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Simba Sounds

29 days
Start and end in Nairobi
5.0
5 traveler reviews
Simba Sounds - Absolute Africa
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 28
Age range 18 to 80
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Highlights

  • Explore the Giraffe Park and Elephant Orphanage
  • Experience game drives in the Masai Mara
  • Cruise and walk in Lake Mburo National Park
  • Trek to see gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial and Museum

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1-2 KENYA
  2. Day 3-6 KENYA
  3. Day 7-9 KENYA
  4. Day 10-12 UGANDA
  5. Day 13-16 UGANDA
  6. Day 17-20 UGANDA - RWANDA
  7. Day 21-22 RWANDA
  8. Day 23-25 TANZANIA
  9. Day 26-28 TANZANIA
  10. Day 29 TANZANIA-KENYA
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What's Included

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  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Absolute Africa

4.5
(172 reviews)

Number of tours

46

Age Range

18 to 80 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

100%

With over thirty years of experience running safaris from London to Cape Town and living and working on the Continent, enjoy the thrills, laughs, smiles and challenges of Africa with us, knowing that our crew, staff and management are doing all possible to make your safari memorable. In 1979 we...

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Customer Reviews

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  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
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    4.8
  • 4.5
  • Simba Sounds reviewer 1
    · August 25th, 2017
    The trip exceeded my expectation. It is awesome with the great guide and driver and other group members. Everything is organized well. It is a life time experience.
    Absolute Africa commented on this review
    Hi Lucy, thanks for your review. We hope to see you back again on one of our trips in the future!
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    Trip date: July 2017
  • NM
    · October 22nd, 2016
    Just finished 26 day tour (Simba Sounds) with Absolute Africa. I'm in my fifties and my son is 18 and we both agree that this holiday was the best ever. Had such a wonderful time from the Mara, Gorillas and the Serengeti. The Tour leader Derek was outstanding, organised and always available. The group was a mix of ages and nationalities and we all got along and mucked in. We have been on a previous overland in Africa with a different company but this tour blew it away. Saw all the Big Five and more. Special mention for our fantastic driver David who always had a smile for everyone and is one of life's gentlemen. Can't recommend this tour highly enough.
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    Absolute Africa commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your great review Niall. We are happy to hear that both you and your son had such a good time and have passed on your comments to Derek and David. Do get back in touch if you are looking to get back to Africa in the future!
    Trip date: September 2016
  • AG
    · August 23rd, 2016
    I recently finished a two month trip in Africa, and it was the most rewarding and inspiring journey I have had the opportunity to take. I began my trip on the Simba Sounds route, travelling from Kenya through to Uganda, Rwanda, and finally Tanzania. This was my first solo travel, and first time in Africa. From the moment I booked the trip, the office was in constant contact to answer any of my questions, and always responded within the day. The trip itself was an amazing experience. From the game drives in the Masai Mara, to trekking gorillas in Uganda, to rafting the Nile, there was a wide range of activities for everyone. Travelling on the big yellow truck affectionately named 'Shaggy' gave time for each of us travellers to get to know each other, as did camping and cooking together. The trip was made even more memorable by the enthusiastic crew travelling with us. The driver, Patrick, skilfully navigated the bumpy - and sometimes terrifyingly narrow - roads, getting us to each destination safe and sound. The guide, Joe, always had a smile on his face and really brought the group together. Each night he told us stories of the places we were visiting, so not only did we experience the countries first hand, but had the chance to learn more about its unique history. Following the 26 day tour, I journeyed on to climb Mt Kilimanjaro booked through Absolute Africa. Sampson was extremely helpful in making sure we were well prepared to begin our hike, and by following his 'golden rules of the mountain' all five climbers in our group made it safely to the summit. My experience travelling with Absolute Africa was so wonderful, that instead of backpacking for the last four weeks of my time in Africa, I flew to meet up with the group to travel in Zambia and Zimbabwe. Natasja in the office was extremely helpful and accommodating, finding the best places for me to join and providing amazing support the whole time. I would highly recommend Absolute Africa to anyone looking to travel overland in Africa, it truly is the experience of a lifetime!
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    Absolute Africa commented on this review
    Thank you for your comments Ashley. We are very happy to hear you enjoyed your trip with Joe and Patrick so much, as well as reaching the summit of Africa's highest mountain! We look forward to welcoming you back if you ever fancy coming back to explore... Show more
    Trip date: June 2016
  • Simba Sounds reviewer 4
    · January 3rd, 2016
    Absolute Africa is absolutely the best!! I've toured with more expensive companies and they were good. But this trip was outstanding. first, Absolute Africa seems to be he only company doing the full loop around lake Victoria. That sold me. But what really put this trip over the top - aside from seeing gorillas, lions, cheetahs, chimps, leopards, elephants, hippos, Cape buffalo, etc. - was the absolutely first-rate service we got rom our guide Troy and our driver Patrick. They went above and beyond to make sure we were well fed, well taken care of, and had a blast!! I recommend this trip and any part of it to everyone and I will travel with Absolute Africa again when I come back.
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    Absolute Africa commented on this review
    Thank you for your comments - we look forward to welcoming you back to Africa on your next trip!
    Trip date: December 2015
  • CV
    · August 27th, 2013
    This was a seriously excellent tour! I met great people, saw loads of amazing things, ate delicious meals (thanks head chef and guide Ali) and generally had a fantastic time! Thanks Absaf, it was awesome!!!!!!!!
    Trip date: July 2013

