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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
Leslie is the most Amazing, talented, hospitable, personable, knowledgeable guide - request again!
Brenda is absolutely a Gem. We communicated often as there were lots of moving parts for this trip. We first went to Zanzibar. We had the beach experience on the beach with a beach bun-aglow on the Indian Ocean. Then, we moved to Stone Town. We planned several excursions while we were there. The guide, UmCha and drivers were the absolute BEST. After a week there, we flew to mainland Tanzania. We started our Safari at Ngorongoro Crater. It is one of the most beautiful sites that you will ever see. We actually saw the Big 5 within 24 hours--I know, Leslie says this almost never happens. We continued our journey to central Serengeti and stayed there at a Bush camp. The set up is actually pretty nice. We continued to go on our amazing drives. After a couple days there, we continued on to northern Serengeti and drove right into observing the "Great Migration"...we saw the crossing a couple of times while we were there. One morning, we went on an unforgettable hot air ballon ride and saw the sun rise over the Serengeti. An unforgettable experience--every person that I have shared this with wants the exact same journey.
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Email Chris | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extremely helpful - and patient with all our questions
This was a trip of a lifetime! I will add that the touring company is a key component of that. Our guides were experienced and highly knowledge of the wildlife, as well as the history of the area - and knew their way around. Our route started in the north by the Mara River for the Wildebeest crossing - then central Serengeti - then to Ngorongoro crater. We saw all the big five, 2 leopards, and 41 lions. We were unable to find a cheetah - but saw some smaller cats (can’t remember the name). Africa is a beautiful place and you will be very pleased with Tanzania Choice and the experience of their guides. Other helpful hints - bring binoculars and an animal guide book. The guides have them but much easier to have your own.
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Email Julie and Bob | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Tanzania Choice Safaris was an excellent experience from the beginning to end!
We have recently returned home and are savoring the wonderful safari experience we had in Tanzania. Brenda did a great job of putting together our safari. Always professional, she was there to answer any questions we had before and during our safari. I can’t begin to say enough about our guide, Noel! His knowledge of the Parks and the animals was incredible. He made the trip not only exciting but educational! From the time Noel picked us up at the airport until we said our good byes eight days later he was always thoughtful and accommodating. Although this was a trip of a life time, if we every return we will definitely use Tanzania Choice Safari!
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Email Jim | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Leslie was wonderful. Great to get along with and very knowledgeable.
It was a spectacular trip, better than expected. Would highly recommend to anyone. Saw lots of animals every day. Loved the overall education about the animals and the safari.
Great selection of rooms as well.
You won’t be disappointed!
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Email Lisa Pritchard | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Excellent Safari Operator
Our group decided to choose Tanzania Choice Safari on a recommendation from co- workers with our Non Profit Surgical Team, Resurge International.
This was my third safari, and it was excellent. Kakasii was our guide and owner, along with his wife Brenda, provided us with a great safari. Brenda was so communicative. All questions or concerns were responded to within 24 hrs. Remember time differences!!. All questions were completely answered. It was wonderful to deal with Brenda.
Kakasii knew exactly where to take us and taught us patience, which paid off!. After a rain storm, a pride of Lions appeared from the grass and put on a National Geographic show for us!. As one of our co travelers also said- we got nothing else to do but be patient!. What a sight we saw. There were only 1 other jeep that also stayed. All the other guides left. There were many time he took us places to see amazing sights. Very knowledgeable of the birds and animals.
I would not hesitate to recommend this outfit to anybody .
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Email Ellen | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
He was extremely knowledgeable, caring and patient. His years of experience is obvious immediately.
From the moment I had contact with Brenda I was impressed by her style. She was communicative, efficient and always pleasant.
I think the price for the trip was very fair. We were picked up in Itigi and took a long drive to Tarangire. It was not the chore I thought it would be. Kakasii made it interesting and pleasant. Our lodge (Tarangire Simba) was luxurious and comfortable. The food was delicious. We were treated to a herd of elephants and zebra when we sat on the patio. Our game drives were chock full of sights. No shortage of animals. It was a pleasant surprise that we had opportunity to stop at comfortable rest areas with tables and clean bathrooms. Kakasii timed everything perfectly.
We saw the Ngorongoro Crater which was very different than where we had been. At first glance I didn't think there would be as much to see. I was so wrong. We saw huge herds of Zebras, Cape Buffalo, Wildebeast among others. The icing on the cake were the lions. We waited a while when they were hiding in the brush. Eventually the gorgeous male with his huge mane got up to take a walk and two females and two cubs followed giving us a phenomenal show.
Before going to the airport I was happy to have lunch with Kakasii, Brenda and their son Max.
You can't go wrong with Tanzania Choice Safaris!
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Email Jan | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful attention to details and our wants and needs
Tanzania Choice Safaris is an excellent, client based, go out of our way company. Nothing is too much to make the client happy and give them the best safari experience possible. I believe their prices are in line with other companies. One thing they have over other companies is no daily gas or mileage limits. They will take you as far and as long necessary to give the results you want.
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Email Heidi | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Flawless, from start to finish
From start to finish, our trip was flawless thanks to Brenda's meticulous advance planning and uber guides Lesley and Noel's expert driving and extraordinary game-spotting skills. We were continually astonished by the lodges Tanzania Choice Safaris booked--each one different but all top notch--culminating in the one-of-a-kind Mkomazi Wilderness Retreat.
If you're looking for a small, family-run company with tremendous respect for and knowledge of the wildlife and Maasai people, you can't do better than Tanzania Choice. We had the trip of a lifetime.
Email Lisa & Steve | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding experience from start to finish
We were recommended to use Tanzania Choice Safaris by a relative - and they were absolutely right! Communication with Brenda was friendly and professional. She crafted a bespoke trip for us, including time on Mafia Island to spot whale sharks, and was very patient with our shifting dates! We were lucky enough to have co-owner Kakasii as our guide and benefitted from his experience and deep knowledge. This was our first time in sub-Saharan Africa and our first safari experience. It was every bit as memorable as we'd hoped (for a 'round' birthday). We were looked after and always felt in safe hands, wherever we stayed. Kakasii kept in touch with our airline to make sure our luggage - which sadly didn't arrive with us - was in the accommodation on the second night. Saw all the Big 5 across Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti, plus some snorkelling and relaxing by the beach. Thanks for the trip of a lifetime!
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Email Eric | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The tour operator was attentive to detail and our customized needs.
This was my third safari and I was extremely impressed. What really stands out is the personal attention given to us. Plans were customized to fit our needs and constraints. We were made to feel that our experience was their priority! Our driver (Kakasii) has over thirty years of experience and knew the nuances of how to approach the animals so that we had some unique experiences (lion cubs at play, elephants up close taking dirt baths, etc). Patiently watching lions hunker down and wait out the rain was rewarded by watching them shake it all off and go at play! We watched an hour-old impala stumble with its first steps while mother tenderly cleaned it. This was all because of our guide's patience and knowledge of animal behavior. While other jeeps came and went, we got to see the real show! When I had a medical emergency, Kakasii took me to the hospital and stayed with me, and translated for me! I am indebted and grateful. This was just a great experience all around.