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 Steven | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wow! Elephants so close!
We did a one-day safari trip to Tarangire and it was great. After the swift drive from Arusha we arrived at the park and could start our tour right away. We saw a lot of animals. In the beginning we saw a group of lions on the hunt. Then several zebra, wildebeest, a dik-dik, monkeys, a vulture in a baoboab tree and elands. The most spectacular were two different group of elephant. We were so close that we could hear the sounds they were making! I made some great photos of the group and of the baby elephants. After the lunch we spotted a cheetah that was eating and on the way back a group of giraffe (my favourite animals).
Our guide Ely was fantastic. He drove us around very safely and knew a lot about the animals, the life in Tanzania and was good company. The safari car was comfortable. The booking proces went very smooth. I would definelty recommend Shemeji Safaris and would choose it again the next time I come to Tanzania!
Thanks for the great time!
BE
Email Eline | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A nice experience to see the african wild life
I went on a 3 day safari to the Ngorongoro and Serengeti. Our guide was also very good in recognizing the animals , so we really saw every animal that we could possibly see. The food was great and also the sleeping bags kept us warm during the cold night in the Ngorogoro. I also liked the jeep we were driving in, because it was very large en comfortable. Only at the end we had an 2 hour stop because off a problem with the tires of the car, but for the rest I really liked it.
Reply from Shemeji Safari Tanzania
Posted on Oct 18, 2016Hi Eline. I'm so sorry for what happened with the car. The roads in Serengeti are extremely bad at the moment (so many stones), so sometimes it happens that a car gets a flat tyre. If it happens our guides try to fix this as soon as possible.
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Email Tamar | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Dutch rangers on tour
I've have had a great time with the tour guides of Shemeji Safari & Tours. We went with 4 Dutch girls on a 3 day safari in the Serengeti area and Ngorongoro crater. On Friday we left very early in the morning to the Serengeti National Park. On the way Jozef tried to repare the electricity in the car, so we were able to charge our phones and camera's. Unfortunately this did not work out. After passing the registration areas, luckily It did not take that long as we had expected, we entered the park. On the first day we had perfect weather and we have seen lots of animals already. Jozef was very helpfull to find as many animals as possible. After a long but satifsying day we arrived at the camp where our amazing chef started to prepare our dinner. The food was very good and filled our bellies. After a shower, which was possible since a couple of weeks, we were ready to go to sleep. The next morning we woke up early to see the beautiful sunrise. The second day was again a warm and beautiful day. It is such an amazing park with lovely views and animals. In the afternoon we almost saw a lion catching a Gazelle, nevertheless the Gazelle recognized the lion and ran away. At the end of the day we arrived at our second camp in the Ngorongoro crater. A nice place with a view inside the crater. It was pretty cold in this area, so we went bed early and tried to make ourselves warm enough.
The next day we went into the crater. It was still a bit cloudy and chilly, but this created a beautiful sky with some sun coming through. Around noon we left the crater and went back to Arusha.
It was such a great safari. I have been on safari in South Africa and this felt much more like a real safari. I would definitely recommend Shemeji Safari & Tours and hope that I am able to come back to see more from the Serengeti area. Thank you so much for this experience! I will never forget it!
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Email Ger Joosten | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience!
As a family of 6 (children 17, 16, 13 and 10) we did a 3 day safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro. It was far beyond our expectations. We were accomplished by a great guide who had an eye for detail and gave us much information about environment and animals. And an excellent cook who managed to surprise us with every meal. We are looking back at a great time and can recommend this great company to everybody!
DE
Email Rémi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
professionalism, flexibility and kindness
I recommend Shemeji safari & tours for their professionalism, flexibility and kindness. Emma gave me all the information I needed several weeks in advance (emails, skype discussion) and she accepted to form a group, which is very convenient if you travel solo. The guide Ely and the cook Godson are very friendly. A 4 day safari is a good option.
NL
Email Maaike | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari - Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Off we went on safari! For me the first time. And it was so cool!
At 06.00 we were ready! There was Elly, our driver. We then picked up the other girls and we were on our way to Tarangire. During our first safari day we have seen many animals, such as impalas, baboons, zebras, wildebeest, elephants, giraffes, ostriches and from afar even a leopard. Every time we saw an animal, we jumped up from our jeep. We only had to say 'stop' and we stopped. The roof was open, so we could see everything. And thus could make beautiful pictures. At the end of the day we saw two female lions. They kept unfortunately well hidden. With a satisfied feeling we went to the campsite. Here we could freshen up and we got dinner from our cook Patrick.
