BE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable close to nature and wildlife experience in North Tanzania
Together with my wife, my sister and my brother in law , we had a six-day safari in North Tanzania with HAPPY WORLD SAFARIS from April 26 until the third of May. It was a 'once in a lifetime experience'. We booked this safari directly with Happy World Safaris after I recieved very good references from a friend who traveled with them before. After a few emails, Joseph Nkony ( the owner) proposed us a program that was fully based on our expectations. It was also cheaper than similar programs that are offered by the travel agencies who operates from Belgium and the Netherlands.
From the moment we were picked up at Kilimanjaro airport everything was arranged perfectly. We didn't have nothing to worry about, the service was great.
The first night we stayed in a hotel in Arusha, and the days after we visited Tarangiri National Park, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorogoro crater. We stayed in lodges and tented lodges, both very comfortable arrangements. Especially the tented lodges in the middle of the Serengetti offer a special close to nature experience.
We spent six days on game drive in a full equiped landrover with Joseph and Tony, the driver guide. They are very experienced in wildlive, nature and ecology and they showed us a very wonderful and intens view on nature and wildlive in North Tanzania. With their experiance spotting ‘the big five’ seemed easy, but they also gave us the experiance of hundreds of thousend Gnoe’s and Zebra’s preparing fort the great migration, a hunting lion and heyena, a juvenile leopard hidden in a tree, giraffes, hippo’s, crocodiles, al kind of antilopes, monkeys, pumba’s, vultures, eagles…. On my demand they also gave a lot of attention at the fenomenal variety of birds living there. They also initiated us in african culture and especially the way of live of the Massai.
Happy World Safaris proved to be a very reliable organisation. During the trip Joseph and Tony became more than just a guide and driver to us. Thanks to their professionalism, their respect for wildlife, nature and African culture, their reliability , sense of humour and warmth this safari turned out to be an unforgetable experience for the four of us. Thank you Joseph and Tony. I’m sure we ‘ll meet again.
Paul en Marianne from Belgium.
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent safari operator
I did the Kidepo safari itinerary suggested by Saso Uganda Safaris, with the amendment of adding on a visit to a Ziwa rhino sanctuary. Saso Uganda safaris were excellent from the start.
Quick to respond, answered all my many questions. I imitated another reviewer here and paid the full balance of the safari in advance, as this felt safer than carrying a large amount of cash.
On the safari itself, their chosen driver/guide, Ahmed, was excellent - a safe driver and an informative and interesting travel companion. I would strongly recommend their Kidepo safari in particular - Kidepo was beautiful, worth the long drive. We got lucky and saw a lot of wildlife, including lions. Thanks Saso Uganda Safaris!!!!!!!
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing experience where they take care of you and invest time in every traveller individually!
I really enjoyed the full experience. The drive from Joburg to Kruger National Park was relaxed, where I could ask a lot of questions and where you could enjoy the silence on other moments. I travelled individually and this organization was just perfect for that. They spend enough time on you, but also give you the freedom and time for yourself on other moments. I enjoyed the company and the experience during the safari. We didn't see a lot of animals, but that can happen on any day. I did some safari's before, so I know how difficult it is to spot animals.
The lodge was very nice and I had a very big room. Also the swimming pool was clean and enjoyable. I decided to do the panorama route as well and that was definitely a good choice! I had the opportunity to do the big swing and I saw beautiful sceneries. The guide also provided us with information about the places on panorama route.
This was a great experience with an organization where they really take care of you! I would recommend this to everybody!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Gails strengths are listening to what we were after and her personalised service
From the first contact with Gail she was professional, informative and listened to what we were after in our holiday. She was able to put together an amazing trip that exceeded our expectations. The arrangements and logistics that Gail organised went smoothly and added to our whole experience. The personal touches such as calling us before, during and after our holiday and arranging for assistance through Customs were added bonuses.
High recommend Gail and we will definitely be using Gail again for future holidays.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nicely organised and great experience!
The operators were helpful and prompt in communication. Ours was a 7 day trip to 4 Safari Parks - Masai Mara, Nakuru, Naivasha anc Amboseli ... we managed to go to the Equator too. The travel between places was long with some delays related to weather and traffic but the drivers were skilful. Good food and tour guides were knowledgeable and helped us see the Big Fives! Enjoyable and unforgettable experience!
PH
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome and great
Guides were very knowledgeable and they did not solicit gratuities
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent service, demonstrating a high level of knowledge and experience, delivering top quality.
Our experience throughout with Tailormade Africa was excellent. We felt that Clyde understood our requirements and demonstrated a real interest in getting to know what we wanted and our level of safari experience. In putting together our trip we always felt that he was striving for something tailored to us and seeking the best of what was available. Having booked, Clyde then looked after us at all stages up to and through the trip, meaning that we never felt out of his care. We had a most fantastic trip, with superb accommodation, excellent guides and very memorable experiences throughout, both in South Africa (at the beginning and end) and on safari in Botswana (the main part of the trip). Overall, we were extremely satisfied and would definitely use Tailormade Africa again.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
I have realised one of my dreams crossing Namibia on a horse and in a truly adventurous way!!
It was the adventure I was hoping it would be!Felt alive and free! Sky, stars, sand,dunes sun, horses, scorpions, dust, sweat and speed all dressed with laughter's, great food, superb organisation and lots of grit....considering my group happened to start under a very very...very much needed torrential rain storm!!! I will always remember that sense of belonging I developed with the horses and the place, for a few intense days we formed a big temporary family where horses and their humans were moving and breathing all together in this 350km ride!! It was all amazing and very real ...one very special moment that touched me and that I will always take with me was climbing up the Kuiseb with Clinton, we really did it together and I will never forget this horse...I could sense he was truly taking care of me and waiting for me ...protecting me in this tricky climb, as difficult as it was, as much as I was trying my best to give him manouvering space!Another highlight the stormy sunsets with rainbows and blood red skies whilst sipping a Savannah and handling my camera ..and the unforgettable gallops on Xerox, who so far, is the lightest and easier mare I rode at speed!! She loves speed!!Finally ....the "dearly beloved" crew!! Always there with a smile and advice if needed from wake up time to sleeping time always moving perfectly in sync and being the glue that stuck us together humans and horses for the whole distance and under every circumstance being it a rainstorm of the hottest day..thank you all guys hope to come back again soon!!!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Potential and Reliable Agent
I have been to Uganda in late April till early May with my friends for 6days.
I never thought about that its possible to make early bookings / early deposits in Uganda.
But these guys proved me wrong, and they were honest with every penny we sent in-advance in early January this year.
My Husband and I plus three more couples joined us to visit gorillas in Uganda, we booked with Gorilla Bookings and sent in our half-deposit early enough to secure trekking permits. Justus together with his team made our dreams come true.
You will always have my recommendations!
US
They are very knowledgeable and professional in their approach
They are very professional and design a great 2 weeks based on our requirements and budget. We covered South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana. Drivers/guides had great knowledge and communication skills. Hotels selected were comfortable and met our expectations as we asked for a 4 star package.