Team Shemeji Safari Tanzania
Shemeji Safari Tanzania
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2015)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $180 to $800 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email GB | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, tailor made, value for money
After elaborate research online and communications with several companies, we booked a 5 day safari in Tanzania, visiting Lake Manyara, Tarangire, Serengeti (2 days) and Ngorongoro with Shemeji. We are a couple in our end twenties and were looking for the full safari experience, but do not need all kinds of luxury; in that sense we wanted to save our money on that front. However: although we felt we booked a rather cheap 5 day safari and were expecting relatively simple accommodation, we staid in great accommodations that really felt like bang for our buck. In that sense I think Shemeji totally overdelivered, which is great.
Our guide Elli was experienced (both in driving and in finding all the things you want to see; flexible (he gave us all the freedom to get up really early and continue for long hours if that was what we wanted); and just a very relaxed guy to travel around with for 5 days.
The accommodations were very nice: it feels like there has been a solid selection of accommodations that are up to Shemeji's standards. The service levels were very high at all the accommodations we staid (Nsya lodge, Eileens Trees, Osupuko tented lodge, Rhino Lodge).
Communications beforehand with Emma were fast, clear and to the point. She was also kind enough to provide us with advise when we asked for some pointers on where to stay in Arusha.
Conclusion: great experience. You might be able to get something like the same experience for less money if you shop around in Arusha, but we are glad that we booked with Shemeji and had 0 hassle and everything we wanted!
Email Poppy Thatcher | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well-organised and extemely enjoyable safari!
Shemeji were at all times extremely helpful in planning our safari trip. Our guide, Benny, was excellent; exceedingly knowledgeable, friendly, patient and we really felt he took us to the best places to see the animals away from the other safari trucks. The camps all worked really well and we enjoyed the variety and changing scenery of the trip. We couldn’t recommend Shemeji more for anyone looking to go on safari. They were excellent in every possible way.
CH
Email Simon | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our first ever safari…. When can we go back!!
We have nothing to compare it to as it was our first. But we had an amazing time and experience. Emma at Shemeji was quick and took time to respond to our numerous silly questions, and the reply’s were always prompt. Largely gave us a tailored experience to our needs. The price we thought was fair and good value, it was in our budget, others didn’t seem to incorporate as much as our experience did, yet cost much more.
The choice of lodges the company uses are outstanding. Some the lodge itself made the experience, but I know 2 of the lodges we stayed at, were not only amazing, but the staff at the lodges really made that part of the experience stand out, in as much of our memories as the animals. Meeting the local people, being shown their hospitality and service they provided, and the warmth and friendship they showed us, gave a lasting memory.
Now the safari itself. I never think on topics like this its good for people to compare experiences, however, if I must, yes we saw the big 5! I think we just about saw everything. I cant think of an animal we didn’t see. Some were incredibly close, some quite far. Its wildlife, you cant plan it. As a young couple we loved our 5 day safari, in fact if anything we should of done 6 days so we would have had longer in Serengeti. I loved this holiday. I highly recommend firstly a safari, and secondly using Shemeji. The only down side we have, is now having to pick the best photos out of thousands of great photos to post on FB!
Email T&G | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful 7 day Safari
We had a wonderful 7 day safari private tour with Shemeji Safari. Everything exceeded our expectations. We were on a budget, but luxury-on-a budget is what we got. Our guide Edward was excellent, he suited our easy going style and made us feel like family. The food and accommodation was exceptional and we loved the hut and tented accommodation. All the arrangements appeared seamless to us, but we know that this is because of all the hard work that goes on from the start so a special thanks to Emma.
DE
Email Michael | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Just perfect :)
A friend and myself did a 5 day safari including tarangire, lake manyara, serengeti and the ngorongoro crater.
What to say...it was just perfect :)
I cannot recommend this company enough.
From the first step to the safari itself, it all went great.
Special thanks to Emma for all the assistence prior to the safari, to Edward for the excellent and funny guiding and to Godson for the best food along the way.
Thumps up!!
CL
Email Tomás | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 4 day safari
For us it was once in a lifetime experience, and thanks to shemeji it was everything we expected.
Fisrt of all, the communication via email and whatsapp was great. Always fast replies from emma. The payment can be done via paypal, that was great for us.
Once we arrrived to arusha, the driver was waiting for us to take us to green mountain hotel. The next day, our guide Ben was very punctual to pick us up. We did a 4 day safari, going to tarangire, serengeti and ngorongoro crater. They are all really amazing and Ben was an incredible guide.
100% recommendable.
NZ
Email Ryan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing 9 Day Trip with Adam and Shemeji
This Safari went over and above our expectations. Emma did a great job sorting the trip out, from start to finish and was very prompt at returning my emails. Adam our driver and guide was excellent! Very professional, friendly and super accommodating. With 10 years experience and still a great passion for nature and wildlife you couldn't ask for any better. The camps we stayed in along the way were great, the service and food was top notch! We are already trying to decide when we can come back and do more, and we will defiantly be using Shemeji Safari and Tours again.
DE
Perfect organization, very nice and qualified guiding crew.
From the first steps of planning up to the last transport to the hotel at the end,everything was perfectly organized by Emma and her crew. With Omari we had a very qualified and friendly guide and driver and Pius was Mr.Delicious cook. Thank you all for this wonderful experience we will never forget!
FR
Email iliev | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
excellent guide and chef. great experience
everything was very well organized and we had a great experience
DE
Email Frank Ambrass | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
5 days Safari , Tansania
Hello,
we just have finished a 5 days Safari with Alan as driver and we are really satisfied with Shemeji. Everything was in time, the communication with the office was always promt and qualified. The accomodations have been ok and the Safari was better than expected.
We really can recomment them.