Top Selected Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2020)
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $170 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 Ori | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderfull experience!!!
We went on a 4 days and 3 night safari and we had Jackson as guide. Jackson is one of the most inspiring people that I’ve met. Firstly he is so enthusiastic and secondly he has so much knowledge about the animals and the national parks but also he can talk a lot about the Masai tribe as he grew up in one. That is also very interesting to hear. We saw every animal from close by and stayed in the most amazing places with best service. Overall one of the best experiences of my life and Jackson contributed a big part to that.
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Email Nadine | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Enthusiastic
Had the best safari, Jackson our guide was so kind and fun. We slept at beautiful places and had good food. Jackson’s mission was to give us the best time ever and he really enjoys his job and it shows! Highly recommend going on safari with this company.
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Email Maile | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, knowledgeable, experienced, accommodating, personable
Fabulous locally owned tour operator! (Grew up near Arusha with Maasai background.) Good communication through Whatsapp. We were 10 hours late due to a flight delay, but our driver was waiting for us when we landed. We visited Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Jackson has been guiding for 16+ years and has even trained other guides. He handles the road conditions well, and somehow manages to get you to great viewing spots despite congestion with the other tourist vehicles. He is very knowledgeable regarding the area, as well as the animals and their territories (and even the many birds). He can help plan your itinerary based on your interests, and will also take your interests into account when you are out sightseeing. He is familiar with the accommodations and can recommend the best value. We stayed in some tented camps with beds, hot showers, and wifi, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Great variety of food: I don't eat much meat and am fairly picky, unlike my husband who loves meat and is much more adventurous with food. Both of us were very satisfied with the included meals. When we were informed of an outbound flight delay, Jackson was able to maximize our sightseeing time. The scenery and animals are amazing, but our trip was made even better because of the detail and organization provided by our tour operator!
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Email Matteo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Lemosho route to Kilimanjaro summit!
We embarked in this adventure I have been dreaming for years, finally taking on Lomosho route to the summit of mount Kilimanjaro! Jackson was great, as the whole team with the guides Bony and Mudy, and all the porters. We came from far away, and didn't want to go back home anymore. It really felt like family, a travel I will never forget.
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Email Luca | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Kilimanjaro ascent - Lemosho route adventure
Jackson organised for me and my two friends the Kilimanjaro ascent tour on the Lemosho route. He was extremely helpful from the start, friendly and patient with our many questions about the tour and the organisation.
His offer was the best price out of the various operators we researched before choosing. He set up our adventure, picked us up at the airport, introduced us to our chief guide Bony and made us feel immediately welcome and at home. The trek was organised and led by Bony and was an incredible experience. The team put together by Bony was fun, friendly and helpful and made us enjoy greatly not just the mountain but our time with them too. The night of the final ascent, reaching Uhuru peak with our guides and then coming down to base camp to find the rest of the team waiting to celebrate with us was an experience I will treasure forever.
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Email Pruthvi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our tour operated Frank was knowledgeable, kind, and was amazing!
Our trip with Top Selected Tours was amazing. Jackson and Frank picked us up on the first day without a hitch and all the accommodations were very comfortable and cozy. Frank, our guide, was amazing! He was very knowledge and his passion for wildlife was apparent. He was also very kind and hospitable and worked with us every step of the way. Due to his experience in the field, Frank did an amazing job taking us to all the best spots and making sure we were able to get some amazing views and pictures of the wildlife. The service and communication by Top Selected Tours was top notch and the trip was well worth the money. We were able to see all of the big five and most of the viewings were up close.
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Email Jim & Annette | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jackson was incredibly knowledgeable, super friendly, and exceeded our expectations as a guide.
We were so impressed with our guides effort to put us at the best location for viewing of the many species of wildlife. His experience put us right in front of two migrations. He filled us with knowledge of his home country of Tanzania. There was excellent value for the cost, as the total price was well below what was advertised by other companies on the internet.
