Josh DreamLand Safari team
Josh Dreamland Safari
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- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2023)
- Tour Types:
- Budget & mid-range tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Balazs | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A very nice experience
We have booked a 4 day safari with Josh Dreamland covering Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater and Tarangire. We had a wonderful time, our driver Lucas was a very professional tour guide, explained a lot about the parks, the animals, everything that we have encountered. We never had any doubts about our safety, tour organization was smooth, accomodation and food was provided exactly as agreed. I can absolutely recommend booking with them.
Email Eli | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely amazing time with Josh Dreamland Safari
I have just returned from a 7-day safari with Josh Dreamland Safari (JDS) and I had an absolutely amazing time! I can honestly say that JDS is the best! JDS has all the necessary documents like a TALA license to carry out tourism activities in Tanzania, a TIN certificate, and BRELA registration, which they can send upon request.
From the first time I contacted Elizabeth and Angel regarding the safari until the end of my trip, the communication was excellent. Every day I had a message from Elizabeth to check if I was happy with the food, accommodation, etc. during my 7-day safari, which I thought was a nice touch.
Our safari guide (Godfrey) was great. He was our safari guide for a week, cultural and language educator, animal spotter, and most importantly, our new friend. We had a lot of fun and many laughs. Godfrey had more than 15 years of experience and knew where all the animals were. We saw all of the Big Five and much more--even some rare animals.
When talking to other guests in lodges that booked through big safari companies, we had definitely seen more animals.
I visited in February during the wildebeest and zebra migration, cub, and bird season (December to March). I saw so many cute baby elephants, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and giraffes. Many birds change to bright colors to attract partners during this time.
My trip was as follows:
Day 1 - Lake Manyara NP
Day 2 - Tarangire NP
Day 3-5 - Serengeti
Day 6 - Ngorongoro Crater
Day 7 - Hike to Materuni Waterfall and coffee plantation
Accommodation: We selected mid-range lodges, and all of them were different, but each was very special. If you are staying in lodges, a 40% deposit is payable and 20% if you are camping. We paid the deposit by credit card and the rest in cash when we arrived in Arusha.
Please be mindful that changes to the schedule do occasionally occur due to various reasons and feedback received from previous guests regarding the accommodation, food, etc.
Parks:
Lake Manyara National Park - small and cute but has many animals per square meter.
Lots and lots of animal sightings, too many to list. We pretty much lived in the 4x4 during game drives every day.
Tarangire NP - probably my least favorite due to very bumpy roads and fewer animal sightings per square meter, but it has pretty landscapes.
The Ngorongoro Crater was definitely a “don’t miss” park and was the only place I thought we would see a rhino. We also had a very close encounter with a few lions, large elephants, and later saw a herd of them quite close as well.
In the Serengeti, our sightings were unmatched, and in the evenings, we were serenaded every night with hyenas outside the tent. Escorts were mandatory here and for a good reason. One night I saw a large hippo munching on the grass on the walking path outside the tent.
The Materuni Waterfall hike and coffee plantation was a fun full day that I didn't want to end and say goodbye to my new friends from JDS.
I’ll end by saying one more thing I liked about Josh Dreamland Safari: the company is run by a woman (Angel) who is passionate about animals and giving back to the community. I had an absolutely amazing time in Tanzania with them and hope you do too.
Reply from Josh Dreamland Safari
Posted on Feb 26, 2025Wow! Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed and heartfelt review. We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had an amazing 7-day safari experience with Josh Dreamland Safari!
It was truly a pleasure organizing your trip, and we’re so happy that our communication and attention to detail made your safari special. Elizabeth and Angel are always committed to ensuring our guests feel cared for every step of the way.
We’re delighted that Godfrey made such a positive impact on your journey—his deep knowledge, experience, and passion for wildlife truly make him an outstanding guide. Seeing all of the Big Five, along with rare animals, must have been an unforgettable experience!
Thank you for highlighting the incredible parks, accommodations, and unique experiences like the Materuni Waterfall hike and coffee tour. We appreciate your kind words about Angel’s leadership and commitment to both wildlife and the community—it means a lot to us.
We hope to welcome you back to Tanzania for another adventure in the future! Until then, thank you again for choosing Josh Dreamland Safari.
Best wishes,
Elizabeth & The Josh Dreamland Safari Team
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Email Jure | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The team was flexible and helped adjust the plans to suit my needs.
I recently went on a safari with Josh Dreamland Safari, and it was a great trip. We got to see all the Big 5, which was awesome, and everything ran smoothly. The team was flexible and helped adjust the plans to suit my needs. Overall, a solid experience that I'd definitely recommend.
Reply from Josh Dreamland Safari
Posted on Feb 26, 2025Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Josh Dreamland Safari for your adventure! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great trip and got to see all of the Big Five—what an incredible experience!
We’re also happy that our team’s flexibility helped make your safari even more enjoyable. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your support.
We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
Great tour, great guide, cook and agency. Beautiful nature respects people. Hakuna Matata.
