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 Margarida | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Salehe was a real asset to our trip
With eagle eyes, Salehe could spot animals from afar. He had a true passion for birds and was always eager to identify them.
We had to change our plans last minute and Lion King did everything for us. Not a problem unsolved the whole trip.
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Email Matias & Daniela | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lion King Adventures goes above and beyond to make your dream safari the trip of a lifetime.
Having dreamt of going on a safari for oh-so-many years, it is an understatement to say that my expectations were exceptionally high.
After an 11 Day Safari & Beach excursion with Lion King Adventures, I’m delighted to say that our expectations were blown out of the water. My wife and I truly had the trip of a lifetime filled with unforgettable memories, spectacular sightings, and authentic Tanzanian experiences.
From beginning to end, the entire Lion King team was kind, considerate, and professional. Their expertise is indisputable, and we consider ourselves very fortunate for having booked with them instead of any other safari company.
Our itinerary took us from Arusha to Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Zanzibar. This route provided us with a wide-ranging experience of the landscapes – and most importantly, the wildlife. Frankly, we were able to see just about every animal big and small on our bucket list – including a rare and intimate encounter with a leopard that courted its mate right next to our vehicle for several minutes.
To my surprise, the accommodations were extraordinary by any standard. Elegant, lavish, and luxurious, many of the places we stayed at could easily fit in as a swanky all-inclusive in Dubai or New York. But I doubt those locations have wildebeest greeting you for breakfast and hyena’s serenading you at night!
Tanzania is a stunning country with incredible eco-diversity, lush landscapes, and friendly people. I’m thrilled that we chose not only Lion King Adventures, but the country as our destination.
Finally, I’d be remiss not to extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to the Lion King Adventures' team who helped make our dream safari vacation a reality.
The booking process was greatly facilitated by Pendo, who promptly and smartly answered what must have been a thousand questions – and she was awesome and attentive throughout it all. From itineraries to hotels, to transportation, or covid protocols, she was always on it. Thank you, Pendo!
Lastly, a special thank you to our guide, Goodluck, who is easily one of the most knowledgeable, charming, and charismatic individuals we’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. Every day, Goodluck went above and beyond to not only be a great host but to ensure that we had the most rewarding experience possible. Thanks to him, we had so many rare moments and up-close sightings that only a few lucky souls get to witness. We’ll cherish these memories for a lifetime. Asante sana, Goodluck!
For anybody who has any doubts – don’t. This is a beautiful and eye-opening experience that has left us with long-lasting perspective. And Lion King Adventures is who we wholeheartedly recommend taking you there.
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Email Alberto | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Amazing, amazing, amazing! Musa is a spectacular guide! Cordial, attentive, very professional and extremely knowledgeable! Beyond an exceptional Safari experience with Musa, he also provided a very pleasant cultural immersion into Tanzanian life and history. National Geographic you’ve got competition with Musa! David Attenborough should probably call Musa for his next Animal themed documentary. Musa speaks perfect English, German and Swahili.
Lion King Adventures provided great guidance in choosing the Safari that was right for us. Pendo, our contact was very pleasant and accommodating. We must note that even with our last minute changes. Lion King were very flexible and helped in every way (Much due to Pendo who graciously handled all of our requests) .The lodges and camp sites were great and the food delicious! Everyone very eager to make our visit as enjoyable as possible. Lion King Adventure team knows what they are doing. 10/10+
We would definitely recommend you use Lion King Adventures and a definite must ask for Musa, our guide for 7 days. We hope to come back soon!
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Email Adrianna & Khalid | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Goodluck, made us feel like family the whole time!
We booked with Lion King Adventures mere days before flying out. In all transparency, we were looking at another company and came across Lion King Adventures. Our previous provided had left us a bit uneasy in our planning. With Lion King, we were hooked with the initial email; they were extremely professional and their communication convinced us to use them. They were responsive as we had MAMY questions, they made themselves available via WhatsApp and email. We changed providers literally days before our flight. We are so glad we made this decision as they did not miss one detail and made sure we had everything we needed.
My husband and I were traveling for our honeymoon and decided to do the 5-day luxury safari. We were honored to have Goodluck as our guide and driver. We were pleasantly surprised when he welcomed us with personalized wine bottles celebrating our marriage! We found him to be a person with a truly big heart and made us feel so comfortable the entire time. Goodluck was both accommodating and knowledgeable. From the moment he arrived at the airport to the moment we departed, we felt we were with family. He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable.
Our Safari took us all over Tanzania and allowed us the opportunity to see more than we could have imagined. Goodluck, was a great listener and made sure we saw all the animals we wanted to. He has eyes like a hawk, he taught us so much in those short span! We went in areas and had the best views and we always seemed to be one step ahead of all the other trucks. We never felt crowded or overwhelmed. Goodluck also taught us so much about Tanzania and the local culture while we were on our journey.
Each accommodation they booked for us was truly 5 star and it was nice to not have to worry about anything. Lion King had also alerted the hotels that we were on our honeymoon, and to our surprise, we were welcomed with decorated rooms and gifts in each location. It truly made us feel special.
While we were nervous about traveling during COVID, Lion King made us feel safe and comfortable. From ensuring we had hand sanitizer and masks, to arranging our COVID test prior to flying home. They made sure to take all safety precautions and for that, we are grateful.
At the conclusion of our trip, we were able to sit with the owner over coffee and talk about our experiences. He asked for genuine feedback and ways to improve. We could see the passion he has for his company and we had nothing but positives to share. To our surprise, they transported us to our Air BNB as we decided to stay in Arusha a few days after the safari and they picked us up and took us to the airport. The little things are what make the difference.
