"Benson Safaris: Thrilling Adventures Await!"
Benson Safaris Tanzania
- Located In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2006)
- Member Of:
- TATO, TTB & IGS
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $250 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Kirsten | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Animal Photography Safari!
We had an incredible experience with Benson Safaris! After deciding on a 8 day Tanzania trip as our ideal location and length, we sent a couple of requests for quotes out to companies- and Benson was the fastest at responding. Pendo was amazing at answering all questions and changing our accommodations to suit our budget for the trip. As it was our group’s first time to Africa, we ended up going with mid-level lodging which were definitely comfortable. (It was also very nice to be able to take a nice hot shower to get off all the dust from the day.) We loved the Serengeti Tortillis camp- it’s in the center of the park and you can hear animals in the middle of the night.
Our guide Amini was extremely knowledgeable about all the animals and amazing at spotting animals- hidden or even very far away. Sometimes we would stop suddenly and he would point at a tiny speck on the horizon which was a lion or cheetah! We were very impressed.
As two of us were very into photography, Amini did his best to position us for good lighting and shots which we really appreciated. As you can see from the photos- we got some good ones. We also really appreciated that he spent time to take less traveled paths- most of the drivers use radios in the park to communicate animal spotting and I’d imagine it’s easy to just go where there have been known animal sightings. Instead Amini planned our days out remotely where we would be able to take out photos without cars and get very close encounters. We were very fortunate to see a lot of lions, cheetahs, and even many elusive leopards!! Our expectations were definitely exceeded.
Overall, we had an amazing experience and would definitely recommend booking with Benson!
Email George | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We took 10 day 9 nights Luxury Complete Tanzania tour
This was a dream trip for our friends group 8 people, and we started planning almost a year ago. After I go through few Tanzania safari company's website reviews, I started contacted Benson Safari. Immediately, I knew that this company listened to my questions, concerns and desires. Pendo was our contact and she quickly responded to every question and gave expert suggestions and advice. She gave some suggestions routes and accommodation suits for our age group.The 4 x 4 vehicle are very cleaning and roomy, there are plenty room for 4 of us share each vehicle (total 8 seats including driver),there is a fridge in car with plenty bottle water and soft drink free of charge.Both of driver Peter and Goodlucky are very friendly and helpful,their animal, birds, plants knowledge can answer all our questions.They seems know every inch land of Serengeti and where is certain animals living or hide from.They got inconceivable eyes can find long distance animals even hide in grass.We are luck to see all big five even saw a leopard took a springbok claim up to 10 metre tree.We saw many times of deferent lions, elephants,giraffe groups in deferent location.It is a wonderfull trip.I am highly recommend Benson Safari tour, it is a very reliable company.
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Email Anne | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, knowledgeable and perfectly organised safari operator.
We had booked a 5 day safari with Benson and had a fantastic time.
Our driver/ guide was very knowledgeable, lots of fun, punctual and in one word fantastic. As you are spending so much time with your guide, it is important there is a click and you have someone who can adapt to all kinds of situations and people. We certainly were not disappointed in that area.
The whole family (+5) was actually sad saying goodbye to him.
The entire booking process with Benson has also been a pleasure, they are very responsive, helpful and professional.
To than find that their professionalism is also replicated in real life was a relief, the entire safari tour was flawless and extremely well organised.
We would certainly recommend Benson if you are seeking the right partner to organise your safari in Tanzania.
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Email Vicki Miller | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect!
This safari was perfect in every way. Everyone at Benson Safaris is professional, reliable and responsive. Our driver, Richard, was excellent. He is extremely knowledgeable about wildlife behavior, plants, trees and everything else involving Tanzania. Their office assistant, Pendo, was very responsive during the months leading up to the tour and answered all of our questions. Benson himself came to our hotel on the last day in Arusha to say thank you and gave us a local gift. We chose this company based on the all of the positive reviews, and everyone was right. I highly recommend Benson Safaris.
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Email Dr Jorunn | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The perfect safari company
We were very content with all the aspects of this company. Road trip from Arusha ro Haydom with overnight stay in Karatu. 4 ladies participating.
Easy to book. Competetive price. The driver was friendly, serviceminded and very punctual. He drove the safaricar in a safe way. Helped with purchasing sim-card and other important stuff
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Email KC | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a Lifetime
My experience with Benson was first rate from the moment I requested a quote till I was dropped off at the airport. I was a little leery dealing with a company a continent away but Pendo was fantastic answering all my questions and altering the itinerary (10 Day Complete Tanzania) to suit my needs and always responding within a day despite the time difference. I chose the mid-level accommodations and they were fantastic. I can't imagine how much better the luxury level could be. A few of the camps were in the parks and the animals, particularly lions, could be heard at night. Richard, our guide, was excellent. He found all I wanted to see and we were often very close to the action and he gave us all the time we wanted to view before moving on.
