Naturetrek Traveller Reviews

The holiday was titled “The Gambia In Style” which comprised daily bird watching excursions combined with time to relax and take in the atmosphere around our riverside hotel/lodge. The bird watching trips were either by canoe, on foot or further afield by minibus. They were led by a very knowledgeable bird expert and excellent local guides. We stayed in the superb Mandina Lodges which was well furnished in a fabulous location on the mangrove and with excellent food.

Very well organised with excellent pre departure information which includes a great website and physical brochure of all of their holidays. Flights were good and on time and we were well looked after in The Gambia - I had no issues during the whole week away.

Visited Ghana to enjoy the wildlife and particularly Picathartes and Pangolins. Local guides were fantastic and delivered on both, as well as patiently showing us many of the birds that live in the forests and savanna. The heat took some getting used to but the accommodation and food provided was of a high standard and I'd recommend this destination to everyone.

The tour operator was brilliant, particularly helping with the complicated visa process. They ably dealt with my requests for domestic flights before / after the trip and the tailor-made extension I requested as part of the trip.

bird watching trip to The Gambia

Well organised and great leaders

A fantastic snapshot of a vast swathe of open mixed habitat and the species, (birds in particular) that lie within. Authentic delights of Spanish hospitality, culture and consideration, with a group of like minded people.

Firstly Naturetrek offer a vast range of choice in holiday destinations, subject matter and broadness to their inclusivity for all who wish to explore in this way. Nothing is too much trouble, clarity and efficient management have made the holidays so far an absolute joy.

Winter bird watching in Somerset with an outstanding guide, Olly

Naturetrek is always brilliant. Friendly, well organised and a fabulous range of trips.

We saw fascinating animals and birds wild in their natural settings, and had the opportunity to observe them for long enough to watch their natural behaviour, and also take good photographs and videos. Having a guide who could both find and give interesting information about the wildlife was invaluable.

Excellent in every aspect - office staff knowledgeable and helpful; structure of itinerary very good; all staff on the trip could not be faulted; wildlife guide Raul Guarnizo is an asset to Naturetrek: he is extremely knowledgeable and skilled, as well as being friendly, kind and interesting. He put great effort into making our holiday the best it could be. His helpful attention to our needs and wishes continued throughout the trip, right up to our check-in at Cuiaba airport.

It was a bird watching trip in The Gambia. With the excellent itinerary and leadership we saw a high number of target species of birds and butterflies. Loved every minute of it.

Top quality pre tour documentation, excellent communication and produced a great trip for all of the guests.

It was the trip of a lifetime, a 50th birthday present to go and see giraffes (and loads of other wildlife but the giraffes were why we booked) in Uganda. An amazing welcoming country with incredible animals

Great communications that guided me through all the visa and vaccinations needed to have an amazing trip

Loved seeing a pangolin

Wonderful

A week's tailormade extension up-river in Gambia followed by a week at Mandina Lodges with a small group - birding focused.

Naturetrek - delivers from the moment you look at their website to saying your goodbyes at the airport.