Geofrey Nassari, founder and owner company.
Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $480 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Email Natasa and family | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful experience for the second time
Apr 2023
We were so satisfied last year with Meru Slopes Safari and his best guide ever named Douglas and cook named Moshi, that we did it again this year. Beside Terengire, Serengeti, and Ngorogoro we also add lake Manyara this time (which we highly recomend, since it's really different - big jungle - bush and also saw lions sleeping with their full ballies on the tree). Last year we were in july, since we wanted to see big migration of wildebeest and zebras on Mara river crossing. We were more than surprissed when we saw big migration again - this time (end April, beginning of May) there were milions of Zebras and wildebesst in the south of Serengeti. It's really something when you see milions of animals all around you. I must say that at the begining I was afraid about the weather, since this time of the year the monsoon season is at it's ending, but everything was OK and we even liked it more, since it was low season and we were nearly the only one in the camps and also by game viewing. Some roads are really mudy and full of water, but our best guide and driver Douglas managed all of them. He even took us to the camp to the north of Serengeti, where we liked it a lot last year , since the landscape is faboulous. We were the first and the only human guests after 3 months there. Our company was a pride of 9 lions (with 2 cups) and this was a special 'one time' experience when you hear lion roaring in the middle of the night next to your tent. You can feel it right to your bones. Our next level was also tracking the leopard footprints for about 10 kilometers (for the last 7 km also with a help of hyena running in front of our land cruiser) and than we saw a leopard in the grass about 20 meters from the road. The high grass was also very challenging and made us even more concentrated on surrounding. What to say at the end - will probably be back again one day and will choose the same agency and guide and cook. You really can't get better and more knowledabgle guide as Douglas is - he lives in and with nature, respect the animals and know all the answers on our milion of questions. He always said that nature provides. And at last - we were enyoing every single meal that Moshi (best cook) provided us, even that this time we had special requirements on vegetarian and no gluten food.
Email Loren Gerlach | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A fantastic experience, and excellent value for money
I have travelled to 66 countries, and this was one of my best experiences yet. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, all the logistics were handled very professionally, and the value for money was exceptional. It is possible to do a great safari in Serengeti and Ngorongoro without spending a silly amount of money -- do it with Meru Slopes.
I was especially impressed with how they treated me as a solo traveller. In some other countries, I have had bad experiences -- sometimes I've been dumped off from one group to another every day, doing some parts of the tour itinerary twice and missing other parts entirely. One time in Peru, I spend an entire day of a 5-day tour sitting in the tour company's office because they had no group to put me in. This will NOT happen to you with Meru Slopes. They treat everyone as a valued customer. On my tour, everyone except me was a Spanish speaker; the guide explained everything in just as much detail in English for me, as he did for everyone else in Spanish -- he didn't give me a lower level of service because I was travelling alone. On the last day, I did transfer in to a different group because I was doing a 6-day tour while the others were doing a 5-day tour. The transfer was handled very efficiently, and the second guide was also excellent.
I met another solo traveller who also had a great experience with MeruSlopes. He made a mistake, and arrived in Arusha one day too late for his tour. So he expected to miss out on seeing Tarangire National Park. But on the first day of our tour (after his tour had finished), the owner of Meru Slopes transferred him in to our group so he could see Tarangire. So even though it was the customer's mistake, Geofrey still went out of his way to give that customer the full experience.
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Email Veselin Tsvetanov | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime experience!
This was definitely once in a lifetime experience. I couldn't believe the abundance of life in Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Manyara. It was far beyond my expectations.
Thanks to Jacob we saw the big 5 and all the other famous animals of the savanna - giraffes, zebras, gnus, topis, impalas, crocodiles, hippos, secretary birds, numerous eagles and vultures, and many more. But the highlight was a cheetah teaching his cubs how to hunt a gazelle. Absolutely amazing. We were so lucky, but the luck is just a fraction of the story because Jacob new where (and in this very case when) the "action" is. He is extremely knowledgeable on any matter related to the wildlife. I, personally, am passionate about birds and he was an excellent guide, identifying them in most cases within a few seconds. Once again, thank you Jacob!
As per our cook, Moshi, he was absolutely brilliant in his job. Moreover, he proved to be a great person giving his own slipping bag to my wife in the Ngorongoro camp. I cannot explain how grateful I am for what he did. Thank very, very much, Moshi!
And one, les emotional, remark. If you have any special requests, or something you really want to see, let Jacob know. Just make sure you have clearly set your expectations and I am sure, he will do his best to accommodate them.