Great tour, great guide, cook and agency. Beautiful nature respects people. Hakuna Matata.
Reply from Josh Dreamland Safari
Posted on Feb 18, 2025Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time on the tour and enjoyed the beautiful nature, the guide, and the cook. We truly appreciate your feedback and are glad that you felt respected and well taken care of. Hakuna Matata! 🌿😊
Email Braeden | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great tour would recommend
God was great. Dennis was great. Communication was good throughout. All round good experience
Reply from Josh Dreamland Safari
Posted on Feb 18, 2025Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're so happy to hear you had a great experience and enjoyed the tour. We're glad that Dennis and the team provided great service, and that communication was smooth throughout. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you again! 😊
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Email Mike and Lisa | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing trip
We have just completed a 7 day Safari trip with Josh Dreamland Safaris. We can’t recommend them highly enough. Booking the trip was so easy, Elizabeth taylor made the perfect itinerary for us. Calvin who was our driver was just great, he was so knowledgeable and nothing was a problem, he went above and beyond.
We can not recommend enough Josh Dreamland Safaris. 6 Stars.
Reply from Josh Dreamland Safari
Posted on Feb 18, 2025Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful 7-day Safari experience with us. It’s fantastic to know that Elizabeth crafted the perfect itinerary and that Calvin made your journey even more special with his knowledge and dedication. We truly appreciate your recommendation and your kind words—6 stars is incredibly flattering! We look forward to welcoming you again for another unforgettable adventure. 😊🌍
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Email Matthias | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience
I had a few unplanned things like the group changing during the tour.
The driver Richard was funny, knew the parks perfectly, but was sometimes moody and drove way too close to animals that were on the road.
Still 5 Stars for Elizabeth who was absolutely amazing in taking care of me and everything. The food was amazing. The accomodations were good and the Serengeti and ngorongoro were breathtakingly beautiful.
The kilimanjaro hike was nice but not what I expected. More transparency/details would be nice here
Reply from Josh Dreamland Safari
Posted on Feb 18, 2025Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're so glad to hear that Elizabeth provided excellent care and that you enjoyed the food, accommodations, and the breathtaking landscapes of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro. We appreciate your feedback regarding the Kilimanjaro hike, and we will definitely work on providing more transparency and details in the future. We also value your thoughts on the driver, Richard, and will ensure to pass your comments along to our team for further improvement. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again for another memorable adventure!
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Email Erico Spocchi | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful experience
Our safari was a wonderful experience. Anything was perfect: tour, service, comfortable lodges, food and staff. Our guide was awesome. The organization of the tour was extraordinary good. Our contact person was Angel and she was always available for us.
This was my first time in Tanzania and Josh Dreamland Safari made it unforgettable. We saw so many animals!
Thank you so much!
Reply from Josh Dreamland Safari
Posted on Feb 18, 2025Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your safari experience was wonderful and that everything—from the tour to the lodges, food, and service—was perfect. It's fantastic to know that Angel was always there for you and that your first time in Tanzania was unforgettable. We're so glad you had the opportunity to see so many amazing animals! Thank you for choosing Josh Dreamland Safaris, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future! 😊🌍
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Email Haley | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Peter was perfect, kind and very knowledgeable about the animals.
This was a trip of a lifetime! Angel stayed in constant communication with us leading up to our trip. Our guide, Peter was amazing. He was very knowledgeable and great with our kids who were 8 & 11. The lodging was amazing!! I cannot stress how perfect they were. The rooms, tents, food and staff were all extraordinary. I would recommend Josh Dreamland Safari for anyone thinking about a safari!
Reply from Josh Dreamland Safari
Posted on Jan 21, 2025Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable trip. Angel is dedicated to providing excellent communication, and we're so glad it made your experience seamless from start to finish. Peter sounds like the perfect guide for your family, and we're glad he could make the adventure even more special for your kids. We’re also happy to hear that you enjoyed the lodging and all the little details that made your stay comfortable and extraordinary. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we hope to welcome you and your family back for another unforgettable safari experience!
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Email Farouk | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful safari experience with an amazing company
I had a beautiful safari experience organised by Josh Dreamland Safari.
From day one they were very communicative and present and helpful. They organised an itinerary up to my liking and they were regularly checking up and making sure everything is okay.
Before the safari they had sent me a “stuff to bring” list which was super helpful especially since other people from other safari companies didn’t know what they needed to get.
Whenever I needed a driver or help in town I could easily reach out to Josh Dreamland.
I super recommend them to anyone looking to do Safari. I had an amazing experience overall. The guide and the chefs were amazing throughout.
Reply from Josh Dreamland Safari
Posted on Jan 8, 2025Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a beautiful safari experience with us. At Josh Dreamland Safari, we always aim to provide personalized, attentive service, and it’s great to know that you felt supported throughout your journey. We’re especially glad the "stuff to bring" list was helpful and that our team made your trip even more enjoyable. It was a pleasure having you on safari, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. Looking forward to welcoming you again on your next adventure!
Warm regards,
The Josh Dreamland Safari Team