The second day we were in good spirits on the way to the Serengeti. We still wanted see a few animals: lions, leopards, hippos, rhinos, buffaloes, hyenas and cheetahs. Before we arrived at the Serengeti, we first had the Ngorongoro. What is a different landscape. Very nice to see. That bodes well for the last day. Finally arrived at the Serengeti. In the distance we saw a herd of elephants, which eventually crossed our path. Wow.
We had seen many new animals, namely gazelles, purple lizards, buffaloes, hyenas, hippos, a crocodile and finally a lion and a leopard closer.
Late in the afternoon we went to the campsite, which lay in the middle of the Serengeti. Here our tents were ready. This was very different from the camp. Snug in the tent. Our cook had again prepared a delicious meal, and then we went to sleep quickly. Our alarm clock the next day was already at 5 am. At night we had a visit from a Buffalo, who stood next to our tent. You don't see that often.
It was very special to see the sunrise the next morning in the Serengeti. Even today we have seen many new animals: cranes, secretary birds, pumba's (boars) and Dik-dik (small deer). As icing on the cake of that last morning in the Serengeti, we even found two cheetahs! These animals are very rare to see, and now there were two. What an extraordinary animals!
At the end of the morning we had a little lunch and breakfast at the camp and we drove back to Ngorongoro. This was quite a bit, so when we arrived at the campsite, we stayed there. Also this campsite again was very nice. It was a piece of green grass with large trees on a mountain overlooking the crater below. When we arrived we had visitors right away; zebras on the campsite! That was very nice. We all had to get used to the temperature in Ngorongoro. Here it was many times colder than in Tarangire and Serengeti. We showered (freezing!) and the rest of the day ate with four layers of clothes and a blanket around us. What a cold! Luckily we had a thick sleeping bag during the night.
Our last day of the safari. We only had a male lion and a rhinoceros standing on our list. And yes, have also seen these animals. From the distance, a rhino (one of the 15 remaining black rhinos in Ngorongoro). Yes the big five is spotted! A little further there lay 3 male and three female lions. In the middle of this group lay in a ditch a dead buffalo! They had clearly only just found it and only ate half of it. Now they lay dozing all six, tired of hunting. From a distance hyenas were leering to the carcass and also a group of jackals were just walking around that group of lions. What a special sight, this is real nature.
It was a fantastic experience! Thanks Elly, Patrick and Shemeji Safaris & Tours. It was great!
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Email Olivier and co | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent safari tour in Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Emma provided us with an excellent guide and a good cook. We traveled with two teenagers who were just impressed by this great tour. We highly recommend this safari company who is runned with an ethical perspective and contributes to the promotion of women in the Masai communities.
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Email Marion | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Extraordinary and wonderful safari ! Real incursion in african wildlife !
Excellent service : warm contact, nice and interesting guide, good cook (I had no problem with my gluten free diet).
We were lucky to be able to see the big five and a lot more of animals and birds in the three parks : Lake Manyara, Serengetti and Ngogoro crater.
And very helpful for questions or the rest of the hollidays in Arusha and Tanzania !
I highly recommend Shemeji Safari !
Thank you for everything !
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Email Simon Cartwright | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3 days in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Sunset glowing red over a vast horizon-less Serengeti. Three male elephants walking across a volcanic crater. A leopard eating an impala in a tree. 3 eventful and fascinating days on safari in the stunning Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
Wildlife: lions, elephants, hippos, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, impala, gazelle, mongooses, ostriches, monkeys, baboons, eagles and a far away rhino. And that’s just mentioning the famous ones….
Staff/Service: The guide was from nearby Kilimanjaro and was very knowledgeable regarding the wildlife and the geography of the Serengeti. An anecdote or two over dinner would have added something but he worked hard to deliver a memorable experience. Our cook produced tasty meals from limited resources.
Vehicle: A customised Toyota Landcruiser fitted with a pop-up roof was comfortable and ideal for viewing wildlife.
Camping: Not exactly luxury, but I would prefer to sleep in a tent in the Serengeti than stay in 5-star hotel!
I had a fantastic experience and highly recommend Shemaji Safari & Tours to any adventurous visitors in beautiful northern Tanzania.
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Email Rémy Guinchard | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3 days in Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Me and my 2 children wanted to go in Serengeti and Ngorongoro once in Tanzania, without prior organization.
After some emails exchanges, I have met Emma in Arusha. She found me a suitable solution for my budget and wishes.
Our Guide (Elie) was very competent, and has made my children happy. The patrick's dishes and logistic made me happy...
The only thing to improve for Shemeji Safari & Tours is the means of payment.
Globally, it was really a great trip !
Rémy
Reply from Shemeji Safari Tanzania
Posted on Aug 22, 2016Thank you for the review Rémy! We're working on the VISA payment which will be working within one week, so that will make it easier :-). Karibu tena Tanzania!