KILIHOLIDAYS TEAM LEADER
Tours by Locals (aka Kiliholidays)
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2004)
- Member Of:
- TATO, TTB, KINAPA, MNRT & TPO
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Andy & Sharon | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic!!
We went on the 6 day southern circuit safari with Kiliholidays and we had a fantastic experience from start to finish. We have never booked a trip direct with the tour operator like this before, and Mack, who did the booking for us was really helpful and informative, he answered any questions we had and made booking the holiday really easy and stress-free!
Our guide was called Mike and he was Amazing!! So helpful and friendly and nothing was too much trouble, he knew loads about the wildlife and the culture and traditions of Tanzania. He helped to make our holiday even more special.
We would definitely recommend Kiliholidays (and Mike as a guide) if you are thinking of booking a safari.
A Massive thank you to Mack, Mike and all the staff who made our safari a trip we will never forget!!
Reply from Tours by Locals (aka Kiliholidays)
Posted on Jun 16, 2016It was a pleasure to welcome your party to Tanzania and our hearts are warmed to hear that you enjoyed your time here. 6days is a good length of time to spend here - there is always something new to see, especially if you have as good guide to point everything out. Compliment to Mike our driver and guide. Our staff are always happy to answer e-mails in advance of the trip, as we all realize how big a commitment a safari trip is.
Thank you, both for your visit and your comments.
Mack Kornelio
Kiliholidays Team Leader.
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Email Gianluca and Simona | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Safari
A wondeful tour of northern parks, lots of wildlife and great contacts with local people. Thank's for everything, and a special mention for our guide/driver.
Email Craig | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great experience with a few bumps
First I would like to thank Mack for his patience whilst we sorted out our end. Mike, our driver and guide, for his knowledge and willingness to assist us in getting the best experience during our time on safari. And Nicho for some excellent food at the Hippo Camp.
Some points that would have improved the overall safari, prior planning on the part of Kiliholidays to ensure vehicle is in the best state prior to commencement may have prevented the flat tyre just outside of Dar Es Salaam, and having a fully serviceable jack would have reduced the amount of time on the side of the road. In addition having to wait in Dar Es Salaam whilst groceries were purchased detracted from the excitement for all participants who were on their first safari. And though it was necessary to have a spare prior to departing the Hippo Camp, it was not good having to wait for two hours whilst it was being repaired when it should have been done the previous day/night, and I do understand this is not Kiliholidays fault as the tyre was dropped off for repair with plenty of time to do so.
The sunset boat tour on the Rufiji was spectacular, with the sun setting over the hippos. Accommodation provided by Steve and his staff at the Hippo Camp was a pleasant surprise, much better than what we expected. The safari was, from start to finish, a magnificent display of african animals in the wild, Giraffes, Impala, Warthogs, Zebras, Wildebeasts, Lions, Hippos, Kudus, Water Bucks, Crocodiles, Babboon, Monkeys and Elephants. The best experience though was getting within a couple of meters of 3 month old Lion Cubs with their mother. And the view from the bank of the lake/river whilst we ate lunch was brilliant. Didi and his magical 2 hour walk through the bush the following morning was an adventure that none of us will ever forget, and then he topped it off with more elephants.
All in all the six of us immensely enjoyed the experience, but the time wasted for provisions and tyre change/repair on the voyage to and from Dar Es Salaam could have been avoided.
Reply from Tours by Locals (aka Kiliholidays)
Posted on Jul 29, 2016Thanks for the review and your advice is much appreciated. There was a little delay on the first day due that you made payment on that morning and by that time we have to change some $ to Tz shillings. There was no exchange shop open by that time, that made us wait till opened around 9am. We apologies as we couldn't notify you early.
The lift Jack happen not work probability due to lack of oil and it happened Mike-our driver guide did not notify the problem to the garage to sought out the problem before the next safari. But now it all done/solved. Regarding to the flat tyre at Selous, we spoke to Mike and it happened to be a mistake of him and he real regret of what happen due to the time waste.
All of our safari vehicle undergo maintenance soon after and before the next safari. Thank you so much that you had a great safari vacation with Kiliholidays and looking forward to host you once again in a future.
