Paul and Everyne TRE Directors
Tanzania Roadside Expeditions
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2015)
- Member Of:
- ATTA, ASTA, TATO, TTB & TANAPA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $270 to $2,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Valerie M | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Safari operator met all our expectations.
I had done a lot of research on-line for what we wanted to see on our safari and written back and forth with several operators. We selected Tanzania Roadside Expeditions because Paul was always prompt and very good at communicating with us and open to changes in the itinerary.
We shuttled from Nairobi. Despite the slow border crossing (same with flying) it was an interesting trip with the mix of people on the bus. When we arrived in Arusha, we were met and taken to our hotel. Paul and our driver/guide Justin later met with us to review he itinerary which was a great idea to avoid any misunderstandings later. It was exactly as planned, 5 days of safari, flight Seronera to Zanzibar and all arrangements in Zanzibar.
We were very pleased with Justin. He was a pleasure to talk with for 5 days and very determined for us to have the best safari possible. Having planned this during the dry season, we had a lot of rain. I would estimate 1”/day. This did make some roads inaccessible, even in a Land Cruiser. The driving was an adventure. Highlights were the Ngorongoro Crater and thousands of wildebeest migrating. Justin always allowed us to set the pace we wanted with animal viewings.
Zanzibar was the perfect wind down to the trip. There were a few glitches with the driver not having all details correct, but it all worked out. Zanzibar was much more mellow than I anticipated. Our guide for walking tour, Moharam, was a retired teacher with wisdom and a sense of humour. After 2 nights in Stone Town we transferred to the beach for a few nights in Matemwe. Life is good.
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Email Guilherme Kamijo Ferreira | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect!
Excellent service! We decided really last minute to travel to Tanzania and thought maybe there was not enough time. I've contacted Tanzania Roadside Expeditions per email, 5 days later we were flying to Tanzania. Paul, the managing director, was very quick in answering my questions and preparing an itinerary. After we compared their offer to other 5 companies (using SafariBookings,com), we decided for Tanzania Roadside Expeditions because of their good reviews and price. Paul quickly confirmed all accommodations and was very flexible regarding the payment method. Our driver and guide James was extremely professional and knowledgeable. He was always on time, gave us so much information about the animals and places we visited. He was also very flexible, leaving it for us to decide when to leave, how long to stay in each place, when to eat, when to stop, etc... Also he seemed to always find the best position for us to see / photograph the animals. The car we used was not new, but was in good condition and not different at all from the other safari companies we saw on the way.
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Email DyAnn | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best safari ever!!
I decided at the last moment to go on a safari in Tanzania( 1 month in advance). Tanzania Roadside Expeditions had all great reviews and had the best prices. One of the best decisions I have ever made. From my initial contact with Paul Justine the owner I knew I would be in good hands. He answered all my questions immediately. I picked a 6 person/5 day joining safari because of the cost. I knew I couldn’t afford it by myself. Paul was there to meet me at the hotel as soon as I arrived with one of his drivers. He sat me down and explained that the rest of my group had to cancel at the last minute due to a death in their family. He told me he would still take me as a solo client. I know Paul lost a lot of money in hotel costs, hiring a driver, gas, wear and tear on the Jeep, park fees.. etc. but he honored our agreement ( I hadn’t even paid him yet). It turned out to be the greatest trip of my life! My driver Elly was exceptional! He also became my personal photographer, breakfast and dinner companion and good friend. One day he knew I wasn’t feeling well and he changed our itinerary of visiting a Maasai Village to the next day. He made certain we saw the Big 5 and waited patiently for me to take thousands of pics of zebras and giraffes! He was amazing!! I also want to give a shout out to Ezekiel, the man who picked me up at the airport on arrival and also brought me back to the airport at 2:30 am for my flight home. What a kind man. These 3 men made a solo female traveler from New York feel very special and made my life long dream of an African Safari a reality! I highly recommend them!!
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Email Tathagata Mukherjee | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A lifetime experienc.....
Paul was Wonderful host,he picked us up from airport, his arrangement was fantastic, every stay was special on its own.we did 6 days safari with Roadside expedition.our guide name was gody.Gody made sure that we could see every possible animal.. And we had seen a lot... Every animals with their babies... We saw animals with their prey,even they are outside of our tents in serenget....it was a trip of a lifetime.wanna thank our driver gody to make this trip very special.at the end paul meet us again...such a humble gesture. Paul was very particular about his commitments.i wish i will go back soon and take a trip with this company.
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Email Carlos | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience!!