I can't recommend Benson enough to someone considering a Tanzanian adventure.
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Email Sue, Martin & Steffi | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely Brilliant!
Thanks to Benson Safaris we had the most amazing and memorable Tanzanian experience. We chose to book with Benson because they are a locally owned and operated company, and from the booking process to the airport transfers, to our week spent with our exceptional guide, Kessy, they do a superb job. Our accommodations were first class, our favourite being Kubu Kubu in the Serengeti, and the meals were excellent, exceeding our expectations.
We couldn't have asked for a better guide. Kessy is experienced and very knowledgeable and always gave us all the time we wanted when there was something to see. He's a fun guy to spend a week with.
All the wildlife we saw was truly amazing, and the amount of wildlife staggering. What a privilege to see The Big Five, and spot a cheetah in the tall grass on the plains of the Serengeti. Also totally incredible and fascinating was witnessing the wildebeest migration. We also never imagined how impressive and beautiful the birds would be, and the landscape is unforgettable.
After four days of touring the National Parks, Tarangire, Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, we took the less travelled route and headed north to Lake Natron where we hiked the active volcano Ol Doinyo Lengai with our Maasai guide. An absolutely memorable experience, but so steep, it took a lot longer to descend than it did to hike up!
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Email Dave | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari adventure
I thought overall this was an amazing experience and Benson helped to make it so. Taking the animals we saw out of the picture as you can never guarantee what you will or will not see, I was very very pleased. Benson customized our trip to what we wanted to do which was see animals. Richard our guide for the whole trip, stopped when we saw animals and allowed us all the time we wanted before moving on. He explained to us about the animals we were seeing and also answered many questions as we drove through each park. We asked for mid-level lodges and we could not imagine how there could be anything better as our lodges were clean, the beds were nice and we had a private bathroom. There was bottled water in each lodge for us to use. The food was outstanding. I definitely did not lose weight on this trip. Richard did a great job of finding the right location to park our Cruiser for the best view of the animals. We were amazed by the number of animals and how close they came to the Cruiser. Richard handled all of the paper work for entering the parks and the lodges and it was seamless for us. I would recommend using Benson to any of my friends or family.
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Email Tanja | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A terrific experience
As women we wanted to travel by ourself in an African country. We were very skeptical as to whether Tanzania was the right choice.
We have written a request to the team of Benson Safaris Tanzania, which replied within 24h. Presumably we as clients have been exhausting because we have asked many questions: For the safety of the country, if we can travel as women by ourself, if it dangerous to go for safari as women and so on.
Today we can say that Tanzania is a truly peaceful and fun-loving country, poor as well. We have made 14 days safari and then flew to Zanzibar for 6 days.
In the 6 days Zanzibar we did a great spice farm tour and had a great yoga hotel in the north (Nungwi). Benson has chosen a wonderful hotel with 2x daily yoga offerings and meals right in front of our rooms.
Our guide on the safari was Joshua, who brought a lot of knowledge about bird species, land and animals. All our questions could be answered and he had great experiences from the wildlife and safaris, which he shared with us.
We found the people of Tanzania very eager to learn about our culture and country and we felt particularly comfortable being cooked African "Mama Lunch" for us from an African village woman.
All our prejudices about the country have not been confirmed, we felt safe, were always well accommodated and nicely received.
The team of Benson Safaris Tanzania we met in Arusha for a dinner: We wanted to take a "reparation" for our many questions and get to know the person behind the scenes. The staff is handpicked from Benson hiself and all are local people working for Benson Safaris Tanzana. Benson gave a special job and with it an opportunity for his life. That’s why we would always travel with a local owned company because they are knowledgeable for their country as well.
Our driver Zablon was a really authentic and true experience in Africa: He was funny and really friendly when he picked us from the airport and made the Arusha City Trip with us as well. Once you are in Arusha you should have a coffee in Africafé and some Mandasi as well
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Email Jeroen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Benson exceeded our expectations!
Benson replied fast on our quote request and made a nice itinerary. He was very helpful to customize it to our wishes. When we arrived in Arusha he came to the hotel to meet us and discuss the tour in person with us.
The only thing was that we had to wait at the Ngorongoro Crater entrance because they did not receive the payment. It took us a bit more than 1 hour but we found out that it was not Bensons’s fault but from the administration of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority.
So in the end everything was perfectly well organized, from the hotels to the guides to the 4x4’s and the airport transfers.
He did exceed our expectations! Thanks Benson!