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Comments from our clients
who wish to share out their experiences. Their comments are never edited
but as they appear. Some are willing
to have direct contact with whoever would like to get some insights and
first hand opinions about our trips. Let us know if you would like to get
in contact.
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Subject: Message from Francis
From: "Fran Raynes"
Date: Sun, Febuary 5, 2012 10:04 am
To: "william-maasai mara"
<inquiry@culturelinksafaris.com>
Priority: Normal
Having
just completed a trip with culture links I must recommend them for an
adventure of a lifetime. William and his team provide a boutique Eco
solution tailor-made to your requirements and with the flexibility of being
able to make alterations whilst in the bush. I embarked on a trekking trip
with magnificent views as we crossed the great rift valley passing through
herds of wilder beast, zebra, gazelle and many magnificent birds including
the bustard. Our Masai guide informed us about the fauna and the many uses
for it in the bush . William has an eye for spotting wildlife and it was in
the Masai mara early one morning he spotted a couple of cheaters who were
more than happy for us to watch them until other spotters arrived. It was a
truly remarkable experience with each day being very different and the cook
continuing to surprise us with the quality and variety of food he served up
. Many thanks to William and his team.".......francis, uk
Subject: Re: Greetings from Arab Emirates
From: "Josephine Njenga"
Date: Thu, December 1, 2011 8:19 pm
To: "william-maasai mara"
<inquiry@culturelinksafaris.com>
Priority: Normal
Hi William,
Thank you for a well co-ordinated
trip you exceeded my expectations, we had such a lucky and a blessed trip
because on our first day of game view we saw all kind of animals unlike as
William was saying it takes even more than a week to see all animals,the
photo's will be a life time sweet memories. On behalf of my dear mum we
thank you for being such friends and the chef Mathenge it was great to
experience your cooking, we wish you well and prosperity.God bless.
Best regards,
Josephine(Kenyan)
Shalom....
Subject: Hello from Switzerland
From"Janina
Toscan"
Date: Sun, August 28, 2011 7:42 pm
To: "CultureLink Safaris"
<inquiry@culturelinksafaris.com>
Priority: Normal
Abari
We landed well and now we have already been working for
one week.
Thank you for the fantastic
"adventure"-holidays. We always had a good service. You and your
crew looked after us very well.
Please give our best regards to your family and crew.
We attached some pictures, some others are coming.
We are looking forward to hearing from you.
Ciao ragazzo
Roland and Janina
To: William
<inquiry@culturelinksafaris.com>
Subject: Hello
Hi William
Thanks a lot for your
organisation of our safari trip.
You were patient,
uncomplicated and very attentive in finding the animals (even the
lions....).
If we return again in
your beautiful country for a safari we will again send you a mail.
Have a nice time and
enjoy all the good times.....
Greetings from
Switzerland,
Armin (Bruno/Sam)
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To: William
<inquiry@culturelinksafaris.com>
Subject: photos &
comments on the wonderful trek in Loita Hills
Dear William,
Many thanks again for a
wonderful and most memorable Loita Hills trek. Michael and I have wanted to
sit down together to write to you with our comments on the trip, but rather
than wait until I return to London I thought I'd send you a quick email of
my own.
In every way, for me, the
excursion was an incredible introduction to Kenya
and for Michael I know it
was a fantastic way to come to know a part of his country he'd not yet
experienced before.
The group you organised
was such wonderful company on the four days. Everyone was most considerate,
welcoming and hospitable and the conversations around the bonfire and
during the relaxing breaks were terrific.
Your planning left
nothing to be desired, except of course we wish we'd had more time! The
accommodations were very comfortable - I've never before been on such a serious
and rugged extended hike with so many luxuries. Throughout our email
correspondence prior to the trip you gave us a very honest and realistic
view of what to expect, though I have to say the beauty I encountered was
beyond all possible expectations.
In particular, thank you
for your flexibility in scheduling and customising the trek for us, not
only did you make it possible for me to participate in convalescence,
whilst providing the rugged trek we’d hoped for, but you also catered to me
as a vegetarian without Michael feeling left out as a true omnivore - the
food was fresh and delicious and every single meal during the four days was
a different menu! David's cooking was excellent.
If anyone would like a
personal recommendation please feel free to put them in touch with us at
lariosbogecho@mac.com
.... my only hesitation to spreading the word about you and your work would
be that I'd worry you might be fully booked up the next time we?re in Kenya
!
All the very best wishes,
Mariana (& Michael)
[US/UK/Mexico/Kenya]
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To:
inquiry@culturelinksafaris.com
Subject: Re: Clark-Hall’s
Hi William,
Thank you for your
emails. I am sorry not to have responded before but we have been very busy
over Christmas.
