Reviews
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Email Eero Niemi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
5-day safari trip (Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire).
We had planned a 5 day long safari. The prize was the best available. Arrangements were also good. We would begin our safari after visiting Mwanza. We would have to pay entry fees only once.
Organizer
The Organizer Mobutu offered a very good price for the safari. At first we were doubtful. Could someone offer a good safari trip so cheaply? Finding out that he was actually an old schoolmate of our internship supervisor Simon Kitereja, we gained the trust and paid most of the services in advance. We had some money transferring problems, but he kindly guided us through several banks and places for us to be able to pay for Ngorongoro and the company services.
Guide
Our guide Samuel was a professional. He knew everything we asked him. He even knew the history of the natural parks. With his eagle eyes he spotted various animals from sleeping lions to road-crossing tortoise.
Only negative thing we can come up with is the fact that our guide and driver got along little too well, sometimes forgetting us clients while talking to each other or on breaks. However, that didn’t happen too many times, and we didn’t miss any animals because of that. Other times he was very good at customer service. He understood our needs.
Cook
Our cook Suddy was truly a professional. The food was amazingly good. The food was also ready in schedule. We never had to spend the precious safari time waiting for food. It was especially unbelievable, how he could turn even the simplest soups into a delicious dish, which we will no doubt miss back in Finland. There was also never too little food. We could never eat everything he prepared for us, as there was so big selection of different things.
Driver
We knew our driver John beforehand. We had full trust on him, being driven around Arusha by him many times before with the Institute car. He was always willing to stop for us to take pictures of the animals and landscapes.
At the end we were tired but happy. It was unforgettable trip. Even the cheapest camping equipment’s were adequate. We can recommend this trip to others as well.
Email Gregory | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Thank you for making our Trip a memorable one
We made the right decision in choosing Balletto African Adventure Safaris.
- The trip was a last minute one but managed to perfection
- We were given personalized service
- The driver was friendly and wanted to go the extra mile.
- Accommodation was spectacular .
- The Safari was fine tuned to our requirements. Timing spot on
Thank You Balletto African Adventure Safaris. Keep the good work going
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Email Debby | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
My lifetime trip to Tanzania was fully realized with the help of Balletto African Adventures!
With the help and excellent suggestions and guidance of Balletto African Adventures and the superior knowledge of Mr. Balletto himself, my trip to Africa became the dream adventure I had always longed for. The service, accommodations provided, information and daily safari expeditions into the bush made each day a special discovery. Our guide, JB always seemed to know where to find the animals we wanted to see and surprised us daily with unique sights and amazing visual treats.The cultural connections we made with Masai tribes and bush people who our guide personally knew, were a wonderful and enlightening part of our expedition, also, and made it even more interesting. Balletto African Adventures helped me fulfill my lifetime trip in the most organized and delightful way possible. I would highly recommend the company for anyone looking for a great safari experience.
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Email Gary | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Had a wonderful time in Ngorongoro and Arusha Parks
We used Balletto African Adventure Safaris for five days and had a great time in Tanzania. The director, John, was very warm, friendly, and helpful when planning our trip. He helped problem-solve different challenges which insured our trip's success. Our driver, Ibrahim, was kind, patient, and also helpful. Besides safely navigating Tanzania's roads, he also found us excellent lodging in Karatu at a very reasonable rate. His experience and expertise at the Ngorngoro and Arusha National Parks were highly appreciated.
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Email Deborah Camasta | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful vacation experience
We had the best experience and the majority of it was all due to John Balletto. He is an expert guide and will make sure your trip is an amazing experience. I wouldn't book with anyone else, Balletto is the best and the only safari tour I would book with. We had delicious food, great tenting, local culture and experience.
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Email Renee Fulton | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic memories, basking in warmth of East Africa
Tour was fantastic, one of a lifetine, one not to be missed. Memories will be with me for lifetime. Felt safe. Excellent driving skills over tough roads, fantastic sleeping quarters, definitely the best trip I've ever been on.
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Email Ettore Balletto | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Well organised and great value or money
We went to Oldeani via Lake Manyara and back to Arusha via the Serengeti. Great trip which was well organised.
We then climbed to the peak of Mt. Meru. Very impressed with the quality of the refuges and the porters. One of them was the cook and he excelled with the spaghetti alla Bolognese.
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Email Annemarie, John and Anita | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Ngorongoro day trip - great!
We booked our day trip to Ngorongoro by e-mail. John replied quickly and did a good offer. When we were in Arusha, John picked up the tour money and the next day exactly on time 'China' was there with a good vehicle to drive us to Ngorongoro. Once in the crater, he communicated with his fellow guides to make sure we saw as much animals closeby as possible. What a great place! The (vegetarian) lunchboxes were very nice: veggies, potatoe, egg, bread, cakes and drinks. We had a amazing carefree time! Thank you.
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Email Claire | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great tour at ngorongoro and tarangire national parks
We were having a meeting in the Corridor Springs Hôtel where Balleto had his travel agency when we decided to go 5 of us on a safari. 3 were willing to go to serengeti while 2 to tarangire. In 3 days everything was organised to spend one day together at ngorongoro and then split with drivers-guides and cooks. Just great ! We camped in campsites, had nice breakfasts, picnics (real cooked ones) and diners exactly as what was proposed. And we were dropped at the airport on time for our return flight. Don't hesitate