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Tanzania Choice Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2007)
- Member Of:
- Tanzania Association of Tour Operators
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $400 to $1,700 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Tracy G. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely amazing and life changing! Knowledgeable, prepared, and always had our interests at heart
I knew this would be an amazing trip but Tanzania Choice Safari made it a life changing experience. We started planning our trip almost 9 months in advance and were referred through an acquaintance. We had a lot of questions and Tanzania Choice was always very responsive with answers. When choosing our lodging we were given several choices to choose from. TC provided links and details to enable us to make knowledgeable choices. They gave information on what to expect and walked us through every detail. Our stay was for a 2 week period and we did many game drives in the Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Arusha National Park. Every park was beautiful however; we were very thankful for our guides as they went off the beaten path to make sure we not only saw all the animals we could and saw them from every angle. There was one day where our guide veered off the road to show us lions. We couldn't see anything and when asked what he was seeing he said he saw the 'ears' twitching in the grass. It was unbelievable the attention that was paid to our surroundings to show us as much as he could. While on the game drives you are out in the middle of nowhere, and our guide knew where he was at all times. He made us feel at ease and created a trust in us that we had nothing to fear. Bottled water was provided in abundance and was much appreciated.
I can't say enough positive things about my experience with Tanzania Choice Safaris. I would highly recommend them and will definitely be back in the near future!
Thank you Tanzania Choice Safaris for a life changing and wonderful 2 weeks in your beautiful country!
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Email Mohini | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Customized experience from friendly and welcoming staff
We had an incredible time on our safari! From start to finish, Brenda and Kakasii did everything they could to meet our expectations and then some. We did a 12 day safari and learned so much about the animals, the people and the land. Having an experienced guide is really important to help with problem-solving on the fly, ensuring we went to more remote parts of the reserves, and maintaining contacts and relationships with other guides and the lodges. Kakasii seemed to know EVERYBODY and did everything he could, day-by-day, to make sure we had everything we needed. We had a negative experience with one night's sleeping arrangements and our original itinerary had us staying there another night. We told Kakasii and Brenda and they immediately took care of it - gave the hotel feedback and re-booked us elsewhere. I really appreciated how responsive they were.
This was my first safari experience and I want to go back and would use Tanzania Choice Safaris without a doubt. I've already recommended them to friends who want to go on safari in Tanzania. It's great to be able to help out a smaller company that's offering really great customer experience.
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Email PATIENCE | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very professional, knowledgeable about the culture and the different animals. Expectations were met.
Preparations impressive. Will recommend to friends and family. Would like to visit again in the future.
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Email Jess | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best safari with the best safari guide
Tanzania Choice Safaris was incredible from the start - Brenda took time and energy to ensure my safari would best suit my needs. The accommodations were great, and I got to see the best of all different kinds of lodging (tented camp, lodge etc.) as well as 3 different parks. Kikasii is simply the best, and made me feel comfortable and showed me the best of all of the parks. I would highly suggest TZ Choice Safaris, and look forward to my next adventure with them!
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Email Valerie | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The staff was professional, our trip was personalized and the guide was passionate about his work.
We were in a Arusha for a meeting and had a wonderful experience with Tanzania Choice Safaris. They responded quickly to our queries, built a personalized 1-day program to meet our interests and needs in Tarangire National Park. The vehicle was comfortable, had a charging station, ample beverages and a varied, simple but elegant picnic spread. Our guide for the day began providing us with information and inquired about our expectations as soon as we left the hotel in Arusha. He catered the day to the animals that we wanted to prioritize, made sure that we were comfortable, had necessary comfort breaks, kept us safe and informed. He used a book to also share more detailed information on bird species that he spotted along the way. There was a lot of excitement in reaching points to see cheetah, and several lions with their cubs. We also went off the standard route to see a former poacher hideaway. We could see from the other tour vehicles and groups that we were getting a superior experience with lots of laughs along the way. Can't wait to return with my family!
