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Ana Z.   –  
Argentina AR
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 18, 2025

Email Ana Z.  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Five star experience with Meru Slopes!
5/5

An absolute five star experience with Meru Slopes!

We chose a 6 days Safari, we spent two nights in Fanaka Lodge and 3 nights camping.
We visited Tarangire, Serengueti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara.

Jerome was our travel consultant, contact with him was very easy and replied kindly and quickly to all of my questions (that were many!). It was definitely one of the things that made me choose Meru Slopes.

Everything went just as expected and explained in the brochure.
They picked us up from the airport (with a nice car with courtesy coca cola and water) and took us to the hotel, which is fine for the night previous and after the safari. It has AC and a diner with meal included. They saved our big luggage during the safari.

The safari van was great, a Toyota Land Cruiser in perfect condition, with a cooler to keep water, coca cola and beer in the perfect temp. We could also charge our phones, camera and torches just fine, and we had wifi all the way!

Our guide was Florian, he was excellent! Very well experienced, he knew where it was most likely to find the animals. He got us to see lions hunting, three times!! He was a very skilled driver, the roads are not in great condition and since we went in rainy season it got pretty muddy, but that was not a problem! He also gave us explanations about animals, their behavior and about flora too!

Food was another highlight in this trip, while other companies get plain lunch boxes, our chef Dulla spoiled us with home made food! Every afternoon he made fresh bread for dinner, he also gave us some popcorn to accompany the sunset until it was dinner time.
We were supplied with bottled water, got every amount we wanted and also coca cola and beers.

The camping experience was amazing, going to sleep hearing the animals around is something very unique and one of a kind experience! We heard how wild animals fed just next to our tent, so if you are adventurous, I recommend to camp! But there are options with lodges too if you are not up to it. If you are going in rainy season like us, rain is expected. We had two nights with heavy rains, while we saw how other companies got soaked, our tents allowed us to stay perfectly dry! Everything worked fine. And at simba camp there was even hot water to shower.

We saw the big five! It depends on luck mostly and a bit of patience too, leopards are hard to spot, we only got see one once. We also saw many other animals like hippos, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, elephants, tortoises, monkeys, lots of birds, and different kind of antelopes (and learn to recognize them!) Big highlight was the big migration! Weren’t expecting to seeing it because of the season but we got lucky!

I highly recommend to hire Meru Slopes. It is a local company, I think it is important to support local business. And also, for what I have seen, they provide the best price - quality relation.
Hopefully will have the chance to come back! Thanks for everything!

Sabrina   –  
Austria AT
Visited: January 2025 Reviewed: Mar 17, 2025

Email Sabrina  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Exceptional Safari Experience in East Africa
5/5

We had an incredibly positive experience with Meru Slopes during our safari in East Africa. From the very beginning, the team was highly attentive to our needs and preferences. They worked closely with us to tailor the trip, considering everything from the choice of national parks to selecting the right accommodations.

Our guide, Douglas, truly made the experience unforgettable. His knowledge of the African wilderness was exceptional, and his passion for wildlife was evident throughout the journey. He was always ready to share insights, answer our endless questions, and, most impressively, he was able to locate specific animals we had hoped to see. His expertise and enthusiasm really added to the overall experience, and we cannot recommend him enough as a guide.

Meru Slopes executed everything according to plan, from our smooth arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport to the seamless transfer back at the end of the safari. The entire trip was well-organized, and we felt taken care of every step of the way. We can only speak highly of our time with Meru Slopes, and we would not hesitate to choose them again for future safaris.

Todd   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 7, 2025

Email Todd  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

8 day bucket list trip. The trip was mind blowing. We will be back and we will use Meru Slopes.
5/5

We highly recommend Meru Slopes! We are home after our incredible safari and we just keep looking at the pictures and reliving this amazing experience :))) It more than exceeded our expectations. We chose an 8 day safari, Jerome Hotti was our contact and he put together an excellent itinerary for mid-February. Godfrey was our guide, we love him, he was absolutely phenomenal. His passion for what he does is evident, he put us on the big 5, he found the animals effortlessly. Godfrey was extremely polite and reliable, we had the best time with him. We would discuss our morning starting time at dinner the night before and he would have the Land Cruiser ready to go the next day. He also took pictures every time I requested! :) The whole trip is a highlight reel, he made us feel comfortable and safe while at the same time getting us up close to the wildlife. He has such knowledge of the land and animals, every day we learned something new. We have to add a comment about honesty and trust. When dealing with a local company over 8000 miles away you have to trust them. We initially put the deposit down 4 years ago but had to reschedule. The second attempt also fell apart and we gave up. When we contacted Meru Slopes over 3 years later they were able to track down the deposit and use it on this trip. Reputable company, wonderful experience all around. We thought it would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience but it was so good we are planning on going back and using Meru Slopes again.

Amy   –  
United States US
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 3, 2025

Email Amy  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Incredible safari experience
5/5

Our tour with Meru Slopes was incredible. Great communication beforehand with prompt response to questions. They picked us up from the airport even though our flight arrived at 2:45 am! Our tour guide Douglas was fantastic. He was very experienced and knowledgeable and overall fun to be around. The food was awesome with hot lunches every day (no boxed lunches for us!). I definitely recommend them to anyone looking to go on safari!

