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 Mary | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
KING OF THE JUNGLE!!!
I first started working with lion King and their representative Pendo a year and a half ago planning for our 35th anniversary trip to Africa !!! We had everything figured out and Pendo was on top of everything and then Covid hit !! once things started opening up a year and a half later I reached out to Pendo again once we were vaccinated and had the approval to go overseas and she welcomed us back and we picked up right were we left off and she didn’t skip a beat . Pendo knew everything and remembered everything that I had requested …and I did have some special requests I am celiac and also an arachnophobiac person!!! and I can tell you not one place was unprepared !!! my husband and I felt completely confident all while working with Pendo as she prepared for our Covid testing and everything we needed to do to come into their country and for our connections out I can’t say enough about their professionalism their thoroughness it was amazing and their staff couldn’t be better!!!!! And We were so lucky!!!! we feel we won the jackpot when our guide picked us up at the airport his name is Abu :) and this young man greeted us so warmly and that’s where it just took off!!!!!! My husband and I spent the next nine days with Abu going through the Serengeti and other nearby parks !!! we were there for the migration of the wildebeests and Abu absolutely nailed it !!!!! It was if Abu called in these favors with the animals himself!!!! He nailed our sightings and up close and personal of every animal we would’ve ever wanted to see and more!!! we were able to feel so at home because of the relationship Abu had with every one of the tour operators hotel staff and everyone of the strangers I would say I would call …he would probably calls them friends (as this is the feeling i soon learned of the people of Tanzania) we met along the way he is a truly unique and wonderful human being that we were so blessed that we we had the privilege to spend those nine days with and two experience all that we experience from the wildebeest to the up close and personal lions and elephants it was absolutely beyond our wildest imaginations!!! On top of all of that while we were on this great adventure we had some changes we needed to make to our airlines but in country the airlines systems were down and we could not do it over the phone so Pendo stepped up and went in to the airlines office and took care of everything for us and had everything emailed to us and hardcopy sent before we had to make our flight out of Tanzania once again !!!! When they asked for suggestions of what they could do better we couldn’t think of one this is a company who truly put their guests above all else !! The whole time Pando their office representative was checking in with Abu to make sure everything was going OK make sure that they the places remembered my requests !! everything !!! as did Abu ! And As we checked in for our flight to Johannesburg our sweet Abu was waiting at the window to make sure we were doing OK in the airport !!! that’s the kind of service that absolutely wraps everything up with a pretty bow :) you will not be disappointed ever if you choose LION KING ADVENTURES they’re wonderful !!!!!!! And by the way the choices set up by them for our stays couldn’t have met our personalities and our wishes more for perfectly every single detail was thought about specifically for us throughout this whole trip and you will not be disappointed!!!!
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Email Thore Zimmermann | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Magic Safari Experience - Hakuna matata!
We just completed a 6-day 5-day safari experience with Lion King Adventures which was simply amazing. I’d warmly recommend this provider to anyone searching for the real safari experience. To start with, the locations we visited, ie Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara, Tangire, were simply magic. The accommodations we have stayed in (Planet Arusha, Eileen’s, Serengeti Heritage Camp) were top notch as well as the tour organization and client service - starting even before the arrival with an in-depth pre-briefing - always reliable. The car was very comfortable and clean (New Toyota Land Cruiser) and drinks were always available - to our utmost satisfaction. The high quality and hospitality of our German-speaking guide Moussa was the icing on the cake and exceeded our expectations: he shared with us his abundant knowledge / expertise of the wildlife during our trip in a very clear and concise manner, enabling us to get a very good understanding of the animals, plants and surroundings spotted. He also shared his insights about Tanzanian / African culture so we got a better feeling for local life, thinking, habits, etc. During our game drives, he was highly motivated to present us the best spots to observe the wildlife and was not shy running the extra mile over and over again - great, highly proactive guide. Hakuna Matata. Bilgin & Thore
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Email Beata + Chris | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience!!
We could not of picked a better safari company!! Our guide Peter truly loves what he does and is extremely knowledgeable about the wildlife, geological formation of the land, and the culture. Peter was very transparent with us which we greatly appreciated. He told us on day one, which animals we will be able to see versus which animals are harder to locate. We understood that with nature, no one can predict the animal patterns. Lucky for us... we saw the BIG 5 !!! The guide will maximize your time out there in order to see all the animals, so do not expect a lot of down time, but in the end it’s worth it. In spite of all the crazy goings-on with COVID, and the constant changes in governmental regulations, testing requirements,and other related obstacles, our trip went off without a problem. Having never traveled to Africa before, such a trip can be fairly daunting, but Lion King Adventures was always available to answer all the questions we had, no matter how small or insignificant. The entire itinerary is customizable when you do a private tour. Every concern or problem we had was immediately addressed and resolved, and the trip was amazing to say the least. My wife has dietary restrictions, which Lion King went above and beyond by notifying all the lodges ahead of time, which was extremely helpful and didn’t cause any confusion when it came to breakfast,lunch or dinner. My wife and I would both highly recommend Lion King Adventures and would not hesitate to use them again for our next trip to Africa.
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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
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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 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 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 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 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 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!