With so many tour and travel companies that exist in Uganda and offer almost the same service, choosing the best and ideal one to deal with also becomes a big challenge. While they all play the same role in one way, they provide distinct services. To choose that best dream Travel Company to book your safari with, a number of factors have to be put into consideration;
1. Conduct adequate research
With many companies that are available and offer related services, finding that best company to deal with becomes more challenging. That said, you need to first conduct adequate research on different Travel Companies that offer the same service before you make a choice on which one to deal with. While choosing which company to deal with, first know if the company you intend to deal with is registered. Today, there are many people with companies but surprisingly, most of them aren’t recognized something that puts you at a risk of dealing with wrong elements.
2. Compare the rates
Each travel company its own rates and that said, it is always important that you cross check with different companies to ascertain which one has the best prices with the best offers. Note, some companies may seem cheaper but cheap isn’t cheap and never the best to be opt. You realize that there are hidden charges that they may disclose to you on the last day that you will book a safari therefore you have to be very keen. Also, expensive ones do not mean that they offer the best. That is why you need to carry out research to know which one offers the best rates. On websites, there are rates displayed that you can check through. By looking at different rates, you will be in position to make comparisons and make choice. Make sure you calculate costs well and as well, do not miss to cross check the costs for other things that aren’t part of the safari including transportation and activities.
Avoid the single supplement-so many travel companies charge you for single supplement meaning more money for you to have your own room. Usually, this is done to avoid mixing and pairing visitors. However, the best travel company does pair the solo visitors especially those of the same sex in the same room. Avoid companies that charge extra cost for traveling solo.
3. Ensure that you are the audience
Avoid companies that are for everyone. In most cases, others tend to list their guest demographics on the ‘about’ page and you can see from the pictures of their safaris who goes on it. Besides, you can tell the audience depending on the area of stay whether hostel or guesthouse.
4. Professionalism
While planning for a trip, the company you intend to deal with should show some of professionalism. They should have the best, experienced, well-trained, knowledgeable driver guides to take you through your safari. They also have techniques on life saving in case of accidents and portray good customer care.
5. Safety record
The travel company that you wish to deal with should have some good record when it comes to safety. It should follow some proper safety requirements and accredited by local government, government especially it is registered and other recognized trade organizations. Your safety is very key when it comes to any kind of safari.
6. Check the reputation
Ensure that you have cross checked with how other visitors have enjoyed their time with the same company. You can check through the online reviews to see what others have written about the same company you intend to book your safari with.
7. Reliability
Before you choose to book a safari with any travel company ask yourself is it a reliable company. Some tour companies only target to get what they need and after, it becomes a long story. A recognized and registered company has office and quick at responding to what visitors ask for.
Lastly, there are a number of factors one needs to look through before making a choice on which travel company to deal. The travel company you choose to deal with also forms part of your travel experience at a destination.
