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 Milla | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent Safari!
We had 8 days camping safari on low season.
Geoffrey, the organizer, answered very fast and everything was organized very well.
Our driver Simon was a good driver, had a lot of experience and took us to places where I thought we saw more than an average safari tourist. I counted that we saw about 60 lions, 6 cheetahs, 2 leopards, and 2 rhinos.
The food was fresh and excellent, thanks to Richard.
Equipment was good and camping with the wild animals was very exciting.
I have to say that camping is camping, not the five-star hotel so don't expect that.
I also saw that all safari organizers are not very good ones and we were very happy with ours.
Special thanks, our recommendation, and greetings to Simon the Driver!
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Email Souvik Saha | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
TRIP OF A LIFETIME
In short, it couldn't have been better! And I owe this to the 3 stars of the trip - the animals, Meru Slopes (Geoffrey in particular) and our driver - Simon Juma. I went for this safari on my honeymoon, and I came back with memories and experiences that are still giving me goosebumps as I write this!
1. The animals - Well there are plenty of them, and yet you can never get bored of seeing them! We spent our 5 day safari in Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area and multiple game drives in the Serengeti. We saw the Big Five of course - but more importantly - we observed the animals! We saw how an elephant chased away four lionesses, we saw how ostriches put on a nice show to attract the females and we watched in awe while a leopard tore apart a warthog and rested with its kill atop a tree. Every sighting brought in a new experience, and each experience was unique and mind-numbing.
2. Meru Slopes - As someone who had no knowledge of Africa, I was indeed lucky (thanks to my friend Sharath Chandra for that - who himself had a great safari through Meru the last year) that I got in touch with Geoffrey. He is a guy you can really trust - He was always available on whatsapp when we were booking the trip, he advised us efficiently when we reached there, and he had the people and processes required to have a flawless safari. There are many safari providers, but I will give a few examples as to how Meru stood apart:
- Geoffrey arranged for my pickup from the Arusha airport, but when I changed my flight and informed him that I will be reaching at the Kilimanjaro airport, he sent a guy to pick us up. Kilimanjaro is at least an hour away from the Arusha airport
- Our stay in Arusha (before and after the safari) was arranged by Geoffrey, and he ensured that we had a good experience at the hotel (Arusha Tourist Inn)
Finally, I would thank Meru that they organized our trip with Simon Juma - our guide, driver and by the end of the trip, a friend!
3. Simon Juma (and the cook) - I was amazed at the knowledge Simon had - both about the jungles as well as his communication with tourists. Case in point - When we saw 3 lions from a long distance away, a number of other safari cars started following them in the direction they were going. Simon just went in the opposite direction, came to a specific point, stopped his engine and just waited. He had recognized the lion tracks, and indeed the lions came right where we were. He spoke fluent English, knew the scientific names of a lot of plants and animals you find there, and had interesting stories to tell about the many years he has been serving here. The food during the safari was fantastic - be it the soups or the pancakes - any there was plenty of food to choose from! Also, a big shoutout to our cook - who specially cooked chicken dishes for us when he got to know that we do not have beef.
Overall, I would love to go back again some day, but the experiences that I have come back with will definitely last me a lifetime!
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Email Merve | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience!
We booked 8 days safari from Meru Slopes Tours. They picked up us in the airport, and from then they take care of everything. I can highly recommend Meru Slopes as everything was well organized.
The safari was great, We had a really knowledgeable and friendly guide. I can recommend our driver/guide Isaack P. Swai who is an expert in knowing animals. He is also a very safe driver. the food was always nice thanks to cook Akshin.
We enjoyed our safari so much, Thanks to all staff of Meru Slopes and especially to Geofrey Nassari.
You should ask for Isaack as safari guide;)
DE
Email Michaela | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic 4-days safari (Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro)
We had a fantastic 4-days group tour (Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro) with Meru Slopes Tours and Safaris. Planning the tour, Geofrey was reliable and super helpful: Per e-mail, he responded rapidly and arranged some extra wishes for us easily (regarding an accommodation and meeting friends in Serengeti Visitor Center). On our tour, we were lucky to be guided by the funny and competent Iri and our cook Goodibless who served us one the best meals in Tansania. The tour itself was amazing and perfectly prepared and carried out. The two of us were (rather coincidentally) at the Serengeti Visitor Center which is a nice and interesting place (lying in the middle of the Serengeti, next to Seronera campsite) and could be worth adding to future tours as it is not normally included. All in all, we were more than satisficed with Meru Slopes Tours and Safaris and would recommend them to anyone who plans to do a safari.
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Email Hatice Tecir | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
8 days safari in Tanzania
This firm is very realible and flexible across the companies in Arusha. At first we were a bit nervous if they pick us up from airport or everything's going well or not. However all they promised came true and we left Arusha to be so so happy by selecting this firm.
