Easy Travel & Tours
- Located In:
- Size:
- 50-100 employees (Founded in 1987)
- Member Of:
- ASTA, TATO & TTB
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $320 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Amazing Private Safari!
My boyfriend and I chose a 6-day, 6-night safari with EasyTravel from Arusha including one day in Tarangire, three 1/2 days in the Serengeti, and one day in the Ngorongoro Crater. This was the perfect length of time and Gladys from the EasyTravel office did an outstanding job planning an itinerary that was both relaxing and exciting, and that accommodated the incredible wildebeest migration. Our tour guide, Emanuel, was absolutely amazing. His knowledge of the local animals, birds, and plants knows no bounds, and he kept the schedule flexible so that we could choose when we wanted to leave and go home every day and made sure we saw the animals we wanted to see. We saw the Big Five in addition to many, many more amazing animals. Emanuel was funny and kind and kept the mood positive and did an excellent job getting us the perfect vantage points from which to watch events like an elephant fight, lion cubs wrestling, and lions eating a freshly killed zebra. A truly unforgettable trip.
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Email Cori | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime!
Sadik our guide and Tito our chef teamed up to give us a trip of a lifetime! It started late Sunday night when much to our surprise, after our flight was delayed ~7 hours, Sadik was still waiting at the Kilimanjaro airport to take us to our lodge. From there we hit up Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. We saw all the wildlife the parks had to offer and learned a lot from Sadik along the way. And despite camping in the bush, Tito served up gourmet, multi-course meals. We did a lot of research on safari company options and are so happy with our choice. Easy Travel is a great value (it was much cheaper than other options).
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Email Mary | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari
Elias was our guide for 4 days and we couldn't have asked for a more patient, friendly, knowledgable person. He definitely made the experience complete for all of us. We were comfortable, didn't feel rushed and appreciated that Elias really took the time to get to know each of us and learn about what we all really wanted to get out of the safari. Thank you!!
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Email Ayla Aktan | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Company, Easy to Deal With
Trip Planner: Gladys Wilfred
Transfer Driver: Said
Tour Guide: Cornel
Length of Stay: 9 days
Tour Type: Private
In looking for a safari company to use when traveling to Tanzania, we were advised to keep to companies based out of Tanzania itself opposed to another country; that is one of the best decisions we made. Upon comparing various companies to use, Easy Travel TZ consistently proved to be the most economical and reliable, among other factors that made Easy Travel TZ the best choice.
To begin our safari planning, I contacted Easy Travel TZ and was promptly put in touch with our safari planner, Gladys. From the first moment I spoke to Gladys, she was 110% committed to not only creating a safari that fit our needs, but made sure to take into account our budget. I was pleasantly surprised with how quickly Gladys created a possible itinerary in a VERY easy to understand chart. [I am very visual, so this was a huge help to me] One of the biggest things that gave me great confidence in Easy Travel TZ from the beginning was how transparent they were about everything, from the price to what was and wasn’t included in that price. After going back and forth a few times with Gladys, we created the perfect itinerary that took into account both what we wanted to see within a price that suited us. Throughout the whole process, Gladys was very considerate about what we wanted, revised our itinerary as many times as needed, and never go impatient about having to change various things for our trip before we confirmed it. Once we confirmed our trip she created a more in-depth itinerary which I also really appreciated, because the last thing one wants is miscommunication on what was expected. Also, a clear invoice was created that she kept updated as payments were made. When everything was settled, payment and itinerary, Gladys told us who would pick us up and our safari guide.
Upon arriving in Tanzania, we were met by our transfer guide Said who had our sign, was ready to go, and made sure we were comfortable. [our flight was a bit late, but he was right up front and ready] Getting to Arusha was no trouble and Easy Travel TZ made the entire process effortless. We had a free day in Arusha, however, Gladys still made a point of coming to see us at our hotel in the evening to discuss our trip and make sure everything seemed fine. This was a nice little touch since it’s always good to meet the person whom you’ve talked to for many months online.
