Reviews
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Email Jozef | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
4 day Semi Luxury Safari in Tanzania
Hi,
This was our first Safari so can't compare but I have to say that we loved it. The communication with Victor from care kilimanjaro was quick and he explained a lot. We opted for semi luxury option (Rhino lodge in Ngorongoro + 2 tented camps in Lake Manyara & Serengeti) and all of them were really awesome. No need to worry if you choose this option. All accommodations were spacious, very clean, had comfortable beds and even private bathroom with towels and toilet. All of them also had an electricity plug so we could charge our electronics every day.
I really appreciated that Victor organized for us both transfers from the airport and 2 nights at the hotel in Arusha. We stayed at Venice hotel which locals refer to as "VEry NICE" - can't argue with that. Everything went smoothly and we had a great rest before & after Safari.
We had a 9-seater Toyota for our game drives which was fine. All are window seats so it doesn't really make difference how many people are with you in a car. We didn't feel jammed or somehow limited by other people + we were a pretty good group so had a lot of fun together. From what I saw all other companies are using the same or very similar cars. Our guide wasn't the most communicative one but he had a great eye and spotted loads of animals and this is really what matters the most.
To sum up we had an awesome experience. There were few minor misunderstandings that are really not worth mentioning but you need to realize this is not Germany. I would recommend this company to anyone especially for their price to value ratio.
Jozef
HU
Email Donat | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfectly organized Safari! Had a really good time.
The whole experience was amazing. The communication was perfect, we got a nice descripton about the Safari in advance. The guide had very good knowledge. All the accomodations are nice and clean and the staff is helpful everywhere.
SE
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Care, expertise and friendliness - great company
This was my second climb to Mt.Kilimanjaro in 6 years. In 2008 I climbed with another company, we were 4 people and 2 of us made to top. This time (March 2015) we were 7 people climbing and after long search and discussing we decided to go with Care Kilimanjaro. So I can compare the services and professionilsm of both companies. Both time it was March and Marangu route. I should say I am very happy that we chose Care Kilimanjaro. Their communication (Magreth) was very professional - and beleive me, I had alot of requests and questions for them. Pricing is flexible and really best value for money. As for the climb itself - the guides Andrew, Zakayo and Musa are really very professional, experienced and carrying. Our group of 7 people was in 29-60 years age range, 3 men and 4 women, with different mountaineering experienced - from Himalaya to none. 6 out of 7 reached Uhuru, thanks to the guides and supporting team. Also, Care Kilimanjaro organized after - climb trip to Ngorongoro Crater to safari and 3 days hiking at Usumbara mountains (Lushoto). Everything was superb and if we come back to Tanzania, I will definitelly want to be with Care Kilimanjaro again.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All we expected ...and More!
We were delighted with our 13-day safari as organized by Care Kilimanjaro. They were the first to respond when I sent out an initial query to 5 companies, and peter gave us everything we asked for--a specific itinerary, a guide knowledgeable about birds, walking safaris, etc. He was also incredibly patient and prompt in answering my subsequent hundreds of questions. Our vehicle was comfortable, our guide miraculous. Thanks to John we had some amazing experiences (such as being the only vehicle waiting patiently while a cheetah dozed in the distance, then watching it wake up and amble toward us and cross the road right in front of us). And thanks to his sharp eyes and patience, we identified over 180 bird species (quite remarkable since we are not very professional about bird watching)!
I should mention his driving skills also, easing the vehicle through mud and roads turned into rivers while cars were getting stuck all around us.
All in all, we are happy clients indeed.