Makasa is owned & managed by Selma and Ngomi Kamm
Makasa Tanzania Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2009)
- Member Of:
- Tanzania Association of Tour Operators
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $2,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Anastasia and Andreas | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Arrived as clients left as friends
In love with African nature and wildlife, we decided to choose Tanzania as our next holiday destination. We started looking in internet for tour operators and I accidentally came across Makasa. I read the reviews and I liked what I read, so I contacted Selma and explained that we wanted to go on Safari and then maybe to the beaches of Zanzibar. Selma sent us an itinerary and gave us so much time as we needed to read it through, to read about lodges and national parks. That is what I liked in particular: Makasa made no pressure and let us time to think everything over. Each time we had questions, Selma answered them in no time. Makasa is very flexible and if you, for some reason, would like to change something in your itinerary, it is no problem. They have a wide choice of lodges and activities to choose from.
Upon arrival to Tanzania, we were picked up at the airport by our guide Mathias and brought to the lodge in Moshi. Some hours later he took us on a tour around Moshi and showed us local food markets where we bought the most delicious avocados and bananas. We then drank delicious coffee at the local cafe, with coffee beans grown in the area. The next day we went to see beautiful waterfalls and then headed to Kilimanjaro starting point. Kilimanjaro area is very green and we explicitely asked Selma to let us stay a day or two in this area. We had a lot of fun with our guide, he told us a lot about local culture and we just had a good laugh with him.
Our safari experience was unforgettable. We visited in total 4 national parks and saw the Big Five. Our safari guide's name is Daniel. We saw so many wild cats up close, including leopards, that we wanted to see no more =) Daniel could spot animals some 200 meters or even more away!!! I do not know how he did that! He was very knowledgable, told us a lot about animals, their habits etc. He did that in an interactive way, by asking us questions and then giving the right answer. Every evening, at the dinner we discussed plans for the next day: what animals we wanted to see, what time we start safari and if we wanted to have breakfast before safari starts or during etc. So we knew exactly what we would be doing the next day. He is also a very careful driver and took our and his own safety as a priority.
Our lodges were great, and comfortable, especially the lodge in Serengeti National Park - we slept in the tents (tents are equipped with a bed, there is a toilet and a shower, laundry service also available - so no worries). Each night we fell asleep to the sound of roaring lions and grinning hyenas. We saw a leopard on the tree as we arrived to the lodge - he was just chilling there, 150 meters away from us=). Selma knew that such experience is a must in Tanzania. One of the lodges, at which we stayed, supports a children's home - it means 20 % of sales goes to the needs of this project. I visited the children's home myself and I can say children are taken real good care of and are getting good education. Another lodge, at which we spent two nights in Moshi, supports the local school, the primary purpose being the education and empowerment of girls. So it is definitely a noble purpose. It is one more reason to choose Makasa - they choose lodges that give back to the community!
After our safari adventure, we were brought to the airport, so that we could continue to travel to Zanzibar. There we were met by the driver (who drove very carefully) and brought to the hotel. The hotel in Zanzibar was also a dream. In Zanzibar we were free to choose our own activities, like snorkeling or Stone Town visit. But one can book activities in advance with Makasa.
We would like to thank Makasa's team for our unforgettable adventure! We will always remember our happy days in Tanzania.
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Email George | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari and very well organised.
Very well arranged and great communication. Our experienced guide really made the difference. Would definitely recommend this organisation.
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Email Judy and Diane | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic bucket list adventure!
We found Makaska through another couple who had toured with them. We found them fast, reliable and efficient in responding. They understood our needs re: the safari and it met all our wishes. Fredrick our tour guide was excellent. He was very passionate about his wildlife and was willing to share all his knowledge. His driving skills were superb, as well as safety concerns at all times. He was not one to go off reading as some guides did. His main trait was his wonderful personality. We were able to share lots of stories and laughter. We highly recommend Makasa and Frederick as your guide.
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Email Rocky | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Everything was well planned.
Our guide, Humphrey, not only knew all the mammals and birds, but seemed to know at least half of the other company guides, as he talked to all of them. We saw an amazing number of animals, both mammals and birds (I'm a birder). Accommodations where all clean, staffs friendly and helpful, food was plentiful and good. Except for the horrible dirt roads, all else was worth it.
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Email Jet | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Superb honeymoon-experience in Tanzania and Zanzibar thanks to Makasa!
We had a great time in Tanzania and Zanzibar for our Honeymoon. Since we only had 10 days our program was packed which we asked for, the team of Makasa did a great job to arrange a wonderful trip for us which included highlights of the country, time to relax and magnificent accommodations. Makasa took into account our wishes and was flexible in changing the itinerary until we had a final proposal. We would definitely recommend Makasa if you consider a journey in Tanzania and Zanzibar.
Email Dianne | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic Safari in Tanzania
From the first email (until the last) our questions were answered quickly. Makasa went beyond our expectations with everything from booking the holiday to the tours, accommodation. Every attention to detail was met. We couldn't have been looked after better. We felt safe, throughout our time in Tanzania. By far the best holiday experience I've ever had. Well done Makasa for your personal touches. You are amazing
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Email Doffa | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Almost all the time Excellent
Communications were all the time during the booking process excellent and accurate.
The hotels / camps we booked into met or even exceeded our expectations.
The safari tour was awesome. Our tour guide was self-confident and an excellent driver and never spoke on the cell phone when driving. We were shown all the animals you want to see as a layman in Tanzania.
The only little disappointment was when asking for seeing the Olduvai Gorge Museum regarding early human ancestors, our driver told that we have ´passed already and there is no time to turn back. Probably our fault not to point out beforehand our interest.
We can fully recommend Makasa for a memorable trip in Tanzania!
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Email Paul Uilenbroek | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We expirienced nature as nature should be: from sunset to moonlight we saw en heard animals.
Makasa made a program that fits us perfectly with a very good guide who spoke very well english. We learnt to appriciate nature, but had also enough time to relax in perfect places alomg the jungle and in Zanzibar. It was a lifetime expericience.
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Email Wineke | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience and excellent guide!
We did a 9 day safari in the North of Tanzania, after that we stayed a couple of days in Zanzibar. Excellent guiding during the safaris (thanks Ali!). Lodges were all very good, beautiful scenery and good food and rooms. The booking process went smooth with a lot of attention for our needs, details and wishes (travelling with a 9 year old). We would highly recommend this smaller organization.
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Email Piet & Margo | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great safari and wonderful stay at Zanzibar
Communication was excellent. The service was perfect and we loved our guide. The safari tour was just as we had hoped.