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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Well-organised, affordable, very experienced guide, overall delightful!
We did an 8-day trip with Mamaland Safaris in December 2019. The reason for choosing the company was because of the good reviews they already had. From the beginning, Anna and Edrisa were most helpful in planning the tour, and were always quick in responding to emails and really tried to accommodate all our interest and needs.
We had Donna as our guide, and in all my travels, I haven’t met a guide as friendly, professional, and informed as him. He was a very good and safe driver, with a lot of experience. The car we had was always in good condition despite the tough terrain (which Donna referred to as a ‘Ugandan’ massage) that we had to sometimes drive through. We visited the chimps in Kibale, QENP’s Kazinga Channel and Ishasha sector, mountain gorillas in Mgahinga, crossed into Rwanda, to visit Volcanoes NP, fish on Lake Kivu, Nyungwe NP before returning to Kigali to end that part of the trip.
At every location and even for the border crossing, Mamaland had made sure all the paper work was in order, and the reservations were made accurately, so we had no problem whatsoever. We stayed in a variety of accommodation, but all of them were clean, well situated, and with friendly staff. For example, Isunga Lodge just west of Kibale, where we stayed the after chimp-trekking was the best place we stayed in during our whole trip in East Africa- the views were spectacular and the food was amazing.
Our only negative would be the fact that at some places where we stayed, the menus were always too Westernised, and with few options to try the local food. But when we told Donna about this, he made sure we were able to try the local food everywhere we went. His experience as a guide made sure that he was able to read the clients, understand what their interest and needs were and accommodate it within means.
All in all, the trip was worth every penny…and we can’t wait to go back to Uganda to explore its culturally diverse north with Mamaland and Dona as our guide.
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35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our guide was fantastic
Safarihub did an amazing job and our guide Manase knew the national parks very well taking us to hideouts of the lions, leopards, cheetahs and rhinos. Unforgettable experience in Africa, and I will be back for more and will undoubtedly book with safari hub again. Thanks.
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65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
This Christmas trip for my entire family was the most unbelievable experience we could have ever!!
My husband and I went on a Tanzanian safari 15 years ago. I have wanted to take my family since then. This year over Christmas we finally did it! I started planning 13 months ahead and found Benson Safaris. The price for 8 days was reasonable for what we wanted to do and see. My 5 children,their spouses, my 10 grandchildren(ages 5-22) My husband,myself and my sister(23 in all) left on Dec 21st to head to Africa! Our main contact with Benson Safaris was Pendo. She is a beautiful, knowledgeable, kind, helpful, amazing woman!! During the planning year I had so many questions and she patiently responded as quickly as she could. When we arrived in Kilimanjaro our 4 drivers were waiting for us-Joshua,Freddy,Amini and Liberatos. They were all fun and very well informed about history,wildlife, traditions, and more. We were in Tarangire NP, the Serengeti,Ngorongoro Crater,Lake Manyara NP and much more! If you can believe that 23 people ranging from 5-75 could have a flawless 8 day trip to Africa you would be totally correct. Benson Safaris booked us in the most beautiful tent camps We could have ever imagined! All had infinity swimming pools, beautiful rooms-all with spectacular views, incredible dining. The Tanzanian people are so kind and friendly!!! This was such an awesome trip for all of us. The wildlife viewing was so amazing!!!!! I think between us we took 10,000 pictures-We saw every animal that we wanted to see and about 25 we had never heard off. I wish I were more eloquent in trying to describe our experiences but since I'm not you"ll just have to be content with AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME!!!!!!!!
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice safari experience
It takes about 8 hours to get to the Masai Mara. Our guide was very nice and made sure we would see as many animals as possible which we did.
We also got to picnic in the Mara which was a fantastic experience.
The tents were also fine and private, there was no mosquitoes inside, and there was hot water.
We also visited a Masai village: do not miss it, it is very eye opening and we learn a lot from them.
Good quality for money.
Thank you for this wonderful experience.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable experience !!
For anyone considering a tour whilst in South Africa look no further than Red Africa Safaris. I couldn’t have been more satisfied with my dealings with this operator through correspondence prior to, and after booking our trip (private tour for 2 people). Amelia was very prompt and informative answering any questions i had, provided more than required information about our tour and was very interactive selecting our tours criteria to suit our individual wants/needs.
We requested Jaco as our tour guide as we’ve read great things about him, and he far exceeded any expectations we had of him. Jaco was amazing in every sense. Willing to go above and beyond to make sure we had the best tour experience possible at all times. Jaco’s level of expertise, professionalism and passion for conservation was incredible, and made us feel very comfortable and at ease with the tour...
I also believe this company provides great value for money and can uniquely package tours to suit all varieties. Thank you Red Africa Safari for one of the greatest experiences of my life !!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was so easy and perfectly done.
I loved everything about it. The staff was so friendly and helpful. They went out of their way to make sure everything was just how I wanted. There was literally little to no error. I can’t wait for my next tour with them.
SE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
It was such a wonderful Adventure by NAB-HERMU TOURS AND TRAVEL.we enjoyed every bit of Murchison fa
It was such a wonderful Adventure by NAB-HERMU TOURS AND TRAVEL.we enjoyed every bit of Murchison falls Adventure with my friends.The Tour guide was very friendly, the service was very good plus the Hotel was surpub .Thanks alot.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mountain treking(kilimanjaro)
We booked mountain climbing Mountain Kilimanjaro through lelaa tours and safaris.
It was incredible
For the Trek - led by our guide johnas was extremely patient and calm . The chef, robert prepared us fantastic meals in difficult situations. The porters took great care of us, supplying us with tea and snacks!
I don’t have anything negative to say - we were happy with everything.
Thanks for a trip of a lifetime
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Steve was incredibly knowledgeable, personable and just an excellent tour guide.
Beyond our expectations. Everything was according to plan, timely and each day was incredible!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
uganda vaction
My Husband and I, just came back from Uganda after 15days tour for safari and gorillas.
We cant hold it off to give credit to Gorilla bookings company for organizing a wonderful vacation for us.
Uganda has been on our bucket list for long over 4 years. Uganda is very safe and hospitality at the peak.
