"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:
- $300 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Uwe Ikker | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari Tour in Tanzania
Our dream of a safari has come true! My girlfriend and I had been planning a trip to Tanzania for a long time. Despite Corona, we decided to do it last month. We traveled with Benson Safaris Tanzania and had a wonderful vacation, uncomplicated and with wonderful impressions. Even during our many rebookings, we were able to contact the team at any time, and we always met with understanding despite annoying questions from us. Our guide Piter, speaks fluent English, was terrific! He not only brought us closer to the animal world and nature with his infinite knowledge, but also the culture of the tribes of Tanzania. As a hobby photographer, it was a dream for me to get the wild world of Trier in front of my lens. For us Tanzania was a fantastically beautiful country, with many great, open-minded people despite all the adverse circumstances in this very "new" time for everyone. Everyone complied with hygiene measures, provided information and kept their distances.
We can unreservedly recommend Benson Safaris Tanzania.
Unser Traum einer Safari ist in Erfüllung gegangen! Meine Freundin und ich hatten schon lange eine Reise nach Tansania geplant. Trotz Corona haben wir uns im letzten Monat dafür entschieden. Wir sind mit Benson Safaris Tanzania gereist und hatten einen wundervollen Urlaub, komplikationslos und mit traumhaften Eindrücken. Auch während unser vielen Umbuchungen konnten wir jederzeit Kontakt mit dem Team aufnehmen, sind jederzeit auf Verständnis gestoßen trotz nerviger Fragen von uns. Unser Guide Piter, spricht fließend Englisch, war grandios! Er hat uns nicht nur die Tierwelt und Natur näher gebracht mit seinem unendlichen Wissen, sondern auch die Kultur der Volkesstämme Tansanias. Es war für mich als Hobbyfotograf ein Traum, die wilde Trierwelt vor meiner Linse zu bekommen. Für uns war Tansania ein traumhaft schönes Land, mit vielen tollen, aufgeschlossenen Menschen trotz aller widrigen Umstände in dieser doch sehr "neuen" Zeit für alle. Jeder ist Hygienemaßnahmen nachgekommen, hat aufgeklärt und Abstände eingehalten.
Wir können Benson Safaris Tanzania uneingeschränkt weiter empfehlen.
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Email Peter Kemnitzer & Susanne Moll - filmmaker and photographer | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Refueling our souls on safari with Benson's
We were now already for the second time on the road with Benson Safaris (first time in 2019). It was not only about landscapes, animals and impressions. The special challenge: We shot professionally. This only works if safari guide and photographer/filmer form a perfect team. In both cases we were lucky to have Peter as our guide. Very quickly he understood how we think and what we need. Peter's profound knowledge of the Serengeti and the crater gave us lots of great opportunities for sightings and he made (almost) every wish possible with a lot of commitment. Also vehicle and organization of Benson Safaris are perfect. We always felt safe and cared for. Our son learned a lot including some Suaheli. If you wonder when to visit the Serengeti, now is the time, as not too many people were around. We will be back again with pleasure!
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Email Flora Hajdu | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Personalised but very professional, attention to every detail!
What a professional yet personal company! It was a delight to deal with Benson safaris in every way, from the start the attention to the client was outstanding.
We were fortunate enough to be driven and guided by Benson himself, who is such an amazing person, warm and fun to be around, always looking out for us in every way. He really prides himself in arranging top-quality safaris where nothing should be left to chance. Hygiene standards are top-notch, the coffee is great and everything is really super well organised.
Many have written about their excellent game viewing experiences so I can add something else. I am interested in fair staff treatment issues which can be a challenge if a company is too cheap (or if the owner is greedy). I asked a lot about how Benson runs his company and treats his staff and I must say I was very impressed with everything about how he explained he treated, trained, paid etc. his staff. No wonder they stay with him long term. I belive this attitude is what makes the company really good, his staff is really given the chance to grow and develop their skills.
I can really recommend going with Benson safaris!
