Your Preferred Tour Operator and Safari Guide
Nyasi Adventure
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- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $378 to $750 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Beautiful days!
Hi!we're Sonia & Marc from Barcelona.We did the Selous tour (3 days,2 nights) with Nyasi Adventures,and it was a great experience.We could see a lot of animals,and very near to us!!we stayed at Hippo camp,and it spent a good days.With driver and cooker,we were like at home.Thanks for all!!
Email Michael and Anne | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Davis, an incredible and recommended host!!
We booked the 3 day Selous Game Reserve ('Off the Beaten Track') Safari with Kanuth (However, our guide was Davis - who runs and owns Nyasi Adventure - therefore we want to review this company too) and were not disappointed whatsoever. From the moment we were collected from our Guesthouse, to the moment we returned, we had a fantastic time with Davis, and our cook, Mariam.
We were picked up early on the first day, and driven into the centre of Dar to pick up Mariam (our cook) and some supplies. We then headed out of the mayhem of Dar (a relief for us) onto the roads to take us into the Selous Game Reserve. We stopped for lunch, and a quick snack and toilet stop too. After a bumpy few hours (as the road conditions change, including the type of soil - which makes a lot of difference!) we arrived at the Hippo Camp. We checked into our hut, which was plenty big enough, clean and had a good view over the river. After checking in, we waited for other guests from other companies, who were also staying at Hippo Camp, to arrive and get ready for our river Safari.
This part of the Safari was great. We got to see Hippos, Crocodiles, Kingfishers, Stalks, Monkeys and Yellow Weaver Birds (plus probably more that I can't remember unfortunately). We had the chance to get close to three bloats of Hippos whilst the sun was setting. This was pretty special. Our boat guide gave us a fantastic insight into the river animals, and was able to answer all of our questions.
Back at Camp we had a nice meal with Davis, before retiring to our comfy bed. The next day we went into the Game Reserve. Just before the entrance, we spotted two Giraffes in an open air strip. Our first Safari animals, our favourite Safari animals! The first time you see these animals in the wild, it is a unique and fantastic feeling; something which you never get from a zoo, or enclosed animal parks. In the Game Reserve we saw countless Impalas, Crocodiles, Warthogs, more Giraffes, Zebras, Hippos, Gnus, Vultures, and Monkeys. We also saw some 'Umbrella Birds', which we could watch for hours, providing us with much entertainment as they hunt for small fish.
We were warned we'd be lucky to see Elephants and Lions, given the poaching that occurs on the other side of the river at Selous. However, we were blessed by seeing two Elephant herds and three prides of Lions. One pride of which had not been seen in a region of the Reserve since 2008!! And they had cubs!! The Elephants wandered lazily through the Savannah, one herd had a calf with them, and an adult Elephant wasn't too impressed with us following it after a while! With the Lions, we were able to watch two prides with earlier kills.
The final day of our trip was spent being shown around the Hippo Camp by a former local poacher and tribesman. His insight and knowledge to the local flora and fauna was impressive and captivating. He told us about how many people worship the Baobab tree, and how they copy the lifestyle of the Colobus Monkeys. After this, we set back to Dar, stopping again for some lunch and a toilet break before we hit the nightmarish traffic of Dar (oh how we did not miss Dar whilst on Safari).
Overall, an amazing experience that we will never, ever forget, in part due to the animals we saw, but also in part due to the fantastic hospitality and welcoming nature of Davis, Mariam and everyone at Hippo Camp.
Many, many thanks Davis!! And good luck with this new adventure for you, we hope to see you in the future!
DE
Email Colyn B. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Safari in Mikumi NP was just amazing!! Good weather, super many animals, and a GREAt Tour Guide!
This was my first Safari in life and it was an amazing time!! Seriously, we could see so many of Gods beautiful created animals: Impalas, Buffalos, Zebras, Monkeys, a lot of Giraffes, a lot of Elephants and even Lions. Even though we only had two half days and one whole day, I guess we almost see every part of the NP. The weather was in my eyes quite perfect. Next to a good Lodge (Tan-Swiss), that offered very tasty food, we were blessed with a GREAt our Guide (Davis), who really knew what he is doing. From controlling the Truck, having a very friendly and humble attitude, up to sharing detailed knowledge about the behaviour of the animals. It was a unique experience that I will remember my life long! Praise God, Hallelujah!
THANk You Davis! :)
SE
Email Catarina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome safari
Nyasi Adventure was a very nice safari company. They replied quickly and planned a great trip for me and my friend. Devis drove carefully and was an excellent guide; quickly spotting the animals. The lodge they booked was good and they helped describing life in Tanzania. Thank you so much!
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Email Ivan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience!
Me and my friend went on a 3 day safari to Mikumi national park. We were quite pleased with our experience with Nyasi Adventure. The transport showed up on time. The guide was friendly and interesting to listen to. He was also informed well enough to answer all of our questions during the trip.
Big ups for the hotel (Vamos Hotel) which was really nice. Just avoid the tropical salsa which got my friend a little sick. But the rooms were beautiful and the beds really large and comfortable (we got one big room each).
The safari itself had a LOT more animals than I expected including three out of the big five (elephant, buffalo, lion).
Great job Nyasi. Keep up the good work!
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Email Mike | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari!
My friend and I went on a 3 day safari to mikumi national park. We were greeted on time in a friendly and enthusiastic manner. Our guide, Davis, is a really nice man with over 10 years of guiding experience. More than his experience, his kind nature and great stories made the trip all that much better! I would highly recommend Nyasi!
AE
Email Daria | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari experience
2 Days, 1 Night - Mikumi National Park
We had an unforgettable 2-day safari for couple with friendly company - Robert (tour guide) and Apollo (driver and park guide with excellence knowledge of flora and fauna). It was tour all-include with night stay in lovely Vamos hotel and game rides on open-top car (do not take any other type, can be waste of your time and money). Organization of tour was excellent, Robert was very attentive to all our needs or requests!
Safari itself is a matter of chance - would your team be lucky to spot rare animals or not. We were lucky! Maybe because of cloudy weather, maybe because of experienced guides. We saw (from very close distance) - elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, monkeys and other... hundreds of amazing pictures, two smiley faces and total satisfaction with adventure :)
Thank you!
Very engaged and eyes like an eagle.
We also learned a lot of Tanzania and its people.A very good car for safari-tour.The service was fine and our driver very engaged with eyes like an eagle
Safari with Davis!
Booked a safari with Intrepid , which was handled by Davis.
Great guide, good companion & a really nice chap .
We plan to go back in 2017 directly with Davis this time.
I Recommend him 100% + !!
RO
Email Marius | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A fair offer for a two days Safari
Pretty old vehicle but in fair condition, the driver was very helpful and polite even though sometimes too quiet.