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Email M.V. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience
Communications we're good. Arrangements were up to expectations. safaris were well coordinated. The accommodation in Arusha was not acceptable. Accommodation in Moshi was good but in an isolated location. Food choices in the restaurant were very limited
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Email Tinuke | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular safari and people
After just finishing our Kilimanjaro climb the trip to Tanzania could not get any better. Little did I know that the safari was going to blow all expectations out of the water. Within seconds of our first meeting with Kakasi, I knew things were going to be spectacular. He was patient, explained everything thoroughly and ensure we all felt comfortable before starting the journey. While on the safari, he took the time to ensure we all were getting what we wanted from the trip. No small detail was ever forgotten. As someone that had dietary restrictions, he and Brenda worked to plan all our meal ahead of time so that I always had food to eat and never felt like I had less options for food. Furthermore during our time in the bush, I learned the importance of taking things slowly and patiently from Kakasi because without that we would not have been able to see all the fantastic animals and experiences along the way. Our 6 day trip was full of such profound wonder, joy and laugher that I cannot thank Tanzania choice safari enough. Thank you Kakasi and Brenda!
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Email Betsy Rae | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Beyond Magical Experience
Exploring the beautiful country of Tanzania with "Tanzania Choice Safaris" was the best experience of my life. It really did exceed my expectations - I still cannot believe how spectacular the trip was. From every lodge we stayed at to camping in the Serengeti to a Hot Air Balloon ride over a hippo pond, I could not have asked for a better experience. For a long time I dreamed of seeing the Big Five and others on a Safari, and I still look back and think, "Did that really happen?" The coordination and support leading up to the trip was outstanding. Brenda went above and beyond to help us with everything, even travel coordination outside the actual safari. Our tour guide was Kakasii, and we spent seven wonderful days exploring Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Mto wa Mbu (Mosquito River) with him. He even took us out dancing on our last night! Kakasii is someone that just brightens every minute of your day, and he knows exactly what he is doing when it comes to spotting game. He would always say, "Pole pole," and he was always right - we even saw a Black Rhino in the Serengeti. I honestly could not dream-up a better trip...I could go on-and-on talking about how wonderful it was. When I return to Tanzania, I will 110% use Tanzania Choice Safaris again. Not only was it a trip of a lifetime - I made friends for a lifetime.
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Email Robert & Barbara | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tanzania Choice Safaris serve fare that satisfies the mind, heart & soul with a global conscience.
From the first e-mail to the last personal farewell and all the laughter, education and family sharing sandwiched in between....Kakasii and Brenda planned a safari experience that had our party of ten filled each day but left us hungering for more. Thank you for loving and caring for all creatures (great & small) in beautiful Tanzania.
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Email Bill | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Vacation of a lifetime
We were actually first introduce to the Kimaro's through the TV show House Hunters International. I wrote down their names and 6 years later decided to call them up. It is the best decision we ever made. There is so much planning to arrange for a trip of this magnitude, and Brenda did a wonderful job of communicating what we needed to do, as well as devloping our itinerary. She is very organized and very detailed in her communications. We really didn't have any idea what to expect from the safari, but from day one when we met Kakasii at the airport we are felt we were great hands. Kakasii and Ezekiel our guides are such wonderful people, we felt like we were part of their family and always felt safe. The safari itself was incredible, day 1 we were 4 feet from a wild elephant eating in a field and 15 feet from lion cubs and its mother, it just got better from there. Through Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro crater, and the Serengeti, it was all amazing and very different. We were also taken to areas where the crowds were not as bad and both Kakasii and Ezekiel did a great job providing details about annimals, sites and Tanzanian culture. We also had the opportunity to experience Tanzanian culture by spending time at a Masai village and a day at Kakasii's family farm. What a wonderful experience that was, it still resenates in our hearts when we reflect back. Kakasii could also run for mayor, everyone seems to know him no matter where we went. Through this entire safari we were treated like family and felt loved, to the point where it was difficult to say our goodbyes at the end. We highly recommend Tanzanian Choice Safaris as your choice for a safari adventure. Thank you Brenda and Kakasii!