Email Giulio | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jackson the greatest
We had the absolute pleasure of experiencing a safari in the Serengeti with Jackson as our guide, and it was nothing short of extraordinary! From the moment we began our journey, Jackson’s professionalism, knowledge, and passion for the wildlife and landscapes of Tanzania shone through.
His ability to spot animals from seemingly impossible distances was remarkable, and he always made sure we were in the perfect position to enjoy breathtaking views and take unforgettable photos. We saw lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and even a rare sighting of a leopard thanks to his expertise and patience.
Beyond his guiding skills, Jackson was personable, kind, and full of fascinating stories about the Serengeti and its ecosystem. He ensured we were comfortable throughout the safari, providing snacks, cold drinks, and a wealth of information about the animals and their behaviors.
This wasn’t just a tour; it was an adventure of a lifetime, and Jackson played a huge role in making it so special. If you’re planning a safari in the Serengeti, we can’t recommend Jackson highly enough. He is truly a master of his craft and will make your trip unforgettable!
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Email Jason H. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely blown away with this trip! Jackson made our time memorable and is a recommend 100%
Going on a safari was high on my wife’s bucket list, and while I love to travel, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. She found Jackson online, and he offered to hop on a video call to answer any questions we had. He was thorough in asking us the right questions to understand what we were hoping to get out of the trip, ensuring he could tailor the experience to our needs. As a photographer, I decided to book a private tour with Jackson, which ended up being more valuable than we initially realized. The flexibility it provided allowed me to take the time I needed to get the perfect shot and linger in spots that caught my interest.
One of the standout qualities of Jackson as a guide is his deep connection to the region—he grew up as a Maasai, which gave him an extraordinary knowledge of the parks, animal behaviors, and the best spots to find wildlife. We focused on tracking big cats and the wildebeest migration crossing the Mara River, and Jackson's expertise was invaluable. Having been a guide since 2008, he’s known by everyone—other guides, park rangers, and even the hotel staff. During our drives, he would frequently help less experienced guides over the radio, demonstrating his leadership and generosity in sharing knowledge. I was also amazed at how he could identify animals and birds nearly 100% of the time when I asked.
As for accommodations, my wife and I were very pleased with the mid-level package we chose, which included a mix of permanent and portable tented camps, as well as a few nice hotels. The food was fantastic, especially the lunches Jackson prepared for us. Unlike the usual box lunches, we had hot meals served with tablecloths and real silverware—an unexpected and wonderful touch! I really appreciated the fact that Jackson worked with our budget and accommodated accordingly.
Jackson and his staff were on time when picking us up from the airport. Towards the end of our trip, our flight was delayed a number of hours and Jackson made sure we got the most for our money in that he was able to stay out a little longer instead of us waiting all day at the airport.
All in all, this trip far exceeded my expectations. I captured amazing photos, made unforgettable memories, and had an incredible time. My wife and I are already planning our next safari!
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Email Jady | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A passionate guide in Serengeti and a expert in animals
Our trip with Jackson was from 2024.9.4 to2024.9.11 which is amazing.
Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Central Serengeti and Northern Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Arusha.
Firstly, in the season Jackson can take you to see it all. We have seen all the big-five and many other great animals. We saw two rhinos in Lake Manyara; a cheetah with her two babies; 4 leopards; dozens of lions; plenty groups of buffaloes; lots of birds, antelopes, baboons, porcupines, hyenas est. And we saw 4 times of wildebeests river crossing in one day after a whole day waiting.
Secondly, Jackson can give you extra information about animals, cultures, life, family, society. He knows a lot and good at understanding in English. I have asked lots of questions with response one by one. And during the driving time, the lunch time, the dinner time, we chat a lot of different topics and have a wonderful time.
Thirdly, Jachson is eager to introduce Tanzania to people coming from the world. So the enthusiasm is unbelievable. He is hardworking too, get up early, get everything ready in advance. And he knows everyone in the safari.
Chose him as your guide, you' ll get a lot.