Lion King Safari Guides
Lion King Adventures
- Offices In:
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Canada
United States
Switzerland
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2010)
- Member Of:
- TATO & TTB
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $1,115 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Nahom | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful and very good at finding the animals I am very thankful because I had him.
We saw the big 5 within 1 day, including the leopard the cheetah the lion the elephant and the buffalo and it was very fun and exiting we saw the migration and thousands of animals and all this in only 2 days and a half!
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Email Judith | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator was flexible in arranging the tour to our requests.
Lion King was our tour operator in Tanzania for an 8 day safari in Feb. 2024. I had to change dates several times and they were quite accommodating. We had Aziz for our guide and driver. He had an excellent knowledge or the species, plants, history of Masai and other tribes. He was very open to any new idea we were interested in pursuing.. He even helped us buy goat milk from the young Masai goat herders along the way. We got to help hold the goat leg.! I couldn’t drink cow milk and he made it possible to enjoy my coffee every morning. Great humor. We shared many wonderful conversations. Each day was action packed with specie sightings, he has the eye! We also had a fulfilling experience at a Masai village. The best way to go on safari is in a 4x4 extended Land Cruiser with a portable ice chest for cold drinks, The people of Tanzania are friendly—-the men have beautiful smiles and the woman with their beautiful hair and colorful dresses brighten all the streets.
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Email Tim Chilen | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lion King provided amazing service on the best trip we've ever had
We can not say enough good things about Lion King Adventures. From planning the trip to being dropped off at the the airport and everything in between we felt informed, comfortable and very satisfied. The basics of an African Safari is you will have the best trip of your life. The land is beautiful, the people are the warmest and friendliest and of course you will see wildlife beyond your imagination. So one of the most important decisions you will make is who to use for your tour guide because you are going to be with them for every stop of the journey. There are many tour operators and you will get to see them on your Safari. While they all look good Lion King took it to another level of satisfaction. Gilbert, our guide, was fantastic, kind, warm, knowledgeable and that just touches the surface of well we were taken care of. We will always request Gilbert but the other Lion King guides looked well trained and professional as well. Locally owned and operated there is a reason this tour company has so many 5 star reviews, they truly the best.
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Email Mingang | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
More than your expected. Quick response, helpful suggestions.
Highly recommend!
Everything was just great as I expected. Especial thanks to our guide Shafino. He is an professional guide with more than 25 years experience, good communication, patience,and humor. He had drive more than 50km just for find us the cheetah in Ndutu.
For lion king adventure, they just meet every request I did and even give us a surprise gift wine with our names while pinic in wild.
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Email James | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful 7 day Safari with Lion King Adventures
My wife and I just returned from a 1 week safari in Tanzania organized by Lion King Adventures. We had a wonderful time. We really liked our guide Khalifa, who made sure we saw everything we wanted to see. We went to Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ndutu, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro crater. Each day was a completely different experience in terms of the environment and variety of animals. We saw every type of animal we hoped to see, including panthers, cheetahs, lions, hippos, rhinos, elephants, cape buffalo, zebras, giraffes, and wildebeests. We even got to witness a wildebeest being born, and watched it learn to walk and then run in just a few minutes. In many cases the animals were right next to our jeep. We stayed at luxury hotels where all of our needs were attended to. We cannot say enough positive things about how well Lion King Adventures helped us plan this trip and arranged it to meet our desires. This was a trip of a lifetime for us, and we are very thankful for Lion King Adventures making this possible.
Adventure of a Life Time
Our safari trip was an adventure of a lifetime. Lion King Adventures staff were extremely helpful and efficient from the beginning in assisting us with planning our trip. Their recommendations enhanced our experience. Our guides, Emmanuel and Salehe, worked well as a team coordinationg our daily activities and amazing journeys to see the awesome beauty of Tanzania (people, culture, diverse landscapes and wildlife).
Emmanuel and Salehe were friendly, considerate, extremely knowledgable and fun to be with. We were well taken care of and felt very safe. The accommodations were very comfortable with friendly, helpful staff. The food was delecious! We highly recommend Lion King Adventures. If possible, ask for Emmanuel and/or Salehe to be your guides.
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Email Alan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Holiday of a life time
My wife and I went on our honeymoon to Tanzania and Zanzibar in February and booked the entire trip through lion king. All the staff were excellent in the lead up to the trip, both setting the itinerary and answering any questions we may have had in the lead up to the trip.
When we arrived in Tanzania we met Ossie our guide and his car the cape Buffalo. Ossie was THE BEST! He knew loads about all the animals and the areas we were in, he answered a million dumb questions from me, while being super patient. We saw the big 5 and loads more, his eyes were incredible we wouldn’t have spotted half the animals we saw with him. And he was an incredible driver, the roads are bumpy or as he would say you get a free African massage. We saw lots of people broke down but not Ossie once, and there was a day where we had a a surprise storm when out in the Serengeti. It was like driving in a movie, but importantly Ossie was at the front of the pack leading other tours out and back to safety.
