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Misty   –  
United States US
Visited: June 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2023

35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Reliable, trustworthy, and accommodating
5/5

Felix and Johnson provided transportation for us during a business trip. They had a lot of moving parts and moving people to deal with and were accommodating, as flexible as they could be, respectful, and kind. I felt safe in their hands, and they provided drinks and candy while we were on the road. They communicated with us promptly via WhatsApp anytime we had a question or needed them. Felix was great about making sure we were not taken advantage of by those looking to exploit tourists. Since I did not arrange this transportation, I did not realize they provided safaris, too; otherwise, I would've also used them for my safari instead of the company I used. Their vehicles were clean, new, and comfortable.

Nikita   –  
Bahrain BH
Visited: July 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2023

20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Awuor Escapades and Henry put in the maximum effort to ensure you have the best possible trip.
5/5

While browsing this website, I was quite unsure about booking with an agency that had only 5 reviews (as I am sure many of you are). Well, let me put your worries to rest and confirm that if you book with Awuor Escapades, you will have a good time.

I had a 7 day mid range Niarobi - Masai Mara - Nakuru - Naivasha - Hell's Gate - Amboseli trip where I travelled alone and joined a group of other people to save money. This review focuses on this particular experience.

From what I learnt during the trip is that these group tours involve a lot of planning and logistics as every person inside your Van can potentially have a different itinerary and managing these logistics is where the agency comes into play. I had 3 different groups over the course of my journey and Henry managed to coordinate all the switches without me having to worry whether my tour would be disrupted.

Initially, I have received 3 quotations from different tour operators but it was Henry's proactiveness and dedication that made me choose Awuor Escapades. He instantly messaged me on whatsapp and was ready to answer every question. Moreover, when some of my accommodations were overbooked, he was helpful with arranging upgrades to prevent the trip from being disrupted and I greatly enjoyed every single place that I stayed in. Additionally, when my hot air balloon ride was overbooked, Henry managed to secure a spot for me within a matter of hours as this was a highly important experience that I did not want to miss. Finally, when booking your Safari, you will have an option of a Land Cruiser or a Minibus. While the Land Cruiser is obviously good, I would like to mention that the minibus is not bad at all as it's completely 4 wheel equipped and results in less motion sickness because it drives slower and doesn't bounce as much as the Land Cruiser. Naturally, it also has a pop up roof and when you see the animals, nothing else in the world is going to matter.

Overall, I would like to say a big thank you to Awuor Escapades and Henry in particular. He has managed my trip through the ups and downs, and even when I was having certain problems, he tried his best to resolve them as soon as possible which showed his flexibility, problem solving skills and dedication to his clients.

P.S. If you have the option of choosing a driver, I would recommend a man named Stanley.

Daniela G.   –  
Switzerland CH
Visited: January 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2023

50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Very friendly and reliable
5/5

Very good walking tour to visit Victoria Falls with guide Kuda. It is a much better experience to walk with a guide as one learns a lot about the area and Zimbabwe along the way. And Kuda took much better photos

Federico Bassetta   –  
Italy IT
Visited: August 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2023

20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Always quick and ready to support us
5/5

To plan this trip we went through some quotes before from companies we found on trip advisor and Nkollo Tours was definitely what seemed the best quality price wise. I mean when you choose a budget camping the experience I think will be about the same with everyone so what matters is the budget and the customer service and Allan did a great job with it. He was always answering all our concerns very quickly and finding us solutions where we had problems. Definitely his support throughout the trip was worth 5 stars.
For what concerns the Safari: it was a great experience, the driver/guide was very professional and skilled (he's been doing it for 7 years) and made us feel very safe even sleeping in tents in the middle of the park with no fences. The cook was very young and just came out of cooking training but he was also very skilled and made us a lot of different meals, never ate the same thing twice.
In conclusion I'd definitely recommend it. Everyone was accommodating and professional.

David   –  
Australia AU
Visited: July 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2023

20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

About: Santaviva
Extremely helpful - Ivan went out of his way to make sure anything we needed was sorted.
5/5

We stayed at Santaviva for a few nights before our Bwindi Gorilla Trek. Ivan was there to meet us as the border (Rwanada) which was comforting to know and made sure there were no issues. Whilst in Kisoro, Ivan took us on a few walks through town and to the viewpoint overlooking the lakes. After our Gorilla Trek Ivan helped us get bus tickets for an overnight bus to Kampala and was texting us all the details. If anyone is in Kisoro, I would recommend reaching out to Ivan as he will be able to help with any and all planning.