The next day our guide, Cornel, was eager to start our safari, had the vehicle ready, and came to our hotel on time. One of the biggest things that will make or break a safari is the guide, and I am happy to say we had one of the best guides out there as a first safari to Tanzania. The entire time Cornel was attentive, spotted the animals, and was well versed about the animals in each park. Throughout the whole trip, Cornel was very easy to talk to and always made sure to accommodate us in anything we needed. During our drives, he skillfully maneuvered the hard terrain and made sure the ride was as comfortable as he could make it. [keeping in mind the roads are very bumpy, something the drivers cannot help, but he did a great job nonetheless] It should be added, the vehicles Easy Travel TZ uses are in very good condition considering the roads they travel on, and we never had a break down. When we arrived at each park he was able to spot the animals, from a huge Elephant to a tiny Lizard running along a rock. Not only did Cornel do a phenomenal job spotting animals, he knew facts and figures about every animal we saw. Along with knowing information about each animal we saw, he had extensive knowledge about the villages and parks we visited. No point during the trip did I feel Cornel didn’t care about finding the animals for us, and one time he said, “You guys just relax and I’ll do the work of finding the animals”. It was a real pleasure having Cornel as a first-time safari guide [our first safari] and will definitely ask for him next time if I can. Along with driving well, he always made sure to park so that we got the best view possible. Whenever we entered a new park he did all the paperwork for us and we had no issues at all, too. Even towards the end of the day when we were getting a bit tired, Cornel never stopped scanning the land for animals. To say the least, Cornel is very dedicated to giving the customer a great experience.
After the safari when we came back to Arusha, Gladys met us one more time to make sure the safari went well and if we had any feedback. This was nice because you can tell Easy Travel TZ is devoted to making sure the customer doesn’t feel forgotten once you send them your money and that if there’s any issue they are there to assist. Unlike some companies who may just send you a survey at the end of a trip, Easy Travel TZ meets you in person after the trip to make sure everything went well.
I highly recommend using Easy Travel TZ for any of your safari [and climbing Kilimanjaro] needs, be it a group safari, private safari, day safari, or week long safari. No matter what you’re looking for, they will work with you to create a memorable trip that fit within your budget. Plus, no matter what your budget, the places they select for you to stay at are comfortable.
Thanks Gladys for organizing our amazing safari, and Cornel for being an incredible guide.
AE
Email Maryam | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari Experience
The experience was incredible. from the beginning till the end! We only stayed 4 days but were enough to see plenty of animals and of course we were lucky to see the BIG 5!
Easy Travel was very helpful since we contacted them to get the prices, they replied very quickly and they answered any doubt we had regarding our travel. When we arrived they came to our hotel to meet us and explain to us every single detail of our itinerary, which was very helpful and we really appreciate it.
Doto was our guide and I really cant imagine a Best one, he was very helpful and explained us plenty of things about the animals and also about Tanzania and its culture, he spoke Spanish, French and English perfectly which was great for us, because I am spanish and my husband is french :)
I will choose them again with no doubt !!
Visited June 2017
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Email Fatima | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
“Best Experience with Easy Travel & Tours Ltd”
I want to firstly thank Mr. Albert for all his support from planning the tour, booking the hotel and travel with affordable budget. Thank you so much for making this tour so memorable. Also i would like to thank Mr. Tom
who was our guide in safari and give us good support and information
5 day safari in Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara
We organised at late notice in the low season (early May 2017) a 5-day safari with Easy Travel, including 2 days in Serengeti and day trips to Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park. Our initial enquiry was dealt with very quickly and efficiently by Verah in the Easy Travel offices and our guide, Thomas, was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The safari itself was wonderful and included an amazing array of mammals and birds (close encounters with all of the "big five" and many others). Our overall experience with Easy Travel was excellent - thoroughly recommended.
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Email Siddharth | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Awesomely outstanding! Best experience ever
Our vacation included a 6-day Safari with Easy Travel throughout Tanzania. This included 2 days at Lake Manyara, 2 days in the Serengeti, 1 day in Ndutu, and finally 1 days at the Ngorongoro Crater. This was the best way to be introduced to Safaris & to Tanzania. Our driver cum guide Gerald was absolutely incredible!!! He was so easy to connect to (We were a group of 7 people of a family- ranging from 74 to 6 in age) and he made our adventure that much more enjoyable. We never felt rushed and Gerald always worked with what we wanted to do. He made sure we saw every animal on our "must-see" list. He is a very experienced guide (20 years on safari) who seems to know everything about the animals, the Massai and Tanzania in general. We kept asking questions and always got very comprehensive answers. This is something so important for such kind of a trip. Besides, we had all the time we wanted to watch the animals and take pictures and he was never in a hurry. Thank you very much again - Gerald!!!
We were almost on the verge of tears when it was time to say goodbye to Gerald. It felt like saying goodbye to a beloved friend.
The accommodations were also beyond our expectations- that too in such wilderness.