Mack Kornelio
Kiliholidays Team Leader
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Email Barbara | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a great expereance,we learnt so much about live,nature,people and of course animals!
We were picked up by yeep with a Guide an a Cook in Dar es Salaam ! The english of both was very good . The Guide told us so much about nature,animals and live in Tansania.The Drive to Selous Game Reserve took 7 hours with a good lunch in between and was so interesting ! We stayed at Hippo Camp,with view at the river,where you can see the Hippos!! The accommodation was nice and clean , the people friendly and helpful! We did a two hour boat safari,a one day game drive and a walking safari. Each event was georgus, unbeleavabel ,the greatest expereance we ever had!! The food was very good and plenty and tasty! Tank you very much for those 3 days we will never forget!!
NL
Email Karlijn | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience, well organised tripp
In September 2016 we took a 6 day safari (midclass) with Kiliholidays. During this trip we visited Tarangire National Park, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro NP and Lake Manyara. We were very fortunate to see a lot of animals upclose. Our guide Mike was really nice, showed great hospitality and really 'knew his stuff' about the wildlife and the history of Tanzania. Also the contact with Mack, by mail and whatsapp was quick and adequate. Accomodations were clean and beautiful and lived up to our expectations. We definitely recommand Kiliholidays. If we visit Tanzania again, we would like to travel with them again.
IL
Email jacob | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
great experience, best value!
we went to a 5 days honeymoon safari with kiliholidays. We visited Tarangire National Park, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro NP and Lake Manyara. Mack the owner is a very nice man he helped us with getting from and to the airport, Thomas the instractor was very pleasent and profesional, the food was nice, we got to see the big five and the overall experience was just great!
beacause we eat only kosher food Mack was kind enouph to bring us new dish, pans, and cooking only vegeterian food. it was a great service wich he asked for nothing in return, and it says everything about this company.
i recomend this company for everyone who wants a good experience in the best value for money!
thanks for everything!!
CZ
Email Nikola | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect autentic Safari tour
Well organizted Safari tour. Great guides, autentic locations, lot of adventure.
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Email Stephen | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great value and great stuff
We had good luck through the teviews before choosing our budget safari and chose Killiholidays and i think we were very lucky in our choice.
The money exchange at first seemed a problem because there was no paypal or credit cards but we trusted them and in the end everything was fine, Mack was quite relaxed and we had to trust him.
This is a safari that really puts you in touch with the people and the Selous, the driving looked daunting but the landcruiser was fine and our driver Tumsufi was excellent,he really looked out for us and could,nt do enough.
Driving through the landscape you really get a sense of the place and where you are heading.
I would not hesitate to do this again with Killiholidays all their staff Moses, Mack and Tumsufi have the best intentions in making sure you have a fantastic time.
In only one day we saw so much, lions,giraffes, elephants,hyenas,warthogs and hippos our only regret is we didn,t book for longer.
Reply from Tours by Locals (aka Kiliholidays)
Posted on Dec 8, 2016We are delighted that you enjoyed your safari with us. It was a pleasure to host you here in Tanzania, and it is great to hear your positive comments about your experience. We value the opportunity to provide a personal service.
Thank you for choosing Kiliholidays Tours & Safaris!
Kind regards
Mack Kornelio
Kiliholidays Team leader
Email Darren | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Bespoke Safari & Mountain Biking
My two teenage boys and I had a fantastic safari holiday thanks to bothth Mack for putting a tailored package together and Mike our excellent driver and guide . Mike was very knowledgeable and nothing was too much trouble . Our most memorable day was spent mountain biking around Mto wa Mbu with Mkopi a local guide he showed is many things about Tanzanian life. KIli put this iitinery together especially for us.
thanks guys !
CH
Email Elian | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was definitely one of the greatest experience of our lives!
Kiliholidays is a great safari agency! they have been reliable and honest. The car was exactly how I expected, spacious and with the "lifting-roof", and the tour was organized only for the two of us. One of the best experiences of my life so far! The guide was really helpful and competent, it has been really easy to establish a good relationship with him. Everything went without any problem and we enjoyed the wildlife and landscape of this wonderful place. After the safari we also met the operator manager, Mack: a really good man! We would definitely repeat the safari sooner or later!