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 Paul Green | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Trips, Great Guide
We really enjoyed our trip to Ngorogoro, Manyara and Tarangire over a 3 day weekend. It was a short safari, but Ilmaasai did not make it feel rushed and we had several great experiences. We booked them because we like to support local small business and were glad we did. They were professional and we got all that was promised in a professional, warm manner. Loth, the owner communicated exactly how it would progress and it went off like clockwork.
Highly recommend.
Email Rachel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Kilimanjaro 6 days
We had an amazing time on the Kilimanjaro trip. Ilmaasai were very friendly and professional from the start. Best price we could find in Arusha and no pressure selling. They helped to hire the right equipment for the climb. The entire team who helped us up the mountain were amazing, very attentive and the guides were fantastic, very patient and encouraging. I would definitely recommend this company for booking any excursions.
IE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Experience of a lifetime, with a gem of a company
Myself and my partner, Magdalena, sincerely thank Joseph for organising the trip of a lifetime for us!
We went on a 4 day safari, including Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater - which was more spectacular than we could have imagined - and successfully climbed Kilimanjaro. Throughout, we were impressed by the company's attention to detail, local knowledge, and most honourable behaviour - while offering a very budget price. As a first time visitor, it was a most welcome relief to have these trips in their safe hands.
In particular, our Kilimanjaro guides (John Wilbert and Justin Kimath) were completely fantastic. No exaggeration - there is no way we would have made it without their guidance, support and care. They were all-round nice guys with deep knowledge of the mountain and Tanzania in general.
A most enjoyable experience, whose memories we will treasure.
This company really takes care you from start to finish.
I did a 5 day trip to Kilimanjaro with Tuma and Yuda. They were amazing. So warm and caring. Always making sure that everything was comfortable and really pushing you to the top. The trip is hard. It's stressful and exhausting but I can't imagine going with anyone else but Tuma and Yuda. If you book with il Maasai make sure you request them. Enjoy!!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a breathtaking experience I will never forget!
It was amazing. Exceeded all expectations, I was amazed at how wonderful the food was. I felt safe, and saw the most amazing views of my life.
DE
Email Markus | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
After being welcomed hearty we always felt comfortable and secure travelling around with ilmaasai.
Our tour was organized by my sister in law. As a local she recommended ilmaasai as relaibel, relaxed and sensible. Our driver was competent in answering questions concerning all kind of wilflife and the environment, etc. He brought us savley to and through all the beautiful tanzanian parks. Nice companion to travel with! Like our cook too! We enjoyed in his cuisine and more than once we were surprised about his performance late at night after a long day out in nature. Al lot of non-replaceble moments we finished our safari impressed deeply. Thanks a lot!
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Email Martin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good choice
It was a great experience a good selection of tour operator. Driver was very funny, he knew a lot (he is Masaai). We visited 3 NP - a lot of varirous species of animals - lion, zebras, elephants, etc.
Food was OK, accomodation too.
I can highly recommend this Il maasai company.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A great vacation
Three craters in three days-- and each has something different to offer. It was a great way to relax after working in the city for a while, very quiet, peaceful, relaxing-- while also being an invigorating environment to explore.
First day's crater is large, open savannah, where Maasai live and graze cattle. Second day's has a large wooded area to walk down to a huge, lake where flamingoes migrate through during parts of the year. And the third day is the large area for a safari drive to see a huge number of animals in their habitat.
In between, the camping was nice-- the guides/hosts were pleasant, meeting some Maasai from around was interesting, and the food was really excellent (even got a chance to try my hand at making ugali). It was a large-style vacation in just a few days. Highly recommended.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent safari!
I loved the company! Did the 4-day Serengeti, Manyara, and Ngorongoro Crater. At Manyara, a herd of elephants literally passed right in front of our vehicle - we could have touched them! Ngorongoro had a beautiful landscape. Serengeti was the best! We saw just about everything and ended up in the middle of a pride of sleeping lions on one occasion. We saw just about everything on this 4-day: zebras, giraffes, lions, elephants, hippos, and even a cheetah. Our guides were very nice and put up well with all of our questions and would tell us information about the animals. They would also accommodate our specific requests - I wanted to see a lilac breasted roller bird and a sunrise... and he got us there for both! The cook that came with us was super nice and made us absolutely delicious dinners at camp each night. He'd chat with us and tell us stories. The company brings all the camp gear, food, cooking equipment, etc. All you need are clothes and toiletries!
A word about the person who owns the business, Loth. He became a good friend and helped us out twice free of charge on a moment's notice when (1) we had a medical emergency at our home and needed to transport one of our volunteers to the hospital ASAP and didn't have any other phone numbers of people with cars, and (2) when we ended up on the wrong bus back from Dar es Salaam to Arusha and ended up at a scary bus stop at 1am he came straight to the rescue and delivered us safely home. He used his personal vehicle and refused payment. Not only was the safari great, but the owner of this company cares about people and I trust him. I whole-heartedly recommend this expedition. I'll go again if I ever make it back to Tanzania!
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Loth and Ephata were very helpful, knowledgeable, and took very good care of us.
The safari was better than we could have possibly imagined. Our accommodations were first class and Loth and Ephata could not have done enough for us, in other words, their service to us was superb. They always knew where to find the animals we wanted to see. We would definitely recommend them to anyone who wants to go on safari in Tanzania.