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"From the very start of the planning process to the moment we stepped foot in the Masai Mara, our experience with Brilliant Africa was nothing short of incredible. The level of attention and care they put into every aspect of our African safari exceeded our wildest expectations.

The planning stage was seamless, with the team at brilliant africa, taking the time to understand our preferences and tailor the itinerary to our needs. Their expertise and knowledge of the Masai Mara ensured that we had the opportunity to witness the most breathtaking wildlife encounters.

Communication was prompt and clear throughout the entire journey. We were always kept informed about any changes or updates, and our questions were answered with utmost professionalism and friendliness. This level of communication helped us feel at ease and confident in the arrangements.

The price we paid for the trip was more than reasonable, considering the exceptional quality of the experience. Brilliant Africa managed to provide us with top-notch accommodations, delicious meals, and knowledgeable guides, all within our budget.

But what truly sets them apart is their commitment to exceeding expectations. Every moment of our safari was filled with awe-inspiring encounters with the rich and diverse African wildlife. The knowledgeable guides went above and beyond, sharing their expertise and ensuring that we had the best possible sightings.

Our trip to the Masai Mara with Brilliant Africa was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will forever be etched in our memories. We cannot recommend them highly enough for anyone seeking an unforgettable African safari adventure. Thank you, for making our dreams come true!"

"Safari trip to Uganda"

What a fantastic Safari trip to Uganda. We had 17 nights in 6 different camps/lodges and all were great. The variety of things to do and see was brilliant, Classic game drives, walking safaris, Boat safaris, Golden monkeys, Chimps and the Silverbacks (unreal). Finished off with Whitewater rafting on the Nile. The trip was well organised and we really loved our time in Uganda. Thanks Marc and all the team at Brilliant Africa.

"I'd been trying to visit Uganda since…"

I'd been trying to visit Uganda since 2020, we all know what happened then!!

Marc stayed in touch and instilled confidence the trip would happen whenever I was able.

I have just returned from Bwindi, what an experience, never to be forgotten. Everyone in Uganda was reliable, helpful and friendly. It all fitted together seamlessly, even though internal flights can change without a lot of warning I was never left wondering what would happen, all communications were excellent.

A special mention for Justice at Mahogany Springs, what a star.

"Brilliant Africa makes a trip to Uganda even more brilliant"

The ball starting rolling for our trip to Uganda well in advance. Any company can look like a "good option" on the internet, however after searching around Brilliant Africa made us feel confident.

Our personal 'primary goals' for the trip were the Rwenzori for mountaineering and Bwindi for gorilla trekking.

The impressive thing was how Marc and the team not only organized those legs of the trip, but also seamlessly crafted them together with a safari through north and south Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Booking a trip like this can be quite daunting, and Brilliant Africa were very helpful with advice about accommodation options, travel bookings (I highly recommend the internal light aircraft flights as a way to see Uganda from above). Furthermore, our safari guide (also called Marc by chance) was outstanding. Some other parties we saw while traveling on safari were perhaps not as fortunate to have such a great guide (he really was 5*).

Our trip finished back in Entebbe, but due to a flight change we ended up with a couple of extra days. The team made some excellent recommendations for excursions on Lake Victoria, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend others to do the same if schedules permit.

In summary, Brilliant Africa lived up to its name!

"Thank you so much Brilliant Africa! I'm already planning my next trip back!"

Marc from Brilliant Africa helped me put together the most amazing 6 night safari package in Kenya - 2 nights each at Elerai Camp (Amboseli), Severin Safari Camp (Tsavo West) and Satao Camp (Tsavo East). Marc couldn't have been more helpful ...no matter how many questions I hit him with. Everything on the ground was very well organised and went without a hitch ...and the guides I had at each camp (Mwangi, Paul 1 and Paul 2) were beyond fabulous. Each passionate, knowledgeable, helpful and friendly! I would definitely recommend Brilliant Africa!!

"Short add-on trip made my planning so much easier"

Brilliant Africa helped me with a short trek in the Rwenzori Mountains of western Uganda. I had a week between other planned East African travel and wanted to go to this bucket list location. My armchair research became a bit frustrating as most offerings were for summitting these mountains, which I wasn't interested in. Tracy asked me just the right questions to develop and provide an itinerary for me. I was also provided with an essential packing list and destination guide, both of which were very useful. All the travel arrangements went smoothly, and the food was good and copious. The trek itself was wonderful-impeccable guides in an unforgettable landscape. I found it to be excellent value for money.

