DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trip of a Lifetime
We were traveling in early December 2017 for 7 days with Gosheni Safaris and would like to share our experiences here.
The first surprise was that within a few hours we received an answer to our travel request from Peter, the owner. The many following detailed questions were answered promptly, detailed and friendly.
The offer was so good that we booked the trip and made a 30% down payment. The balance was then paid in cash at the beginning of the safari.
Our tour took us over the Tarangire NP in the Serengeti and then to the Ngorongoro crater. Finally, we visited Lake Manyara NP.
The journey began with pickup by our guide Laban at Kilimanjaro airport.
Laban is a very friendly and very competent guide. He guided us safely and sovereign through the week. So we were e.g. totally thrilled that we could get into a freshly washed vehicle every morning. Laban cleaned the vehicle - an new Landcruiser (!) - inside and out after each day's journey. We have not seen this at any other safari company. You can imagine how these vehicles look like after a week without care ...
The selected accommodations (Palace Hotel Arusha, Maramboi Tented Lodge, Serengeti Acacia Camp, Ngorongoro Farm House) were absolutely outstanding. In particular, the Serengeti Acacia Camp - you hear the lions and hyenas roaring at night. A unique experience.
To the animal observations one can only say: The absolute madness !!
To detail everything in detail would lead too far. Unforgettable moments are guaranteed.
So we were lucky enough to meet the big migration and see hundreds of thousands of wildebeests and zebras.
A pleasant and competent guide is pretty much the most important thing on a safari. Because with him you finally spend the whole day - if he is not motivated then you see only half of the animals. Without a trained eye, it is impossible to see a leopard 50 meters away on a tree. Our guide Laban was an absolute hit!
Gosheni Safaris attaches great importance to satisfied customers - we can only recommend this company. We definitely did not expect such a high standard.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional service!!!
This is a small local business based in St Lucia, SA with staff like Rachael and Angela fully dedicated to making their customer's experience the best ever. The places they chose for our visit was some of the best in and around the country which have left us with lifelong memories. The accomodation chosen for us were nothing but exceptional! There was no task impossible for these girls and they always delivered with a smile! They were accessible 24 hrs should we needed them. We will definitely visit SA again and look forward to organising another trip with these girls.
I would highly recommend this service for future travelers to SA.
DK
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Execellent service and safari
The Company Provides extraordinary good service from the first e-mail contact with them througout the safari and even after the safari if you need any help with further travels and such. The safari guide who took us to Ruaha was fantastic! He knew everything about the Nature and wildlife of the park and managed to find even animals that are very hard to see at the time of year.
We would definetly recomend going with Migration Venture!
US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trip of a Lifetime. Tour of a Lifetime. Shaun nails it!
This was the perfect experience - from the planning stages starting nine months prior to the tour to the luxurious five days on the safari. Truly trip of a lifetime that was so special because of Shaun and his ability to personalize the tour based on our requests to his incredible knowledge of everything that goes on in the park. The trip fully exceeded our expectations. We saw all of big 5 along with a check-book filled guide of other animals and birds. Shaun was an expert on all things and brought our safari to life. His excitement, knowledge and ability to share made the trip perfect. The facilities we used in the public and private park. The personalized food. Can't recommend Shaun and Moriti any higher.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
i had a wonderful service, thanks so much Kwanza Tours. everthing was very great.
Kwanza respond quikly and they have good safari prices, when we arrived in Kampala the guide welcomed us so nicely and we got all what they offer. The lodges were very nice and we saw alot of animals like Lions,giraffes,hyenas and so on. The food at every lodge were we slept was very delicious and people are very friendly. So i reccommed every one who wants to visit Uganda to use Kwanza Tours.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic!
It was wonderful, everything was above & beyond expectations. Loved everything, lion and cubs, cheetahs, sunrise, picnic. Our guide John was very knowledgeable, friendly and fun. B.V.E - Best Vacation Ever!
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fast, helpfull and very friendly
Decided to go to Uganda 2 weeks before flying out and had to figure out a car for selfdrive and a permit for the gorilla's.
After get in contact with Phionah she helped me very well with the car, some equipment for camping and the permit for the tracking.
Her driver picked me up and brought me back to the airport, a very good service from them.
When you have some problems during your trip you can always give her a call, work things out or ask advice.
I really can recomment this travel agency ...
Jasper from Holland
CH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Gorillas and Nyiragongo Volcano
I was in Uganda when i met Elizabeth who just came back from the Congo and told me all about the fantastic trip and Barack and how well everything was organized. I then contacted Barack and he organized everything in very, very short time (visa, Transport to congo, accomodation etc). Baracks brother helped me in Kampala Uganda with everything prior to departure. I am so glad I went to the Congo to see the Gorillas and did the Nyiragongo, both experiences where absolutely fantastic. The accomodation in the Congo provided was very good and in a safe area. One could walk even after dark to the next bar or the grocery shop. barack does not himself participate in the expeditions or drivings, but can always be reached, and as in my case, will take care of any Problem.
I can highly recomend Barack and his Company and if I ever go back to the Congo for a new adventure I will contact Barack first.
Keep up the spirits and the great Job you are doing.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Yet another excellent experience with Tailormade Africa.
Great recommendations from Clyde about where to go in Zanzibar and everything was excellently organised, as always.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Last minute request, absolutely amazing results!
This trip to South Africa was our first international trip as a family and a gift from me to my mom and my two oldest nephews. The safari was the main event planned for our trip and I was a little anxious as I had planned it last minute and I was not entirely sure how it would work out. Justin was amazing in helping me plan each intricate detail and in assuring me that we would be okay and be able to do what we planned. With that being said...
We had an absolutely amazing time!! From start to finish it was greater than we could have ever imagined. To be able to get accommodations in travel and lodging the way we did on such short notice shows just how much of a travel agent genius you are and speaks to the amazing relationships you have cultivated. Our driver to and from the reserve was very welcoming and very gracious. He described every part of the journey to us, pointing out the various farms and plants and trees along the way. As we entered Kruger Park, he slowed and pointed out animals as well as stopped when we spotted some on our own. On our way into the park we saw 3 of the Big Five and were more than ready for to see the rest Kruger had to offer us.
Arriving at MalaMala, we were in awe of the beauty of the lodging itself. We were introduced to Marka, our host and ranger, and from the moment we met him until the moment we left, he was an amazing help. Steeped in knowledge and humble to a fault, his excitement coupled with our own carried our entire trip. Sometimes we had a hard time determining who was more excited, us or him, as we worked to spot the various animals and tracked our favorites. Marka took me on a bush walk where I got to experience the plants up close, finding natural toothbrushes and toothpicks as well as learning which plants were the most dangerous and which could be of help in case of sickness. We spotted and encountered all of the Big Five at least three times in two days. There was not a dull moment at any point. MalaMala itself was beyond our wildest dreams! Baboons playing and Nyala grazing outside of our windows, the scenery a sigh to awaken to, and the songs of the birds a welcomed melody. The rooms were cozy and very roomy with every comfort desired and the staff was absolutely amazing. (I know I sound like I'm gushing but it really was just THAT wonderful!!). The food was delicious and each night dinner around the bonfire was accompanied by tribal song and dance which added a warmth to the atmosphere that even the fire couldn't touch.
Overall, we had an absolutely amazing time at MalaMala and in Kruger Park and I know that when I return, I will return there by way of PaperJet Travel. They are truly a God send and I thank Him for them because there is no way our trip would have been as much of a success as it was without the. Also, they gave amazing recommendations for Soweto tours and we had a great time through them as well. They are phenomenal at what they do and I cannot wait to work with them again!!! :D