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Simba Sounds
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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • Is tipping included?

      Tipping is not included in your tour cost as it is completely optional. If you feel your guide and crew went above and beyond to make your trip special, tipping would be greatly appreciated.

    • Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?

      Once you have a confirmed booking on this tour, we can request additional accommodation for you with the tour operator.

    • Are flights included?

      As we have travellers from all over the world, flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. We recommend that you do not book your flights until your place on the tour has been confirmed. Check out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner to book your flight - https://flights.tourradar.com

    • Are any vaccines required?

      We recommend you contact a medical professional for the most up to date and accurate information. TourRadar cannot legally give medical advice and we want you to be well prepared for your trip of a lifetime!

    • I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?

      If you are travelling alone there is not a single supplement as the accommodation is based on share accommodation depending on availability. Please contact our team of Travel Experts for further information.

    • What are the inclusions of the tour?

      This tour is fantastic value for money due to the number of activities, meals and transport included, to see all the inclusions on the tour please click 'What's Included' on the main tour page.

    • Is there a hotel list available?

      All the accommodation on the tour is subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. After the booking is finalised you will be issued your final trip documents with your specific accommodation details.

    • Do I need a visa?

      As a tour booking website, TourRadar cannot organise visas for you on your behalf as the visa requirements are regularly being updated and vary for the nationality of one traveller to the next. However, we recommend checking with your local embassy or consulate website for the latest up to date information.

    • What are the optional excursions?

      The tour operator has advised that additional optional excursions available for this tour are on a request basis and can be organised once on the tour.

    • What is the local payment?

      The local payment is a separate payment from the initial price you pay before you leave. If a local payment is required it will be shown with the trip price.

      This second payment is made in Africa at the start of your trip. It is payable in USD.

      The local payment provides us with the means for expenses that need to be paid in cash to local businesses en route to be arranged in the most cost effective manner possible, a saving we can then pass on to you. It also means we can operate in a way that directly supports local businesses and wildlife authorities as we travel.

      Local Payment will not be changed once you have booked your travel arrangements.

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    Good to Know

    Tour ID: 6287

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    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types G, C, E, F, J, D, M. As a traveler from England you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, J, D, M. As a traveler from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types G, C, E, F, J.

      Type G
      Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda
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      Rwanda
      Type E
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      Type F
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      Type J
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      Type M
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    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Cholera - Recommended for Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. Ideally 3 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Rabies - Recommended for Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. Ideally 1 month before travel.
      • Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Recommended for Kenya. Yellow fever - Required for entrance into the country for Rwanda. Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Uganda. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before February 16th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after February 16th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Absolute Africa. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Absolute Africa will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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