Hilary and Martin - owners of Suricata Safaris
Suricata Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 50-100 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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Reviews
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Email Michele | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing tour
It was a really well-organized and fun tour. We were very lucky because we got to see almost all the animals up close, and it was exciting to spot cheetah and lion cubs as well.
Charlè, our guide, was not only an excellent driver but also very helpful with his explanations and always willing to assist.
Highly recommended tour and a wonderful experience!
TM
Email Aylar | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable five-day safari—we saw all the Big Five
An unforgettable five-day safari in Tanzania! We saw the Big Five, including a rhino and so many lions. Our guide Chaz made the trip extra special—he was amazing at spotting animals and getting us great views. We had so much fun. Thank you, Chaz, for an incredible adventure!
TR
Email Chaz | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Chaz is a good man. Chaz ni mtu mzuri
Chaz was a wonderful man—easygoing, understanding, intelligent, and very knowledgeable. He knew how to find the animals easily and treated his guests with great care and responsibility, always considering their needs and circumstances.
Whenever we asked him for anything, he readily agreed and was always willing to help. Nothing was ever too much trouble for him. He truly was the right person for the job.
CN
Email tangliang | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
excelent
Thanks for the wonderful experience..Chaz was very friendly and nice,goooooooooood!niccccccce!
CH
Email JFB | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing animal sightings, authentical lodges, knowledgeable guide!
Serengeti + Ngorongoro with Melita
We booked a 3-day group tour and had an amazing time! Our guide Melita spots every animal, no matter how well hidden, knows where to find the best coffee on the way to the park, and is miraculously able to avoid (almost) every pothole.
The roads are very bumpy and you have to cover many kilometers, but thanks to our guide Melita, the time flew by - filled with interesting conversations and sightings of several Maasai villages and various animals. Cold water is provided in the car and tjere are pleny of bathroom breaks on the way.
On the game drives, we saw an incredible variety of animals.
- The Serengeti seems endless, and you have to search a bit for the animals—which is no problem thanks to the experienced guide—but in return, you stay at a very authentic yet no less comfortable lodge (Tanzania Bush Camp). Dinner is a buffet with fresh ingredients, followed by a drink at the bar or by the campfire. You’ll spend the night in luxurious tents, complete with hot water and a comfortable bed. Since you’re in the middle of the Serengeti, you’re only allowed to leave the camp after dark with an escort, whom you can contact via radio. You’ll be woken up by the most beautiful sunrise, followed by a breakfast you definitely wouldn’t expect “out in the middle of nowhere.”
- The Ngorongoro Crater offers a wide variety of scenery, ranging from arid areas to green pastures and lakes. Accordingly, you’ll find all kinds of animal herds there (except giraffes)—they literally run right in front of your car. You’ll take a break at the so-called “Hippo Pool,” where there’s also a coffee stand serving delicious Tanzanian coffee. Unfortunately, you can’t spend the night inside the crater, so you’ll stay at one of the lodges (concrete cabins, not tents, but no less beautiful).
The nights before and after the safari are included in the tour as well but as I had private arrangements, I cannot rewiev this service. Also included is an airport pickup and dropoff, which was well-organized and on time.
It’s also worth mentioning the organization behind the scenes—in our case, Jesca. The booking process takes place via WhatsApp. It seemed a bit suspicious at first, but all questions were answered within what felt like 24 hours, and in the end, everything worked out—including a follow-up request for feedback after the tour. Many thanks for the professional and very personalized service!
Note: On such short lowbudget group tours, you should be aware that you'll spend a lot of time in the car and that driving on unpaved roads can be tiring. Alternatively, Suricata Safari also offers “more comfortable” tours.
= I can highly recommend both this tour and this provider! A tour with absolute value for money!
DE
Email Jaron | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amiri was the best and funniest guide you could think of. You will have the best time with him!
Starting of with how perfect the trip was. Suricata managed everything perfect you don‘t need to worry about anything. The guides all of them are the most kind and funniest persons it‘s always fun with them and they know everything about the parks and animals. I was shocked about how good the food was. The cooks know definitely know what there are doing. I did the group Camping safari and I met a lot of cool people . The trip couldn‘t be better. Easiest 10/10
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Email Matic | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best choice
We were lucky enough to see the Big 5, all of them from very close up! But beyond the incredible wildlife, what really impressed us was how well organized everything was and how amazing the food was — you can hardly imagine how they manage to prepare such great meals out there. We were especially lucky to have Felix as our guide, together with Chef Salimu and Sous-Chef Godwin. An absolutely top-notch team that made the whole experience even more special!
Email Arsema | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable first safari with Suricata!
I had an incredible 5 day safari with Suricata, seeing the big five multiple times thanks to our amazing driver, Alawi, who was informative, funny and ensured we had the best sightings. Our chef, Samson, also kept us very well fed during the game drives, with a great variety of meat and veg options.
All the lodges were beautiful, especially Boma Suricata Lodge, which was my favourite place, as it was the perfect place to relax after bumpy game drives. Tanzania Bush Camp in the Central Serengeti was also special, with lions hunting at night and stylish, comfortable accommodation to unwind in.
As my first safari, the bar has been set very high! I would highly recommend Suricata and would absolutely travel with them again.
ES
Email Natalia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari with an Incredible Team!
An Unforgettable Safari with an Incredible Team!
Our safari was an absolutely unforgettable experience, and we owe so much of it to our amazing team: Steve, Salim, and Godwin! They were not only fantastic guides, but also wonderful cooks and brilliant organizers who made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish.
A special shout-out to Steve with his eye of the tiger, our incredible driver and wildlife spotter! His knowledge, patience, passion, and dedication made every day special. He showed us breathtaking wildlife moments, spotted even some of the rarest animals, and did everything possible to bring us as close as safely and respectfully possible. Thanks to him, we witnessed moments we will remember for the rest of our lives. Along the way, he shared fascinating insights into Tanzania’s wildlife, nature, and culture, making the experience so much richer than simply seeing animals.
Salim and Godwin were equally wonderful, making sure we were well taken care of, well fed, and always in good hands. The food was delicious, the organization was excellent, and the whole team made us feel welcome, comfortable, and genuinely cared for.
What made this safari truly special was not just the incredible animals and landscapes, but the people behind the experience. Their enthusiasm, kindness, humor, and genuine passion made every day an adventure. You could really feel that they wanted us to have the best possible experience, and they went above and beyond to make that happen.
If planning a safari in Tanzania, we couldn't recommend this team more highly! We came for the wildlife but left with unforgettable memories, countless stories to tell, and huge appreciation for these wonderful people.
Asante sana, Steve, Salim, and Godwin! You made our safari truly magical, and we will never forget it!
IE
Email Karen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Alawi was the best tour guide!! We had the most amazing 5 day experience. Food was also incredible, shout out to Samson the chef. 10/10 would recommend.