Tales of Tanzania Team
Tales of Tanzania Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2021)
- Member Of:
- Tanzania Tourist Board
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $140 to $1,500 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
Email Will | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Peter was professional, very friendly and knowledgeable about the bush
Tales of Tanzania made our honeymoon perfect! Pendo was very helpful from our initial email until the very end where we got to meet her and she refunded us cash that I had accidentally overpaid for the trip. Very sweet lady and coworkers, very ethical.
We had the pleasure of having Peter as our guide and spotter! Peter was so friendly, fun, and profession! Peter was ready at the airport to pick us up outside of customs. Peter took us from the airport to Arusha where we had lunch, food was solid! We went to Manyara after that and saw the lake, baboons, elephants, zebras and giraffe. We stayed at the farm of dreams which was very nice and spacious and beautiful lodge. Peter had the lodging staff set up our bed to have “happy honeymoon” written with flower pedals for each night which was quite sweet to come home to at the end of the day. The second day we went to Tarangire National Park where we saw lions, elephants, giraffes, leopards and buffalo. We went on the night safari which was really cool even though we did not see any big cats, it was quite an experience to see the animals at night and a little intense as you could only see what was lit up. On the third day we drove from Tarangire to Ndutu which was the most beautiful drive. On the way all the children that are farming wave to you. Peter took us a different way than the other drivers which took us through the beautiful forest I’ll post below. Peter had timed out the sunset perfectly. We were driving the Serengeti plains which were like out of a movie and as we got to our lodging. It was probably when of the most unforgettable moments of of our lives. Right after the sunset we still to drive and Peter spotted a leopard in a tree about a hundred yards away while driving. We could see the leopards shadow. Peter has a serious eagle eye. We stayed at the Heritage Luxury Tents two nights where the staff played music and were very friendly. The tent was in the bush so we could hear the buffalo and hyenas at night. On the fourth day we saw lions mating, cheetahs, elephants, giraffe, hippo and the beautiful Serengeti plains. We returned to camp and Peter had set up a separate tent for us to have dinner in for the evening. On the fifth day we drove to the crater which was unbelievably beautiful and massive. Peter took us through the park where we saw six rhino, lions, buffalo, elephant, and flamingos. We stayed at the Ngorongoro Forest Lodge where we had a very spacious and beautiful room. The food was delicious and the staff was great as usual. Peter drove us back to Arusha where we met and danced with the Maasai tribe and saw their home. It was very special and we were not expecting it. Peter then took us to the airport which was a bit bittersweet moment as we had gained a friend in Tanzania and had to say goodbye. Peter will definitely be our tour guide for our next safari with our children. Peter is so professional and I don’t think there is anything he does not know about Tanzania and the bush. He has an unbelievable eye. He is polite, funny, smart, and fun! Thank you so much Peter and Tales of Tanzania for making our trip unforgettable!
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Email Lisa H. | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari and More
Our experience with Tales of Tanzania Safaris was excellent. My travel partner (daughter) had to make some unexpected changes before our arrival and Pendo was very accommodating. We were picked up by our fabulous guide, Peter, at the airport in Arusha and spent the week going to Tarangire National Park, Ndutu, Central Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Magyar National Park. We saw many animals up close and personal and learned many facts about all the animals.
Peter was a superb guide. He told us interesting details about the culture, animals and people living in the area. He was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all our questions. He went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable and were enjoying ourselves. His kindness to us and to others was greatly appreciated.
Our accommodations were great whether a lodge, hotel or luxury tented camp. We were always well fed and had a great nights rest. I admit I had no idea what to expect at a luxury tented camp. The nights at the luxury tented camps were phenomenal. I felt safe and secure. The food was excellent and the opportunity to hear animals chatting during the night was so exciting.
I cannot say enough about the communication and professional manner we experienced with Pendo and Peter. Pendo truly works to customize the trip you want to experience. She made sure the safari was the length we wanted and the places we would want to see. She also navigated the itinerary for the week we spent after the safari.
Peter was perfect! He is a man with integrity and values those around him. He quickly understood our needs and made sure we had a great time on our safari. I enjoyed every minute with him. He went above and beyond for us!!!
I highly recommend Tales Of Tanzania!!
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Email Martin Pariseau | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience from start to finish!!! Pendo was always so responsive timely!
We did a family safari early March 2024 for 8N/9D. It was completely amazing!!! Pendo, Tales team, Thadei (our guide) made the whole trip so fun and easy!! Everything was so well organized from start to finish! Completely tailored to our needs, pricing etc Pendo answered the millions of questions I had accurately and timely hehe From pick up to airport to drop off, all was taken care of, from the park fees entries, hotels, itinerary ALL!!! That made it easy with our 9 and 3 years old child and for a first experience to Africa mainland and a Safari! I could'nt think of anything that did not go well! And as a tip and maybe we were lucky, but weather was perfect and sunny!! We had like 1h of rain in the whole trip for the big ''rainy season'' that starts in March!! We saw all the animals, at Ndutu for the calving season, millions of them in one day! Plus lions cheetahs, leopard, elephants, rhino, hippo etc All day always!!! Ngorongoro Crater was a really nice highlight the area is very nice!!! Same for Tarangire to start with, Manyara, Serengeti! In fact all was TOP!! A perfect itinerary would highly recommend :) Thanks!!!
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Email Kristy G | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Don't hesitate, book with Tales of Tanzania today!!
