Hilary and Martin - owners of Suricata Safaris
Suricata Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $190 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Harun | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari!
We were so pleasantly surprised by the safari! They picked us up from the airport and gave us a briefing in the hotel we arrived in. Alley gave us a nice and clear briefing. He also gave us a free upgrade to stay two nights at the Suricata Boma Lodge, which was so nice and new. After that our lovely guide Frederick took us and another couple to the safari journey of our life. We have seen all the big 5. We saw a cheetah hunt a gazelle. We were almost attacked by an elephant but the whole experience was so funny afterwards. Frederick was so knowledgeable throughout everything. He explained so much about the animals we saw, but also about Tanzanian culture and way of living. The two other couples were so nice and we are glad that we made the journey with them. It was so worth it and we would recommend the trip to everyone.
Just remember to bring your own pair of binoculars, because it makes seeing the animals so much more easier.
DE
Email Beiske | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Exzellent organized 5 days Safari
Our 5 Day Safari was an extraordinary experience, Food was gorgeous, our guide, Max was competent, relaxed and helpful with and questions. Tents were clean, baths and showers were in solid standard. We had the Perfect adventure, including fantastic landscape, big 5, nature as never seen before.
ES
Email Aitor | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
100% recomended
We really enjoyed our safari trip with suricata safaris, our guide max attended all of our needs and had lots of knowledge about all the wildlife we were able to see. Our cheff Salim was excelent, all meals were delicious. First night was in a camping and the other 2 were at camps area in the national parks.
IT
Email Raffaele | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Passion and professionalism, all the time
We chose Suricata Safaris after a careful research among the different tour operators that offer Safaris in Arusha. Right from the start they struck us for their availability, flexibility and readiness in answering our questions.
During the Safari our driver/guide Lewis, the driver/guide Mandela and the chef Tito were super professional, always on time and always very organized. Above all, we noticed and appreciated the passion that all of them and all the staff transmit during the days.
We absolutely recommend reach out to them!
CA
Email Lily | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent tour operator
I booked a solo 3-day mid range Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater tour with Suricata Safaris in Sep 2023. Communication was prompt and smooth. I was met by the driver at the JRO airport as promised and taken to Arusha. A staff was assigned to brief before the tour and debrief afterwards at the hotel. The guide (Edgar) was excellent and very experienced. I had an amazing time and saw some incredible sights. I highly recommend this tour company for their reliability, excellent communication, good value, and quality service. I would recommend booking at least a mid-range option unless you are on a tight budget and enjoy the camping experience. The incremental cost to better lodging was well worth it in my opinion.
BR
Email Bianca | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience in Tanzânia Safari
We were in a group of five adults and a two-year-old child
we took the private safari through Tarangire, Ngorongoro ando Serengueti parks and they all provided us with incredible experiences with beautiful landscapes and wonderful animals.
It was a game drive Safari in a big and confort car that acomodates we all and the company arranged a child seat to ensure safety as one of our requests.
Accommodation varied along the route and according to location, but all met our needs with comfortable beds and hot water for showers. The staff are always very attentive and friendly.
In the north of Serengeti the accommodation is a little more rustic and the bathing water is salty , but I believe this is a characteristic of the more remote location.
We had the best tour guide in the world, Rocky is a very special and attentive person, always looking to our needs , and extremely kind with our little child.
It was all very special, hard to say goodbye.
I strongly recommend the tour, the company and especially the guide.
PT
Email Ana de Sá Veríssimo | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing days
All 5 days were extraordinary, we saw 4 of the big 5 animals, we saw many animals up close, the hotels and tend camping were great with good food and the staff were very friendly and helpful. our guide Rocky was fantastic!
BR
Email Marina | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Journey of a lifetime
We had the most wonderful time, beyond our dreams!
We we’re picked up at the airport, rested at a hotel nearby and on the next day met our guide, Rocky, who made it all sooooo very special.
A five day tour allowed us to see so many beautiful animals, each park with its own charm. all the tented camps were amazingly comfortable, and delicious food.
Email Liam | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly, helpful, professional
Booked trip with very short notice, and every one was super helpful! Couldn’t have asked for a better Safari experience definitely exceeded my expectations. The food was great and we got to see everything we wanted. Very professional
RO
Email Monica | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Mixed
Overall, the adventure went well. In detail, we saw wild animals - that's why we went to Tanzania in the first place - and sometimes they were so close... right next to the jeep's front wheel OMG. We had Mister T, Lewis, Silas as our guides and Piu as a chef in Ngorongoro. On the first day of the safari, the jeep had issues when it exceeded 35 km/h, and we lost a few hours trying to fix it at a Mad Max-style service center :). The response was that it could be repaired if taken elsewhere for a part, and all of us in the group chose to continue using it as it was. On the second day, a different jeep, a different guide, and a different group: this time, the gearbox broke down right before entering the park, before the ticket gate. After a few phone calls done by Silas, we were told that it would be fixed in an hour. After an hour, we were told it would take another 2 hours. After the first hour of the two, we were informed that we would receive a replacement vehicle around 3 - 4:30 pm. After a while, Silas managed to persuade another driver (just entering the park) from a different company to take each of us to our respective accommodations - we drove for 6 hours with only a few stops because it was already getting dark, and the driver didn't have time to return back safely. The vehicles were not properly checked, which posed risks (what if we were already near the group of relaxed lions we photographed next to the front wheel? What if the vehicle didn't start? I'm sure Silas would have found solutions, but I would have preferred not to have these worries :). The first night of accommodation was at Boma Lodge - excellent lodging and food. The second night was at An'gata Lodge - MASH-style tents, a dedicated team - we were escorted to and from the tents by a team member using walkie-talkies; good food. The third night was at a camping tent, and the toilet/shower area needs improvements. Good food cooked by Piu. During the night we were visited by zebras OMG :) I'm glad that, overall, the safari was a success. We took memorable photos/videos and returned safely, with no unpleasant incidents regarding food. I can recommend improvements in communication between guides and tourists AND regular technical checks of the vehicles. Regarding tips, I agree with it up to the point where there is so much pressure that it can be believed that salaries are not paid from the money tourists pay for the safari (and it's not a small amount), and guides rely solely on tips. I hope that is not the case.