20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A day for GORILLA TREKKING- In Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
We visited the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest during the tour package with Ngoni Safaris, staying at Mahogany Springs, five minutes from the park entrance. Sedrick at Ngoni Safaris organised our trip, which was to make special and celebrate my birthday and truly, what an amazing experience it was! The trip they made ran like clockwork and Sedrick was always quick to answer any queries, regarding the trip. Also, the staff at lodge, were the best. They looked after us so well and were always friendly and helpful. On the last night of tour, they sang a very special and African, happy birthday to me. The Gorilla Trekking was well organised with the help of wonderful park rangers. Of course, that was last but not least, the gorillas were breath taking. Our family group had no less than 5 babies. It doesn't get any better than that for me.
My advice to every other traveller planning to UGANDA, If you want to see Mountain gorillas, just make a contact to Sedrick at Ngoni Safais, go to The Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, you will not be disappointed!
PL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great one Day trips
We booked 2 trips with Taste Of Afrika Safaris. Materuni Waterfall & Hotsprings Kikuletwa. It was great - comunication with Seka (We had problem with swift transation, Seka was very understanding, regarding this problem).
Our guide Moses- was fantastic, we shared a lot of stories not only about trips, but also regarding Life, culture and Tanzania. Very Professional, and easy going guy.
We had also Emmanuel as our guide in Materuni- his knowledge about The place was great. We visited his village for a coffee tour, we were only 2 people there, and still have a pleasure to meet several people from The village singing for us and making coffee together.
Also worth to notice- The best prices!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything went perfect, encounter with chimps and gorillas WOW
Uzuri Safaris are an excellent tour company to deal with. Right from the get go, our communications with Fiona were easy and quick. It did not matter what time, Fiona was able to reply to our many questions, requests for changes in the program in no time. She had no problems modifying our tour to suit our needs better. Once we arrived in Uganda, our guide Ronnie was excellent. Right from the pick-up at the airport all through the trip to the end, Ronnie was able to meet all of our expectations and indeed exceeded them. He would stop anytime we asked to take pictures and also when he saw things that he thought we would be interested in. Things that were interesting to us and that we would have missed without him. Our first stop on this epic trip was Kibale Forest National Park – the home of the chimpanzees.
The sounds the chimpanzees make even before seeing them is super exciting and it still rings in my ears every time I remember the trip on look at our pictures from the trip. Having trekked for about an hour on largely flat terrain to find the chimpanzees, we came across this large troop with some of the members up in the trees while a few others were on the ground. One female with a baby came very close to where we were standing and it was just wow! It literally gave us a good opportunity to take as many pictures! The chimps up in the trees did not mind us as they
went about their day – enjoying some kind of fruit. The swamp/community walk in the afternoon is also a must if you are not too tired.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Duma is absolutely fabulous!
As the main planner for a family group of 6, I looked at dozens (out of the more than 1000) safari operators in Tanzania. I was more than a bit nervous about ensuring that each of us had a wonderful experience. Duma nailed it--there is good reason why all of the reviews of Duma rate it a 5.
The combination of a locally owned/operated company in Arusha plus Stacy in the US to make planning easier is a plus. Add to that Stacy's patience (sure to ensure that your custom safari is just right), the seasoned, expert camp staff (all of whom are attentive, lovely to be around, and seemed so happy in their work!), and the luxurious tent camps.
We ran into flooding/muddy roads and while we enjoyed drinks and dinner and campfire, our guide Isack and the team at the Arusha office seamlessly moved us from our planned camp (flooded beyond reach) to a new campsite. We were totally spared any angst that might have marred our stay.
Even after 10 days in Tarangire, Ndutu/Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater pus a final night near Mt Killi base camp to see us off from Africa, we were definitely NOT ready to leave! Do stay as long as you are able.
We selected Isack as our guide because of the rave reviews he has received and we totally agree. An expert naturalist (knowledgeable not only about big and small animals, but also the birds, the vegetation, the geology and how the terrain is changing), he was by far the best tracker around and an excellent driver/mechanic (see: flood and mud above).
Duma will provide the experience that you want, at a reasonable price, and with the assurance that everything will will be done right. Even when nature interferes with your plans.
MX
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
RELAXING HOLIDAY IN MOMBASA!
This was my Second trip to book with Hodari Kenya Safaris, first being Samburu during 2018 Christmas. Both trips were well organised with no hitches and definitely memorable.
My 2nd time i visited Mombasa and it was great! My family and I enjoyed ourselves! Thanks to Hodari Team for always checking up on us and ensuring we were well... Will Definitely Recommend and book with you over and over again
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best experience ever.Great cordination from the team.
My visit to Africa has never been as good as this was.Humble reception,exellent and straight forward communication,the best ever service from the office all the way to the end of my tour.Watching the big 5 with a thorough reveiw of each of them was the list of my expectation.These guys are real proffessionals...I cant wait to tag along my friends next time.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Kids friendly game drive
Our trip was so awesome in so many ways. From pick up to drop off we could see how much effort had been put in to make sure we enjoyed our day. Our tour guide always kept the kids engaged and left us to enjoy our safari as well. Mind you we had kids as young as 3years. The facts they were taught about the wildlife we saw will forever stick in their little brains. For me it was a win win, we enjoyed and got to learn something. Thank you so much for this safari.
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience !!
We went to Masai Mara and it was the best experience ever. Special thanks to Mathews and Martin for taking such good care of us.
The personal touch will make your journey a memorable one. We had a great time.
Thanks so much. God bless you and keep up the good work.
Hope to see you soon again.
Excellent customer service
We were booked for safari in February 2020 but had to cancel due to very ill health. Robert was so easy and good to deal with, taking the pressure out of the situation. We were looking to reschedule later in the year but because of Corona virus we cancelled and asked for a refund. He dealt with it seamlessly and very professionally. Cannot wait to book again!
US
The tour operator was knowledgeable, well spoken, respectful, patient and fun.
With hundreds of safari companies to choose from, we were lucky we chose Suricata. From the moment we first contacted them, they worked tirelessly to make sure every detail was taken care of.
Our guide Frederick was incredible, and made being in the wild so comfortable with his care and deep knowledge of the animals. And our chef, Chaz, worked around the clock making us delicious meals ever day.
For those afraid of coming to Tanzania because of COVID 19, do not worry, the country and all of its attractions are open and ready for you.