I could fill up pages with my praise for Tales of Tanzania Safaris, but I will try to keep this concise! My husband, 11-year-old son, and I booked the 10-day Northern Safari circuit with a couple of extra days in Arusha on both ends. I researched extensively and reached out to multiple safari companies asking for quotes. We decided on Tales of Tanzania because they provided the best price, a private safari, and excellent communication and they are a Tanzanian based business. I questioned my decision many times in the months leading up to the trip, but I am now confident that it was the BEST decision I made!
Leading up to our vacation, I emailed extensively with the owner, Pendo, asking many questions. Pendo was kind, reassuring, and prompt to respond. She tailored the vacation to our desires, creating the perfect itinerary for us and answered every question I asked. She is passionate about her job and committed to making each client’s vacation a wonderful experience.
When we arrived in Tanzania, we were greeted by Peter, who was with us for the entire trip. He was our guide, our driver, and became our friend. His knowledge of the country, easy going nature, patience, and kindness were extraordinary. He went out of his way to make our experience perfect. After mentioning our love for coffee, Peter made sure we had hot, freshly brewed coffee with every meal, even while out in the parks. When our son forgot his beloved stuffed toy, Peter drove 4 hours back across the Serengeti to pick it up for him! I will be forever grateful to him for making our vacation the incredible experience that it was. The other reviews mention different guides that people have loved, so I have decided that Pendo must hire all the best guides! (I will always be convinced that Peter is at the top of the list, though!)
As for the vacation itself, it was incredible in every way! The animals were amazing, of course, and the cultural experiences were beyond my expectations. The country is beautiful, and the people really are as kind and welcoming as others say they are. I felt safe and comfortable the entire vacation, and the service was unmatched. (The only time we carried our own bags to our room was when we arrived back in the USA!). Stop searching and book with Tales of Tanzania now. (Tell them Kristy from Texas says hi!) You won’t regret it!
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Email Louis (Yian) | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Genuine care and warmth
This is a belated review, as I went on the safari last year with them . I nearly forgot to write about it until my iPhone memory moments reminded me today!
We were a group of three from China, visiting Tanzania for the first time. With so many operators to choose from Safaribookings, we randomly picked them, and it turned out to be the best decision we made. Pendo and her team were incredibly patient and accommodating as we customized our itinerary, and carefully considering our budget limits. They put together a fantastic trip that offered the best of what Tanzania has to offer. From start to finish, we felt welcomed and genuinely cared for. The safari itself was absolutely outstanding! Our guide was both knowledgeable and passionate, making the wildlife encounters very fun and exciting. Thanks to his expertise, we managed to see almost very animal on our wish list, from lions to leopards to more. The attention to detail and commitment to ensuring our safety and comfort were truly appreciated. I remember that we encountered an unexpected issue with the hotel charges. Pendo and her team stepped in and helped negotiate the situation. While we couldn’t get back our extra charge with that hotel, the way Pendo and her team stood by us and tried to resolve the issue was truly heartwarming and appreciated. They may not be as famous as the bigger operators here, but they are operating with their heart and dedication. Their love and pride for the land of Tanzania is truly touching. As a visitor, I was deeply moved and found myself sharing in that pride for this beautiful place. I hope that we can all play a part in protecting this land, its wildlife, landscapes, and culture for generations to come.
pretty good
wonderful experience，something you may never met in a city
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Email Judy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Most epic safari adventure with the ride of a lifetime ..
Tales of Tanzania Safaris has planned out a most epic safari adventure with the sensorial immersive experience awakening our senses with awe and delight ! They are accommodating and experience in our needs and expectation of a great safari trip . They are fast and responsive in all our queries and concern . We had a most memorable exciting trip with a most experience professional guide and driver Dismus . Highly recommend them indeed !!
Email Lye Goh | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best tour operator ever - totally spoilt us in every way
We had a wonderful trip (10 days safari and 4 days Zanzibar), totally spoilt with everything (accommodation, food, drinks and sightings) and wonderful hospitality. Booking was made very easy with quick replies to our numerous enquiries from Pendo. She kept us informed all the way, managing our group of 5 form 4 different countries. Nothing was too difficult, so it made planning the trip a breeze. Payment was also very flexible, as some of us paid by WISE whilst others by bank transfer.
When we arrived in Killimanjaro, we were met by Dismas - our guide for the next 10 days. We saw lots of animals - some up close and personal especially prides of lions (a few times). Most spectacular was a couple millions of flamingos at Lake Natron - and unforgettable sight.
A great shout out to Dismas and Said (our guide in Zanzibar), both wonderful guides. Said in particular (as you mentioned) was a walking historical encyclopedia and such a gentleman.
I would recommend Tales of Tanzania anytime!
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Email Lay Chin Wan | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Efficient, exceptionally responsive, great communication and organisation
We had an 8 day safari with Tales of Tanzania in September and then a short trip to Zanzibar. This has been a trip on our bucket list and all communication has been excellent and prompt from Pendo. She is been amazing in accommodating our requests. During our safari, our guide Dismas made every effort to make our trip special, our highlights were we saw the most amazing flock of two million flamingoes, a pride of lionesses with their cubs, male lions up close 5 feet away and the amazing wilder west river crossing. All our accommodation was very comfortable, the Melia at Ngorongoro was breathtaking with stunning views. I highly recommend Tales of Tanzania if you want to do this special trip, I thought their pricing was very competitive for the type of accommodation we had and we were very happy. Thank you Pendo and Dismas for an amazing time, A+++++
Email Sudha | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional with very personal touch.
Pendo made note of all our requests and made sure that our trip was memorable for all the right reasons. She was very prompt in replying to emails and messages.
Given the fact that the trip was planned late for the peak season visit she has still managed to get us a very good accommodations and got us a very good driver guide. Who knew where to be and when.
Really a good value for money