If you ever plan on doing a Safari though Tanzania, I would highly recommend this Safari with Easy Travel and I would highly, highly recommend that you request Gerald as your driver, he knows the area, the animals and he will make your trip extra special!
To conclude, I am so blessed to have taken this trip. I thank Easy Travel for making it the trip of our lives. (well, actually….we might go back, it was too good to stay away). And for always making us feel safe and comfortable, for treating us as good friends, not clients.
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Email Franziska | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A breathtaking experience, where wo got more than we ever could have wished for
We are a family of four (My parents, boyfriend and me) and we booked the tour online from Germany.
The booking process went smooth and easy and Norah from EasyTravel helped us every step along the way.
When we arrived at Arusha airport we got picked up by our personal guide Ombeni. From there we where taken straight to the EasyTravel office in Arusha where we got a very detailed briefing by two staff members of EasyTravel. They made sure that we felt comfortable and that there where no questions open on our side.
My Dad wasn't so good on foot at that time, so we were a bit concerned on how comfortable he would be during the safari. As it turned out it wasn't a problem at all. The small walking tour we did was arranged to be a little less demanding so that we all could enjoy it together and the rest of the safari was mostly done by car (a spacious Toyota with sunroof and coolbox!). From the office our guide took us to our first beautiful hotel (all the hotels we stayed in where quaint, with perfect service and friendly staff). The next day our long expected Safari (btw. Safari means journey in Suaheli) started. Our first destination was Lake Manyara National park, the home of the famous tree climbing lions. Our wonderful guide Ombeni did not only manage to show us all of the big five but kept us entertained on the long drives between Parks. We could ask him anything about everything. Not only did he know all there was to know about animals, but he also about Tanzanian history, politics and culture. He taught us some words in Suaheli and in return we thought him some german. When we left Serengeti National Park on day 3 we had already seen 4 of the big five and had a very close encounter with a cheetah on the back of our car. Ombeni always seemed to know exactly where to find certain animals. He was never satisfied until he had taken us at arm's length with lions, Buffalos, Giraffes and many more. Still we felt safe at every moment. This holiday my Family and I, surely will never forget!
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Email Alroy Santhanam | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, Friendly, Efficient & Accommodating Tour Operator + Tanzania = Best Holiday Ever!
My wife and I were planning our honeymoon in Tanzania and based on many good reviews, we decided to give Easy Travel a shot and placed an enquiry, and they certainly delivered. Mr Albert from ET replied almost immediately and he was pivotal in helping us plan our honeymoon based on our budget and needs. We wanted to go on a 7 day safari followed by a relaxing 4 day island holiday on Zanzibar. Albert went above and beyond and provided various iterations of suitable itineraries that suited our needs (eg. witnessing the Great Migration). His prompt replies and ever ready help really made our planning all the more easier, especially since we were planning the holiday at the last minute.
Upon arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport, Mr Doto, our guide for the 7 day safari picked us up and proceeded to bring us to Easy Travel's head office in Arusha where we finally met Albert and was greeted enthusiastically by the ET team through some singing and dancing. What a great welcome and start to our trip in Tanzania! We were thoroughly briefed of our itinerary for the safari and for the island holiday, all of which was taken care of by Albert.
For the next 7 days, Doto, a safari guide veteran of 9 years, showed us in our very reliable 4x4, the wonders of Tanzania. From the incredible sights, animals, people and customs. He went over and beyond everyday to provide us with all kinds of information about the animals and habitats and knew all of the Serengeti where we spent most of our time like the back of his hand. He is indeed a walking encyclopedia of birds and animals and could tell you everything you want to know about Tanzania. He is truly a credit to Easy Travel! I certainly do recommend you to request for this great guy to be your guide, who has become a friend to us.
Finally, upon the completion of our 7 day adventure, Doto brought us back to the airport for our flight out to Zanzibar, where ET has staff to ferry you between your beach resort and airport. Essentially, throughout our 10 day stay there, we did not have to worry about anything as Albert and Doto had taken care of everything, cost covered for everything. We only found ourselves paying for tips and souvenirs, thus making our honeymoon truly a relaxing affair.
Easy Travel and especially Doto and Albert, certainly made our honeymoon the best holiday we've ever been on. We fully experienced beauty and wonder of Tanzania thanks to them. Good job to Easy Travel for being professional, friendly, efficient and accommodating. I would 100% recommend this local tour operator as they know Tanzania the best. Keep up the good work! Asanti Sana!
Alroy & Teresa