Paul and his team helped us to get a fantastic experience during our stay in Tanzania.
The arrangements were perfectly coordinated from the moment we arrived to the airport, personalized assistance and very accommodating of all our requests. Excellent service, safe driving and great knowledge of the area! I highly recommend their services and hope to have the chance to come back soon!!
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Email Sara | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience!! Best tour operator ever!
My experience with Tanzania Roadside expeditions tour operator was great. Communications was really easy (email or WhatsApp) and Paul (tour operator manager) answered all my questions and doubts on time. We were a group of five people and we spent 2 nights in a lodges and 1 night in tended camp. Both the accommodation types were much better than expected. The safari tour was awesome. One of the best experience of my life. We saw a lot of animals (lions, cheetahs and so on) hunting or resting on the ground.
I suggest this experience to everyone.
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Email Ciara & Hass | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Genuine hospitality; Stress-free itinerary; Unbelievable closeness to nature; Bring your camera!
James (our driver) and Paul (our booking contact ) did a great job of communicating out what we should plan for and expect. We found everything that was outlined in our contract to be as promised -- we were transported from and to the airport upon arrival in a private car; we had a snafu that Paul went the extra mile to help us work through when we got in the first night; we had our own private Land Cruiser that took us out each day on Safari and our driver tailored our itinerary to fit us perfectly (we had two small kids in tow and they were plenty entertained with all we discovered, even when driving five, 9+ hour days in a row!!); our driver communicated with his contacts in the area to make sure we saw The Big 5 and SO MUCH more; each night's accommodations were booked for us and there were no surprises or delays; all meals were provided and served by delightful and welcoming cooks/staff, and full of delicious local and international options that worked for everyone; our flight to Zanzibar was all arranged for us upon booking; and when we arrived on the island we had another private car waiting for us that drove us around Zanzibar and delivered us to our two different resort hotels and back to the airport at the end of our trip, on time with no problems.
There was so so much for us to do. If there was one thing we needed to think of that the company could have done better, it would have been to provide a better boxed-lunch choice on the first day's travel--every other day beyond that we got to choose our own goodies from a buffet available at the resorts each morning. BUT please, to all who are reading this, know that if this is the ONLY thing we can complain of, Tanzania Roadside Expeditions really did do a remarkable, 5-star job. Congratulations to them for proving that a local's touch is the most genuinely welcoming way to be received in a country as beautiful and bountiful as Tanzania.
They have made some great partnerships and your group will feel blessed as well to book the same. Our highlight was the Maramboi Camp where a giraffe, a pair of zebras, and countless wildebeest walked right in front of us (<20ft away) on our dirt path that led to the swimming pool. We really stayed among nature every night and never once felt in danger as there was a local private guard with us at night and all the animals really communicate the distance they require if you pay attention--again, even with two small children! Also, if we can recommend, use the company's advised route from Tarangire to Serengeti and then Ngorongoro--we saw so many animals back to back in Tarangire we were "stuffed" and then it made the "hunt" we experienced in the wide plains of Serengeti and the deep crater of Ngoronogo that much more full of anticipation and exploration-fun.
700+ pictures later we have incredible stories and memories to share and this trip was the highlight of our travels thus far. Do yourself a favor and book a seamless, stress-free and adventure-FULL trip with Tanzania Roadside Expeditions. Your bucket list will thank you!
Email Samantha M | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a lifetime experience
The entire experience was amazing, a huge thank you to our tour guide Ezekiel - he was full of knowledge and ensured we got to see everything we wished to. Accommodation was fantastic, food was amazing everywhere. It was a wonderful experience rich in culture and nature, i would highly recommend!!!
-Samantha
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Email Kasia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Dream tour
When I was booking the safari, the owner Paul was very helpful and clearly informed me with all plans, distances etc. He replied very fast and in details. When we came to Arusha the guide- Ezekiel- was waiting for us, and its started!
On the first day we saw Masai village and then came to the lodge. The drive was safe and exent. Ezekiel explained the Masai culture showed us more viliges, and answered a lot of questions. On safari was amazing! It was spectacular view, he knew exactly when the animals were, showed us even those, hidden. Without Ezekiel we would see maybe 10% of all. Great, amazing knowledge and kindness of our guide! For sure we have seen more than we expected!
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Email pia | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
magnificent experience especially for the great skills of the guide Michael
serious and reliable agency, good jeep status, very beautiful lodges, but above all the professionalism of the guide. a special thanks to Michael Mollel skilled Masai and extremely professional guide.