"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 Kyle Hayes | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing!
I loved our experience with Benson! Our organization climbed Kilimanjaro with them for charity. The entire operation was organized, communicative, and safe. The food was most surprising! Coffee at our tent door every morning, and even meals for us vegetarians. We loved getting to know the team and their expertise. They even surprised us with a birthday cake on our final day for our organization's anniversary! I would highly recommend them!
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Email Tim L | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful, most amazing tour operator we’ve had
Our safari with Benson was truly amazing. Their communication upfront is clear and quick, with a clear itinerary, plenty of room for questions and good payment options and confirmations.
Our experience during the safari was simply great. Our guide Peter was the most friendly, attentive, knowledgable and kind person we could have wished for and the owner Benson surprised us on multiple occassions. The itinerary was very well planned, we’ve seen amazing landscapes and animals (guide Peter had a very good eye) and the hotels were very well arranged.
We’d truly like to urge you to consider choosing this locally owned provider, as the thought and effort they put in to make your safari the best is unmatched and you contribute directly to the local community. Thanks Benson and Peter, we really felt like part of the family!
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Email Annette en Ton | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very friendly with a lot of knowledge about plants, landscapes and animals. Surprises !
We had booked a safari of 6 weeks with this local firm Benson Safaris. What a wonderfull week we had. Thanks to Benson and our guide Peter. Peter knows a lot of all the plants and animals in de national parks we visited: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorogoro crater, Lake Manyara and Arusha park. Peter is een safe driver and is very focused on the wishes of the costumer. The arrangements and hotels were wonderfull en really exiting. Our trips during the day well organised and a day after the last trip we already missed Peter and all the knowledge he learned jn the 3 years that he went to school to learn about the parks.
And we were really surprised bij Benson with a special room, champagne, wine and cake because Peter had heard that we will be married for fourty years in november. Het overheard that en Benson arrangend it all. Good coffee and other presents on the other days.. We can really recommend Benson as a company to arrange your safaritrip
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Email Lorenzo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
More than perfect
My father and I climbed the Kilimanjaro with Benson. Organisation more than perfect. At the airport a driver picked us up on time and brought us to Ilburu lodge. The next day at 8 am a Pullman was waiting for us at the hotel. We left and we went at Lemosho gate, to start the climb of Kilimanjaro. It has been a 7 days tour.
We always overnighted in camps, in tends. The crew has been amazing: porters really friendly and they did a great job. They carried a lot of stuff and they've always worked perfectly. Chef was insane. He literally cooked really tasty food at 4000 metres, which isn't obvious at all!
The guides are super professional and skilled. We spoke a lot and enjoyed the time with them.
On the 6th we started the ascent to the summit. Everything went smooth and we reached it, thanks to the crew, the organisation, and the staff of Benson safaris.
Returning back, my father was left on time at the airport and everything went as scheduled.
We have to sincerely thank Benson safaris for this tour. We made and amazing trip, seeing marvellous landscapes and interacting with a lot of people.
I would definitely recommend Benson safaris for this kind of experience. Everything will be great and you will for sure enjoy as much as possible the trip.
Thanks.
P.s. in our crew there was also a women. We deeply appreciated that. It's comforting to see that women are included in this kind of journey.
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Email Richard Plumeit | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderfull
We chose Benson Safari for our safari and we can only congratulate ourselves because it is a very trustworthy and serious agency, Benson and Judith were able to meet our requirements and were very very patient both for the lodges and for the visits parks. The communication was very responsive they have always listened to us the rates are very competitive on an equal comparison with other agencies. Our safari went without the slightest problem from our reception at Kilimanjaro airport until our departure from Arusha airport to reach Zanzibar. We had asked for a driver guide who spoke French who was very professional and with very safe driving. In short, an extraordinary experience that we have seen in the wonderful moments and grace to all of Benson's team.
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Email Amit T | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amin was lovely and pleasant. we had an amazing time.
the trip was tailor to our needs. everything was very organized and they were very responsive before our arrival. we saw amazing scenery and animals and loved every part of it. will definitely recommend Benson to all our friends
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Email Michael Webb | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic experience!!!
Benson was professional, attentive, knowledgeable, generous, and enjoys me to work with. Highly recommend. Our group enjoyed an incredible Kili climb as well as a day trip to Ngorongoro Crater. Can’t wait to go back. I’ll definitely hire Benson again!!
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Email Richard Plumeit | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic
I have unforgettable memories of the safari organized by Benson. From the friendly welcome from the airport, then a big thank you to Frank, our pleasant and careful driver. As for the lodges and our safaris in the parks, it was great. I recommend Benson for his patience during our exchanges to organize the safari and then his professionalism throughout the circuit.
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Email Daniel Robles | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgetable and Amazing Experience
We had booked a safari with Benson Safaris. What a wonderful safari we had. Thanks to Benson and our guide Peter. Peter knows a lot of all the plants and animals in de national parks we visited: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorogoro crater. Peter is a safe driver and is very focused on the wishes of the costumer. The arrangements and hotels were wonderful, Patricia did a great job too. Our trips during the day well organized and a day after the last trip we already missed Peter. Even when we decided to changed an hotel during the trip, they helped us to have it done.
We had wine provided by peter because he heard my wife doesn't drink beer and he always had a surprise (an animal to be photographed) during the safari. We were really surprised with the safari, one of the best experiences in our life.
Reply from Benson Safaris Tanzania
Posted on Sep 8, 2023Dear Daniel,
Thank you so much for sharing your incredible experience with us! We're overjoyed to hear that your safari with Benson Safaris Tanzania, guided by Peter, left such a lasting impression on you.
It's wonderful to know that Peter's extensive knowledge of the flora and fauna enriched your safari experience across Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Safety and customer satisfaction are paramount to us, and we're glad to hear that Peter's attentiveness aligned perfectly with your wishes.
We're also thrilled that you appreciated Patricia's efforts in making sure all arrangements and accommodations met your expectations. Flexibility is crucial, and we're glad we could assist in rearranging your hotel to better suit your needs.
It's those thoughtful touches, like providing wine for your wife and surprising you with photo-worthy animal encounters, that make a safari with us truly special.
We're honored to have been a part of one of the best experiences of your life. Should you ever decide to embark on another adventure, please know that we'd be absolutely thrilled to welcome you back.
Thank you once again for choosing Benson Safaris and for your kind words.
Warm regards, Benson
Managing Director
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Email Sarah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Reliable, good information and great tour.
We booked a private 4 day safari tour with benson. The driver was nice and was super experienced with safari tours and the parks. We always had great food and great accommodations.
Reply from Benson Safaris Tanzania
Posted on Sep 8, 2023Dear Sarah,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience on your first safari with us.
Our team takes great pride in providing reliable information and ensuring that our guests have a memorable and enjoyable safari. It's wonderful to know that Benson, your driver, made your journey so enjoyable with his expertise and friendly demeanor.
We believe that great food and comfortable accommodations are essential to enhance the overall safari experience, and we're delighted to hear that you were satisfied with both.
We appreciate your trust in us and hope that you have created unforgettable memories during your 4-day safari tour. If you ever decide to embark on another adventure, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We'd be more than happy to assist you in planning another incredible safari.
Once again, thank you for choosing Benson Safaris Tanzania, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.
Best regards, Benson
Managing Director