It isn't my usual style to book with a tour company, but in this case Brilliant Africa made an already complicated trip much easier for me. I recommend them highly.

"Totally Unforgettable African Safari Adventure"

Our entire 14-day African Safari trip organized by Brilliant was wonderful. We were able to customize our itinerary with their suggestions (Marc) and were pleased with every aspect of the trip. The company used great local contractors who are expert and knowledgable; qualities that made our trip memorable. I would recommend BRILLIANT to anyone seeking to have a great safari adventure.

"Magical Honeymoon- a seamless and extraordinary experience"

Before booking with Brilliant Africa we looked through a few other travel groups to get an idea for the various price ranges, experiences and just to see what is out there. After meeting with Marc we felt confident that we were in good hands. Our first meeting was noncommittal and very respectful. Marc was on board with us from the beginning and explained the different kind of trips they offer and how each experience would affect the price range. He was honest and transparent about how we can fit in the range of experiences we were looking for considering we have inquired both for a Safari and Zanzibar/beach portion. He was gracious to go back and draft up different combinations of our trip catered to our request around 4-5 times probably. He was so easy to coordinate with and gracious with his time. It was a huge bonus to work with him (especially because we could not be bothered planning another thing after planning a big wedding.)
After we had agreed on an itinerary we received a beautifully detailed link to our trip and a clear list for packing, weather conditions, what to expect, etc.
When the day finally arrived, we landed at the Kilimanjaro airport in Tanzania and everything was completely smooth and seamless from there! We were greeted by a woman with a sign and taken through to a separate customs lounge, we had a driver pick us up directly from there and take us to the hotel. We were escorted by drivers from hotel to hotel, and every place we stayed at was completely spectacular and unbelievably magical! Each stay had left us in awe and completely enamored with every moment. The staff and the people were wonderful and so kind and genuine, the food was great, the places were beautiful and so special. It was a truly seamless and extraordinary experience!
We had a spectacular itinerary with 6-7 days of Safari and 3 days of Zanzibar island relaxation. It was unbelievably beautiful and special and I highly recommend using Brilliant Africa for future planning!

"Our experience with Brilliant Africa…"

Our experience with Brilliant Africa was top notch and we couldn’t have asked for a better 2 week experience for our honeymoon. From our initial call, it was clear that Marc was an expert in the field and he created a tailored trip just for us. He was flexible with changing arrival/departure dates and a last minute stop over to Stonetown to make sure we were able to take in everything on our wishlist. And he helped make every step to all of our different stops so seamless. We didn’t need to think for 1 moment on this trip because it was so seamlessly planned with all of our guides and lodges being in contact with each other that we experienced white glove door to door service at all times

The guides were incredible - experts on the parks and animals, friendly, flexible, and we felt so taken care of. Emmanuel for Arusha and Ngorongoro and Edward in Serengeti were the most amazing guides at Nomad! We saw so much more than we could have even imagined

The lodges were the best places we have ever stayed at in our entire lives. Each new lodge topped the prior and we were so impressed with the caliber of the staff and the detailed and professional service we received everywhere. Finally - Tulia Resort. I can’t even find the right words to describe how magical our experience was there. We felt so pampered and special and I was on the verge of tears when leaving because the staff by the end of the week literally felt like family. Every part of this trip was perfect

Jake and I refer to this as the best 2 week period of our lives. We would be so fortunate to be able to visit Tanzania again and would not hesitate to book with Brilliant Africa again. Everything was truly better than we ever could have imagined and was the perfect trip. Thank you for being a part of this incredible memory and for making it so easy for us to be able to take in the trip without a single worry. You all are the best at Brilliant Africa!!

"Incredible trip and superb planning"

Incredible trip and superb planning!
Marc was extremely responsive and supportive from the start. This was for our honeymoon and I would recommend it to anyone. Starting with 1 night in Arusha, 4 nights in the Serengeti, 4 nights at Zuri (hotel in northern Zanzibar) and our last night in Stone town Zanzibar. Everything was planned perfectly from transportation to accommodations. All the third party people/companies they use are phenomenal and I cannot speak highly enough of &Beyond who was used for our safari. It was a lovely honeymoon and I will have something to remember forever!