Wildebeest crossing Mara river-Northern Serengeti
Carnivores Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2009)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $250 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Steve | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The guides were amazing
We just back from a 11 day week long study abroad experience in Africa with the guides Emmanuel and Moses. I was one of the leaders of the group and this was our first experience with this company booked trough Holbrook travel. This was our fourth time taking students to Tanzania and Africa with college classes and we were not sure what to expect . Moses and Emmanuel exceeded our expectations instantly! They took great care to make sure that all of students were taken care of , helped us to educate them concerning all aspects of ecology of the animals and plants of their country and most important provided an African experience that has clearly changed all,of their lives. Halfway through the trip we met up with the owner of the company Lucas who was clearly a very well known man who was respected and has had a great impact in the surrounding communities.. I would recommend this company above all,other companies for all,colleges and universities that decide to do a field biology or ecology trip like ours. Steve Kaye- Biology Lead Professor at Red Rocks Community College in Lakewood Colorado.
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Email Brigitta Gamm | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
As a Oma with two 15 year old granddaughters Lucas could not have planned our 10 days better.Bravo!
I had travelled with Lucas 3 years ago in a larger group and when he accepted our request to have him guide us 3 he planned a perfect trip to suit grandma(Bibi from now on)and 2 15 year old cousins. A miracle as all of us had a lot of fun and we appreciated his knowledge and the perfect various accommodations and itineraries for each day. Watching a migration from start to finish and all in between was an experience none of us wanted to miss and we did see it on our last day!! Tanzania and the Serengetti were a perfect way to see all of the wishlist to see except the Rhino who was hiding from the poachers that are driving the Rhino into extinction for their horns. Thanks,Lucas, for all your planning and knowledge that you passed on to us.
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Email David and Sandy | Experience level: first safari
Tanzania with Lucas
Lucas was recommended to us by a friend and we were so glad we took the recommendation. We had worked out an itinerary with a large tour company that specializes on Africa. When we showed the itinerary to Lucas, he suggested certain changes because of his vast knowledge of the lodges and quoted us a price that was significantly lower and included activities that were not a part of the other tour.
In short, it was the trip of a lifetime! Through email, we communicated often before the trip so he could get a feel for what we liked to do and see, and he worked out a trip that was the perfect combination of wildlife and cultural tourism. He was a pleasure to travel with, very open and giving of his own personal story which provided insights into African culture, and the lodges, and mobile tents we stayed in were wonderful. The vehicles he uses were perfect, with roofs that provided shade but also had ample openings for standing and viewing the wildlife. Because it was just us (2 couples and Lucas), we were not on a rigid schedule so we could spend as much time as we wanted in any particular spot. This differs from being part of a multivehicle tour that has a scheduled lunch stop and a strict mileage limit that might limit your sightings, etc. Lucas's tour is truly customized, and so represents the best of itinerary and fair cost.
We have since recommended him to 3 other parties (a party of 2 couples, a family of 4 with 2 teenagers, and a honeymoon couple) who went with him and had nothing but great things to say. One of the parties had particular needs in terms of travel and diet and Lucas made the necessary accommodations to their great satisfaction.
I can't speak highly enough of Lucas and his safaris. You won't regret traveling with him.
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Email Bill | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wonderful experience
In one word perfect !
This is the trip to take if you want to see animals with the best Gide we have ever had
Lucas is the best
A remarkable experience every animal lover should have, at least once in a lifetime.
Memorable experience, worth the time and money. Lucas is not only intelligent, witty, organized and friendly -- he also shares his own enthusiasm for animals and has a tremendous amount of knowledge. He is a teacher, as well as a guide. A good companion as well as an expert. The tour lived up to expectations except for a couple of camps which were not as excellent as the other aspects of the tour.
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Email Marco and Jan Casazza | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
well organized, safe, informative, a well informed guide who knew what people needed and wanted, fun
this tour went beyond our expectations. It was well organized and presented in a relaxing and unconfusing manner. Accomadations and food were excellent. The cultural experiences were fabulous and well done. What made this tour so very special was our guide, Lucas. He shared his beautiful country and people with us with pride and warmth. The trip was one of a lifetime.
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Email Angie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Simply the best safari experience! Fun, friendly & knowledgeable guide.
It is difficult to describe in words just how amazing our safari with Carnivores Safari was. Our guide Lucas was absolutely the BEST. He is so knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. He loves being a guide and sharing his country with his clients. Every day we learned new things about the country, people, wildlife, habitat & ecology.
The wildlife and scenery were incredible. Since Lucas is such an experienced guide, he knows the best places for wildlife viewing. His ability to locate the animals and give us a wonderful viewing experience was excellent. His knowledge of the animals and their environment made our experience even richer.
Our safari accommodations and food were fantastic. The hospitality at all of our lodgings was second to none. Our original safari itinerary had us spending part of our time in the northern Serengeti. But, since the animals had already migrated to the central Serengeti, Lucas changed our itinerary and lodging so we could spend more time with the animals in the central Serengeti. Lucas cares that you have the very best safari experience and goes out of his way to make it happen.
I highly recommend this adventure of a lifetime. I hope to go back someday and wouldn’t go with anyone but Carnivores Safari.
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Email Nancy C. Scull | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Have traveled with Carnivores Safaris eight times, 2007-2016. Very special experience!
Carnivores Safaris goes out of the way to make sure an itinerary exactly meets the desires of the client. Flexibility and client satisfaction are extremely important to them. Their ability to find all the sights and experiences one might want -- from animal sightings to local culture to school visits to markets -- is unparalleled! The guides are extremely knowledgeable.
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Email Jany | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a life time experience. Our guide Lucas was very professional with a passion for the best .
Communication was excellent. Lucas was very caring and detailed. Plus all the drivers were very knowledgeable, too, and love to give us informations and stories. Hotels and tents were comfortable, food were very nutritious and tasty. I esp. love the fresh fruits, juices , and very nice soups.
Lucas and the drivers tried hard to take us to places in safari to see as much as possible of the animals and birds. And we did see lions eating a Cape buffalo , and storks , vultures eating left over of a zebra.., groups of zebras, buffalos, wild beasts, envelops..... very exciting experiences. And other cultural experiences such as dancing with the Masai people, visiting the bushmen and learn to bow arrow shooting form them, and dancing, hunting....
Generally speaking the trip met our expectations with some plus. Lucas kindly invited us to his home and gave us a wonderful feast/lunch.
We highly recommend this company and hope many more people will enjoy their service.
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Email Alix | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Most amazing trip
My husband and I booked our safari for our honeymoon. Lucas, our tour guide, asked us beforehand what we had in mind for our trip and then he arranged the entire itinerary for us. He provided us with a packing list and made everything very easy. There are no words that can truly express what an amazing experience this safari was. Yes, the scenery and animals were breathtaking and unforgettable, but Lucas made it a very special experience. He is so experienced as a guide that he knew where to spot every animal and very informational regarding the animals and wildlife. We got to see every animal Tanzania has to see. Lucas arranged for beautiful accommodations and even had some places be decorated for our honeymoon. We always felt safe with Lucas.
This was by far my favorite trip I've taken and I am constantly trying to encourage people to go on this safari. Lucas makes all of the difference and I wouldn't recommend going with any other tour group.