We cannot recommend Lion King Adventures and Goodluck enough! We plan go come back and see them again!
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Email Laura | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience with Lion King
Trip of a lifetime…
Booking agent communicated well, making planning and booking a breeze. Driver David did a phenomenal job maneuvering the park and getting us unrivaled shots of the wildlife with epic sunrises and sunsets. Accommodations and dining were beyond our expectations. Recommend adding the Hot Springs and day hike to Mt. Kilimanjaro at end of safari. Would not hesitate to refer friends and family for to safari with Lion King!
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Email Ricky | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great service, organisation and experience had. Highly recommend.
The trip was amazing, as wide a range of landscapes and viewing as I could imagine experiencing. The accomodation was exceptional and our guide, Gilbert, was knowledgeable, friendly and completely accomodating. Highly recommend.
Tips: discuss your needs and wants prior to the trip as we weren't expecting the amount of flexibility offered (e.g. budget, what sights interest you, daily drive time etc).
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Email Amir Rezk | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Kume Kucha, Che Che.
Our experience with Lion King Adventures was a top-notch experience. We had only two days for the safari. We spent them visiting Tarangire and Nogorngoru National parks.
To be honest, I have to say that we were lucky enough to see most of the big five. However, it was not only luck. Our safari guide, Immanuel, went the extra mile for us to make sure we had a special experience. He was always observing the surroundings looking for something special. Not only this, but he also kept listening to the radio waiting to hear anything from the other safari guides so we can see everything.
We were lucky to see 14 lions and Immanuel made sure that we were as closest as possible so we can see them up close. All in all, our experience was amazing starting from the warm welcoming at the airport, moving to the adventurous safari trip, and finally the drop-off at the airport.
I would very much recommend that you go with Lion King Adventures next time you want to go on a safari. And it most definitely would be a plus if you have Immanuel as your safari guide ;).
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Email Jodie & Richard | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once in a life time kind of experience!
We really enjoyed our Safari with Gilbert as our guide. He really was professional and knew a lot about the different landscapes and animals. The accommodation and food provided was fantastic. This was a once in a life time kind of experience. Highly recommended! Be prepared to be fully immersed in the beautiful landscapes Tanzania has to offer.
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Email John & Dorothy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the best customer service experiences we have ever had!
We recently took our Safari tour with Lion King Adventures from July 6th thru the 14th, touring Tarangire National Park, The Central and Western Serengeti, Ngorogoro crater, and Lake Manyara. We booked the tour back in 2019 but could not go in 2020 due to COVID. We looked for many companies to take our tour with, and to say Lion King did not dissappoint is an understatement.
It all starts with Pendo, who does all of the administrative work, order processing, logistics, and simply holding your hand throughout the entire process. Her email responses were prompt, courteous, and always answered our questions. She went above and beyond several times, to include inquiring about a visa issue that we were having. She ensured that we were as prepared as we could be, and also made sure that our return COVID tests were booked while in the serengeti. We had zero reservations about the quality of the trip we were going to have based on how we were treated before the trip.
But it gets better!
We had requested Oussie to be our guide based on some glowing reviews about his service, and he came through with shining colors! We were glad the company was able to match us with him. He was very friendly, funny, knew great english, and was very informative about the wildlife we came to see, to include the birds. If he did not know something, he was quick to look up the information to see if he could provide an answer. He was very flexible with our needs and our schedule. If we asked him that we wanted to stop somewhere, or take a little longer at a certain location, he obliged. My wife had a minor illness one morning that got us on the road a little later than normal, but Oussie was very sympathetic and understanding, and did not make us feel rushed at all. He also served as an advocate at a few of the locations that required his knowledge of Swahili to circumvent potential dietary issues. I would highly recommend him for those who want a fantastic trip. He is also a VERY accomplished driver, and with some of the roads that we had to traverse, it was comforting knowing that he knew his way around, and was a great driver to boot.
At the end of our trip we were personally interviewed by the company president, which was a very nice touch.
We simply cannot state in words how grateful we were that we chose this company and our guide. It made the trip of a lifetime just that! Asante Sana!!
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Email Nakia Downer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari Experience
My birthday was coming up and I wanted to plan something for my girlfriend and I that was exciting and memorable and so one of my bucket list item was to partake in a safari adventure.
I discovered Lion King Adventures as I was doing my research and the staff that I spoke with, Nick was helpful and accommodating to how I wanted my trip to be planned out. After that initial conversation, I communicated with Pendo, who plotted out the logistics of the trip. She was readily available to answer any questions and everything went will without a hitch.
On arrival in Arusha, my driver, David was waiting for us. He greeted us with a warm smile and drove us to our hotel for the night. The next day he met us in the lobby and went over our itinerary for the week and what to expect. From then on, our safari adventure began and so began an unforgettable experience. We enjoyed our game drive seeing the animals in their natural habit. David was great in getting us as close to the animals as possible so that we can take excellent photos. Overall, David was an excellent driver and guide, providing information on the animals, the culture of Tanzania, the Masai people as well as any questions that we had. We felt safe with David and as we spent our week with him, he became like a family to us because of his great personality.
All the accommodations that we stayed at were superb. The staff at each place we stayed were warm and friendly and provided excellent service. The views from each hotel stay were amazing, the food were delicious and the rooms were clean and spacious.
I highly recommend booking with Lion King Adventures for your safari trip and ask for David to be your driver