Mike and I had a
fantastic time in Kenya , and really enjoyed our Safari with you. It was
exactly the sort of trip we had hoped for, and I dont think we have any
criticism that would be helpful for you!
Please convey our good
wishes to the whole team, and remember us to the villages we passed
through, in particular Ndutu.
I hope we get the
opportunity to came back and have another walking trip with you.
best wishes
Steve and Mike
Clark-Hall, UK
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To:
inquiry@culturelinksafaris.com
Subject: Re: Hello from
Kenya
Dear William,
I got home safe and
started working right away. It was nice to be with my family again. I
showed them all the nice fotos and told them everything you taught me about
Kenia and its nature and people. Thank you for a very special time, Freya
Here is my comment for
your page (if you need it, I can translate it into German also): William
and his crew took me to Hell's Gate because I wanted to go hiking. The
scenery is spectacular and Wiliams knowledge of Kenia and its people, of
plants and animals, of geography and geology of that vulcanic region is
amazing. For me it was also very interesting and fun to recieve
ethnological information about african tribes, riddles, stories and jokes.
Concerning the rest of the crew: Our driver was very experienced and drove
safely. The cook prepared delicious local food with ingredients fresh from
the market. At night they lit a comfortable bondfire and there was even a
challenging scrabble-game. I can really recomend all of them!
Freya,
German
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To:
inquiry@culturelinksafaris.com
Subject: Client feed-back
Mt. Kenya trekking
This year I had the
chance to realize a dream I had already for a long time: to climb up the
Mt. Kenya !
And indeed it was like a
dream: a wonderful, amazing vegetation I've never experienced in other
mountainous regions before, a quietness and loneliness in pure nature where
you meet other persons just in the huts during the night and I must say, I
was even surprised how easy it is to reach the altitude of 5000m with no
physical problems at all. (My tactic: an extra day at Shipton's camp,
drinking a lot of water between the meals and to walk so slowly that you
always enjoy your hike.) A little hint to be aware of: In Europe the
mountain huts can be heated up with wood, the huts in the National Park of
Mount Kenya not!
Therefore, take a warm
sleeping bag with you!!!
Another marvelous thing
which I have to mention was the food. Yes, the food! As a housewife I
appreciated the wonderful cooking very much (starter, soup, main-dish,
fruits) and I even gained weight on a mountain trip!
Summarizing I have to say
it was an outstanding experience for me and CultureLinkSafaris puts into
reality what its name stands for: links cultures together! William not only
told me many interesting things about wildlife, nature and Kenyan culture,
he was also the only guide in the huts who socialized with the customers
for chatting, playing cards or whatever. This approach and the knowing that
local people are benefiting from this ecotourism gives you the good feeling
you need if you travel in Africa .
Thanks very much,
Williams, for this unforgettable week! I hope I can come again with my kids
for a safari-adventure!
J. Stutz
Switzerland
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To: inquiry@culturelinksafaris.com
Subject: Hello from
Zurich
Hello William,
thanks for wishing us the
best here in our fall with already chilly temperatures and often fog, which
sometimes remains the whole day.
Seen from far:
I appreciated very much the
personal approach that you and the other guides you have chosen had to us
as a group and to me in person. You have been flexible and have been able
to make arrangements for our wishes.
yours
Hans-Peter
Switzerland
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Jambo, William.
Our return was safe and
comfortable, just very tiring by the time we reached New Delhi . The first
thing we did was to give the film for processing and then download the
digital pictures, and spent the evening going over them!
Our trip to East Africa
was perfect. It was the realisation of a long-standing desire for both of
us. When you have been looking forward to something for years you build it
up so much in your mind that in the end it is a little disappointing. But
this experience was everything we imagined and more. Your organisation of
the trip was not only efficient, it was so thoughtful too. I do believe
Africa will find us returning.
One of the best things
about visiting Africa was meeting you. We enjoyed your company and your
friendship, and we felt the same way you did. I am sure God will bring us
together again. Meanwhile, do keep in touch and do plan that trip for
Northern Kenya and for Mombasa/Zanzibar....
C. Rao.
INDIA
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Jambo Kimeli !
...You know, I really
think that you have a wonderful job! If I live in Kenya I would love to do
your job. Now that I’m in France I start to realize all the beautifuls
animals and landscape I’ve seen and I’m so happy to have discover a such
beautiful country with so nice people. I promise to myself that one day I
will come back to Kenya and Tanzania .
Sindy
FRANCE
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Jambo
We are a group of swiss
mountainguids and climbers. It was our pleasir to make a trip for
negotiation to Mt. Kenya with william. He is a exellent guide who knows a
lot about natur and cultur. Our trip was on february 2004. Since that we
are trying to organize touristgroups to bring them to kenya and for sure
our only guide will be william ... All of us where perfectly well kept and
we dont ask for any other and better needs
Noti Juerg.
Switzerland
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