Bush lunch in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Tazama Africa Holidays
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- AMREF, Eco Tourism & Tour Operators Society of Kenya
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $1,200 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email James Austin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Organisers of the perfect safari in Kenya!
Booked a bespoke package with Tazama to spend 1 night in Leopard Hill Camp (Naibosho Conservancy) followed by two nights in Entim Camp (Massai Mara).
Antony was very patient with us prior to booking whilst we went through various options and decisions. Upon arrival, Tazama did not disappoint.
In Naibosho, our fantastic guide John bent over backwards to deliver a perfect game drive experience in the conservancy (providing a perfect location for sundowners, and also facilitating a night drive). He was extremely knowledgable, an excellent driver in difficult terrain, and made us feel very welcome.
The staff back at the Leopard Hill Camp itself were very accommodating - the view was second to none, as was the food. I would not hesitate in recommending anyone to stay any period of time in this camp.
As we moved into the Mara, we swapped guides for Jack, an equally fantastic guide, for the duration of our stay. Again, he was extremely well versed in the terrain and all the facts anyone would want to know about any of the animals.
Our in the Mara, Entim Camp, was similarly impressive - all staff (in particular Mary!) made us feel welcome and like nothing was too much trouble. I would highly recommend staying here due to its proximity to the Mara River (particularly useful for Great Migration season).
Would easily recommend using Tazama again: the only thing I would add is that overcommunicating to upcoming guests about their itineraries (mostly particulars in relation to domestic flights if they are part of a package) would help really provide peace of mind.
JP
Email Choco | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional Arrangements and Drivers
I have safaris every year for 30 years and I think this company is the best.
The manager, Antony, is also a driver, so he is very knowledgeable about the newest information of national parks and animals. Usually managers are not familiar with wildlife as they work a desk job in Nairobi.
Drivers of Tazama Africa are sensitive to the animals' movements and try to anticipate them, so they can always park the cars in good positions. Very professional.
DK
Email Bent Drejer | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Andrew was the perfect guide.
We did have a fantastic trip to Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara.
Our guide Andrew was very good, he did make sure that we did get a experience for life. We did se the big five, the ugly five and many other animals.
We recommend Tazama Africa Holidays
DE
Email Karlotta | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable Safari with Tazama in Kenya and Tanzania
This was our second trip with Tazama, and it was just as wonderful as the first one. This time we did a 2-week safari to Kenya and Tanzania. Antony, the owner, was incredibly helpful in customising our tour and providing advice on routes, locations and more. The accommodations Antony picked for us, especially at Ashnil Samburu Camp in Samburu and Ilkeliani Camp in Mara, were stunning and had delicious food without exception.
Our guides, Andrew and Jake (Kenya)/ Shaukat (Tanzania), were very kind, flexible, and knowledge of the wildlife/culture made our safari .
They were attentive to our interests, always eager to spot wildlife and accommodate our requests e.g. going on safari earlier/ later. We enjoyed that the guides were very respectful towards wildlife but we were still able to see the animals up close due to their ability to predict animal movements. Andrew's ability to position the car for perfect light and composition was particularly appreciated for taking wonderful pictures.
Overall, our safari with Tazama was fantastic, and we're already looking forward to our next trip!
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Email Hufmann | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best safari company
This was the most amazing trip we have ever had with Tazama Africa Holidays. Each day the trip got better and better.The accommodations and the guide were the best.Before the trip my wife and i were nervous staying in tents but the tents were better than the 5 star hotels we stayed.
We can't thank Antony the owner of the company for planning the best trip ever.
Our guide Andrew was wonderful,experienced,punctual and knowledgeable of the highest order.
We saw an incredible variety of animals including lions,leopards,cheetahs,rhinos,elephants and much more.
The all inclusive experience made it easy for us to sit back and enjoy each other company for the whole safari.
I can't recommend Tazama Africa Holidays and in particular Antony and Andrew.
Thank you for a wonderful and a memorable experience.
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Email Nickson N | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best safari operator
My wife and I recently spent fabulous 10 days on safari with Tazama Africa Holidays through Olpejeta conservancy ,lake Nakuru national park and Maasai Mara national.
I contacted 15 different companies and Tazama Africa holidays was our favorite.
Antony the owner was extremely fast,efficient,helpful and above all he went above to come up with the best itinerary and luckily he is a guide by profession.
He proposed an itinerary for us the was friendly to our budget and more so a relaxing one.
Our guide Jack was fantastic,experienced,knowledgeable and he understands animal behavior extensively and knew when to move on and when to hang around a little longer for a chance to see a chase. We saw three chases in the Maasai Mara: a lion chasing a zebra, a pair of cheetahs chasing an impala, a leopard hunting and the same two cheetahs finally overtaking a small eland. Jack also has a photography background, which allowed him to get us into great position for pictures. We saw every animal we could have hoped for and it exceeded our expectations .
We greatly appreciated the flexibility to create the trip of a lifetime. Likewise, being picked up at the airport and dropped off at the airport for the flight home came without a hitch. We highly recommend Tazama Africa Holidays for the ease of communication, designing the trip, and for a trip beyond our expectations
Thank you Antony and Jack for creating our outstanding and memorable experience.
Email Tom | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic Safaris in Kenya
Another fantastic Safari with Tazama Africa Holidays, we asked for a bespoke itinerary and Antony’s selections were excellent. We went to the Samburu and Mara in Kenya, saw many animals and birds were plentiful, we had a high quality driver who missed nothing! communication and attention to detail great as ever, and the pricing very competitive. The ladies in our group felt very safe at all times so we are super happy. This is our 3rd Safari with them and we cannot recommend them more highly.
AE
Email Dr Adil | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very polite
Very polite and organised tour. Our guide Jack was a gem of a person and very knowledgeable.
He was always on time waiting for us and very patient while we clicked photos
Highly recommended to go by Tazama.
US
Email Andrew Johnson | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best safari with Tazama Africa Holidays
My girlfriend and I went for a 7-Days safari through Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli and it was absolutely excellent. It was our first time to Kenya and we did not know what it would be like but we were fully prepared by Antony the owner(Tazama Africa Holidays)He gave us a wide choice of accommodation we could choose from at each game reserve and helped organise our collection to and from the airport which was very needed!
On the tour, we had our own 4x4 safari Land Cruiser to ourselves with our guide Andrew our guide was knowledgeable about the wildlife,birds and Kenyan culture .
Our highlights were Lake Nakuru to see the wild rhinos up close and Amboseli was incredible to see Mount Kilimanjaro as the backdrop to over a thousand elephants in the swamp. The Maasai Mara was incredible to see so many big cats as well as loads of other exciting wildlife. The whole safari was well planned. Accommodation we stayed and the food was delicious everywhere we went .
I recommend anyone who is planning to do a safari to use Tazama Africa Holidays.
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Email Antony | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
8 day memorable safari
We had a great experience with Tazama Africa Holidays starting from planning process until we left Kenya. We talked with Antony to plan our safari and he provided all the necessary information for us to plan an itinerary to suit our requirements. Antony booked all our preferred camps . We visited 3 parks on our 8-day safari, Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Massai Mara. Our driver/guide Jack made sure we had a great time in Kenya. He is friendly, helpful, and great with kids. Our kids had a great time thanks to Jack. He made sure we saw all the big 5 l and many more. Also, we were lucky enough to see a leopard hunting and a black rhino in Maasai Mara and it made our safari complete. It was an unforgettable experience for us.
Thank you to Tazama Africa Holidays and in particular Antony the owner and our best safari driver guide Jack.