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 Jacqueline | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable family trip - highly recommended
We had an amazing vacation and would highly recommend booking through Makasa! Everything was well-organized by Selma, and she offered great suggestions for our itinerary and accommodations. When we had to postpone our trip due to serious illness, they were incredibly flexible and rebooked everything, allowing us to enjoy our vacation later when we were in good health. We really appreciated that!
Jacob, our guide, was fantastic! He has an extensive knowledge of nature, animals, and culture, and explained everything clearly. He was patient, calm, and had a great sense of humor. He also made sure we traveled safely, navigating the bumpy roads with skill. And, thanks to him, we got to see the Big 5!
We also had a wonderful experience at Kimbilio, the camp owned by Makasa. The camp was small and located in a quieter part of the Serengeti, which made it feel intimate and peaceful. The staff were incredibly friendly, the food was delicious, and we had a lot of fun playing card games and laughing together!
Overall, it was a memorable and exceptional trip, and we’re grateful to the entire Makasa team for making it all possible! Asante Makasa!
DE
Email Henriette and Christian | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Makasa provided us with a mixture of relaxed famliy atmosphere and professional guiding.
Henriette und Christian
I must admit in the beginning I had some doubts about going on a safari tour. I imagined being among plenty of tourists and sitting in a bumping car for hours just to look for the big fives. My husband and me discussed our concerns with Selma, the operator of Makasa, Tanzanian Safaris. She was very understanding and tried to dispell our concerns. Our trip was planned individually so no reason to worry.
To make the long story short. The safari turned out to be an outstanding experience.
To start with our guide Humphrey. His driving beween rocks and potholes was unbelievable and he always found exciting spots to watch. We witnessed the love affair of a lions´couple and saw the spectacular river crossing of the wildebeest plunging into the crocodile infested river Mara. Humphrey had a great knowledge of the Serengeti and its wildlife and was always able to respond our questions. Aside from that he was a really good entertainer and we had a lot of fun with him.
Accomodation was perfect, we were quite impressed by the privacy and the qualitiy of the tents. We were spoilt by the friendly stuff who welcomed us with drinks and refreshing towels after long drives. Food was also delicious. The location at lake Natron with lots of flamingos was very special. Unforgettable the sundowner right on the lakeside. It was so unique that we almost have forgotten the long dusty drive to get there.
Overall this safari trip will remain in our memory.
Well organized by Makasa! Thank you Selma!
QA
Email Lauren Wood | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
9 Amazing Days in Tanzania
What an amazing experience this was! Everything was perfect from start to finish. Makasa put together a perfect itinerary with a great blend of activities and lodging for our family of four. Our safari guide, Robert, was exceptional. He knew everything about the land and the animals and made sure we didn’t miss a single thing.
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Email Caroline | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A safari with Makasa is an unforgettable experience!
At the end of September/beginning of October we had a great trip to Tanzania! A 10-day safari along the Masai and the beautiful parks Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro crater and the Serengeti. And then another 5 days of afterglow on Zanzibar.
We came across Makasa via Instagram and their offer immediately appealed to us; private safari with your own guide, a mix of lodges and tented camps, luxury and also back to basic with the sounds of lions and hyenas around your tent, the real safari feeling. No massive accommodations.
Anne helped us put together our program, the contact went very well, always a quick response and we could ask all our questions. There was a lot of emailing back and forth, but nothing was too much. We also spoke to her once via a Teams meeting, that was also very nice.
You have a lot of freedom in putting together your trip, there is no fixed program, you can organize it as you want.
On site, Selma is very accessible for questions if necessary, which gives a good feeling.
And what we found most special was our fantastic guide Jacob. You are on the road together in the jeep all day for 10 days, so that is quite decisive for the experience of your trip, that really makes the difference. You notice that Makasa really pays attention to the quality of the guide. Jacob has so much knowledge about the animals and nature that he shared with us.
It was a very special trip! Thank you Makasa and Jacob!
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Email Cindy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Correct, helpfull and friendly
We had an amazing trip in Tanzania. All was very well organised bij Makasa :-) We had a good contact with hem, from the first mailings about information till the end of our holiday. Also our guide Humphrey was the best!! We learned so much from him and it was a pleasure to be in his company!
We were fortunate to spot all of the Big 5 :-)
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Email Miranda | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantasy
It was a great safari. With the help of our own private driver (Mohammed Massawe), we saw the big migration crossing the river. The price is more than worth it. Quality is really great.
Tanzania wow!!
Just back from a fantastic safari in 2016 I met Makasa on the holiday show in Utrecht After a pleasant chat and information I desided to book at Makasa Very good choise every thing tiptop very good guide This year it was mine 6th. time I travelled with Makasa I think it will say enough!!,,. Beautiful nature wild animals and very friendly people. I have seen the crossing of the gnoes across the Mara river amazing what a spectacel The southern parks are visiting worth May have the intention Togo for safari to Tanzania I recommend Makasa.
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Email Annelies H. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect
We are very satisfied with Makasa!! They ensured that we have a journey where we didn't have to think about anything. We did the combination Tanzania and Zanzibar. Especially the safari tours and the overnight stay in the Tented Lodges (Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge) were impressive and we are already homesick for it!! Our guide Tom showed us the most beautiful animals (incl. The Big 5) and was able to teach us so much knowledge! We look back with a smile and hope to be able to come back one day.
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Email Barend Scherpbier | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had an unforgettable holiday due to Makasa Tanzania Safaris
Makasa organized an splendid trip through Tanzania for us. We were with eleven people and two guides. The guides were very freindly and had a great knowledge of Tanzania and the animals. Robert and Frank started as guides but we left them as friends. the parks, lodges and food were good. Esspecially the tents in the serengeti were unforgettable. Being in the wilderness in a tent was an experience of a lifetime.
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Email Jeroen en Patricia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
fabulous
What a fantastic 10 days we have had. Makasa had arranged everything down to the last detail for us. The guides were really super. What a lovely men and how much they knew about all the places that we visited. I will recommend anyone who wants to plan a safi to do this through Makasa. Thank you for this unforgettable journey.