23 Jan 2025
When we decided we wanted to take a gorilla trekking safari, I talked with a close friend who used Bamboo Ecotours several months earlier. He had nothing but good things to say about the entire experience, thus we decided to use Bamboo when we booked our three day safari. Am I glad we did! We can truthfully say there was not a single negative, or even 'OK' aspect of our trip. Everything was very positive and spectacular from the moment we first researched the different safaris until we were dropped back at our hotel in Kigali at the end of the safari. Bamboo owner Edison was very helpful during the entire process. We had many questions and concerns while deciding which safari to take, what hotel to choose and other questions. Edison always replied swiftly and was very helpful and thorough in explaining everything we needed to know! From the moment our driver, Jackson, picked us up at our hotel until he dropped us off three days later, we were taken on an experience of a lifetime! Jackson is friendly, experienced, and a safe driver. The restaurants chosen for our meals, and our hotel were all first rate. When we arrived at the Bwindi entrance, everything we needed to know was explained to us. We even had some locals entertain us with music and dancing before we ventured out. The hike into the forest to the gorillas is grueling for sure! But once we arrived at our gorilla family, all that effort more than paid off. If you've decided to take a gorilla trekking safari, Bamboo Ecotours will take you there with memories for a lifetime!