Email Charles Kona | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Operator was skilled, entertaining and mostly important he was dedicated to save
The trip with Benson safaris cross five regions in Tanzania i.e Arusha, Manyara, Dodoma, Morogoro and Dar es salaam was wonderful, It was my first time to met such skilled, dedicated, and funny man who made our trip to be enjoyable and excellent.
His company was outstanding, passionate, informative, entertaining.
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Email Linda Engstrom | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Skilled, safe and easy going driver and guide (and interpreter!)
Benson Safaris Tanzania is a company with dedicated staff that go out of their way to make your experience easy, fun and informed of wildlife, tribes, agricultural production and other information about Tanzania. As a researcher, I have been going with Benson, the founder and owner, to visit people in remote places to which few cars have travelled. While driving us, and providing information about views, places and people along the way, he was also interpreting for us in the villages. In addition, he brought cold sodas and freshly made coffee for us in the field every day. He always had a smile on his face, and told us about the meticulous routines of his company and staff, to make the most out of every tourist's experience in Tanzania. I can highly recommend Benson and his team for your trip, whether you are a researcher with a need for 4W transportation, or a tourist aiming for a lifetime safari experience.
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Email Linus Linse | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Benson is extraordinarily professional, friendly and funny, he really puts his heart into his work!
I could not be happier! From the moment of first contact to the moment we said goodbye, I felt cared for in a professional, yet warm and genuinely personal way. Benson and his experienced team provided a customised trip with brilliant attention to detail and service second to none.
Our group went with Benson Safaris for two weeks. During this time our guide not only managed to keep our spirits high, he also showed a remarkable talent for sensing of the needs of the group; when it was time for a breather, for (amazing) coffee or even for a de-tour to pick up a local delicacy.
Needless to say, I greatly recommend Benson Safaris to anyone looking for an unforgettable stay in Tanzania.
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Email Tabea | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He was really fast and friendly in replying, courteous and uncomplicated.
It was such a nice 1-day-Safari! The driver was on time, spoke nice english and gave us a lot information about animals, wildlife and Tanzania. He also knew the name of the animals in German. The food was very good - we could choose between vegetarian, vegan and with meat before our trip. Even if we were "off-season" we saw a lot of animals and Tarangire was such a nice spot. A lot of elephants, giraffes, monkeys,... and a beautiful landscape. We came back to the park entry in the afternoon and after another snack and a glass of vine we drove savely back to Arusha. I can really recommend it - especially for volunteers, we got a really good prize for the 3 of us.
Email Julia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had an unforgetable and well organised Safari trip to Tarangire National Park with Benson Safari!
Me and my friends did an unforgetable 1-day Safari trip to Tarangire National Park with Benson Safari. We had a meeting for the preperation before and our guide picked us up at our apartement on time. After entering the National Park we had an amazing time and saw many different animals and a beautiful landescape. Our guide told us lots of information about the park and the animals during the trip and we had great (vegan) food, drinks and snacks!
We would highly recommend Benson Safari especially for volunteers!
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Email David Betts | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He was so nice and extremely knowledgeable!
I was part of a group which used Benson Safaris not only for a safari day, but also a guided hike up to the Mt. Kilimanjaro summit. The safari was an awesome experience. Our driver was extremely nice and knowledgeable about which animals we were seeing. He did a great job getting us from place to place.
The guides and porters for the Kili climb were exceptional! They took extremely good care of us. They are some of the most kind people I have ever met. I dealt with some altitude sickness on the way, and they all made sure I was in the best position possible to succeed and make it to the summit. Their joy and enthusiasm played a large part in keeping us going!
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Email Daisy Austin | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Benson was very attentive, on time, and well prepared.
We had an amazing experience hiking Kilimanjaro that exceeded our expectations! Benson Safari guides and porters took amazing care of us, anticipating our needs, and celebrating all of our victories. The food was amazing, fresh, and served with care. We were awaken each morning with hot coffee or tea and ended each evening with a briefing about the next day. They knew how to help us acclimate and took the time to make sure we were all feeling our best every day. We couldn’t have summited successfully without their knowledge and care. We also went on a Safari with them and the excellent service and attention to details continued.
