Hakuna Matata Package

Terrific experience. We visited Mabamba swamp, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi, Lake Mburo and Kampala. We would recommend our guide (and driver of the Toyota LandCruiser safari car) David Magoomu. We had a 14 day safari journey and 1 day Kampala (we had a few mornings/afternoons off, so it can be done in less days). The game drives were with our own guide, and other (boat/walking/mountain biking) safaris were with local guides. The gorilla trekking was most memorable. Lodges were good and terrific high level of service, and Gorilla Leisure Lodge was extremely client service focused (among them the waiters, like Hassan). We would recommend this trip and especially our guide David. Roads in Uganda are good (not much potholes), except of course for sand roads. The contact during the booking process (with Nadia) made us go to this travel agency instead of another one. The SGR garanty (in case of bankruptcy) was also important to us.

Our safari trip in Uganda was honestly one of the most beautiful and unforgettable experiences of our lives. Uganda is an incredible country: the landscapes are breathtaking, the wildlife is extraordinary, and the people are some of the kindest and most welcoming we have ever met. We saw so many amazing animals and every day felt like a real adventure. We have already recommended this experience with Safari Africano to many friends and family because it was a life-changing trip. Overall, the itinerary was well organized and everything worked smoothly. Having a private guide for the whole journey was definitely comfortable, especially because it was reassuring to have someone driving, explaining things, and accompanying us throughout the safari. That said, there are a few points that we think could improve the experience for future travelers. First of all, we would not recommend Rushaga Gorilla Lodge. We already explained the reasons in detail directly to both the guide and the travel agent during the trip, so we will not repeat everything here, but unfortunately it was the only accommodation where we did not very feel comfortable. Another important suggestion concerns the golden monkey trekking itinerary. We strongly recommend sleeping directly in the golden monkey area the night before the trek, instead of staying in Bwindi. In our case, after the gorilla trekking, we actually had the whole day free because we found the gorillas very quickly and finished early. We basically spent the rest of the day resting for many hours. The next day, however, we had to wake up around 4 a.m., drive for about 4 hours, do a 2–3 hour trek in the forest, then continue with another 6–7 hour transfer followed by a night safari. It was exhausting and unnecessary. It would make much more sense to transfer to the golden monkey area the evening before, so travelers only have one long transfer after the trek instead of two in the same day. Regarding our guide, overall we had a positive experience with Emmanuel because he was knowledgeable and explained many interesting things during the trip. However, we also believe the experience could have been warmer and more engaging. At times he seemed nervous or not very approachable, and occasionally the way he answered made us feel slightly uncomfortable. We travel a lot and have had many guides in different countries, and while he was definitely competent, he was not the most friendly or welcoming guide experienced. Often we received information at the very last moment, once we had already arrived somewhere. Overall okay, we absolutely recommend him but at the end of the trip, we felt like we were saying goodbye to a just a guide rather than to a friend; personally, we would have loved to build a warmer connection and even leave with a hug, but unfortunately the atmosphere never really became open enough for that. Still, these aspects did not take away from the beauty of the journey itself. This trip was absolutely extraordinary and something we will remember forever. Uganda completely stole our hearts, and despite a few imperfections, this was truly one of the best travel experiences we have ever had. Considering the overall experience, this trip offered truly extraordinary value for money and exceeded our expectations in so many ways.

We loved our safari in Uganda! The iternary was just how we wanted it. Lots of natural parks and activities. Our guide Emmanuel was great. We felt comfortable, safe and he taught us so much about the country and wildlife. He was just as excited as we were when we spottted animals. To make this journey during raining season was great: parks were not crowded at all, nature was green and so many animals! We even completed the big 5!

We booked our safari with africasafaritrips.com just three days before arriving in Nairobi, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions we made. Antony was amazing from start to finish—patient, friendly, and always quick to help. He planned everything for us, from the lodges and tented camps to airport transfers and the flight from Maasai Mara to Nairobi. He even suggested a few hidden luxury camps that you won’t find on sites like Expedia or Booking.com. We chose Elerai Camp in Amboseli, and it was incredible! The camp had great facilities, a stunning location, and the staff treated us like family. They also gave us a 24/7 local contact number that actually works—I tried calling, and they answered right away. The whole trip went so smoothly. The places Antony recommended were perfect, and our guide Francis made the game drives fun and memorable. We also want to thank Joseph for looking after us during the Nairobi city tour and transfers. He’s very professional and kind—a real asset to the company. We’re now back home and just wanted to say a huge thank you to Antony and the Africa Safari Trips team for making our Kenya trip so special. Everything was well organized, and we had an amazing time. We’ll definitely recommend them to our friends and family.

We had a great trip! Nadia made a good plan for us en after some changes it looked good on paper. In real life it turned out to be the best! The first 2 days in Nairobi were good. Good hotel, nice trip to the town and good food. After that we went on a 9 day safari with our guide Victor. He showed is all the animals we wanted to see (except the snake). He knew so much about the animals and told us everything. Knew the answer to our questions. Always in a good mood, asking us what we wanted and with a really good sense of humor. He is also a really good driver, we always felt safe in the car. He made our trip unforgettable. The last days of relaxing at diani beach were great. We had the time of our lives.

We had an amazing week on Safari with our guide Mohsin. He knew all the animals, could spot them from such a distance where I even had trouble find them with my binoculars, and knew all the roads so well. Also, he's a very experienced driver and knows the car in-and-out. We also had such a good time on personal level, having fun and making jokes, exchanging ideas and tips... I can only highly recommend, and will be happy to book any time again (with Mohsin of course!)