Owned and managed by Magda Vrijs and Edward Mollel
Flash Safaris and Photography
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2005)
- Member Of:
- TATO & TTB
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $250 to $950 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
NL
An unforgettable experience in an overwhelming nature surrounded by lovely people
From the beginning the communication was good. There was always a very quick and accurate answer to our questions. Magda listen very well to our wishes and organised a safari that totally fits us. The service was great and the lodges were amazing. Sometimes because the lodge was just so close in nature you can hear and see animals so close by. Sometimes because of the wonderful view or because is was so luxurious.
Especially because of the very personal touch during our safari and our great driver, we can say that Magda and her team made our big dream come true. We are very grateful we had this wonderful experience!
HK
Email Vincent | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome and Lucky First Safari Experience with Flash!!
We have just finished a 6-days safari in Tanzania and luckily we saw that big five in this relatively short trip (3 cheetahs!!! I wished I had stayed longer...).
We contacted several operators when we were planning the safari trip and Magda and her team were always there to answer your email promptly and provided detailed plans. She also came with Edward to visit us in person on the first and last day of the safari. This shows how they appreciate everyone who joins their trip. We didn't go for luxurious accommodations but we were all happy with the arrangements which we think are the best out of our budget! I would also like to thank the experienced safari guide Loi who found a lot of animals during the game drive, kept the vehicle tidy and clean, and shared the stories of Massai and other Africa cultures everyday when we were back to the lodge.
For everyone who is interested in safari, Flash is highly recommended!
CH
Email luciana liedtke | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
excellent experience!
We took our kids for the first time to do a safari, and the experience could not have been better! Thank you for the excellent organization and attention during our wonderful adventure!
CH
Email Elizabeth | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent service!
This was our first safari (2 adults - one in a wheelchair - and our teenage daughter) and it was such a great experience! We travelled with our excellent driver and guide adam for 12 days to Lake Manyara, the Ndutu Area, then to the Serengeti National Park and finally to the Ngorongoro crater, starting and ending in Arusha. Everything worked really well and we felt really welcome and comfortable. The service of magda and edward was simply perfect. Asante sana!!!
Email Dr Tafe | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great wildlife safari with Flash Safaris and Photography with a comprehensive itinerary.
Communications before the actual safari are very important and our communications were excellent. This was my second safari with Flash Safaris and it was just as good as the first. In fact it was better because we went 5 weeks earlier and were able to see the Wildebeest crossing the Mara River. The Tanzanian driver was reliable and safe. His level of English was very good so he was able to answer our questions in the Serengeti and in Ngorongoro Crater. We also had a reliable 4WD with good tyres, which some companies do not have. If anyone from Australia wants to do a wildlife safari with Flash Safaris but you need help while in Australia just contact Dennis by going to www.drtafesafaris.com Tanzania is the pick of wildlife destinations and Flash Safaris have a strong reputation for overall reliability.
Email Inge en Pim | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
watching the "gnoe koe" with babu and bibi
Not our first safari in Tanzania and it will not be the last, but it was the very first one with our 1,5 year old son. To travel through Tanzania together with his grandparents made it already a lifelong memory, not to forget all wonderfull places we were allowed to stay and to visit.
Although we live in Tanzania and know the country in the southern part very well it was very nice to explore the Northern part and see a complete different environment from what we are used to. With a decent car and a guide how knows the ways in all the parks very well it was more then nice to relax and not to think about anything. Especially our stay in the miracle place "Masaai lodge" we will remember for long time. Hopefully we are able to come back one day.
Maybe it is not for every small child possible to make these kind of trips but if you doubt we can highly recommend to take the risk and go for it. It is it more then worthwhile!
US
Email Jaclyn & Chris | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Honeymoon
My husband and I could not be more satisfied with our experience with Flash Safaris. The entire process from reviewing different itineraries with Henry to arriving in Tanzania and meeting Magda at the airport went seamlessly. We spent 5 full days on safari with Malak (not sure of exact spelling!), whom was exceptional and very imformative, we will defintiely request him as our guide when we return! We visited Arusha National Park, Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park. Every day was a new adventure and we saw so much more then we expected! The lodges we stayed at were nice and comfortable (Ilboru Lodge, Kudu Lodge and Sangaiwe Tented Lodge) and the food was great.
Flash then arranged our second leg of the trip in Zanzibar from the flights to the hotel and taxis, it as great to not have to worry/think about any of these details! We stayed at Kichanga lodge which was very comfortable and secluded, great place for some rest & relaxation!
We cannot say enough great things about this agency. They went above and beyond to meet our expectations while staying within budget. The Flash team really is so easy and pleasant to work with and make you feel very comfortable once you arrive! We cannot wait to return to Tanzania to explore some more, it is one beautiful country! Special thank you to Magda, Edwards Henry and Malak!!!
NL
Email Caro | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgetable experience with a guide/ driver with excellent knowledge about the nature.
We went to the Manyara park, the Ngorongoro crater and the Tarangiri park in 3 days.
We had a great guide/ driver; Loi. His knowledge about the nature and surroundings in the parks was incredible. He explained a lot of things without us having to ask. And if he didn’t know the answer, he looked it up in the book with all the species in it. He anticipated our wishes about when to stop. And, important to me; he had a great sense of humor!
He is also a very defensive driver, so really ‘pole pole’!
The owners are very friendly and they are taking good care of the clients. The communication, oral and written was clear and informative. I didn’t know what to expect, but I felt comfortable with this treatment.
The tours itself were impressive, beautiful birds to watch and wonderful views. We’ve seen the ‘big five’. The lodges were nicely picked, especially the place where we started from in Arusha and the one with tents was awesome.
I’d love to come again some day.
Keep up your splendid work!
NL
Email Barbara | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great and Reliable!
After our Kilimanjaro climb, we have booked a 3 day Safari tour with Flash Safaris. We have had lovely and great days!
First it was very relaxt to stay at " Ilboro Safari Lodge" for 2 days. A gorgeous an Cosy place!
Then visited 3 beautiful alternate parks: Manyara national Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire national Park. 1 Night we stayed in the beautiful "Rhotia Valley Tented lodge". We had very nice contact with Magda Vrijs. She gave honest, reliable and accurate information. In addition she is a very nice person. Our guide, Loi, was amazing. Very humorous, told us a lot about the animals and plants. Also he is very reliable.
Flash Safaris was a perfect choice!
Thanks for the great days.
QA
Email Nicky | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible safari!
Our group of 4 friends had the most awesome time with Flash Safari's. Communications prior to our trip were excellent, all questions were answered quickly and efficiently. From the moment we were met at the airport by Magda and Edward we felt like we were in good hands, and enjoying sundowners with them quickly made us feel like old friends. Our guide Malek was excellent, he took us on a 5 day safari where we covered Tarangire National Park, Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. We saw so much incredible wildlife, Malek seemed to have a 6th sense about where things would be. This allowed us to "get ahead of the crowd" and have some really special moments. All of our accommodations were much better than expected for the price that we paid - it was a very pleasant surprise! We were so comfortable and each place had a special ambience that made evenings in the bush quite incredible. You can't get much better than a herd of zebra and wildebeest stampeding past your camp in the middle of the night to really make you feel part of the magic!
Thank you thank you thank you, to Malek, Magda and Edward. You gave us a memorable trip that will definitely not be our last!