You should book a safari with lion king and ask for Ossie!! Best holiday ever!!
CH
Email Hanspeter Bertschi | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
In summary, our safari with Lion King Adventures was nothing short of extraordinary.
I am writing to express my heartfelt appreciation for the exceptional experience my companions and I had during our safari in Tanzania with your esteemed company.
From the initial quotation process to the meticulous preparation and comprehensive information provided, your organization demonstrated excellence every step of the way. The attention to detail and clear communication truly set you apart.
I must commend our guide and driver, Freddi, whose expertise and experience were truly remarkable. Not only was he an excellent driver, ensuring our safety throughout the journey, but his deep knowledge of the wildlife and the local terrain enhanced our safari experience beyond measure. His keen eye and familiarity with the area led us to encounter all members of the Big 5 effortlessly, creating unforgettable memories that will be cherished forever.
Moreover, the selection of hotels surpassed our expectations. Each accommodation provided not only comfort and convenience but also immersed us in the beauty of the surroundings, adding an extra layer of luxury to our adventure.
choose Lion King Adventure and Heaven, you will get lifetime memory
I have come back from Africa for one week now. However, I still could not stop thinking the days of safari with Heaven. He really have done excellent job and have been a true friend to me and zoey.I have to list the merits of safari with Heaven.
1. he is really born to be a safari guide. he could see the rhinos and leopards from a long distance while we could not spot. so there is no pity during this trip and we have seen every animal and shoot the photos and vedios.
2. his driving skills are outstanding and that really matters if you do not want "africa make-up" all the way or spending too much time on the road during safari.
3. he is really a gentleman. he opens the doors everytime for us and remind us mind our head.
4. he is really neat which really matters too. he wears uniform everyday and keep the car clean everyday. the weather is hot during the days and we all sweat, but he is always fragrant.
5. he has a wide range of knowledge on animals ,local tribes, and Africa. we learned a lot about animals, local tribes and other stuffs during safari and meals. you really need a erudite guide during safari because he will tell you the reasons of animal behaviors. in this way, you will not only watch animals but also you can learn a lot.
6. he takes us out for birds after safari trip and we communicate on lifes, love,animals,dreams and so on. he is really warm-hearted and kind, and I bet you will like him so much.
7. he is guide and driver indeed, but he seems more like friend, teacher and philosopher. besides, he is really a talent in music and you must not miss the songs that he wrote and sang, wow, you will enjoy so much more the safari with listenning to his songs during the trip.
8. I will come back and will still ask for Heaven to be the guide. I still remember that on the first day ,he said to us that you will only bring back the memory worthy remembering lifetime. Yes,indeed.
To the hidden contributors Caroline and Florida，
without your painstaking effort , I would not book the Lion King Adventureand have enjoyed so much during the trip. Caroline keep in close touch with me through emails of itinerary and costs for almost 2 months. no matter what our request are, she always remain patient and customize our trip. I am really grateful for what she has done. As our trip is set, then Florida has take over the accommodation,transportations and all other elements of safari. She makes the itinerary come true. We really love the accommodations and always see the driver waiting for us in the exit of airport and holding a signboard with our name on it. Besides, she has customized red wine and white wine with our name on them and we really feel surprised and thriiled. Everything is arranged so perfectly by her!!!
THANKS TO YOU ALL FOR EVERYTHING . I WILL COME BACK TO SAFARI WITH MY FAMILY MEMBERS AGAIN !
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Email Amie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An incredible experience! Thank you Mwita for being our amazing guide!
With so many tour companies to choose from, we initially picked Lion King because of their excellent communication and clear presentation of our itinerary and options. Our guide, Mwita, grew up in Serengeti National Park, so has outstanding knowledge of the animals and the area. He is friendly, accommodating, and was a pleasure to spend our 6 day adventure with. We started off in Arusha, and from there went to Tarangire, memorable especially due to our amazing encounters with elephants, then we visited a Masaai Village and got to learn about their tribe and community, and traveled onto Ndutu while seeing lots of zebras, wildebeests, and giraffes along the way. While in Ndutu, we saw incredible animals, including many lions, their cubs, a leopard, cheetah, ostriches, and many others. The following day, we went for an amazing hot air balloon ride with Serengeti Balloon Safari which ended with a wonderful outdoor breakfast. The whole family loved it. Then onto Serengeti National Park where we saw more elephants, hippos, and a croc. We spent the night at the beautiful Nyota Luxury Camp, where the food was fantastic and accommodations breathtaking. We then traveled to Ngorongoro Crater, where the animals are everywhere, from flamingos to Cape buffalos and black rhinos. On our last day back to Arusha, we stopped at Mto wa Mbu to stretch our legs for a quick tour of the village known for its bananas and rice fields, and visited wood carvers and the local market. Overall, it was an incredible time and we are thankful to our guide Mwita for showing us his beautiful country!