Ann   –  
China CN
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 3, 2025

Email Ann  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Strongly recommend!
5/5

Thanks to Meru Slopes for giving us an incredible Safari experience! I especially recommend our guide Samwel. He is a very nice and professional guide. Under his guidance, we saw a lot of animals on the first day of Safari, and we saw the Big Five every day after that, including the very hard - to - find leopard and rhino. Besides leading us to look for animals, Sam also taught us a lot of knowledge about animals and local customs. He really enhanced our travel experience a great deal, and there was a new surprise every day!
I would also like to thank Almachius for helping us arrange this trip. He replied very quickly and tried his best to meet our needs. We were very satisfied with the accommodation and food provided this time. Everything is just perfect!

Isa   –  
China CN
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 2, 2025

Email Isa  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

An absolutely amazing Safari experience during the birthing season
5/5

We had an absolutely amazing 7-day Safari experience. Everything started off on the right foot with the incredibly smooth communication with Almachius in the early stages, which laid a solid foundation for the Safari. Almachius was able to provide customized solutions perfectly in line with our needs and budget. He also responded quickly and helped resolve any issues that came up, which was truly fantastic.

Our guide, Samweli, was another highlight. He was not only highly professional but also had a great personality. He could precisely and promptly locate the animals, and he had an incredibly sharp eye for spotting hidden surprises along the way. Thanks to him, we successfully saw both the Big Five and the Ugly Five. He also shared a lot of interesting and vivid facts about the animals, making the experience even more enjoyable. His positive attitude and excellent character added so much value to the trip. I highly, highly recommend him!

Ester   –  
Czech Republic CZ
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 2, 2025

Email Ester  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

🔝 on the 🔝
5/5

Unforgettable Kilimanjaro Experience – Highly Recommended!

I recently completed a 7-day trek to the summit of Kilimanjaro, and it was truly an unforgettable experience! From start to finish, everything was exceptionally well-organized, and the team made sure we felt safe, comfortable, and motivated every step of the way.

Our guides were incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and encouraging. They shared interesting insights about the mountain, kept a perfect pace, and ensured we acclimatized properly. The porters were absolute heroes, always greeting us with smiles and making sure our camps were set up and ready when we arrived.

The food was surprisingly delicious and well-balanced, keeping us energized for the long days of hiking. The attention to detail and care from the entire crew made the journey even more special.

Summit night was tough but absolutely worth it! Reaching Uhuru Peak was a breathtaking and emotional moment—one I will cherish forever.

If you're considering climbing Kilimanjaro, I highly recommend this company and their amazing team. Their professionalism, warmth, and support made all the difference. Thank you for an incredible adventure!

Cathy   –  
China CN
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 1, 2025

Email Cathy  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

amazing
5/5

Our guide, Samwel, was extremely experienced, and with a bit of luck, we managed to spot the Big Five and the Ugly Five. We also saw the stunning flamingos, a lion hunt in action, and the entire process of an elephant relieving itself... The joy of a Safari is that you never know what surprise awaits you next.
Of course, sitting in a vehicle for nearly ten hours a day under the scorching sun can be tough, so the professionalism and personality of the guide are crucial! Samwel was very emotionally stable. He would patiently ask for our thoughts and plans and then use his experience and expertise to help us achieve them. Along the way, he also shared various historical, cultural, and animal-related knowledge, making every day very fulfilling.
We also have to praise the accommodation and dining arranged by Meru Slopes. It's hard to imagine that in a nature reserve with such a weak infrastructure, we could have such a great living and dining experience.
Anataya Camp and Lion Paw were truly amazing! The dinner at Sero Camp was also incredibly satisfying for our Chinese taste buds.

Daisy   –  
China CN
Visited: March 2025 Reviewed: Mar 1, 2025

Email Daisy  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Highly recommended
5/5

I had an absolutely perfect Safari with my friends on the Meru Slopes. Special praise must go to our guide and driver, Samwel. He was incredibly professional, always arriving early with a big smile on his face to greet us. He helped us with our luggage and prepared lunch boxes. During the Safari, he had an extremely sharp eye, leading us to encounter many unique African animals. Not to mention that on the first day, he guided us to see a leopard! The Safari was actually quite tiring, but Samwel was always smiling, which was very comforting. Additionally, I must commend the excellent Sales staff member, Almachius, for choosing the Meru Slopes. He patiently revised our plans according to our needs and always responded to our messages promptly, which made us feel very reassured. I will definitely recommend this experience to my family and friends!

Fredrik Munkhammar   –  
Sweden SE
Visited: January 2025 Reviewed: Feb 28, 2025

Email Fredrik Munkhammar  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Cheap but amazing
5/5

Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro.

We were a bit hesitant to stay in tents at a campsite in the middle of the Serengeti, but it was absolutely fantastic.

Our guide and our chef were absolutely wonderful and went the extra mile for us. Good info and service from the company.

If I go on safari again, I will go with Meru Slopes

(automatic translation from Swedish)

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