven) were gorgeous and the service exceptional. Cape Cadogan smelled heavenly and I've been trying like mad to find the diffuser and scent they use. Nadine was a terrific host and the breakfast was fantastic. We walked down to a little place called Arnold's on Kloof and had steak and deep fried cheese. OMG. Delish. Oceans Eleven in Hermanus is one of the most gorgeous spots I've ever been to and the hosts, Megan and Rejoice, were warm and welcoming. The town itself is beautiful and filled with friendly faces. We ate at a couple fabulous places there, Rossis and Tapas. The huge bathtub at the B&B was exactly what I needed after a cold shark dive. The dives themselves were absolutely fabulous and I managed to get rammed in the cage by a great white!!! I have a stunning photo of the dorsal fin!!!
Umkumbe Lodge was spectacular. Our guide, Jade, was one of the nicest girls I've ever met and full of kindness, patience and knowledge.The food was delicious and plentiful. The bomas were cosy and the camp itself was beautiful. We saw plenty of animals out on game drives and it was heavenly to sit in the outdoor space working on my manuscript as herds of elephants strolled by.
Nthambo Tree Camp was an experience like no other. The tree houses were beautiful, airy and spacious. Our ranger, Rey, was hilarious and worked hard to get us ethically close to the creatures. It was every photographer's dream. Our last night there was EPIC. Ranger Rey took us to see a hippo!!! I'd mentioned really wanting to see one and it happened. The foods was outstanding particularly the cauliflower soup and oxtail . I enjoyed the communal dining experience and met some wonderful people there.
The road transfers all showed up on time with lovely air conditioned vehicles and coolers of cold water. They were driven by lovely men who answered all my questions, even the uncomfortable fiery ones about the political climate in SA. Just gracious drivers all around.
I have a new saying and it is "Everything goes perfectly in Africa". But I realized afterwards that it was only so perfect because Liselle took the time to really listen to what I wanted and put a lot of thought into planning what she decided I would enjoy. She was bang on. I am planning another trip to Africa in 2019 and I will definitely be asking Liselle and Sun Safaris to plan my vacation.
Thank you for putting together the most wonderful vacation I've ever had, Liselle. I am truly grateful.
DK
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very god service and god prices
I visit Uganda in august/september Winther frikend and famile, and We used Cul Safari for safari and driving form Entebbe to Arua and back again. Every thing was perfekt. The drivers at the safari knew about animals and african culture, they drive safely, was there right at time and answer mails and text's in a hurry.
I recomand Cul Safari Tour highly.