Asante sana baba Jacob! Asante sana baba Moshi!
BR
Email Emilie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
a dream come true! I researched some local agencies to do a safari in Tanzania and based on comments from other customers, I opted for Meru slopes. the contact made via whatsapp, quickly and clearly with Geoffrey, I always ask to clarify doubts. I signed a package with the option of a lodge in the serengeti park, the whole experience was exceptional, from the reception on arrival and on the last day! transfer to and from the airport was offered. the very comfortable accommodations and very experienced guide provided an unforgettable experience
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Email Sybil | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Remarkable Safari Adventure
Because of selecting Meru Slopes as our travel agency, I recently embarked on a breathtaking safari adventure in Tanzania, and I had the incredible fortune of being guided by Robert. Robert's vast knowledge of Tanzania's wildlife, ecosystems, and cultural heritage was truly impressive. Every step of the way, he shared fascinating insights and anecdotes, enhancing our understanding and appreciation of the remarkable flora and fauna we encountered. If I return to Tanzania, I will choose Meru Slopes again.
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Email Francesco | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Over the expectations
I know how difficult it is to book a Safari from another continent, especially if it's your first one, but now that my adventure with Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris is over I can say all my worries were unnecessary. The communication during the booking and after with the staff was always great. From the pick up to the drop off everything went smoothly. A special mention to our guide Saleh, his experience is priceless. He was always ready to answer all our questions, share his past experiences and telling us all we wanted to know about the places we have visited. Thanks to his perseverance, patience and experience we were able to see things during our safari that we wouldn't even imagine it was possible to see. The tour was exactly as we settled together at booking stage and all the places were we slept were absolutely great. Highly recommended
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Email Stefan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A profound Safari Experience
We were looking for a local tour operator for a safari and found Meru Slopes. We then booked a 7-day private safari to the Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara National Parks with Geofrey from Meru Slopes. The deposit process went smoothly, and we paid the rest on-site in Arusha. At Kilimanjaro Airport, we were picked up by a Geofrey staff member with a name tag and taken to Arusha for the first night. From there, the next day, we embarked on a 8-day journey through all the national parks with our guide Robert and our chef Dulla. We couldn't have asked for a better guide than Robert! His knowledge of flora and fauna is immense, and you can feel his years of experience and incredible enthusiasm for the beauty of nature. He has an incredible eye for spotting animals and knows the Serengeti like no other. We love photography, and many of the photos would never have been possible without his professionalism. Dulla spoiled us with freshly cooked delicacies every day, leaving nothing to be desired! We even had fresh homemade bread every day.
A personal highlight were the starry nights in the Serengeti and at the Ngorongoro Crater. Simply beautiful - highly recommended!
Email Paul & Tracie Carpenter | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding Experience On Safari With Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris!
We recently completed a 5 day safari with Meru Slopes and it’s been the most amazing experience from start to finish!
Geofrey, the owner, was a fantastic host. He communicated very well and responded quickly to any questions before we left home, but was always on hand at his office in the hotel in Arusha too.
Our tour guide, Emanuel, was the friendliest and most lovely person you’ll ever wish to meet! He was not only extremely knowledgeable, but highly skilled and considerate and was all round just the best guide we could’ve hoped for. Emanuel shared all his passion, knowledge, and experience, and guided us through the national parks with great skill and ease.
Our travelling chef, called Gidione, made up the team and he was absolutely fantastic too! The freshly cooked meals we shared with our group, that he created at the lodges and campsites was exceptional! Breakfast, lunch and dinner surpassed anything we expected.
We cannot fault this team and all their hard work! Thank you Meru Slopes for making memories we will treasure forever.
If you are looking for a tour company in Tanzania, look no further than Meru Slopes!!
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Email Raj | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Super Professional
I think we were the only group that saw so much game. Saw a lion get an ostrich. Lioness chase impalals, lioness hit by buffaloes, lion family feast on wildebeest, great migration start, close look of cheetahs, just awesome
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Email Ilya | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience with Meru Slopes
Had a perfect 8 days safari tour with Meru Slopes visiting Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Manyara Lake national parks. Every place is wonderful having its own specific and interesting features.
Many thanks to Geoffrey for all the arrangements. He was easy to communicate and always ready to answer our questions, discuss the details and meet our requests.
We were lucky to have friendly and reliable Salehe as our guide. He had vast experience and knowledge of nature and readily shared them with us making our safari even more exiting.
100% recommended.