We joined the tour in Feb/2019 and went to Arusha National Park,Tarangire NP, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara. Additionally we visted a maasai tribe..
we saw big 5 animals ( elephant, leopard, lion, bufallo and rhino) aditionally giraffe, zebra , cheetah, bufallo, hyena, wildebeest, hartebeest, mangoose, filamingo, secratery birds, water flows, many kind of impalas, dik dik, crocodile, hippos, blue monkey, b/w colobus, antelopes,gazelles and many more...
Firm owner Geofrey is very fast to responce all e-mails and whatsapp msg. He welcomed us very well and so nice to us all the time.
Also our driver/guide Isaack P. Swai was really helpful, kind, well experienced in Safari to us during the safari. He is like a google map and never lost his way during te safari:) and very good at spotting the animals.
Besides cook Akshin is like a stomach engineer , he is very good at cooking and I'm afraid we got some weight :)
I need to say that I'm personally too greatful to all Meru Slope team for this lifelong experience.. never forget this epic tour...
strongly suggested!
BIG THANKS TO MERU SLOPES TOUR & SAFARİ!!
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Email Betsie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderfull safari in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro!
We booked a safari from a Dutch partner organisation. From the moment of arriving on Arusha airport until we left to Zanzibar, everything was perfectly arranged. The first night we stayed in a hotel (arranged by Meru slopes) in Arusha and the next morning they picked us up to start the safari. The five of us travelled in a comfortable, clean car and we all had a seat by the window. The guide and the cook were both really friendly and the food was really good. The guide was able to tell us a lot about the different animals and he knows where to find the good spots to see the animals. We visited Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP and Ngorongoro. We had a really good and I recommend everyone to book with Meru Slopes.
Email Phil H | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great safari with professional company
I had a great safari with Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris. I chose the 6 days budget camping group option. The company is very flexible so you can do any number of days and they will add you on to other groups etc – so this worked very well for me as a solo traveller. I spent one day in Tarangire, 3 days in the Serengeti (including the time to travel there), one day in Ngorongoro and one in Manyara. If you have less time then they will probably suggest to sacrifice Tarangire or Manyara – this makes sense because, although these parks are beautiful and full of animals – the most exciting viewings are in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro is a stunning setting not to be missed.
Geofrey dealt with my enquiries and bookings efficiently and professionally. Nuru picked me up from the airport with no problem and was interesting to chat to on the drive to Arusha. The hotel which they use before/after safari (Arusha Tourist Inn) is basic but more than adequate.
On safari our driver/guide was Douglas – he was a great character and really good at his job with many years’ experience. Our chef was Richard who was also a nice guy – the food was always very good and very plentiful. At the start/end of my trip the accommodation was Manyara Sunbright Lodge – tented structures with wooden bed, toilet/shower out the back. In the Serengeti and Ngorongoro you stay in actual tents on a public campsite – in the Serengeti this can mean animals walking through the camp – all part of the experience!
I give the trip 5 stars because I think it’s great value for money – and the staff and organisation are very helpful and trustworthy. Of course you can do more luxurious/bespoke safaris – but for the ‘going rate’ of around $200 per day for a budget safari I think Meru Slopes delivers a great experience.
PL
Email Dariusz Suter | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good and helpfull staff, smoothy organize safari, reliable tour
Geofrey response very quickly and provide best budget/quality service. Free transport to/from airport, additional nights before/after safari.
15% prepaid, rest by cash or card on place. Very experience guide and cook. We see big 5 during 4 days. Exited nights in tents
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Email Lisa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best 6 days ! Best adventure with Meru Slopes Tours and Safari
We had the best adventure from day one.
The Organisaion went without any problems. I stayed in contact with Geofrey from the first mail till the day we went back home. He answered very quickly and answered every question.
We booked a 6 day Tour and asked for one special night which was not included in the normal tour. It was no Problem and he organised everything. Everything there went well - we were very surprised and happy about the good oganisation.
Everyday was special and everyday was perfect.
Our guide Douglas did the best job. He was always lucky and joking. He answered all questions, explained everything and stopped at the best spots. We got to see nearly every animal very close and he took care about us. He gave us interesting informations about the animals and the wild life.
Also our cook Richard did the best job. He cooked delicious meal every day. He was kind and friendly and so motivated to prepare meal every evening . He listened to our wishes and prepared vegetables we brougt from the marked and wanted to try. So nice of him. Everbody was so nice and kind and tried to do everything that the clients have the best days during safari.
I can really reccomend this company!
We were so happy.
Thanks for the biggest adventure ever!
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Email Ane B. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An incredible real safari experience, well organised, tailored, easy, fun and confortable!
It was really well organised!
Since we contacted them , they text us back in 5 minutes. Pick up at the airport, and once at the hotel, we could pay there (they gave us the option to pay at arrival).
Next day we started the safari and was incredible! with the best guide ever, Brenson, explained us all the animals, and in 4 days we saw all of them!
Really professional! We had a great time with him and the food was also great!
Sleeping inside the natural parks was amazing! It made everything more authentic.
The team at the hotel was also really kind, and helpful.
Tanzania is going to be in my heart for a while... for sure!
