Ilmaasai Expedition
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2004)
- Member Of:
- TTB, TALA, KPA & TANAPA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $160 to $750 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Atika | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful safari experience at Ngorongoro and Manyara national parks
My friend and I had a two day safari which was such a brilliant experience, much of it due to the care that ilmasaai takes in organizing everything. The drive was nice, and Bryson (?), our driver, was quite patient with us and our constant need to photograph every monkey or bird we saw (or when we freaked out about any of the big 5). He drove us around to all the locations where he thought we woudl get to see more wildlife and was also quick in spotting a lot of these tiny, miniature, camouflaged animals. Moreover, he was a treasuretrove of information on everything Tanzania.
We also had delicious food that was prepared fresh by Usman, our cook, and he took care of my specific eating preferences as well (no beef or pork). I thought that was very considerate of them.
In the end, when we were done with out safari and were waiting to grab the ride to the airport, Katherine, the daughter of Loth was very nice and took us around the Arusha (the main sites are basically a 5 minute walk from each other).
I liked the personal feeling I got from these guys. They tried to make the journey as pleasant for us as possible (given the hectic schedule we had planned for ourselves), and the whole two days were extremely fun. Moreover, unlike several of the other places that we also wrote to, they were reasonable in their price and gave us all that they described they were going to do. It did not feel like we were cheated here.
I think the only thing I was slightly unhappy about was the fact that we were put in a lodge for the one night, where I thought we were actually going to camp in the park itself. But I think that might have been because of several other circumstance.
Overall I loved this experience and would highly recommend ilmaasai. They are a small company but the care and attention they give you is much more and probably much better than with a big safari company.
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Email Kon | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome Safari!
We had an awesome safari with this company! All the people are really warm and nice. We always felt safe and very comfortable. Looking forward to the next safari :-)
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Email Kate | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Super helpful
The communication was fantastic. Loth helped me plan the perfect tour that fit our needs. He spent months helping to arrange the best tour and price. The Safari met and exceeded our expectations. We even saw the Big Five! I lost track of how many lions and elephants we encountered. Our tour guide was amazing and really helped to make our travels excellent. I would recommend bringing lots of protein bars, peanut butter, and snacks along because we got so wrapped up in watching the amazing animals that some of the meals got pushed back rather late. We are also American and so we could not eat some of the raw vegetable salads that were served (our immune system can't handle raw in Tanzania) or that there are not coolers for the meat. So, when I go again I will bring more protein rich snack bars and order the vegetarian meal option. So those are my tips. Definitely book with Loth. He will take very good care of you. The safari was a life changing adventure. There are no words to compare the beauty that we encountered watching live animals in their natural habitat.
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Email Daiva V | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great safari experience with Imaasai Expedition. Nice communication with manager
Very nice communication with manager, he is really cares about the clients. Good service - everything as agreed. Thank you for great safari experience.
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Email Sara | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience
We loved the experience, above all thanks to the ability of our guide Bryson to spot wildlife. One of the best trips we have had.
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Email mauro simoni | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
It ' was a great trip advice to those who want to visit Tanzania to go with this wonderful company
It ' was a really great trip with a guide and a really good cook. I , the past two weeks in contact with nature that hardly forget , I hope to repeat this adventure as soon as possible , and surely I will do the very heart maasai.Grazie and many good things .
The best wild experience of my life
This organization provides you the best service you can have. The guides are all local and they are very well prepared and they know the territory very well . Remind that you are on safari you cannot expect luxury accommodation or a full package of service. But with this organization you are supported 100% of your time
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Email Monika | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing tour and very reliable and well organised Tour Operator!
We've booked a 5 day Tour with Il Masaai Expedition and had the best time in Tanzania!!! The booking and communication with Mr. Loth was very friendly and he explained everything to us. We were picked up on the airport by himself just on time and stayed one night in Arusha before the tour started. Our driver Bryson was such a nice guy and we felt very safe the whole time! Also our cook Othman did a great job he served delicious food every day, like local meals and also Spaghetti, Pizza.... Tanzania is a fascinating country and we were overwhelmed with all that beautiful nature and animals like lions, rhinos, elephants, leopards, zebras....the highlight was definately Ngorongoro Crater - we started early in the morning and saw all the animals walking in the sunrise so magical!!!! Although we did a Budget safari it was the best trip so far and we travelled to many countries before. I would definately choose Il Masaai Expedition again if I will come back - and that's for sure :) Asante!
Email Jessica and Tom | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience!
5 day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara -Camping.
(Two 19 year olds)
Ilmaasia were happy to collect us from our hotel in central Arusha . Our driver (Bryson) greeted us and we were taken to the office to meet Loth and complete the necessary paperwork, he was helpful and reassuring.
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable even on the drive to the first national park he was happy to answer any questions we had about Tanzania and local culture.
We then had the most amazing 5 days exploring Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara we saw all the big 5 and had many unforgettable moments.
Our chef really delivered at no moment we're we left Hungry and the quality of food was surprising due to the basic facilities at some of the campsites.
On 2 of our 4 nights we were put up at the panorama campsite, looking over lake Manyara we had a room and all of the facilities we desired. The other 2 nights were spent camping in the heart of the Serengeti and the top of the Ngorongoro Crator . We were lucky enough to see elephants as they walked through our campsite!!!
After our safari we had 5 days exploring Arusha . Our guide was extremely helpful giving us recommendations on things to do locally.
In the future we would definitely use ilmaasia for our safaris . The good price, amazing experience and great guide and chef highlighted our trips, we were sad to say goodbye!
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Email Ari Jokela | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Masai joy
Thank's Simon and Roman for making my 3-day trip to Lake Natron to a
road of joy. One of the highlights was the meeting with all the friendly Masais.
Climbing Oldonyo Lengai with my masai guide Ringa starting in the middle of
night was the greatest. I recomend it to all with good shape.