Raffaele   –  
Italy IT
Visited: February 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2023

35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Good tour operatore
4/5

Francis was a great guide. He told us many curiosities about Kenya and animals. He can drive very well and is very patient and attentive with the whole group of travellers. The only thing I would like to point out is that the agency asked us for a supplement on site to be able to do the tour with an off-road vehicle instead of a minivan. We had taken this tour thinking of going off-road because this vehicle was in the advertising photos. In the end, however, we chose to pay the extra for the off-road vehicle because it is better off-road in the parks during safaris.

Timo   –  
Switzerland CH
Visited: July 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2023

50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Perfect organized tour with very friendly and competent tour guides
5/5

My wife and myself would like to share our incredible travel experience in Rwanda and Uganda, which we recently had the pleasure of enjoying over 14 unforgettable days! It was a journey filled with adventure, breathtaking nature, warm hospitality, and an abundance of cultural discoveries. From majestic mountain gorillas to shimmering lakes and lush landscapes, each day was a truly memorable experience. Our guides John (Rwanda) and Karim (Uganda) were extremely friendly, professional and very knowledgable.

Our journey began in the vibrant capital city of Kigali, which immediately impressed us with its cleanliness and lively atmosphere. Visits to the Genocide Memorial and Kigali Cultural Village brought us closer to the moving history and incredible resilience of the Rwandan people. The hilly landscape of Rwanda captivated us just as much as the canopy walk and a visit to the tea and coffee plantation. A truly special experience were the two tracks to see the chimpanzees and the golden monkeys. The hospitality and smiles of the locals quickly made us a fan of this wonderful country.

After leaving Rwanda with mixed feelings, we continued our journey to Uganda. Queen Elizabeth National Park awaited us with an incredible array of wildlife. We had the chance to experience an exciting safari and observe lions, elephants, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species in their natural environment. The boat ride on the Kazinga Channel was another highlight, providing a close encounter with hippos and crocodiles.

Our final days of the trip took us to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, another highlight of our journey. The hike through the dense forest to see the mountain gorillas was challenging, but it was more than worth it as we found ourselfs face to face with these fascinating creatures. The experience of observing them in their natural habitat was indescribable.

In summary, we can say that our 14-day journey through Rwanda and Uganda was one of the best experiences of our life. The blend of nature, culture, and wildlife encounters touched us deeply and left us inspired. The people in both countries are incredibly warm-hearted and proud of their culture and heritage.

We highly recommend Rwanda and Uganda to any traveler seeking an authentic, adventurous, and enriching experience. This trip will always hold a special place in our heart!

Vijay   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: August 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2023

20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Exceptional from start to finish
5/5

The tour was incredible and one of the best experiences from start to finish!.. MoAfrica was really helpful and Mark our driver was exceptional!

Communication was always available and they was flexible. Best value for money and reliable.

Highly recommend!

Michel   –  
France FR
Visited: July 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2023

65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

ISIDORE the king of guides
5/5

Our guide ISIDORE is a pearl, punctual, attentive to our requests, our questions, helpful, smiling, reassuring, courteous, great driver, perfect time manager and all the administrative for the visit of the parks without waiting too long. In addition, we had children aged 20 months and 4 years old and he was paternal and attentive towards them. I recommend his services. Thank you

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Familie Leermakers   –  
Netherlands NL
Visited: July 2023 Reviewed: Aug 6, 2023

35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

A good preparation and a good communication resulted in a great trip!
5/5

Our safari adventure started with planning our trip. Emma provided us with a lot of information and great options to choose from. We were counting the days and finally the date of departure arrived. A few days before that departure, we received the last travel information from Emma. That was nice, it helped with our preparations in these last days.

At Kilimanjaro Airport we met with Sele, our guide. He brought us safely to our hotel.
The next morning we started our safari and Sele was a great guide. He told us many things, spotted beautiful animals and was a great driver.
During our trip we also had a cultural day planned, we learned a lot about the Tanzanian culture and habits.

We stayed at some beautiful tented camps, for example Migombani Camp, which has a beautiful view on Lake Manyara. We also stayed at Osupuko Lodges, located on the Serengeti. A very special place to stay and showering with the bucket shower was a great experience.

During our trip Sele showed us Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. We learned so many things about the animals that lives here. It was a special moment when we (well, Sele did) found a large lion-family. No other cars around us, in silence we admired the beautiful animals.

We just had a great trip, a beautiful adventure. We (a family of five, with children in the age of 17, 15 and 11) will never forget this, with many thanks to Emma and Sele.

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